Comic Book Collecting Melbourne

October Meeting: MRS Show and Tell

Join us for a special presentation showcasing award-winning bookbinding from the Melbourne Royal Show, with an opportunity to hear about the ideas, techniques, and craftsmanship behind the work. Visitors welcome.

October 2026 - Cat's Cradle

Hello book lovers, Our book for October 2026 is "Cat's Cradle" by Kurt Vonnegut A brilliant science-fiction satire from one of the best writers of the twentieth century Dr Felix Hoenikker - a father of the atomic bomb - has another creation. Far more dangerous than that which levelled Hiroshima is ice-nine, a chemical that could freeze the world’s oceans solid. The search for Hoenikker leads first to his three children, each in possession of the chemical, and then to the Republic of San Lorenzo, a mysterious island in thrall to a bizarre religion. First published a year after the Cuban Missile Crisis, Cat’s Cradle is shot through with a nauseous anxiety about the nuclear apocalypse. Yet Vonnegut’s darkly hilarious dissection of apathy and selfishness on the edge of the abyss speaks clearly to our own environmental angst and to the fragility of civilization. https://www.readings.com.au/product/9780241467985/cats-cradle--kurt-vonnegut--2020--9780241467985

Tough Guy Book Club - Eltham VIC

Join us for the Eltham Chapter of Tough Guy Book Club. You can find out this month's book here [https://toughguybookclub.com/books](https://toughguybookclub.com/books?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExcTVleWRsd0ZYSWdqZXV4QXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5aL8E3xpn05czDIaY5kEiHH3oABs4hICFLOrNXUsW-0gY5HePBTW1ni0SYzw_aem_qNxAzG9ij-sVr5-Rf8Uw3Q) If you have the chance, try to pick up the book and read a couple of pages before the night. If you haven’t, come anyway, no one gives a damn. We are not your boss. If you got one, make sure to bring your copy of the books down, it’ll help you talk about bits of it, we suggest underlining stuff that sticks out to you as important. Also like all months, we will be announcing next month’s book at the meeting and handing them out to those of you who were wise enough to pre-order last month. See you there. Want to know more about Tough Guy Book Club? Read this - [http://toughguybookclub.com/about-us](http://toughguybookclub.com/about-us?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExcTVleWRsd0ZYSWdqZXV4QXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5QrDxxQmsaiuIfgbomTP4b6948UogKCm9U4Dudq5-VU_8aUx5RnTiUjO_R1Q_aem_n5AIic3b6NMTZ5TUJGTLkw)

October Book Club: Always Home, Always Homesick by Hannah Kent

Melbourne Horror Book Club

Come and join our friendly group of horror fans as we talk about horror books and movies. You don't need to read or watch everything to come and participate! I kindly ask that everyone purchases dinner and/or a drink to cover the room hire costs. If you're new, we meet in the function rooms on the left hand side of the dining area. The books and film for this meetup are: **Contemporary Book** Victorian Psycho by Virginia Feito **Classic Book** Necroscope by Brian Lumley **Film** Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma

【MAC Official】 🐠🎫 MAC VISITS MELBOURNE AQUARIUM × ANIMAL CROSSING! 🎫🐠

# 🐠🎫 MAC VISITS SEA LIFE MELBOURNE AQUARIUM × ANIMAL CROSSING! 🎫🐠 Calling all Animal Crossing fans and aquatic lovers! 🐬✨ We are heading to the Melbourne Aquarium for an extra special event. **This is the final day** of the official *Animal Crossing: New Horizons* partnership at SEA LIFE Melbourne! Come collect character stamps on your walkthrough island quest and snap an exclusive photo with **Isabelle**! 🍃📸 **GET A DISCOUNT HERE:** Groupon is running a promotion, where you can get adult general admission tickets, for the same price as a child's online ticket! **Instead of paying $39 online, it only costs $19!** You need to have Groupon's free membership, and buy the ticket via Groupon: [https://www.groupon.com.au/deals/gl-sea-life-melbourne-4](https://www.groupon.com.au/deals/gl-sea-life-melbourne-4 "https://www.groupon.com.au/deals/gl-sea-life-melbourne-4") **Please purchase your ticket for 8th November @ 1.30pm before you RSVP here.** MAC is a 100% not-for-profit community. So we don't get any kickback from Groupon, or any place we visit! Savings go straight to members\~! **(A BIG THANKS TO JO For finding this super deal!!!)** **If anyone isnt sure about whether or not to come along this is a sign!!** For others who may have already purchased your tickets just remember each dollar helps out to support all the sea life and conservation taking place to stop certain species from going extinct \~ ### 📍 EVENT DETAILS * **Date:** Sunday, 8 November 2026 * **Location:** SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium (King St & Flinders St, Melbourne CBD) * **Tickets:** Members will need to pre-purchase their entry tickets directly from the [SEA LIFE Melbourne website](https://www.visitsealife.com/melbourne/) in advance! 🎟️ * 🎟️ **Commitment Fee ($2):** To ensure every spot goes to someone who can make it and keep our group size accurate, there is a small $2 RSVP fee. This helps us prevent no-shows and ensures everyone who wants to join gets a chance! ### 🗺️ THE PLAN FOR THE DAY 1. **12:00 PM (Lunch):** Meet nearby for a casual lunch together to fuel up before heading into the aquarium. *(Exact lunch spot will be updated in Discord!)* 2. **1:15 PM:** Walk over to the Aquarium entrance together. 3. **1:30 PM – 2:00 PM:** Head inside and begin our stamp collection quest! 🗺️ 4. **2:00 PM:** **ISABELLE PHOTO OP!** 📸 Meet Isabelle for our special group/individual photos. 5. **2:30 PM Onwards:** Explore the penguin exhibit, ocean tunnel, and aquatic displays at your own pace. 6. **Early Finish:** We will have an early finish as we wrap up our walkthrough, leaving plenty of time for you to relax for the rest of your Sunday evening! 🌅 ### 📱 IMPORTANT LOGISTICS * **RSVP & Discord:** Please RSVP here and ensure you are in our Discord server! **You will need Discord on the day** to coordinate meeting up for lunch and finding the group if you get separated inside the aquarium. 💬 **[Join MAC Discord Here](https://discord.gg/C3Ug63F)** * **Timeliness:** Please arrive on time for lunch or meet us at the entrance by 1:15 PM sharp (we will arrive between 1.15 to 1:30pm and we want you ready to head in with us!) so we don't miss our 2:00 PM Isabelle photo session! * **Drop-in Policy:** Strictly **NO DROP-INS**. All attendees must be RSVP'd. * **What to Bring:** Comfortable walking shoes, money for lunch/entry/souvenirs, and your camera or phone! ### 📸 PHOTOS & MEMORIES We love capturing the fun! By RSVPing, you're cool with candid photos being taken during the event. If we line up for a posed group photo and you’d rather sit it out, no worries at all—just step aside or let Bec know! ### 🌸 ACCESSIBILITY & CARERS MAC is committed to being an inclusive, supportive space. * Where a carer is required, they must attend and hold a valid ticket alongside the participant. * Carers play an important role in facilitating a smooth day, as MAC organizers are not trained to provide medical or personal care assistance. ### 💖 COMMUNITY GUIDELINES & SAFE SPACE We’re all here to have a wholesome, fun time together! By RSVPing, you agree to uphold MAC’s core values of **kindness, thoughtfulness, and respect**. * **Safe Space Policy:** Bullying, harassment, or bad behavior disguised as "jokes" isn't our vibe. Please call out disrespect or reach out to an organizer so we can keep MAC welcoming for everyone. * **Club Terms & Etiquette:** To help our hosts run smooth events and protect the community atmosphere we've built, we ask everyone to follow our standard event guidelines. Please check out our full terms and policies on our Discord server! *Legal Disclaimer: Upon RSVPing, you assume all personal risks associated with the activity and release Melbourne Anime Community, hosts, and volunteers from liability regarding personal injury, loss, or property damage.*

It’s that time again ! 60c Chicken Wings

【MAC Official】 🎃🎫 MAC HALLOWEEN 2026! 🎫🎃

# 🎃🎫 MAC HALLOWEEN 2026! 🎫🎃 Halloween is here, and MAC is celebrating in a **brand-new theater space at a top-secret location in the Melbourne CBD**! 🎭✨ Get your costumes ready for a spooky afternoon of games, candy, and our annual Cosplay Competition! **Spaces are strictly limited to 35 participants** to start, so grab your ticket early to secure your spot! 🎟️ **TICKET PRICES:** * 🌟 **Early Bird RSVP:** $18 (for the first 25 rsvps!) * 🎃 **Standard RSVP:** $25 ### 📍 TOP SECRET LOCATION & LOGISTICS * **Date:** Sunday, 1 November 2026 * **Location:** Brand-New Secret Theater Space (Melbourne CBD) 🤫 * *The exact location is top-secret and will be emailed to all RSVP’d attendees one week prior on **25 October 2026**.* * **Public Transport:** Disembark at **Melbourne Central Station**—it's just a short walk from there! ### ⏰ TIMINGS & PROGRAM (DON'T BE LATE!) Because we have a packed schedule inside the venue and need to move smoothly, **we cannot accommodate late arrivals**. * **4:10 PM:** Arrivals & meet out front of the venue * **4:25 PM:** **STRICT ENTRY CUT-OFF** * **4:30 PM Onwards:** Head inside to trial our new theater space!! We will host our **Dress-Up Cosplay Competition**, watch something fun while we eat candy together. * **6:30PM:** Raffles, Group Photo, Clean Up * **7:00PM:** Dinner followed by a mysterious game of *Werewolf!* ### 🍿 VENUE FOOD & DRINK POLICY As with all MAC theater spaces, **food and drinks are strictly not allowed inside the theater.** * We will have Halloween candy for everyone! 🍬 * Please be thoughtful and keep all candy wrappers on you or place them in designated bins to help us keep our new venue spotless. * We recommend grabbing a meal beforehand or planning dinner with friends afterward! ### 👗 COSPLAY COMPETITION RULES We can't wait to see your amazing outfits! To respect our venue and keep the space clean and safe, please follow these strict cosplay rules: * ❌ **Strictly NO Glitter:** Anything shedding glitter is not allowed inside the theater. * ❌ **Strictly NO Weapons:** Props that resemble real weapons or dangerous items are strictly prohibited. * ❌ **Strictly NO Messy Costumes:** Avoid outfits using wet paint, fake blood that can rub off, loose feathers, or anything that leaves a mess behind. * ⚠️ **Outfit Approval:** If an outfit poses a risk to the venue or safety, you may be turned away at the door. **If you are unsure about your costume, please contact Bec via Discord prior to the event!** ### 🧥 WHAT TO BRING Melbourne weather can be unpredictable! Please bring: * 🧥 Warm layers & a jacket for traveling to and from the venue * ☔ An umbrella or raincoat just in case of light rain * 👟 Comfortable shoes for walking * 🥤 A water bottle ### 📱 IMPORTANT LOGISTICS * **RSVP & Discord:** Once you’ve secured your ticket, please join our Discord server! You will need Discord on the day for real-time updates. 💬 **[Join MAC Discord Here](https://discord.gg/C3Ug63F)** * **Drop-in Policy:** Strictly **NO DROP-INS**. Everyone must be RSVP'd through the official link due to the 35-person cap. ### 📸 PHOTOS & MEMORIES We love capturing all the amazing costumes! By RSVPing, you're cool with candid photos being taken during the event. If we line up for a posed group photo and you’d rather sit it out, no worries at all—just step aside or let Bec know! ### 🌸 ACCESSIBILITY & CARERS MAC is committed to being an inclusive, supportive space. * Where a carer is required, they must attend and hold a valid ticket alongside the participant. * Carers play an important role in facilitating a smooth day, as MAC organizers are not trained to provide medical or personal care assistance. ### 💖 COMMUNITY GUIDELINES & SAFE SPACE We’re all here to have a wholesome, fun time together! By RSVPing, you agree to uphold MAC’s core values of **kindness, thoughtfulness, and respect**. * **Safe Space Policy:** Bullying, harassment, or bad behavior disguised as "jokes" isn't our vibe. Please call out disrespect or reach out to an organizer so we can keep MAC welcoming for everyone. * **Club Terms & Etiquette:** To help our hosts run smooth events and protect the community atmosphere we've built, we ask everyone to follow our standard event guidelines. Please check out our full terms and policies on our Discord server! *Legal Disclaimer: Upon RSVPing, you assume all personal risks associated with the activity and release Melbourne Anime Community, hosts, and volunteers from liability regarding personal injury, loss, or property damage.*

Street Photography - Entering the Frame

The theme for this street photography event in Melbourne CBD is to find one (or maybe two) locations with an interesting background and to wait for a subject to walk into the scene. **How this is going to work** We will move to 3 different spots in the city where we will allocate about 1.5 hours per spot and let you loose during that time. Find an interesting background and wait for a subject(s) to walk pass to photograph. We ask that you avoid wandering off too far as we will re-group before moving to our next location and do the same thing. I anticipate we will still run this event even if it's a bit wet - you can do photography in the rain. However if the weather is really wet - we may need to postpone. So please check this page the day before the event. **Draft Schedule** 10.00am - Meet in front of the State Library on Swanston St for a welcome and briefing. 10.15am - **Location 1** \- surrounding areas near the **State Library** to find your background. 11.15am - Re-group at the front of the State Library and move to **Location 2 (Bourke Mall - in front of Myer)** 11.30am - Explore around Bourke Mall and you could include Chinatown 12.45pm - Re-group at Bourke Mall in front of Myer and head to Federation Square for lunch at Time Out. 1.00pm - Lunch at **Food Court (South Bank)** 2.15pm - Location 3 - Federation Square and it's surrounding area 3.30pm - Back to Time Out for coffee and cake 4.30pm - Event ends Look forward to having you join us at this event. Rowan and Tracey

Denim and Lingerie Workshop

Boo Fest 👻 After Dark Artist Market

Let’s get together to explore Boo Fest 👻 Boo Fest is a spooky art market 🦇 Please click the link below to buy your tickets and read the event description 🎃 First Nations (MOB) tickets are free 🖤💛❤️ Age restriction - the market hosts have labeled this event 18+ ‼️ https://events.humanitix.com/boo-fest-halloween-after-dark-18-artist-market

Cemetery Sketching 👻🪦✏️🦇

It’s spooky season! 👻🪦🦇 Grab your art supplies and meet me at the spot i’ve marked on the map 🗺️ (located in the event images) the meeting spot is marked in blue and i’ve marked all the entrance gates in red since they are tricky to find. We will split up and walk around the cemetery taking inspiration from our surroundings for our sketches. Please meet me back at the meeting spot at 2:50pm to have a chat and share our artworks 👻✨ 🪦 Please be respectful of the dead while wandering the Cemetery 🪦