Local Activities

Adults have basically been robbed of the right to play. Creativity started needing a purpose, a product, or at least a gallery invite. Meanwhile, it’s human to dance, it’s human to sing, and it’s human to draw, especially poorly! Sketchy Behaviour is here to break that spell. ([Link to tickets here](https://www.trybooking.com/DIGHO)) Doors open at 6pm, settle in and get your drinks at the bar (mocktails available). At 7pm, the night begins: • Guided drawing activities with your host, prompts and visual inspiration provided • Three activities/games per night a mix of collaborative chaos and solo scribbling • Breaks between rounds to regroup, hit the bathroom, top up a drink, grab some nibbles, and mingle with fellow doodlers It’s all about connecting through process rather than polishing a product. Expect laughter, strange drawings, and surprising conversations. In a world drowning in increasingly polished AI art, making something imperfect is a revolutionary act. Supplies provided. Masks welcome. Sharing your weird creations, highly recommended. Come draw like a kid, laugh like a fool, and leave with memories instead of masterpieces. Note: Pride of our Footscray is located on the first floor of a building with no elevator and is therefore not wheelchair accessible. We apologise for our reduced accessibility.

Care to organize something? Step up as event organizer. Please RSVP yes here and you will be contacted via meetup/

Join us every **Wednesday at 5 PM** at the Emporium food court (located behind Grill’d Burger Restaurant in the CBD, not near Melbourne Station) for a dynamic networking event tailored for filmmakers, actors, and film enthusiasts. Afterward, we continue the evening with Happy Hour drinks at a nearby bar and a chance to grab dinner together. Understanding that schedules vary, feel free to join at any time that suits you. Rain or shine, our community has gathered every week for the past year, maintaining a consistent and welcoming environment. Our group has grown remarkably, with a **weekly turnout of over 50 participants**, blending newcomers with regulars to create a vibrant, diverse community. Feel free to bring friends interested in filmmaking; it’s a great way to introduce new faces to our expanding network. Whether you’re a writer, actor, animator, or independent filmmaker, come share your experiences, discuss current projects, or chat about favorite films. This event fosters connections among like-minded individuals, encourages friendships, and opens doors for collaboration. At **7 PM**, we move to The Carlton Club, a five-minute walk away, where we continue networking in a more formal rooftop setting over drinks and food. This change of venue offers an ideal environment to keep conversations flowing. **RSVP** to help us gauge attendance and become part of a growing network of film professionals and enthusiasts. Though the event begins in the afternoon, the relationships you build here can last well into the night and beyond. **What to Expect:** *Our Wednesday meetup is primarily a large networking event for industry professionals. There’s no set theme, workshop, or speaker. It’s a relaxed gathering where filmmakers, actors, and creatives can connect, discuss projects, share needs, and learn from each other. Conversations flow freely around the table, fostering an environment of growth and camaraderie. Beyond Wednesdays, we also host exclusive events such as table reads, cinematography workshops with Panasonic, member screenings, and more. Each week brings fresh dialogues—some participants discuss their weekend shoots, others exchange insights with seasoned producers and directors, and a few engage in filmmaking exercises. It’s a space designed for creative engagement without strict structure or formal oversight.* *Note: Our community emphasizes collaboration, friendship, and goodwill rather than promotional activities. If you wish to promote a workshop, course, screening, or similar event, please contact the organizers first. Promotional privileges are generally reserved for trusted, long-standing members.

Let's have fun while watching the night view with our friends! 🏃‍♂️Training menu🏃‍♂️ Every Wednesday 6:00p.m~ Fed Square Assembly 【https://maps.app.goo.gl/zmPQ6U533pUDcNSA9?g_st=ic】 If you have luggage, please consider using the lockers at the station. 💥40~60 min Jog+Walk Pace: Easy pace, suitable for beginners. If you got tired, let's walk together. 【schedule】 6:00 p.m Gathering 6:10 p.m Start 7:00 p.m End of training Challengers we are waiting for you 😊

Hi everyone, Stella & Tarrant here 😃 It's board game and dinner time every 2nd Wednesdays! Everyone's welcome, new or experienced board gamer. Let's play board games together, meet new friends if you want, and also supporting local restaurant buying their food and drink, coz the event is free. 𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐑𝐒𝐕𝐏, 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐥 𝐢𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐚𝐧'𝐭 𝐠𝐨 𝐬𝐨 𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐝, 𝐜𝐨𝐳 𝐬𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 Meetup will be in the separate room at the back of their venue! 𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘: 6pm - 10pm (but the pub is open till later if you want to stay around) 𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗘𝗫𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗧: Meetup for dinner & drink while playing board games. Here's a one page PDF document explaining how it works - https://loom.ly/hTHo2cM. Basically, find some friends or make some new ones. 𝗕𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚: Bring your own games or play our growing board games library, teach others or join others games. We have flag system to help you find people to play with you. Here is the list of our growing games library, categories and with short description - https://loom.ly/fOKuaM4 𝗙𝗘𝗘: Zero. Nada. It's a casual get together, we're helping facilitating the meetup. All I asked is to please order food & drink from the venue, don't bring your own food and eat there, as the venue is a pub, they are providing the venue for free So please help local business 😃 𝗢𝗥𝗚𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗦𝗘: Feel free to post in the comment if you have games you want to bring and teach others, try to organise people to play. Or if you want to join other people's game. We have a group via Aftergame (app/website) where you can organise a game as well here - https://aftergame.app/groups/we-play-board-games-melbourne-meetup-by-meeple-university-1386 𝗛𝗢𝗪 𝗧𝗢 𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗧𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘: Melbourne Central, level 3. Melbourne Central station underneath. There are various public carpark Wilson 300 LaTrobe and Secure Parking in the city. Or the Wilson carpark under Melbourne Central, entry is a set price after 5pm (at the time of writing). And then plenty of public transport in the city 🙂 To connect more to fellow board gamers, you can join the Facebook group that started the event here - https://www.facebook.com/groups/WePlayBoardGames Thank you and hope to see you all then! Stella & Tarrant

Tucked away in the back streets of Fitzroy is The Union Club Hotel. Located on the corner of Gore and Webb Streets, the Union is a landmark old school corner pub and a true local. Come and enjoy some great pub food with us and what's most likely going to be a cold winter's night. Hopefully they'll have their open fire going to add to the atmosphere. What are you waiting for? Still not sot sure? Why not check out their menu. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/57288819859fd02147b4907a/t/69b274dca6e4da3a785a50c7/1773303004446/Union+menu+Mar+2026+Colour.pdf A $20 non refundable deposit is required for this event and will be refunded on the night. The deposit will be required 48 hours from RSVPing to the event or you will be moved removed from the event. Please make payment to the following account only if you are on the going list. BSB 013125 Account 150808654 Please let me know once payment is made. PLEASE USE YOUR NAME AND VENUE AS YOUR REFERENCE. Please only RSVP to an event if you fully intend to show. Pulling out of a dinner or another booked event (with a venue) on the day is a kick in the teeth for both the venue and the organiser. I understand there are instances where this is unavoidable, but you are short changing the venue on the revenue they are reliant upon, especially when it comes to paying their staff. It may be too late to rebook those tables with other patrons. Not to mention the stress this puts the organisers under. Please be considerate.

Come along for a relaxed local catch-up at the Mitcham Hotel Bistro Bar. Meet new people, have a chat, and enjoy a drink or coffee. New people always welcome. I’ll have a bike helmet on the table so people can find the group. Please RSVP if attending so we know who to expect.

Hey Bayside! ☀️ The Bayside Social is a brand new group for locals who are up for good vibes, new friendships, and getting out to enjoy everything this area has to offer. We've got Friday night drinks, Sunday arvo sessions, outdoor activities, and more on the way. Just a note — this isn't an actual event to attend, but if this sounds like your kind of thing, hit Join and keep an eye out for our upcoming events. We'd love to have you along. See you out there! 👋

Join us for Art Club in Fitzroy - A relaxed no pressure art meet up perfect for beginners or artists! BYO Art & Craft Project. Use the time to catch up on your current art project along with other local artists. Be inspiring, or take inspiration from our monthly meets. Drawing supplies provided for those without a project to bring. B.Y.O. Drinks

Early-bird coffee and conversation at [Crimson Cup Coffee Shop - Clintonville](https://www.crimsoncup.com/about/location/clintonville)!

**💕 Online Speed Dating – Real Port St. Lucie Locals, Live on Zoom** A straightforward, fun way to meet local singles without stepping out. Join from home, get paired with Port St. Lucie singles your age, and have real conversations on Zoom. A host manages everything so you can just relax and enjoy. **✅ RSVP below — the host messages everyone personally.** After RSVP, look out for a message with the personality quiz and event link. Capacity is limited. --- 🎯 **Perfect for:** - First-timers new to speed dating - Busy professionals who don't want to waste evenings - Port St. Lucie locals after personality-matched dates **Event Details** - **Format:** Virtual on Zoom – hosted and well-structured - **Location:** Online from home – no need to go anywhere - **Host:** Live host handling rounds and introductions - **Vibe:** Great energy, real people, authentic conversation - **Duration:** Roughly 90 minutes - **Privacy:** Contact info only shared when both match **How It Works** 1. **RSVP below** – Click RSVP to reserve your place. 2. **Watch for a host message** – The host will send you a short personality quiz after your RSVP. 3. **Complete the quiz** – A quick personality quiz so we can find your best matches. 4. **Hop on Zoom** – You'll receive the Zoom link before the event. The host handles the rest. 5. **Speed date** – One-on-one rounds with personality-matched Port St. Lucie locals. Matches shared afterwards. 💡 **Tip:** Just be yourself. That's always the best approach. --- ✨ RSVP and the host will be in touch. Easy as that. 💝 ✨

Let's stroll the artists' booths and enjoy some of the festival's opening day! The Columbus Art Festival features a wide and vibrant range of visual art from local and national exhibitors, plus, live music, and all kinds of food and refreshments, along the waterfront downtown. (The featured painting is by Columbus Art Festival exhibitor, Joe Engel - joe-engelart.com)

**🫶 Speed Dating on Zoom – Personality Matched for St. Petersburg Locals** Meet St. Petersburg singles from home. We sort the matching, you just turn up. We match you with compatible St. Petersburg locals using a quick personality quiz. You'll chat one-on-one on Zoom in short timed rounds while a host guides the session. **✅ Just RSVP and the host will message you.** Once you've RSVPed, you'll receive a short personality quiz from the host so we can match you well. Limited places. --- 🎯 **Perfect for:** - People fed up with swiping who want actual conversation - Anyone curious about speed dating in a relaxed setting - First-timers new to speed dating - Busy professionals who don't want to waste evenings **Event Details** - **Format:** Live on Zoom – guided rounds from your home - **Location:** From home – all you need is Wi-Fi and a webcam - **Host:** Live host handling rounds and introductions - **Vibe:** Great energy, real people, authentic conversation - **Matches:** Mutual matches sent out after the event - **Rounds:** Multiple short one-on-one rounds - **Matching:** Driven by personality quiz results **How It Works** 1. **RSVP here** – Secure your spot on Meetup. 2. **The host will contact you** – After RSVP, you'll get a message with the personality quiz so we can pair you well. 3. **Fill in the quiz** – Short and easy — it helps us pair you with the right people. 4. **Join on Zoom** – The host shares the link ahead of the event. Jump on and enjoy. 5. **Chat & match** – Quick timed rounds with St. Petersburg singles, then mutual matches sent out after. 💡 **Tip:** Check your Zoom setup and pick a quiet, well-lit spot ahead of time. --- ✨ Just RSVP — we'll handle everything from there. See you on Zoom. ❤️‍🔥 ✨

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who enjoy talking to people from other countries, and those who would like to discuss international travel and culture, and who enjoy getting together for good conversations."

**❤️‍🔥 Speed Dating on Zoom – Personality Matched for Cape Coral Locals** A hosted online speed dating experience for Cape Coral locals. Join from home, get paired with Cape Coral singles your age, and have real conversations on Zoom. A host manages everything so you can just relax and enjoy. **✅ RSVP here and we'll take care of the rest.** After you RSVP, the host will message you directly with the personality quiz and Zoom details. Spots are limited. --- 🎯 **Perfect for:** - Busy professionals who don't want to waste evenings - First-timers new to speed dating - Singles who prefer a hosted, structured experience **How It Works** 1. **RSVP here** – Secure your spot on Meetup. 2. **Check your Meetup messages** – The host will reach out with a personality quiz to match you with compatible Cape Coral singles. 3. **Answer the personality quiz** – Takes just a few minutes and makes the matching much better. 4. **Log in on the night** – Connect to the Zoom session from home. The host runs the show. 5. **Meet your matches** – Cycle through short chats, then see who you clicked with after the event. **Event Details** - **Format:** Virtual on Zoom – hosted and well-structured - **Location:** From home – all you need is Wi-Fi and a webcam - **Host:** Live host handling rounds and introductions - **Vibe:** Great energy, real people, authentic conversation - **Duration:** Roughly 90 minutes - **Rounds:** Multiple short one-on-one rounds 💡 **Tip:** Good lighting and a clean background make a big difference. --- ✨ RSVP now and look out for the host's message. 💗 ✨