Mystery Science Theater 3000

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** This'll make things a little easier by Attila Veres **Classic Book** Weird Sisters: Tales from the Queens of the Pulp Er**a** **Film** Se7en

**Welcome to our Linguas Thursday Social + Language Exchange Meetup 🌍** We meet weekly at **Asian Beer Café** **Level 3, Melbourne Central** **211 La Trobe Street, Melbourne VIC 3000** We ask that you **purchase a drink at the bar** or **pay $3.5 at entry**. *** ### 💬 Find your people (New!) Looking to practice a specific language? Post in the discussion using: * **#LearnSpanish** * **#LearnEnglish** * **#TeachEnglish** * **#LearnJapanese** * etc. 👉 This helps others find you faster and makes it easier to connect. *** ### 📲 Join our WhatsApp Community Stay connected before and after the event, meet people, and find language partners: 👉 **Join here:** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Bi7FlhHP91e0eP7MfdeWcZ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Bi7FlhHP91e0eP7MfdeWcZ) *** ### ⏰ What to expect We consistently have **100–120 attendees** every Thursday (across multiple Meetup groups/Eventbrite/Facebook). People arrive at different times — **best time to come is between 6PM and 9PM.** Come solo or with friends — most people come alone and join conversations naturally. *** ### 🌏 Who attends? A mix of: * Native & non-native English speakers * International students * Backpackers & working holiday travellers * Professionals & expats * Local Australians You’ll meet people from: Europe, China, Japan, Korea, Latin America, and more. *** ### 🗣️ Why join? 👉 A relaxed, social way to practice English 👉 Meet people from around the world 👉 No pressure, no structure — just conversations *** ### 🍕 FREE DRINKS & FOOD FOR FRIENDLY VOLUNTEERS! We’re looking for **friendly volunteers** to help welcome newcomers and keep the vibe social. 👉 You’ll get: * Free drinks (beer/soft drink) * Food (pizza, wedges, etc.) * A fun team to hang out with No experience needed — many of our volunteers are **first-timers too**. Interested? 👉 [www.Linguas.au/Volunteer](www.Linguas.au/Volunteer) *** 📲 **More info:** [https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU](https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU) or **@Linguas.AU**

AUDITION WITH THE IMPROV PIT! The Improv Pit is holding auditions at our theatre in Collingwood from June 25 - July 5, and we're looking for talented and passionate performers to join our growing cast of performers. We're seeking performers with experience in improv, as well as acting, clowning, comedic writing, and all forms of theatre. Click on the link below to apply: https://forms.gle/VDZxt6aKExdFhMPeA

Smashing! Try something new Thursday Interactive reality workshop - Tonight learn how to respond to questioning, by thinking on you feet Serious about improving your leadership - **Why mess, come to the best** Why is Smashing different to other speaking clubs? Just two member's thoughts, "The fun/laughs factor is definitely a point of difference. We keep it moving with high standards so it’s a nice balance. Too strict makes it tense and boring, too loose and we can lose the energy/commercial feel. SmashSpeak's vibe's in the sweet spot." "At other clubs I used to listen to long speeches and lectures, here we get so many chances to talk every meeting, that we have to improve" **Free parking** close: O'Connell and Cobden streets **IMPORTANT: Be on time, as doors close when the show starts** “Proudly Australian" – Free-flowing teamwork, greater good focus, sharing the stage, etc Multicultural Hub, 506 Elizabeth St (Opposite Queen Vic Market) Level 1, PURPLE Room (End of corridor) More to come...

**Speed Friending for International students** Calling all international students in Melbourne! Join us to take part in an evening of speed friending and meet new people. A chance to make real connections over shared experiences, interests and lots of conversations! Whether you have just arrived or have been studying for a while, this event is for anyone looking to expand their friend circle and make meaningful connections. Across a series of short, friendly conversations, you’ll connect with other students from around the world, share stories, swap tips about life in Melbourne, and discover people you genuinely click with. No pressure, no awkwardness — just an easy way to meet others who are also looking to expand their social circle. Whether you’ve just arrived or you’ve been here a while, this event gives you a warm space to: * Make new friends quickly and comfortably * Build confidence in social settings * Connect with people who understand the international student experience * Grow your support network in Melbourne * Have fun in a low‑stress, inclusive environment * Learn about the lifeline toolkit We’ll guide the conversations, provide icebreakers, and make sure everyone feels welcome. Come on your own or bring a friend, you’ll leave with new connections and a stronger sense of belonging. Light catering and snacks provided! Speed Friending for international students is supported by Lifeline and delivered in collaboration with Unwind Desi Minds, Social Threads and Shakti Mental Health. **Event info:** **Date:** Thursday 2nd July **Time:** 6:00pm - 8:30pm **Location:** Kathleen Syme Library, Multipurpose Room 1 (251 Faraday Street Carlton) **Cost:** $4 (If cost is a barrier please let us know and we can accomodate) Contact: [Shaktimhmelbourne@gmail.com](mailto:Shaktimhmelbourne@gmail.com) for any queries

#### ***Thursday Night Improv* is the funniest show of the week in Melbourne, bringing together the city’s most talented improvisers for a fast-paced, unpredictable night of comedy. Every show is completely made up on the spot, packed with big laughs, wild ideas, and moments you’ll never see again. Come along and watch Melbourne’s best improvisers create something hilarious out of absolutely nothing!**

Come Trek to the incredible nerd heaven that is Fortress Melbourne! Eat, drink, and Trek out with us in this incredible venue. Amazing pub snacks, full meals and drinks of the alcoholic and non-alcoholic variety are available at the bar at pub prices. Come for all or some of the social event. FINDING US : Easiest way is to enter the Emporium shopping mall from any entrance and head to the basement level. Just walk right in to the tavern side of Fortress (there is no entry fee). We'll be at a table somewhere near the bar! Look for Starfleet uniforms. OPTIONAL : If you can, please make a small donation on the day to help cover the Meetup platform fees!

Let's spend a Friday evening exploring one of the universe's greatest mysteries — black holes — with astrophysicist Matt O'Dowd. Matt is the host of PBS Space Time, and he'll unpack the science behind these extraordinary cosmic objects: how they form, how they warp space and time, and what they can reveal about the origins and future of our universe. Expect cutting-edge research told through engaging storytelling. This talk is part of the University of Melbourne's 2026 July Lectures in Physics — a free public lecture series that has brought world-leading physicists to Melbourne every Friday in July since 1968. This will be a relaxed, low-pressure meetup for anyone curious about space, physics, or just a fascinating night out. You're very welcome to come solo. We'll meet outside first, say hello, then head in together. After the lecture there's a reception in the foyer of the Sidney Myer Asia Centre — free refreshments and a chance to chat about what we just heard. It's in the same building as the theatre, so we'll just step out into the foyer and hang out as a group before wrapping up around 8:00pm. **Who this is for** This event may suit you if you enjoy: * Astronomy, astrophysics, and space science * Big questions about the origins and future of the universe * PBS Space Time / science communication * Free, brain-tickling Friday night events * A relaxed, solo-friendly social meetup No physics background needed — just curiosity. **Links** * Meetup start point: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/dq1ipx5mVQNawPtb9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/dq1ipx5mVQNawPtb9) * Free tickets / event page: [https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/black-holes-with-matt-odowd-tickets-1989800667360](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/black-holes-with-matt-odowd-tickets-1989800667360) **Timeline** * 5:45pm — Meet outside the Carrillo Gantner Theatre entrance and say hi * 6:00pm — Lecture starts * 7:00pm — Lecture ends * 7:00pm – 8:00pm — Reception in the foyer (refreshments + a chat) * 8:00pm — Meetup ends **Tickets / cost** * This event is free, but you still need to book your own free ticket through Eventbrite. * A Meetup RSVP does not include entry to the lecture. Please book a separate free ticket. * Free tickets for these lectures are popular and can run out, so it's worth booking early if you're sure you want to come. **Bring** * Your ticket / booking confirmation * Warm clothes — it's a July evening * Curiosity about space and black holes **What to expect** * Vibe: relaxed, low-pressure, solo-friendly * Group style: we meet before the lecture, watch the talk together, then stay for the reception * Session style: an engaging, accessible public lecture — no physics background required **Important notes** * Please book your own free ticket on Eventbrite — a Meetup RSVP alone won't get you in. * Doors open at 5:40pm and the lecture starts at 6:00pm, so please arrive by 5:45pm so we can head in together. * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so numbers stay clear.

Meet like-minded ladies and gents in a secure, comfortable space designed to make genuine and meaningful connections easy. Whether you come solo or with a friend, you’re sure to have a great time meeting new people. Feeling nervous about coming alone? You can bring one lady friend along for free! Plus, after 10 PM, enjoy complimentary access to an exciting Latin Night with your new friends. Don’t miss out! **Buy your Tickets -** [https://mel4thjuly.eventbrite.co.uk](https://mel4thjuly.eventbrite.co.uk) **(Tickets help cover the cost of hosting the social, ensuring a great venue, and a well-organized event for everyone.**) \*You can use any debit or credit card to purchase your ticket at PayPal checkout. It will ask you for your email address but that is only to send you a receipt. You do not need a PayPal account. TICKETS:- Early Bird - AUD 5 per person Regular Ticket - AUD 10 per person Cash at Meetup - If you do not purchase tickets in advance then you can pay AUD 15 cash to your host Nina when you meet her at the event. **What's more?** \- We have happy hours\! \- Latin night free entry post 10 pm \- If you’re feeling a little shy\, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered\! You’re welcome to bring a lady friend along for free\! \- We will meet at 7\.00 pm when you will be welcomed by your host Nina\. She will manage the evening and also help you make connections\. If you are a bit shy or anxious then please come early. Nina will help you meet other members in a small group and help you settle down and get comfortable. All attendees are also welcome to bring a lady friend along with them for free. This will make it a lot less stressful for you as you will always have your friend alongside. Our venue for the evening - La Di Da is spacious, has comfortable seating and not very noisy. We have a reserved area where our members can meet each other in a supportive environment. \- From 7\.30 to 8\.30 pm\, we will start 'Fast Friending' where our host Ivy will ask you to speak to a different attendee every 3 minutes\. You will be able to meet lots of ladies and gentlemen and not be limited to only those sitting or standing next you\. \- After 8\.30 pm you will have time to interact with those you have met as well as others\. \- We are not a close knit tight group\. Our evenings are warm and comfortable for members attending for the first time and those coming alone\. You will not feel alone\! \- We have many groups in this city\. Members of our other groups who RSVP are included as guests of the organisers in order to give you an indication of expected people\. \- This evening is for ladies and gents in the 25 to 45 age group\. While some will be at the younger end of this range there will also be others at the other end of the range and lots in\-between\! You will naturally gel with others of your own age range and so you will always find many attendees who fit your range\. \- We are not a 'dating' group\. We are focused on helping ladies and gents meet other like minded ladies and gents\. You will generally find a good gender balance \(maybe not perfect\) at all our events\. Why do we have tickets? 1. Cover our costs - Our host is compensated for their time and work. We also pay meetup and have dedicated staff to manage our events, hosts, venues and communication. 2. Group Safety - By securing your ticket we have a record and you contribute to a well organized evening where everyone is more committed and better behaved. 3. Management - Tickets help us better manage attendee group size, book suitable space and activity. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ABOUT [fastfriends.co.uk ](https://fastfriends.co.uk/)- We have connected members successfully for the past 10 years in over 30 cities (operating as Expatsclub, MeetConnectDevelop and fastfriends.co.uk). \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- You can contact our founder Dan on +447715705005 with any questions or ideas. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Here are some videos which will give you some guidance and comfort to make your attendance more productive.** Secrets of socializing at our meetups - [http://bit.ly/secrets-socializing](http://bit.ly/secrets-socializing) How to make new friends - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GB0Hc_bSs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GB0Hc_bSs) How to make people like you at our socials -[ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4guProkKrI](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4guProkKrI)

Get ready for an unforgettable night of belly laughs as we bring the best in Australian comedy right to our brewpub stage! ### FEATURING ARJ BARKER Arj is bringing his unmistakable blend of razor-sharp observations, absurd logic and effortless storytelling to the stage. Known from Flight of the Conchords, Thank God You're Here and countless sold-out tours around the world, Arj has a unique ability to find the ridiculous in everyday life and turn it into comedy gold. Whether he's unpacking modern technology, relationships, human behaviour or the strange quirks of life we all pretend are normal, Arj's laid-back delivery and brilliantly offbeat perspective will leave you wondering how you've never noticed it before. Smart, hilarious and refreshingly unpredictable, this is stand-up comedy at its finest. Don't miss your chance to see one of the world's most original comedians live at Bad Shepherd. ### Make a night of it and book in for dinner! Grab your tickets now, arrive early for American BBQ and house-brewed beers, and settle in for a night of world-class comedy. Doors open at 5 PM; **show starts at 8 PM**. **All ticket holders will have a table available to them. Seating is not allocated,** so make sure you arrive early to grab your preferred seat! ***Show your purchase confirmation email at the door for entry.*** Here is a link to buy tickets which are $35 and normally sellout before the night of the show and tickets are very unlikely to be available on the night so please buy tickets soon. [https://www.badshepherd.com.au/collections/events/products/event-tickets-comedy-night-sat-4th-july](https://www.badshepherd.com.au/collections/events/products/event-tickets-comedy-night-sat-4th-july) Table booked for dinner under Andrew Goodwin (Ph: 0424453134) at 7pm. Here is a copy of the menu. [https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0058/1389/5235/files/Bad_Shepherd_Menu_Sept_2025-A3-DS-FA.pdf](https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0058/1389/5235/files/Bad_Shepherd_Menu_Sept_2025-A3-DS-FA.pdf) Then Arj starts at 8pm. Event cohosted by Martin Carr. Plenty of parking around the general area and Southland Station roughly a 4 minute walk away. PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT IS ON MULTIPLE GROUPS.

❤ **!! 🎫 MAC KARAOKE 2026 🎫 !!** ❤ Tickets - $45pp (This covers your $40 cost for karaoke + raffle ticket + online transaction fee!) By request here is a BREAK from our WINTER BREAK!!! Come sing your heart out with us at MAC KARAOKE 2026 \>\>\>\>Strictly no drop ins will be allowed<<<< \>\>\>\>Tickets sell quickly\! Please do not wait to RSVP<<<< We encourage all participants to wear comfortable shoes, warm clothes, and bring snacks, water and moneys. All attendees who have carers are asked to invite and RSVP with their carer and due to the nature of this outdoor public event this will be a mandatory requirement. All carers play an important role and are asked to participate equally and be a connection bridge for their participants at all times. Connect with us on Discord for quick responses as there can be a multi day lag via Meetup messages: JOIN MAC DISCORD: [https://discord.gg/C3Ug63F](https://discord.gg/C3Ug63F) \*\*Physical ID for proof of age is required when we enter. A photo of an I.D is not acceptable.\*\* ❤**DATE:** 4 JULY 2026, SATURDAY ❤**TIME:** Meet at 4:30PM for 5:00PM to 5:15PM START \*arrivals after 5.15pm require attendees to contact us via Discord #MAC-EVENTS channel ❤**START PLACE:** Meet at KBOX on Latrobe Street!! **THE PLAN:** Start gathering and socialising at 4:30pm! Our karaoke session starts at \~5pm until 9pm. After which we will have an OPTIONAL after party and head over to our SECRET Dessert Bar to enjoy some delicious treats! **Some insight for newer members:** It's a natural process to feel a little anxious attending a large event you have never experienced before. This is not our usual MAC LIBRARY EVENT however if you feel uncomfortable at any time, you can ask Rebecca to link you in with someone!! We have many friendly non judgemental faces within our community and all you have to do is notify Bec if you struggle. In all our events you should expect adults having wholesome fun and letting lose whilst being challenged to push some comfort zones - we invite you to do as well! We have witnessed many wonderful long term friendships formed at MAC so we do hope you join us! As long we remember to uphold the MAC values of kindness, thoughtfulness and respect, you are bound to find your tribe! **THANK YOU FOR YOUR DONATIONS** A big thank you to everyone who RSVPs - This money helps with the club's upkeep and hiring of the venue! We are completely NOT-FOR-PROFIT and we sincerely appreciate your contributions!! Raffle tickets will be available on the day to further support our MAC community!! ❤\*\*::MELBOURNE ANIME COMMUNITY ONLINE::\*\*❤ You can also join our online MAC Discord Server via the following link to discuss this event and have any of your questions answered. JOIN MAC DISCORD: [https://discord.gg/C3Ug63F](https://discord.gg/C3Ug63F) *Please follow the prompts and provide your FIRST NAME in our #introduce-yourself channel. Providing your real first name helps you build happy healthy long term friendships especially when meeting in person. If you are not able to provide this please kindly provide reasons to @superbec who can help assist.* **IMPORTANT TO KNOW** ❤Everyone is welcomed to MAC events. We ask that all attendees be polite, respectful, and kind to one another. We pride on genuine SAFE SPACE for any one and every one. Our community does not tolerate bad behavior and we are committed to stamping out bullying! If you see bad behavior disguised as "jokes" please call it out or contact the community leaders so we can address this and keep the community a safe space. For more information please see our POLICY on our Discord. JOIN MAC DISCORD: [https://discord.gg/C3Ug63F](https://discord.gg/C3Ug63F) ❤By RSVPing to our events, you automatically agree to our policy and your pictures taken at our events for promotional purposes. If this does not suit you, please let us know during sign in. ❤Our events have a strict 'Respectful Attendance' policy. This means our community will not tolerate drop ins or creation of concurrent events with MAC members during a live MAC event. This is in line with our creating-community values. ❤MAC is committed to being an inclusive space. Where a carer is required, a carer must attend and have a purchased ticket. This is to ensure that all individual needs of a participant can be met during an event. None of the organisers of the event are trained to provide special assistance. ❤\*Release and Indemnity. Please read carefully. This section contains a surrender of certain legal rights. Upon RSVPing to all MAC events, you hereby acknowledge and assume all of the risks in participating in the event and agree to release, waive indemnity, and not to sue Melbourne Anime Community along with any applicable organisers, hosts, and related personnel/venue spaces, and volunteers. This is respect to any and all claims, liabilities, suits or expenses including attorney's fees and costs for any injury, damage, death, lost, stolen, or disposed property or any loss connected to participation of the activity that you may have suffered. Help us improve our community by providing negative or positive feedback!

**Atheists' Pub Evening.** Please join with us at the pub for drinks, informal conversation and fun. If you can't make it by 6pm, don't worry - we'll be there for a good 3 hours or more (sometimes to midnight), so turn up whenever you can make it. Children are welcome. From 6:00 pm on the first Friday of every month. For information contact: Andrew - 0438 043 050 or John - 0411 143 744

Join us as we get together to get together to help those in need at this CMG Gives Back event! We have a great little community of Movie Group friends so rather than see a movie this time, we’ll help “Create a better world” by helping serve those in need. NOTE: We’re switching it up this time and going with a DINNER shift on Mon, 7/6. Here are complete details and our plan for this event: FAITH MISSION – GRANT KITCHEN: The Faith Mission kitchen and dining room serves residents 3 meals a day, every day of the year. For this event, our group will help prepare food, serve meals, assist residents in the dining room, wash dishes, and clean surfaces. PLAN: We will be preparing / serving / cleaning for DINNER from 4:30 to 6:30pm and have space for a total of 7 volunteers. Please arrive at 4:20pm and wear closed-toe shoes and long pants. LOCATION: Faith Mission – Grant Kitchen is located at 245 N. Grant Ave. Enter the kitchen at Dock 1 (in the back of the building), indicated in the attached map. On-site parking in the adjacent lot and street parking are available in the surrounding area. Below are some links / attachments with additional info/details: IMPORTANT REMINDER: Our group will be providing all of the volunteers on this day so a firm RSVP count is essential. Please only sign up if you are certain you’ll be able to attend. If something unavoidable comes up, please try to update your RSVP no later than one week prior to the event. With few exceptions, no shows or cancelations within 1 week of the event will not be eligible for future CMG Gives Back events. I appreciate your understanding as we try to ensure the agencies have the volunteers needed to provide the essential services they provide to the vulnerable population they serve. Our Partner Agency for this event is Lutheran Social Services! A huge THANK YOU to those volunteering at this (or any of our previous or future) CMG Gives Back events! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Be prepared for an entirely different type of sci-fi movie! Unofficially, the second movie in director Lars von Trier's "Depression Trilogy," 2011 Melancholia depicts the events that occur before a rogue planet is about to collide with the earth. Considered by many to be a masterpiece, the film was included in BFI's 2022 Sight and Sound Poll of the greatest movies of all time. It is available at the library as well as on Kanopy.