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Casual Futsal game 6v6 on Saturday. All skill levels Welcome Everyone's Invited!
## **⚽ Welcome to Street Football Culture**
**📸 Instagram: [@streetfootballculture](https://www.instagram.com/streetfootballcult)**
**Facebook:** https://www.facebook.com/share/19Vw4Xzbi5/?mibextid=wwXIfr
**We’re a passionate community of street football Culture lovers who come together regularly to play, connect and celebrate the beautiful game. Our games are friendly, inclusive, and full of energy open to anyone, regardless of age, background, or skill level.**
**🗓️ Weekly Game Details: Updated**
**Join us for casual 6v6 futsal every Saturday night at Flagstaff Gardens Courts.**
**📍 Location: 309–311 William St, West Melbourne VIC 3003**
**🕓 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM**
**🏟️ Venue: Two side-by-side courts**
**📢 Please arrive 10 minutes early to warm up and help set up teams.**
## **🎮 Match Format**
**We’ll be forming four teams (A, B, C, D). Feel free to name your team if you're coming with a crew.**
**Each team manages their own substitutions. Captains and vice-captains will coordinate things. If you're bringing your own squad, you’re welcome to stick together!**
### **🏆 Tonight's Game Schedule (Saturday)**
**Match 1:**
**🆚 Team A vs Team B**
**🕖 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM**
* **First Half: 25 mins**
* **Half-Time: 5 mins**
* **Second Half: 25 mins**
* **Draw? Penalty Shootout (3–5 mins)**
**Match 2:**
**🆚 Team C vs Team D**
**🕖 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM**
* **Same format as Match 1**
**Match 3: 3rd Place Playoff**
**🆚 Losers of Match 1 vs Losers of Match 2**
**🕗 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM**
* **First Half: 25 mins**
* **Half-Time: 5 mins**
* **Second Half: 30 mins**
* **Draw? Penalty Shootout**
**Match 4: The Final**
**🆚 Winners of Match 1 vs Winners of Match 2**
**🕗 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM**
* **Same format as Match 3**
**Goalkeeper Rotation: Every player rotates into goal after a goal is conceded.**
## **👟 What to Bring**
* **Footwear: Futsal shoes or runners only (artificial turf court)**
* **Hydration: Water fountains available nearby**
* **Toilets: Public restrooms close by courts (5-min walk)**
## **📢 Important Reminders**
* **Participation is at your own risk. No insurance or on-site medical support is provided.**
* **Respect the game. Respect each other.**
* **Good vibes only — we value sportsmanship and inclusivity.**
* **Celebrate everyone’s effort — win or lose, we’re one community.**
## **📲 How to Book Your Spot**
https://forms.gle/f7W9kx1aQvJxDQzT8
**📱 WhatsApp: [https://whatsapp.com/](https://whatsapp.com/)**
**📸 Instagram: [@streetfootballculture](https://www.instagram.com/streetfootballcult)**
**Facebook:** https://www.facebook.com/share/19Vw4Xzbi5/?mibextid=wwXIfr
**🎟️ Fee: $10 per player**
**💳 Payment Options:**
* **PayID**
* **Bank Transfer**
* **After payment, please take a screenshot and Either: Send it to us Via Message, or show it to us at the court.**
*
**Refund Policy**
* **Full refunds are only offered if the event is cancelled (e.g. due to poor weather).**
* **If you need to cancel, please give us at least 4 hours’ notice.**
**🔥 Let’s Play!**
**We can’t wait to see you on the pitch for another amazing on Saturday of futsal.**
**Let’s bring the energy, the passion, and above all — the heart.**
**See you there!**
**#streetfootballculture**
Moomba Festival and Birdman Rally
The hilarious Birdman Rally is a long-held Moomba tradition that sees competitors hurtle themselves off a platform over the Yarra River to see who can fly the furthest before splashing down.
The rally runs from 11 am to 12 pm on Sunday, 8th March, and the platform is usually on the North side/City side of the Yarra, so it's best photographed from the south side.
Our meeting point will be behind the Alexandra Gardens Skate Park on Boathouse Drive at 10:30 am.
[Moomba Event Map](https://moomba.melbourne.vic.gov.au/map/)
**Event Schedule:**
10.30 am -10:50 am - Australian Skateboarding League – Semi Finals & Finals. This is right next to our meeting point and runs all day.
11:00 am -12:00 pm- Birdman Rally
12:00 pm - 1:06 pm - Men's Trick Preliminary
1:06 pm - 2:26 pm - Pro Men Wakeboard
2:41 pm - 3:35 pm - Women's Slalom
3:35 pm – 4:11 pm – Men's Slalom
4:15 pm event ends
[Full Moomba event schedule](https://moomba.melbourne.vic.gov.au/schedule/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23549729973&gbraid=0AAAAAC11gOuLT6tgB8NqEPEFU-CXmW7mm&gclid=CjwKCAiAqprNBhB6EiwAMe3yhjGrFMf7FrlDS4m9wVCPEBvzpcwlOgbsgHXuhyeVwjZGxJNNciOTGxoCW8QQAvD_BwE)
Disclaimer & Waiver of Liability
By attending this photography meetup, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
• Participation is voluntary and at your own risk.
• The organisers, hosts, and affiliated parties are not liable for any personal injury, property damage, loss, or theft that may occur during or as a result of this event.
• You agree to hold harmless the organisers from any claims, liabilities, or expenses arising from your participation.
• Attendees are responsible for their own equipment, belongings, and conduct throughout the event.
• Photography activities may involve public spaces, varied terrain, or interaction with others; you are responsible for exercising caution and respecting local laws, regulations, and private property.
• Any advice, demonstrations, or recommendations provided during the meetup are for informational purposes only and should not be considered professional instruction.
• By joining, you consent to being in a public setting where photos or recordings may occur, and you release organisers from any claims related to such media use.
Pick Your Own Sunflowers - 2026 | Limited Spots [Event #5]
We are heading to one of the "Pick Your Own" Sunflowers farms near Ballarat. The tickets are limited. Please note that this trip also involves a shared taxi/uber. The payment shared taxi/uber can be made on the day of the event.
Please follow these three steps to confirm your spot:
Step 1: Please RSVP to this event on meetup.
Step 2: Please pay the organizer fee ($20 - Early Bird, $25 - Regular) - [https://www.trybooking.com/DKAME](https://www.trybooking.com/DKAME)
Step 3: Please buy the farm entry ticket ($10) via Trybooking for 8th March: [https://www.trybooking.com/events/1540269/sessions](https://www.trybooking.com/events/1540269/sessions)
Organizer fee tickets are non-refundable. There is no option to transfer the ticket to a new date. Organizer fee tickets will be only refunded if the event is cancelled or moved. Organizer fee payments are managed through Trybooking and not Meetup. You will see an "Unpaid" status on your RSVP. The only thing you need is the Trybooking ticket which you will receive by email.
**Meeting Point**: Let's meet in the Corner of Spencer Street and Bourke Street (Station Side - Near the steps) at 10:10 AM and take Vline train. We should be back in the city around 5 pm. Please note that meeting at the destination is not an option for this event. Please plan to show up at the meeting point as uber/taxi groups will be formed at the meeting point.
**Meeting Point Photo**: [[https://bit.ly/2SkyVL2](https://bit.ly/2SkyVL2)](https://bit.ly/2SkyVL2)
\*\* Please make sure you bring your Myki. Please ensure that it has atleast $8. Please ensure that your myki money is added before coming to the meeting point. \*\*
Cost:
Organizer Fee: $20 - Early Bird, $25
Myki Cost: $8
Sunflower Farm: Tickets $10
Sunflowers: $4 per stem – available for purchase as you leave
Shared Taxi/Uber (Total): $20-$30 (To be paid via PayID or cash on the day of the event)
**Pick Your Own Sunflowers** \- Every year since its beginnings\, Sunflower field in Dunnstown has grown into one of Regional Victoria's most popular rural experience\, with visitors flocking from all over Victoria and interstate\.
Please carry snacks and water. There are no food options at the farm.
Please follow us on Social Media for photos, videos & updates:
[YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@explore-melbourne) \| [Facebook Page](https://www.facebook.com/exploremelb) \| [Facebook Group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/exploremelb) \| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/xpmelb/) \| [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@exploremelbourne) \| [ExploreMelbourne.AU](https://exploremelbourne.au/)
Loyalty Card Stamps for this event:
If you are not using a discount code: 1
If you are using a discount code: 0
Explore Melbourne is the largest meetup group in Australia. We have eight simple rules in place to protect our community and for everyone to have a positive experience.
❌ Not a dating group! – We’re here to make friends, not find soulmates. No flirty business, please!
No phone numbers, please! – Feel free to swap social media if both parties are cool with it, but let’s keep our digits private. Please don’t add people to WhatsApp or other groups.
Our events are only open to people aged 18 and older.
Please do not advertise other events or groups.
Don’t be a social octopus! – Give people space to chat with others. Please don't be clingy.
We don't allow carpooling due to safety incidents/our public liability insurance not covering motor related accidents.
No sales pitches! – No selling, no MLMs, no pyramid schemes, no “life-changing mentorship” offers—let’s keep things scam-free.
Cameras welcome, but… – please refrain from taking photos of our members for privacy reasons.
By joining this event, you’re giving us a virtual pinky promise that you’ll follow the rules. Break them, and—poof!—you’re out for good. No second chances, no do-overs. Let’s keep it fun, friendly, and drama-free!
**Liability Waiver:**
The organizer of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury, or accident to participants or their property at this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your safety and well-being. By joining this event, you agree to the liability waiver mentioned here: [[https://exploremelbourne.au/explore-melbourne-liability-waiver/](https://exploremelbourne.au/explore-melbourne-liability-waiver/)](https://exploremelbourne.au/explore-melbourne-liability-waiver/)
Melbourne Saturday Bar Crawl
**🔥 MELBOURNE'S NO.1 BAR CRAWL! 🔥**
Want an epic night out for just **$15**? Here’s what you need to do:
1\. Click "**Attending**" on the Meetup event
2\. Pre\-book your ticket at [ontherocksbarcrawl.com](ontherocksbarcrawl.com/melbourne/book-now) – Use promo code “**MEETUP26**” on an '**Online Saver**' ticket for $10 off your ticket price!
3\. ARRIVE **BEFORE 18:30** (strict cutoff – no exceptions!)
⏳ Miss any of these steps? It’s **more expensive** on the door! If you're late, your discounted ticket won’t be valid.
**WHATS INCLUDED?**
🍹 **5** **Free Shots**
🚀 **VIP** fast-track entry to **5 top** **venues**
🕺 **Free** pass to the best **nightclubs** at the end of the night
👫 **Fun games** and **friendly** **guides** throughout the night
We’re officially TripAdvisor’s #1 nightlife experience in Brighton (UK), Barcelona, and now Melbourne!
**ARRIVAL INFORMATION:**
📍The Back Room, 24 Grey St, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia
🕢 Arrive BEFORE start time (18:30)
**💡 IMPORTANT INFO:**
🔞 18+ only – bring a valid Driving Licence or Passport (other IDs may not be accepted)
💬 Contact +61 436 399 434 if you have any issues!
🚫 Due to previous negative experiences, we do not allow stag/hen dos or same-sex groups of 9+ on our public crawls. (Private bookings available – email enquiries to info@ontherocksbarcrawl.com)
**🔥 DON’T MISS OUT – BOOK YOUR $15 TICKET [HERE](ontherocksbarcrawl.com/melbourne/book-now) NOW! 🎉**
Nature Events This Week
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Turn Anxiety Into Happiness!
Turn Anxiety into Happiness!
Become your natural self again.
Discover the drug-free way to a healthy mind.
This educational talk is based on the book Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health by New York Times bestseller author L. Ron Hubbard.
Dianetics is an exact science of the mind.
In this educational talk you will learn about the hidden source of all irrational thoughts and behavior as well as unwanted emotions (anxiety, fear, suppression, and apathy) and how to handle them forever.
Free entry and free parking.
Please send messages to host if you have any question.
Sunday Meditation | Community Building | Connection | Meet New People
✨ **Do you want to...**
* 🫶🏽 Connect with like-minded people in your local community?
* 🏋🏽♂️ Meet others who are passionate about growing, uplifting themselves, and supporting others?
* 🌈 Share insights from your personal journey (or simply listen and learn)?
* 🧘🏼♂️ Experience a simple yet powerful meditation practice to find calm and clarity?
Or maybe you just want to...
☮️💟☯️ **Spend your Sunday evening in a peaceful, zen space and meet some amazing new people?**
***
### **Join us on Sundays!**
Let’s come together, share positive energy, and build a warm, supportive local community.
**Bring a friend (or two!) and let’s connect.**
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### **What’s on the evening’s flow?**
* **Open meet & greet** – connect and settle in
* **Sharing circle** (totally optional!) – share your thoughts or simply listen
* **20-30 min guided meditation** – for relaxation and deeper connection
***
### **Everyone is welcome!**
All ages (with guardians for under 18), backgrounds, genders, and experiences – no meditation experience needed.
The event runs for about **2.5 hours**, but you’re free to come and go as you need.
***
### **What to bring?**
* **Donation:** A contribution of **$10 or more is recommended**.
Your donations directly help us cover venue costs, provide resources, and keep this meditation community alive and growing.
* **Warm jumper/jacket** (just in case!)
* **Water**
* **Any books/resources/inspiration you’d love to share**
***
### **Where?**
📍 **250 George St, Fitzroy VIC 3065**
Enter through the church gates. You’ll see a small garden on the left and stairs on the right leading up to the **Dance of Life Yoga Studio (first door on your right upstairs).**
***
### **Important Notes:**
* Spaces are **limited**, so if you can’t make it, please update your RSVP to “Not going” or send us a quick message.
* **No-show policy:** To keep it fair for everyone, repeat no-shows without notice may not be able to RSVP in the future.
* Attendees under 18 must have a guardian present.
Floral Sketching 🌺✏️✨
Let’s do some floral sketching at The Conservatory! 🌺✏️✨
What to bring checklist 📋
- Your sketchook or tablet
- Any drawing/painting materials
At the end of the event I will take a photo of all our artworks together 📸
✏️ We welcome all artists of any skill level or medium, Whether you’re a beginner or pro, traditional or digital, absolutely anyone can join
⚠️IMPORTANT⚠️ Please do not attend if you are sick. Keep everyone safe by staying home if you are unwell
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Check out our instagram @shypeoplesdrawingclub to see more about our awesome group. We also have a Discord group for online events if you would like to join and chat with more artists. ✨
Nature Events Near You
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Free Class in the Park: Planning and Growing a Cut Flower Garden
Hosted by Licking Parks District
Planning and Growing a Cut Flower Garden
Thursday,
March 12, 2026
Are you a plant lover or garden enthusiast who would like to add growing cut flowers to your garden repertoire but don’t know where to start? Or maybe you’d like to grow flowers instead of grass to attract pollinators?
Whatever your flower dream is, let’s dig in and start here!
Join Tracey Barnes of Moon Maiden Flower Farm to learn the basic foundations of growing a cut flower garden, which includes planning, choosing the right varieties, succession planting for continuous blooms, maintenance, harvesting and post harvest care for making bouquets.
Whatever your horticulture experience level is, you’ll gain confidence in your decision making, and before you know it, you’ll be slinging flowers and sharing their beauty with others.
Register by Mar 11.
[Register here for free https://www.lickingparkdistrict.com/267/March-2026](https://www.lickingparkdistrict.com/267/March-2026)
6PM - 7:30PM
Location: James Bradley Center, Infirmary Mound Park
Free at Bexley Library- Adventures in Ecological Horticulture
w Rebecca McMackin
Free at Bexley Library
Adventures in Ecological Horticulture
with Rebecca McMackin
Wednesday, March 18
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Gone are the days when a garden could be ornamental alone. We now recognize the impact that our land care practices have on the ecosystems around us, and can see the importance of encouraging biodiversity. Thankfully, we do not need to sacrifice beauty when we invite butterflies and songbirds into our gardens.
Rebecca McMackin has cultivated gorgeous landscapes in the toughest environments possible: urban parks, school playgrounds, and the sidewalks of New York City. She will take lessons from her work at Brooklyn Bridge Park, the Brooklyn Museum, and decades of research to share how those of us who are fortunate enough to care for land, can do it beautifully and ecologically.
Rebecca McMackin is an ecologically obsessed horticulturist and garden designer. She writes, lectures, and teaches on ecological landscape management and pollination ecology, as well as designs the rare public garden.
She is currently Lead Horticulturist for the American Horticultural Society, an Associate with the Harvard Divinity School’s Thinking with Plants and Fungi Initiative, and Consulting Arboretum Curator for Woodlawn Cemetery in the Bronx, NY.
Rebecca spent a decade as Director of Horticulture of Brooklyn Bridge Park, where she managed 85 acres of diverse parkland organically. Their research into cultivating urban biodiversity and ethical management strategies has influenced thousands of people and entire urban parks systems to adopt similar approaches.
She has been published by and featured in the New York Times, Gardens Illustrated, on NPR and PBS. Her garden for the Brooklyn Museum recently won the PPA’s Award of Excellence and her TED Talk has been viewed over a million times. She holds M.Sc. from Columbia University and University of Victoria in landscape design and biology and recently completed the Loeb Fellowship at the
Harvard Graduate School of Design.
This program is presented in partnership with Rooted in Bexley and generously funded by the Bexley Community Foundation and Bexley Community Author Series Fund.
2026 season kickoff hike!
Join us for our inaugural hike of the 2026 season as we hike the first leg of the Big Walnut trail. We will leave from Morse Rd at Hanna Realty and hike 2 miles on a flat paved trail along Big Walnutl creek and looping Academy Park. See you Sunday at 3 pm!
Saturday Mornings @ East Market
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 want to discuss international travel and culture, and anyone who enjoys getting together for good conversations."
How to Install a Bog Garden, with David Marsolo - Free Class
Hosted by Wild Ones Columbus
How to Install a Bog Garden, with David Marsolo
Saturday, March 14th, 2026
10:00 am to 12:00 pm (Eastern Time)
Innis House (Inniswoods Metro Park) , 940 S. Hempstead Road, Westerville, OH
Public Welcome Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation Wheelchair Accessible Public Restroom Free Public Parking
A bog can serve the same functions as a traditional rain garden but has the advantages of being low maintenance, climate resilient and attractive for a much longer part of the year.
David Marsolo is a long time Wild Ones member. He has been maintaining artificial bogs at his suburban Westerville home for about 20 years. He will describe how to install a bog and fill it with many interesting native plants including pollinator and host plants
https://columbus.wildones.org/calendar-of-events-and-programs/?wo_event_id=11160














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