Bars & Pubs

Hi Radiant Ladies, Brunetti on Flinders Lane is always a favourite with our Radiant Ladies—and it’s easy to see why! The coffee is great, and the cakes are simply delicious. See you! Lyn 🌸

Meet in the car park right at the end of Breen Drive at Dendy Park past the tennis courts. We’ll walk around Dendy Park, some do 1 lap, others 2. As the Dendy cafe is currently closed, we'll head to Rustica on Hampton st. for a coffee & chat Any concerns, don't hesitate to get in touch on 0409 219 524 - Gillian

Play board games with around 20 people on 5+ tables in Elsternwick. Friendly. Inclusive. Free entry, Crunchy Euro and Thematic games. Close to public transport and free parking. Exclusive use of a function room with good lighting at the Caulfield RSL. Games are sometimes organised in advance on our WhatsApp group or in the Aftergame app: https://aftergame.app/groups/bayside-games-1853 However most games are organised following a brief discussion at the venue on the Monday night. Recently we have played the following games: Euros: Inis, Evacuation, On Mars, Kanban EV, The Gallerist, Ark Nova, Galactic Cruise, Viticulture, Scythe, Concordia, Brass, Terra Mystica, Gaia Project, Terraforming Mars, Castles of Burgundy, Lost Ruins of Arnak and Grand Austria Hotel, Anachrony, Orleans, Dune Imperium, Oceans, Yokohama. Economic: Indonesia, Food Chain Magnate, Bus, Irish Gauge and Container. Thematic: Voidfall, Dune (Original), Root, Eclipse, Unfathomable, Nemesis, Spirit Island, Undaunted, Chaos in the Old World, The Godfather, Spartacus and Dominant Species. **Arrive early** The best time to arrive is around 6:50pm as people discuss which games they would like to play before starting longer games at 7:00pm. Arrive early and we can ensure that you are included in a game. However, should you arrive after 7:00pm you may need to wait for games to finish to be included, or if people are playing long games, it might not be practical to start a new game. **Full bar and snacks available** The Caulfield RSL generously provide the venue free of charge. A selection of food and drinks are available for purchase at the bar. Note that only food or drink purchased at the RSL can be consumed at the venue. We look forward to seeing you!

Urban Climb Blackburn If you've never climbed before, you need to complete a brief safety induction before you climb the first time (and they'll teach you everything you need to know to be safe indoors). There are sauna facilities, bouldering cave, speed wall and sparkling water too. This group is primarily for rope climbing; top roping or lead climbing. Many members have their lead pass and equipment, but feel free to go and do some bouldering too if you like! If you arrive on time, you'll find us chatting next to the couches in the bouldering area. If you're a little late please let the staff know that you are with the Climb Victoria Meetup, they can make an announcement and someone will come and collect you and introduce you to the group. Some members may even be wearing a black shirt with our logo on it. For more information about the venue and first time waiver, please check out this link to the Urban Climb website - https://urbanclimb.com.au/locations/blackburn/ **Fees:** Fees are paid directly to Urban Climb (this is not a free event). Further information on costs can be found at: https://urbanclimb.com.au/pricing/ . Some climbing memberships also may offer discounted entry, so it may be worth checking your member benefits in such groups **We also now have a Facebook Group:** [https://www.facebook.com/groups/663576119053808](https://www.facebook.com/groups/663576119053808) . This also has a chat function which may help

Have you got the Christmas spirit? Wanting to have some fun? Join for night out in the city on a merry, picture taking photography fun scavenger hunt. Starting at the crown casino atrium (staircase and carousel), then walking through the city to check off your scavenger list (hitting all the “12 days of Christmas” neon displays - aussie style). Things to bring: Good walking shoes, water, possibly a tripod, camera/phone. We ask that people upload to share only what is on the list, one photo from each scavenged item. The scavenger list: 1) giant Xmas bauble/decoration 2) reindeer 3) snowflake 4) reflection or bokeh 5) long exposure of tram with Christmas lights in back ground 6) mono chrome 7) leading line to any holiday installation 8) words “joy” or “merry” 9) Aussie animal presented in a seasonal way (ie with hat/presents) 10) your interpretation of Christmas spirit/energy (Also uploaded is a trail of the journey planned) Merry Christmas Cindi & Rowan On a side note: please be aware of the new disclaimer under the guidelines.

**Meet new people in a relaxed, inclusive and welcoming space! 🤗** **(FREE EVENT).** Unwind after a hectic Christmas and ease you way into the New Year weekend celebrations with some chilled drinks and chats in our favourite Brunswick-based beer garden. 😎🍻 **The Penny Black Beer Garden** is super relaxed and offers an inviting outdoor space in which to enjoy some drinks and mingles whilst shaking off that post-Christmas trauma. 🎉🥂 When you arrive, make your way through to the back where you will find us sprawled out on the lawn and bench seats with some bevies. If you are coming alone, you don't need to worry about not knowing anyone. Most people attend our events solo! Just remember, we are all there for the same reason – to meet new people and have fun. Check us out on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/melbourne_mingle) or [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567494869532) 👀

Celebrate Christmas Eve with a scenic cycling loop around Melbourne. The Capital City trail completes a circuit around Melbourne joining up several bike paths such as the Merri Creek Trail, Main Yarra Trail, Moonee Ponds Creek Trail and Inner Circle Rail Trail. We'll be riding over the new Gipps Street bridge into the Abbotsford convent where we can take a quick coffee stop. We'll aim for a steady average pace of around 15km/h varying the pace depending on the terrain. We'll go anticlockwise and reach the Boat Builders Yard for an early lunch around 12pm. After lunch we'll cruise back riding a leisurely 6km back to the start. The trail is mainly tarmac. Hybrid bikes, gravel bikes, road bikes and mountain bikes. **Pump up your tyres and check your bike the night before!** **What to bring** * Suitable Bike (MTB, Gravel bike, Hybrid bike, Road bike) * **Bike lock** \- we may need to lock up bikes for lunch * Helmet * Bike gloves * Spares/tubes/repair kits * Water (bottle or backpack) * Snacks/food * Sun screen/Sun glasses/Protective eye wear **MEETING POINT** Meet at the carpark at 500 Tourist Drive 2, Burnley VIC 3121. This is a short ride from Burnley station. There's a 2nd carpark a short distance down the road if this carpark is full. https://maps.app.goo.gl/hvRcCTtQB1HRMAST9 **LIABILITY WAVER** The organiser of this group cannot accept any liability for any loss, damage, injury or accidents to participants or their property on this event. By participating in this event, you're taking responsibility for your own safety and well-being. By joining this event you agree to these terms.

**Join your local guides on the best pub crawl in Melbourne!** Meet at WAX Music Lounge on 250 Flinders St, and explore the best, most well-known venues with people from all over the world. With **4 free 'welcome shots'** upon entry to each bar followed by exclusive drink deals at each, you'll see just why Melbourne is known as the nightlife capital of Australia! Experience a range of Melbourne's most famous bars & pubs throughout the night, with **free entry** for all, and reduced entry/recommendations at the end of the event to keep your night going strong! Play games, **win prizes** and mingle with locals, travelers & everything in between on the most sought-after event in Melbourne! * **4 FREE SHOTS** * **4 BARS ALL WITH FREE SKIP-THE-LINE ENTRY** * **PLENTY OF GAMES AND PRIZES TO BE WON** * **UNLIMITED MEMORIES & CHANCES TO MAKE FRIENDS IN THE CULTURAL CAPITAL OF AUSTRALIA!** Starting at 5:30PM at WAX Music Lounge on 250 Flinders St, you will receive your skip-the-line wristband, free welcome shot and mingle with other attendees before we introduce our games and prizes to be won throughout the evening. We then mix it up weekly, visiting some of Melbourne's most iconic and well-known bars with your pub crawl crew who have lived and breathed the city for most of their lives. **Make sure to lock in your spot ASAP as tickets often sell out!**

Join us at Morris House's casual-chic rooftop bar for a fun evening on Christmas Eve! We will be there 6pm onwards for socialising and laughs 🎄 📍Address: rooftop, 120 Exhibition Street, Melbourne Vic 3000 (corner of Exhibition and Little Collins Streets) Come along for relaxed socialising and making new friends. Don't worry if you're coming along by yourself or don't know anyone - new people are always welcome. We have all been the new person before Join us to meet new people and see the familiar faces of the regular members. This is a regular weekly group for socialising and unwinding for the weekend Events are also on: Meet New People, Make Real Friends [https://www.meetup.com/casual-catchups-and-cool-connections/](https://www.meetup.com/casual-catchups-and-cool-connections/) Bartopia [https://www.meetup.com/bartopia/](https://www.meetup.com/bartopia/) Bartopia [https://www.facebook.com/groups/bartopia/](https://www.facebook.com/groups/bartopia/) Follow us on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/bartopia.melbourne/](https://www.instagram.com/bartopia.melbourne/)

Come along for dinner then karaoke (both optional) at Customs House Hotel Williamstown. #### We believe that the best memories are made around the table. #### When you visit Customs House Hotel, you become part of our extended family. With great food & friendly service, you can relax & know that we will take care of you and your loved ones. So table booked under Andrew Goodwin at 7pm for dinner with phone number 0424453134 if you need to contact anybody. Here is a copy of the menu which also includes seniors menu. [https://customshousehotel.com.au/eat/summer-menu/](https://customshousehotel.com.au/eat/summer-menu/) Then around 8.45pm we can stroll through to where the karaoke is to write down our songs if we're looking at singing. SINGING IS TOTALLY OPTIONAL AND YOU CAN SING AS MANY, IF ANY SONGS THAT YOU WANT TO AND JUST WATCHING ON ALL NIGHT IS TOTALLY FINE TOO. So karaoke starts around 9pm. Karaoke hosted by T.D.K.S Entertainment **9pm till late** Let your hair down & be the star! Run by awesome fun loving girls. Over 38,000 songs updated regularly. The place goes off so join us in a fun filled night. Specialising in group events , birthdays Christmas breakups etc. Event cohosted by Martin Carr. Plenty of parking around the general area with Williamstown Station being about a 4 minute walk away. PLEASE NOTE THIS EVENT IS ON MULTIPLE GROUPS.

Join party-people from around the globe and discover Melbourne's best bars, lounges, and clubs including a famous rooftop bar/club with amazing city views, a truly wild "underground" nightclub, and a premiere Melbourne ultra-club featuring top DJ’s from around the world -all with exclusive free VIP entry. Enjoy no entry fees, no queues, free shots and exclusive “pub crawl only” drink deals @ every bar! https://pubcrawlmelb.com.au https://www.eventbrite.com/e/melbourne-cbd-pub-crawl-tickets-45461115420

Join party-people from around the globe and discover Melbourne's best bars, lounges, and clubs including a famous rooftop bar/club with amazing city views, a truly wild "underground" nightclub, and a premiere Melbourne ultra-club featuring top DJ’s from around the world -all with exclusive free VIP entry. Enjoy no entry fees, no queues, free shots and exclusive “pub crawl only” drink deals @ every bar! https://pubcrawlmelb.com.au https://www.eventbrite.com/e/melbourne-cbd-pub-crawl-tickets-45461115420

Let's meet at one of our fav clubs for good drink and socializing before this great cover band plays at 9:00pm. [LDNL](https://ldnl.net) (hip hop, r&b, pop) ***No cover***. Attire: dressy casual. **FOOD AND DRINK**\*: Drinks. No food service. Bring your own or order in.\* As usual, I'll have a basket of SNACKS on hand. Parking in lots surrounding the big red barn (property community center off Hayden Run). [https://livethebarn.com](https://livethebarn.com)

Let's meet at one of our fav clubs for good drink and socializing before this great cover band plays at 9:00pm. [LDNL](https://ldnl.net) (hip hop, r&b, pop) ***No cover***. Attire: dressy casual. **FOOD AND DRINK**\*: Drinks. No food service. Bring your own or order in.\* As usual, I'll have a basket of SNACKS on hand. Parking in lots surrounding the big red barn (property community center off Hayden Run). [https://livethebarn.com](https://livethebarn.com)

######## NEW LOCATION ####### We are going to be at The Forge on Bethel Rd this week and until further notice! The Forge does have a full bar and kitchen. There is no cover charge but they do request all attendees to purchase a minimum of ~$20 per person. Soft drink refills are $1 each. Please support our hosts so we can continue to provide great events for the group! The Forge has a large library of games available for us to enjoy. Hosts and regulars will also provide numerous popular games but please bring any games you would like to teach and/or play. Doors open at 6, and we expect gaming to be rolling by around 630. Please promptly end your games and clear out the space at 10pm when the bar closes. We encourage socializing but do not permit disruptive behavior of any kind. Thank you for your continued commitment to providing a fun and welcoming space to veteran, newbie, and rookie gamers in the Columbus area! Parking can be challenging. There is a parking lot behind the building that is free and easy to walk from but it's a bit hidden.

Early-bird coffee and conversation at [5 Bean Coffee](https://5beancoffee.com/)!

Take a break from the craziness of the holiday season and relax at The Lion with us. This is an new (to me) place in Bexley that serves cocktails, beer and wine, coffee, tea, pastries, snacks, caviar--a little bit of everything. The cocktail they made for The Drexel to sell for screenings of "Wicked For Good" was one of the best cocktails I've ever had. Their tea list is also impressive. Take special note of the Emperor's Private Reserve Pu-erh! https://www.thelionbexley.com/menu I don't know how large the place is, so it's possible we might find places to sit, or we might need to stand. This is an informal event to explore this interesting location.