Bridge Clubs Melbourne

Book Club at Iddy Biddy

Bookaholics Anonymous - stop scrolling and start reading Calling all book lovers and enthusiasts to a new monthly pub book club at Iddy Bar in St Kilda at 7.30pm sharp on Monday 4 May. Hosted by author Annie Lawson, we will chat about our favourite books of all time this month. What - Bookaholics Anonymous Where - Iddy Biddy Bar When - 7.30pm, Monday 13 April How often - Monthly Who - Anyone who wants to stop scrolling and start reading Format - Find out Monday

Mighty Docklands Toastmasters Club Meeting

**🎤 Elevate Your Communication & Leadership at Mighty Docklands Toastmasters!** Ready to level up your confidence, leadership skills, and public speaking prowess? Welcome to Mighty Docklands Toastmasters, where your journey to self-improvement begins! 🌟 What to Expect: * **Expert Toastmasters Guidance**: Our sessions follow the proven Toastmasters framework, ensuring you receive the best possible support and mentorship. * **Warm and Welcoming Atmosphere:** Immerse yourself in a friendly and vibrant environment, surrounded by like-minded individuals on their own journey of self-improvement. * **Diverse community:** Connect with 15-20 like-minded people at every meeting. Come and experience it for yourself! We welcome guests and newcomers alike, eager to meet anyone interested in advancing their public speaking and leadership abilities. 📅 **We meet every 1st, 3rd & 5th Monday of each month from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm.** ***Please come by 6:15 pm, for a prompt 6:30 pm start. Visitors will not be allowed in after 6:30 pm due to access-controlled doors.*** ✉️ Please email **docklandstoastmasters@gmail.com** for more information. Attending any Toastmasters meeting as a guest is free, however membership to Toastmasters International is a paid activity, details of membership fee etc will be shared over email post attendance. 📍**Find us at the Community Hub:** The Community Hub at the Dock is the building **next** to the Library. There will be a signage at the access contolled front door. Head down towards the library and then head past the park on the left. Entrance is from the street side. [Front of building](https://imgur.com/a/ugh5ay3)

Social Chess Meetup - Tuesday June 9th

Hello everyone! We’re back with another weekday social chess event at Brick Lane Market next to Queen Vic Market. The perfect spot to cure those early workweek blues. Come and enjoy an after work beer and play some chess with like minded people - its totally free. All skills welcome from beginner to pro - you don't need to be good to join us! Boards, pieces and clocks will be provided. Stay up to date through our socials or WhatsApp community: message me (David: +61 438 004 729) and I’ll add you to the chat. Social links IG FB: [https://linktr.ee/MelbourneChessSociety](https://linktr.ee/MelbourneChessSociety)

May Book club - The Atom Station by Haldor Laxness

Manningham Toastmasters Club Meeting

**Ready to Speak with Confidence?** **Want to Lead with Impact and Express Yourself Clearly?** **Join Manningham Toastmasters – Where Speakers Become Leaders!** Whether you want to conquer public speaking anxiety, sharpen your communication skills, or grow into a stronger leader — Manningham Toastmasters is the place for you! We're part of **Toastmasters International**, a global non-profit run by volunteers, and we’re passionate about helping people *just like you* unlock their full potential. Our meetings are packed with energy, learning, and a whole lot of fun. ✨ **What to Expect:** * Impromptu Speaking (we call it Table Topics — and it's a blast!) * Prepared Speeches from passionate members * Feedback that’s positive, supportive, and helps you *grow* * Leadership opportunities that build your confidence — fast! We meet twice a month, and **guests are always welcome!** You can attend **up to three meetings for FREE** — come see what we’re all about before signing up. 📅 **When:** 2nd and 4th Thursdays, 7:00–9:00 PM 📍 **Where:** Box Hill Library, Bert Lewis Room, 1040 Whitehorse Rd, Box Hill VIC 3128 🚀 **Take the First Step** – Visit our website to learn more and book your guest spot: https://www.toastmasters.org/Find-a-Club/00006780-00006780

May Book Club: Picnic at Hanging Rock by Joan Lindsay

😉FRIDAY LUNCH. ELSTERNWICK HOTEL 🥂🍔🍒🌭🍨☕️🧋

Social Chess Meetup May 30th

Hello Everyone, Come join us for a beautiful arvo of chess - everyone is welcome from beginner to expert! worry not there wil be someone one to challenge. 

Boards, pieces, clocks will be provided, the new location of the event will be at a new spot - Prince Alfred Carlton (191 Grattan St) right near the newly opened Parkville Station! We will be upstairs. Stay up to date through our socials or WhatsApp community: 

WhatsApp Community message me (David) and I’ll add you to the chat 0438004729 

Social links IG FB: https://linktr.ee/MelbourneChessSociety Looking forward to seeing you there!!

Happy Hour Toastmasters

**At Happy Hour Toastmasters - We make public speaking** **FUN!** **Do you want to get better at speaking in front of people?** Maybe for that important presentation at work, or that big wedding speech you've been asked to give? Do you want to have fun and make a bunch of great new friends while doing it? Then **our club is the place for you!** Our club is a diverse and supportive group of people, from beginners to world championship finalist-level speakers, who meet regularly to practice and improve our public speaking skills. **You'll also** **learn:** * **leadership skills** * **networking and 'soft skills'** * **how to provide constructive feedback** * **how to control your 'ums' and 'ahs'** * **how to think quickly and creatively while speaking on your feet** * **and much more!** **Guests are welcome** to come to any of our meetings, and we are also to chat with you about questions you might have, so please get in touch! **Please note - Bookings are essential**, as we need to let you into the building when you arrive!

THURSDAY NIGHT Melbourne's Largest Language Exchange

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Games Night