Comic Book Collecting Melbourne

August Book Club

Welcome to our August gathering of Melbourne Women's Big Ideas Book Club! If you love discovering great books and discussing the ideas they spark, we'd love to have you join us. This is a relaxed monthly lunch where every member brings along a book they've recently enjoyed. There are no set reads and no genre restrictions—just thoughtful books and interesting women. Each member has the opportunity to share what they've been reading, what resonated, what challenged them, or what fell short. From there, the conversation naturally evolves as we explore new perspectives, exchange recommendations, and connect through a shared love of reading. Whether you're a regular attendee or joining us for the first time, you'll find a welcoming group of curious, intelligent women who enjoy meaningful conversation and genuine connection. I can't wait to hear what you've been reading this month.

July Book Club: Small Things Like These by Claire Keegan

Spider-man: Brand New Day

July Book club - The Way We Live Now by Anthony Trollope

Spider-Man: Brand New Day on the Xtremescreen at HOYTS Docklands

Join me for a big night at the movies — the brand-new **Spider-Man: Brand New Day** on the huge Xtremescreen at HOYTS Cinema District Docklands. A fresh Spidey adventure on a giant screen with big sound is exactly the kind of thing that's more fun with a crowd, so let's go along together. We'll meet outside the cinema gates at 6pm, head in as a group, grab our seats and settle in before the lights go down. No pressure to chat through it — we're all there for the movie — but it's a relaxed, friendly way to enjoy a cinema night without going solo. This is a casual social meetup arranged so we can catch the film together — it isn't run by or affiliated with HOYTS. Please book your own ticket directly with them; an RSVP here doesn't include entry or a seat. **Who this is for** * Anyone keen to see the new Spider-Man on a proper big screen * Marvel fans and casual moviegoers alike — no prior homework needed * Solo attendees are very welcome; this is an easy one to come to on your own **Links** * Meetup start point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/9SaTvD4DXEKqpFPh7 * Book tickets: https://www.hoyts.com.au/orders/tickets?cinemaId=DOCCIN&sessionId=154614 * Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=62bIsvRcPv0 **Timeline** * 6:00pm – Meet outside the gates of HOYTS Cinema District Docklands and say hello * 6:15pm – Head inside, grab snacks and find our seats * 6:30pm – Movie starts * 9:00pm – Movie ends and the meetup finishes **Tickets / cost** You'll need to book and pay for your own ticket directly with HOYTS via the link above. It's a popular new release on the Xtremescreen, so I'd recommend booking in advance as sessions can sell out. Try to grab a seat near the group if you can. My seat is **L18** and the screen/cinema is **Xtremescreen 02**. **Transport** HOYTS Cinema District is in The District Docklands. It's an easy walk or tram from the CBD, and there's paid parking on site if you're driving. **Bring** * Your booked ticket (on your phone or printed) * Money/card for snacks or drinks if you'd like them **Expect** * Vibe: Relaxed, friendly cinema night * Group style: Casual — we meet up, watch together, and can say hi before and after * Pace: Easy; just turn up on time so we're all seated before it starts **Important notes** * Please arrive by 6pm so we can head in together — once the film starts it's tricky to find each other in the dark. * A Meetup RSVP is not a ticket and doesn't guarantee entry or a seat — please book directly with HOYTS. * If your plans change, please update your RSVP so numbers stay clear.

July - Furies: Stories of the Wicked, Wild and Untamed - multiple authors

July Book of the month - Piranesi

Book Club: [Piranesi](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/48496334-piranesi) by Susanna Clarke If you haven’t read **Piranesi** yet, you’re in for a trip. It’s basically about a guy living in an endless, massive house filled with thousands of statues and halls that literally flood with ocean tides. He’s super chill and loves the place, but as he starts digging into the mysteries of his home, he realizes his life isn’t exactly what he thought it was. It’s a total mind-bender that’s equal parts beautiful, mysterious, and a little bit unsettling. Points of Discussion Sanctuary or Cage? Piranesi loves the house, but we’d probably think it’s a prison. What’s your take? The Other What was your vibe on this guy? Did you trust him from the start? Perspective: Piranesi is so innocent and observant. Did that change how you saw the "normal" world? The Ending: Did it leave you feeling satisfied or did you have a "wait, what?" moment when you finished? I'm super keen to hear what everyone thought. When you first started reading, did you think the house was actually a good place to live, or did you get creeped out immediately?

The Twenty-fourth Page

Join us for the Twenty-fourth Page! Theme: **a book you're excited to read** Let's read something we're excited about! Hopefully this one will be an easy pick :) Feel free to bring along any discussion questions you can think of or theme suggestions. Happy reading :) See you there!

COMICS FESTIVAL SHOWCASE

They have made regular appearances on Rove Live, 9am with David & Kim , Spicks and Specks, The Glass House, Thank God You're Here, The Project, & Good News Week We have a VIP Guest list under "MEET UP" with our own private tables this is where we will meet. We can meet for dinner before hand at 7pm or just for drinks at 7.30pm just before the show. Friends and family are also welcome to put their hand up for tickets. Plenty of parking. Tickets are $5 (Normally $15) pay at the door on arrival.

26 July: Figurine Painting and Friends-Social

**✨Are you tired of making ‘how are you’ friends? This event is for you!✨** 🎨What better way to build and deepen connections than through a fun activity like **Figurine painting**! There are many social events but it isn’t easy to feel connected to someone in a large group setting. I am super extroverted yet found myself walking home after a great social feeling more lonely, because of all the superficial connections made. I started Hue&Crew to help people build their next close-friend circle based on age, personality and interest! 🎨**What to Expect** This isn’t a big mixer event, every event has a limit of 6 people per table and a fishbowl full of conversation starters to help people get started! We move around Melbourne's many beautiful cafes weekly to keep things fresh! Expect: * A fresh, comfy venue * A hosted structure so you’re never left awkwardly quiet * A fishbowl of conversation starters for the introverts * A relaxed atmosphere where you can genuinely be yourself * Hand-painted figurines you made yourself to bring home Each group is curated to feel natural, matched by age, interest and personality 🎨**Notice before you sign up:** As the events are really small and it might take some time to form a group with similar interests, we will inform you when there is a suitable group for you! **RSVP now:** [https://forms.gle/4MN6oygujee9qmej9](https://forms.gle/4MN6oygujee9qmej9) **Take a look at our instagram page to see past public events**👇 [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DXY8PXADXsm/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DXY8PXADXsm/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==) **Bring a friend for a 10% Discount for the both of you!**

25 July: Figurine Painting and Friends-Social: Carlton

**✨Are you tired of making ‘how are you’ friends? This event is for you!✨** 🎨What better way to build and deepen connections than through a fun activity like **Figurine painting**! There are many social events but it isn’t easy to feel connected to someone in a large group setting. I am super extroverted yet found myself walking home after a great social feeling more lonely, because of all the superficial connections made. I started Hue&Crew to help people build their next close-friend circle based on age, personality and interest! 🎨**What to Expect** This isn’t a big mixer event, every event has a limit of 6 people per table and a fishbowl full of conversation starters to help people get started! We move around Melbourne's many beautiful cafes weekly to keep things fresh! Expect: * A fresh, comfy venue * A hosted structure so you’re never left awkwardly quiet * A fishbowl of conversation starters for the introverts * A relaxed atmosphere where you can genuinely be yourself * Hand-painted figurines you made yourself to bring home Each group is curated to feel natural, matched by age, interest and personality 🎨**Notice before you sign up:** As the events are really small and it might take some time to form a group with similar interests, we will inform you when there is a suitable group for you! **RSVP now:** [https://forms.gle/4MN6oygujee9qmej9](https://forms.gle/4MN6oygujee9qmej9) **Take a look at our instagram page to see past public events**👇 [https://www.instagram.com/reel/DXY8PXADXsm/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DXY8PXADXsm/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==) **Bring a friend for a 10% Discount for the both of you!**

It’s time ! 60c Chicken Wings!!