Sherlock Holmes Inn, 415 Collins Street, Melbourne

Join us for a trivia night at the Sherlock Holmes on Collins Street which is a British styled pub located on Collins Street.

The trivia night is hosted by comedian Janet McLeod and offers winners $50 food & drink vouchers as well as quiz rounds for Jugs of Beer, Bottles of wine etc. Janet is a well-respected comedian and has a way of getting you involved in the night.

The Sherlock Holmes opened in 1985 and the hostelry has been extremely well received, as have its comestibles, ales wines and spirits. So much so that the worst criticism has been that the establishment is too small for the large numbers of discerning citizens who wish to avail themselves of the sundry attractions which this unique tavern affords.

Here is a home for the aficionados of the works of the eneffable Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, where the friendly shades of Dr Watson, Professor Moriarty (a changed man since he went over the falls) and the Stradivarius-playing, opium-smoking genius himself, the Great Detective, await your pleasure.

So meet Nicole at the reserved table for a fun trivia night.

Tue, 18 June

6.00pm - 9.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

Federation Square (opposite the main tram stop on St Kilda Road)

Join a group of fellow Melbourne Social Club bike riders for our monthly morning ride.

Our usual ride is around the Capital City trail which is about 32 km long and the ride takes approx 3 to 3.5 hrs including time for brunch and is mainly on sealed bike paths. It requires a reasonable level of fitness (as there are hilly sections) and a suitable bike in good working order.

We may change the ride a little bit this month but the ride will be of similar length and duration.

Meet David and Ian at Federation Square at 9 am directly opposite the tram stop on St Kilda Road.

Sat, 22 June

9.00am - 12.30pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Fri, 21 June

The Duke, 146 Flinders Street, Melbourne

Join us in celebrating the Winter Solstice with Sunday lunch followed by a visit to the Winter Village located on top the Skyline Terrace in Federation square on the shortest weekend of the year.

This winter wonderland has an ice skate rink, igloo village with a mega igloo drinking and dining hall plus a feast kitchen and bar with winter themed food and beverages.

We will start with Sunday Lunch at The Duke of Wellington which is Melbourne’s oldest licensed pub, established in 1853, now known as just The Duke.

The venue has been recently renovated and has been re-born so come and enjoy this great pub in the company of good friends, and share stories, dreams and laughter.

The Duke has a mouth-watering contemporary menu, extensive beverage list and a welcoming atmosphere and is the ideal place to enjoy a delicious meal in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD. There is a Sunday roast with all trimmings for $25.

The venue also boasts an incredible 20 beers on tap, an extensive range of bottled beer and cider, and a selection of high quality local and imported wines.

This landmark venue occupies a prominent position opposite The Forum and opposite Federation Square.

Meet Ian at the venue.

Sun, 23 June

1.00pm - 4.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Sat, 22 June

La Camera Italian Restaurant, Mid Level East End, Southgate

Come and join us for a night of Jazz and Shiraz and FREE wine tastings at this popular event at La Camera.

La Camera is a casual restaurant with more than dinner and drinks on the menu. In the Italian language, La Camera means "The Room"; an unpretentious name for a stylish but modest restaurant and tonight will feature jazz as well.

Enjoy Melbourne's amazing city skyline from indoors or on the balconies, whilst sampling La Camera's extensive dinner menu with some great pizza offerings.

Tonight there will also be free wine tastings from various wineries, so enjoy a night of jazz and wine.

La Camera is located on the mid level of Southgate near the entrance closest to St Kilda Road. All food and drinks at own expense.

Meet Ian at the reserved table(s)

Mon, 24 June

6.30pm - 9.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Sun, 23 June

Marrakech Lounge, 25 Bank Place, Melbourne CBD

Join us for our end of month social drinks night in another great venue in Melbourne in the heart of the city in Bank Place and get some real escapism and move into an area that reminds you of a candle lit cave world from the Middle East.

Imagine walking down the stairs to the hidden gem, with sweeping raw brick corridors leading to cool booths, stone alcoves and tents of intimacy. Rich colours combined with crude washed walls – think Africa, cool Marrakech nights, intimate, subterranean lantern-led space...like a candle lit cave world from the Middle East and enjoy a social drink.

If you are not a member, book in and join us at this end of month drinks night. Meet some of our hosts and members, learn more about the best and liveliest social activities in Melbourne and start enjoying a great social life and great benefits such as discounts to bars, restaurants, shopping, and wine offers.

Also drink specials on the night, $6 Beers - Coopers Pale Ale, Carlton Draught, Carlsberg beer and $6 Wines - Chardonnay, Sauv Blanc, Shiraz, Merlot & Sparkling from 6pm to 9pm.

A recent article on the social club can also be seen on Weekend Notes.

Meet us in the check in area and look for the social club banner.

Thu, 27 June

6.30pm - 9.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: FREE

OPEN TO EVERYONE

St Kilda Cellars, 45 Fitzroy Street, St Kilda

Join us for a Sunday in St Kilda for lunch and drinks which is also market day on the esplanade.

We will meet at St Kilda Cellars and decide options for lunch. Afterwards those that might like to visit the vibrant esplanade market that is set against the iconic backdrop of St Kilda Beach and overlooks St Kilda Pier.

The Sunday market features over 120 unique stalls of hand crafted artwork, wood products, jewellery, accessories and more.

Enjoy a relaxing Sunday in St Kilda, meet Alan at St Kilda Cellars.

Sun, 30 June

1.00pm - 4.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Sherlock Holmes Inn, 415 Collins Street, Melbourne

Join us for a trivia night at the Sherlock Holmes on Collins Street which is a British styled pub located on Collins Street.

The trivia night is hosted by comedian Janet McLeod and offers winners $50 food & drink vouchers as well as quiz rounds for Jugs of Beer, Bottles of wine etc. Janet is a well-respected comedian and has a way of getting you involved in the night.

The Sherlock Holmes opened in 1985 and the hostelry has been extremely well received, as have its comestibles, ales wines and spirits. So much so that the worst criticism has been that the establishment is too small for the large numbers of discerning citizens who wish to avail themselves of the sundry attractions which this unique tavern affords.

Here is a home for the aficionados of the works of the eneffable Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, where the friendly shades of Dr Watson, Professor Moriarty (a changed man since he went over the falls) and the Stradivarius-playing, opium-smoking genius himself, the Great Detective, await your pleasure.

So meet Nicole at the reserved table for a fun trivia night.

Tue, 2 July

6.00pm - 9.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Mon, 1 July

TGI Fridays, 2 Queensbridge Square, Southbank

What a great place to celebrate U.S. Independence Day with the Melbourne Social Club.

The Fridays restaurant chain was founded in 1965 in New York City, featuring standard American cuisine, bar food, and alcoholic beverages and still has American style food predominantly with a creole feel to it. It is well known for its ribs and burgers.

The chain of restaurants have a long history of innovation, including being credited with naming happy happy and inventing the Long Island Iced Tea and Loaded Potato Skins.

The chain of restaurants is a Hall of Fame winner for themed entertainment restaurant over many years and this TGI has great views over Melbourne and the River Yarra and is walking distance of Flinders Street station.

Celebrate a great night out on the 4th of July.

Meet Alan and Ian at the reserved tables

Thu, 4 July

6.30pm - 9.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Wed, 3 July

Hardimans Hotel, 521 Macaulay Road, Kensington

We are organising Saturday lunch followed by drinks around the areas of Flemington and Kensington

We will have lunch at the iconic Hardimans Hotel that was established in the late 1870s and has recently been refurbished and has bright airy feel and a nautical theme as well as great beer garden.

The venue has a range of classic pub meals and wood fired pizzas and an impressive 20 taps.

Other locations for drinks planned after lunch include the Doutta Galla Hotel and Quiet Man Irish Pub.

Meet Alan at the Hardimans Hotel.

Sat, 6 July

1.00pm - 5.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Fri, 5 July

Jindabyne / Perisher NSW

We opening expression of interest for a group to go skiing / boarding in Perisher Blue (NSW) staying in Jindabyne. On previous years, some people have attended for one week and some attend for two weeks depending on individual members requirements.

We weeks we plan to head up are Week 1 (6 to 14 July) AND Week 2 (15 July to 21 July).

We will run the event in a similar manner to previous years, where some people attended for one week and some for two weeks.

Sat, 6 July

TBA - TBA

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

Golden Triangle, First floor, 123 Park Street, South Yarra

Join us as we pay a visit to The Golden Triangle Thai restaurant which serves traditional and modern Thai food in a relaxed setting. The menu features a wide range of options and is very reasonably priced.

This venue has very authentic Thai dishes and has great reviews on Urbanspoon and other food review websites.

The venue is located on the corner of Park Street and Domain Road in South Yarra, the number 58 tram stops right outside.

Meet Alan at the reserved tables.

Wed, 10 July

7.00pm - 9.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Tue, 9 July

Arts Centre, Melbourne

Join us on a Mornington Peninsula Hot springs weekend leaving on Friday Night and returning on Sunday afternoon.

We will travel by minibus to the house that will be our escape for the weekend. On arrival at the house, we will set up and head out for Friday night dinner in Rye.

On Saturday, we will be going to the Hot springs in the morning after breakfast. After our Hot Springs visit that includes use of a robe and towel, we will enjoy a late lunch at a nearby winery and then return to the house for dinner. We have a couple of good cooks in the club who have offered to cook.

On Sunday, after breakfast we will visit either the Lavender farm and maze or the Mornington Craft markets depending on what’s on and possibly even a pub or winery or two. We will return to Melbourne at 5pm.

Please bring any drinks you want to consume on the Friday & Saturday night (we will be out on Friday night but as an aperitif if you want one) and maybe some nibbles to contribute to the Saturday night dinner.

The price includes shared accommodation for two nights, return transport by minibus, Saturday and Sunday breakfast and Saturday night dinner at the house.

Shared accommodation consists of 4 bedrooms ranging from double beds to bunk bed combinations.

Meet Nicole at the Arts Centre at 5.45pm for a 6.00pm departure

Fri, 12 July

5.45pm - 5.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

Prepayment required for this event

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Wed, 10 July

NGV International, 180 St Kilda Road, Melbourne

*** Please buy your own exhibition tickets in advance, see link below. ***

Warm up this winter at a NGV Friday Night and discover China’s ancient terracotta warriors alongside new works by one of the world’s most exciting contemporary artists, Cai Guo-Qiang.

Dine at the Hutong Dumpling Bar, enjoy after-hours access to the exhibition and see live music from Adrian Eagle, a soul singer/song-writer born & raised in Adelaide and style is reggae, soul, hip-hop & acoustic flavoured beats.

The tickets can be bought in advance online at $35 ticket for the Friday night band and exhibition entry, at https://www.ngv.vic.gov.au/exhibition/terracotta-warriors-cai-guo-qiang or $40 entry on the door, if already not sold out.

Meet Loretta and Corrine inside the main entrance with the cascading water wall . If necessary, contact text the mobile number from the SMS reminder if arriving at a later time to see where the group is located.

Fri, 19 July

6.00pm - 10.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

Please book now & pay on the day for this event

MEMBERS ONLY EVENT

Booking closes on:
Thu, 18 July

Lygon Street or alternative venue

We are planning our regular Saturday Night dinner which is usually held around the Lygon Street area but can be further afield.

More details coming soon

Sat, 20 July

7.00pm - 9.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A

Melbourne to Ballarat

We are planning a day trip to Ballarat to see the sights and for those that are interested, visit the Red Series wine show which showcases the finest red wines and other varietals from the regions of the Grampians and the Pyreneese.

Sat, 27 July

10.00am - 7.00pm

Non-Members / Guests: N/A