Ramadan Iftar Party – A Free International Student Event

Join us for an evening of shared food, conversation, and community as we come together to break the fast.

📅 Date: Monday, 16th March 2025
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Salvation Army Geelong, 239 Malop St., Geelong VIC 3220

✨ Free event | Halal food provided | Vegetarian options available | 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Families and children welcome

The program will include a communal Iftar dinner, a welcoming space for families and children, and an optional Imam-led prayer for those who wish to participate.

This event is designed to be inclusive, respectful, and family-friendly, offering an opportunity for international students and their loved ones to connect, learn, and celebrate together in a supportive environment.

The Lounge is a drop-in centre, and registrations help with catering.

Mend & Make: Beginner Hand Sewing Workshop – A Free International Student Event

Got a shirt with a tear, pants with a hole, or a button that’s gone missing? Instead of throwing it away, learn how to fix it yourself!

📅 Date & Time: Thursday, 12th March 2026 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Salvation Army Geelong, 239 Malop St., Geelong VIC 3220

Join us at The Lounge for a beginner-friendly hand sewing workshop where you’ll learn simple skills that can save your favourite clothes.

In this relaxed, hands-on session, we’ll teach you the basics of sewing, from threading a needle to mastering essential stitches like the running stitch, back stitch and slip stitch. You’ll also learn how to sew on a button, fix small tears, repair split seams, and try visible mending by adding creative patches to your clothes.

Bring along an item that needs fixing like a torn shirt, pants with holes, a missing button, or even unwanted clothes you’d like to turn into patch fabric. No experience needed, we’ll guide you step-by-step!

✨ Expect a fun, practical evening of learning new skills, repairing clothes, and connecting with others.

🥘 Drinks, dinner, and dessert will be provided.

This is a free international student event — beginners welcome!

The Lounge is a drop-in centre, and registrations help with catering.

Lounge Holi – Festival of Colours

Join us at The Lounge for an unforgettable celebration of Holi, the Festival of Colours!

📅 Date & Time: Mon, 2nd March | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Salvation Army Geelong, 239 Malop St., Geelong VIC 3220

Come together for a vibrant evening filled with culture, connection, and colourful fun as we celebrate love, inclusivity, and community.

Wear your brightest white shirt and get ready to splash some colour! You’ll take part in playful Holi handprint activities using vibrant paints, enjoy delicious Indian sweets, and wind down with calming chai while socialising with friends old and new.

This is the perfect chance to experience Indian culture, meet new people, and share a joyful night full of laughter, colour, and good vibes.

✨ Expect a fun, colourful evening of culture, connection, and celebration, with drinks, dinner, dessert, Indian sweets, and chai provided.

🎨 Activities include:

• Holi handprint colour fun

• Cultural sharing and socialising

• Indian sweets + chai

• Plenty of photo moments!

The Lounge is a drop-in centre, and registrations help us with catering.

Smart Cooking: Vietnamese Rice Paper Rolls

Join us for the final Smart Cooking workshop and wrap up the series with a fresh, fun, and hands-on evening making Vietnamese rice paper rolls together!

📅 Date & Time: Thursday, 26th February | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Salvation Army Geelong, 239 Malop St., Geelong VIC 3220

This program brings international students together through hands-on cooking and nutrition workshops. You’ll be guided step-by-step as you learn to make healthy, sustainable, and budget-friendly meals — and yes, you’ll be making your own dinner!

Working in small groups, you’ll learn how to roll fresh rice paper rolls, experiment with fillings, and pick up tips for making the most of leftovers at home. No cooking skills needed — we take it slow and guide you every step of the way. All ingredients and materials are provided.

Come for the cooking, stay for the connection — it’s all about sharing food, meeting new people, and enjoying a relaxed night together.

Expect a fun, hands-on evening of cooking, connecting, and eating, plus drinks, dinner, and dessert provided.

The Lounge is a drop-in centre, and registrations help us with catering.!

Puzzle Café – A Free International Student Event

Slow things down at Puzzle Café 🧩

📍 Location: The Lounge – Salvation Army Geelong, 239 Malop St
📅 Date & Time: Monday, 9th February | 5:00–8:00 PM

Enjoy a calm, cozy evening with lofi beats, warm drinks, and a table full of puzzles. Team up with others to complete a puzzle together, or challenge yourself to see how fast you can finish one solo.

Whether you’re in the mood to chat, focus, or quietly unwind, Puzzle Café is the perfect space to relax and connect at your own pace.

The Lounge is a drop-in centre, and registrations help with catering.

Mix & Matcha – A Free International Student Event

Slow down and unwind at Mix & Matcha Night 🍵

📍 Location: The Lounge – Salvation Army Geelong, 239 Malop St
📅 Date & Time: Thursday, 5th February | 5:00–8:00 PM

Join us for a relaxed evening where you’ll get the chance to make your favourite matcha drinks and work together to create a delicious matcha brownie.

Whether you’re a matcha lover or just curious to try something new, this is the perfect space to chill, chat, and connect with other international students in a warm and welcoming environment.

The Lounge is a drop-in centre, and registrations help with catering.

Aussie Night - A Free International Student Event 🇦🇺

📅 When: Monday, 26th January 2025
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 Where: Salvation Army Geelong, 239 Malop St., Geelong VIC 3220

Kick off the new year with our Aussie Night at The Lounge, celebrating Australian history, culture, and a dash of friendly competition!

What to expect:

• Fun Australian trivia featuring slang, music, history, and iconic phrases

• A quick session of classic australian games for some laughs and teamwork

• Taste test iconic Aussie treats—discover Vegemite, lamingtons, and more!

Don’t miss this ripper of a night to meet new friends, experience Aussie culture, and have a blast with games and good vibes!

🌟 Let’s kick off the year in true Aussie style!

The Lounge is a drop-in centre! Registrations help with catering.