Josh Coales had an enjoyable evening at the recent Footy Almanac dinner featuring former Test cricketer Rick Darling.
Almanac Melbourne Cup Eve Lunch: Have a feed and a few beers and help pick the trifecta
October 28, 2022 by Leave a Comment
Come to another Melbourne Cup Eve soiree at the North Fitzroy Arms on Monday October 31.
Almanac Travel: Fifteen (happy) notes from our Melbourne weekend
May 26, 2021 by 13 Comments
Mickey Randall packed a lot into a weekend trip to Melbourne.
Almanac Books: ‘Merger’ book launch
May 5, 2021 by Leave a Comment
William Westerman’s book, ‘Merger’, will be launched at the North Fitzroy Arms Hotel on June 2nd. Details here.
Almanac Footy and Life (and Lunches): Engaging the Cats
April 27, 2021 by 17 Comments
Dips O’Donnell attended the Almanac/Odd Friday lunch with Ron Reed. There was a significant family event happening the next day, so he wasn’t going to stay late. Then the Carlton Draught started slide down easily…
Almanac (and Odd Friday) Lunch – Friday, April 23: Ron Reed
April 20, 2021 by 2 Comments
The next Almanac/Odd Friday Lunch is on the 23rd April. It will feature veteran sports journo Ron Reed. Ron will be discussing his latest book, War Games, as well as yarns from his long career.
Almanac (and Odd Friday) Lunch: The Blessing of the Season
March 13, 2021 by 3 Comments
After a long Covid-enforced absence the Footy Almanac Friday lunch returns to the fabulous North Fitzroy Arms Hotel, on the 19th of March. The special guest will be a treat for Tiger fans. Book early to avoid disappointment.
The Odd Friday Lunch: Glenn James (27 March) Postponed
March 20, 2020 by 2 Comments
The next Odd Friday lunch (March 27) has been postponed.
The Odd Friday Lunch: Mark LoGiudice Carlton FC President (Feb 7)
January 31, 2020 by Leave a Comment
What are Carlton’s prospects for the 2020 AFL season? Find out from President of the Carlton FC, Mark LoGiudice who is guest speaker at the first Odd Friday Lunch of the year.
The Footy Almanac/Odd Friday Lunch (Nov 29): Gilbert McAdam and Ronnie Burns
November 28, 2019 by 2 Comments
A double barrel Footy Almanac/Odd Friday Lunch with Gilbert McAdam & Ronnie Burns this Friday (29th). Should be a beauty!
The Footy Almanac/Odd Friday Lunch (Nov 15): Mick McGuane
November 8, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Mick McGuane is the special guest at the next Footy Almanac/Odd Friday Lunch on 15th November. Check out details here.
The Footy Almanac/Odd Friday Lunch (Oct 11): David Teague
October 8, 2019 by Leave a Comment
New Carlton FC coach David Teague is guest speaker at the next Footy Almanac/Odd Friday Lunch on Friday 11 October.
Almanac/Odd Friday Lunches – Sep 13: Matt Rendell
September 11, 2019 by 5 Comments
Former Fitzroy ruckman and skipper Matt Rendell will be the special guest at the Footy Almanac/Odd Friday Lunch on Sep 13 at the North Fitzroy Arms Hotel. All welcome.
The Footy Almanac/Odd Friday Lunch – Aug 9: With special guest Bryce McGain
August 5, 2019 by 2 Comments
Another cracking Footy Almanac/The Odd Friday Lunch coming up with special guest, former Australian Test cricketer, Bryce McGain, on Friday 9th August at 1:05pm at the North Fitzroy Arms Hotel. Should be a beauty!
Help needed!: New pubs for Mickey to explore
July 2, 2019 by 19 Comments
Mickey Randall is Melbourne next week and would like to visit some inner-city hotels that fit his criteria. Can you help him out with some recommendations?
The Odd Friday Lunch – Ricky Nixon: Friday 5th April, North Fitzroy Arms Hotel
April 1, 2019 by Leave a Comment
This Odd Friday Lunch features guest speaker Ricky Nixon on Friday 5 April at the North Fitzroy Arms Hotel. Ricky will discuss his career as an AFL footballer, sports management guru, and the controversies surrounding his various careers.
The Odd Friday Lunch – John Sharrock: The boy from Tooleybuc!
March 29, 2019 by Leave a Comment
The boy from Tooleybuc, Geelong premiership player, John Sharrock is guest speaker at the next Odd Friday Lunch on the 29th March at Perc’s pub, The North Fitzroy Arms.
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