By NOEL MURPHY
MAKING new friends of the opposite gender can be difficult for anyone uncomfortable with late-night clubs or expensive online dating sites.
But a group of event management students have come up with Wingmen, a Geelong gathering to bring together singles in an entertaining environment.
Organiser ‘Dinky’ said the event, at Deakin University’s Waterfront Kitchen, was all about “friends supporting friends with the hope of meeting someone to eat with, dance with and laugh with”.
“The idea of Wingmen came because people who are single don’t like going to single events all on their own, so with this they bring their mates to support them in finding someone.”
Singer-presenter Angie Hilton will MC the 4 July event, with DJ Ali and singer Jason Coghill providing music.
“It started as a singles night but it become open to all,” Dinky explained.
“Angie’s going to host a few games, Spicks and Specks kind of things, quizzes on music and general knowledge and motivate people to get up and dance.
“We have a tarot reader coming, too. It’s all a chance to get dressed up, wear some nice clothes, hear some bands and music and just have a fun night out while getting to meet some new people.”
Dinky said doors would open 7.30pm for an 8 star, with entry costing $40.
