Darby Connections

4.8•476 ratings

Commerce Township, MI, US

About us

We are all about making good friends and we are GREAT at it! About half of our members are single. Euchre is the main activity where you get to know people. This is not a group for competitive people. We do many other activities including pickleball, golf, kayaking, house parties, bar nights, travel, concerts, and more.

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Pickleball (NORTHVILLE)
Sat, May 23 · 12:00 PM EDT
Northville Pickleball Club, 40100 Six Mile Rd, Northville, MI, US
See http://DarbyConnections.com for official Guest List and to sign up. We just use Meetup.com for advertising. Only $10.00, due at sign up.

Heading to the courts alone for a game can feel a bit daunting to many. It's common to see the same groups sticking together, or find yourself either outmatched or barely challenged. And let's not forget the endless waiting for your turn to play. But don't worry, we've got the perfect solution for these hiccups!

Our format is TIMED games! We change teams every 12 minutes. No score limit. Everyone will play at least two games per hour. Our computer program will be used to assign teams based on skill levels and personalities. The program tries to put players of similar skill level together while also trying to have different players each game. There will be times where you mix with different skill levels but that is minimized. When you sign up, indicate your approximate level. Please be honest with your estimate of Pickleball Level! If you are off, we will change it. Here is a basic guide:

Level 1 (Gym Class)
You recently learned the game and have very little control.
Level 2 (Club Team)
You can play the game but you primarily “Play for Fun”. You are not quick and your shots need a lot of work. You rarely play at the Kitchen Line.
Level 3 (Junior Varsity)
You have some good shots and are quick to get to the Kitchen Line. You can return hard shots. You still lack control. You want to get better and play at a higher level.
Level 4 (Varsity)
You are Good! You like competitive games. You are one of the best players in the 10:30 session at the LAD on Saturdays but struggle in the 8:00 session. It frustrates you to play with new players.
Level 5 (College Level)
You can play and Win on any team.
We have room for NEW PLAYERS. People that have never played need to take the Introduction to Pickleball Class that is usually offered before or during one of our sessions.
2 attendees
Casual Euchre (Keego Harbor)
Mon, May 25 · 6:00 PM EDT
B1 Tavern, 1967 Cass Lake Road,, Keego Harbor, MI, US
See DarbyConnections.com for Official Guest List and to Sign Up. We just use Meetup.com for advertising.
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Support the Restaurant: Enjoy dinner at Euchre and earn an extra 10 points! If you can, kindly support Darby Connections with a donation here.

Entry & Prizes: No entry fee required. Weekly highest scorers get a prize and there's a grand prize for the monthly champion.

Flexible Timing: Arrive any time you prefer. Most guests come early for dinner in peace, while others join later. Leave at your own convenience.

New to Euchre? No problem! Watch these "How to Play Euchre" videos. Install the Trickster Cards app on your phone and set up an account (see our signup instructions here). It's great for practice and for instances when we have an uneven number of players.

How to Participate:
1. Create an account on DarbyConnections.com by Texting "Settings" to 248-975-7512 or Calling it.
2. Go to the Events and adjust your RSVP.
3. Invite your Friends!
4. Show up! No need for weekly commitments or playing all evening. Typically, we play 6-8 games each night.
Game Rules & Format:
- Our Euchre Rules: See Darby Connections House Euchre Rules
- Scoring: Everyone deals twice each game. Can have more then 10 points. Four points for Euchres and Reneges on Loners. Your weekly score is the sum of your top five games. Monthly score is based on your top ten games.
- Winning: Daily high-scorers win a prize. Tie-breakers favor the player with the highest hand. Must be present to win.
- Gameplay: Change partners after each game. Each player deals twice. Screw the Dealer. No game starts post 8:30 pm.
- Additional Rules:
- No table talk regarding the current hand. Talk your heads off about everything else. THIS IS A SOCIAL EVENT! Keep games brisk.
- Don't be a jerk!
- Have fun!
Important Notes:
- Register to help us manage seating and scoring.
- Logged-in users can view scores on the event page.
- We communicate via text for seat assignments and score updates.
We look forward to seeing you and hope you have a great time!
1 attendee
Casual Euchre (ROCHESTER HILLS)
Tue, May 26 · 6:00 PM EDT
Johnny Blacks Public House, 1711 East Auburn Road, Rochester Hills, MI, US
See DarbyConnections.com for Official Guest List and to Sign Up. We just use Meetup.com for advertising.
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Support the Restaurant: Enjoy dinner at Euchre and earn an extra 10 points! If you can, kindly support Darby Connections with a donation here.

Entry & Prizes: No entry fee required. Weekly highest scorers get a prize and there's a grand prize for the monthly champion.

Flexible Timing: Arrive any time you prefer. Most guests come early for dinner in peace, while others join later. Leave at your own convenience.

New to Euchre? No problem! Watch these "How to Play Euchre" videos. Install the Trickster Cards app on your phone and set up an account (see our signup instructions here). It's great for practice and for instances when we have an uneven number of players.

How to Participate:
1. Create an account on DarbyConnections.com by Texting "Settings" to 248-975-7512 or Calling it.
2. Go to the Events and adjust your RSVP.
3. Invite your Friends!
4. Show up! No need for weekly commitments or playing all evening. Typically, we play 6-8 games each night.
Game Rules & Format:
- Our Euchre Rules: See Darby Connections House Euchre Rules
- Scoring: Everyone deals twice each game. Can have more then 10 points. Four points for Euchres and Reneges on Loners. Your weekly score is the sum of your top five games. Monthly score is based on your top ten games.
- Winning: Daily high-scorers win a prize. Tie-breakers favor the player with the highest hand. Must be present to win.
- Gameplay: Change partners after each game. Each player deals twice. Screw the Dealer. No game starts post 8:30 pm.
- Additional Rules:
- No table talk regarding the current hand. Talk your heads off about everything else. THIS IS A SOCIAL EVENT! Keep games brisk.
- Don't be a jerk!
- Have fun!
Important Notes:
- Register to help us manage seating and scoring.
- Logged-in users can view scores on the event page.
- We communicate via text for seat assignments and score updates.
We look forward to seeing you and hope you have a great time!
2 attendees
Casual Euchre (Lake Orion)
Wed, May 27 · 6:00 PM EDT
Irish Tavern, 51 N. Broadway, Lake Orion, MI, US
See DarbyConnections.com for Official Guest List and to Sign Up. We just use Meetup.com for advertising.
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Support the Restaurant: Enjoy dinner at Euchre and earn an extra 10 points! If you can, kindly support Darby Connections with a donation here.

Entry & Prizes: No entry fee required. Weekly highest scorers get a prize and there's a grand prize for the monthly champion.

Flexible Timing: Arrive any time you prefer. Most guests come early for dinner in peace, while others join later. Leave at your own convenience.

New to Euchre? No problem! Watch these "How to Play Euchre" videos. Install the Trickster Cards app on your phone and set up an account (see our signup instructions here). It's great for practice and for instances when we have an uneven number of players.

How to Participate:
1. Create an account on DarbyConnections.com by Texting "Events" to 248-975-7512 or Calling it.
2. Go to the Events and adjust your RSVP.
3. Invite your Friends!
4. Show up! No need for weekly commitments or playing all evening. Typically, we play 6-8 games each night.
Game Rules & Format:
- Our Euchre Rules: See Darby Connections House Euchre Rules
- Scoring: Everyone deals twice each game. Can have more then 10 points. Four points for Euchres and Reneges on Loners. Your weekly score is the sum of your top five games. Monthly score is based on your top ten games.
- Winning: Daily high-scorers win a prize. Tie-breakers favor the player with the highest hand. Must be present to win.
- Gameplay: Change partners after each game. Each player deals twice. Screw the Dealer. No game starts post 8:30 pm.
- Additional Rules:
- No table talk regarding the current hand. Talk your heads off about everything else. THIS IS A SOCIAL EVENT! Keep games brisk.
- Don't be a jerk!
- Have fun!
Important Notes:
- Register to help us manage seating and scoring.
- Logged-in users can view scores on the event page.
- We communicate via text for seat assignments and score updates.
We look forward to seeing you and hope you have a great time!
1 attendee