Settlers of Catan

Come meet some board game designers, play some unreleased games, and maybe even make some new friends! **Come up to 305 (3rd floor, turn RIGHT once you get out of elevators)! If locked out, CALL ‪**(718) 819-7754 **(do not text)** **If you just want to play some games**...RSVP and show up! Attendance will be taken so if you RSVP, please try to attend. Repeat no-shows will be waitlisted for future events. **If you do still want to playtest YOUR game**...RSVP, FILL out this form prior to the event ([LINK HERE](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AZWPwXRjJirmulM84KtRP1adLfglhovBc7zG7GIpemI/edit?usp=sharing)), and pay a $10 fee [HERE](https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/board-game-playtesting) (helps cover GUMBO expenses such as electricity, cleanup, etc.). Your spot is not confirmed until payment is made. If the spots are full, you are welcome to come as playtester but we not be able to playtest your game. ***GUMBO Patreon Members ([here](https://www.patreon.com/gumbonyc)) have priority access and can playtest their games for free!*** **If you would like to stay updated about future NYC playtesting events, we created a new discord channel:** [https://discord.gg/8xArPjKpqk](https://discord.gg/8xArPjKpqk)

### **NYC Breathe and Reset** ### **A Free Intro to SKY Breath Meditation with the Art of Living Foundation** New York energizes us — and exhausts us. We’re always on, and our nervous system pays the price. NYC Breathe and Reset offers a gentle pause — an opportunity to step out of the rush and discover how something as simple as your own breath can reset your mind and recharge your energy. This free, live, in-person session is your introduction to the Art of Living Part 1 Course and the world-renowned Sudarshan Kriya™ (SKY) — a powerful breathing practice created by humanitarian and meditation pioneer Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. In just 60 minutes, you’ll: * Learn a simple, soothing breathing technique to quiet the mind * Experience a guided meditation that leaves you clear, light, and recharged * Discover how SKY Breath Meditation supports deeper sleep, reduces anxiety, and sharpens focus * Connect with a warm community of New Yorkers taking a mindful break from the rush Seats are limited, so claim yours and feel the difference one hour can make. Your breath can change everything. Come find out how.

News Flash -- New videos are up 0n the YOUTUBE channel. [https://youtu.be/WMC-NSg_Sr0?si=tO9S0DLIxqjbpuwB](https://youtu.be/WMC-NSg_Sr0?si=tO9S0DLIxqjbpuwB&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExWUhwbWY2R1JBZkx1c1kwTAEe0ZjENYiGn9EvJvCbVd-FsbuKPvRO4UybAPOzBLxank9Y6lUwKq6yMiNedjQ_aem_sxu_sS-O8HR7ivVLdCYHKA) All ages...ALL skills welcome. All club members/players get 25% of food purchases !!! Come play some chess, make friends, eat, and have a great time playing 'The Game Of Kings'. They also have an outside area, where members can play in, once the weather gets warmer. Remember, the chess is free, the venue isn't. So please patronize the host. How can you not...at 25% off !!! The discount is applied to those sitting and playing a game. This will prevent people walking in, saying they're a member, and walking out after making a purchase. Bruno's is playing this by ear. Also, understand, Bruno's is the our ONLY venue offering our members this deal. Let me see, the penne a la vodka with two meatballs is DELICIOUS. That's my go to. The sandwiches are huge. Also delicious. Nice variety of baked deserts. Hard to not stuff my face every time I go. I've gotten a lot of the members onto the pasta. They all acknowledge it's very very good. We have sets, but if you can bring your own...its never bad to have extras. We're currently over 500 adult members. It's close to 600 adult members if we include our members in the 'Boardgame Division'. No idea how many kids. Join the group on Facebook, under the same name. Answer the membership questions, and agree to the group rules, so you won't be surprised when you're declined...because you DIDN'T answer the membership questions and agree to the group rules. Looking forward to meeting all the new members and players from that part of town. Friday nights we're at Joe's Pizza. for a chess event. We added 'OJ Macs', but they're on hold until spring now, as it's gotten too cold and we used to play in their spacious back area. Mom and Pop Shop Collectibles have been added to the schedule on Saturdays from 6pm to 10pm. That's a 'Combo all games Event'. On nice days we have Sunday Outdoor Chess at Morris Park on 47th and Broadway. As of October 21 we won't be ending it, because its too cold. We'll pick up again next Spring. We also have Combo Nights at 'The Vic'. Those are on Monday nights. They purchased their own sets for customers to use whenever they want. Combo nights is boardgames & chess being played. Bring whatever boardgame you want, and go at it. We usually have Scrabble, Uno, Skip Bo, Dominoes, Life ...just to name a few. So, don't miss out on a good time...and some good food and drink.

### NYC Breathe and Reset ### A Free Intro to SKY Breath Meditation with the Art of Living Foundation New York energizes us — and exhausts us. We’re always on, and our nervous system pays the price. NYC Breathe and Reset offers a gentle pause — an opportunity to step out of the rush and discover how something as simple as your own breath can reset your mind and recharge your energy. This free, live, in-person session is your introduction to the Art of Living Part 1 Course and the world-renowned Sudarshan Kriya™ (SKY) — a powerful breathing practice created by humanitarian and meditation pioneer Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. In just 60 minutes, you’ll: * Learn a simple, soothing breathing technique to quiet the mind * Experience a guided meditation that leaves you clear, light, and recharged * Discover how SKY Breath Meditation supports deeper sleep, reduces anxiety, and sharpens focus * Connect with a warm community of New Yorkers taking a mindful break from the rush Seats are limited, so claim yours and feel the difference one hour can make. Your breath can change everything. Come find out how.

Join us to throw stones in the upstairs seating area at Jersey City Whole Foods on Wednesdays. The location is just 5 minutes walk from the Exchange Place PATH stop or 10 minutes from the Grove Street stop. As boards are limited, please bring a board if possible.

1. 💬 **JOIN OUR DISCORD COMMUNITY** Meet new friends, chat about games, and **set up your own game nights anytime**: 👉 [https://discord.gg/QBUTHwPz](https://discord.gg/QBUTHwPz) 2. 🎲 Join us weekly on Wednesday for a FREE board game extravaganza at Manny's Sweet Treats in Mineola! 🍭 3. 📍 Manny's Sweet Treats - 156 Jericho Tpke, Mineola, NY 11501 4. 👫 Meet new friends of all ages, skill levels and enjoy board games! 🤝 5. 🎮 Play classics like Monopoly & Scrabble or strategize with Settlers of Catan & Ticket to Ride or bring your own games. 6. We will teach you how to play. 7. 🎉 Fun, games, and socializing guaranteed! 🤩 #BoardGameNight 8. To dive into our awesome board game collection, simply with us any form of ID, and the fun's all yours! 😄🎉 9. Get ready, members! 🎉 Enjoy a cool 10% discount on event day at Manny's Sweet Treats. 🍭😄 10. Ready to play? 🎮 Check out our list of [board games](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ah2stuwat5uIL8fVQyi4UPPgxoTXglJ0/view) and learn how to play games with these fun [tutorials!](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJpIxT9xr3s7tpt-SIWMQ-6WhVMv565_l) 📚😄

Reserve it in your calendar!.. be there or be ⏹️ 🤓 3rd Wednesday Gaming @ Clifton IHOP! 🥞 * IHOP @ * 680 NJ-3, Clifton, NJ 07012 ... & maybe post IHOP social deduction @ * Shannon Rose.?.! 😉 * 98 Kingsland Rd, Clifton, NJ 07014 * post IHOP to ??? More details to follow...

### ☀️ **Catan Board Game Tournament** **Date:** Feb 7, 2026 **Time:** 1:00 PM \~ 9:00 PM **Location:** Next Move Cafe, 6 Bay 23rd Street, Brooklyn, NY 11214 **Registration link:** https://www.nextmovecafe.com/tournaments Think you’ve got what it takes to be the ultimate strategist? Join us for the **Catan Board Game Tournament**, where 16 players will compete in an intense, single elimination until only 4 remain for the final showdown! 💰 **Prizes:** 🥇 1st Place — **$100 cash + 3D Catan Board Game ($300 value) + medal** 🥈 2nd Place — **$75 cash** 🥉 3rd Place — **$45 cash** 🎟️ **Entry Fee:** $35 — includes a **complimentary drink** with registration. Whether you’re playing to win or just to enjoy the competition, this is your chance to prove your mastery and connect with fellow board game enthusiasts. Spots are limited — secure your seat before they’re gone!

Please (required): (1) RSVP BY 1:00 PM ON DAY OF MEETUP. This is a hard deadline. Please do not decide after 1:00 pm to comment (or not) and show up. (2) No guests. Please have your companion join the group and rsvp. (3) Each person buys food and beverage at the establishment. **(4) Please note that no new members will be approved on the same day of an event. New members may be approved once the event has concluded, and are welcome to sign up for the following event.** Please (suggested): Bring a game that you want to play and can teach others. Any issue or request, please privately message the organizer or event host. Thank you! Hope to see you!

Setting up weekly afternoons of games at the Crowne Plaza (50 Kenny Pl.) in Saddle Brook at 2.30pm. Everyone is welcome whether you’re a casual player, an avid player or simply want to start learning something new. We teach, we learn, we play. Typical games played (but not limited to): Hues and Cues, Wingspan, 7 Wonders, Camel Up, Dixit, Splendor, Catan. * **Date:** Every Sunday * **Time:** 2:30 to 6:30pm * **Location:** Crowne Plaza (50 Kenny Pl.) in Saddle Brook; there’s parking on all sides of the building. Where we play in the hotel pends on the space given to us by the hotel event staff. We, usually, play on the 12th floor of the hotel at their Sky Restaurant & Bar **BUT** sometimes we are on the 2nd floor. When in doubt, **stay in the lobby** and wait for the event host to comment where exactly we are playing. * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by each Sunday afternoon (and/or have it updated since it helps us with the tables and picking the right games). Please have it updated if it needs to change. * **FAQs/Link:** [http://bit.ly/FnG-SunEvtDetails-v20210512](http://bit.ly/FnG-SunEvtDetails-v20210512) (a bit out of date, crazy @ work, will update asap) We like to start the first game by 2.45 and depending on the group size we’ll have multiple games. The event hosts will bring games but you are welcomed to bring your favorite board games too! Looking forward to meeting everyone!

133-42 39th Avenue, Flushing, NY 11354, United States of America https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-place/en-US/nyczf-hyatt-place-flushing-laguardia-airport RSVP'ing early will make it easier for everyone to coordinate game starts as many of the games we play can be quite lengthy. Indicating an accurate arrival time in the comments will also help everyone else plan. If there is any particular game you are interested in, please bring it up in the comments so that someone can prepare to bring and/or teach it. To find us, enter the lobby, and head straight back to the tables in the rear. Look for games. We kindly ask everyone buy a drink or a food item to keep management happy with our presence.

**THE SIMPLE STUFF** * **Be kind.** * **Most games are planned in advance on our [Discord](https://discord.gg/rYNfkpdJNE).** * **Be on time.** People cluster up pretty quickly and you can be without a gaming partner. * **Cancel if you're not coming by 2PM that day.** We have limited seats. * **Cost is $10 at the door.** This is a special Meetup rate. * **FIRST TIMERS** **may be removed from the event** if they fail to respond to a request to confirm attendance. **THE DETAILS** Join us for a weekly Sunday night board game night at [Hex & Co](http://hexnyc.com/) in Morningside Heights. Tell the cashier that you're with “the Meetup” and they'll direct you to our tables in the back. Food and drink are available, and Hex has a large lending library you can choose from. Most games are planned in advance on our [Discord](https://discord.gg/rYNfkpdJNE). Pickup games happen all the time, but are less complex than our standard fare. All levels of game complexity are welcome, but we lean toward middle-to-heavy euros. Don't worry, teaching is a big part of our culture. **NEW TO THE MEETUP?** Thanks for coming! We hope you enjoy yourself. We are a social, friendly group that meets to play games. Language and behavior that is racist, sexist, ableist, ageist, and so on, is not tolerated. Bullying and bad-mouthing the other guests are also not tolerated. We're not here to debate politics, and we are not a dating service. Obviously gaming can sometimes include trash talking. Just … know if your opponents are up for that! And look, we all make mistakes -- if you’ve offended someone, an apology can go a long way. **QUESTIONS** **I’m relatively new to board gaming! Is this group for me?** Hi! Welcome to board gaming! Yes, it is. To make sure you have a great experience, please show up on time, before games get decided, and introduce yourself, telling people you’re new to gaming and what games you know and like. We were all new to gaming once, too. While most games we play are medium-to-heavy weight games, light games appear every week, so there's probably something for you. If you’re willing to stretch a bit and learn a more complex game, that’s great, as someone will almost always know how to teach it. To find out if players are willing to teach a game they’re about to start, just ask. Some experience with games like Azul, Catan, Splendor, Century Spice Road, 7 Wonders, Sagrada, etc., is helpful, but not essential. **What if I am on the waiting list?** It is rare that people on the waiting don't get seats, but it can happen. So you could just take a chance and show up. If you do show up, 1) ask employees up front if you can wait to pay (they're typically cool about that, but no promises here /shrug) and 2) come check in with us in the back. Seats for confirmed guests are held until 5:15, after which they're considered a no-show. (Unless they contact us first, or had something like an awful train ride.) Then seats are first-come first served. **Will someone teach me games if I don’t know them?** Often, yes - you just have to ask. But planning ahead can be helpful too, because that’ll give you a chance to read the rules before you come. **What do you mean by mid- and heavy-weight board games?** Some examples: Hansa Teutonica, Concordia, Keyflower, Great Western Trail, Clank!, Root, Small World, Scythe, Dinosaur Island, Terraforming Mars, Trickerion: Legends of Illusion, Kemet, Arcs, Underwater Cities, Food Chain Magnate, Indonesia, A Feast for Odin, Archipelago, Detective: City of Angels, and Tzolk'in. **Can we play *X*?** Sure! Suggest it. Make sure someone has a playable copy (you or the store), either you or someone else knows and can teach the game, and others agree to play. Games that take an exceedingly long time (4+ hours) probably won’t get picked up.

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT -** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/little-island-date-walk-tickets-1980213673403](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/little-island-date-walk-tickets-1980213673403) (First 5 women can save $5 by using discount code - 5. *Our events are co-organized by multiple groups so don't pay attention to the RSVPs. Our events are consistently well attended. Must prepay to attend.)* Meet, mix and mingle with other singles for a "Date Walk" at one of New York City’s hottest attractions – Little Island! Located at Pier 55 on Manhattan’s Hudson River Park, Little Island is a floating park full of greenery, open spaces, viewpoints, and more. Our "Sunset Singles Strolls" are an extremely popular way to meet others in a safe, outdoor setting. Enjoy a fun way to meet others while getting fresh air and exercise. This event very casual and non-awkward + our host will help to make introductions. During the walk, you will randomly be paired with other singles in the beginning then rotate at designated times so that you get to meet everyone participating. We'll make several stops along the park so that people can take pictures and admire the beautiful views. We'll circle the island a couple of times and then afterwards, we'll continue the walk along the Hudson River. Once the walk is over, you're welcome to hang out and exchange contact info with others. Experience all the components of the "island", nestled among flowers, trees and shrubs, along with dazzling views of other portions of Hudson River Park, New York City and the Hudson River. The landscape is diverse, with green lawns, small slopes, and winding walkways. FAQs: **Where to meet?** Exact meeting location with host contact info will be sent to all paid attendees day of the event. **How many will attend?** We are limiting the # of attendees so that everyone has enough time to meet and spend time with everyone. **What if rains?** We will email attendees a new date. **Can I come alone?** Yes, about 90% come on their own. **Ages?** 20s-40s. We usually get a good mix and balance genders as much as possible. **How much?** $19-$25 depending upon when you get ticket and spots left. For more fun events follow: [https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283](https://www.meetup.com/NYC-Social/events/284320740/)

Follow us on Instagram: [@bklynboardgames](https://www.instagram.com/bklynboardgames/) Join us for board gaming at the Brooklyn Society for Ethical Culture at **269 4th Ave Brooklyn, NY!** * Donation of $12 (or whatever you can give) * You can enter regardless of registration status (as long as we are under space capacity, 74 people) We provide tons of games, soft drinks, seltzers, water, and beers, but please feel free to bring any drinks and food you like! You'll see silly, social party games, European economic simulators, social deduction experiences, and everything in-between. We love teaching the games and sharing all the great stuff that's going on in modern game design, so even if you're not familiar (yet!) with what games can do lately, you'll come away having learned something new. Your suggested donation of $12 (Venmo or cash) includes hours of gaming and all the beverages you care to drink, and it directly benefits the [Brooklyn Society for Ethical Culture](https://bsec.org/). 269 4th Ave (between Garfield Pl and 1st St) Brooklyn, NY Closest subway stations: * Union St. (D, N, R, W) (2-minute walk) * 4 Av-9 St (F, G) (11-minute walk) * Grand Army Plaza (2, 3, 4) (12-minute walk)

**\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*PLEASE NOTE\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** *** ***\*\* In order to support Cobblestones for letting us use their space, there is a $15 minimum food/drink order per person.\*\**** We're a friendly group of gamers that play everything from Carcassonne & Ticket to Ride to Wingspan & heavier Eurogames! If you don't recognize the games, don't worry, everyone is happy to teach new players the rules. And feel free to bring your own board games if you wish. Between all of us, there's usually a large selection of games to choose from. In order to support our awesome, not-too-loud, well-lit venue, each person must purchase something to eat or a few drinks. ***\*\*\*Again, there is a $15 minimum per person.****\*\*\** *** We always welcome new people & we're all here to have fun, but we do have a few ground rules that we ask everyone to be aware of: * Treat everyone in the group with respect & do not discriminate. Some of us "trash talk" when we play, but it's all in good fun & in the spirit of gaming. * This is a restaurant/bar so accidents are bound to happen. However, if you're responsible for ruining someone else's game by spilling a beverage or food on it, the right thing to do is to offer to purchase a new copy for them. Some of the games we bring are out of print so please treat every board game with respect. * If a game is accidentally ruined by a staff member, everyone at the table should pitch in to buy a new one for the owner. More often than not, this comes to about $10/person or less, so in our opinion it isn't too much to ask for. *** Thanks everyone & see you on Tuesday night!

**🎲 Welcome to Jersey City Board Game Night!** Every **Tuesday from 6–10 PM**, step into a warm, social space where people come to laugh, connect, and play from our **huge collection of board games** — from nostalgic classics to fresh new releases. Whether you’re coming solo or with friends, we’ll make sure you feel right at home. Grab a table, meet great people, and play as long as you’d like. **💵 Simple Pricing:** * **$5** if you RSVP at least a week early * **$10** online closer to the event * **$15** at the door * Or get a **Monthly Membership** for just **$15** and come every week! **🍿 What’s Included:** * Unlimited **bottled water + fresh popcorn** * **Full menu** of hot food and soft drinks * **BYOB friendly!** (Outside food and drink not allowed) We’ve got all kinds of games — party favorites, strategy hits, co-ops, and chill games for unwinding after work. The only thing missing is you! 🎯 **Reserve your spot now:** [playhoboken.com/gamenight](https://playhoboken.com/gamenight/) Come through the door, grab some popcorn, and let’s play. Your Tuesday nights just got a lot more fun!

Weekly gathering for open play tabletop games Tuesday nights at The Oakley in Nutley. Open to all! Individual bar and menu tabs.

WEBSITE (http://www.victorypints.com/) TWITTER (https://twitter.com/victory_pints) FACEBOOK (https://www.facebook.com/victorypints) Every Monday we bring some serious board game madness to Wild East Brewing from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. They like board games; we like board games... it's a match made in heaven! WHAT TYPE OF GAMES ARE PLAYED? All types. Real short bluffing games decorated with skulls and flowers. Cooperative games fighting horrible diseases. Classic euro games where you haggle over sheep and wheat. Whether you want to fight unspeakable horrors in Arkham or build railroads across America or rebuild your farm after the black plague (more fun than it sounds) you can probably find a game you would like. Some games you might see are 7 Wonders, Settlers of Catan, Pandemic, Dominion, Dixit, Puerto Rico, Eldritch Horror, Ticket to Ride, Carcasonne among many others. You're also welcome to bring any game you want to play! I DON'T KNOW THESE GAMES? IS IT COOL IF I COME? We're very friendly and if you have no idea what the hell we're talking about just trust us when we say it's ton of fun. We'll have tons of games and we're very happy to show you the rules. Hang out, haves some drinks, and learn a new game. Questions? Comments? Contact us at info@victorypints.com

\*\* In order to support Cobblestones for letting us use their space, there is a $15 minimum food/drink order per person.\*\* The monthly weekend meetup at Cobblestones is back! This is where we tend to stay longer & play more games than our weekly get-together. The next one will be on Saturday February 28, 2026. Join us for our awesome Weekend Boardgaming Meetup at Cobblestone's pub! We start around noon & usually stay until the early evening. We're a friendly group of gamers that play everything from Codenames & Ticket to Ride to Blood Rage & Agricola! Everyone is welcome - all ages (must be over 21) but must be young at heart! If you don't recognize the games, don't worry, everyone is happy to teach new players the rules. And feel free to bring your own board games if you wish. Between all of us, there's usually a large selection of games to choose from. If you're looking for a chill, fun way to spend a Saturday afternoon - come join us! In order to support our awesome, not-too-loud venue, each person must purchase something to eat or a few drinks. **Again, there is a $15 minimum per person.** *** We always welcome new people & we're all here to have fun, but we do have a few ground rules that we ask everyone to be aware of: * Treat everyone in the group with respect & do not discriminate. Some of us "trash talk" when we play, but it's all in good fun & in the spirit of gaming. * This is a restaurant/bar so accidents are bound to happen. However, if you're responsible for ruining someone else's game by spilling a beverage or food on it, the right thing to do is to offer to purchase a new copy for them. Some of the games we bring are out of print so please treat every board game with respect. * If a game is accidentally ruined by a staff member, everyone at the table should pitch in to buy a new one for the owner. More often than not, this comes to about $10/person or less, so in our opinion it isn't too much to ask for. We look forward to seeing you there!

**\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*PLEASE NOTE\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*** ***\*\* In order to support Cobblestones for letting us use their space, there is a $15 minimum food/drink order per person.\*\**** We're a friendly group of gamers that play everything from Carcassonne & Ticket to Ride to Wingspan & heavier Eurogames! If you don't recognize the games, don't worry, everyone is happy to teach new players the rules. And feel free to bring your own board games if you wish. Between all of us, there's usually a large selection of games to choose from. In order to support our awesome, not-too-loud, well-lit venue, each person must purchase something to eat or a few drinks. ***\*\*\*Again, there is a $15 minimum per person.****\*\*\*\*\** We always welcome new people & we're all here to have fun, but we do have a few ground rules that we ask everyone to be aware of: * Treat everyone in the group with respect & do not discriminate. Some of us "trash talk" when we play, but it's all in good fun & in the spirit of gaming. * This is a restaurant/bar so accidents are bound to happen. However, if you're responsible for ruining someone else's game by spilling a beverage or food on it, the right thing to do is to offer to purchase a new copy for them. Some of the games we bring are out of print so please treat every board game with respect. * If a game is accidentally ruined by a staff member, everyone at the table should pitch in to buy a new one for the owner. More often than not, this comes to about $10/person or less, so in our opinion it isn't too much to ask for. \*\*\* Thanks everyone & see you on Tuesday night!