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Rooftop Board Game Wednesdays

Rooftop Board Game Wednesdays

Thu, Aug 13, 12:00 AM
From West LA Tomat Rooftop Games, Trivia, & Music Meetup Group

Bring a friend or group, and join us at Tomat on our rooftop for board games every Wednesday evening from 5-8pm! We provide chess, checkers, scrabble, backgammon, and cards--though you're welcome to bring any of your favorites. Enjoy a sensational view of jets landing at LAX under our beautiful shade canopy. Our food has been featured on the Michelin Guide since opening, and our cocktail and wine lists have received awards from PUNCH and Wine Spectator, respectively. We offer seasonal beers from around LA, and a vast selection of Non-Alcoholic options.

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Game Night: Blood on the Clocktower

Game Night: Blood on the Clocktower

Sun, Aug 2, 1:00 AM
From Chinatown LA Community Events
4.8

Come hang out and play *Blood on the Clocktower*, a super fun social deduction game full of bluffing, guessing, and a little bit of chaos. **About Blood on the Clocktower** This is a social deduction game where \*everyone\* gets a secret role—some players are trying to solve the mystery, while others are secretly working against the group. You’ll be chatting, accusing, defending yourself, and trying to figure out who’s telling the truth (and who’s definitely not). Even if you get “killed,” you’re still in the game and part of the action -- you win or lose with your team at the end of the game. It’s easy to pick up, really engaging, and a great way to meet people or just have a memorable night. **Beginners and Veterans Welcome** Whether you've never played before, or are looking to play some more complex characters and scripts, we'd love to have you. Just show up ready to play and have fun. **Cost** Admission is $10, paid at the door, and includes pizza, drinks, and various other snacks. Studious Coworking graciously maintains and provides this event space and does a lot of the heavy lifting in creating third spaces and building community. Your admission fee helps them continue to provide space for community events like this. **Conduct** This is a respectful space for everyone. Please refrain from making unwelcome personal advances. Additionally, please remember that while bluffing and lying is a core part of Blood on the Clocktower, emotional abuse or coercion is not. Any behavior that makes others uncomfortable will not be tolerated and will result in getting banned from future events. **Parking** Meters on Broadway & Hill are $1.50/hr, for 2 hrs max. Meters stop at 8pm. $5 All Day Parking is available at: Mandarin Plaza \| 978 N Broadway Bamboo Plaza \| 420 Bernard St Free Parking is available at: Broadway in front of Casa Italiana/Cathedral High School (5 min walk to Studious). Studious is also across the street from the Metro A Line – Chinatown Station.

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Werewolf Tournament / New Card Testing Night

Werewolf Tournament / New Card Testing Night

Mon, Aug 3, 12:00 AM
From Los Angeles Werewolf Meetup Group
4.9

**Werewolf Tournament / New Card Testing Night** This will be a **small Werewolf session** designed for players who already know the game and want to jump straight into deeper strategy and experimental roles and a more challenging advanced/challenging event. We’ll be running **five structured games with 16-20 people**, each capped at **45 minutes**, using **new cards and role combinations** that we usually can’t try during our larger regular events. This is a chance to test more complex setups, unusual win conditions, and advanced strategies in a focused group of experienced players. **Tournament Format** • **5 total games** • **45 minutes per game (game timer instead of round timer)** • Roles and setups change between rounds • Players stay in the same pool for the full tournament **Scoring System** Points accumulate across all games. At the end of the last game, the player with the **most total points wins the tournament**. **2nd and 3rd place prizes as well.** **Prizes** The winner will receive **special prizes**, which may include: • Copies of Werewolf / social deduction games • Power items that can help for future Werewolf nights (i.e. infinite tower of defense) • Other fun additional surprise prizes **Requirements** Because we’ll be jumping straight into complex roles and faster gameplay: • This event is **limited to a small group** • Players should already understand the core rules and flow of the game If you enjoy pushing the game further and want to experiment with new roles and strategies, this is the night for it. Werewolf setups: 45 minute game timer, I will keep all night phases moving, days only end with a kill Village team - 1 point Werewolf team - 1 point Independent team (vampires etc)- 2 points Independent solo win (lone wolf etc)- 3 points 5 rounds - whoever has most wins is 1st place in the tournament, 2nd and 3rd win prizes as well In the result of a tie in any of the top 3 places we play one final small tie breaker

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Hong Kong Style Mahjong Night at Wushiland Boba

Hong Kong Style Mahjong Night at Wushiland Boba

Fri, Jul 31, 1:00 AM
From SoCal 20s, 30s and 40s Social Club
4.8

**🀄 Hong Kong Style Mahjong Night at Wushiland Boba** **📅 Date:** Thursday, July 30 2026 **⏰ Time:** 6:00 PM–10:00 PM **📍 Location:** Wushiland Boba – San Gabriel **🏠 Address:** 140 W Valley Boulevard #104, San Gabriel, CA 91776 **🎲 Game Format:** Hong Kong Style Mahjong **💵 Cost:** * $5.00 per person (on or before 7/24/2026) * $10.00 per person thereafter **👥 Birth Years:** 1983–1999 **🌱 Skill Level:** Beginner to Intermediate Come join us for a friendly and relaxed **Hong Kong Style Mahjong Night** at **Wushiland Boba in San Gabriel**. **Beginners are absolutely welcome, and teaching will be provided.** Whether you already know how to play, have only played a few times, or are completely new to Hong Kong Style Mahjong, you are welcome to join. I’ll be happy to teach new players and help anyone who wants a refresher. This meetup is intended for attendees born between **1983 and 1999**. The goal is to keep the group within a similar general life-stage range while still making the evening feel warm, respectful, and welcoming. The event is best suited for **beginner to intermediate players**, with a focus on learning, playing, and enjoying a fun weekday evening together. No pressure, no intense competition, and no need to worry about being new. Please arrive a little before **7:30 PM** so we can organize tables and start on time. The event will run until **10:00 PM**. *** **📌 Important Notes** * 🕖 Please arrive before 7:30 PM so we can start smoothly. * 🀄 Beginners are absolutely welcome, and teaching will be provided. * 🌱 Skill level is beginner to intermediate. * 👥 This meetup is intended for attendees born between 1983 and 1999. * 🧋 Please support the venue by purchasing a drink or snack. * 🪑 Space may be limited depending on table availability. *** **🤝 Respectful Conduct & Good Sportsmanship** Everyone is expected to be **cordial, respectful, patient, and welcoming** toward others. Please keep the atmosphere friendly and comfortable for all attendees. Good sportsmanship is expected throughout the evening, especially since some players may be learning or still building confidence. Please be kind to beginners, avoid rude comments, and be patient when explaining rules or gameplay. This event is here for people to **have fun, learn, socialize, and enjoy Mahjong together** in a relaxed setting. Disruptive, disrespectful, aggressive, or inappropriate behavior will not be welcome. *** **📅 Cancellation Policy** If you can no longer attend, please cancel your RSVP **at least 24 hours before the event start time**. Since space may be limited depending on table availability, canceling in advance gives another person the chance to attend. *** **🚫 No Gambling / No Money Involved** **This is a strictly no-gambling event.** There will be **no gambling, no betting, no wagering, and no money involved in gameplay**. Mahjong will be played for fun, learning, and social enjoyment only. **Gambling is strictly forbidden at this event.** Come enjoy boba, learn Hong Kong Style Mahjong, and spend a friendly evening with good company.

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July 2026 - Playtest games at Geeky Teas!

July 2026 - Playtest games at Geeky Teas!

Sat, Jul 25, 6:00 PM
From First Play: L.A. Board Game Playtesters
4.9

**Players and game designers wanted for this open house style event! (NOTE: Due to an absolute deluge of events at Geeky Teas, there will be no FPLA June event at GT)** Please read the event schedule, and all members, new and old, should check out the Code of Conduct at the bottom of this text. **FEE:** $8 to play at Geeky Teas - payable at the event to Geeky Teas at front desk. Once paid, you're covered to play games ALL DAY. **DESIGNER SIGN UP**: If you have a game to test during session one or two we have a new sign up protocol: **Fill out the form here- [First Play Designer Signup](https://gorgeous-mule-37d.notion.site/1c9a3d4ed35b8034b34ced27ef3d1c40)** Please read the descriptions of each time to determine if your game is appropriate for a scheduled session. *Note: new members must come to First Play as a playtester at least once before having the opportunity to run a game. If this is your first time showing your game at FPLA, please introduce yourself to either Damon or Cassandra (one or both will be near the front of the room) before your session for a quick explainer on how to get your game to the table and what to expect from playtesting.* **SCHEDULE:** Game days have 3 segments. **You do not need to come for the whole day!** However, it is good etiquette if you are testing your own game to stay and test at least one other designer's game as well. 11:00am - 1:00 pm **OPEN PLAY TESTING** This is unstructured play time, ideal for short games (45min or less), 2 player games, and games that require a quieter environment. If you're a designer, grab an available table and let people know you are looking for players. If you're a player, just sit down at a game and play! **SESSION ONE** 1:15pm - 3:15pm **SESSION TWO** 3:30pm - 5:30pm Scheduled sessions are the core of First Play! This event we have three scheduled sessions, with about 4-6 games running during each time slot. Following moderator announcements, each designer running a game will have the opportunity to do an 'elevator pitch' to players. After which, players decide which game they want to play. Two hour sessions are ideal for games that are 60-90 minutes, and have been playtested multiple times before. After play, be sure to leave time to give and receive feedback. Oh, and sometimes we give away prizes! 5:30-6:30pm **DINNER BREAK** 6:30-10pm **THE SKUNKWORKS** This is unstructured time to test your wildest ideas. Bring the game that may break in 5 minutes, the one that requires 10 people, or the one that may involve crawling on the ground. Bring objects that *could* be games, half baked ideas, and untested print and plays. Take risks, be silly, and most importantly, have fun! **SPECIAL NOTES**: No outside food is permitted but there are snacks/drinks sold at Geeky Teas. Also, FYI - There are cats at the store, roaming but keep to themselves. Please read these guides, especially if you are new to design or playtesting- **[How to do better playtesting!](https://gorgeous-mule-37d.notion.site/How-to-do-better-playtesting-1c9a3d4ed35b807b9f6ff643b5635885)** **[How to explain rules for your confusing game prototype!](https://gorgeous-mule-37d.notion.site/How-to-explain-rules-for-your-confusing-game-prototype-1d3a3d4ed35b80c683e7e4f6953e8545)** **Code of Conduct Rules** 1. Be kind. 2. Seriously, be even more kind than you think you need to be. 3. Read the guidelines for giving and receiving feedback. 4. Respect the rules of our venues (Geeky Teas, Paper Heroes, Odyssey, etc). We will continue to be welcome as long as we continue to be good guests. 5. New members must come to First Play as a playtester at least once before having the opportunity to run a game. 6. If you have RSVP'd to run a game, show up for your time slot. If you do not show up for your time slot, you will get a strike against you. Two strikes and moderators will discuss next steps with you about if you will be allowed to continue running games. 7. Be respectful of other community members- give as much as you receive. Playtest other peoples' games, not just your own. 8. In the case of an unresolvable or continuing conflict, please let a moderator know so we can determine next steps. 9. You will receive a warning if a legitimate complaint is lodged against you. In the case of a continuous issue, a group of at least 3 moderators will discuss and determine next steps. Consistent bad behavior will lead to a group ban. **See you soon!** **Have questions?** For FAQ's, please see here - [First Play FAQ’s](https://gorgeous-mule-37d.notion.site/First-Play-FAQ-s-1d5a3d4ed35b809eadb7c5c72359521b) For a specific question please email *cassandra@ixiongameworks.com* For community conversations join the Cardboard Alchemy Discord: [https://discord.gg/2pYk3TT](https://discord.gg/2pYk3TT) \- find the \#first\-play\-la\-chat channel\!

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July Chess Social

July Chess Social

Sun, Jul 26, 3:00 AM
From LA CHESS
4.8

This Saturday Evening, July 25th A Very Special Event **The July Chess Social** **In Collaboration with Mitsi** Our July Event, this Saturday Evening, will be held in a newly opened and absolutely stunning lounge! *Mitsi, a cocktail destination created by Ben Lovett (Mumford and Sons Founder),* has only just opened its doors, and before the venue becomes exceedingly popular, we've been given a chance to dedicate an evening to social chess! In addition to our usual lively casual & competitive chess scene, our live music selection will be both funky and atmospheric, emboldening smart moves, without excessive distraction. Importantly, this space has multiple areas with different moods! The balcony, with its splendid view, will be 100% chess. The interior, will be dedicated to high-energy/spirited games, direct proximity to our live music acts, and the enjoyment of their scrumptious tapas-style sushi bites. Their impressively creative cocktails will be certainly be enjoyed throughout. As always; please join us for chess, music, and friendly revelry! We may never get another chance to use this space, and we're especially excited to see what you think!! The Deets: Saturday Evening, July 25th Hosted at *Mitsi* 1737 Naud St, Los Angeles, CA 90012 8:00pm - Midnight 21+ Free Parking Bring a friend, challenge a stranger, linger over a beautiful position, or simply enjoy the atmosphere. We strive to give each chess social its own personality, and this one will certainly be special! Hope to see you there!!

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