Cooperative Games Los Angeles

Beach Day - Art and games!

Hi everyone! 💕 Welcome to Let’s Be Friends! We’re so excited to have you here! We'll be at Playa Del Rey Beach and just follow the balloons 🎈🎈🎈 This group is for ages 18–24 and is all about meeting new people, making genuine friendships, and having fun together. 🌸 For our beach meetup, we’ll be hanging out, doing some art at the beach, playing games, snacking, and getting to know each other! 🎨🌊 Feel free to bring any beach/outdoor games, art supplies, snacks, blankets, or anything else you think would be fun to share. Come as you are—no pressure if you don’t know anyone yet. That’s the whole point! 🫶 We can’t wait to meet everyone and hopefully make this the first of many fun get-togethers!

Downey Library Game Day

Come play board games and card games with us at the Downey Library. We welcome starting players all the way to expert players. Please bring a copy of the games you would like to play, or we have copies to play. The Downey Public Library also has a collection of games to play. Some examples of popular board games are Ticket to Ride, Settlers of Catan, and Terraforming Mars. Some examples of popular card games are Flip 7, Century Spice Road, and Splendor. We like to learn new games and to teach new games. There is no fee, and food and drink is welcome, just please clean up after yourself. We are in the area, to the left of the main entrance. Note that there are no parking restrictions on the weekend or holidays; please respect the Embassy Suites reserved parking. Hosted by Mark Shocklee.

September 2026 - Playtest games at Geeky Teas! PLUS board game 'free store'

**Players and game designers wanted for this open house style event!** **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. **SPECIAL TO THIS EVENT!** **During Open Play from 11am-1pm, we will be hosting a board game 'exchange'.** How this will work: * Bring up to 5 of your own games (new or used) you don't want or need anymore * All games go into a collective "free store" pile * Anyone in the group may take 1-5 games from the "free store." * If your game/s haven't been taken, bring them home, or donate them to the Geeky Teas library. Please note this is NOT a math trade. No one will be reinforcing fair trades for equally valuable games, so don't bring your $200 copy of Battlestar Galactica unless you are really ok with giving it away! **DESIGNER SIGN UP**: If you have a game to test during session one or two, please follow this 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. Three 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\!

BACK TO SCHOOL! Spades Syndicate September Meetup!

September is that time...back to school, new beginnings, fresh starts, and high spirits. Whether you're coming back after summer or joining us for the first time, this is your chance to find your groove and claim your spot in the Spades Syndicate family. **Rookie or veteran, YOU BELONG HERE MY LOVE!** We're all here to level up, learn from each other, and maybe, *just maybe*, catch someone slipping (in the most respectful way possible). The energy is supportive, the trash talk is light, and the wins? Those are FUN. This is the month to figure out your rhythm, get your good time in, and discover your tribe! \*Remember...food and drink is always included

Open Gaming at The Game Hub

Board games and brews!

Join Us for Games, Drinks, and Food Looking for a fun, social way to unwind? Come join our board game meetup! We offer a wide variety of games for all kinds of players—whether you’re into strategy, party games, or laugh-out-loud chaos, there’s something here for you. Here are just some of the awesome games we’ll have on hand: ️ Catan - the original game that started it all. A fun way to build and gather resources. * Catan: Game of Thrones – Brotherhood of the Watch * Catan: Starfarers * Catan Expansions Werewolf, One Night Ultimate Werewolf, Clocktower, Avalon, Secret Hitler If you enjoy social deduction and casual gas-lighting then this is the place to play ‍♂️ Magic Maze A silent, real-time co-op game where you guide fantasy heroes through a mall to steal magical gear—without talking! Exploding Kittens Draw cards and try to avoid the Exploding Kitten! Fast, funny, and full of surprise twists. Unstable Unicorns Build your unicorn army and sabotage others in this cute-yet-cutthroat card game of magical destruction. Bang! A hidden-role Wild West game where players shoot, scheme, and try to outwit the Sheriff and outlaws alike. Bananagrams A fast-paced word game where you race to build crossword-style grids. Think Scrabble—but quicker and no turns! Anarchy Pancakes Stack and slap pancakes in a frantic race to match toppings. Perfect for groups and younger players! Neanderthal Poetry Speak only in caveman grunts and gestures to help your teammates guess the right word. Creative and hilarious! ️ Codenames: Pictures Give clever one-word clues to help your team find the right pictures on the board before the other team does. Trial by Trolley A dark and hilarious party game where one player controls a runaway trolley—and everyone else argues over who gets run over. Morally questionable fun! ⸻ And that’s not all—we have even more games than those listed! Our collection is always growing, and we love variety. Got a game you love? Bring it along! Whether it’s a hidden gem or a popular favorite, we’re always happy to try something new. Come for the games, stay for the good vibes and great company

Board Game Social - Clocktower for Newbs and Pros

🩸 **Blood on the Clocktower — Saturday Night Games** 📅 **Date:** Saturday, September 19 🕔 **Time:** 5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. 🍽️ **Location:** Blossom Market Hall 📍 **Address:** 264 S. Mission Dr., San Gabriel, CA 91776 🅿️ **Parking:** Free 💲 **Cover Fee:** Free ================================ 📍 **LOCATION UPDATED** We are moving this event from Wushiland Boba in Alhambra to **Blossom Market Hall in San Gabriel**. The new location gives us a food hall environment, ample nearby parking, and plenty of opportunities to grab food or drinks during the evening. Blossom Market Hall has a variety of food vendors, including options such as burgers, sushi, and other cuisines, along with a beer and wine bar for anyone who would like to grab a drink. The food hall closes at **9:00 p.m.**, so we will finish our games and begin packing up by approximately **8:30 p.m.** ================================ ⏰ **ARRIVAL & GAME SCHEDULE** The event officially begins at **5:00 p.m.**, but you do not need to be there exactly at 5:00. **5:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. will be our arrival and trickle-in period.** Feel free to arrive during this window, grab some food or a drink, meet the other players, and get settled. The first round of games will begin at approximately **5:30 to 5:45 p.m.** If you cannot make the first round, that is completely fine. You are welcome to come later and join us for the **second round, which will begin at approximately 7:00 p.m. and run until around 8:30 p.m.** We will begin wrapping everything up around 8:30 p.m. before the food hall closes at 9:00 p.m. ================================ Join us for an evening of Blood on the Clocktower, an immersive social deduction game filled with mystery, strategy, conversation, bluffing, deception, and plenty of suspicious behavior. This event will feature two games running in parallel, giving both newer and more experienced players an opportunity to join a table that fits their experience level. Each player receives a secret character and joins either the good team or the evil team. The good team must gather information, compare clues, identify inconsistencies, and determine who the Demon is before it is too late. Meanwhile, the evil team must create confusion, spread misinformation, protect the Demon, and convince the town that someone else is responsible. Unlike many social deduction games, dying does not remove you from the experience. Even after your character dies, you may continue participating in discussions, sharing information, developing theories, and helping your team pursue victory. Dead players also retain one final vote that can become extremely important later in the game. 🌱 **NEW & BEGINNER PLAYERS — TROUBLE BREWING** One table will be dedicated to Trouble Brewing, the introductory Blood on the Clocktower script and one of the best ways to learn the game. This table will be run by a couple of our existing Storytellers and is specifically intended for first-time players, newer players, and anyone who would like a more traditional Clocktower experience. No previous experience is required. Before the game begins, the Storytellers will explain the basic rules, character abilities, nominations, voting, executions, nighttime actions, and the other important mechanics you will need to know. Trouble Brewing uses an approachable collection of characters while still providing plenty of opportunities for deduction, bluffing, misinformation, teamwork, and unexpected twists. If you have never played Blood on the Clocktower before, this is the table I recommend joining. New players should not feel intimidated. This game is specifically being offered so that newer players can learn how Clocktower works in a friendly environment while actually experiencing a full game. 🔥 **EXPERIENCED PLAYERS — BIG CHOICES AND BAD DECISIONS** At the second table, I will be Storytelling Big Choices and Bad Decisions. This game is intended for players who already have some familiarity with Blood on the Clocktower and are comfortable dealing with more unusual characters, interactions, and strategic decisions. As the name suggests, expect difficult choices, uncertain information, calculated risks, and decisions that may have consequences far beyond the person making them. There may be situations where there is no obviously correct choice, and players will sometimes have to make important decisions without having all of the information they would like. One Demon that could potentially appear is the Al-Hadikhia. If the Al-Hadikhia enters play, selected players may be confronted with a very simple question that can have extremely complicated consequences: **Do you choose to live, or do you choose to die?** That decision may sound straightforward, but in Blood on the Clocktower, choosing to survive is not always the safest option. Sometimes dying may provide important information. Sometimes surviving may create an even larger problem. Sometimes the decision that appears best for you may be disastrous for the rest of the town. And sometimes you may have to make that choice without knowing whether the people around you are telling you the truth. The Al-Hadikhia is only one of the possibilities in Big Choices and Bad Decisions, so the exact characters and threats in play will remain a mystery until the game begins. 🍔 **FOOD & DRINKS** One of the benefits of moving to Blossom Market Hall is that food and drinks will be available throughout most of the event. Feel free to arrive during the 5:00 to 5:30 p.m. trickle-in period and grab dinner before the games begin. The food hall offers a variety of choices, including burgers, sushi, and other options. There is also a beer and wine bar available for anyone who would like to have a drink while hanging out. Please feel free to support the businesses inside the food hall during the event. 🅿️ **PARKING INFORMATION** Parking is **free**, and there are several parking options available around Blossom Market Hall. When arriving, **please approach from the north side and use the north-side entrance.** Please **do not approach from the west-side entrance**, as that access point is currently blocked. Give yourself a few extra minutes when arriving so you can enter from the correct side, find parking, and make your way into the food hall before the games begin. 🩸 **NEW PLAYERS AND VETERANS ARE BOTH WELCOME** Whether this is your first game or you have already spent countless evenings confidently accusing completely innocent people of being Demons, you are welcome to join us. Come ready to meet new people, exchange information, build theories, bluff convincingly, make accusations, defend yourself, and possibly spend the evening regretting one extremely important decision. With two games running at the same time, there should be something available for both beginners and experienced players. New players are absolutely welcome. If you cannot make the first games around 5:30 to 5:45 p.m., feel free to arrive later for the second round beginning around 7:00 p.m. See everyone Saturday night! 🩸⏰ **⏰ Attendance Expectations** Please arrive in time for the game you intend to play. The main arrival period is between **5:00 and 5:30 p.m.**, with the first games beginning around **5:30 to 5:45 p.m.** If you cannot make the first round, you may arrive for the second round beginning at approximately **7:00 p.m.** If you are no longer able to attend, please update your RSVP at least 24 hours before the event. **Cancellations made within the 24-hour window, as well as unexcused absences, may result in permanent removal from the group.** In the event of a genuine emergency, please notify the organizers as soon as reasonably possible. Repeated unexcused absences or repeated last-minute emergency notices may also result in permanent removal. **🤝 Code of Conduct** Please treat every participant with courtesy and respect. Deception, bluffing, suspicion, and accusations are part of the game, but personal attacks, hostile behavior, excessive shouting, bullying, or aggressive accusations directed at another participant are not acceptable. Please remember that this is a game. Whether you win or lose, everyone is expected to help create a welcoming, enjoyable, and respectful experience for both new and returning players. **“Kill with grace, and die with dignity.”**

Game Night @ Three Weavers Brewering

It’s on, Inglewood 🎲 Game Night Three Weavers is happening again! Come thirsty, leave victorious.

Skee-ball & Brews

Mah Jongg at El Camino College

Social Mah Jongg playing.

HUMP DAY MIXED GAME @ DEUCES FULL

Saturday Game Night

I'm at Grismer Coves, apartment A11 - buzz 11 at the gate. First building, upstairs. There will be drinks in the fridge and a candy bowl on the table. If you'd like to bring something, great, but don't feel obligated. Vaccinated only. No mask required. FYI - I have a cat. The first 9 spots are open to anyone. After that, I will move some people from the waitlist to 'Going', but I give priority to folks who are regulars. BTW - I know parking can be a pain. Please follow these suggestions: 1. Look on Grismer. You might get lucky. 2. Drive down to the corner of Grismer and San Fernando. Turn right. 3. Park. There are always about 10 spaces there and it's only a block away. People don't look there because it feels like you're getting on the freeway.