San Luis Obispo (SLO) County Friends of Italy

Curious about Bocce Ball? or Already know and love Bocce Ball?
We're delighted that Hotel SLO's Rooftop Terrace High Bar has a bocce call court!

Whether you're a complete beginner, have played before, or have a championship medal, come join the San Luis Obispo County Friends of Italy for a fun, social gathering to play this classic Italian game!

And of course, because of the great beverages and food at the High Bar we will be partaking! We do ask a ONE DRINK MINIMUM for each person participating so we are giving back to the hotel. The cocktails, mocktails and bites can be found here if you're curious. https://hotel-slo.com/dining/high-bar/. There is no charge for us to play. The court is first come first serve.

What is Bocce Ball?
Bocce Ball is a game that dates back to Ancient Rome and is still one of Italy's favorite sports. Played on a long, flat court, the goal is simple: get your team's balls closest to the small target ball, known as the pallino. It’s easy to learn but offers enough strategy and skill to keep things competitive!

Why Play Bocce Ball?
- It's a delightful way to meet new people and socialize!
- A fun way to enjoy the outdoors.
- Wonderful for all ages and fitness levels.
- Helps sharpen coordination and focus while enjoying some friendly competition!

Call to Action:
Don't miss out! Come out, learn to play, playand mentor others, and meet other Italian enthusiasts. If Bocce Ball sparks your interest, this could be the start of something bigger – with regular games, teams, and maybe even tournaments! Let’s build this together.

If you know you'd like to come and yet can't please private message Kay Lathrop (don't try to respond to this message) and share where you live, what your skill level is, what your interest is and how to reach you.

Sign up now, and let's get rolling!

Curious about Bocce Ball? or Already know and love Bocce Ball?

Whether you're a complete beginner, have played before, or have a championship medal, come join the San Luis Obispo County Friends of Italy for a fun, social gathering to play this classic Italian game!

What is Bocce Ball?
Bocce Ball is a game that dates back to Ancient Rome and is still one of Italy's favorite sports. Played on a long, flat court, the goal is simple: get your team's balls closest to the small target ball, known as the pallino. It’s easy to learn but offers enough strategy and skill to keep things competitive!

Why Play Bocce Ball?
- It's a delightful way to meet new people and socialize!
- A fun way to enjoy the outdoors.
- Wonderful for all ages and fitness levels.
- Helps sharpen coordination and focus while enjoying some friendly competition!

What's Happening at This Meetup:
We’re hosting weekly Wednesday morning bocce ball events at Emerson Park in SLO! If you know this day and time is for you as a routine, register for future Wednesday events to indicate your interest. It will help we organizers!

We'll learn or refresh on the rules, play a few casual games, and enjoy a fun, relaxed time together.

Call to Action:
Don't miss out! Come out, learn to play, play and mentor others, and meet other Italian enthusiasts. Be aware that Emerson Park does NOT have public restrooms. Take care of business before you come to the park.

Optionally, those who feel hungry or thirsty after bocce can join us for a beverage or lunch at the Libertine Coffee Bar (one block away) at 1240 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo CA 93401

Sign up now, and let's get rolling!

Disclaimer
This Meetup group, its organizers, and its members, take no responsibility for any injuries or accidents that may occur during events. By joining this event you take full responsibility for your own safety. Please ensure that you are in good health before participating and understand that there is risk involved in your participation. This Meetup group does not certify the qualifications of any of its organizers or trip leaders, and they are not responsible for your safety. We are all just participants. By participating you acknowledge you have read this Disclaimer and agree to its terms.

🎉 This Tuesday evening, we will gather to learn, play, and master SCOPA, one of Italy’s most beloved and historic card games. Right at the start, we’ll determine who’s "new" to SCOPA and who has played before.

New players will get a basic SCOPA 101 tutorial to get started, and then we’ll seamlessly integrate everyone into the game. Whether you're a complete beginner or have played before, everyone is welcome and supported by our wonderful members!

🤔 What is SCOPA?
SCOPA, meaning "broom" or "sweep"🧹 in Italian, is a classic card game that has been bringing families and friends together for centuries. The goal of SCOPA is to "sweep" or clean the table of cards! You’ll play with the traditional 40-card Scopa deck, which includes 4 suits: denari (coins), spade (swords), bastoni (clubs), and coppe (cups).

Known for its simple-to-learn rules and exciting strategy, SCOPA is more than just a card game—it's a reflection of Italian culture, celebrating connection, joy, and a little bit of friendly competition.

Together, we’re not just learning and playing SCOPA—we’re also building a tradition of Italian Game Nights! These regular events will celebrate the beauty and camaraderie of Italian culture through play.

We alternate SCOPA with Briscola on Italian Game NIght now, and in the future, we’ll add Tressette, and even Tombola (the origin of Bingo!) 🎭🇮🇹
This is an opportunity to bond with fellow Italian culture enthusiasts, enjoy some friendly competition, and create unforgettable memories.

☕️🍕 A Quick Note: If possible, please pick up any food or beverages from the fantastic businesses at the SLO Public Market BEFORE 6 PM so we can start promptly and make the most of our evening!