Coffeehouse Chess

♟️ **Join the Knight Clubbers Adventure!** ♟️ Come and experience an evening where the chessboard becomes a battlefield, blending good vibes and competitive spirit. 🔗 **Free registration**: [Sign up](https://knightclubbers.com/meetup/665571?utm_source=meetup&utm_medium=social) ✨ **Games for all levels** Whether you're a curious beginner or a seasoned strategist, every game is the perfect opportunity to improve and meet other enthusiasts. 🕒 **Total freedom ? Play at your own pace** Take part in duels or simply watch in a friendly atmosphere. 🏆 **Challenge your opponents and climb the rankings** Rack up victories and try to become King or Queen of the Arena. 👑 **Ready for the challenge?** Join Knight Clubbers and become part of the legend!

The Board Games event is a fun, sociable and charitable event We are a fun, friendly and kind group of people mostly in our 20s, 30s and 40s. Beginners are welcome! We are a very inclusive and social group and we teach people how to play games they have not played before :) We provide a variety of 40+ board games. The games usually take 5 or 10 minutes to learn and 30 to 60 minutes to play. **Time** * Board Games Start time: 630pm * Board Games end time: 10pm * Eat / Drink/ Socialise at a nearby pub afterwards **Location** 30 Leeds St, Toronto, ON M6G 3R8 (Ukrainian Catholic Church of the Holy Protection) The entrance to the board game room is at the back of the Church. There is a sign on the door that says BOARD GAMES GROUP. Please use the map provided on the event page also. Payment **There are two ways to pay** **$10 by Cash - coins are not accepted. Only bills.** **$11.55 by Debit/Credit card** **Charity Donations** * This is a not-for-profit initiative. Revenue go towards covering costs of the event including venue, insurance marketing, refreshments and board games. Any surplus revenue is donated to charity **Food and drink** * Everyone will get cookies/candy for free * Cups will be provided for tap water * Bring your own food and drink. * Please do not bring CHIPS AND CRACKERS as they make a mess and are greasy * **ALCOHOL IS PROHIBITED AND WE HAVE A ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY ON THIS - there are no second chances** Photos will be taken at the event and posted publicly for marketing purposes. Please only attend if you are ok with this or tell me when you arrive that you do not want to be in any photos The event is officially hosted by Ace of Math Learning Program Ontario Inc.

A calming and restorative meditation experience designed to reduce stress and support mental, emotional, and energetic balance **Experience Deep Relaxation** Take a break from the daily grind and dive into the world of Meditation. A powerful meditation technique that blends neuroscience, ancient healing methods, relaxation, and mindfulness into one experience. This in-person experience is your chance to relax, recharge, and reconnect with yourself. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, you'll love the vibe and the guided practices. Come as you are, and leave feeling refreshed and inspired. Don’t miss this opportunity to reconnect with yourself in a supportive and uplifting environment!

Hey all. The weather gods for thursday is also dictating rain so are last reschedule is Friday at 630pm! Please call and change your reservation! Ask for Rachel! Join us for two hours on the water kayaking with SUP rentals at Cherry Beach. Here's how it works. 1\. Book your kayak in advance here https://www.torontosup.com/rentals/kayaks 2\. You can book a one or 2 person kayak with life preserver\. 3\. We will take 15 kayaks\. 2\. Fill in the online waiver\. 3\. Wear clothes you are ok to get wet and bring a change of dry clothes\. 4\. Keep an eye on the post for weather changes\. 5\. Please ensure you are comfor table in the water and can swim! See you on the water! Drinks after!

Welcome to the Friday Night Gaming meetup for Toronto Heavy Boardgamers @ Wild Wings Bar & Grill! The purpose of this event is to meet up to play board and card games of all types, from party / light games through to heavier / longer board games, and have fun while doing it! Gamers of all levels of experience are welcome! You are welcome to bring your own games to the event, or join games hosted by others. The venue is looking to set up its own library soon, so more options will be available then. **Scheduling details:** \- If you have a specific game that you would like to post for\, feel free to do so in comments\. \- If you would like to join a specific game that has already been posted\, feel free to comment on it confirming your participation\. Make sure you have noted the details posted by the host\. \- You are of course also welcome to organize / join games onsite on the day itself\, assuming sufficient players / tables are available **Available Amenities:** \- Food and drinks are available on\-site\. **Outside food and drinks are not allowed.** **Admission Fee:** \- There is a minimum spend /fee of $15\.00 \(\+tax\) charged by the establishment for use of space\. So if you purchase food and drinks for $15 or more\, you only have to pay for the food/drinks and there will be no table fee for you\. However\, if you order nothing\, or less then $15\, expect to be charged the minimum $15 spend limit\. \- Payments are to be made directly to the establishment during the event and not to the organizer

**Join us for our new summer series for 2026 - BOARDGAME FRIDAY!** This is a great place to meet new people, make new friends and play some fun games. Come with a group or by yourself! There will be games like Catan, Avalon, Ticket to Ride, Uno, Monopoly, Cards Against Humanity and more! **The restaurant, Aifam, will be giving out a free alcoholic drink of your choice (Wine or Beer) with the purchase of each sandwich!** Address: 102 Harbord St, Toronto, ON M5S 1G6 **This event has an entry fee of $15 to be paid via cash or e-transfer. If you purchase any food at the venue the entry fee reduces to $12.5!** **Looking forward to hosting this!** **FAQs** **Can I get my own games?** Yes, of course! This group provides a space to meet new and like-minded people. **How can I pay if I don't have e-transfer or cash?** You can tap, however there is an additional 30c charge associated with it. **Where should I send the e-transfer?** To avoid spamming, we share the e-transfer email at the event. The email is shared at the event. **How to connect outside of meetup?** You can follow the group on instagram for updates @socialhubto We also have a group chat on whatsapp, if you'd like to join send me a message for the link!

Chess Workshop - Puzzles - Strategies - Stories - Games and tournaments Chess is more human than what it looks like. Here we practice to listen to what pieces are trying to say. All-Ages and All-Levels are Welcome

Welcome to the Saturday meetup for Toronto Heavy Boardgamers @ The Guild House! The purpose of this event is to meet up to play heavier / longer board games, and have fun while doing it! We will start off small and if there is sufficient interest we will add capacity for future events. You are welcome to bring your own games to the event, or use the games in the library at the location. **Scheduling details:** \- If you have a specific game that you would like to post for\, feel free to do so in comments\. In your post\, include the name of the game\, number of players needed for the game\, whether you are offering a teach or not\, and the start time \(please try to start before noon if possible\)\. \- If you would like to join a specific game that has already been posted\, feel free to comment on it confirming your participation\. Make sure you have noted the details posted by the host\. \- You are of course also welcome to organize / join games onsite on the day itself\, assuming sufficient players / tables are available **Rules around COVID:** \- Given this is a public event\, we respectfully ask that only i\) fully vaccinated individuals\, and ii\) those not exhibiting any COVID symptoms\, participate\. This requirement may change in the future based on provincial guidelines and group requirements **Available Amenities:** \- Food and drinks are available on\-site\, you can see a detailed menu [here](https://theguildhouse.ca/pages/menu). **Outside food and drinks are not allowed by the Guild House.** \- There is an on\-site game library\, and use of it is covered within the admission fee\. **Admission Fee:** \- There is a $10 fee charged by the establishment for use of space\. Payments are to be made directly to the establishment at the time of entry and not to the organizer

We're hosting a full-day tournament with two exciting formats — whether you grew up playing Persian-style or prefer the modern game, there's a competition for you! Traditional Persian Backgammon Starts: 10:00 AM (Toronto) Entry Fee: $50 (includes venue entry) Format: 2-stage elimination Modern Backgammon Starts: 2:00 PM (Toronto) Entry Fee: $60 (includes venue entry) Format: Swiss system — 6 rounds, triple elimination How to register: RSVP below or send us a message to secure your spot. Spaces are limited so don't wait! BYOB (Bring your own board if you have one) See you at the board!

Join us for a fun Pickleball x Mahjong Social Night 🀄🥒 Pickleball x Mahjong socials have been popping up across North America — and we're bringing it to Toronto. We run a court rotation system. When your name gets called, it's your turn on the court. While you wait, pull up a chair and join a round of mahjong! Loaner paddles available at check-in. No experience necessary. [Follow our Instagram to get more consistent updates and details to our events](https://www.instagram.com/topickleballclub?igsh=MWozeGxlMHB5czlrdQ==) [@topickleballclub](https://www.instagram.com/topickleballclub?igsh=MWozeGxlMHB5czlrdQ==)

Quench your thirst for astronomy at The Great Hall in Toronto! It'll be another fun evening of pints, astronomy news, mind-expanding talks, games, prizes, and Dunlap merchandise for sale! Beer and other beverages are available. Following all the talks, there will be plenty of time for you to have all your cosmic questions answered by astronomers from the Dunlap Institute and the University of Toronto. \- No cover and no tickets required \- Starts at 8\. Recommend you plan to arrive around 7 to get a decent seat\. Astronomy on Tap T.O. is sponsored and organized by the Dunlap Institute for Astronomy & Astrophysics with the participation of astronomers from the David A. Dunlap Department of Astronomy & Astrophysics, University of Toronto.

This is an opportunity to meet up for some LGBTQ2IA-flavoured gaming and socializing—allies also welcome. Come for the gaming, socializing, not to mention One Star's Hot Dog menu! :) Be sure to invite friends and such, too. Although Fred, your amiable host, starts the event at 3pm, feel free to drop in early as One Star opens at 2pm! You'll have access to a robust library of board games, and attendees are welcome to bring their own games. There is no event fee. Instead we ask attendees to purchase beverages or food from the venue since they are offering us their space for free. We provide nametag stickers with a pronoun field; we want this to be a comfortable environment for everyone, kindly respect people's listed or stated pronouns. If you are unsure of someone's pronouns, don't assume: Ask, Respect and Practice Definitely ask before taking pictures/videos. One Star is NOT an accessible space as the washrooms are down stairs. For those with sensory concerns, there may be possible loud noises. \*\*\*Please reach out to [info@torontogaymers.ca](mailto:info@torontogaymers.ca) with any accessibility concerns. [https://linktr.ee/TorontoGaymers](https://linktr.ee/TorontoGaymers) #TorontoGaymers #OneStarBarTO

Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you! **What to Expect at the Intro Circle** \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup: * Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics Round 1 - (7 secs max): * Your name * What you're working on * What you can help others with Round 2: * Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too. Round 3: * Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool. After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!

This is a time where players of all ages, and skill levels can gather and enjoy a nice Sunday full of Chess!

This is a time where players of all ages, and skill levels can gather and enjoy a nice Sunday full of Chess!

The Forge does have a full bar and kitchen. There is no cover charge but they do request all attendees to purchase a minimum of ~20 per person. Soft drink refills are 1 each. Please support our hosts so we can continue to provide great events for the group! The Forge has a large library of games available for us to enjoy. Hosts and regulars will also provide numerous popular games but please bring any games you would like to teach and/or play. Doors open at 6, and we expect gaming to be rolling by around 630. Please promptly end your games and clear out the space at 10pm when the bar closes. We encourage socializing but do not permit disruptive behavior of any kind. Thank you for your continued commitment to providing a fun and welcoming space to veteran, newbie, and rookie gamers in the Columbus area. Parking can sometimes fill esrly. There is additional parking lot behind the neighboring Mexican restaurant that is free and easy to walk from but it's a bit hidden.

**🌹 Speed Dating Night for St. Petersburg Singles — On Zoom** Spend an evening meeting St. Petersburg singles face to face on Zoom, matched by age and personality before you arrive. **What to expect:** - Register and take a short personality quiz - Jump on Zoom when the event starts - Meet singles in guided one-on-one rounds - Get your mutual matches by email afterward **Find your bracket and grab a seat:** → **Ages 18-32** — [Register here](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=573&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=St.%20Petersburg&groupurlname=local-singles-seeking-genuine-connection-brunch-club&ar=18-32&face_v=6.0) → **Ages 30-46** — [Register here](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=573&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=St.%20Petersburg&groupurlname=local-singles-seeking-genuine-connection-brunch-club&ar=30-46&face_v=6.0) → **Ages 40-58** — [Register here](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=573&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=St.%20Petersburg&groupurlname=local-singles-seeking-genuine-connection-brunch-club&ar=40-58&face_v=6.0) → **Ages 55+** — [Register here](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=573&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=St.%20Petersburg&groupurlname=local-singles-seeking-genuine-connection-brunch-club&ar=55+&face_v=6.0) > Note: clicking RSVP alone won't get you in. Register via your age group and take the quiz. Places fill up. See you on Zoom, St. Petersburg. 🌷

Younkin Branch Library (Ashville) meeting space is now reserved for any and all interested in or enthused by playing a game of chess. The fourth Monday of each month, 6:00pm to 7:50pm. No fees. Chess sets provided; however, you may bring your own if you wish.

Who else is ready to sit outside? Join us for a casual chat over coffee & tea at Grandview Grind! Come out and meet some new people, enjoy your favorite drink, and make some new friends!