Roleplaying Games (RPGs)

In The White Castle Duel, two clans compete to exert their influence in the White Heron's court, managing resources and building engines. On each turn, you will use their lamp tokens to obtain resources and activate actions. [How to play ](https://youtu.be/Orq8zcmgAwk?si=v6hP2-AlPDR8au-v)

Our traditional "Join & Play" event is on the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Thursdays of each month. As always, it's free to come & play with us. How does it work ? • The events are open for beginner to advanced gamers. If you're new here they're the perfect gateway to discover what we do! • Those who want to host a game are asked to share in the comments below which game, & for how many players you can run your table. • For others, if you see a game you'd like to join just respond to the host in the comments below and we'll reserve a spot for that game for you. • Don't worry if you're new to boardgames or simply don't know the games being hosted this time around; you can simply show up and the event host will sort out a spot at a table for you! **But please make sure to arrive by 19h30 *at the latest* so we can take the time to find you a suitable spot.** • The rules for the games will be explained by the table host before the game starts. No need to study them upfront, although several hosts post a video link to rules or background which can enhance your enjoyment of the game if you have the time to watch beforehand. This is never mandatory, however. ============================================== Games on the night: **\-\-\-\- [Rear Window](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/358816/rear-window) \-\-\-\-** Spot 1: Mislav (host) Spot 2: Yoann Spot 3: Frodo_05 Spot 4: Bruna **\-\-\-\- [Chimera Station](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/163642/chimera-station) \-\-\-\-** Spot 1: Sorac (host) Spot 2: Yarince Spot 3: Andrea Spot 4: **\-\-\-\- [The White Castle](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/371942/the-white-castle) \-\-\-\-** Spot 1: Cerebral (host) Spot 2: Cedric Timmermans Spot 3: Pedro Rafael (Spot 4): **\-\-\-\- [Oceans](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/232414/oceans) \-\-\-\-** Spot 1: Cyril (host) Spot 2: Arthur Spot 3: Jorge C (Spot 4): Marco **\-\-\-\- [Ghost Stories](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/37046/ghost-stories) \-\-\-\-** Spot 1: Toby (host) Spot 2: Priscilla Spot 3: Mathieu (Scap) Spot 4: **\-\-\-\- TABLE 6 \-\-\-\-** Spot 1: (host) Spot 2: Spot 3: Spot 4: **\-\-\-\- TABLE 7 \-\-\-\-** Spot 1: (host) Spot 2: Spot 3: Spot 4: **\-\-\-\- TABLE 8 \-\-\-\-** Spot 1: (host) Spot 2: Spot 3: Spot 4:

**🃏 WHAT WE PLAY** We focus on **social interaction games** that are **fun, easy to learn, and engaging**. * **Thursdays** and Saturday nights are for **fun, social games** like Dixit, Coup, Skull, Codenames, Colt Express, Secret Hitler, Exploding Kittens, Bang and more!… Easy to learn, quick to laugh! * **Mondays** are for **deeper strategic games**, for players who love to plan and outthink opponents. Of course, these are just guidelines — you’re always welcome to bring and play whatever game you love! *** **🕖 SCHEDULE** * We meet at **7:00 PM**, with an **intro round at 7:15 PM**. * Arriving later? No problem! Just see a host — we’ll do our best to find you a seat. You might need to wait for a game to finish before joining the next one. **🎉 Good News! BFG is Free Again** As of July 1st, 2025, BFG is once again **free to join**, just like last year! The costs of running the group are now shared by the hosts. If you enjoy the events and want to say thanks, you're very welcome to **offer a drink (or two 😉) to a host** during the evening. A huge thank you to everyone who supported us financially earlier this year — you helped keep the group going, and we truly appreciate it. 🙏 *** **🎒 WHAT TO BRING** * Bring your favorite games and feel free to mention them in the comments. * If we’re meeting in a **park**, bring snacks, drinks, and something comfy to sit on — the grass can be damp even in summer! *** **☕ IF THE VENUE IS A CAFÉ** Please order **at least one drink** to support the venue, and pay directly at the bar. *** **✅ REGISTRATION** Please RSVP to help us plan for space and group sizes. **⌛ WAITLIST ETIQUETTE** * If you can’t make it, cancel **before 7 PM the day before** to give someone else a chance. * If you're **on the waitlist** and your plans change, cancel your RSVP so others aren't left hanging. *** **🤝 WANT TO HOST?** Interested in becoming a host or helping out? Let us know — we’d love to have you on board! *** **💬 FEEDBACK WELCOME** Suggestions or ideas? Drop us a message anytime — we’re always looking to make BFG even better. *** ### **🌟 Let’s have fun, discover great** **games, and build and make new friends** *** ###

Everyone is welcome! No previous experience or game knowledge needed — I’ll explain all the rules before we start. [How to Play](https://youtu.be/CjQnbiOW1cA?si=OcCixDY_Ph4SIwoh) [BGG](https://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/200077/mint-works) [Rulebook](https://cdn.1j1ju.com/medias/d7/7a/02-mint-works-rulebook.pdf) Mint Works is a light and straightforward worker placement game. Its compact size makes it easy to put in your pocket and take it anywhere. Its simple rules make it easy to introduce new players to the genre of worker placement. During the game each player will have a limited amount of Mint Tokens, which represent their workers. Players will use these mint tokens to earn more tokens, take first player or buy and build plans. Plans are how players earn points. Some plans will give only points, others will give extra powers to the owner. Once any player has at least 7 points earned (or if there are not enough plans to refill the stock) the end of the game is triggered. The game will then be over at the end of the current round. Whoever has the most points provided by plans they have built wins!

Socializing and Networking 🛜🆕 at PLUX on Thursday. Making new friends and drinking 🚰🎈🎉🚿🌊. Everybody Welocme, locals, expats or new 🆕 in town.

Want to get in shape and learn self-defence while having fun at the same time? Come and try our classes for **FREE**! Confirm your attendance by e-mail: **bxl.kravmaga@gmail.com** For more details, check out our website: **https://kravmagabrussels.be/** We recommend wearing sports outfits, including indoor sports shoes, and bringing a towel and water to drink, as we will be active!

Did you know, fear of public speaking inhibits promotion to management by 15% and cuts salaries by 10% ? Overcome your fear and learn valuable leadership skills at our next meeting on Thursday 15th January 2025 at 7pm . There will be a special New Year's Back-to-Work Resolutions meeting geared towards new members and first time guests. Everyone welcome! Claddagh Toastmasters normally meet on the first and third Thursday of the month. But due the Christmas & New Year holidays this year, they did not meet 1st January and have back to work meeting on Thursday 15 nth January. Claddagh Toastmasters will also meet exceptionally on Thursday 29th January the 5th Thursday of the month. Claddagh Toastmaster Members are now able to participate in the international educational programme called Pathways tailormade to meet the needs of the member. Members and Guests will have an opportunity to learn more about this exciting public speaking and leadership programme. Admission Free. Where else would you get an innovative training programme with all the options below like this in Brussels?? Motivational Strategies Presentation Mastery 1. Leadership Development 2. Innovative Planning 3. Visionary Communication 4. Strategic Relationships 5. Dynamic Leadership 6. Persuasive Influence 7. Effective Coaching 8. Team Collaboration http://photos1.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/a/f/2/event_79322802.jpeg You are invited to Claddagh Toastmasters, guests are most welcome and bring a friend if you wish. Admission Free. We meet on Thursday15 th, January 2025 at 7:00 PM . Welcome coffee at 6.45pm Co-working & Meeting Rooms Centre, The Mug Rue Charles Martel 8, Brussels 1000, (Near Schuman(Berlaymont exit) & Maelbeek Metro stops) Known as ´The Mug´. It is one minute´s walk from the Meeting Point Pub & restaurant on Rue Taciturne) CLADDAGH ENGLISH/IRISH TOASTMASTERS CLUB OF BRUSSELS TOASTMASTER AN CHLADAIGH – CLUB DÁTHEANGACH NA BRUISÉILE Claddagh Toastmasters helps you to develop your skills in public speaking, planning, leadership training, and managing your time. They aim is to provide a fun and social environment in which to practice your skills. Please let them know you are coming by reserving your place to claddagh.toastmasters(at)gmail.com. Claddagh Toastmasters are a club with an Irish Flair with a membership from about ten different nationalities. English is mainly spoken at the meeting but there is an opportunity for Irish speakers to speak in Irish (second oldest spoken language in Europe). You are most welcome to join us as a guest for this 'demonstration meeting' at no cost to see how the club works. Guests will be be asked for a short introduction at the start of the meeting and for their feedback at the end of the meeting. During the meeting there is a coffee break where you can network and discuss the training programme with members. You will also be invited to make a small contribution towards the cost of the teas,coffees and cookies. Come and experience it for yourself! The ultimate objective of the meeting is to emphasise how communication and planning can play an important role in the home and work place and how Toastmasters is an ideal organisation to serve all generations to help you plan and enjoy an active life. Last thing (finally !!!): the first part of the meeting will be held as usual with Table Topics and impromptu speeches and second part consists of prepared speeches given by members in accordance with set objectives followed by evaluations to improve .There is no obligation for guests to speak unless they agree to do so. Afterwards guests can decide if you want to become a member or come back again for a second meeting as a guest. email: claddagh.toastmasters(at)gmail.com, to confirm your place. Claddagh Toastmasters meet at the Co-working & Meeting Rooms Centre, Rue Charles Martel 8, Brussels 1000, on the first and third Thursday of the month. Welcome coffee. Meeting starts at 7pm sharp. You ring the designated Toastmasters bell to gain entry. They then go a local pub afterwards for a social and networking drink......this is optional... http://www.toastmasters.org

🃏 WHAT WE PLAY We focus on social interaction games that are fun, easy to learn, and engaging. Thursdays and Saturday nights are for fun, social games like Dixit, Coup, Skull, Codenames, Colt Express, Secret Hitler, Exploding Kittens, Bang and more!… Easy to learn, quick to laugh! Mondays are for deeper strategic games, for players who love to plan and outthink opponents. Of course, these are just guidelines — you’re always welcome to bring and play whatever game you love! 🕖 SCHEDULE We meet at 7:00 PM, with an intro round at 7:15 PM. Arriving later? No problem! Just see a host — we’ll do our best to find you a seat. You might need to wait for a game to finish before joining the next one. 🎉 Good News! BFG is Free Again As of July 1st, 2025, BFG is once again free to join, just like last year! The costs of running the group are now shared by the hosts. If you enjoy the events and want to say thanks, you're very welcome to offer a drink (or two 😉) to a host during the evening. A huge thank you to everyone who supported us financially earlier this year — you helped keep the group going, and we truly appreciate it. 🙏 🎒 WHAT TO BRING Bring your favorite games and feel free to mention them in the comments. If we’re meeting in a park, bring snacks, drinks, and something comfy to sit on — the grass can be damp even in summer! ☕ IF THE VENUE IS A CAFÉ Please order at least one drink to support the venue, and pay directly at the bar. ✅ REGISTRATION Please RSVP to help us plan for space and group sizes. ⌛ WAITLIST ETIQUETTE If you can’t make it, cancel before 7 PM the day before to give someone else a chance. If you're on the waitlist and your plans change, cancel your RSVP so others aren't left hanging. 🤝 WANT TO HOST? Interested in becoming a host or helping out? Let us know — we’d love to have you on board! 💬 FEEDBACK WELCOME Suggestions or ideas? Drop us a message anytime — we’re always looking to make BFG even better. 🌟 Let’s have fun, discover great games, and build and make new friends

Making new friends in a new city doesn’t need to be a struggle at all.

What's up Friends! 👋 Let's meet at Le Pantin for another round of games and laughs. Games: 🎲 The pub has a fair collection of games. Feel free however to bring any of your own favorites. Food & Drinks: Le Pantin serves only drinks🍸🍺🍹, however you’re also welcome to bring your own snacks 🍟🍩🍿 to enjoy during the games. Ordering: 🤑 At least one drink is mandatory - this is how we support cool places like this! Timing: ⏱️ We kick off at 14:00, and you’re welcome to stay for as many games as you like. Joining later? Just let me know in advance in the chat so we don’t slow down the start 😊 🚦If you find yourself on the waiting list but you absolutely want to join or if you have any other question - feel free to contact me directly via the chat. 📢 Further details may be shared via the group chat or via DM 💬. Make sure to check your messages 👀 at least on the day before the event to avoid missing any mega important 🙄 announcements. 🐈‍⬛ The Friends Code: 👉 Which games are played will be agreed by the group 👉Depending on preferences and group size we usually split into several tables 👉 Got a favorite game? Bring it along or drop a suggestion in your reply 👉 Can't make it? Cancel on time so someone on the waitlist can grab your spot 👉 Don't show up (or show up at your own risk:) if you are on the waiting list. There may be no space for extra players and you risk to get disappointed. See you folks 😉

Spend time in the company of other writers putting pen to paper, or fingers to keyboard. Work on your current project or start something new. If you are fresh out of inspiration a member of the Wordcraft Collective will be ready with a prompt to get you going. You can use that to unlock your creative brain before moving back to your own project or run with it. Who knows where the story will take you? Arrive when you like, leave when you like, or join us for a drink in the bar downstairs afterwards. Location: Pianofabriek, Rue du Fort 35, 1060 Saint-Gilles.

Welcome to our weekly event in the upstairs room of The Sister Café, rue Chair et Pain 3, one block from the Grand Place. Please get there early enough to order your drink at the bar first. Thank you! After introductions we will collect questions from the group participants, choose one by voting then discuss it for an hour. Then most of us stay for drinks and bizarre conversations. Past questions have been wide and not confined to academic philosophy: What is a genuine friend? Is social media turning us into emotional zombies? Do we lose some of the experience of things by defining them? Are we driven by sex? Is loneliness a personal failure? Is morality relative? **Crucially, be kind and respectful and generous** in your disagreements; remember how much you personally enjoy someone else proving you wrong before celebrating your cutting counterexamples.

Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or simply curious about ways to reconnect with your body and mind? Join me for a **free introductory sophrology session** this **Saturday, January 17** at **Amimo Orban (Woluwe-Saint-Pierre)**. Sophrology is a gentle body&mind practice that combines breathing exercises, relaxation techniques, and positive visualization. No prior experience is needed — everyone is welcome! **Session time:** * 🕛 English session: 12:00 – 13:00 📍 **Location:** Amimo Orban – Av. de Tervueren 412, 1150 Woluwe-Saint-Pierre ✨ **Spots are limited and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis.**

Common Ground Book Club
An in-person reading group exploring critical theory, from the Frankfurt School to contemporary thinkers. We’ll read books and essays, and our discussions will focus on society, power, and modern phenomena: from politics to media and social trends. 
Fourth Meeting
We will discuss the first part of Marcuse’s “One-Dimensional Man”, Introduction and Chapters 1-4 (till p. 123): https://files.libcom.org/files/Marcuse,%20H%20-%20One-Dimensional%20Man,%202nd%20edn.%20(Routledge,%202002).pdf The next meeting(s) will be devoted to Parts II and III :) 
Who is it for?
No prior philosophy or theory background is required, just curiosity and a willingness to engage. I (the organiser) am not an expert; I just seek other kind souls who want to exchange thoughts ✨ 
Format
• Readings may be short essays, selected chapters, or full books.
• Each meeting begins with a short recap/introduction of the text.
• Open, informal discussion.
• Everyone is encouraged to bring a passage or question they found interesting, confusing, or provocative.
• Language of discussion: English.
If you have any questions or suggestions, please reach out on Meet-up or Instagram: @commongroundbe

Try new games, meet new people, and find out what story games are all about! Explore the reaches of space! Witness kingdoms rise and fall! Create and explore tragedies! All within a single game night. We play story games like Fiasco, Kingdom, Polaris and Microscope that encourage everyone at the table to participate creatively. We also have one-shots of indie, OSR, and narrative-focused RPGs such as Apocalypse World, Dread, Lady Blackbird, and Old School Essentials! Everybody's welcome! It doesn't matter if you've never tried story games before or never played roleplaying games at all! Just bring your brain and a good attitude and come try it out! *** **IMPORTANT** * When you arrive look for the marked Story Games Columbus Tables. Each table will have a separate game. Seating is on a first-come-first-serve basis. * If all tables are full, look for a Facilitator. We will find a way to get you into a game! * There is a flat $3 cover charge for events at Tabletop. *** **Facilitators!!** Please arrive early so that we can get you set up with a table. Please reach out to me ASAP if you would be willing to help facilitate. You can reach me on the SGC Discord here - https://discord.gg/jUTvWUu

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 be challenging. There is a parking lot behind the building that is free and easy to walk from but it's a bit hidden.

Come game with us !!! Your first visit is FREE!!! Let's play one of the 2000+ games we have on site or bring one of yours.

Join us every Saturday of January for a day of boardgaming !!! You first visit is free and if you were not a member in 2025 you can join for the rest of the year for only **$40!!!**

Welcome to Casual Boardgames, where we enjoy classic tabletop games and social deduction games while bonding over good food, drinks, and great conversations. 
We started this group to meet new people and make new friends, and bonding over games in a relaxed atmosphere is a great way to do that. We currently meet near route 23 and Polaris Parkway, and this is close to areas like Powell, Lewis Center, Worthington, and parts of Westerville and Columbus. 
Feel free to bring your own games or play one of the many games our members bring. If you are inexperienced, we will help you learn. 
Here are just a few examples of the kind of games we play. 
Tabletop/board games: Splendor, Catan, Azul, Dominion, 7 Wonders… 
Social deduction games: Code Names, Chameleon, Werewords… 
IMPORTANT: 
1. While we love playing a variety of games and competing, we are not just about the games. We interact and talk while playing, and this leads to a lot of laughter and fun. If you just want to compete and focus solely on the game, then this is probably not the group you are looking for. 
2. Many people join groups like this and never (or rarely) show up after weeks or months. If you join and never really come, we will eventually remove you from the group as a courtesy to our members. Why? Because limiting group conversations (on the app) to regular members makes communication and planning much easier. Also, while it may be rare, it protects members from people who join because they are interested in following a person instead of having a real interest in our group. If you get removed, it is just because you haven’t come, and we follow this protocol as a courtesy to our regular game players.