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Backgammon Tournaments - Thursdays from 5:30pm
Check out the latest addition to our Cafe events - Backgammon!
Enjoy a few rounds of Backgammon with players of all skill levels at our Bermondsey Cafe from 5:30 on Thursdays. £5 entry includes a drink of your choice, with store credit prizing for the highest performing players each week. Buy your ticket to secure your place [here!](https://www.thebrotherhoodgames.co.uk/special-events)
Check out what's happening every day through our website's [Event Calendar!](https://www.thebrotherhoodgames.co.uk/event-calendar#flPtAG)
Whatever Tabletop game you're into, there's something for everyone at The Brotherhood Games. Share your passion for gaming, connect with like-minded individuals, and enjoy a cozy atmosphere perfect for cafe lovers. Don't miss out on this opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of deck building games and strategy - see you there!
Balham Board Game Group social bowling
Hello lovely people of Balham Board Game Group 😊
The time has come to come together again and spend a pleasant evening having fun and socialize. This time we are inviting you to play bowling with us at Rowans Tenpin Bowl (Finsbury park).
Please let us know if you are interested (the sooner the better) to allow us to make the booking accordingly.
Price will be £9.10/person/game and we usually aim for 2 games
Gundam TCG Tournament Thursday
**Address: 210-212 Southwark Park Road, London SE16 3RX**
**Doors Open 11am Event starts 6:30pm-10pm**
**Player Capacity: 30 players**
Welcome to our **Gundam TCG** Constructed Tournament. The evening consists of 3 to 5 rounds of Swiss and prizing is distributed to players with a positive record.
To participate in the event, alongside your ticket purchase [here](https://www.thebrotherhoodgames.co.uk/gundam-events), you will be asked to register on the Bandai+ app. We use this app for our tournament. We will hand out a promo pack for the tournament.
If you haven't already, please join our Instagram, YouTube and Discord Server for news about upcoming events, announcements, and social interaction with your fellow players!
*The Brotherhood Games Discord*
https://discord.com/invite/SJaQXyeNXx
2hr Thursday Night 🏀 Basketball in Canary Wharf 🔥
Join our weekly social basketball run, full court 5 v 5 with 1 sub on each team, all levels welcome!
Please join this game using the free GameOn Active app ([download here](https://gameonactive.co.uk/connect.html)) which is a free app we use to organise the run.
Crossharbour Montessori Day Nursery is 1 min walk from Crossharbour DLR station.
On arrival, please let reception know that you are there for a basketball session and you will be let through, at the courts please ask for Konstantinos. We look forward to balling with you there!
Yu-Gi-Oh! Thursday Tournament
**Address: 210-212 Southwark Park Road, London SE16 3RX**
**Doors Open 11am Event starts 6:30pm-10pm**
**Player Capacity: 30 players**
Welcome to our **YuGiOH!** Constructed Tournament.
The tournament will be in Swiss format, with prizing distributed to players with a positive record. To participate in the event, alongside your **ticket purchase [here](https://www.thebrotherhoodgames.co.uk/yu-gi-oh-events)**, you will need to register to the Official Konami App, Neuron. If you are unfamiliar, please ask our member of staff upon arrival to the store where a member of staff will be happy to assist.
As an added bonus you will be automatically entered in our Brotherhood League system which runs quarterly. Players will have an opportunity to gain points for attendance and winning games with prizes awarded to the top 16 players on the leaderboard, a special tournament will be held at the end of the league season. Please see terms and conditions for more details.
Explore our events [calendar](https://www.thebrotherhoodgames.co.uk/event-calendar#flPtAG) for more events!
If you haven't already, please join our Instagram, YouTube and Discord Server for news about upcoming events, announcements, and social interaction with your fellow players!
*The Brotherhood Games Discord:* https://discord.com/invite/SJaQXyeNXx
Thursday Tabletop Games at Premiere Cinemas
It's **Thursday** & our main night of the week & the fun & games are just getting started here at DWL!
We're located here in the Cinema (which can be found on the 3rd floor of the Mercury Mall Shopping Centre) on:
* **Tuesdays & Thursdays**: From 17:30 to 22:00.
* **Saturdays**: From 12:00 to 22:00
🦁 And we're still running every Monday 6pm to 11pm at the Golden Lion Pub too.
🌭☕ There are hot & cold food & drink options available from the cinema at low prices!
Supporting Premiere Cinema by buying their food & drink IS supporting Dicing With Life! The cinema has been very generous to us by bringing us into their space & our way of showing our gratitude is by sending some business their way.
And their menu is surprisingly cheap! Especially compared to any other cinema.
Here's some cool examples of some great **offers**:
Buy a large **Popcorn** (it's a huge bucket!) or a large **fizzy drink** & it'll initially cost you £4, BUT, take your bucket or cup back to the bar for a **refill** & the cinema will refill it back up to the top for just £2! 🍿🥤
That's half price Popcorn & Pop!
This also applies to **Ice Blasts** too (£5 initially but to refill it's just £3).
There's also Hot Dogs, Nachos, Pick n Mix & many other treats in store too! Check out their menu 😋
If you have any questions, please ask & let the fun commence! 🎲
Thursday Night Gaming
Come and play board games
Join us for tabletop board and card games. Thursday nights are aimed at those with some experience of modern boardgames, and we tend to play more complicated games - anyone who is completely new, or mainly interested in olaying lighter games, should try to come on Mondays. We always try to make sure that someone is happy to teach the games and welcome new people on the night, so don't worry if you're not sure what to play or who to sit with.
Please arrive by 18:45 in time for everyone to get into groups and chat for the main games to start at 19:00.
All attendees are expected to read and follow our [Code of Conduct](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qnLRLEV6whNYpiBu1mqsBaI6CjhbsC6Ersgwj0BCMSg/edit?usp=share_link) and our [Meetup Rules](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1QorSIT3I3YA70ClL825cpMlHWWehpiVrrisy_J6zjFE/edit?usp=share_link).
There is no fee for attending the Meetup, but you will need to pay the Ludoquist's games session fee of £8 per person (unless you have a Gold or VIP Ludoquist membership).
Please remember to update your RSVP promptly if you can't make it and please don't attend unless you are confirmed as attending.
Feel free to ask questions in the event chat or comments section for the event, or direct message one of the hosts.
You're also invited to [join our Discord server](https://discord.gg/rWh8aSA) for game related chat and for arranging games outside the Meetup events.
Backgammon Events This Week
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Backgammon Fun & Social at Gest. 20pc off Food n Drink. By Euston Sq Stat' Exit.
Date/Time: Sunday 1 March 2026, 3 – 8pm (and likely a few hours beyond!)
20% off food and drink for our group
First-timers: please see notes below on the Meetup fee, bringing boards, etc ☺️
Dear Backgammon Lovers,
A big thank you and hug to Lydia and George for covering backgammon for me recently.
Yippee! We now have just over 2,000 Sapphire backgammon social members.
We’re delighted again to announce our next social backgammon gathering in the warmth of the Gest Restaurant in Euston.
For as long as they'll have us, we'll also continue to use the CSC on other dates when available.
Gest has become a favourite spot for our lively and friendly backgammon gatherings, offering us more space and a relaxed atmosphere, with warm and welcoming staff.
Social Backgammon
Whether you’re a seasoned player or completely new, everyone’s welcome. Our Sunday afternoon offers a mix of friendly competition, laughter and the occasional lucky double six. Add alongside this, the food, drinks and easy conversation, and you’ve got the makings of a relaxed afternoon rolling dice into a fun evening.
20% off food and drink
Following intense negotiations, Gest has kindly offered our group 20% off food and drink for this event. Please support the venue by ordering at least a drink and a bite to eat during the session, as this will help us to maintain such a generous deal in a comfortable atmosphere.
About Our Backgammon Group
Our group started in June 2015 and has now run more than 400 official meetups plus over 200 informal gatherings. With just over 2,000 members, we’re the largest backgammon group in the UK, and we're known for our warmth, humour and friendliness. We typically meet fortnightly on Sundays, with around twenty or so regulars along with new players each time.
Everyone is welcome, whatever your level.
Dinner, drinks and playing time
We usually sit down for a relaxed group meal around 6pm, but you’re free to order whenever it suits you. Many people arrive early, stay late, and dip in and out of games between food and drinks.
RSVP
Please RSVP as soon as you can, as it really helps with planning, especially at this popular venue.
Bring your own board
If you have a backgammon board, please bring it. If you don’t, just post a note on the Meetup page or message me and we’ll match you up. It’s always fun to see the variety of boards people bring along.
Meetup fee
£4 per person. This small contribution helps pay Meetup, cover tip, admin, hosting and other organisational costs that keep the group running smoothly.
Etiquette
Let’s keep things friendly and respectful over the board, and please thank the lovely Gest staff for hosting us. If anything crops up during the event, just have a quiet word with me.
Backgammon rules
We play under international backgammon tournament rules, with one or two minor exceptions. Full details are on our Meetup page.
Contact
If you need help finding the venue or have any questions, call or text me on 07956 263451.
Please avoid sending Meetup messages within two hours of start time, as they may not be seen in time.
Looking forward to rolling dice and sharing another brilliant Sunday with you all – and to celebrating the New Year at Gest for the fifth time.
Best wishes,
Chris Sattaur 🤗
Cardfight! Vanguard Tournament Sunday
**Address: 210-212 Southwark Park Road, London SE16 3RX**
**Doors Open 12pm Event starts 12:30pm-5pm**
**Player Capacity: 12 players**
Welcome to our **Cardfight!Vanguard TCG** Constructed Tournament. The event consists of 3 to 5 rounds of Swiss and prizing is distributed to players with a positive record. To participate in the event, alongside your **ticket purchase on our [website](https://www.thebrotherhoodgames.co.uk/cardfight-vanguard-events)**, you will be asked to register on the desk to be entered into the tournament. We will hand out a promo pack for entry to the tournament. If you are unfamiliar, please ask our member of staff upon arrival to the store where a member of staff will be happy to assist.
If you haven't already, please join our Instagram, YouTube and Discord Server for news about upcoming events, announcements, and social interaction with your fellow players!
*The Brotherhood Games Discord*
https://discord.com/invite/SJaQXyeNXx
🏀Full court 5V5 Games - East London📍Canning Town 📶 Mixed Ability
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/46171
**Game Description:**
We’re hosting a high-energy Full Court 5v5 session.
This is for players who want a fast pace with a structured "winner stays on" format.
Here is the breakdown of rules:
**Game Format & Scoring**
• Scoring: Games are played to 7 points.
• Value: 1s and 2s (standard scoring applies).
• Time Limit: Each game is capped at 7 minutes to keep the rotation moving.
• Check Ball: All fouls result in a check-up at the top of the key. Let’s keep it clean and competitive!
**Rotation Rules**
• Winner Stays On
• The Streak Limit: To ensure everyone gets maximum playing time, a team must rotate off after 3 consecutive wins.
• Teams of 6: Each team has one sub. Please manage your own rotations fairly so everyone catches a breather.
**Essentials**
• Arrive early: Please be ready to warm up 5 minutes before the start time.
• Bibs: Provided on-site (or bring a light and dark shirt just in case).
• Vibe: Competitive but respectful. We’re here to get a run in and have a good time.
**On site parking**
Showers & Changing Rooms
**Rules**
Games up to 7 points, 2 and 1s
7 minute games
Winner stays on
3 wins in a row and off
Teams of 6 - one sub
Fouls check up top
Shadowverse Tournament Sunday
**Address: 210-212 Southwark Park Road, London SE16 3RX**
**Doors Open 12pm Event starts 12:30pm-5pm**
**Player Capacity: 8 players**
Welcome to our **Shadowverse TCG** Constructed Tournament. The day consists of 3 to 5 rounds of Swiss and prizing is distributed to players with a positive record.
To participate in the event, alongside your **ticket purchase on our [website](https://www.thebrotherhoodgames.co.uk/shadowverse-evolve-events)**, you will be asked to register on the Bushinavi app. We use this app for our tournament. We will hand out a promo pack for the tournament. If you are unfamiliar, please ask our member of staff upon arrival to the store where a member of staff will be happy to assist.
If you haven't already, please join our Instagram, YouTube and Discord Server for news about upcoming events, announcements, and social interaction with your fellow players!
*The Brotherhood Games Discord*
https://discord.com/invite/SJaQXyeNXx
🏀 94. Feet Hoops Run📍Elephant & Castle 📶 Advanced
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/44129
**Game Description:**
🏀 94 FEET – The Run
🔥 Multinational. Competitive. Focused on Growth.
Welcome to 94 Feet — where hoopers from all backgrounds come together to compete, connect, and elevate.
**Rules**
5v5v5
Games to 13 (3s and 2s)
Winner stays on
18+ only
HoloLive Tournament Sunday
**Address: 210-212 Southwark Park Road, London SE16 3RX**
**Doors Open 12pm Event starts 12:30pm-5pm**
**Player Capacity: 20 players**
Welcome toour **Hololive TCG** Constructed Tournament. The event consists of 3 to 5 rounds of Swiss and prizing is distributed to players with a positive record.
To participate in the event, alongside your **ticket purchase on [our website](https://www.thebrotherhoodgames.co.uk/hololive-events)**, you will be asked to register on the desk to be entered into the tournament. We will hand out a promo pack for entry to the tournament. If you are unfamiliar, please ask our member of staff upon arrival to the store where a member of staff will be happy to assist.
If you haven't already, please join our Instagram, YouTube and Discord Server for news about upcoming events, announcements, and social interaction with your fellow players!
*The Brotherhood Games Discord*
https://discord.com/invite/SJaQXyeNXx
🏀Dracula Basketball - Full Court📍Wapping 📶 Upper Intermediate
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/43274
**Game Description:**
Join us in East London, John Orwell Centre in Wapping.
Full-court, 3 teams, 5v5. A team stays on twice in a row regardless of win or lose (Apart from the first game of the session when the winning team stays on).
A good game level. Quite inclusive. A mix of regulars and guests.
**How to get there:**
Come in either from Wapping Overground station (5’ away from the venue).
Or via bus 100 or D3 and stop at Wapping Health Centre.
Via DLR from either Shadwell or Towergate stations.
Closest underground station is Tower Hill (15’ walk).
Whatsapp Valentin on 07879011856 for more details.
**Rules**
11 points or 8 minutes game:
2 points each shot inside the circle
3 points from outside
No free throws
No advantages, as in whichever team reaches 11 points first wins. But each team must rotate after being on twice in a row.
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Casual Boardgames - make friends, then beat them in games
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.
Board games at The Forge
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 neighboring Mexican restaurant that is free and easy to walk from but it's a bit hidden.
(Dresden Sister City) Stammtisch
# **The Ostrich Social**
#### **3408 Indianola Ave**
BYOB / Pizza will be provided so Please RSVP
Dresden Stammtisch is a monthly social gathering for members and friends of Dresden Sister City, Inc. The event is free and open to the public. We speak German or English - it is largely up to you!
CABS March First Friday 3/6
Our First Friday meeting of the month. Come join us !!! Your first visit is FREE!!!
Columbus Chess Club
This is a time where players of all ages, and skill levels can gather and enjoy a nice Sunday full of Chess!
Sunday Board Games at Land-Grant Brewing
We'll play board games at the [Land-Grant Brewing Company](https://landgrantbrewing.com/). The brewery has multiple [food trucks](https://landgrantbrewing.com/food/) on Sundays, including [Ray Ray's Hog Pit](https://rayrayshogpit.com/franklinton), [Buck City Sammies](https://www.buckcitysammies.com/menu), and [Hai Poké](https://www.haipokefoodtruck.com/).
The brewery also has (passable) drip coffee, free water, and Jeni's ice cream. You can also walk over to the [Land Grant Extension](https://callinyourbluffcoffee.com/) for "real" coffee. (You may have to stand in line, though. The Extension is popular.)
You can come late or leave early. Please just sign up so I know to expect you.
**Notes on Parking**
* You'll (probably) have to park on the street, but street parking is free on Sundays.
* There are [parking garages](https://landgrantbrewing.com/parking/) a little farther away if you want. These are obviously not free, though.
* There is a [lot next door](https://www.google.com/maps/place/39%C2%B057'26.0%22N+83%C2%B000'40.9%22W/@39.957211,-83.0119921,19z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m12!1m7!3m6!1s0x88388f3efd89238b:0xc139207386232411!2sLand-Grant+Brewing+Company!8m2!3d39.9577613!4d-83.011426!16s%2Fg%2F1pzt7t9df!3m3!8m2!3d39.957211!4d-83.011347?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDEyMS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3MUgBUAM%3D) to the brewery that you're allowed to park in, but it is not free. I've never parked there, so I don't know anything about rates. (I'm told though that if you eat at Milo's Deli next door to this lot that Milo's will stamp your parking so it's free.)
* You're going to see odd signs on [Lucas St](https://www.google.com/maps/place/39%C2%B057'26.1%22N+83%C2%B000'40.3%22W/@39.957256,-83.0124134,19z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m10!1m5!3m4!2zMznCsDU3JzI4LjgiTiA4M8KwMDAnNDEuNSJX!8m2!3d39.957993!4d-83.011536!3m3!8m2!3d39.957256!4d-83.011197?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDEyMS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3MUgBUAM%3D) (saying it's a "private street") that will lead you to believe you're not allowed to park there, but you actually are.
* Columbus parking cops literally do not work on Sundays. This means that, even if you're driving a non-EV, you can park in the EV spots near the brewery.
**Games**
I do bring many games, but please bring some of your own as well.























