Video Game Design

Do you want to create an amazing game, meet cool people, and learn new skills? We are going to be hosting a game jam starting on June 12th! A game jam is a dedicated time to try making a game from start to finish. You can build your game development skills, network with other game developers, and finish with a cool project that you can share! We are open to all experience levels, from people who make games professionally to people who have never made a game before. For more details about the game jam itself: join up on the Itch site: [https://itch.io/jam/district-jam-7](https://itch.io/jam/district-jam-7) We will have an on-site location at George Mason University: 4400 University Dr, Fairfax, VA 22030 Johnson Center third floor - Meeting Room E Schedule: Friday 6/12 * 6:00 PM - Site opens * 7:00 PM - Jam starts * 10:00 PM - Room closes Saturday 6/13 * 10:00 AM - Room opens * 10:00 PM - Room closes Sunday 6/14 * 10:00 AM - Room opens * 4:00 PM - Jam submission deadline and game presentations * 6:00 PM - Room closes

**Location**: Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library (Virginia) Conference Room A game development **Working Session** involves 3 key parts: 1. Tell people what you're going to do 2. Actually do stuff 3. Show people what you did That's what we'll be doing for this meeting. We'll briefly tell each other what we're going to do, then work on our projects, then at around 5:30 wrap up to show each other what we did and chat for a bit. You don't have to stay the whole time, so feel free to drop in and out as you have time. All game development skill levels welcome. Whether you're bringing a game you're trying to ship in a month, or you're just planning on following some tutorials or trying out a new tool to improve your skills, use this time to make progress. Working sessions also train you to think about the scope of your work: pick a chunk of work that you can complete in the time that we have. That way you can end the working session with a feeling of accomplishment! **What to bring**: Laptop, Charger, maybe a power strip if you have one handy, any other game development tools you need. Try to download any software you need before the working session. There is Wifi at this location, but it may be slow if you have to download any large files.

**Location**: Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library (Virginia) Conference Room A game development **Working Session** involves 3 key parts: 1. Tell people what you're going to do 2. Actually do stuff 3. Show people what you did That's what we'll be doing for this meeting. We'll briefly tell each other what we're going to do, then work on our projects, then at around 5:30 wrap up to show each other what we did and chat for a bit. You don't have to stay the whole time, so feel free to drop in and out as you have time. All game development skill levels welcome. Whether you're bringing a game you're trying to ship in a month, or you're just planning on following some tutorials or trying out a new tool to improve your skills, use this time to make progress. Working sessions also train you to think about the scope of your work: pick a chunk of work that you can complete in the time that we have. That way you can end the working session with a feeling of accomplishment! **What to bring**: Laptop, Charger, maybe a power strip if you have one handy, any other game development tools you need. Try to download any software you need before the working session. There is Wifi at this location, but it may be slow if you have to download any large files.

**Location**: Tysons-Pimmit Regional Library (Virginia) Conference Room A game development **Working Session** involves 3 key parts: 1. Tell people what you're going to do 2. Actually do stuff 3. Show people what you did That's what we'll be doing for this meeting. We'll briefly tell each other what we're going to do, then work on our projects, then at around 5:30 wrap up to show each other what we did and chat for a bit. You don't have to stay the whole time, so feel free to drop in and out as you have time. All game development skill levels welcome. Whether you're bringing a game you're trying to ship in a month, or you're just planning on following some tutorials or trying out a new tool to improve your skills, use this time to make progress. Working sessions also train you to think about the scope of your work: pick a chunk of work that you can complete in the time that we have. That way you can end the working session with a feeling of accomplishment! **What to bring**: Laptop, Charger, maybe a power strip if you have one handy, any other game development tools you need. Try to download any software you need before the working session. There is Wifi at this location, but it may be slow if you have to download any large files.

Join us every Wednesday for a lively evening of Mahjong, popcorn, prosecco, and great company in a beautifully curated space. This meet up is designed for Mahjong lovers who want to play at all levels, socialize, and enjoy a fun midweek outing with others who already know the game. Various playing levels are welcome, but this is not a beginner lesson. Pull up a chair, mix and mingle between rounds, and enjoy a relaxed atmosphere centered around tiles, conversation, and community. Whether you come with friends or arrive solo, you’ll find a welcoming table waiting for you. Be sure to bring your 2026 NMJL card.

Join local video game developers, artists, musicians and writers to talk about the art and science of game development. Bring a device and demo your game, talk shop, find like minded folks to join forces with, have a snack or a beverage among new friends. We are an informal meetup where we share what we've been working on and socialize. Come for all or just a bit of the time!

VIRTUAL PRESENTER. NOTE SPECIAL DATE: 2ND TUESDAY IN THE MONTH .NET 10 is here alongside a practically rewritten Visual Studio 2026. Learn about the new C# 14 features, VS2026 niceties, and more!