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Board games at The Forge

Board games at The Forge

Wed, Jul 22, 10:00 PM
From Board Games At Bars
4.8

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.

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Board games at The Forge

Board games at The Forge

Wed, Jul 29, 10:00 PM
From Board Games At Bars
4.8

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.

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6 attendees
Board games at The Forge

Board games at The Forge

Wed, Aug 5, 10:00 PM
From Board Games At Bars
4.8

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.

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All Fem Board Game Night

All Fem Board Game Night

Wed, Jul 29, 10:00 PM
From Fem All Night Gaming

Join us for a night of board gaming with FANG (Fem All Night Gaming). **We are an all fem board game group** in Columbus, Ohio. No cis-men, please! We play modern hobby board games! If you're unsure what that is, we can teach you! We'll be meeting on the second floor of Giant Eagle Market in Grandview in their cafe area. Giant Eagle has a lot of food and beverage options including their hot foods bars. You are also welcome to bring in any outside food as well! Address: 840 W 3rd Ave, Columbus, OH 43212

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CABS Saturday Boardgaming 7/25

CABS Saturday Boardgaming 7/25

Sat, Jul 25, 2:00 PM
From Columbus Area Boardgaming Society
4.8

CABS Saturday Boardgaming 7/25 - your first visit is free. Join us for day of boardgaming !!! We have 2250+ games onsite for playing ...

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Casual Boardgames - make friends, then beat them in games

Casual Boardgames - make friends, then beat them in games

Thu, Aug 6, 10:30 PM
From Casual Boardgames - Worthington/Lewis Center
4.9

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.

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Meetup is designed to help people find and join groups and events based on shared interests, allowing users to meet new people and engage in local activities.

Search for 'over 50s' groups in the interests you have, like board games, to find local communities and events that match your age and interests.

Yes, you can join as many groups as you like on Meetup, allowing you to participate in different activities and meet diverse people.

Meetup is free to join and browse, though some events hosted by groups might have fees. Check event details for any potential costs.

To RSVP to an event, log in to your Meetup account, select the event you're interested in, and click the 'Attend' button.

Yes, there are board game Meetups specifically for individuals over 50, perfect for making connections while playing games.

Many board game groups welcome newcomers and often have games suitable for beginners, ensuring everyone can enjoy and participate.

If no local group exists, you can start your own or look for online events. Meetup encourages forming new communities around shared interests.

You can participate in online events if you'd prefer or if local options are limited, connecting with people virtually who share your interests.

No commitment is needed for every event. Attend based on your availability and interest and feel free to choose which fits your schedule.

Events are organized by group hosts or members, not directly by Meetup. Each group decides on the specifics of their events and schedules.

Organization varies by group and host. Some events may be exceptionally well-run, while others might be more casual. Review a group's history or attendee feedback for insights.

While joining Meetup increases opportunities to meet others, forming friendships depends on shared interests and interactions among participants.

Most board game groups for over 50s focus on games for adults, ranging from classic board games to modern strategy games.

Meetup focuses on events and groups rather than specific locations like cafes, but event hosts may use such venues for gatherings.