Cooperative Games Los Angeles

Rooftop Board Game Wednesdays

Join us at Tomat on our rooftop for board games every Wednesday evening from 5-8pm! We provide chess, checkers, scrabble, backgammon, and cards--though you're welcome to bring any of your favorites. Enjoy a sensational view of jets landing at LAX under our beautiful shade canopy. Our food has been featured on the Michelin Guide since opening, and our cocktail and wine lists have received awards from PUNCH and Wine Spectator, respectively. We offer seasonal beers from around LA, and a vast selection of Non-Alcoholic options.

Downey Library Game Day

Come play board games and card games with us at the Downey Library. We welcome starting players all the way to expert players. Please bring a copy of the games you would like to play, or we have copies to play. The Downey Public Library also has a collection of games to play. Some examples of popular board games are Ticket to Ride, Settlers of Catan, and Terraforming Mars. Some examples of popular card games are Flip 7, Century Spice Road, and Splendor. We like to learn new games and to teach new games. There is no fee, and food and drink is welcome, just please clean up after yourself. We are in the area, to the left of the main entrance. Note that there are no parking restrictions on the weekend or holidays; please respect the Embassy Suites reserved parking. Hosted by Mark Shocklee.

Board Games and Boba🧋!

🎲 Bring Your Own Board Game (optional) and jacket 🧥! Come hang out, meet great people, and enjoy a chill board game night at Namiko Studio Cafe ✨ Whether you’re a serious board gamer or just here for the vibes, everyone is welcome — even your 🐶💛. Part of the night we’ll be using their outside tables, and it gets pretty chilly, so please bring a really warm 🧥 jacket. We’ll have some games available, but feel free to bring a favorite you'd like to share! ✨ We’re grateful to this café for letting us use their space. If you’re able, **please support them by purchasing a drink or snack during the event.** Most importantly, bring positive energy ✨ and **be** **respectful and kind**, so that everyone can have a fun and comfortable time together 🌿💫 **IMPORTANT:** * The **cafe closes at 7:30pm** but the cafe is keeping the secret garden in the back open for us until 10:00pm. If you are coming to the event **after 7:30pm the front door will be closed and you will need to enter through the brown gate in the back** parking lot. You can find it by driving into the alley on N Edinburgh Ave and making a left into the black iron gate, then you will see the wooden brown gate. * **No outside food or drinks** are allowed**.** **PARKING:** * There are three free spots on N Edinburgh Ave. Make sure to always read the signs! * There is plenty of metered parking that is free after 8:00 pm. * You are also able to park in the gym spots in the back parking lot after 7:30pm only (the gym closes at 7:30 pm).

July 2026 - Playtest games at Geeky Teas!

**Players and game designers wanted for this open house style event! (NOTE: Due to an absolute deluge of events at Geeky Teas, there will be no FPLA June event at GT)** Please read the event schedule, and all members, new and old, should check out the Code of Conduct at the bottom of this text. **FEE:** $8 to play at Geeky Teas - payable at the event to Geeky Teas at front desk. Once paid, you're covered to play games ALL DAY. **DESIGNER SIGN UP**: If you have a game to test during session one or two we have a new sign up protocol: **Fill out the form here- [First Play Designer Signup](https://gorgeous-mule-37d.notion.site/1c9a3d4ed35b8034b34ced27ef3d1c40)** Please read the descriptions of each time to determine if your game is appropriate for a scheduled session. *Note: new members must come to First Play as a playtester at least once before having the opportunity to run a game. If this is your first time showing your game at FPLA, please introduce yourself to either Damon or Cassandra (one or both will be near the front of the room) before your session for a quick explainer on how to get your game to the table and what to expect from playtesting.* **SCHEDULE:** Game days have 3 segments. **You do not need to come for the whole day!** However, it is good etiquette if you are testing your own game to stay and test at least one other designer's game as well. 11:00am - 1:00 pm **OPEN PLAY TESTING** This is unstructured play time, ideal for short games (45min or less), 2 player games, and games that require a quieter environment. If you're a designer, grab an available table and let people know you are looking for players. If you're a player, just sit down at a game and play! **SESSION ONE** 1:15pm - 3:15pm **SESSION TWO** 3:30pm - 5:30pm Scheduled sessions are the core of First Play! This event we have three scheduled sessions, with about 4-6 games running during each time slot. Following moderator announcements, each designer running a game will have the opportunity to do an 'elevator pitch' to players. After which, players decide which game they want to play. Two hour sessions are ideal for games that are 60-90 minutes, and have been playtested multiple times before. After play, be sure to leave time to give and receive feedback. Oh, and sometimes we give away prizes! 5:30-6:30pm **DINNER BREAK** 6:30-10pm **THE SKUNKWORKS** This is unstructured time to test your wildest ideas. Bring the game that may break in 5 minutes, the one that requires 10 people, or the one that may involve crawling on the ground. Bring objects that *could* be games, half baked ideas, and untested print and plays. Take risks, be silly, and most importantly, have fun! **SPECIAL NOTES**: No outside food is permitted but there are snacks/drinks sold at Geeky Teas. Also, FYI - There are cats at the store, roaming but keep to themselves. Please read these guides, especially if you are new to design or playtesting- **[How to do better playtesting!](https://gorgeous-mule-37d.notion.site/How-to-do-better-playtesting-1c9a3d4ed35b807b9f6ff643b5635885)** **[How to explain rules for your confusing game prototype!](https://gorgeous-mule-37d.notion.site/How-to-explain-rules-for-your-confusing-game-prototype-1d3a3d4ed35b80c683e7e4f6953e8545)** **Code of Conduct Rules** 1. Be kind. 2. Seriously, be even more kind than you think you need to be. 3. Read the guidelines for giving and receiving feedback. 4. Respect the rules of our venues (Geeky Teas, Paper Heroes, Odyssey, etc). We will continue to be welcome as long as we continue to be good guests. 5. New members must come to First Play as a playtester at least once before having the opportunity to run a game. 6. If you have RSVP'd to run a game, show up for your time slot. If you do not show up for your time slot, you will get a strike against you. Two strikes and moderators will discuss next steps with you about if you will be allowed to continue running games. 7. Be respectful of other community members- give as much as you receive. Playtest other peoples' games, not just your own. 8. In the case of an unresolvable or continuing conflict, please let a moderator know so we can determine next steps. 9. You will receive a warning if a legitimate complaint is lodged against you. In the case of a continuous issue, a group of at least 3 moderators will discuss and determine next steps. Consistent bad behavior will lead to a group ban. **See you soon!** **Have questions?** For FAQ's, please see here - [First Play FAQ’s](https://gorgeous-mule-37d.notion.site/First-Play-FAQ-s-1d5a3d4ed35b809eadb7c5c72359521b) For a specific question please email *cassandra@ixiongameworks.com* For community conversations join the Cardboard Alchemy Discord: [https://discord.gg/2pYk3TT](https://discord.gg/2pYk3TT) \- find the \#first\-play\-la\-chat channel\!

Game Night @ Three Weavers Brewering

It’s on, Inglewood 🎲 Game Night Three Weavers is happening again! Come thirsty, leave victorious.

Board games and brews!

Join Us for Games, Drinks, and Food Looking for a fun, social way to unwind? Come join our board game meetup! We offer a wide variety of games for all kinds of players—whether you’re into strategy, party games, or laugh-out-loud chaos, there’s something here for you. Here are just some of the awesome games we’ll have on hand: ️ Catan - the original game that started it all. A fun way to build and gather resources. - Catan: Game of Thrones – Brotherhood of the Watch - Catan: Starfarers - Catan Expansions Werewolf, One Night Ultimate Werewolf, Clocktower, Avalon, Secret Hitler If you enjoy social deduction and casual gas-lighting then this is the place to play ‍♂️ Magic Maze A silent, real-time co-op game where you guide fantasy heroes through a mall to steal magical gear—without talking! Exploding Kittens Draw cards and try to avoid the Exploding Kitten! Fast, funny, and full of surprise twists. Unstable Unicorns Build your unicorn army and sabotage others in this cute-yet-cutthroat card game of magical destruction. Bang! A hidden-role Wild West game where players shoot, scheme, and try to outwit the Sheriff and outlaws alike. Bananagrams A fast-paced word game where you race to build crossword-style grids. Think Scrabble—but quicker and no turns! Anarchy Pancakes Stack and slap pancakes in a frantic race to match toppings. Perfect for groups and younger players! Neanderthal Poetry Speak only in caveman grunts and gestures to help your teammates guess the right word. Creative and hilarious! ️ Codenames: Pictures Give clever one-word clues to help your team find the right pictures on the board before the other team does. Trial by Trolley A dark and hilarious party game where one player controls a runaway trolley—and everyone else argues over who gets run over. Morally questionable fun! ⸻ And that’s not all—we have even more games than those listed! Our collection is always growing, and we love variety. Got a game you love? Bring it along! Whether it’s a hidden gem or a popular favorite, we’re always happy to try something new. Come for the games, stay for the good vibes and great company

Game Night: Blood on the Clocktower

Come hang out and play *Blood on the Clocktower*, a super fun social deduction game full of bluffing, guessing, and a little bit of chaos. **About Blood on the Clocktower** This is a social deduction game where \*everyone\* gets a secret role—some players are trying to solve the mystery, while others are secretly working against the group. You’ll be chatting, accusing, defending yourself, and trying to figure out who’s telling the truth (and who’s definitely not). Even if you get “killed,” you’re still in the game and part of the action -- you win or lose with your team at the end of the game. It’s easy to pick up, really engaging, and a great way to meet people or just have a memorable night. **Beginners and Veterans Welcome** Whether you've never played before, or are looking to play some more complex characters and scripts, we'd love to have you. Just show up ready to play and have fun. **Cost** Admission is $10, paid at the door, and includes pizza, drinks, and various other snacks. Studious Coworking graciously maintains and provides this event space and does a lot of the heavy lifting in creating third spaces and building community. Your admission fee helps them continue to provide space for community events like this. **Conduct** This is a respectful space for everyone. Please refrain from making unwelcome personal advances. Additionally, please remember that while bluffing and lying is a core part of Blood on the Clocktower, emotional abuse or coercion is not. Any behavior that makes others uncomfortable will not be tolerated and will result in getting banned from future events. **Parking** Meters on Broadway & Hill are $1.50/hr, for 2 hrs max. Meters stop at 8pm. $5 All Day Parking is available at: Mandarin Plaza \| 978 N Broadway Bamboo Plaza \| 420 Bernard St Free Parking is available at: Broadway in front of Casa Italiana/Cathedral High School (5 min walk to Studious). Studious is also across the street from the Metro A Line – Chinatown Station.

American Mah Jong Lesson

Join us for a lesson in American Mah Jong. I will guide you through the rules and strategies of American Mah Jong in a welcoming and inclusive environment. This session will focus on building connections and fostering a sense of community among those who share a passion for this traditional game. Don't miss this opportunity to learn American Mah Jong while enjoying the company of like-minded players. Note: This event is limited to vaccinated players only, ensuring a safe and worry-free experience for all participants.

Game Night - Common Space Brewery

It's time for another night of beers & games at Common Space Brewery! We're going to be at the brewery with a range of games for people to play for free, starting at 6PM - hope to see you there!

Saturday Game Night

I'm at Grismer Coves, apartment A11 - buzz 11 at the gate. First building, upstairs. There will be drinks in the fridge and a candy bowl on the table. If you'd like to bring something, great, but don't feel obligated. Vaccinated only. No mask required. FYI - I have a cat. The first 9 spots are open to anyone. After that, I will move some people from the waitlist to 'Going', but I give priority to folks who are regulars. BTW - I know parking can be a pain. Please follow these suggestions: 1. Look on Grismer. You might get lucky. 2. Drive down to the corner of Grismer and San Fernando. Turn right. 3. Park. There are always about 10 spaces there and it's only a block away. People don't look there because it feels like you're getting on the freeway.

Weekly Board Game Hang

Welcome back to our weekly Wednesday board game hang (previously as Nightcap Collective)! These gatherings exist to help you meet new people while doing something fun. Come on by between 6:30-9:30 pm and play from our collection, or bring your own favorites. We are no longer charging a cover but PLEASE pitch in by buying food and/or a drink from our coffee bar so we can keep the lights on and hangs happening 🙏 All skill levels and board game interests welcome - whether you're a beginner or advanced, looking for intense strategy or short, lighthearted games. We've got plenty of tables to group up by interest, meet your neighbor, and have a good time.

GBG Gay Board Gaymers LGBT+ $8 Cover (or $6) August Board Game Day