Event Highlight: Analog Game Night

Howdy e'rybody! Just wanted to give you a little update on the awesome that is Analog Game Night. We're now up to bimonthly, with board and card game fun to be had on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month.

Last Thursday was the first time we went for the second night a month, and given only two days' notice, we still had 11 people show up to play Isla Dorada and The Good, The Bad, and The Munchkin.

There was also poi, Chex mix, a yoga demonstration, and excellent taste in beer.

So now you know. Y'all come now, and bring games, friends, and beer if you're so inclined and of age. It's a good time, and has been a great way to introduce new folks to the space.

Incidentally, I am also learning to make videos and work a DSLR, so we made this time lapse video of the first few hours of the evening. Enjoy.

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