Live Card Games- Spades Meet ups
As well as enjoying a game of cards online, people also meet regularly to enjoy playing their favourite game of spades.
Throwin' Thursdays |
EVENT FLOW #1. 7:00pm - Players are partnered up as they arrive and seat themselves. This means if you get there early and there are odd numbers, you will get to play if you are at a table with 4 players! #2. 8:15pm - Players are partnered up by drawing cards. High cards of like suits partner and low cards of like suits partner. If there is an odd number of players, "out" cards are included in the draw and luck determines who sits out. BREAK #3. 9:30pm - Players choose their partners. NOTE: most of our long standing members have regular partners. This game is competitive in nature (ie a pretty silent game) and is played to the score of 500 points without a time limit. After the structured play feel free to stay and play more! FOR ANYONE ARRIVING AFTER THE START TIME - In the past we have given late arrivers and automatic "in" to the next game. However, with the increasing size of the group the more unfair this practice has become. We will now all draw for sit outs WHEN the number is uneven and it is necessary to have people sit out. I would appreciate if everyone would remember to RSVP respectfully. Meaning don't change at the last minute, show up on time, and if you rsvp YES show up! Please remember 3 no shows and you are removed from the group! We understand and take into consideration that LIFE happens. However, no shows and late change rsvps should be the exception NOT the rule. No one likes to sit out and wait for a game ;-) *please remember to show up early to eat EXAMPLE RSVPs "all 3 please" "will be there for 2nd game ONLY" STYLE OF PLAY We play the "modern" game of spades as oppossed to the classic game. Classic being with jokers, 2 high, board of 4, blind/double nil, negotiated bidding, bump ups etc... The Modern game is played straight suits, no jokers, no board, bidding starts to the left of the dealer and continues clockwise with no bump ups or negotiating. We play with bags. Meaning, after you have 10 bags you go back 100 points in score. Bags being tricks taken above and beyond your bid. You can bid nil, making 100 points if you take no tricks and minus 100 for taking a trick. There are no blind/double nils. Spades cannot be played until they are broken. Our group adhers to a more strict view on sportsmanlike conduct. This means we frown upon table talk, verbal cues, or smack talk. Thursday, September 9 at 7:00 PM Attending: 11 Details: http://www.meetup.com/alexandria-spades/calendar/14651319/ |
Thomas Apartments Whist Game |
I run a Duplicate Whist Game in Taunton MA. on Thursday Duplicate Whist if you have never played it, is played just The only differences are the cards are passed on trays called Each board will take its turn in being trump starting with So basically it's the same game without cutting the deck and You also play with the same partner for the whole night; you You can come with a partner or come yourself. Duplicate Whist is a good game for small groups. We normally between 5 to 8 tables on most nights. There are no prizes; you will just get a score card, one score The cost is free, just a donation cover refreshments. I hope you can come we would love to have you. And bring some Taunton, MA 02780 - USA Thursday, September 9 at 7:00 PM Attending: 3 Details: http://www.meetup.com/Taunton-Whist/calendar/13944893/ |
Thursday Night Gaming at Margareeeettttaaaa's |
Margaret has a good assortment of party and board games along w/ a deck of cards. You're welcome to bring your favorite game(s) as well. There are plenty of rooms and tables for people to play. Margaret will provide some snacks and some drinks but you should probably BYOB. Parking is in the front of the house. There is NO parking on the side of the house. Also, please don't forget a $1.00 for Nina to help cover the website fees for this awesome group. You're welcome to join Margaret for dinner at 6ish as well as long as you send her an email or call her within 24 hours of the event to let her know you're coming. Any contributions will be gladly accepted, but pls let her know so she can adjust the menu if necessary. Colchester, CT 06415 - USA Thursday, September 9 at 7:00 PM Attending: 9 Details: http://www.meetup.com/The-CardBoard-Players-Club/calendar/14561864/ |
Spades night (9/10) |
It's the 2nd Friday of the month, that must mean Spades night!!! Players of all levels come along. When you RSVP let us know what "Skill level" you are. We'll try to match player levels up. Restaurant closes at 10pm, we'll stay until at least 10:30. PLEASE RSVP if you intend to attend. Also remember it's $1 at the door when you sign in. Thanks!!! Looking forward to seeing you there! Marietta, GA 30067 - USA Friday, September 10 at 6:00 PM Attending: 27 Fee: Price: USD 1.00 per person Details: http://www.meetup.com/spades-244/calendar/14539245/ |
Drive in movie and dinner |
So the line up for the night is Resident evil: afterlife and the Takers or Toy Story 3 and Shrek Ever after. I imagine the adule movies will be more popular but am up for either. Dinner and Drive-in movie night. Carpooling is always an option lets all post who wants to meet and where are good locations. Lotawata - 311 Salem Place • Fairview Heights • Illinois • (618) 628-7373 Lotawata is a Southern Grill, comfort food, big portions, and just plain good. You are guaranteed leave with leftovers for the next day( sometimes even 2 days!) Health food this is not!!!! BTW for those interested, there are drinks available. They serve over half a million customers a year, myself included several times. They dish out over 25 tons of their famous hand-cut seasoned fries each month. They use only the finest and freshest ingredients, such as over 2,000 lbs of real butter and 3 tons of corn feed USDA aged beef a month ,and over 50 gallons each week of real cream. Fresh baked bread and their special Sweet butter compliment every meal! Skyview Drive-in 5700 North Belt West Belleville, Il 62223 Obviously since the movie is outside they must wait 'til after sunset before playing playing the movie. Sunset will be 7:17pm look for the movie to start closer to civil twilight at 7:40 pm maybe later. No speakers are provided, so bring a radio and extra batteries, unless you want to test your car's battery through 2 movies... bring chairs or blankets, you do not need to stay in your car. But you may need a jacket. THIS IS A CASH ONLY BUSINESS Be sure to bring money or run to the Schnucks next door if needed. Fairview Heights, IL 62269 - USA Friday, September 10 at 5:45 PM Attending: 1 Details: http://www.meetup.com/friends-201/calendar/14527516/ |
Bunco party @ Linda's |
Bunco is a dice game played at a table of 4 where you and your partner try to beat out the opposition. Collect points by rolling 3 dice in an attempt to roll the target number( Round 1 aim for the number 1, round 2 aim for number 2 and so on.) Lots of luck and a little bit of skill will help lead you to victory in this friendly battle. Linda has generously offered to host games once a month. Since its a private residence we will send out only to those who RSVP yes or maybe. Maryland Heights, MO 63043 - USA Friday, September 10 at 7:00 PM Attending: 6 Details: http://www.meetup.com/friends-201/calendar/14607540/ |
Not Cards: King Richard's Faire |
Huzzah! After last years trip to King Richard's Faire, we're decided to do it again! For those who aren't familar with the Faire: King Richard’s Faire is New England’s largest and longest-running Renaissance Festival. It is a vivid recreation of a 16th century English marketplace at festival time. Actors, dancers, puppeteers, jugglers, minstrels, mimes, magicians and musicians perform each weekend. Many new acts have been added to the list this year along with a jam-packed schedule of special events that encourages faire goers to join in the fun. The Faire is located in Carver, Massachusetts. Here are some highlights from last year's trip:     For more information, visit their website: http://www.kingrichar... HOW WE WILL MEET WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Carver, MA 02330 - USA Saturday, September 11 at 11:30 AM Attending: 9 Details: http://www.cardsconversation.org/calendar/14545412/ |
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