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Save the Date! Sat, 8/16 is our next Grotto Event!
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What is the Grotto?
THE GROTTO
This is our big event, It is an all-day, fun board-gaming experience and is really two events combined into one:
- 2-7pm Strategy games (some games are 3+hrs long)
- 7pm-11pm: Newbies are welcome (feat. shorter games)
Location: Odyssey Games in Pasadena, CA
When: For dates, see calendar below and our "calendar" is on Meetup (above).
Our main rule: no grumpy, bossy, or mean people.
- Cost $5 per person. (admission is an all-day access pass)
- Outside food is allowed, but please be neat.
- Children under 16 must be supervised and accompanied by an adult. (limit: 1 child for every supervising adult)
Event Calendar
Aug 16, 2025
THE GROTTO
2pm
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11pm
Odyssey Games, Pasadena, CA
Event Details
Aug 16, 2025
THE GROTTO
All-day board gaming. Sat, 8/16/2025 (see above for details)
2pm
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11pm
Odyssey Games, Pasadena, CA
Aug 23, 2025
Play games - Glendora Public Marketplace
1pm
-
6pm
Odyssey Games, Pasadena, CA
Event Details
Aug 23, 2025
Play games - Glendora Public Marketplace
Saturday. Open board gaming
1pm
-
6pm
Odyssey Games, Pasadena, CA
Sep 4, 2025
Marvel Dice Throne Tournament
7pm
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11pm
Odyssey Games, Pasadena, CA
Event Details
Sep 4, 2025
Marvel Dice Throne Tournament
Thr night at Odyssey games in Pasadena
7pm
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11pm
Odyssey Games, Pasadena, CA
Sep 6, 2025
Play games - LA Central Library
11am
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4:30pm
Odyssey Games, Pasadena, CA
Event Details
Sep 6, 2025
Play games - LA Central Library
Saturday. Open gaming. $1 parking with LA library card.
11am
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4:30pm
Odyssey Games, Pasadena, CA
Event Calendar (cont)
Oct 4, 2025
Play games - Chinatown
5pm
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11:45pm
Odyssey Games, Pasadena, CA
Event Details
Oct 4, 2025
Play games - Chinatown
Saturday night. Open gaming. $6 entry. Outside food is ok.
5pm
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11:45pm
Odyssey Games, Pasadena, CA
Nov 15, 2025
THE GROTTO
2pm
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11pm
Odyssey Games, Pasadena, CA
Event Details
Nov 15, 2025
THE GROTTO
All-day board gaming. Sat, 11/15/2025 (see above for details)
2pm
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11pm
Odyssey Games, Pasadena, CA
Purpose
Our Mission Statement
In a world where many crave connection, we come together for more than just gaming—we build friendships that last. Our community is a place where laughter, camaraderie, and shared adventures turn strangers into friends.
Games are just the beginning; the real wins are the bonds we create. Join us and be part of something bigger.
Our Values
Our main rule is: No grumpy, bossy, or mean people.
Remember: Winning a game is not the only goal; a welcoming environment means we all win.
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