New gaming store in Glens Falls, NY |
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Submitted by DC on Sun, 07/13/2008 - 22:42.
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We're happy to help spread the word about Cooper's Cave Games & Paintball, a brand new store in Glens Falls, NY. Cooper's Cave Games & Paintball LLC has the largest selections of games, sportscards, and paintball supplies in Upstate New York. We also have a large selection of used DVD's and video games. Magic Tournaments are held on Fridays at 5PM and Saturdays at 1PM. Feel free to come in anytime and use our dedicated gaming tables. We'll stay open late to accomadate leagues and gaming groups as they form. All gamers welcome!! We are located at: 18A Saratoga Ave South Glens Falls, NY Hours: M-Th 12-6PM Fri-Sat 11AM-7PM Sun CLOSE 518-745-GAME www.CoopersCavePaintball.com "operated by gamers, for gamers" |
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Game-a-thon: Saturday, July 19th, 2008 |
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Submitted by DC on Sat, 07/12/2008 - 15:41.
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It's the peak of summer, so the schedule is a little light this month. But, don't forget that July is one of our quarterly Swap Meet months! Think of it as a community Garage Sale for old games you want to get off your shelf. See the July Game-a-thon page for more info. Here's the event lineup: Morning Session ( 11am - 4pm )
For more information, including full event descriptions, click here for the July Game-a-thon page. Several event descriptions have links to
BoardGameGeek. Check them out for game reviews, pictures, rules and
player aids. We hope to see you there. |
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Carnage (November 7-9), Call for GMs |
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Submitted by DC on Sat, 07/12/2008 - 15:27.
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Hey all, Carnage 11 is looking for GMs to run Board games. Carnage will be held again this year in Fairlee VT from Nov 7-9. We alreday have many great games planned, but we are always looking for more games to offer! We are looking for new and exciting games as well as the classic board games. Come to the website: www.carnagecon.com to sign up to run a game or two. (Does not have to be a board game, minatures, or RPGs are welcome!) The deadline is July 31st!! Some Board games already planned for this years Carnage:
We are looking for GMs to run some of the following games:
This is by no means a comprhensive list. If you have a board game you love, than offer to run it at Carnage! Like I said above, we are looking for new and exciting, as well as the classics. So let us know what board games you want to see at this years Carnage, or come run one of your favorites! Thanks for your support...looking forward to a great year at Carnage: We go to 11! Rod Sheldon VP Carange Gaming |
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Looking for Games & GMs for the Summer Game-a-thons |
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Submitted by DC on Sat, 06/28/2008 - 10:07.
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We're recruiting GMs for the Summer Game-a-thons (July 19th, August 9th & September 13th). We have been seeing many of the same people GMing every month at the SWA Game-a-thons, and we appreciate their enthusiasm and dedication. But we would love to mix it up a bit and see some new people, or those haven’t GM’d in a while, step up to the plate. Hopefully this will result in different games being run and maybe even bring in some new gamers. The July 19th Game-a-thon is coming quickly so we need to get started. Can you help us by running a game? As you know, each Game-a-thon has two 5-hour slots: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM 5:00 PM - 10:00 PM+ (games can run later, no problem). As usual July will probably have:
But we're specifically looking for GMs to run: Eurogames! A pair of shorter Euro games, especially for the 11am time slot, would be great. With the intent of both in the one 5-hour. Ideally, we'll have one established, popular game, and one newer game, but this is not mandatory - just an idea. An "Avalon Hill Classic" for the 5pm slot, something like Advanced Civilization, Age of Renaissance, History of the World, etc. Or anything else that you'd like to run in July. Maybe a new game or one you haven’t seen run at an SWA event, especially if it is popular. If you would like run an event fill out the form here: If you would request a specific game be GM'd by someone else you can do so here: Also, don't forget that July is a Swap Meet month. Bring some stuff that you'd like to clear off your shelves. Or, bring some extra money to buy stuff to put up on your shelves! |
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More info on National Free RPG Day |
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Submitted by DC on Wed, 06/18/2008 - 21:50.
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The nation-wide "Free RPG Day" events will be happening at not one, but two local gaming stores this Saturday, June 21st. Zombie Planet
Info Link: http://www.edenstudios.net/zombieplanet/
Flights of Fantasy Info Link: http://fof.net/calendar.html National Event Link: http://www.freerpgday.com/ Enjoy! |
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Game-a-thon: Saturday, June 21, 2008 |
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Submitted by DC on Wed, 06/11/2008 - 00:24.
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The June Game-a-thon happens to be on the first day of Summer this year. But don't worry, we've got air conditioning and lots of elbow room at the Studio of Bridge and Games. And, some good gaming events. Please take a look... Morning Session ( 11am - 4pm )
For more information, including full event descriptions, click here for the June Game-a-thon page. Several event descriptions have links to
BoardGameGeek. Check them out for game reviews, pictures, rules and
player aids. We hope to see you there. |
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Photo Album up-and-running on the SWA Web Site |
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Submitted by DC on Mon, 06/02/2008 - 19:55.
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You've been asking for it for years, and we've finally got it implemented! Jarrod, the SWA's designated Photo Czar, has started posting pictures on the web site. So far, he has Council of Five Nations pictures dating back to 2001. If anyone has any other pictures they would like posted on the site, please feel free to get them to Jarrod or any other SWA czar so that they can be given to Jarrod. Jarrod asks that the photos to be saved in digital format onto a CD-ROM or DVD+R disk. He is also asking that fellow gamers feel free to take pictures at monthly Game-a-thons or other SWA events to be posted on the site. These photos will convey what the SWA has to offer to the gaming community and hopefully will increase attendance at both the Game-a-thons and Council of Five Nations. You can see the current photo offerings here: http://www.swa-gaming.org/image Or, click the "Photos" link on any page of the SWA web site. It's located in the horizontal menu in the darker-shaded bar below the title and ad banners. |
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Army of Ireland, a new game published by SWA Member Dave Cuatt |
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Submitted by DC on Mon, 06/02/2008 - 19:33.
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SWA member David Cuatt announces the release of his newest game by Fiery Dragon Productions: Army of Ireland, The Battle of Ridgeway 1866. Special thanks to all the SWA folks who helped in the development and playtesting of this game. Army of Ireland is a tactical level recreation of the historically significant Battle of Ridgeway, where encroaching Fenians (Irish-American ACW veterans) clashed with spirited Canadian militia in what is now Ontario. You can get a lot more details about Army of Ireland here: http://www.boardgamegeek.com/game/36486 |
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Boston Massacre Diplomacy Tournament |
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Submitted by DC on Sun, 05/11/2008 - 20:33.
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The Boston Massacre Diplomacy Tournament dates are set for the 21st/22nd of June 2008 at Pandemonium Books and Games, 4 Pleasant St, Cambridge MA 02139. That's right in the heart of Central Square. The tournament will be played over three rounds. While it is not compulsory to play in all rounds, you will obviously be more competitive in the tournament if you do. To play in a particular round you should arrive before: Round 1: 9am Saturday 21st Round 2: 3pm Saturday 21st Round 3: 9am Sunday 22nd The scoring system will be Detour98F - so supply centers and lead matter at the end of a game. There will be trophies for 1st/2nd/3rd and Best Country Lobsters plus others Registration Fee will be $25 for the tournament or $10 per game. Proceeds will go towards tournament expenses including trophies and snacks and the venue for extending their opening hours especially for us. There will be an evening of grilling and socializing at my house 6 Blackwood St #B2 Boston MA on the Friday night before the tournament For accommodation options: The nearest hotel for those who like luxury is the Le Meridian Cambridge (Hotel@MIT). But at $200+ per night it's a little on the pricey side. For those that don't mind a bus or short taxi ride the Summer hostel at Fenway is a much more reasonable alternative at ~$40 per night. Email me if your up for this so I can organize private shared rooms with Tournament attendees. And for the financially challenged we should be able to find a couch or two around for those that prefer to sleep for free. Transport options: We usually have people come from all over New England so if you'd like to come, but are not sure how to get yourself from A to B email me and I'll see if I can hook you up with a lift. Central Square is serviced well by the MBTA with at least 6 different bus routes and the Red line dropping you off at the Venue doorstep. To register your attendance or interest email me at melissa_call@dfci.harvard.edu. You can also keep up on the most recent announcements at the Diplomacy World Blog: http://blog.diplomacyworld.net/ |
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Game-a-thon: Saturday, May 17, 2008 |
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Submitted by DC on Sun, 05/04/2008 - 16:13.
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Reminder: This month's SWA Game-a-thon was originally scheduled for May 10th. Some of you may still have that date on your calendar. We had to bump it down a week because of an availability conflict at the Studio of Bridge and Games. Please take note! Anyway, on to this month's events... Both Sessions ( 11am - 10pm+ ) Morning Session ( 11am - 4pm )
For more information, including full event descriptions, click here for the May Game-a-thon page. Several event descriptions have links to
BoardGameGeek. Check them out for game reviews, pictures, rules and
player aids. We hope to see you there. |
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