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Dice and colored pieces on an illustrated board. Concept of board games.

During the month of November, we celebrate International Games Month to connect as a community around the educational, recreational, and social value of all types of games. Join us for board game bingo, a jigsaw puzzle swap and competition, kids and family crafts, and the return of our adult Night Off? Game On! program.

Board Game Bingo
Monday, November 6, 6 p.m.
For all ages
Join us for a board game themed session of Bingo as we celebrate International Games month! Registration required.

Puzzle Swap
Tuesday, November 14 
For all ages
Bring a puzzle, take a puzzle! Bring in puzzles you’ve played before to exchange for some new designs. No registration required.

Jigsaw Puzzle Competition
Tuesday, November 14, 6:30 p.m. 
For teens and adults
Puzzle solo or gather a team of up to four people and put your jigsaw puzzle skills to the test! Each registered team receives the same 500-piece puzzle and will have up to 2 hours to complete as much of the puzzle as possible. Registration required.

Let’s Play Lotería!
Saturday, November 18, 2:30 p.m.
For families
Listen, match, and win prizes during this fun, fast-paced bilingual bingo-like game of Lotería! Registration required.

Studio 60056: Mancala Edition
Monday, November 20, 10-11:15 a.m.
For ages 3 and older with an adult
Craft and create with us! We’ll provide an idea and supplies — you create your own masterpiece.
This session, in honor of International Games Month, learn about the ancient Egyptian game of mancala. Then make your own mancala set to take home and play. No registration required.

Family Maker Workshop: DIY Board Game
Tuesday, November 21, 4-5 p.m. 
For families
Create your own board game to play with family and friends! We’ll provide supplies — you’ll come up with the rules and design your game. No registration required.

Drop-in Fun: Games Galore!
Saturday, November 25, 10 a.m.-12 p.m.
For families
Pop in to the Youth Services Department and enjoy playing one of our board games during your library visit. No registration needed.

Night Off? Game On!
Wednesday, November 29, 7 p.m. 
For ages 18+Spend your night off playing tabletop games with other gaming enthusiasts! Games will be provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own. All experience levels are welcome! Registration required.

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