Games nights are a club favorite. And since we have the exclusive use of a local fitness center (it closes at 6) we get to do it all! Many of us start with wallyball in the racquetball courts. It’s like volleyball but you play off the walls. Some like regular volleyball or badminton, or even racquetball. There’s always a bunch of board and card games and don’t forget the food. We always have tons of great food that everyone brings.
I appreciate how easy it is to meet and get to know people without the strain of getting to know people. We had time to chat with a group before the game ended then we could pick another game to get to know even more people, or talk further with a new friend. Can you say new carpool buddy? There was always something going on so we never got caught in that ‘what do we talk about now’ situation there is usually when you go to a party where you don’t know anyone. Even sitting and watching the giant Jenga was fun since everyone ooo’d and aah’d as the tower grew, swayed and finally fell. Next month I intend on winning that one! Events and Adventures Dallas
Because it was followed by a day of water volleyball, sun, fun and E&A friends. We moved out to the pool deck after a nice brunch buffet by the lake. I love it when they have bacon. Some of us preferred to hang out in the lounge chairs or at the pool edge while the even-though-it-is Sunday-I’m-going-to work-hard members headed into the pool for a game of water volleyball. It was a beautiful day that wasn’t too hot so it was great to just kick back in the sun and watch the game. Even the new members got in the action and played. Events And Adventures Dallas
I love meeting new members and watching them bloom. At the new member ice breaker we did a couple introduction games that were fun, easy and not uncomfortable like so many are. They got people talking but didn’t put anyone on the spot but really got them engaged. Then many of the existing members joined us for games night after the ice breaker. People started opening up. They met existing members who have been around for 2 months or even 2 years. They realized everyone here is just like them. Single. And wanting to get out and do something fun. We play some games. Board games. People love board games. It gives them easy conversation topics. By the end of the evening the IT guy that was scared to walk in the door turned into the clever smiley guy and the hesitant divorcee turns into a confident cool chick that made 2 new friends she’s going to go running with next week. And this was the first event for both! I know in the coming weeks I’ll see them both again. It’s awesome to see new members become excited to attend events because they know their new friends are going to be there. The smile that beams across their face when they are greeted like Norm on Cheers is priceless. Events And Adventures Dallas
