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Headshots: Photo Shoot-out (Free Photoshoot)
Sun, Sep 20, 1:00 AMHello fellow gamers and photographers! **Headshots: Photo Shoot-out** is a free-style celebration of our love for putting things into frame! Bring your camera (any camera!) and your creative eye! Each of us will act as subjects for each other, offer creative direction, and explore the insight and motivations we all bring to the table. This is a safe place for creatives to learn and experiment. Now, let's capture the moment! **Models and Subjects Welcome!** Looking for an opportunity to get some new self portraits or headshots? Got a new outfit you want to capture your best side in? Do you have inspiration and just need some one to capture it? If you're willing to get experimental, you are welcome to join this creative session, no camera required. **Lighting Gear Available** The host possesses a small array of amateur lighting gear for both studio and outdoor use, free to use by any one participating. Participants are welcome to bring their own gear if they are comfortable doing so. **Multiple Locations** The rooftop is the best place to get a cool snap of the LA skyline and catch those dreamy rays during golden hour but there is also a small studio available if the majority of participants prefer a controlled lighting environment. Have another location in mind? Tell us when you arrive and we can plan ahead for the next Headshots event! **Privacy** Though we volunteer to be subjects for each other, all subjects have the right to request any photo of them be deleted or transferred to them. Photographers are expected to cooperate with these requests if they happen. We all must act with maturity and avoid taking photos of a subject from any angle the subject would consider violating in any way. Photographers are not permitted to charge for any photo exchange, edit, or transfer. Any participant may tip another for their work if they feel so inclined. **Meet at -** 226 N Lake St, Rooftop @5pm (Golden Hour at 6:30pm) **Please Bring –** Whatever you use to take pictures and weather appropriate clothing. **RSVP Policy:** 15-participant maximum. No admission fee. One guest is allowed per RSVP. If you RSVP, please be sure you are free and plan to participate. **IMPORTANT:** For more details about our policies and practices, including instructions on how to access rooftop events, please read our House Rules by copy and pasting the link below. [Flock of Gamers - House Rules.pdf](https://1drv.ms/b/c/11719e91f44edfca/IQB4HNO3YVLfQ7Jr7cbU1FziARIBwxb4TIt1kFUPcbh71oM) By participating in any of our events you agree to abide by the policies outlined in this text and in our house rules. Any questions? Please reach out! **Donations:** We never charge an entrance fee. The joy of bringing people together is priceless! Each event is an opportunity to elevate the experience, and we want to manifest all that limitless potential! We ask all members of the community to consider donating to this effort. With your help we can make each event as fun and memorable as we can handle! Let’s fly!! Thank you for reading! -A Flock of Gamers <3

September 2026 - Paper Hero's Games Playtesting!
Sat, Sep 12, 9:00 PM**Players and game designers wanted for this open house style event!** Hey everyone, Chris here! I'm going to be hosting a Saturday playtesting event at Paper Hero's Games in Santa Monica again, and both players and designers are wanted! **DESIGNER SIGN UP**: If you have a game to test during session one or two signup here: **Fill out the form here-** [First Play LA Designer Sign-Up](https://cute-eustoma-3f9.notion.site/327da376473e82b195b2016c1fefe564?pvs=105) Note there is a 1 hour session and a 2 hour session. Your game will be assigned to whichever session is more suitable. Very short games (20min or less) should be brought to Open Play instead. *Please note new members must come to First Play as a playtester at least once before having the opportunity to run a game.* **SCHEDULE:** Game days have 3 segments. **You do not need to come for the whole day!** However, if you are testing your own game you should stay and test at least one other designer's game as well. **OPEN PLAY TESTING** 2:00pm - 3:00 pm This is unstructured play time, ideal for very short games (20min or less), or games requiring 1-2 players. If you're a designer check in with me and then grab an available table and let people know you are looking for players. If you're a player, just sit down at a game and play! **SESSION ONE** 3:15pm - 4:15pm **SESSION TWO** 4:30pm - 6:30pm Scheduled sessions are the core of First Play! There is a 1 hour session and a 2 hour session. Before each session designers will be asked to give an 'elevator pitch' of their game, after which players can decide which game they want to play. Sessions are ideal for games that are 20-90 minutes. After play, be sure to leave time to give and receive feedback! **SPECIAL NOTES**: No fee to play, and you're welcome to stay and play until the store closes at 10PM. Please read these guides, especially if you are new to design or playtesting- **[How to do better playtesting!](https://gorgeous-mule-37d.notion.site/How-to-do-better-playtesting-1c9a3d4ed35b807b9f6ff643b5635885)** **[How to explain rules for your confusing game prototype!](https://gorgeous-mule-37d.notion.site/How-to-explain-rules-for-your-confusing-game-prototype-1d3a3d4ed35b80c683e7e4f6953e8545)** **Code of Conduct Rules** 1. Be kind. 2. Seriously, be even more kind than you think you need to be. 3. Read the guidelines for giving and receiving feedback. 4. Respect the rules of our venues (Geeky Teas, Paper Heroes, Odyssey, etc). We will continue to be welcome as long as we continue to be good guests. 5. New members must come to First Play as a playtester at least once before having the opportunity to run a game. 6. If you have RSVP'd to run a game, show up for your time slot. If you do not show up for your time slot, you will get a strike against you. Three strikes and moderators will discuss next steps with you about if you will be allowed to continue running games. 7. Be respectful of other community members- give as much as you receive. Playtest other peoples' games, not just your own. 8. In the case of an unresolvable or continuing conflict, please let a moderator know so we can determine next steps. 9. You will receive a warning if a legitimate complaint is lodged against you. In the case of a continuous issue, a group of at least 3 moderators will discuss and determine next steps. Consistent bad behavior will lead to a group ban. **See you soon!** **Have questions?** For FAQ's, please see here - [First Play FAQ’s](https://gorgeous-mule-37d.notion.site/First-Play-FAQ-s-1d5a3d4ed35b809eadb7c5c72359521b) For a specific question please email: \*chris@eternalstudios.com\* For community conversations join the Cardboard Alchemy Discord: [https://discord.gg/2pYk3TT](https://discord.gg/2pYk3TT) \- find the \#first\-play\-la\-chat channel\!

DeviantArt Hollywood DevMeet
Fri, Sep 11, 1:00 AMDeviantArt is having a get-together in Los Angeles, and we’d love to see you there! Cool down with a free ice cream at Mashti Malone’s while chatting with fellow creators and DeviantArt staff. You’ll also go home with DeviantArt hats, coloring books, and stickers. **Thursday, September 10th** **6PM – 9PM** **Mashti Malone’s in Hollywood** **1525 N La Brea Ave, Hollywood CA 90028** Look for the table with the DeviantArt sign, you can't miss it. This event is **FREE.** See you there!

2026 Beginner/Intermediate FOURS Beach Volleyball Social Play (Free+Free Parkng)
Sat, Sep 5, 3:15 PM***LABV "BLUE COURTS" - All-Levels Fours:*** Note that this event is cross promoted on several apps / platforms, so we always have a consistent group of 20+ attendees every Saturday. Join us for a fun-filled day of beach volleyball every Saturday (year-round) for open play Pickup Games in Playa del Rey! For intermediate players or even athletic beginners looking to learn, this event is the perfect opportunity to enjoy a great workout while soaking up the sun and making new friends. Our friendly and welcoming group provides a supportive environment for players of all skill levels to come together and enjoy four-on-four volleyball on a beautiful beach with everything provided. Just bring a beach towel, your sunscreen and some water and we provide all the equipment, balls and setup. And best of all, everything is free with no fees whatsoever! Even parking on the street and in the THREE adjacent parking lots in the area is FREE (although it gets much harder to find spots after about 10am). **So even if you are still using your volleyball "training wheels", we provide a place for you at Los Angeles Beach Volleyball Open Play Saturdays!** YOU ARE ALSO HIGHLY ENCOURANGED TO BRING SNACKS FOR THE COMMUNAL BLANKET! ***Weather Cancelations:*** If there is a threat of bad weather on our game day, be sure to check here at [meetup.com](http://meetup.com/) before you leave to come to the beach. We will always update the meetup event on Saturday morning around 7:30am if the event is canceled. If there is no update stating that the Saturday game is canceled, then we are still playing. Remember we usually will play unless: \- It is really **COLD** (temps 50 degrees or below at any time 8am-2pm) \- It is really **WINDY** (wind predicted to be above 15mph any time 8am-2pm) \- It will probably **RAIN** (50% or higher chance of rain predicted any time 8am-2pm) ***Legal Stuff - Liabilities, Obligations, and Responsibilities:*** The organizer and any/all assistant organizers and other attendees are in no way responsible / liable for your personal safety and health state, before, during, and at any time after this event. By RSVPing "Yes", for this event, you acknowledge that you fully understand and accept the aforementioned conditions and following event attendance conditions and, you are solely responsible for your health, safety, and well-being before, during, and at any time after the event as stated previously. All attendees shall forever hold harmless the organizers and other attendees and unconditionally waive any liabilities resulting from attending and/or participating in this event.

Einhorn Los Angeles Sunday practice.
Sun, Sep 13, 5:00 PMDear Seeker. Einhorn Los Angeles Historical Fencing Arts is a martial arts school that teaches sound martial skills based on Historical European sources. You will learn how to use a Longsword, an arming sword and buckler, a messer, a dagger, a spear, a poleaxe and traditional wrestling, to name just a few. If you are interested in Historical European Martial Arts and would like to participate, please feel free to join us. Kindly let us know that you are coming by leaving your RSVP on our meet-up page. All you really need to bring to Sunday classes is: 1) comfortable workout clothing, 2) good shoes, 3) enough water to stay hydrated and sufficient sun protection in the summer. The clubhouse has water and restroom access. Again, you do not need to bring any fencing gear for your first practice. Einhorn LA has student gear, including a large variety of training swords, gloves, masks, chest protectors and more. So don't worry, we have what you need to get started. Classes are structured in such a way that beginners learn the basics first, while intermediate and advanced students learn to build upon the basics to achieve the art aspect, of this martial endeavor. Your first lesson is free! After that you have these three option: "Indes" class subscription - $130 for 3 months, all sessions included https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=DCMQ4X9ZDVR2C \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- "Vor" class subscription - $60 monthly, all sessions included https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=3TKY3LGLZDYKA \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- "Nach" Level class subscription - $52 yearly + $10 attended session https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=U9DH6QHWU9U46 Single Session Payment (only for Nach Level class subscription) - $10, either through selecting the option below or through credit cards at the session itself https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=PVMZCD3GXXHAU Please feel free to contact us. The Einhorn LA Board of Directors

Fun & easy way to play more tennis (read event description)
Wed, Sep 9, 2:00 AMWe’re still working to get more people into these Meetups, but our goal is to give PlayYourCourt members a few social tennis outings each week in addition to your practice sessions and Challenge League matches. These Meetups are co-ed, super laid back, and all skill levels are welcome. Post your skill level and a suggested court in the comments section so we can round up as many players as we can for some tennis fun! Also, if you’re looking to meet new practice partners or play some matches and you aren’t already in the PlayYourCourt Community, you can go here to see what we’re all about and sign up: https://www.playyourcourt.com/tennis-community/pasadena-ca/meetup/ If you love tennis, we’d love to have you! Be sure and watch the quick video that explains how everything works. Happy hitting! - Scott
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