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Casual Sunday Gaming at LVLUP GAMES!

OTHER CAFE POLICIES There is an entry fee of 8+tax/person. The RSVP cut off time is 4 hours before the event starts. We offer coffee and other beverage options. We would greatly appreciate that you not bring outside drinks into the store. This includes resold, prepackaged food from the convenience store. We also offer pastries baked in house, light fare, and some pre-packaged snacks. We permit you to bring food options from the other businesses in the plaza (Henry's Fish & Chips and Vito's Pizza) to support our neighbouring, small businesses. DO NOT REARRANGE TABLES OR MOVE TO OTHER TABLES NOT DESIGNATED FOR THE EVENT WITHOUT CONSENT FROM STAFF. Be considerate of other guests when selecting games from our library and limit the number of games you bring back to each table to two (2) at a time. You are welcome to bring your own games to use in the cafe, but LVLUP GAMES is not responsible for lost, stolen, or otherwise damaged games/components As a general meet up rule (since the cafe has limited seating), it is of the utmost importance that if you plan on attending you sign up for the event. Likewise, if you are unable to make it, kindly mark that you will not be coming so your spot becomes available for another person. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Hope to see you soon!

Casual Board Games and Pub Social After

The Board Games event is a fun, sociable and charitable event We are a fun, friendly and kind group of people mostly in our 20s, 30s and 40s. Beginners are welcome! We are a very inclusive and social group and we teach people how to play games they have not played before :) We provide a variety of 40+ board games. The games usually take 5 or 10 minutes to learn and 30 to 60 minutes to play. Play in French: On the last Friday of the month, we're offering a table where the games are played in French. Anyone with an intermediate level of French who wants to practice while playing is welcome to join. Just ask for Philippe when you arrive. **Time** *Board Games Start time: 630pm - Board Games end time: 10pm *Eat / Drink/ Socialise at a nearby pub afterwards **Location** 30 Leeds St, Toronto, ON M6G 3R8 (Ukrainian Catholic Church of the Holy Protection) The entrance to the board game room is at the back of the Church. There is a sign on the door that says BOARD GAMES GROUP. Please use the map provided on the event page also. Payment **There are two ways to pay** **10 by Cash - coins are not accepted. Only bills.**** **11.55 by Debit/Credit card **Charity Donations** - This is a not-for-profit initiative. Revenue go towards covering costs of the event including venue, insurance marketing, refreshments and board games. Any surplus revenue is donated to charity **Food and drink** *Everyone will get cookies/candy for free - Cups will be provided for tap water *Bring your own food and drink. - Please do not bring CHIPS AND CRACKERS as they make a mess and are greasy ***ALCOHOL IS PROHIBITED AND WE HAVE A ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY ON THIS - there are no second chances** Photos will be taken at the event and posted publicly for marketing purposes. Please only attend if you are ok with this or tell me when you arrive that you do not want to be in any photos The event is officially hosted by Ace of Math Learning Program Ontario Inc.

Monday Game Nights at LVLUP GAMES!

We invite you to join us to play games and socialize! **There is now a cut off for RSVPs. If you do not RSVP for an event on meetup, we cannot guarantee that we will have a seat available.** CAFE POLICIES 1. There is an entry fee of 6/person + tax for this event. If you do not RSVP at least 4 hours prior to the event start on the day, the price will be 8+ tax. You must check in and pay upon arrival. 3. We are a cafe and do not permit outside food and drink (water bottles excluded). However, you may bring food in from the other food businesses (Henry's, Vito's, not the convenience store) in the plaza to support our neighbours 5. Stay within the designated tables. We may have other events, reservations and walk-ins; we need to keep other tables clear in order to be able to best assess our seating capacity at all times. DO NOT REARRANGE TABLES WITHOUT CONSENT FROM STAFF 7. Be considerate of other guests when selecting games from our library and limit the number of games you bring back to each table to two (2) at a time 9. You are welcome to bring your own games to use in the cafe, but LVLUP GAMES is not responsible for lost, stolen, or otherwise damaged games/components Also as a general meet up rule, to be considerate to other guests. Since we have limited seating, it is of the utmost importance that if you plan on attending you sign up for the event. Likewise, if you are unable to make it, kindly mark that you will not be coming so your spot becomes available for another per We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Hope to see you soon!

Volleyball 5-1 System & Tactical Play 1 — Play Smarter | Oct 17-Nov 14 (15+)

**Registration Required in Advance** RSVP’ing on Meetup does **not** reserve your spot. **[Register here](https://app.amilia.com/store/en/miles-nadal-jcc/api/Activity/Detail?activityId=ym0RQmp)** ☎️ Or call **416-924-6211 ext. 0** Spaces are limited to ensure personalized instruction — register early! **Volleyball 5-1 System & Tactical Play 1 (15+) — Learn the System & Play Smarter** Ready to take your volleyball game beyond individual skills and learn how the pieces come together in a team system? **5-1 System & Tactical Play 1** is an intermediate-level clinic designed for players who already have solid fundamental skills and want to develop a stronger understanding of volleyball systems, strategy, and on-court decision making. This clinic focuses on the **5-1 offensive system**, helping players understand their individual responsibilities and how each position works together within the larger team structure. Sessions combine instruction, targeted drills, and game-like scenarios so you can learn not just **what to do, but when and why to do it**. **What You’ll Work On:** • **5-1 System:** Learn rotations, positional responsibilities, and how players move within the system • **Serve Receive:** Develop positioning, communication, and responsibilities within serve receive • **Transition Offense:** Learn how to move effectively from defence into attack • **Base Defense:** Understand defensive positioning and how to read developing plays • **Positional Development:** Improve timing, spacing, movement, and awareness within your position • **Decision Making:** Practice reading the play and making faster, more intentional decisions under pressure Drills are designed to simulate **game-like situations**, giving you opportunities to apply the system and tactical concepts in realistic scenarios. The focus is on playing **smart volleyball** — developing awareness, communication, positioning, and decision making rather than simply running through drills. **Who This Clinic Is For:** • Intermediate players with prior volleyball experience • Players who are currently playing or preparing to play in organized leagues • Players who have solid passing, setting, serving, and general gameplay fundamentals • Players looking to better understand team systems and tactical play **Please Note:** This clinic is **not recommended for beginners**. Participants should already be comfortable with the basic skills and rules of volleyball and have experience playing the game. **Location:** Miles Nadal JCC — 750 Spadina Ave. (enter through Spadina doors) **Format:** Intermediate group instruction combining tactical teaching, skill drills, and game-like scenarios **Why Join?** • Build a stronger understanding of the 5-1 system • Improve your positional awareness and movement • Learn how to make smarter decisions during play • Develop stronger communication and understanding of team responsibilities • Prepare for organized league and competitive volleyball • Take your game from simply knowing the skills to understanding **how to use them within a team system** Whether you’re preparing for your first organized league, looking to become a more effective team player, or want to better understand how the 5-1 system works, this clinic will help you **read the game, play with intention, and make smarter decisions on the court.** 🏐

[UPDATED TIME] Casual Sunday Gaming at LVLUP GAMES!

***THE SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8TH MEETUP WILL BEGIN AT 4PM. WE ARE HOSTING ANOTHER EVENT FROM 12-4PM THAT WILL TAKE UP THE MAJORITY OF THE CAFE.*** Following Sunday meetups will resume at the normal time. ------------- OTHER CAFE POLICIES There is an entry fee of 8+tax/person. The RSVP cut off time is 4 hours before the event starts. We offer coffee and other beverage options. We would greatly appreciate that you not bring outside drinks into the store. This includes resold, prepackaged food from the convenience store. We also offer pastries baked in house, light fare, and some pre-packaged snacks. We permit you to bring food options from the other businesses in the plaza (Henry's Fish & Chips and Vito's Pizza) to support our neighbouring, small businesses. DO NOT REARRANGE TABLES OR MOVE TO OTHER TABLES NOT DESIGNATED FOR THE EVENT WITHOUT CONSENT FROM STAFF. Be considerate of other guests when selecting games from our library and limit the number of games you bring back to each table to two (2) at a time. You are welcome to bring your own games to use in the cafe, but LVLUP GAMES is not responsible for lost, stolen, or otherwise damaged games/components As a general meet up rule (since the cafe has limited seating), it is of the utmost importance that if you plan on attending you sign up for the event. Likewise, if you are unable to make it, kindly mark that you will not be coming so your spot becomes available for another person. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. Hope to see you soon!

Monthly Games Event

Wednesday Night Euchre

♥️♠️ We play **Euchre** at **Stout Irish Pub** in Cabbagetown **every Wednesday night**! New members are encouraged to join us, and all skill levels are welcome (but *some trick-taking game experience is required*). ♣️♦️ Solo attendees are encouraged, or bring a friend. Our social events are welcoming and inclusive and an ideal setting to meet new people! We mix up the tables throughout the night so you'll meet and play with a variety of partners. ***"Wednesday Night Euchre - it's always a good decision!"*** \- Mar S\. *Please don't hesitate to reach out to Jason, our organizer, via email or a Meetup Message with any questions.* **There is a $5 attendance fee for this event.** Attendance payments support the costs incurred by our community *(Meetup and other advertising costs, playing cards, organizer time and energy).* **Cash is accepted on-site.** Alternately, **Interac** or **Paypal** e-transfers can be sent to -> **[jason@euchretoronto.ca](#)** <- **PW: Euchre** -> *(or email me if otherwise)*. **Credit cards** are accepted at the link below: 🎟 **[Purchase Your Ticket](https://buy.stripe.com/3cs28q1pMfzs9Gg8wx)** Please note that our venue, **Stout Irish Pub**, requires a **$10 minimum spend** on food or drinks for our recurring use of their space, and a **20% auto-gratuity** is applied to all bills from our group. On-street parking is available on both sides of **Carlton St.** (*paid until 9pm*) and on **Berkeley St.** (*FREE*). ***Thanks and see you there!***

HALLOWEEN SPECIAL EVENT Casual Board Games + Prizes, Social After

Join us for a frightfully fun night of board games! 👻 **Spooky games all night:** a hand-picked lineup of Halloween-themed board games 🏆 **Costume contest:** come dressed to impress! Prizes for the TOP 3 costumes, and you decide the winners 🍬 **Halloween candy:** treats for everyone (no tricks, we promise) Grab your costume, bring your game face, and get ready for a scary good time! The Board Games event is a fun, sociable and charitable event We are a fun, friendly and kind group of people mostly in our 20s, 30s and 40s. Beginners are welcome! We are a very inclusive and social group and we teach people how to play games they have not played before :) We provide a variety of 40+ board games. The games usually take 5 or 10 minutes to learn and 30 to 60 minutes to play. Play in French: On the last Friday of the month, we're offering a table where the games are played in French. Anyone with an intermediate level of French who wants to practice while playing is welcome to join. Just ask for Philippe when you arrive. **Time** \*Board Games Start time: 630pm * Board Games end time: 10pm \*Eat / Drink/ Socialise at a nearby pub afterwards **Location** 30 Leeds St, Toronto, ON M6G 3R8 (Ukrainian Catholic Church of the Holy Protection) The entrance to the board game room is at the back of the Church. There is a sign on the door that says BOARD GAMES GROUP. Please use the map provided on the event page also. Payment **There are two ways to pay** **10 by Cash - coins are not accepted. Only bills.**\*\* \*\*11.55 by Debit/Credit card **Charity Donations** * This is a not-for-profit initiative. Revenue go towards covering costs of the event including venue, insurance marketing, refreshments and board games. Any surplus revenue is donated to charity **Food and drink** \*Everyone will get cookies/candy for free * Cups will be provided for tap water \*Bring your own food and drink. * Please do not bring CHIPS AND CRACKERS as they make a mess and are greasy \***ALCOHOL IS PROHIBITED AND WE HAVE A ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY ON THIS - there are no second chances** Photos will be taken at the event and posted publicly for marketing purposes. Please tell me when you arrive that you do not want to be in any photos The event is officially hosted by Ace of Math Learning Program Ontario Inc.

The Sacrifice (Ready Set Go - ETOBICOKE) + 🎃 Nights of Lights Bonus Event!

\*PLEASE READ ALL BELOW, EVEN IF YOU'RE A REGULAR!\* \*UNSECURED RSVPs WILL BE REMOVED! PLUS, there are BONUS, AFTER-EVENT DETAILS!\* 🎃 EVENT DETAILS: Event #54! Spoookyyyy!!! This month, we have a \*special, festive, bonus, after-event\*! Read on to make sure you get the necessary details! Just in time for Halloween, we have FOUR rooms at a NEW LOCATION for you to choose from! Costumes recommended - you'll see why below! \*\*Please note: This is the \*NEW\* Ready Set Go ETOBICOKE location - not the Mississauga location, where we have done rooms in the past. \*\*\*BIG NOTE: The rooms this month are each 1 hour, but they start at slightly different times, so please make note of the START TIME for the SPECIFIC ROOM you want to do. BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE! \*\*\*\*This month, after the escape shenanigans, we'll be making our way to a \*special bonus event\* BONUS EVENT: Nights of Lights + Pumpkinville! 🎃 -> TICKETS: I HAVE ARRANGED A DISCOUNTED GROUP RATE ($22.50 per person). So, if you would like to join the bonus event, please send an additional $22.50 as part of your RSVP email (more about that below)! Yes, you could join/pay the bonus event venue on the day, as long as there are still tickets (in theory Nights of Lights could sell out), but you'd have to risk it and pay full price at the door. -> DETAILS, from their site: "**​​**The ultimate fall experience is back - bigger, more interactive, and packed with even more ways to play. Journey through more than 1.5 million dazzling lights, explore incredible new scenes and photo moments, then dive into Pumpkinville for midway rides, carnival games, interactive attractions, seasonal food, live entertainment, and more than 15,000 real pumpkins." There is also an optional haunted house! 🦇 -> TRAVEL: Nights of Lights is just a hot 4-minute drive from the escape room company! If you need a carpool from the escape room to the bonus event, we can arrange that on the day. -> TIMING: I'm guessing we'll arrive at the bonus event location in time for the 8:45 pm entry slot. I'm told there will likely be no line to get in. This timing accounts for us to finish our escape rooms, take some pics, and then make our way over. Nights of Lights is open 'til midnight. Stay as long as you want! -> FOOD/DRINKS: Yes, Nights of Lights has food and drinks for sale! I'm told there is a variety of food trucks! We can decide on the day if we start with food/drinks, or check out the experience and discover the food/drinks when we get there. You can learn more about which food trucks will be there at the link below... -> DRESS CODE: COSTUMES HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! There will likely not be a ton of time for getting into costume after the escape room, so I recommend coming in costume for the whole event! Yay! FYI the bonus event is outdoors and rain or shine, so keep the weather in mind as you get your costume ready! -> QUESTIONS: I am not running the bonus event, I'm just gonna be attending, like you, so if you have questions, please ask via the link below. -> BONUS EVENT LINK, FOR INFO ONLY (again, no need to buy your own ticket unless you feel like paying full price): https://nightsoflights.ca/ NOW, ON TO THE MAIN EVENT! BOOKING, FOR THE ESCAPE ROOMS ONLY: RSVP PROCEDURE: \*\*\*To secure your RSVP to the Escape Room part of this event, you must complete TWO steps. Both steps must be completed to attend. Simply RSVP'ing to this event via the Meetup "RSVP" button will NOT secure your ticket. This group is incredible and we have a ton of fun. I appreciate your help in making sure it can run smoothly. 🙂 Here are the steps, in order: STEP 1. Please send an etransfer for $46 for the escape room only, per admission. If you are coming to Nights of Lights, please send over the additional $22.50. SO, if you are doing both the escape room and bonus event, your etransfer will be $68.50. Etransfer to [TorontoEscapeRoomMeetup@gmail.com](mailto:TorontoEscapeRoomMeetup@gmail.com) In this email, please note: -> If you are paying for more than 1 admission, please send the appropriate amount for the number of tickets you want (e.g. 2 tickets = $92 for just the escape room, or $137 for the escape room + bonus event). Please let me know which room you're booking for, whether or not you're attending the bonus event, and please note the name of anyone else you're paying for. \*\*\*Out of fairness to members who are committed to attending, if I do not receive your etransfer within 24 hours of you joining the event, your RSVP will be removed to open up space for someone else. You are free to re-join when you are ready to send the etransfer, space permitting. STEP 2. Once you have completed STEP 1, click RSVP on the event for the room you want. If you are bringing a guest, select a +1. Managing large events can be complex so thank you for helping me keep track of all you incredible, amazing escapers! 💕 \*\*\*\*\* We have four rooms for you to choose from this month! Feel free to join this room, or check out the other rooms here: Quarantine – 60 min. - Arrival time 6:45 pm: https://www.meetup.com/toronto-escape-rooms/events/316991727/ Lost Orbit – 60 min. - Arrival time 7 pm: https://www.meetup.com/toronto-escape-rooms/events/316991758/ The Devil's Chapel - 60 min. – Arrival time 7 pm: https://www.meetup.com/toronto-escape-rooms/events/316991797/ This page is specifically for The Sacrifice room. Here's the experience description, from the website: Re. The Sacrifice - 60 min. - Arrival time 6:40 pm: "What starts as an innocent dare to explore an abandoned house turns into a nightmare you'll never forget. The house isn't empty. It's a trap. Now you're part of a sick and twisted game where every challenge brings you deeper into the darkness. Work together, uncover the truth, and fight to escape before the house claims another victim. But be warned—not all groups make it out together. Will yours? How scary is The Sacrifice? SPOOKY! Fear is very subjective. So, it's difficult to say exactly how scary The Sacrifice is. But, the average player considers The Sacrifice to spooky- With multiple jump scares, tight spaces, moments of darkness, loud sounds, group separation, and a very immersive set and sound atmosphere. \*THIS EXPERIENCE REQUIRES PLAYERS TO CRAWL, CONTAINS TIGHT SPACES, MAY REQUIRE GROUP SEPARATION, CONTAINS STROBE / FLASHING LIGHTING EFFECTS / FOG / ANIMATRONICS / POP-UP SCARES / LOUD SOUNDS AND DARK SPACES." Important details about the escape rooms only: 1. We will book the spots for the escape room, so no planning needed! 2. This is a prepaid event, so you must pay the fee to join in. 3. Please arrive at the listed time. This is scheduled 15 mins ahead of the room time so that everyone can arrive, check in and sign waivers if applicable. 4. No shows or last minute cancellations after the booking has been paid for will not receive refunds due to the non-refundable nature of the escape room businesses. 5. If there is a cancellation/rescheduling of the event, you will receive refunds. 6. If you ever want to join an event but all of our rooms appear to be full/sold out, please message me. I can sometimes find a way to add a person or two; and if I hear from a lot of people, I may even be able to book a whole extra room for the bonus folks so they can join in the fun! 7. Please share the puzzles! We can be big groups thanks to your patronage, and sometimes escape rooms don't have multiple puzzles to work on at one time, so only a few people may be able to work on a given puzzle. Share the love! If you've been the leader on a few puzzles in a row, kindly step back and let someone else have a turn. 8. Check out their website for additional details: (https://readysetgoadventures.com/) Cheers!

Friday Dink & Strategy Clinic (1hr Lesson + Optional 1hr Game)

### **Friday Dink & Strategy Clinic (1hr Lesson + Optional 1hr Game)** * **6:00 PM - 7:00 PM:** Pickleball Dink & Strategy Clinic (GTA Pickleball Lessons) * **7:00 PM - 8:00 PM (Optional):** Extra hour of game play available for an extra $5 per person. (Note: The optional extra hour (7-8 PM) requires at least 4 players to agree and depends on court availability. Please let me know early if you are interested!) **Are you ready to elevate your pickleball game?** Join our exclusive, small-group clinic designed for players who want to move beyond just hitting hard and master the soft game. If you want to improve your dinking, court positioning, and stacking strategies, this session is perfect for you! **Meet Your Instructor** Hi, I'm Jeong, an NCCP-certified Level 2 pickleball and tennis instructor based in the GTA. I focus on helping players build solid technical fundamentals and strategic court awareness to win more rallies. **Verified Coach Profiles & Reviews** * [Superprof.ca](https://www.superprof.ca/nccp-certified-tennis-pickleball-instructor-teaching-the-basic-theory-and-practical-skills-tennis-pickl.html) * [Teachme.to](https://teachme.to/listings/pickleball/pickleball-with-jeong-sohn?skill=pickleball&latitude=43.866955&longitude=-79.440567) * [Playtogether.ca](https://playtogether.ca/about/) **What to Expect (60-Minute Session):** * **Warm-up & Assessment:** Quick rallies to assess your current level and identify key areas for improvement. * **Core Skills Training:** Step-by-step drills focusing on dink consistency, tactical positioning, and an introduction to stacking strategies. * **Guided Match Play:** Apply what you've learned in organized mini-games with real-time, personalized feedback. **Event Details:** * **Location:** Swing Star (5 Connie Crescent Unit 1, Vaughan, ON) * **Date & Time:** Every (Fri) 6-7pm * **Skill Level:** Beginner to Low-Intermediate * **Spots Available:** Strictly limited to 6-8 players to ensure quality coaching. * **Fee:** $20 (Covers court usage, practice balls, and instruction). * **Min-Max** Students: 3-6 (If there are fewer than 3 registrations, the amount paid via PayPal will be refunded via e-Transfer) * **Optional Extra Hour**: If you'd like to stay and play games after the 6-7 PM lesson, an additional hour (7-8 PM) is available for just **$5 per person**. This option is available if at least 4 players stay!

Almost Jeopardy in Kensington Market

Trivia in Kensington Market. Game starts at 8. Let's get there early, both to secure a table and enjoy the food and beverages. (No pre-booking here; walk-ins only.) Trinity Commons is a cool and eclectic place, representing the classic Vibe of The Market. Almost Jeopardy is a fun variation of the trivia game.