Fun and Games for the Week of May 19, 2025

Posted Mon, May 19, 2025, By Staff Writer

Looking for some fun? From board games to video games, connect with others who share your gaming interests at these gatherings that are taking place this week in Northern New Jersey.

1. Casual Commander @ Play! Hoboken

	Mon, May 19, 2025, 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM
	1012 Grand St, Hoboken, NJ, 07030 [View map]
	Organized by Hoboken MtG Magic The Gathering Meetup

Come on out to Play! Hoboken and play some Casual Commander! We have a growing community of players of all ages. We hope to see you there. Make sure to pre-register to guarantee your spot at: Playhoboken.com/mtg

2. Chess Club

	Mon, May 19, 2025, 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
	Paramus Public Library, 116 E. Century Rd, Paramus, NJ, 07652 [View map]
	Ticket price: $0

Chess Club for ages 8-13. This is not an instructional program, but a great way to practice and improve your chess skills. This program is run by Paramus High School volunteers.

3. World Tavern Poker @ Brix Restaurant Pizza Bar

	Mon, May 19, 2025, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
	Brix Restaurant & Bar, 371 Franklin Ave, Belleville, NJ, 07109 [View map]
	Organized by World Tavern Poker in North Jersey

Are you ready to shuffle up and deal? Join us every Monday for **FREE Poker** that’s packed with **prizes, fun, and unforgettable vibes!** Don’t miss out on the action—secure your spot now at http://www.worldtavernpoker.com/

4. Tabletop Tuesday - Board & Card Game Night With The North Jersey Geeks & Nerds

	Tue, May 20, 2025, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
	Bella Pizza, 197 Boulevard, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ, 07604 [View map]
	Organized by North Jersey Geeks & Nerds

Come out for a night of fun games, good people, and great food! We're located at Bella Pizza on Boulevard in Hasbrouck Heights. We play everything, including games like Skyjo, Five Crowns, Cover Your Assets, Ticket to Ride, and more. We welcome people of all experience levels and all ages. There is always someone willing to teach and always plenty of games to play.

5. Dungeons and Dragons (Beginner Friendly)

	Tue, May 20, 2025, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
	1012 Grand St, Hoboken, NJ [View map]
	Organized by Hoboken Dungeons & Dragons Meetup

Join our brand new campaign inspired by The Elder Scrolls universe! Come and see our head DM Justin Hogue, a professional voice actor, as he unfurls a tale full of mystery, conspiracy, intrigue, and... a lot of monsters and magic waiting to oppose worthy heroes. Strange things are happening in a city on the edge of the swamplands. Join the heroes and help get to the bottom of this.

6. Social Vibe: Trivia Night Out!

	Tue, May 20, 2025, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
	Revolution - A Social Brew House, 9 South Street, Morristown, NJ, 07960 [View map]
	Organized by The Social Vibe 20s and 30s

Join us at Revolution for a relaxed Trivia Night! Bring your friends or come solo and be part of our team as we tackle trivia, enjoy drinks, and share plenty of laughs. Our events are small and intimate, designed to help you make meaningful connections and feel welcome from the start, come out, we’d love to have you on the team!

7. World Tavern Poker @ Chateau of Spain

	Tue, May 20, 2025, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
	Chateau of Spain, 11 Franklin St, Newark, NJ [View map]
	Organized by World Tavern Poker in North Jersey

Are you ready to shuffle up and deal? Join us every Tuesday for **FREE Poker** that’s packed with **prizes, fun, and unforgettable vibes!** Don’t miss out on the action—secure your spot now at http://www.worldtavernpoker.com/

8. Teen Dungeons & Dragons: The Campaign Continues!

	Wed, May 21, 2025, 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
	Rutherford Public Library, 150 Park Ave, Glass Room, Rutherford, NJ, 07070 [View map]
	Ticket price: $0

Calling all barbarians, clerics, fighters, rogues, and those who have yet to decide their class! Join us on Wednesday, May 7, 21 from 3:30 to 5:30pm for our Teen Dungeons & Dragons group! In these sessions, we’ll pick right up where we left off. All experience levels are welcome. This program is for ages 11–15. Registration is required.

9. Jr. Bingo Night

	Wed, May 21, 2025, 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
	Secaucus Public Library, 1379 Paterson Plank Rd, Story Tower, Secaucus, NJ, 07094 [View map]
	Ticket price: $0

Join us for a game of Jr. Bingo! Now at the main library! This month's game theme will be STAR WARS. Recommended for children ages 4-8. Registration is REQUIRED.

10. 🤓 3rd Wednesday Gaming @ Clifton IHOP! 🥞

	Wed, May 21, 2025, 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
	680 NJ-3, Clifton, NJ, 07012 [View map]
	Organized by Fun & Games MeetUp

Reserve it in your calendar!.. be there or be ⏹️
🤓 3rd Wednesday Gaming @ Clifton IHOP! 🥞
... & maybe post IHOP social deduction

11. Teen Bingo Night

	Wed, May 21, 2025, 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
	Secaucus Public Library, 1379 Paterson Plank Rd, Story Tower, Secaucus, NJ, 07094 [View map]
	Ticket price: $0

Join us for a game of Teen Bingo! Now at the main library! This month's game theme will be STAR WARS. Recommended for tweens and teens ages 9-14. Registration is REQUIRED.

12. Free Bingo Night - 7PM

	Wed, May 21, 2025, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
	Alto Rooftop, 690 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07042 [View map]
	Ticket price: $0
	Organized by The MC Hotel

The game is FREE for you to play! Five rounds means five winners! 21+ only

13. Bingo Night!

	Wed, May 21, 2025, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
	Alto Rooftop, 690 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07042 [View map]
	Ticket price: $0
	Organized by Trivia, AD

You could win BIG! The game is FREE for you to play! RSVP at https://MontclairBingo.Eventbrite.com If you would like to reserve a table, please visit OpenTable https://www.opentable.com/r/alto-rooftop-montclair Must be 21+ to attend the event. Come be part of this craziness and get your winnings!

14. D&D with Ms. Lydia, grades 5-8

	Thu, May 22, 2025, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
	Tenafly Public Library, 100 Riveredge Road, Friends Room, Tenafly, NJ, 07670 [View map]
	Ticket price: $0

Step into the fantastical world of Dungeons & Dragons at Tenafly Public Library! Join Ms. Lydia for an immersive adventure where your imagination knows no bounds. Both beginners and experienced players welcomed! Short, one-shot game sessions will reoccur every month and will expand with more open opportunities later down the road. REGISTRATION REQUIRED

15. Weekly Williams Center Boardgame Night

	Thu, May 22, 2025, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
	Williams Center, 1 Williams Plaza, Rutherford, NJ, 07070 [View map]
	Organized by Williams Center Boardgame Night

A weekly casual gathering in the Atrium of the 100-year old Williams Center of Rutherford, NJ. The event is centered around playing contemporary boardgames of various types. Bring a game and a friend! Here is a list of our current boardgames: https://docs.google.com/document/d/12xLd0a7dCjyqgVpD8a_7X66ZdIAfxonv-Dr4yQx9qSc/edit?usp=sharing

16. Thursday D&D Campaign - Elder Scrolls Lore

	Thu, May 22, 2025, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
	Play Hoboken, 1012 Grand St FL3, Hoboken, NJ, 07030 [View map]
	Tickets range from $13.34 to $41.78
	Organized by Max Mayer

You there... you're finally awake! Come join us around the Dungeons and Dragons table, using the new 2024 ruleset, to explore the world of the Elder Scrolls! Thursday's campaign takes place in the province of Skyrim, 27 years after the events of the game. Face off with necromancers, vampires, draugr, powerful ancient godlike beings, dragons, and more!

17. Table Top/Board Games for Grownups (and teens)

	Thu, May 22, 2025, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
	Wyckoff Public Library, 200 Woodland Ave, Monroe Room, Wyckoff, NJ, 07481 [View map]
	Ticket price: $0

Do you love playing board games? Have you heard of Pandemic, Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, Seven Wonders, Small World, or Carcassonne and wondered what they are all about? We will have a selection of board games and card games on hand to demonstrate and play. Experienced gamers will help you learn the rules.

18. Teen Game Time

	Fri, May 23, 2025, 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM
	Rutherford Public Library, 150 Park Ave, Mezzanine Chestnut, Rutherford, NJ, 07070 [View map]
	Ticket price: $0

Looking to unwind after school with some games? Join Marion the teen librarian, Friday, May 23 at 1:30pm for a game of cards, Uno, Card Against Humanity (Family Edition), or bring your favorite. Geared towards ages 11-18--registration is requested but walk-ins are welcome.

19. Picture Bingo

	Fri, May 23, 2025, 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
	Paramus Charles E. Reid Branch Library, 239 West Midland Ave, Paramus, NJ, 07652 [View map]
	Ticket price: $0

Play Picture Bingo at the Reid Branch Library and win tasty prizes. Pre-K - Grade 8. No Registration Required

20. Pokemon Club

	Fri, May 23, 2025, 4:00 PM to 4:45 PM
	Paramus Public Library, 116 E. Century Rd, Paramus, NJ, 07652 [View map]
	Ticket price: $0

Meet other kids who are interested in Pokemon. Grades K-4. No registration required. Please note: To ensure a lack of tears or bad feelings, all trades must be agreed upon by both parties and must be done in the presence of an adult.

21. World Tavern Poker @ The Oakley

	Sat, May 24, 2025, 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
	The Oakley Kitchen+Cocktails, 789 Bloomfield Avenue, Nutley, NJ, 07110 [View map]
	Organized by World Tavern Poker in North Jersey

Are you ready to shuffle up and deal? Join us every Saturday for **FREE Poker** that’s packed with **prizes, fun, and unforgettable vibes!** Don’t miss out on the action—secure your spot now at http://www.worldtavernpoker.com/

22. Board & Card Game Day With The North Jersey Geeks & Nerds

	Sun, May 25, 2025, 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM
	Bella Pizza - Pizza Delivery, Pizzeria, Italian Food Restaurant - Best Pizza Place Nearby, Fresh Piz, 197 Boulevard, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ, 07604 [View map]
	Organized by North Jersey Geeks & Nerds

Come out for an afternoon of fun games, good people, and great food! We're located at Bella Pizza on Boulevard in Hasbrouck Heights. We play everything, including games like Skyjo, Five Crowns, Cover Your Assets, Ticket to Ride, Grifters, Avalon, and more. We welcome people of all experience levels and all ages. There is always someone willing to teach and always plenty of games to play.

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