Welcome to the first edition of our weekly newsletter! We’re excited to bring you even more updates and news about the gaming scene on the Central Coast. Our goal for this weekly newsletter is to deliver a consistent snapshot of the fast approaching events and Open Play Schedules for those daring enough to venture out and play in public games, as well as highlighting all the fantastic brick and mortar game stores that support our hobbies and act as leaders for our community.
Community Announcements
Last Chance to submit games for the Spring MiniCon
San Luis Obispo, 1 Grand Ave Building 8
Three times a year a student club at Cal Poly organizes an all day game-day event which is open to the public. This year their Spring MiniCon is being held on May 20th, but the last day to submit an event is friday May 12th. If you’d like to submit an event click here.
Game Theory by PolyCon
San Luis Obispo, 1 Grand Ave Building 8
Friday May 12th 5pm This is an open to the public game night put on by the non-profit student club at Cal Poly, and meet in BRAE (building 8) every Friday 5pm - 10pm. You don’t have to be a student or alumni, just show up. Parking is accessible from N. Perimeter Rd.
Infinity Game Demonstration at Gordon’s Good Games
Atascadero, 5830 Traffic Way
Saturday May 13th 1pm Welcome to the World of Infinity! The most beautiful and tactical 1v1 miniatures game on the market! We will be running demo Code One games to teach new players how to play and full N4 games for existing players! Great for all skill levels!
Pokemon League at Prism CCG
Paso Robles, 631 Creston Rd
Sunday May 14th 2:30pm Attention all Pokémon TCG enthusiasts! Prism CCG is excited to announce the launch of our new Pokémon TCG league, the Prism League! Join us every Saturday starting on May 14th, from 2:30 PM to 7:30 PM, for an afternoon of fun, competition, and community building. This is a weekly league where you can earn points to qualify for special events and prizes. Beginners are welcome and encouraged to attend! Bring your own deck and play against other trainers in the area.
Learn To Play Gaslands at Gordon’s Good Games
Atascadero, 5830 Traffic Way
Sunday May 14th Learn to play Gaslands Refuelled! We'll be hosting demo games to teach the basics of how to drive, shoot, crash, and wipe out! Recommended for new players who are interested in joining the death race on Sat May 20.
Magic Training at Zander’s Game House
Camarillo, 2270 Ventura Blvd
Tuesday May 16th 7pm Have you always wanted to learn to play Magic: The Gathering? We can help! Zander's is now offering training for beginning Magic players. Our first session is scheduled for Tuesday, May 16th at 7:00pm. Want a seat at the table? Just let us know by texting your RSVP to Jeanne at 805-377-0324. $40 per person includes training and a Magic Starter Commander set. Come in and play!
Central Coast Open Gaming Schedule
A snapshot of the central coast
Prism CCG
Paso Robles, 631 Creston Rd
5/10 Wednesday - Open Gaming
5/11 Thursday - Open Gaming
5/12 Friday - Open Gaming
5/13 Saturday - Magic Draft 3pm - end
5/14 Sunday - Pokemon League 2:30 - 7:30
5/16 Tuesday - Open Gaming
Gordon’s Good Games
Atascadero, 5830 Traffic Way
5/10 Wednesday - Malifaux 5pm - close
5/11 Thursday - D&D Adventurer’s League 5:30pm - close
5/12 Friday - Friday Night Magic 5:45 - close
5/13 Saturday - Infinity Game Demo 1pm - 5pm
5/14 Sunday - Open Gaming
5/15 Monday - Battletech 12pm - close
5/16 Tuesday - Open Gaming
Captain Nemo’s
San Luis Obispo, 563 Higuera St
5/10 Wednesday - Open RPG Gaming 5pm - close
5/11 Thursday - Open Miniature Gaming 5pm - close
5/12 Friday - Friday Night Magic 5pm - end
5/13 Saturday - Open Gaming
5/14 Sunday - Open Gaming
5/15 Monday - Magic Commander 5pm - close
5/16 Tuesday - Open Board Gaming 5pm - close
Metro Entertainment
Santa Barbara, 6 W Anapamu St
5/12 Friday - Friday Night Magic (Commander) 6pm - end
5/13 Saturday - Magic Lessons 12pm - 12:30, Pokemon Lessons 12:30 - 1pm
5/13 Saturday - Pokemon League 1pm - end, Dungeons & Dragons 5pm - end
5/13 Sunday - Yu-Gi-Oh! Tournament 11:30 - end
5/14 Sunday - Magic Draft (3 pack) 3pm - end
5/15 Monday - Magic Commander 6pm - 9pm
Leisure Time Games
Santa Maria, 159 Town Center
5/10 Wednesday - Weiss Schwarz 5pm - 8pm
5/11 Thursday - Games Workshop 1pm - 8pm
5/12 Friday - Friday Night Magic 5:30 - 10pm
5/13 Saturday -
5/14 Sunday - Yu-Gi-Oh 1:30 - 6pm
5/15 Monday - Pokemon League 5pm - 8pm
5/16 Tuesday - Magic Commander 5pm - 8pm
On The Play Gaming
Santa Maria, 208 W Main Suite B
5/10 Wednesday - Magic Draft 6:30 - end, Yu-Gi-Oh! 7pm - end
5/11 Thursday - Open Gaming
5/12 Friday - Friday Night Magic 7pm - end, Pokemon League 6:30 - end
5/13 Saturday - Open Gaming
5/15 Monday - Yu-Gi-Oh! 6:30 - end, One Piece 6:30 - end
5/16 Tuesday - Magic Commander 5:30 - close
Central Coast Collectibles
Lompoc, 1321 N H Suite A
Check back for updates about the schedule pertaining to: Weiss Schwarz, Flesh & Blood, and D&D
5/10 Wednesday - Open Play
5/11 Thursday - Open Play
5/12 Friday - FREE Magic Draft 6pm - end
5/13 Saturday - Pokemon 4pm - 9pm
5/14 Sunday - Magic Commander 4pm - end
5/15 Monday - Yu-Gi-Oh! 6pm - 10pm
5/15 Tuesday - Open Play
Zander’s Game House
Camarillo, 2270 Ventura Blvd
Open Gaming Every Tuesday - Sunday
5/9 Tuesday - Pokemon Play Day 5pm - 9pm
5/10 Wednesday - Star Wars X-Wing 5pm - 9pm
5/11 Thursday - Super Smash Bros 7pm - 10pm
5/12 Friday - Friday Night Magic 6pm - 9pm
5/13 Saturday - Open Board Gaming 2pm - 6pm
5/14 Sunday - Family Deal Day 11pm - 6pm
5/16 Tuesday - Magic Training 7pm - end (details above)
Game Ogre
Westlake Village, 1145 Lindero Canyon Rd Unit D4
5/10 Wednesday - Song of Ice & Fire 5pm - 7pm
5/11 Thursday - Magic Commander 12pm - 7pm, Marvel Crisis Protocol 5pm - 8pm
5/12 Friday - Pathfinder/Starfinder 2pm - 7pm, Friday Night Magic 7:30 - 11:30
5/13 Saturday - Warhammer 40k Rouge Trader Tournament 10am - 8pm
5/14 Sunday - Warhammer Age of Sigmar All Day
5/15 Monday - Board Game Night 4pm - 7pm
5/16 Tuesday - Magic Commander 12pm - 7pm, Pokemon League 4pm - 7pm
Contact Us
If you would like to include your stores Open Gaming Schedule to this list, or join our association and use this newsletter to make exciting announcements contact nicholaschaycomas@gmail.com