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Backgammon Social at Lincoln Park Chess Pavilion on 6/21/2026 at 10:30am! Come early for a Backgammon 101 crash course 🎲

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The chance to see legendary Chicago House Music Pioneer MIKE DUNN in a great local intimate setting outside in the sun doesn't come often!!

We're throwing an Outdoor Day Party bringing deep grooves in the sun, great drinks from the Masada staff, amazing food from Sultan's Market, and top vibes all around from 4-9pm. Tickets are only $12 right now (link below), so get them while they're cheap!!

https://ra.co/events/2433372

Hope to see some new faces out on the dancefloor! Follow Occasion on IG for more locally run House music events like this all summer: @occasion_chi

If anyone is looking for something low-key and social tonight, Chicago Backgammon League is meeting at Will's Place in Skokie from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM.

This is normally Evanston Backgammon Club at Firehouse Grill, but tonight, Monday, May 11, we have a one-night venue change because of a temporary scheduling conflict.

Details:

- Will's Place Skokie

- 7927 Lincoln Ave, Skokie, IL 60077

- Tonight, Monday, May 11

- 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM

- Beginner-friendly

- All skill levels welcome

- Guest Pass: $10

- Annual Membership: $95, includes unlimited access to all 7 CBL club locations

Will's Place is a nonprofit cafe creating meaningful jobs for adults with disabilities, and it is a place our founder Jill really cares about and volunteers with.

You do not need to be good at backgammon to come. You can learn, play casually, or just meet people.

Anyone looking for something fun and social to do tonight in Wrigleyville?

Chicago Backgammon League is hosting Wrigleyville Backgammon Club tonight at GoodTimes Brewery + Kitchen from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM.

You do not need to be an expert. Beginners are welcome, experienced players are welcome, and people who just want to learn and meet others are welcome too.

📍 GoodTimes Brewery + Kitchen
3827 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60613
⏰ Tonight, 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
🎟 Guest pass: $10
⭐ Annual membership: $95 (gets you unlimited access for a year to all 7 of our clubs)

It’s casual, beginner-friendly, and social. Come roll some dice, grab a drink, and hang out.

Facebook event:
https://facebook.com/events/s/wrigleyville-club-night/958304670275343/