The Weekly Grind - February 2nd, 2026 Newsletter
- Critical Grind Gaming
- Feb 2
- 3 min read
UPDATES
HIGHLIGHTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS:
We had such a great weekend! Our first Local Author Book Fair on Saturday was a roaring success and we look forward to hosting another one.
Special thank you for Audi Hart Creations for coming out for our Pop-Up on Sunday!
We officially have Boxed Coffee To-Go. 128oz for pick-up available for your next event or meeting. $30/Box.
This Week's Event Highlights
This is a quick look at this week's events. And of course any day is Game Day at Critical Grind. Just stop in anytime and find your next favorite game.
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SPECIAL EVENTS OF NOTE THIS WEEK:
LGBTQ MEETUP: GAYME NIGHT - MONDAY - 7PM
SENIOR GAMING - TUESDAY - 10AM
PRESENTATION NIGHT - TUESDAY - 7PM
RPG NIGHT - TUESDAY & THURSDAY - 6PM
GAME OF TONES BINGO - THURSDAY - 7PM
LORCANA: PALACE HEIST PLAY & TAKE - SATURDAY - 12PM
POP-UP BAKERY: CHUNKS COOKIES & SOURDOUGH YOU KNOW - SUNDAY - 11AM
CLOSING AT 4PM SUNDAY
This Week's Events Flyers/Details
This Month's Calendar & Specials
FEBRUARY SPECIALS --
Underworld Berry: Berry Milk (your choice of berry), topped with Cold Brew
Matcha Love: Strawberry & Raspberry Matcha
Lav-Berry Italian Soda: Lavender & Strawberry Italian Soda w/Blue Curacao Cold Foam
Dubai Chocolate Toast: Nutella, Pistachio, Crunchy Wafers, & Dark Chocolate Drizzle
Cupid's Fire Toast: Avocado, Raspberries, Strawberry Balsamic Glaze, & Red Pepper Flakes
Special Events
Presentation Night is still persisting. Attendance isn't what I want it to be but those who do come, have fun! Join us on Tuesday, February 3rd for Presentation Night. An evening where people create presentations about their hobbies, interests, hot takes, or random knowledge they have. Sign up now to give a presentation.
Do you like Bingo? Do you like Music? Come to Game of Tones. A new music bingo style game. All you need is a phone and a love of music. Join us on Thursday, February 5th from 7-9pm.
Free to play, Cafe Purchase required.
On Monday, February 16th, T.B. Sweet Creations will be hosting a cupcake decorating class at Critical Grind. It's $48 and is good for 1 adult or 1 parent and child. The ticket includes 1 cafe beverage, 6 cupcakes, decorations, instruction, and a take-home box. Sign up now to save your seat.
Our first DOUBLE Pop-Up Bakery is on Sunday, February 8th. Stock up before the Superbowl with delicious sourdough from Sourdough You Know and amazing cookies from Chunks! You don't want to miss this one!
RPG Event Updates!
--> KIDS RPG NIGHT
How it normally works: I email the parents directly, hopefully on the Monday before Kid's RPG Night with the link for sign-ups and session descriptions. So if you are a Kid's RPG Night parent, please fill out this form. (if you haven't already)
Please remember Kid's RPG Night takes place the 2nd and 4th Fridays, GMs permitting.
We NEED adults to GM for Kid's RPG Night so if you are interested, please email dana@criticalgrind.com or reach out to @The Toast Master in the Discord.
--> Discord Looking For Party
Join our Discord and find your next gaming group.
We play RPGs every Tuesday and Thursday, but people will plan meet-ups outside those times as well. Join our Discord and see what games are being played.
Tip: When you join, go to Rules to get verified. Then, VERY IMPORTANTLY: go to Roles-and-Info to select your interests. This is what will unlock the channels.
TCG Event Updates!
Magic League on Mondays and Lorcana League on Sundays (Kicks back off on the 22nd) (Join the Discord for the League Goals)!
To sign up for a TCG Event, just click the photo.
Monthly Mini Painting Contest
Whether you're participating in our contests or just looking for a space to hang out and paint, stop by any Tuesday or Thursday for our Mini-Painting drop-in between 3pm & 8pm. $5 for all you can paint, access to our brushes, and paints, and a free figure to practice on. Or pick up additional figures for only $5 each.
Congratulations to our January Contest Winner!
Brian Kale!!
Stop by later this week to pick up one of the February Minis.
We've got 2 for February. This will be 2 contests w/ 2 separate voting and potentially 2 winners.
Signing Off
Thanks so much for taking the time to read this week's Weekly Grind. If there's anything specific you want to hear about at the cafe, let me know!
"Get up. Stand up. Don't give up the fight." - Bob Marley
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