The Weekly Grind - January 5th, 2025 Newsletter
- Critical Grind Gaming
- 3 days ago
- 3 min read
UPDATES
I sent out our Annual Grind Newsletter earlier. It's the annual recap of the cafe goals and accomplishments, as well as setting new goals for the next year.
HIGHLIGHTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Ash is officially celebrating his 2 year work-a-versary today, January 5th! I can't believe it's been 2 years since he started working here. We couldn't imagine this place without him.
The staff went out last night for an Appreciation Dinner. Went to Sovereign in Plainfield and had an incredible meal with great company, and fun times.
We also had an amazing time at our first ever official New Years Eve Party! Thank you to everyone who came out to the Board Night! I didn't get a group photo but I think there were about 35 or so throughout the night and an enormous amount of food! More photos were posted on the Facebook page
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 - 6PM
PRESENTATION NIGHT - TUESDAY - 7PM
AFTER HOURS: PAINT THE FLOOR NIGHT - WEDNESDAY - 6PM
LEARN TO PLAY: HARMONIES - SATURDAY - 1PM
POP-UP BAKERY: LINNER BAKERY - SUNDAY - 11AM
This Week's Events Flyers/Details
This Month's Calendar & Specials
JANUARY SPECIALS --
Toast to 26:Â Amaretto Italian Soda with Toasted Marshmallow Cold Foam
Chill Pill Latte: Ube and Pecan Latte. Try it as a Chai, Matcha, or Steamer.
Red Dragon Inn Refresher: Dragonfruit Lychee Refresher with Strawberry and Gold Glitter
Kitchen Sink Toast: Cookie Butter, Pretzels, Chocolate Chips, Walnuts, Caramel, & Salt
Spicy B.R.A.T. Toast: Avocado, Tomato, Bacon Bits, Ranch, & Buffalo Sauce
Special Events
Presentation night is a fun evening for anyone who enjoys the show SmartyPants, Tedx Talks, or just telling people about things they're interested in. Sign up here to present something.
We know the floors are bad. Come help us make them pretty! Join us for a special after hours event on Wednesday, January 7th. From 6pm - 9pm we'll be painting the floors. Purchase your section of floor. Sections are priced by size, $2-10.
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.
It looks like there is some interest in D&D, Daggerheart, Vermin, and a few other sessions being discussed in the Discord.
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!(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 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.
Pick up this month's mini for the painting contest. $15 for the Paint Pass & Mini. This gets you access to our Mini Painting Drop-In on Tuesdays from 3pm - 8pm. Drop off your completed mini by January 25th.
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!
"The strongest principle of growth lies in human choice." - George Eliot