PS - Game Night Hosted by Robert & John

  • Sat, April 25, 2026
  • 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Palm Desert, CA (Address to be provided once you have REGISTERED)
  • 20
  • 42 registrants

Registration

  • Please bring an APPETIZER for at least 4 people. We suggest charcuterie, deviled eggs, crudités, etc. These are served first, so please arrive at the beginning of the evening.
  • Please bring a MAIN DISH for at least 4 people. We suggest any protein dish (chicken/beef/tofu) or a casserole, chili, etc. If you are a vegetarian, we suggest that you bring a VEG dish but ask that you also provide a label notifying attendees that it is VEG.
  • Please bring a SIDE DISH or SALAD for up to 4 people. We suggest a green salad, pasta salad, vegetables, baked beans, etc.
  • Please bring a DESSERT to serve up to 4 people. We suggest a seasonal cake, pie, cookies, etc. Costco cakes, pies, and cookies are always the best.
  • Volunteers arrive an hour early to help set up tables and chairs, and canopies. Volunteers will also be needed after the party top help tear down tables, chairs, and canopies.
Register


Robert Varga and John Simonsen have invited us all to a Game Night on Saturday,  April 25th, 2026 at his beautiful home in PALM DESERT.


NOTE: This event will have a maximum capacity of 60 people

This event will be indoor/outdoor.

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE:

5:00 PM to 6:00 PM - ARRIVAL, CHECK IN, SWIM, & APPETIZERS. 

6:00 PM to 7:00 PM – POTLUCK DINNER 

7:00 PM to 9:00 PM – GAME TIME 

WHAT TO BRING:

1) Potluck Item for at least 8 people 

2) Pool is open, its 75F, if you want to swim, please bring a towel and swimwear, nudity is not allowed. 

2) Your own beverage(s), GOPS will supply water and ice.  

3) Table Games you want to play (Great Outdoors provides many games)

NOTE:  Bring potluck dishes/snacks/etc. "ready to serve" in a serving bowl or dish, including any needed serving utensils.  

Our chapter is always looking for Game Night Hosts!

Please text or call Robert Varga at 760-641-9112 or email [email protected] if you are interested in hosting Game Night.

To view photos from our past game nights - click here.

To view our Game Night guidelines - click here.

Health Problems/allergies: It is the responsibility of participants to carry on their person a record of significant allergies, medications and medical history in the event of a medical emergency.  Discuss any medical concerns with the event leader if you wish.


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