Games & tabletop
When, where and how to join
The state chess association lists public local sessions and welcomes new players. Ask the organizer which venue is meeting next.
When: Listed Saturday and Monday sessions; confirm current times before going.
Where: Gateway Mall food court or Will-Moore Elementary cafeteria, depending on the session.
Who: All ages and playing abilities; new players welcome.
Multiple venues are listed, so there is no single Directions button. Casual play and rated games can have different arrangements.
Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
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Games & tabletop
Find tabletop players for Dungeons & Dragons, board games and casual card games.
MESA is BSC’s tabletop gaming community. Its published invitation includes students, faculty and alumni; contact an advisor to find a session.
When: Campus sessions; ask the advisor for the next meeting.
Where: Bismarck State College; room varies.
Who: BSC students, faculty and alumni of all ages, as listed by the college.
Check guest eligibility and the current room before attending.
Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Games & tabletop
Practice chess and meet other players through a campus club.
The college lists a chess club for students learning the game or building their strategy. Use the advisor contact in the club directory to join.
When: Confirm the term’s meeting time with the advisor.
Where: Bismarck State College; confirm the room.
Who: BSC students, including beginners.
This is a campus group; off-campus visitors should ask about eligibility.
Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Games & tabletop
Learn mahjong or find other players at the library’s recurring sessions.
The library welcomes beginner through advanced players. Daytime and evening editions use different rooms, so choose a session on the calendar.
When: Thursday afternoons and scheduled Tuesday evenings; check the current dated entries.
Where: Missouri River Room or Main Floor Atrium, Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library.
Who: Adult beginners and experienced mahjong players.
Confirm the room, session dates and any materials to bring. Daytime and evening sessions are combined here rather than listed as separate clubs.
Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
