March 31st, 2009:

The Microconvention is a great chance to go in a gaming binge, or just meet some new people.

This event usually runs several hours, but don’t feel obligated to attend the entire event. At the Microcon, about 50 local folks gather to play a wide variety of games. We play everything from light-hearted social games and party games to head-scratching strategy games to an RPG or two. At the Microconvention you’ll have the opportunity to play games you’ve never seen before and to make new friends.

The group’s motto is: fun, food & games! This is a relaxed social environment with games that range from simple to complex. If you’ve never been to a Microcon, it’s a great opportunity to meet some fun folks, play your favorite games, and enjoy good times. Have a game you’ve been dying to play? Bring it!

Games

We generally have 30 to 60 people playing a variety of games over the course of several hours. We take care to have a mix of games: strategy games, card games, social games, traditional games, wargames and role-playing games. We used to post a schedule of tables and games, but now we just show up and mill about.

Food

The event fee INCLUDES THE FOOD. (Such a deal!) Event organizers will provide snacks and beverages as well as dinner. This month’s dinner will be Italian themed. Mangia, Mangia!

Venue

We host this event at River Towers. River Towers is accessible by Metro bus from Huntington Station. During non-rush hour weekends, the bus comes to River Towers from Huntington Station every hour.

RSVP and more details about the Alexandria Fun with Friends Group here.