PS - Winter Solstice Game Night Hosted by Robert and John -

  • Sat, December 20, 2025
  • 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Palm Desert, CA (Address to be provided once you have REGISTERED)
  • 22
  • 40 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.
Register


Robert Varga and John Simonsen have invited us all to the Game Night on Saturday,  December 20th, 2025 at their beautiful home in PALM DESERT.


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

This event will be indoor/outdoor so dress warm!! 

SCHEDULE:

4:00 PM to 6:00 PM - ARRIVAL, CHECK IN, & APPETIZERS

6:00 PM to 7:00 PM – POTLUCK DINNER 

7:00 PM to 9:00 PM – GAME TIME AND WARM YOUR TOES BY THE FIRE

WHAT TO BRING:

1) Potluck Item for at least 8 people 

2) Your own beverage(s)

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.  

PLEASE DO NOT ask our hosts to provide access to their ovens or bowls, spoons, etc.

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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