Hi Belles,

Despite the snowy roads, eight of us braved the weather for a night of pinball at Aftershock last Wednesday! We welcomed one new player and played through seven rounds, leading up to a Monster Bash showdown for the finals.

Winners’ Circle

Donelle took 1st place

Cora snagged 2nd

Tiffany landed in 3rd

Jacque rounded out 4th

We had a sweet prize table, but we want to highlight two special items from Black women creators in Wisconsin:

Lou won a Sweethearts Tote from Chase My Creations (IG: chasemycreations) based in Milwaukee (peep Tiffany’s sweater for another item in her shop), and Brooke won a Growing Pains Metallic Mug in Gold from B.Denae Artistry (IG: b.denae_artistry), who works out of Madison. You might have even seen some of her work at local markets or admired one of her murals in Beaver Dam. If you’re not already following these two talented ladies, check them out and support them by shopping at their online stores! (Don’t miss next month as we have more items from Black ladies in Wisconsin)

We also had a split flipper side quest on Doctor Who, where Cora & Brooke teamed up for the win earning themselves a PB&J plush, one half for each of them!

A huge thank you to Aftershock staff for keeping our glasses full and treating us to coupons, pretzels, pickles, and top-notch bartending!

Black History Month Factoid: Muriel Tramis

While not directly pinball-related, it’s important to recognize Muriel Tramis, a true pioneer in gaming. She is widely considered the first Black woman to work as a game designer. For years, searching for the first Black woman in game design would misleadingly bring up Carol Shaw, a white woman, highlighting just how overlooked Tramis’ contributions were.

One of her most notable works was Freedom (1988), a game about enslaved people fighting their slaves. It challenged culture and history on multiple levels. Her impact on gaming history was finally recognized when she became the second-ever game designer awarded the Legion of Honor in France, one of the country’s highest distinctions for military or civil service. And just this month, USC Games honored her with the inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award for her groundbreaker contributions to the gaming industry. 

Learn more about her here which includes an embedded YouTube video of a micro-documentary.

Save The Date

Mark your calendar for our next events:

March 12: The Kickback Bar – We are collaborating with ladies in the beer industry!

March 23: The Kickback Bar for our Dungeons & Dragons Launch Party

IFPA’s Special Announcement

On February 7, the IFPA made an important post about inclusivity in competitive pinball, reaffirming its support for women’s pinball, non-binary players competing in women’s events, and making it clear that transwomen are women and belong in women’s pinball. It also emphasized that transmen are men, and that homophobia, transphobia, or any form of discrimination will not be tolerated.

We reiterated this message on Facebook the same day—if you missed it, we encourage you to give it a read. More importantly, we want to remind everyone in Belles that we all have a responsibility to uphold these values. That means holding ourselves and each other accountable. If someone says something that doesn’t sit right with you, call them in. If someone is being hateful, call them out. The organizers will do our best to lead by example, but it takes all! 

See you at The Kickback!

You’re flipping cool,

The Belles & Chimes Madison Planning Team

We had an awesome day at The Kickback Bar for the Metallica Pin-Golf Launch Party! Huge thanks to everyone who came out and rocked with us. The top four battled it out in the finals, and here’s how it shook out:

Dori Ann took 1st place and the plaque!
Donelle snagged 2nd (and her first-ever translite!)
Erin claimed 3rd from the prize table
Tiffany rounded out 4th with another prize

But let’s be real—we all won, thanks to Brown Paws Dog Rescue stopping by with some adorable pups! If you’re looking to support a great cause, consider donating, fostering, or even adopting your furrrever friend!

Black History Month & Pinball Factoid

Did you know? In 1979, Bally released Harlem Globetrotters, the first pinball game centered around African American sports icons, reflecting the influence of the Civil Rights Movement. It featured legendary players like Meadowlark Lemon, Fred “Curley” Neal, and Hubert “Geese” Ausbie. Two years later, Stern followed with a machine featuring former boxing champion and activist Muhammad Ali.

We’re celebrating Black History Month at our next event by featuring prizes from Black women creators in Wisconsin! We hope you’ll join us for some fun, friendly competition, and meaningful recognition of Black contributions to pinball and beyond.

Event Details

Date: February 12, 2025

Location: Aftershock Classic Arcade

Time: Registration opens at 6PM, gameplay start at 6:30PM

Cost: $5 Entry Fee + token drop

Theme: Come celebrate Galentine’s Day! Wear something that makes you feel love, or keep it simple with red, pink, or purple.

In Case You Missed It

Madison Belles had a fantastic showing at the Wisconsin Women’s IFPA State Championship! While we didn’t take 1st, we played some incredible pinball, even in an unfamiliar setting against some of the best in the state.

Special shoutout to Jacque for battling all 7 games against Kassidy (now a three-time champ)! It was an absolute nail-biter, but those pesky No Good Gophers took the win this time.

We’re so proud of Allison, Donelle, Mary, Jacque, Erin, and Sharkey for qualifying, plus Sara & Dori, our regular visiting Belles. And kudos to Tiffany for making it as an alternate!

Pinball Tips: Action Button Master List

Ever see the red button on Rush, press it in a panic, and wonder why nothing happened? It’s actually a diverter! Perhaps you’re seeing the red button on Uncanny X-Men and wondering why you have to hold the button for Bishop to work. It’s moving what shot Bishop is going to spot for you! If you want to know what that blinking button on your favorite game actually does, check out this Action Button Master List from Tilt Forums.

That’s it for now, Belles! Can’t wait to see you all at Aftershock on Feb 12 for some pinball and Galentine’s fun.

Stay flippin’ awesome,

PS….if you know of a space to display the Belles and Chimes 2025 flyer please reach out!

Hi Belles,

Thanks to everyone who joined us for our casual meetup at NerdHaven Arcade–it was nice to be back! We had 8 folks come out, including two new faces: Josephine and Clei. It’s always a pleasure connecting with new and familiar friends over pinball!

Save The Date

Mark your calendar for our next events:

January 26: Metallica Remastered Launch Party at The Kickback (Pin-Golf Style!)

• Wear your favorite musical artist band t-shirt or concert attire!

February 12: Regular monthly meetup at Aftershock Arcade

For the rest of the year, our tentative locations are shown below. Locations and dates are subject to change.

This is not our official 2025 flyer, but you’ll start seeing official fliers up soon

Shoutouts – Madison Youth Pinball – Help Needed!

The Madison Youth Pinball group meets twice a month. It’s a time for children to learn how to play pinball for free. This event is hosted by Francis Wisniewski and supported by adult volunteers within the pinball community; however, they could use some extra hands. If you’re interested in supporting Madison Youth Pinball, please reach out, and we can get you connected to Francis. Their next event is January 25 and they have their first tournament on February 1. They usually need the most help in their earlier block with kids 11 and under.

Pinball News – Wisconsin Women’s State IFPA Championship Qualifiers!

A big congrats to some of our Belles for qualifying for the IFPA State Championships, Women Division! Shoutout to Allison, Donelle, Erin, Mary, Jacque, and Sharkey for qualifying. Shoutout to our not-so-local Belles Dori and Sara as well! Shoutout to Tiffany making it as an alternate too! Good luck to everyone. We’re proud of how much this group has grown in both size and skill. 

If you want to support the championship, Sara is still looking for more cash and other prizes. Please consider donating or sharing!

We’re looking forward to another amazing year of pinball with you all.

See you at The Kickback!

Flip on,

The Belles & Chimes Madison Planning Team

Hello Belles!,

What a fantastic turnout at our latest meetup! We had 16 participants, including a new face, Kami, and a returning Belle all the way from Minnesota, Ann! Thanks to everyone who joined us for a night of pinball and fun. Thank you to The Kickback for hosting another event for the Belles & Chimes – Madison Chapter.  And for those who participated in our fundraiser for WayForward Food Pantry, be sure to read below for more details on how your generosity made a difference and who took home the sparkly rubber ducky!

Winners’ Circle

We played six rounds of group match play with Jacque and Donelle duking it out on Deadpool to determine the 4th person of the finals on Godzilla. Congrats to the top winners of the night:

1st: Lainy

2nd: Donelle

3rd: Cora

4th: Mary

For the other groups, Jacque, Alley, and Brooke won 1st place for their respective groups.

Fundraiser for WayForward Food Pantry

Thank you to everyone who participated in our fundraiser for WayForward Food Pantry! Your generous donations will go a long way in supporting a cause that is making a real difference in our community. We collected 47 items in total, with Mary Owen bringing in an impressive 22 of those items, earning her the coveted sparkly rubber ducky!

WayForward Food Pantry has seen a dramatic increase in need over the past two years, with food pantry visits tripling and 13,133 people benefiting from their programs last year. They provide essential support to 729 households annually, helping ensure that families can maintain housing stability and avoid eviction.

However, the need continues to grow. Food insecurity remains a significant issue in Dane County, with 9.2% of residents affected, and the disparity is even more striking among communities of color—22% of Latino residents and 28% of Black residents face food insecurity, one of the largest racial gaps in the country. (All stats come directly from WayForward’s Impact Page.)

We’re grateful to be part of an effort that shines a light on these important issues and supports those who are working hard to address them.

Save the Date!

We’ve got some exciting events lined up for the new year!

• January 8: Casual meetup at Nerdhaven
• January 29: Metallica Remastered launch party at The Kickback

Stay tuned for more details as we finalize our 2025 calendar. It’s going to be an amazing year ahead! Remember there are a handful of other events in town hosted by other Tournament Directors. You can see them all on our calendar.

Tournament Announcements and Reminders

As we approach the end of 2024, excitement is building for the upcoming tournaments!

IFPA-Certified Tournaments: There are two big events coming up—the State Tournament for Wisconsin and the Women’s State Tournament. We have a handful of Belles who are already qualified, with a few others still in the running depending on if current qualifiers drop out.

Check out this cool speculator tool to see the standings and see what would happen if people drop out. There are a number of non-Wisconsinites who qualify so the standings could shake up significantly if folks drop out. 

The weekend of January 4th, join us for two co-ed tournaments to help raise money for the Women’s State Tournament:

• January 4th at The Kickback in Middleton
• January 5th at Lumberjack Johnny’s in Appleton 

Both are $20 buy-in + coin drop, with half of the entry fee going to the Women’s State Tournament fund and the other half as a cash prize for the winners.

IFPA State Championships will take place January 18th, and the Women’s State Championships will be on January 19th, both at District 82 in De Pere, Wisconsin. Be sure to register before the end of the year if you qualify!

Madison Pinball Tournament: There’s also the Madison Pinball Championship, where the top 16 in the Madison-area will compete. No specific women’s division, but it’s an exciting opportunity for our local players. The tournament is set for January 11th at I/O Arcade Bar. You can follow the current standings on the custom ranking view. Let’s keep cheering for Mary, who is currently qualifying!

As we close out the year, we’re gearing up for something fun—a 2024 Belles Wrapped! We’ll be looking back at the year with some cool stats highlighting our venues of the year, players, and more. Keep an eye out for this lighthearted recap coming soon!

Thanks for being such an amazing part of the Belles community. We can’t wait to see what 2025 has in store!

Hello Belles!

We had an amazing turnout for our November meetup Wednesday at Aftershock Classic Arcade! With 20 participants, including five first-timers, it was an exciting night filled with competitive energy and new faces. A huge thank-you to Aftershock for hosting us and providing those delicious hot pretzels!

Winners’ Circle

We played six rounds of group match play, wrapping up with a thrilling final on Monster Bash. Congratulations to our top players:

1st: Erin

2nd: Cora (welcome to the group!)

3rd: Alley

4th: Brooke

Alley, if you’d like your trophy before the next meetup, please reach out!

A special shoutout to Donelle, Stacie, Shay, and Joanne (not pictured), who each won $5 worth of tokens, thanks to Aftershock’s generosity!

Save the Date!

Mark your calendars for our final event of the year on Wednesday, December 11th! We’re finalizing the location and working with John and Adam at NerdHaven, who are balancing family commitments and currently open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays only. Keep an eye out for updates, and please support NerdHaven when you can!

News, Announcements, and Reminders

IFPA Tournament Reminder – If you’re interested in participating in the IFPA tournaments (both Open and Women’s), please remember to register on their page. Unregistered players will not be able to enter, even if they qualify. Several Belles currently qualify, and a few more are just below the line that may get invited, so don’t miss out!

Madison Youth Pinball – The Madison Youth Pinball group will hold its second meetup on Saturday, November 23, at 11 AM at Kickback. You may even see some friendly faces for Belles helping out. If you’d like to help with the event, please reach out, and we’ll connect you with the right contacts.

Check out what Andreas has created!  Belles & Chimes uses MatchPlay for our platform to run our tournaments.  Now you can adorn your Match Play profile with a collection of pride flags! Andreas finally found a nice set of pride flags to offer in addition to the national flags. You’ll find the pride flag section after the national flags, but before the US state flags.  Yeah for adding flare to the pinball community!! 

Looking forward to seeing everyone for a fantastic December meetup!

Cheers,

The Belles & Chimes Madison Planning Team

Hello Belles!

First, we (Tiffany and Jacque) want to express how deeply grateful we are for each of you and for the Belles & Chimes community, which has become such a meaningful part of our lives. Now, more than ever, spaces like ours are vital. Our community is here with open arms, offering a safe and welcoming place for women, LGBTQ+ members, BIPOC, those with disabilities, and all who find themselves underrepresented.

Despite the recent election outcome, which has been tough for many of us, Belles & Chimes remains a sanctuary for anyone who feels marginalized or “different.” Together, we can continue to create a safe and supportive space. Let’s channel our energy toward what we can control, starting with our community and extending to actions that strengthen our local presence and work toward positive change.

Thank you for being here, for embracing each other, and for making Belles a beacon of love and acceptance. Let’s not let this overshadow the joy and connection we share—starting with a look back at our latest pingolf tournament!

After our Pingolf and X-Men Launch Party at Kickback, we’re still buzzing from excitement! For those who missed it, we had an amazing time with a 9-hole Pingolf challenge and a fierce X-Men playoff. Check out the recap below!

For our next meetup, we’ll be gathering at Aftershock Classic Arcade for another fun night of flippers, friends, and competition. Bring a friend, and don’t hesitate to invite new faces to join the fun! 

Event Details

Date: November 13, 2024

Location: Aftershock Classic Arcade

Time: Registration opens at 6PM, gameplay start at 6:30PM

Cost: $5 Entry Fee + coin drop

Theme: The 13th is World Kindness Day. If you have a shirt that has a kind message on it, wear it!

You can find Aftershock’s list of games on their website or check the Pinball Map.

Nov 3rd Event Recap – X-Men Launch & Pingolf Fun!

For those who joined us at the Kickback for our first pingolf tournament, thank you! We had a fantastic evening trying out a 9-hole pingolf course and celebrating the X-Men launch. Special shoutouts to our top players in the X-Men playoff:

X-Men Plaque Winner: Mary

2nd Place: Courtney, who snagged the translate

3rd Place: Erin, who scored a comic

4th Place: Sara, who we thank her for helping us during the event!

Congratulations to Lainy and Aimee for winning free vouchers from Kickback. And a big roar for Godzilla’s 70th birthday that night.

Pinball Tips – Theater of Magic – Skill Shot Basics

For a skill shot on the first plunge, watch the display and plunge when your desired award appears. Awards include:

• 10M or 20M points
• 2x Bonus
• Advance Clock (2 hours)
• Begin Illusion (if not already lit) or 2x Combo (if Illusion is lit)

Aim for the trunk’s hole to complete the skill shot, get the reward, and add to your end-of-ball bonus.

Pinball News & Announcements

Image from Madison Youth Pinball Facebook Page

• Madison Youth Pinball Group is launching! Meeting 1-2 times a month, this group will encourage children 7-17 to learn the basics of pinball. They had over 20 kids during their first event!
• New Monthly Pingolf at Kickback! Kickback will be hosting open (co-ed) pingolf tournaments on the last Sunday of each month. Perfect chance to get a group and play with them the whole day.
• New Tournaments at Aftershock! Erin will soon be hosting regular pinball tournaments at Aftershock–stay tuned for more details on dates and formats.
• Kickback’s Grand Opening Celebration on November 16 will feature a full day of events including a pinball tournament! Swing by to check out the festivities and support this great local spot. 

Looking forward to seeing you all at Aftershock November 13th. Let’s make it a night to remember with good company, great games, and lots of laughs.

Cheers,

The Belles & Chimes Madison Planning Team

The Kickback Bar – Save the Date for a Sunday Tee Time!

Hey Belles,

We had an awesome time at The Kickback for the first time, with 17 players, including 2 new faces! A big shout out to The Kickback for being such fantastic hosts and to Hidden Cave for providing us with some great prizes. The Kickback even had the brand-new Uncanny X-Men release, which we hope you all got to try at least once!

Winners’ Circle

Our top 4 players—Mary, Lauren, Brooke, and Alley—battled it out on X-Men, and after some epic flipper action, the final standings were:
Mary
Lauren
Brooke

Only the top 3 received trophies, but great job to Alley for making it to the final round!

In the other groups, congratulations to Donelle, Elise, Melissa, and Stacie, who each won a Hidden Cave Cidery gift card. Enjoy those delicious prizes!

Save the Date!

We’ve got two events coming up next month that you won’t want to miss!

• Sunday, November 3rd: We’re hosting a special Uncanny X-Men Release Party at The Kickback, featuring Pin-Golf Qualifying! We’ll likely kick things off around 12 PM, but stay tuned for more details. If you’re new to Pin-Golf, the goal is to hit a target score within your three balls. The number of “strokes” you get depends on which ball you hit the target or your final score if you don’t reach it. List of games here.
• Wednesday, November 13th: We’ll be back at Aftershock Classic Arcade for our regularly scheduled monthly event. Be sure to check out their game list on their website for some pinball practice beforehand!

You can find other pinball events in the Madison area by subscribing to our Google Calendar or visiting our website.

Pinball News – Halloween Kickback Nine, Pinball Expo, State Championships

Can’t get enough pinball at The Kickback. Our dear Sara is going to be in town with her fiancé Ryan to host a co-ed (Open) Pingolf event that also serves as an X-Men Release Party. Costumes encouraged! You don’t want to miss this event as there will be some great Stern prizes up for grabs.

Pinball Expo Reminder – Also a quick reminder that the Pinball Expo and Video Game Summit is this weekend near Chicago! They have multiple tournaments happening including a Women’s Division. You can find the expo schedule on their website and register yourself on the Drain Tournament Manager if you plan on participating in any of the tournaments. Good luck to anyone who is participating!

Championships Reminder – Speaking of tournaments, we’re getting really close to the end of the year when it’s time to prepare for Championship season. As one of the few women’s events in Wisconsin, it is likely there will be multiple Madison Belle’s participants eligible to play in the IFPA Women’s State Championships. For this year, the top 8 women of open tournaments  and the top 8 of the women’s only tournaments will be qualified to play the state championships. If you qualify, you MUST register with IFPA here if you want to participate. You can find more information on the Women’s North America Championship Series here.

Announcement – Roller Derby

Roller derby fans, rejoice! The Madison Roller Derby (MRD) winter season is here, and their next event is on Saturday, October 19th. Make sure to follow MRD to stay up to date on their events this season. And don’t forget to cheer on our very own Jo out on the field!

Thanks for reading, Belles! Keep flippin’ and we’ll see you at the next event!

Hey Belles!,

Just a quick follow-up on our epic night at Double Tap Madison! We had 9 players in total, including 3 awesome newbies who jumped right into the action. Huge shoutout to Dori and Tiffany for getting everyone setup with tap cards and covering the games.

If you haven’t been to Double Tap Madison yet, we suggest you take a look. Not only were their nerdy-themed drinks tasty, the pinball setup was pretty cozy. Machines were in their own corner with tables and chairs nearby, making it easy to relax between rounds. While some machines had tight tilt bobbers, we all enjoyed the space and felt the layout was perfect for our group. Definitely recommend checking it out!

Winners’ Circle

Congrats to our top 4: Alley, Dori, Leah, and Tiffany! They battled it out on Jaws with 3 intense rounds to crown the night’s champ. And let’s not forget another highlight–Dori absolutely crushed it on Star Wars, scoring over a billion points on ball 1 and claiming Grand Champion on the machine.

Save the Date!

For our next event on October 19th, we’ll be playing at The Kickbar Bar for the first time! There are over 40 machines and they come from the Craft Beer Pinball League router. You’re sure to find one of your favorites there! Can’t wait to see you all there!

You can find other pinball events in the Madison area by subscribing to our Google Calendar or visiting our website.

Announcement

One last reminder that Tiffany is participating in Madison (technically Middleton) Walk to End Lupus Now on September 28th. Feel free to join her walking team “Flippin’ Lupus!” or donate by using this link!

Pinball News – Pinball Expo + Video Game Summit

Images from pinballexpo.com

The Pinball Expo in Chicago is returning from October 15-19 and it’s combining forces with the Video Game Summit for an unforgettable retro arcade experience.

For those unfamiliar with the Pinball Expo, it is one of the largest and most celebrated pinball events globally. It’s a haven for pinball fans, featuring an incredible array of pinball machines, seminars, and opportunities to meet other enthusiasts. This year, the event is even more exciting with a retro arcade theme, promising a blast from the past with plenty of games to play.

In addition to the vast selection of machines, there will be various tournaments, including a  women’s division. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just looking to have some fun, there’s something for everyone at this amazing event.

Don’t miss out on the chance to immerse yourself in the world of pinball and video games! It’s going to be an epic celebration of all things arcade!

By the way, there is a Belles & Chimes Worldwide t-shirt you can pre-order. You can either have it shipped to you or pick it up at the expo. Find the t-shirt here.

Thanks again to everyone who came out. Looking forward to seeing you all at the next meeting – let’s keep the good times rolling!

Flip on,

The Belles & Chimes Madison Planning Team

Hey Belles!,

We had a flippin’ fantastic time at NerdHaven Arcade and with 18 of you awesome people showing up (including one fresh face), it was a night to remember!

We were all about celebrating milestones this time–congrats to our newest PhD (you know who you are), the Belle who just tied the knot (Donelle), and the one who saved the day by rescuing a pup (Nichole)! Talk about leveling up in life!

A massive shoutout to Mary for the grate cheese and summer sausages which paired nicely with the wine provided to us from our pals John and Adam. Additional thanks to John and Adam for providing three gift cards to NerdHaven for our winners! Be sure to check out Grab N Grocery on 1511 Williamson Street if you want more of the delicious goods Mary provided us. We know you can get some bomb spring rolls and homebrewed kombucha as well.

Winners’ Circle

In our main final, our Belles duked it out on Black Knight 2000. Sharkey got the gold at the end. Donelle with silver, Erin with bronze, and Jacque with… Copper? In our other groups, Alley, Aimee, and Nia won NerdHaven gift cards.

Our Olympic-themed trophies really brought out the competitive spirit–thanks to everyone who played with such heart and skill!

Save the Date!

For our next event on September 11th, we’re still deciding between a few options, but Double Tap might just be our next stop. Stay tuned for details–it’s going to be a blast either way! 

You can find other pinball events in the Madison area by subscribing to our Google Calendar or visiting our website.

Announcement

During our meet up, Tiffany shared that she is participating in Madison (technically Middleton) Walk to End Lupus Now on September 28th. Feel free to join her walking team “Flippin’ Lupus!” or donate by using this link!

Pinball News – New Venue Kickback

If you haven’t heard the buzz yet, a brand-new bar is about to flip into Middleton, boasting over 30 pinball machines! It will be the new home of the Craft Beer Pinball League. The list of pins and other arcade games is already up on their website.

But that’s not all! They’re planning to host even more fun events like a Skee-Ball League and NBA JAM nights, so you’ll definitely want to stay in the loop. Be sure to click the icons at the bottom of their website to follow their social media pages–you won’t want to miss out on any of the action!

Thanks for making NerdHaven a night full of fun, fantastic flips, and gold-medal moments! Can’t wait to see you all again sooner

Cheers and High Scores,

The Belles & Chimes Madison Planning Team

Belles, you all are sparkles!

What a blast of a night we had at Aftershock Classic Arcade for our monthly IFPA tournament during their Shark Week! This was our first time hosting an IFPA tournament at Aftershock, and it was a memorable experience. We had 17 enthusiastic players, including one returning Belles and a brand-new Belles, who brought along a cheering squad with a supportive poster!

Aftershock went above and beyond spoiling us with gift certificates for free tokens and a beer for a future visit. If you missed out on getting a gift certificate, please reach out to us and we’ll make sure you get one.

🏆 Winners’ Circle 🏆

We played 6 rounds with a finals on Game of Thrones. Mary was on fire throughout the final, but in the end, Erin emerged victorious. Mary secured a close second, with Stacie taking third and Brooke fourth. Besides the coveted homemade trophies, they won a $15 gift card, $10 gift card, and tokens (with a cup) respectively.

A special shoutout to Allison who managed to snag the Grand Champion title on Tales of Arabian Nights.

Way to go everyone!

📅 Save the Date! 📅

Looking ahead, next month’s tournament will be held at NerdHaven Arcade on Aug 14, 2024 6:00 PM. Cost is $5 plus coin drop.

🎉 Pinball News 🎉

Have you been checking in on your monthly Stern Insider Connected quests? The Bastille Day badge deadline is fast approaching! Get the Bastille Day badge by logging into any Stern machine and getting at least 30 million points in a single game. You have until the 14th of July to get it. The Brian Eddy badge is also available until the end of the month. And for those who are fans of John Wick, there are contracts to complete. Log into your Insider Connected account to see more information about quests and contracts.

Cheers,

The Belles & Chimes Madison Planning Team