News & Updates
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December Kickback Recap
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 &…
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Aftershock Classic Arcade Recap
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…
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X-Men Launch Party Recap
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…
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Flipping Out at Double Tap – What a Night!
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…
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Olympic Trophies, Pinball Victories, and Milestone Celebrations!
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),…
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Having a blast at Aftershock Classic Arcade
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…
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Wind, Ciders, and Pinball Magic at Hidden Cave!
Hey Belles! What a wild and windy adventure we had at Hidden Cave Cidery in Middleton! Despite the stormy skies (it was almost tornado weather!) 14 of us braved the elements for a night of pinball, cider, and great vibes. Our first-time meetup at this location was a hit! We had the space all to…
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A New Chapter for Our Pinball Community
For over three years, our group has thrived on providing a safe and welcoming environment for women and gender non-conforming individuals to enjoy pinball on the second Wednesday of each month. Our goal has always been to create an inclusive space where everyone feels comfortable and safe. Unfortunately, recent developments with one of our long-time…
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Underground Pinball Recap
Happy Mother’s Day Belles! Thank you to all that were able to make it out to “The Underground Pinball” evening at Lauren’s place. We had an impressive 18 sign up. 1 cheered us on. Thanks Tiffany! We had 3 newbies! Welcome, Jen A, Mary S, and Bridget to Belles and Chimes of Madison! We all…