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The original was posted on /r/edmonton by /u/NFT-Butters on 2024-08-26 23:09:42+00:00.

When I first posted here in this subreddit, nervously looking for players for a Vampire game I was about to run for the first time (also my first time running a TTRPG ever), I didn’t know what to expect. Then, someone from Board N Brew reached out, suggesting their space as the place we play. That simple recommendation changed everything.

Board N Brew quickly became more than just our spot to play a game. It became a cornerstone of my life. For over two years, it was where I spent some of my best moments - usually twice a week, sometimes three times, sometimes four times, each session lasting four hours or more. The games we played, the stories we created, all found a home in that space.

The location was perfect, but it was the atmosphere that made it special. It was a place where my friends and I could truly connect. Board N Brew gave us a space to laugh, to strategise, to escape into the worlds we created. It was our place. This was where I made friends who have consistently been in my life ever since.

The impact Board N Brew had on my life is hard to put into words. All I can say is it truly made a significant and positive impact on my life. I’ve made memories there that I’ll carry with me forever. The news of your closing hit me harder than I could have ever expected, and I’ll admit, I shed a few tears knowing that this chapter is coming to an end. We still don’t know how we’ll ever replace you.

To the staff of Board N Brew, thank you from the bottom of my heart. You weren’t just there: you were an essential part of the experience. Your kindness, your enthusiasm, your understanding made each visit better. If anyone ever receives a resume from a former Board N Brew staffer, I hope they realize what a gem they’re getting.

I wish I could convince you to stay, but I know I can’t. What I can do is say thank you for the incredible times we had and for everyone who made it so special. Board N Brew, you will be deeply missed, but you’ll always hold a special place in my heart. I won’t ever forget you, and I can’t be more thankful for all the opportunities and all the memories you gave me.