Join Ren, Josh, and Tiffani for “What’s the Point of Games?: a Philosophical Discussion” at The Grotto on Tuesday, October 27 from 7 to 9 pm! We can't wait to see some new faces and continue our philosophical conversations and experiences in a new venue.

We'll discuss the following questions and more:

Do games have a value or purpose beyond “having fun” or passing the time?

Does playing games achieve something that other activities don’t, or do something better than other activities can?

Are games a form of art? What distinguishes games from other forms of art?

Guidelines for discussion and a brief advance reading from Thi Nguyen’s Games: Art as Agency will be emailed to participants upon registration. The experiential component of the event will be a game of Spyfall (a game discussed in the text) to inform the conversation.

Space is limited to ensure that everyone has a chance to participate in the discussion.

Cash and venmo donations accepted at the event (suggested $5).

If you have a fever/cough/are otherwise feeling sick on the day of the event, please stay home and join us next time.

Start your week with coffee, conversation, and community.

Collide & Create is a morning coffee meet-up designed for entrepreneurs, creatives, and doers to connect, collaborate, and spark new ideas. Whether you're building a startup, launching a creative project, or just looking to meet new collaborators, this is your space to collide and create.

This energizing hour is all about genuine connection over coffee. No agenda. No presentations. Just people, ideas, and opportunity every fourth Tuesday of the month!

Presented in partnership with: Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Central and Northern PA and York LaunchBox.

Join us every last Monday of the month from 6 PM - 9 PM for figure drawing! Led by Annelise Vuono of Lovebug Illustrations and featuring a diverse lineup of models each month.

Suggested donation is $10.

No experience necessary! Annelise is a great teacher who makes these exercises approachable for those who need it and engaging for those who desire more of a challenge.  

All ages and levels of artists welcome!

This is a costumed session. Focus: model is an actor and will have a curated period specific outfit and props. Focus is on ‘story-telling’ with elements.

Every third Tuesday of the month from 12 PM - 1 PM, join us with a brown bag lunch for Kudos Club and Creative Office Hours!

We'll share our recent wins with encouraging folks from the neighborhood and make new friends. You'll even get a gold star — or have the opportunity to make one for someone else!

If you're looking for a supportive hang with the coolest artists, entrepreneurs, and community members, you've found the place.

The Grotto is turning another year older, and we want to celebrate with YOU! Join us on October 14 for a day of free coworking, good company, and (of course) cake!

Whether you’re a member, a curious neighbor, or someone who’s been meaning to check us out — this is the day to do it. Come work alongside our community, meet fellow entrepreneurs and creatives, and help us toast to another year of The Grotto.

We can’t wait to see you!

Join us every last Monday of the month from 6 PM - 9 PM for figure drawing! Led by Annelise Vuono of Lovebug Illustrations and featuring a diverse lineup of models each month.

Suggested donation is $10.

No experience necessary! Annelise is a great teacher who makes these exercises approachable for those who need it and engaging for those who desire more of a challenge.  

All ages and levels of artists welcome!

This is a costumed session. Focus: model is an actor and will have a curated period specific outfit and props. Focus is on ‘story-telling’ with elements.

Every third Tuesday of the month from 12 PM - 1 PM, join us with a brown bag lunch for Kudos Club and Creative Office Hours!

We'll share our recent wins with encouraging folks from the neighborhood and make new friends. You'll even get a gold star — or have the opportunity to make one for someone else!

If you're looking for a supportive hang with the coolest artists, entrepreneurs, and community members, you've found the place.

A FREE, semi-structured public morning meet-up for business professionals and community members. Plan to create new connections, grow partnerships, spark inspiration, and gain resources to support sustainable business initiatives and collective action.

We’ll supply the coffee and the professionals

Hosted every second Tuesday of the month from 7:45 AM - 9 AM.

Join us every last Monday of the month from 6 PM - 9 PM for figure drawing! Led by Annelise Vuono of Lovebug Illustrations and featuring a diverse lineup of models each month.

Suggested donation is $10.

No experience necessary! Annelise is a great teacher who makes these exercises approachable for those who need it and engaging for those who desire more of a challenge.  

All ages and levels of artists welcome!

This is a costumed session. Focus: model is an actor and will have a curated period specific outfit and props. Focus is on ‘story-telling’ with elements.

Every third Tuesday of the month from 12 PM - 1 PM, join us with a brown bag lunch for Kudos Club and Creative Office Hours!

We'll share our recent wins with encouraging folks from the neighborhood and make new friends. You'll even get a gold star — or have the opportunity to make one for someone else!

If you're looking for a supportive hang with the coolest artists, entrepreneurs, and community members, you've found the place.

A FREE, semi-structured public morning meet-up for business professionals and community members. Plan to create new connections, grow partnerships, spark inspiration, and gain resources to support sustainable business initiatives and collective action.

We’ll supply the coffee and the professionals

Hosted every second Tuesday of the month from 7:45 AM - 9 AM.

Join us every last Monday of the month from 6 PM - 9 PM for figure drawing! Led by Annelise Vuono of Lovebug Illustrations and featuring a diverse lineup of models each month.

Suggested donation is $10.

No experience necessary! Annelise is a great teacher who makes these exercises approachable for those who need it and engaging for those who desire more of a challenge.  

All ages and levels of artists welcome!

This is a costumed session. Focus: model is an actor and will have a curated period specific outfit and props. Focus is on ‘story-telling’ with elements.

Every third Tuesday of the month from 12 PM - 1 PM, join us with a brown bag lunch for Kudos Club and Creative Office Hours!

We'll share our recent wins with encouraging folks from the neighborhood and make new friends. You'll even get a gold star — or have the opportunity to make one for someone else!

If you're looking for a supportive hang with the coolest artists, entrepreneurs, and community members, you've found the place.

Join us every last Monday of the month from 6 PM - 9 PM for figure drawing! Led by Annelise Vuono of Lovebug Illustrations and featuring a diverse lineup of models each month.

Suggested donation is $10.

No experience necessary! Annelise is a great teacher who makes these exercises approachable for those who need it and engaging for those who desire more of a challenge.  

All ages and levels of artists welcome!

Please note that this is a nude session with two models. Focus: creating shapes from the negative spaces between two models. (Philip Pearlstein set up)

Every third Tuesday of the month from 12 PM - 1 PM, join us with a brown bag lunch for Kudos Club and Creative Office Hours!

We'll share our recent wins with encouraging folks from the neighborhood and make new friends. You'll even get a gold star — or have the opportunity to make one for someone else!

If you're looking for a supportive hang with the coolest artists, entrepreneurs, and community members, you've found the place.

A FREE, semi-structured public morning meet-up for business professionals and community members. Plan to create new connections, grow partnerships, spark inspiration, and gain resources to support sustainable business initiatives and collective action.

We’ll supply the coffee and the professionals

Hosted every second Tuesday of the month from 7:45 AM - 9 AM.