Opening Update & Fractured Sky: Awakening Preview with IV Studios

Vera Devera•February 18, 2026

Opening Update

I hope 2026 has been off to a great start for you. Unfortunately, we’ve run into more unexpected permitting roadblocks. Our staff and construction team are standing by, ready to begin work as soon as we get the go ahead from the City of Berkeley, but sadly this means we’re unlikely to open before late spring. I'm grateful for your patience and will keep you informed as we move forward!

Cheers,

Vera

Upcoming Event: Fractured Sky Awakening Preview with IV Studios

We’re excited to announce that Tabletop Library is partnering with IV Studios for an exclusive demo of Fractured Sky: Awakening on Thursday, March 12, from 5 to 9pm. The event will include a how-to-play tutorial for the base game and its expansions–plus Soar, a small box game launching with the campaign. RSVP →

Membership Spotlight

Recently, NPR aired a segment on why simply saying “we should hang out” won’t lead to real friendships. It got me thinking about why tabletop gaming is such a fantastic way to meet new people: it reduces the social pressure of always being “on” because you can focus on the board in front of you—and yet, you're sharing the highs and lows of an epic (or silly) game over the course of an evening.

That segues into how excited I am about our members. The Tabletop Library community is shaping up to be as diverse as the games on our shelves! Whether you're a journalism junkie turned aspiring yachtsman, a book club organizer venturing into wooden token crafting, or someone who treasures the puzzle of finding optimal plays—you'll find your people here. We’re excited to be your third space and connect you with new folks to game with.

Join as a Founding Member today →

News From the Collection

This month we’re highlighting some of our favorite two-player games that are easy to set-up and play, making them perfect after a hectic day at work, or over a relaxing weekend:

Fromage: A game where you craft artisanal cheese–simultaneously. The board rotates between rounds, revealing new opportunities to score, and forcing you to adapt as different sections come into focus.
Patchwork: A cozy puzzle classic, now sporting a refreshed, modern look. On your turn, draft and stitch tiles together; the most efficient quilt earns the most points!
White Castle Duel: A two-player version of The White Castle, a strategy game set in feudal Japan. Place courtiers, and manage resources and actions in an attempt to gain influence and shift the balance of power.
Iliad: In this head-to-head game of cat and mouse, you will place tiles in alternating patterns to gain the favor of the gods.

Pre-orders: We’re looking forward to stocking our collection with some highly anticipated games such as The Old King’s Crown, Orloj, Agent Avenue, Recall, and more. If you’re interested in pre-ordering with us, reply to this email with the games you’re interested in (and members get 10% off)!