About Good Games Social Club
Good Games Social Club was founded with a simple goal: bring people together through games, laughter, and community.
What started as a small gathering of board game enthusiasts has grown into a welcoming Long Island community where people can meet new friends, discover new games, and enjoy memorable experiences.
From board game nights and trivia events to murder mysteries and special themed gatherings, we create fun and inclusive events for players of all experience levels. Whether you’re a lifelong gamer or attending your first event, you’ll always have a seat at the table.
Today, our community includes hundreds of members across Long Island who share a passion for great games and even better company.
Play. Connect. Build Community.
Meet the Founders
Jacob Janoff & Marc Manza
Good Games Social Club was founded by Jacob and Marc, two technology professionals and lifelong gaming enthusiasts who share a passion for building communities and bringing people together.
Jacob brings a background in Information Technology, community leadership, and event organization. As a founder, he focuses on growing the community, developing partnerships, and creating welcoming experiences where members can connect through games, conversation, and shared interests.
Marc is a software engineer with more than 20 years of experience in the technology industry. After successfully running his own company for two decades, he now works at Tailscale, helping build modern networking solutions used around the world. His technical expertise, leadership, and passion for gaming have been instrumental in shaping the club’s vision and growth.
Together, Jacob and Marc created Good Games Social Club with a simple mission: to build a welcoming community where people can meet new friends, discover amazing games, and create lasting memories.
Today, the club serves hundreds of members across Long Island through board game nights, murder mysteries, trivia events, and other social gatherings designed to bring people together.
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