AT THE TABLE IN DOWNTOWN BEVERLY
A place
to play.
Weekly Pokémon Club and casual Magic: The Gathering at Paper Asylum in Beverly. Come learn a game, meet other players, and make time for a few rounds.
SATURDAYS 1–3pm
Pokémon
Club
Learn the game.
Find someone to play.
A weekly Pokémon Trading Card Game club where kids can learn, play, and trade with staff on hand.
Who it’s for
Kids of all ages who have the basic reading and math skills needed to play the game.
What to bring
Decks are provided, so a child can learn without bringing a deck of their own.
How trading works
Trading takes place at the end. Staff oversee and validate trades to help both players get a fair deal.
Before you arrive
Parents should complete the interest form. Children must stay in the event area, even when taking a break from a game.
Call the shop or send a message through Paper Asylum’s Facebook page.
Message Paper Asylum ↗THURSDAYS 6–10pm
Magic
freeplay.
Bring a deck.
Stay for a few games.
Meet other players, try a deck you’ve been working on, or learn the game in a casual setting.
The usual format
Commander is the group’s usual favorite. Other formats are welcome, including Standard, Modern, Oathbreaker, and Pauper.
Finding a game
Hoping to play something other than Commander? Coordinate with other attendees in the event discussion channel on Discord.
What to bring
Bring your deck and playmat if you can. The shop has a few premade decks and playmats available.
Evening hours
Freeplay runs until 10pm, beyond the shop’s regular Thursday shopping hours. Call ahead if you have questions about your visit.
You’re welcome to come learn. Ask the shop a question by phone or find @paperasylum on Discord.
Call 978.998.4692 ↗Before you head over.
Both clubs meet at Paper Asylum, 260 Cabot Street in downtown Beverly. The times above are the regular weekly schedule. Holidays and shop updates can affect a session.
Keep in touch
Find fellow players on Discord, or follow the shop on Instagram and Facebook.