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Anonymous

11/20/2023 18:09 Subject: Ice breaker game for a group of 30 year olds

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:God, it's bad enough to do this junk at work. Just let people relax for the holiday.

Could not agree more. Once, a family member thought it would be funny to go around the table and make everyone say what they are not thankful for. Just please no.

I once went to a wedding where we did “speed dating” as an ice breaker after the ceremony. I went outside and had a beer. Awful!

Anonymous

11/20/2023 18:08 Subject: Ice breaker game for a group of 30 year olds

Anonymous wrote:I teach adult learners and one of the things we do is have everyone tell a fun fact about themselves or where they came from. It’s super-interesting to hear some of the responses (from some people having been an extra on a movie set to just simple facts like, “I speak three languages”). Most of the responses are basic, but when someone says, “I went to the University of Alabama…” there is always someone else who has a connection to that. It’s a great way to get to know people.

That sounds soooo painful. I guarantee not everyone finds it fun.

Anonymous

11/20/2023 17:42 Subject: Ice breaker game for a group of 30 year olds

Anonymous wrote:God, it's bad enough to do this junk at work. Just let people relax for the holiday.

Could not agree more. Once, a family member thought it would be funny to go around the table and make everyone say what they are not thankful for. Just please no.

Anonymous

11/20/2023 17:12 Subject: Ice breaker game for a group of 30 year olds

I would do the ice breaker about an hour or so into the party after the alcohol has flowed a bit.
What time are you serving dinner?

Anonymous

11/20/2023 17:08 Subject: Ice breaker game for a group of 30 year olds

Axis and Allies classic edition by Milton Bradley

Anonymous

11/20/2023 17:08 Subject: Ice breaker game for a group of 30 year olds

God, it's bad enough to do this junk at work. Just let people relax for the holiday.

Anonymous

11/20/2023 16:52 Subject: Ice breaker game for a group of 30 year olds

Anonymous wrote:I teach adult learners and one of the things we do is have everyone tell a fun fact about themselves or where they came from. It’s super-interesting to hear some of the responses (from some people having been an extra on a movie set to just simple facts like, “I speak three languages”). Most of the responses are basic, but when someone says, “I went to the University of Alabama…” there is always someone else who has a connection to that. It’s a great way to get to know people.

I would hate this. Hate it.

Anonymous

11/20/2023 16:51 Subject: Ice breaker game for a group of 30 year olds

Thanks everybody, for the ideas. I'll look up those games. If all fails, I'll just ask "So, what do you think about the Middle East situation?"

Happy Holidays, everyone! Here we go!

Anonymous

11/20/2023 16:45 Subject: Ice breaker game for a group of 30 year olds

Anonymous wrote:I teach adult learners and one of the things we do is have everyone tell a fun fact about themselves or where they came from. It’s super-interesting to hear some of the responses (from some people having been an extra on a movie set to just simple facts like, “I speak three languages”). Most of the responses are basic, but when someone says, “I went to the University of Alabama…” there is always someone else who has a connection to that. It’s a great way to get to know people.

I hate these type of things so much and why I try to avoid the first ten minutes of any work meeting. I opened this just to ask if an ice breaker is really necessary.

Anonymous

11/20/2023 16:44 Subject: Ice breaker game for a group of 30 year olds

Anonymous wrote:Hues and Cues is a simple and light game.

You could look into Jackbox games, which you can stream to your TV and guests play though their phones (check out Quiplash or Fibbage)

Just please say no to "fun facts"...

+1. Honestly just have good food and lots of alcohol, put on the football game or some music, and let people just schmooze

Anonymous

11/20/2023 16:41 Subject: Ice breaker game for a group of 30 year olds

Hues and Cues is a simple and light game.

You could look into Jackbox games, which you can stream to your TV and guests play though their phones (check out Quiplash or Fibbage)

Just please say no to "fun facts"...

Anonymous

11/20/2023 15:23 Subject: Ice breaker game for a group of 30 year olds

Anonymous wrote:I'm an introvert and I would LOVE this option. It gives structure to conversations so I don't have to stress over small talk. Those who don't want to play can choose not to. Those who do will have the option.

I agree, it's not like everyone has to play. It's nice to have some games like this going on, ppl can join and it's a conversation starter / way to engage with new ppl.

Anonymous

11/20/2023 15:09 Subject: Ice breaker game for a group of 30 year olds

Anonymous wrote:Trying to play a game with 30 people sounds super challenging. Buy fun wine charms or quirky cocktail napkins and people can kick off conversations by showing each other what they got.

Age, not amount
30+ as in 32, 38, 41,

Anonymous

11/20/2023 15:08 Subject: Ice breaker game for a group of 30 year olds

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Introvert chiming in. Do you really feel you must do an ice breaker?

+1

People will strike up conversations naturally over food. Or just stick to the group they came with. Whatever. Offer games but not everyone will play. You don't need to keep that tight of a rein on people. They are adults. They've been to a party before and know what to do.

Yeah, I know that. No one is forcing a game here, it's an option. And there's good reason to have a diversion- see my other comment.

Anonymous

11/20/2023 15:07 Subject: Ice breaker game for a group of 30 year olds

Anonymous wrote:Introvert chiming in. Do you really feel you must do an ice breaker?

Yes, in case of emergency. Not the only thing planned. 3 people actively dislike each other. Political differences.