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Categories: Arcade News, Events
05.01.2013

Dj CUTMAN Live at Ground Kontrol – Sunday May 12

DJ Cutman

Ground Kontrol is excited to welcome world-class chiptune and video-game music performer Dj CUTMAN for a special set!

On Sunday May 12, starting at 8pm, Dj CUTMAN will perform an epic dance set featuring the best in chiptune infused with dubstep, electro, hip-hop and soul for a sound that’s turned conventions like Penny Arcade Expo, Otakon and MAGFest into all-out raves.

Come down and have a blast with us as CUTMAN takes you from the old-school to the distant future. Enjoy bonus round happy hour pricing on draft beer and well cocktails until midnight, too!

Visit DjCUTMAN.com for streaming mixes or visit his blog, VideoGameDJ.com!

WHAT: Dj CUTMAN Live DJ Set

WHEN: Sunday May 12, 8pm-late

COVER: Free! 21+ w/ I.D.

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Categories: Events, No Pun Intendo
04.13.2013

No Pun Intendo – Bridgetown Comedy Festival Edition! Thursday April 18

No Pun Intendo - April

It’s a very special Bridgetown Comedy Festival edition of No Pun Intendo!

This midnight show features…

Jon Washington (Jon Reads The Paper)
Gabe Dinger (Whiskey Tango)
Andrew Orvedahl (The Grawlix, The Narrators)
Jake Weisman (WOMEN, The Morning After…)

Hosted by Ian Karmel! (Portlandia, Funny Over Everything, Portland Mercury)

NO COVER for this late night show, come on down after the Bridgetown shows on Hawthorne and party with us!

21+ only!

WHAT: No Pun Intendo – Stand-up comedy night

WHEN: Thursday, April 18 at midnight (Okay, technically 11:59pm – got it?)

COVER: This special late night showcase is FREE! 21+ only.

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Categories: Arcade News, Bar News
03.31.2013

Open Regular Hours Easter Sunday – March 31

Ground Kontrol Classic Arcade will be open regular hours on Sunday, March 31 during the Easter holiday.

We open at Noon, and all ages are welcome until 5pm. At 5pm, we begin serving beer, wine & spirits and are 21+ only (with valid I.D.) Our full food menu is available all day!

Bonus: We serve draft beer, draft cider and well cocktails at happy hour prices from 5pm-midnight, every Sunday!

We hope you can visit us with your family and friends this weekend!

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Categories: Events, Rock Band Tuesdays
03.27.2013

Rock Band Tuesdays: The Day The (Official) Music Died Edition – Tuesday April 2

For 275 consecutive weeks, Harmonix brought over 4,000 songs to the Rock Band network – and Ground Kontrol has been there to play them all with you! As you may have heard, this week marks the end of official song updates to Rock Band. But the rock will not stop at Ground Kontrol!

From the introduction of Guitar Hero nights that evolved into Rock Band Tuesdays, we’ve met – and rocked – with many, many awesome people. That won’t change after tonight! Keep rocking our lounge on Tuesdays at 9PM, and we’ll keep the show going.

MC Destructo and MC T. Wrecks will continue to look at new unofficial and fan-made innovations for the platform, too. We’ve already seen harmonies introduced to several songs - what will rock-hungry fans think of next?

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Categories: Events, Rock Band Tuesdays
03.26.2013

Rock Band Tuesdays: Chevelle Edition – Tuesday March 26

This week’s new music: A 3-pack by Chevelle!

• Chevelle – “Send the Pain Below”
• Chevelle – “The Red”
• Chevelle – “Face to the Floor”
Rock Band Tuesdays is karaoke for gamers. Sing or play any of 3500+ songs for a live audience using pro gear, lights and sound. It’s the ultimate “live band” experience!

We love our fans! See the Rock Band Tuesdays at Ground Kontrol Facebook group for discussion and sneak peeks of upcoming events.

WHAT: Rock Band Tuesdays: Chevelle Edition

WHEN: Tuesday, March 26, 9pm-late

COVER: Just $1 to play and $1 per song request. We’re serving beer, wine and cocktails from a full bar, so this a 21+ experience!

MORE: Follow Rock Band Tuesdays on Facebook and RSVP to this event!

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Categories: Events, Video Game Quiz Show
03.13.2013

The Video Game Quiz Show – Sunday 3/24

NOTE: This month’s Video Game Quiz Show will occur on Sunday March 24th instead of Sunday March 31! Next month we’ll resume our normal Last Sunday schedule. Thanks!

Bright lights! Brainiacs! Question after question! Ground Kontrol’s Video Game Quiz Show is not just another pub quiz, it’s a full-on big screen game show – complete with lightning rounds, buzzers and fabulous prizes!

Join your charismatic host Dustin Eiler as he presents a totally home-brewed, often hilarious and absolutely unique game show night.

How do you play? At 9, we kick off two rounds of “pub quiz” style trivia. Teams of 4 can participate in these rounds to rack up as many points as possible. The top 3 teams then choose 1 player each to represent them in the final “Jeopardy” style round!

Game play challenges randomly hidden during the final round offer teammates a chance to tag in and help earn points!

Not only is it fun to play, it’s a blast to watch, too. So whether or not you know the difference between a Koopa and a Goomba, come on down!

21+, no cover, get here early to grab a seat!

Huge thanks to the following businesses and organizations for prizes:

WHAT: The Video Game Quiz Show!

WHEN: Sunday 3/24 at 9pm. Repeats every Last Sunday beginning in April on 4/28!

COVER: No cover, it’s totally FREE to play! 21+ only w/ I.D.

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Categories: Events, No Pun Intendo

No Pun Intendo featuring Sean Jordan – Thursday March 28

Join us for another awesome night of comedy at Ground Kontrol!

March’s lineup:

Jordan Casner
Tim Hammer
Randy Mendez
Paul Jay
Sean Jordan

Hosted by Whitney Streed!

WHAT: No Pun Intendo – Stand-up comedy night

WHEN: Thursday, March 28. Starts at 9pm. In April, No Pun Intendo will move to the third Thursday of each month!

COVER: Just $3! 21+ only.

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Categories: Events, Joystick

\JOYSTICK/ – Thursday 3/21, Moving to Last Thursdays in April

Joystick is Ground Kontrol’s monthly dance night! DeeJay Trim Jones and friends take you on a genre spanning journey from today’s underground to yesterday’s mainstream. Join them on Thursday March 21 starting at 10pm!

Starting in April, Joystick will move to the last Thursday of each month (and No Pun Intendo will take over the third Thursday monthly!)

Get down to Ground Kontrol and don’t be afraid to bust a move while you Bust-a-Move!

WHAT: \JOYSTICK/ dance night with DeeJay Trim Jones

WHEN: Thursday, 3/21 from 10pm-1am. Moves to Last Thursdays in April starting on 4/25 at 10pm!

COVER: No cover! Ground Kontrol is 21+ after 5pm.

 

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Categories: Events, Rock Band Tuesdays
03.08.2013

Rock Band Tuesdays: Mondo Gonzo Song-o Edition – Tuesday 3/12

“It’s alive! ALIVE!”

Just two new songs this week, but they’re doozies. Both bands are new to Rock Band, too!

  • Toto – “Rosanna”
  • Oingo Boingo – “Weird Science”
Rock Band Tuesdays is karaoke for gamers. Sing or play any of 3500+ songs for a live audience using pro gear, lights and sound. It’s the ultimate “live band” experience!

We love our fans! See the Rock Band Tuesdays at Ground Kontrol Facebook group for discussion and sneak peeks of upcoming events.

WHAT: Rock Band Tuesdays: Mondo Gonzo Song-o Edition

WHEN: Tuesday, March 12, 9pm-late

COVER: Just $1 to play and $1 per song request. We’re serving beer, wine and cocktails from a full bar, so this a 21+ experience!

MORE: Follow Rock Band Tuesdays on Facebook and RSVP to this event!


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Categories: Arcade News, Food
03.03.2013

Now Serving Our Full Food Menu Weekend Afternoons!

Bringing the family down for some classic arcade gaming? No need to stop for lunch beforehand or leave the arcade with grumbling stomachs – Ground Kontrol now serves delicious snacks and tasty treats from our full food menu every Saturday and Sunday from Noon-5pm!

Get a classic Rudy Dog topped any way you like it or try something totally different with our sweet-and-savory Gunsmoke Nachos, topped with pepperjack cheese, bacon, barbecue sauce and pepperoncinis! We’ve got dessert covered, too – how about a classic sundae topped with chocolate sauce, whipped cream, cherries and nuts?

Don’t forget to try our newest menu item: pizza! GK Pizza is a personal-sized pie topped with pepperjack, pepperoni, onions & black olives. If you grew up playing arcade games at your local pizza parlor, this will take you back.

Most of our items can be made vegan or vegetarian-friendly, and many items can be made gluten-free, too!

Remember, Ground Kontrol welcomes all ages from Noon-5pm every day, so bring your family down this weekend! We’re also a great place for birthday parties – check out our Rentals page for info on VIP rentals!

To check out our menu, visit our Food page – or just stop by!

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