Bells and Chimes is a global women's pinball league and community organization founded by Eka Schneider in Oakland, California in 2013. It has evolved into an iconic brand synonymous with women's pinball events, expanding to 100+ chapters worldwide across the US, Australia, Mexico, New Zealand, and the UK. The organization operates local chapters that host tournaments, leagues, and training sessions to advance women and non-binary players in competitive pinball, while also supporting charitable causes. Founded slightly before Babes in Pinland, it has become a major force in increasing female participation and providing inclusive spaces within the male-dominated pinball community.
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Bells and Chimes has chapters in multiple cities across the United States
Bells and Chimes has chapters in major U.S. cities and operates with hundreds to thousands of members nationally
Bells and Chimes Chicago chapter reaches members from Indiana and suburbs, with 50+ ladies participating
Bells and Chimes NYC pinball league has grown by at least 50% every season
Women's pinball club supported by Stern Army; run by Amber Lee; operates in area with strong women's pinball presence across New England
Women's pinball club in New England area; Amber Lee is member/organizer; coordinated with other clubs in Connecticut and Massachusetts for joint events
NYC pinball league with inclusive community focus, seasonal divisions (Summer 2 2024 finals featured A/B/C divisions)
Ladies-only pinball league/tournament organization with chapters in multiple cities including Peoria and Chicagoland
Women's/LGBTQ+-friendly pinball league where Eric Rubinsky participated; known for welcoming beginners and trans/non-binary players
Rebecca's pinball-related organization/podcast
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Pinball machine operated by Flipper Snapper in Austin; referenced when George displays a one-inch enamel pin of it on stream.
Pinball league/community group with focus on female and LGBTQ+ inclusivity, started ~2007 in Oakland, has multiple chapters across US and worldwide, being featured in upcoming local news interview
Referenced as alternative tournament/community structure addressing mainstream tournament experience problems
Pinball community for women with chapters across multiple U.S. cities; focuses on building inclusive environment for women pinball players
Pinball league/organization; Albany chapter recently ratified; awaiting final paperwork
Women-focused pinball community organization; NYC chapter founded 2016 by Anna Wolk; first tournament 24 participants; expanded to multiple cities; critical for women demographic growth
Monthly pinball tournament in Rhode Island (typically first Tuesday of month) co-hosted/organized by the speaker
Women's pinball league that Lauren Gray references as her community
Global community organization for women and women-identifying pinball players with local chapters in New England (Providence, Boston, New Hampshire); hosts tournaments and social events
League for increasing women's participation in pinball; run by Marissa (Cliff Albert's wife)
Community organization for women and women-identifying pinball players; holds Winter League tournaments in NYC
Women's pinball league in Portland, Oregon (PDX); multiple members attended C-Bar stream event
Women's pinball league with chapters in hundreds of US cities; participated in factory stream gameplay exhibition; open to all female/female-identified players and skill levels
Nationwide organization advancing women and non-binary players in pinball with local chapters (Boston Bells and Chimes, Connecticut Bells)
Women's pinball organization; Teresa Edwards' chapter has donated $2,000-$3,000 to charities including Planned Parenthood and Dog First Paws through tournament winnings
Women's pinball league/tournament organization started ~8 years ago; multiple chapters; emphasizes inclusivity for women, non-binary, and queer players; serves as mentorship pipeline to professional circuits
Women's pinball organization founded by Jessica Lee Donato; works to break down barriers in male-dominated pinball community
Women-focused pinball club founded by Jessica Donato in the US
Women's pinball league in Bay Area; supported and hosted at Outer Orbit; growing membership
Global women's pinball tournament organization; Carrie and Neon Ranch supporting women's pinball initiatives; referenced as growing competitive segment
Women's pinball league; Columbus chapter originated by Rhonda, expanded through merge with ladies' night league run by Jen and Tish; members include Kim Martinez, Bree Reynolds, and others
NYC-based pinball league that has grown 50%+ each season; member Anna Wolk competing at NYCPC
Women's pinball league/community hosted at Richmond Pinball Collective.
Women's pinball league with Madison/Middleton event scheduled
Women's pinball league/tournament series with chapters in multiple cities including Peoria
Women's pinball league/tournament organization; Austin chapter hosted Summer School event at collective with attendees from St. Louis, Colorado, Florida
Women's pinball organization/tournament series; chapters organized by Teresa Edwards; has donated $2,000-$3,000 to charities including Planned Parenthood
Nationwide organization for advancing women and non-binary people in pinball; local chapters include Boston Bells and Connecticut Bells; runs networking and competitive events
Referenced as women's pinball initiative doing tournament work to increase female participation
Women-only pinball tournament series; Peck serves as ambassador; active in Wellington with thriving female pinballer community
Women's pinball competitive organization/tournament series, Cleveland chapter was Jen's entry point to competitive pinball, has Houston chapter
Women's pinball tournament/league in Houston area. Jamie will stream finals from Houston Arcade Expo.
Women's pinball league/organization in Texas; Erin provides commentary and streaming for tournaments across Houston, San Antonio, Austin, Dallas
Community of women and gender non-binary pinball players with local chapters across multiple cities; Baltimore chapter founded by Juana and others right before pandemic with ~30 members; created by Eka Schneider years ago
Women's pinball league/community organization; Houston chapter mentioned; mentioned as providing welcoming environment for women to enter pinball tournaments.
Global community for women and women-identifying pinball players; Liz and Raleigh run Houston chapter that creates monthly ladies' tournament trophies
Women's pinball community organization; Anna Neal and Rebecca Hinsdale are members who coordinated practice together during COVID
Women's pinball tournament series that Elizabeth coordinates; held at venues like Game Preserve and private collections in Houston area
Pinball league/tournament organization with new chapter in South Carolina region supported by Krystle
Women's pinball program at Bang Back with 100+ email list and two consecutive sold-out leagues
Women's pinball league including Columbus girls and District 82 community, operates training sessions
Women's pinball community organization with chapters in multiple regions including Asheville; provides inclusive space for women/non-binary players
Women's pinball league/organization that didn't exist during Penni's early competitive years; represents modern growth in women's pinball participation.
National pinball league organization; Columbus chapter run by Tish Edwards, Jen Rupert, and Rhonda Wamsley.
Global organization for women and women-identifying pinball players with local chapters; operates women's leagues and tournaments separate from open tournaments.
Women's pinball community organization founded in San Francisco, predates Babes in Pinland by ~2 months
Global women's pinball league with chapters in multiple cities; originated in Oakland, California (founded by Eka Schneider); Charlotte chapter started fall 2023 and now in season three
Women's pinball league/organization expanding across multiple locations
Women's pinball community organization with chapters in multiple cities, growing network
Women's pinball tournament organization. Jeff Teolis mentions 'big one coming up in the Northwest' affiliated with organization offering Hobbit machine as women's championship prize.
Women's pinball community organization founded by Eka Schneider in Oakland, California in 2013; now has 100+ chapters worldwide including Australia, Mexico, New Zealand, UK, and numerous US cities; became iconic brand synonymous with women's pinball events.
Global women and women-identifying pinball player community with local chapters; San Antonio chapter founded by Lauren Gray with approximately 30 members; mentioned alongside Houston chapter as source of community connection
Pinball community organization/initiative that Shar attempted to engage with early on but found unfamiliar pinball audience was barrier to initial tournament success
Pinball enthusiast/collector groups in Connecticut, Albany, and Boston; Amy connected through them at PinFanatic
Pinball community organization/booth with Winchester Mystery House at Expo
Women's pinball competitive organization; Lauren Michelle co-founded San Antonio chapter; plays with the group
Recent Strikes format tournament at Shelly's house with ~18-20 players; won by Shelly, Ann second, Cat/Danielle third
Ladies tournament series; recommended as way for female players to improve skills for PAPA competitions
Pinball community group where Anna met Jane and Rebecca
Pinball league in Portland (PDX), organized by Jessica
Women's pinball club with chapters across the United States; participated in live gameplay demonstration
Women's pinball league network founded in 2016; Phoenix chapter started 2017 with initial 7-8 players, grew to 32