Belles and Chimes at Kickback holding puppies

Metallica Launch Party Recap

Belles and Chimes at Kickback holding puppies

We had an awesome day at The Kickback Bar for the Metallica Pin-Golf Launch Party! Huge thanks to everyone who came out and rocked with us. The top four battled it out in the finals, and here’s how it shook out:

Top four winners for the Metallica launch party holding puppies
Top two winners for the Metallica launch party

🏆 Dori Ann took 1st place and the plaque!
🥈 Donelle snagged 2nd (and her first-ever translite!)
🥉 Erin claimed 3rd from the prize table
🎮 Tiffany rounded out 4th with another prize

But let’s be real—we all won, thanks to Brown Paws Dog Rescue stopping by with some adorable pups! 🐾❤️ If you’re looking to support a great cause, consider donating, fostering, or even adopting your furrrever friend!

Black History Month & Pinball Factoid

Harlem globetrotters pinball flyer

Did you know? In 1979, Bally released Harlem Globetrotters, the first pinball game centered around African American sports icons, reflecting the influence of the Civil Rights Movement. It featured legendary players like Meadowlark Lemon, Fred “Curley” Neal, and Hubert “Geese” Ausbie. Two years later, Stern followed with a machine featuring former boxing champion and activist Muhammad Ali.

Muhammad Ali pinball backglass

We’re celebrating Black History Month at our next event by featuring prizes from Black women creators in Wisconsin! We hope you’ll join us for some fun, friendly competition, and meaningful recognition of Black contributions to pinball and beyond.

Event Details

Date: February 12, 2025

Location: Aftershock Classic Arcade

Time: Registration opens at 6PM, gameplay start at 6:30PM

Cost: $5 Entry Fee + token drop

Theme: Come celebrate Galentine’s Day! Wear something that makes you feel love, or keep it simple with red, pink, or purple. 💖

In Case You Missed It

The Wisconsin State Playoff participants 2025

Madison Belles had a fantastic showing at the Wisconsin Women’s IFPA State Championship! While we didn’t take 1st, we played some incredible pinball, even in an unfamiliar setting against some of the best in the state.

👏 Special shoutout to Jacque for battling all 7 games against Kassidy (now a three-time champ)! It was an absolute nail-biter, but those pesky No Good Gophers 🐹 took the win this time.

We’re so proud of Allison, Donelle, Mary, Jacque, Erin, and Sharkey for qualifying, plus Sara & Dori, our regular visiting Belles. And kudos to Tiffany for making it as an alternate!

Madison belles players at the Wisconsin State Playoffs 2025

Pinball Tips: Action Button Master List

Ever see the red button on Rush, press it in a panic, and wonder why nothing happened? 🤔 It’s actually a diverter! Perhaps you’re seeing the red button on Uncanny X-Men and wondering why you have to hold the button for Bishop to work. It’s moving what shot Bishop is going to spot for you! If you want to know what that blinking button on your favorite game actually does, check out this Action Button Master List from Tilt Forums.

That’s it for now, Belles! Can’t wait to see you all at Aftershock on Feb 12 for some pinball and Galentine’s fun. 💕

Stay flippin’ awesome,

Sleeping puppies at the Kickback

PS….if you know of a space to display the Belles and Chimes 2025 flyer please reach out!

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