Me, I play Magic the Gathering on Friday Nights. I prefer this game MUCH more then other card games since the DCI has clear rules and punishments for breaking those rules. Up to and including Lifetime player ban.
Friday Night Magic is a casual gathering. No stress or competitive nature here. Don't know how to play, ask. Experienced players come to these events as well as inexperienced players (myself) as well. Make sure the Friday Night Magic even you go to, is DCI sanctioned. You will have a DCI judge and you will need to get a DCI card (that's free). Then you can have fun and learn how to play.
I WAS GONNA GO PARTYING WITH FRIENDS AT THE CLUB BUT MAGIC THE GATHERING SOUNDS SO MUCH MORE FUN