Beginning at 5 p.m. every Thursday, players of all ages and experience are welcome to play in casual games at no cost. Casual play is all-evening. Just bring yourself, all equipment is provided!

Rated Play

Beginning at 6 p.m. every Thursday, players with U.S. Chess Federation memberships are invited to compete in rated games for a $5 registration fee.

Connections

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