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Chess Club - 1st and 3rd Mondays

Grades 1-6
2026-09-21 17:30:00 2026-09-21 18:30:00 America/Chicago Chess Club - 1st and 3rd Mondays Niles-Maine District Library - Middle Ground

Monday, September 21
5:30pm - 6:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-09-21 17:30:00 2026-09-21 18:30:00 America/Chicago Chess Club - 1st and 3rd Mondays Niles-Maine District Library - Middle Ground

Players who already know chess basics are invited to play with other students of the game. Chess expert Coach Chris will be here to assist players of all levels. DROP IN

We are excited to welcome players in grades 1-6 who understand the basics of chess to join us for a game on the first and third Mondays of the month. Chess expert Coach Chris is available to work with beginning and experienced players alike on strategy and advanced game play. DROP IN

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