No registration. No experience needed. No excuses. Just show up any Friday night and play chess with your neighbors.
What to Expect
A real chess community in a beautiful space. Young, old, beginner, veteran — everyone's welcome at the board.
No Experience Needed
Never played before? That's fine. Someone will show you the pieces. You'll be playing your first game within minutes.
All Skill Levels
We've had complete beginners and players who recently renewed 20-year-old USCF memberships. There's always a worthy opponent.
Bring Your Own Beverage
BYOB and snacks. Relax. It's Friday. The space is beautiful and the games are good.
No Screens Required
Put the phone down. Look someone in the eye. Play a game. This is what Friday nights used to feel like.
What Players Say
"This club is better than The Mechanic's Institute."
"I hadn't played competitive chess in 20 years. I walked in on a Friday night and renewed my USCF membership that same evening."
"I drive 30 minutes past my local chess club to come here instead. That should tell you everything."
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