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Chess Club

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2022-08-18 16:00:00 2022-08-18 17:00:00 America/Chicago Chess Club Join us virtually for chess club. Play against local opponents and practice your critical thinking skills. All skill levels welcome. Virtual - Community Engagement - Zoom

Thursday, August 18
4:00pm - 5:00pm

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Community Engagement - Zoom

Join us virtually for chess club. Play against local opponents and practice your critical thinking skills. All skill levels welcome.

Join us in playing a game that has been played for over a thousand years all over the world.

Playing chess helps to improve cognitive abilities, brain function, and strategic thinking, so it makes for an ideal pastime.

AGE GROUP: | Virtual Live | Middle School | High School | Elementary School | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Virtual |

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Phone: 847-742-2411
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Fri, Aug 21 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 22 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Aug 23 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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