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Registration opens:
December 27th, 2024

Chess Instruction with Chess Scholars (Advanced) JAN

Grades K-8 without parent/caregiver
2025-01-05 14:00:00 2025-01-05 15:00:00 America/Chicago Chess Instruction with Chess Scholars (Advanced) JAN A basic knowledge of piece movements is recommended. Students will learn about controlling the center, taking the initiative, and attacking in combination. Elk Grove Village Public Library -

Sunday, January 05
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-01-05 14:00:00 2025-01-05 15:00:00 America/Chicago Chess Instruction with Chess Scholars (Advanced) JAN A basic knowledge of piece movements is recommended. Students will learn about controlling the center, taking the initiative, and attacking in combination. Elk Grove Village Public Library -

A basic knowledge of piece movements is recommended. Students will learn about controlling the center, taking the initiative, and attacking in combination.

Chess Scholars is returning to teach chess to advanced players. Please read the class description to verify you are signing up for the appropriate level:

Beginners: No previous chess knowledge is necessary.

Advanced: A basic knowledge of piece movements is recommended. Students will learn about controlling the center, taking the initiative, and attacking in combination.

Required registration is limited to EGVPL cardholders and begins Friday, December 27, 9am. If space is available, non-cardholders may register 3 days prior to the start of the event.

AGE GROUP: | Middle School | Elementary |

EVENT TYPE: | Games & Gaming | Class/Workshop |

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Elk Grove Village Public Library
Phone: 847-439-0447
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Mon, Dec 16 9:00AM to 10:00PM
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