Wilmette Public Library
Sun: 12:00pm-5:00pm
Mon: 9:00am-9:00pm
Tue: 9:00am-9:00pm
Wed: 9:00am-9:00pm
Thu: 9:00am-9:00pm
Fri: 9:00am-9:00pm
Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm
Learn to Play Chess (Virtual)
for adults & teens ages 12+
Thursday, February 04
6:00pm - 8:00pm
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2021-02-04 18:00:00
2021-02-04 20:00:00
America/Chicago
Learn to Play Chess (Virtual)
Learn to play chess, a fun and challenging game for players of all ages! In this program you will learn the rules of this ancient game, some of its fascinating history & tips for how to improve.
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Learn to play chess, a fun and challenging game for players of all ages! In this program you will learn the rules of this ancient game, some of its fascinating history & tips for how to improve.
Whether you've always wanted to learn, need a refresher, or are a fan of the show Queen's Gambit, this teen & adult program is for you. The program will be led by Bennett A. Joseph, an experienced chess coach who has been ranked in the top 2% of players nationwide.
Prior to registering please create an account for LiChess.org by going to https://lichess.org/signup. This account will be used during the program to practice your skills and your username will be needed to register.
Registration will close two hours before the program begins and registrants will receive a link to join via Zoom shortly thereafter.
Wilmette Public Library
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About the branch
From the south: Go north on Green Bay Road. Turn left on Wilmette Ave. Turn right on Park Ave. Library is located on the corner of Wilmette Ave. and Park Ave. Parking lot is on the north side of the building.
From the north: Go south on Green Bay Road. Turn right on Wilmette Ave. Turn right on Park Ave. Library is located on the corner of Wilmette Ave. and Park Ave. Parking lot is on the north side of the building.
From I-94 (Edens Expressway):from the South - exit at Lake Ave. East. Go east on Lake Ave. a little over 2 miles. Turn right on Park Ave. • from the North - exit at Rt. 41/Skokie Blvd. Turn left (east) on Lake Ave. Go east on Lake Ave. a little over 2 miles. Turn right on Park Ave.
Mass transit options include CTA, Metra, and Pace.