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Chess Tournament & Casual Games

Join us for casual games and competitive play, welcoming all ages and skill levels!

July 1: Casual games only, with usua...More

Join us for casual games and competitive play, welcoming all ages and skill levels!

July 1: Casual games only, with usual pre-game discussion of puzzles and strategy.

July 8, 15, 22, 29: Four-round chess tournament
Details: One game per week, with a competitive section for US Chess Federation members and a casual section for non-rated play
Time Control: To be decided. Vote at this link.

Schedule:
6:00pm - Check in; Setup; Discussion on tactics and puzzle themes
6:30pm - Check-in closes; Round pairings formulated
6:45pm - Game clocks start ticking
9:00pm - Facility closes

Arrive no later than 6:30pm to ensure a pairing. If you expect to arrive after 6:30pm, please contact organizer to secure a pairing. 1/2 point byes upon advance request. Limit 1 per tournament. Additional 0 point byes allowed.

Entry Fee:
$10 for non-members. Free to members of the Granite YMCA.

Prizes:
Entry fee reimbursed for the winner of the classical tournament. Token prizes for top scores under 1000 and 1500.

Parking & Accessibility:
Metered on-street parking available, but limited. Parking garage is one block away at 2-98 Plaza Dr in Manchester. Elevator from street level is available. Ring buzzer for assistance. Chess event is on the second floor.

Newsletter & Contact Info:
Sign up for weekly email updates by going to https://queencitychessnh.wixsite.com/chess.
Questions? Email Eric at QueenCityChessNH@gmail.com, or text or call (929) 900-4226.

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Chess at the Y in July: Tournament and Casual Games

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

7/1/2025 to 7/29/2025

Tue

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

All Ages

Registration 6/23/2025 to 7/29/2025


Chess in August: Rapid Tournament

YMCA of Downtown Manchester

8/5/2025 to 8/26/2025

Tue

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

All Ages

Registration 7/14/2025 to 8/26/2025