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Open Play Chess Club

Play, Learn, and Connect Over the Board
2025-10-01 17:00:00 2025-10-01 19:00:00 America/New_York Open Play Chess Club Drop-in experience where players can enjoy casual games, share strategies, and learn from one another. Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A

Wednesday, October 01
5:00pm - 7:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-01 17:00:00 2025-10-01 19:00:00 America/New_York Open Play Chess Club Drop-in experience where players can enjoy casual games, share strategies, and learn from one another. Pickerington Main - Meeting Room A

Pickerington Main

Meeting Room A

Drop-in experience where players can enjoy casual games, share strategies, and learn from one another.

Join our Open Play Chess Club for an inviting, drop-in experience where players of all ages and skill levels can enjoy casual games, share strategies, and learn from one another in a friendly, relaxed setting. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, come to sharpen your skills, meet fellow chess enthusiasts, and have fun—no registration required! Chess sets provided.

If you need accommodations for a class or event, contact communications@pickeringtonlibrary.org or call 614-837-4104 ext. 221.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Teens | Kids | Families | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | General |

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Pickerington Main
thoward@pickeringtonlibrary.org
Phone: 614-837-4104
Branch manager
Tony Howard
Hours
Mon, Sep 22 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Sep 23 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 24 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Sep 25 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 26 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 27 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 28 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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