CHESS this Wednesday April 27th at Starbucks!

Hi Everyone . . . !

Just a short note reminder we meet once again this Wednesday evening, April 25, 2016 at Starbucks, located at 1536 Kirker Pass Rd., Clayton, Calif., from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., come by anytime, the earlier the better for the best tables, more games, and some really nice company!

Our turnouts every Wednesday night at Starbucks and every 3rd Sunday afternoon at Panera Bread Restaurant have been very good, thanks to our game chess enthusiasts that come from different parts of Contra Costa County!  And for this Wednesday, despite the Warriors game (Steph Curry isn't playing, anyway) we should have our usual fun, and perhaps a chess puzzle or two, and a platter of Starbucks goodies, too!

See you soon,

-- Mike T.
Contra Costa Chess Club
US Chess Federation
Affiliate Club ID #A6024746

CHESS this Wednesday April 20th at Starbucks!

Hi Everyone . . . !

There's lots of chess over the boards this Wednesday evening, April 20, 2016 at Starbucks, located at 1536 Kirker Pass Rd., Clayton, Calif., from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., come by anytime, the earlier the better for the best tables, more games, and some really nice and interesting company!

Last week's session saw a pretty nice turnout considering that there was a historic Golden State Warriors game that evening!  . . .

. . . And this past Sunday's afternoon session at Panera Bread Restaurant was another fine chess day as no less than 18 players and friends and family were there to enjoy some matches and even some dinner after it was all over!  The management and staff of Panera Bread also expressed its appreciation for the group by coming out with a large platter of baked goodies . . . !!

Along with our Wednesday evening chess sessions, our 3rd Sunday afternoon of every month chess sessions have become a hit, especially for those who cannot have fun with us on Wednesdays due to work or school concerns  . . . the question now is whether we could or should have a second Sunday afternoon of chess at Panera Bread Restaurant.  How about sessions there every 1st and 3rd Sunday of each month?  What say you?  Let me know . . .

. . . and we'll see you soon, thanks!

-- Mike T.

Contra Costa Chess Club
US Chess Federation
Affiliate Club ID #A6024746

CHESS this Sunday April 17 at Panera Bread Restaurant!

Hi Everyone . . . !

Just a short note reminder that there's lots of chess over the boards this 3rd Sunday of the month, April 17, 2016, from 2:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. at Panera Bread Restaurant, located at 744 Bancroft Rd., (corner of Bancroft Rd. & Treat Blvd.) . . . come by anytime, the earlier the better for the better tables, more fun and challenging games (even some speed chess for the speed freaks), for all ages and skill levels, with some really nice and interesting people!

See you there or if not, see you soon I hope,

-- Mike T.

Contra Costa Chess Club
US Chess Federation
Affiliate Club ID #A6024746

CHESS Wednesday 4/13 at Starbucks & Sunday 4/17 at Panera Bread!

Hi Everyone . . . !

Lots of fun and challenging chess over the boards ahead this week!

This Wednesday evening, April 13, 2016, from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. we're as usual at Starbucks, located at 1536 Kirker Pass Rd., Clayton, Calif., come by anytime, the earlier the better for the best tables, more games, and some really interesting company!  Last week's session saw over a dozen players enjoy the evening, as on hand were Tony T. and Anthony B., Bob C., John S., Ana, Robert, and Julia, Maria, Rich K, Bill K., Mike T., and Mark S., . . . and Chris Th. and Sevien, who continued their match at Carl's Jr. across the lot, after Starbucks closed!  By the way, a big thanks to Sevien for bringing us a sampling of some delicate chocolates, all the way from France!

. . . And the 3rd Sunday of the month is this Sunday, April 17th, and we're having another fun session at Panera Bread Restaurant at 744 Bancroft Rd (corner of Bancroft and Treat Blvd.) in Walnut Creek from 2:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m., so come by anytime, but of course the earlier the better for the best tables, more games, and yes some great company, too!

. . . And, to answer a couple questions that came my way:  No, there are no dues required for joining our chess club; and, at either of our venues, there is no purchase requirement (although we and the business owners would very much appreciate it you would express your gratitude for their generosity in allowing us to use their space by making a purchase) . . .

See you soon,

-- Mike T.
Contra Costa Chess Club
US Chess Federation
Affiliate Club ID #A6024746

CHESS this Wednesday April 6 at Starbucks!

Hi Everyone . .  . !

We meet again at Starbucks, located at 1536 Kirker Pass Rd., Clayton, Calif., from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m., for fun and challenging chess over the boards with a growing cast of players of all skill levels!  Come by anytime, the earlier the better for the best tables, more games, and some really nice company!

Last week's session saw at least 15 or more players come by for a match or two or three.  Along for the evening of chess were Chris B., Chris Th., Bob C., Kitty, Priya (who had a couple excellent games with checkmate endings!), Anthony B., Tony T., Mike T., John S., Tom, Robert, Julia & Ana, and Rich K., Peter, and Mark S.. . . .

. . . and for this Wednesday, we may have a puzzle to solve on the first try for a Starbucks prize; and, a bonus prize for anyone who, without asking anyone for a hint, gives a birthday greeting straightaway to one of our regular players, who assures me he will definitely be there . . . !

Also don't forget, we meet again for an afternoon of chess 2:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. on Sunday April 17th at Panera Bread Restaurant, corner of Bancroft Rd. and Treat Blvd, in Walnut Creek!

See you soon,

-- Mike T.

Contra Costa Chess Club
US Chess Federation
Affiliate Club ID #A6024746