Membership

As of July, 2021, we have a Tuesday evening chess club for adults 55 and older at the Oakton Community Center in Skokie. See the home page for information and annual fee. We hope to start a similar program for ages 18 and older in Evanston.

We welcome players of all strengths, from beginners to masters. Several experts and an occasional master play in our tournaments.

Philosophy

We seek to provide relaxed, congenial chess for adults. Some members like slow games, while others prefer blitz. Some want rated play, others don't. We try to offer a variety of options.

Fees for casual, non-rated chess club meetings go to the venue that hosts the meetings. At our rated tournaments, we charge minimal entry fees and offer no cash prizes. Since 2007, we've focused on a quality, relaxed chess atmosphere rather than money. 

Maret Thorpe

Maret Thorpe — USCF Data
Founder, Player and Tournament Director
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Tom Kirke
Wednesday night chess 

Robert Sax
Wednesday night chess

Jeff Friedman
Wednesday night chess

Tom Sprandel — USCF Data
Founder, Player and Tournament Director Emeritus