Do we need to register in advance for this chess event?

No registration is required. You can drop in with your children at any point between 6:30 PM and 8:00 PM.

Is this program suitable for absolute beginners?

Yes, the environment is welcoming to children who have never played chess before and want to learn the rules.

Community · Wake Forest

Checkmate!

Name: Checkmate!
Start: 2026-09-15T22:30:00.000Z
End: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Wake Forest Community Library

“Arrive by 6:30 PM to maximize playing time and secure a board easily.”

When

This Tuesday

Tue, Sep 15, 2026

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Where

Wake Forest Community Library

Wake Forest, NC

Ages

Check ages with the venue

Price

Free

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Checkmate is a free, drop-in chess program hosted at the Wake Forest Community Library. This evening session is designed for children and teens who want to practice their strategy or learn the basic moves from scratch. Boards are provided, so you do not need to bring any equipment. Parking is available in the library lot, and you can arrive at any point during the ninety-minute window. It makes a smart addition to your weekly routine because it offers a quiet, focused activity where kids can socialize without screens.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do we need to register in advance for this chess event?: No registration is required. You can drop in with your children at any point between 6:30 PM and 8:00 PM.
Is this program suitable for absolute beginners?: Yes, the environment is welcoming to children who have never played chess before and want to learn the rules.

Last updated September 11, 2026

FREE

This Tuesday

Directions

Plan Your Visit

Schedule

Checkmate! runs Tue, Sep 15, 2026, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM.

Getting There

Wake Forest Community Library is at 400 E. Holding Ave., Wake Forest, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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