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Downtown Durham Chess Club

Date: Sat, Aug 29, 2026

Time: 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM

Venue: Main Library – Meeting Room #4347, Durham

Price: Free

Category: Community

Participate in the Royal Game of Chess! The Downtown Durham Chess Club meets on selected Saturdays from 1:30-5:30 pm; check the calendar for dates. All are welcome to attend regardless of age or skill level. Instruction will be provided to beginners and novices. Sets and boards are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own if you wish. Attendance is free. Questions? Email wynnedavis@dconc.gov

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Downtown Durham Chess Club

“Park in the library deck and head straight to the fourth floor room.”

When
This Saturday
Sat, Aug 29, 2026
1:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Ages
All ages
Price
Free
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Downtown Durham Chess Club
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Downtown Durham Chess Club runs Sat, Aug 29, 2026, 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM. It repeats potential recurring event.

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