Chess Club for Adults 2025

Randwick City Library

Join us for a game of chess in a relaxed and friendly environment.

Lionel Bowen Library

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Meet like-minded people at our Library Clubs & Groups, make new friends and have a chat in a safe environment. The clubs meet regularly during the year. Only one booking is required per year to attend all sessions (unless stated otherwise).

If you love playing chess, come along to meet like-minded individuals and improve your skills. Adults of all skill levels are welcome. However, you must be familiar with the basic moves of each chess piece. Chess boards are provided at each session.Club dates: This Club meets weekly on Thursdays from 1.00-3.00pm from 9 January until 18 December 2025, except on public holidays.Please note: You only need to register once to be able to attend the weekly activity in 2025. If participants miss 3 or more consecutive weeks without notifying staff, then they may forfeit their booking. AccessibilityRandwick City Library is committed to making our events accessible and inclusive. If you have any access requirements, please let us know so we can support your participation. You can:<ul><li>Email <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bop-2-books-lionel-bowen-library-24-36-months-2025-tickets-802045077417?aff=oddtdtcreator" title="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bop-2-books-lionel-bowen-library-24-36-months-2025-tickets-802045077417?aff=oddtdtcreator">libraryevents@randwick.nsw.gov.au</a>, or</li><li>call us on 02 9093 6400.</li></ul>We’ll be in touch to confirm arrangements. Terms and conditions:The health &amp; safety of our community and staff is our top priority. By registering, you agree to comply with the terms and conditions listed below including the Covid-safe measures. Note: these terms and conditions are subject to change without notice.<ul><li>Bookings are essential and spaces are limited.</li><li>You need to have basic skills and knowledge of how to play chess.</li><li>You only need to register once to be able to attend the program in 2025.</li><li>You must be a Library member to attend. Library membership is free and you can sign up at any branch or <a href="https://www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library/about-the-library/your-library-membership" title="https://www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library/about-the-library/your-library-membership" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">online today.</a></li><li>If you are unable to attend the club any longer, please cancel your ticket as soon as possible. This will enable others to participate.</li><li>If participants miss 3 or more consecutive weeks without notifying staff, then they may forfeit their booking.</li><li>Please arrive 10 minutes early to allow the event to run on time.</li><li>Due to the safety and enjoyment of participants, we are unable to admit latecomers to the room after the start time.</li><li>Patrons who fail to comply with the Terms and Conditions set out above will have their tickets cancelled.</li><li>Covid-19 Safety Terms and Conditions apply. Follow <a href="https://www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library/library-events/covid-safe-terms" title="https://www.randwick.nsw.gov.au/library/library-events/covid-safe-terms" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">this link</a> to find out more. Please review them prior to attending this event as these may change with short notice.</li><li>Your attendance at events supported by Randwick City Council may be digitally recorded through photographs and/or video recordings. Images may be used for promotional purposes on council's websites, publications, social media or by newspapers. By attending this session you agree to these terms. If you do not wish your image to be published, please notify staff before the event.</li></ul>

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