Join our Chess Group

Date & Time: TBD

Requested Donation (Dues): $TBD

At the Lake Ballinger Center:

23000 Lakeview Drive, 98043

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Greetings, chess aficionados and park-side pawn pushers! Do you feel that tingling sensation in your fingertips? It’s the call of the 64-square battlefield, beckoning you to a game of strategy and wit at Lake Ballinger Center! Ever dreamed of executing a daring Queen's Gambit or outsmarting your opponent with a nimble Knight’s Tour? Now’s your chance! The chess board is set, and all we're missing is your masterful maneuvering. Trust us, it’s even more thrilling than pulling off a Scholar's Mate!

We’ve got ourselves the perfect gambit at the green heart of Lake Ballinger Park, ample parking included - or as we like to call it, your personal castling space. And here’s the clincher: joining our chess crew is as easy as a Pawn move in the opening game. For the Lake Ballinger Center Members, it’s merely a $3 ticket to this grand tournament, while for our non-member friends, it’s a trivial $4. And, you know what the best part is? That fee comes with a side of coffee, the perfect brew to keep your checkmate-chasing brain sharp and caffeinated!

And as your mind weaves strategies and counterattacks on the chess board, let your eyes feast on the mesmerizing views of the park, and the meticulous ecological rehabilitation spearheaded by the Army Corps of Engineers. It’s a testament to the power of thoughtful moves and strategic planning - both on and off the chessboard. So, whether you're a seasoned grandmaster, a newcomer on the block, or just a chess enthusiast eager for a friendly 'Skewer,' join us at the Lake Ballinger Center for a session filled with calculated risks, surprise moves, and laughter. Because chess, just like life, is all about the perfect balance of focus, fun, and a dash of cheeky pawn-promotion!

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