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A Day of Chess at IndyPL's Central Library

Free Casual and USCF Rated Tournaments with partners Cloud City Youth and Summit Chess Club

2025-03-15 10:00:00 2025-03-15 16:30:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis A Day of Chess at IndyPL's Central Library A casual, arena style tournament (open to all) with participation prizes for the first 50 players, along with a USCF rated tournament (USCF membership required for rated tournament) with sections by rating and age, along with trophies or other prizes for finalists. Central Library -

Saturday, March 15
10:00am - 4:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-03-15 10:00:00 2025-03-15 16:30:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis A Day of Chess at IndyPL's Central Library A casual, arena style tournament (open to all) with participation prizes for the first 50 players, along with a USCF rated tournament (USCF membership required for rated tournament) with sections by rating and age, along with trophies or other prizes for finalists. Central Library -

A casual, arena style tournament (open to all) with participation prizes for the first 50 players, along with a USCF rated tournament (USCF membership required for rated tournament) with sections by rating and age, along with trophies or other prizes for finalists.

IndyPL's Day of Chess at Central Library, presented by Books & Rooks Chess Club with partners Cloud City Youth and Summit Chess Club.

One Day: Two Tournaments

A FREE casual, arena style chess tournament with participation prizes for the first 50 players. Play as many or as few games as you would like; it's up to you. Players will be paired with assistance from the tournament director. A casual, free, and open to everyone chess experience. Registration not required.

A FREE USCF rated tournament (players must have a USCF membership to play in the rated section) with sections based on rating and age. Registration required.

Scholastic Sections (K-12):
11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (EST)
G/25 minute + 5 sec increment
4 USCF Rated Games
3U, 6U, 8U & 12U sections
USCF ID required
Trophies & Medals
TD may combine sections based on the number of participants

OPEN Sections (Adults & Kids):
11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (EST)
G/25 minute + 5 sec increment
4 USCF Rated Games
PRO, RESERVE & NOVICE sections
USCF ID required
Trophies & Medals
TD may combine sections based on the number of participants

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Gaming |

TAGS: | games | #gaming | #chess | #boardgames |

Central Library

Phone: 317-275-4100

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About the branch

As the hub of the Indianapolis Public Library system, Central Library showcases renowned architecture and services. The original 1917 building, designed by Paul Cret and constructed of Indiana limestone in the Greek Doric style, was considered one of the most outstanding secular buildings in the U.S. Its six-story glass and steel-framed addition, designed by Evans Woollen, opened in 2007.

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