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Books & Rooks Chess Club

Free Chess Every Monday Night

2026-09-14 17:30:00 2026-09-14 20:00:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis Books & Rooks Chess Club Casual play every Monday evening 5:30-8 p.m. in the Atrium of Central Library. Free Unrated Blitz Tournament from 6-8 p.m. Chess sets and clocks provided. All ages welcome. All skill levels welcome. Central Library -

Monday, September 14
5:30pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-09-14 17:30:00 2026-09-14 20:00:00 America/Indiana/Indianapolis Books & Rooks Chess Club Casual play every Monday evening 5:30-8 p.m. in the Atrium of Central Library. Free Unrated Blitz Tournament from 6-8 p.m. Chess sets and clocks provided. All ages welcome. All skill levels welcome. Central Library -

Casual play every Monday evening 5:30-8 p.m. in the Atrium of Central Library. Free Unrated Blitz Tournament from 6-8 p.m. Chess sets and clocks provided. All ages welcome. All skill levels welcome.

Would you like to gain experience playing chess? Are you already experienced but looking for another outlet for over-the-board chess? Books & Rooks Chess Club is here for you! With casual play and an unrated tournament (free and open to everyone, no USCF membership required), Monday night is chess night at Central Library! 

AGE GROUP: | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Gaming |

TAGS: | games | #chess |

Central Library

Phone: 317-275-4100

Hours
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We're closed Sunday January 25 due to the inclement weather forecast
Mon, Jan 19 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jan 20 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jan 21 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Jan 22 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jan 23 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jan 24 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jan 25 Closed
(the inclement weather forecast)

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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