BCS is offering a new Tuesday night chess class in Orinda, taught by BCS instructor Stephen Shaughnessy and featuring World Under-18 Champ Sam Shankland as a guest instructor. Sign up with Orinda Rec at 925-254-2445.
The Berkeley Chess School
The Berkeley Chess School is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to sharing the joys and wonders of chess with as many young people as possible through instruction in the schools and tournament play.
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Thank you to everyone who came to our party! It was a huge success and we had a blast.
Take a look at our slide show from the event!
New! Orinda Chess Class
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