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Chess Club & Workshops

2026-08-03 16:00:00 2026-08-03 17:30:00 America/Phoenix Chess Club & Workshops Downtown Library - Program Room

Monday, August 03
4:00pm - 5:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-08-03 16:00:00 2026-08-03 17:30:00 America/Phoenix Chess Club & Workshops Downtown Library - Program Room

Downtown Library

Program Room

Checkmate at the Library! Join Buckeye Public Library's Chess Club
Join us every Monday at the Downtown Library for chess instruction and open play in a fun, welcoming environment for all ages and skill levels.

Schedule
♟️ 4:00 PM – 4:30 PM | Weekly Chess Workshop

June 8: Opening Principles, Development, and Trap Awareness
June 15: Tactics I: Forks, Pins, Skewers, and Double Attacks
June 22: Tactics II: Remove Defenders, Overload, and Finish the Attack
June 29: Endgame I: King and Pawn Fundamentals, Opposition, and Races
July 13: Endgame II: Rook Endings, Piece Activity, and Conversion
July 20: Pawn Structure and Smart Trades
July 27: Tournament Preparation

♟️ 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM | Open Play
Practice your skills, challenge other players, and enjoy casual games with fellow chess enthusiasts.

What to Expect

  • Weekly chess lessons covering strategies, tactics, and game fundamentals
  • Friendly open play for beginners and experienced players alike
  • Mentor support for new players
  • A welcoming environment to learn, improve, and have fun

No registration required — just drop in and play!

TAGS: | Library Events |

Downtown Library

library@buckeyeaz.gov
Phone: (623) 349-6300

Hours
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Mon, Jun 29 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Jun 30 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jul 01 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Jul 02 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jul 03 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jul 04 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jul 05 Closed

About the library

The Buckeye Public Library Downtown Library is a vibrant and inclusive hub that empowers its community with a wealth of information and resources.

Upcoming events

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Mon, Jul 06, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Mon, Jul 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
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Tue, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Tue, Jul 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Wed, Jul 08, 10:15am - 11:00am
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Wed, Jul 08, 11:15am - 12:00pm

Wed, Jul 08, 11:15am - 12:00pm

Wed, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Thu, Jul 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Mon, Jul 13, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Mon, Jul 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
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Tue, Jul 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Wed, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:30am

Wed, Jul 15, 11:15am - 12:00pm

Wed, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Wed, Jul 15, 5:00pm - 7:00pm

Thu, Jul 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Fri, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Fri, Jul 17, 5:00pm - 6:30pm

Mon, Jul 20, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Mon, Jul 20, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
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Tue, Jul 21, 10:00am - 7:00pm

Tue, Jul 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Wed, Jul 22, 10:15am - 11:00am

Wed, Jul 22, 11:15am - 12:00pm
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Thu, Jul 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Mon, Jul 27, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
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Tue, Jul 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Thu, Jul 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Mon, Aug 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
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Tue, Aug 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Tue, Aug 04, 4:30pm - 5:30pm