2.03.2009
GM Lecture and Simul - Free
Day of, you will want to park in the "lower lot" which is behind, or north of Griffin. A map can be found at http://www.williams.edu/home/campusmap/. You would take Southworth and take a left after St. Patricks followed by a left into the parking area.
5.07.2008
Albany Tulip Festival Chess
On both Saturday and Sunday, the festival runs from noon to 6PM and we'll be open that whole time. From 1PM to 5PM, we will also hold a "simultaneous exhibition" when 1 very strong player takes on 20 players at the same time. It is a fun time and you can be one of the 20 opponants!
On Saturday, Grandmaster Ronen Har-Zvi will be taking on all comers. GM Har-Zvi was the under 16 World Champion and besides still being one of the strongest players in the world, he is a gentleman and it's a pleasure to play chess with him - even if he is going to beat everyone. :)
On Sunday, the champion playing 20 at once will be our local "young phenom", Deepak Aaaron. At 15 years of age, Deepak has already become one of the strongest players of this area. Can you beat the kid?? Better take your shot before he leaves you in his dust as he is getting stronger.
Signing up for the exhibitions will only happen at the festival. We'll start taking names at noon, the simul begins at 1:00 and when games end quickly, replacement players will be seated.
We will also have lots of information to share on local chess clubs and upcoming events. COME AND JOIN IN THE FUN!
We'll be located in the middle of the park on the State Street side in the designated "Family Fun" area. Look for a large tent near the playground. See you there!
Phil Ferguson, President ENYCA (Eastern New York Chess Association)
1.06.2008
GM Simul at Proctor's
The City Mission and Proctor’s Theater Present
A simultaneous chess exhibition with
Grandmaster Ronen Har-Zvi
Former world Under-16 champion
Wednesday, January 23
Limited to 25 boards
Entry is FREE – but number of boards is limited.
Many are reserved but some will be given away by raffle.
At Proctor’s
(near the Box Office and Muddy Cup Café)
Event opens at 4:30 p.m. and the simul begins at 5:15 p.m.
There will be door prizes for participants, and every scholastic player will get a prize!
So far GM Har-Zvi is undefeated in this area, could YOU be the first to beat him?
For more information contact
Ashok Aaron at the City
Sponsors include: Proctor’s Theater, City Mission, Internet Chess Club, Make the Right Move Foundation, Capital District Scholastic Chess Foundation, ENYCA, the Studio of Bridge and Games
6.14.2007
Grandmaster Simul in Schenectady's Central Park
And Saturday includes a very, VERY special day of chess - world renowned Grandmaster Maurice Ashley returns to play two dazzling chess exhibitions.
He will play 25 players at once at 1:30 pm and again at 4:30 pm. Entry fee is $30. Come to play or to watch! Arrive early to enter and reserve a seat. Chess sets and boards provided (although bringing extra sets is always a good idea for other games).
FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT TAJ MAJORS, (518) 346-1262, EXT. 10
Join the fun at Central Park in Schenectady this weekend!
Enjoy!