Level Up! Go Beyond the Basics of Chess
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Playing chess helps combat social isolation and promotes brain health. Connect with AARP New York as we present Beyond the Basics of Chess, a 4-part virtual series with National Master, John Michael Silvederio.
AARP members and guests will be guided through the complex and exciting game of chess, with lessons designed to help participants build new chess skills in an easy-to-follow format.
Sign up to gain new skills to help level up your chess game!
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*All virtual sessions are Mondays from 6 – 7 p.m.
• Monday, August 5, 2024 | Part 1: Checkmate Patterns
Register: https://events.aarp.org/chess1
• Monday, August 12, 2024 | Part 2: Defending Against Mate
Register: https://events.aarp.org/chess2
• Monday, August 19, 2024 | Part 3: Tactics (1)
Register: https://events.aarp.org/chess3
• Monday, August 26, 2024 | Part 4: Tactics (2)
Register: https://events.aarp.org/chess4
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