The King's Gambit Chess Club Co. of Cary, NC.
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The King's Gambit Chess Club Co. By Laws and Club Constitution
The King’s Gambit Chess Club
Cary, North Carolina
Est. 2022
Chess Club Constitution and By Laws
Mission: To use the strategic game of chess to teach our children skills that will help them
navigate through challenges throughout their lives. Skills that teach confidence, emotional
maturity, strategic thinking, problem solving, diligence and team building.
Purpose: The King’s Gambit is an organization built on the founding principle of integrity. We
have taken on the social responsibility of addressing troubling concerns involving youth
throughout our communities. The game of chess has been deemed beneficial in the
enhancement of cognitive skills and our organization aims to use these benefits to solve major
issues that have negatively impacted our youth.
Vision: By starting with our youth, observe the manifesting powers of chess, build positive
relationships across different sexes, cultures, and classes; benefiting our community and
society.
Values: Recent studies have confirmed what educators have known for nearly 40 years: that chess
improves academic performance, concentration, logical thinking, judgment, creativity, problem solving,
emotional intelligence, and social skills.
Core Values:
We are for Focus
We are for Friends
We are for Fun
ARTICLE I Name and Objectives
Sec. 1 The name of this club shall be The King’s Gambit Chess Club.
Sec. 2 The objectives of this club shall be:
2.1 To provide a meeting place for chess players.
2.2 To maintain affiliation with the United States Chess Federation.
2.3 To conduct chess tournaments rated by the United States Chess Federation.
2.4 To provide chess instruction for members and for the community.
2.5 To provide various chess activities for members and for the community.
2.6 To devote all profits accruing to the Club to the above purposes.
ARTICLE II Membership
Sec. 1 Any person may initiate or renew membership of the Club by paying the Club’s annual dues.
Sec. 2 All memberships expire one year from the date of purchase.
Sec. 3 All members terminate any offices, positions of trust, and other responsibilities, whether elective or appointive,
immediately upon lapse of membership, but all such positions are automatically restored upon renewal of membership if
such renewal is made within one calendar month.
Sec. 4 Dues shall be ten dollars per month effective the first of the month paid until the end of the twelfth month.
The King’s Gambit Chess Club
Cary, North Carolina
Est. 2022
Chess Club Constitution and By Laws
Mission: To use the strategic game of chess to teach our children skills that will help them
navigate through challenges throughout their lives. Skills that teach confidence, emotional
maturity, strategic thinking, problem solving, diligence and team building.
Purpose: The King’s Gambit is an organization built on the founding principle of integrity. We
have taken on the social responsibility of addressing troubling concerns involving youth
throughout our communities. The game of chess has been deemed beneficial in the
enhancement of cognitive skills and our organization aims to use these benefits to solve major
issues that have negatively impacted our youth.
Vision: By starting with our youth, observe the manifesting powers of chess, build positive
relationships across different sexes, cultures, and classes; benefiting our community and
society.
Values: Recent studies have confirmed what educators have known for nearly 40 years: that chess
improves academic performance, concentration, logical thinking, judgment, creativity, problem solving,
emotional intelligence, and social skills.
Core Values:
We are for Focus
We are for Friends
We are for Fun
ARTICLE I Name and Objectives
Sec. 1 The name of this club shall be The King’s Gambit Chess Club.
Sec. 2 The objectives of this club shall be:
2.1 To provide a meeting place for chess players.
2.2 To maintain affiliation with the United States Chess Federation.
2.3 To conduct chess tournaments rated by the United States Chess Federation.
2.4 To provide chess instruction for members and for the community.
2.5 To provide various chess activities for members and for the community.
2.6 To devote all profits accruing to the Club to the above purposes.
ARTICLE II Membership
Sec. 1 Any person may initiate or renew membership of the Club by paying the Club’s annual dues.
Sec. 2 All memberships expire one year from the date of purchase.
Sec. 3 All members terminate any offices, positions of trust, and other responsibilities, whether elective or appointive,
immediately upon lapse of membership, but all such positions are automatically restored upon renewal of membership if
such renewal is made within one calendar month.
Sec. 4 Dues shall be ten dollars per year effective the first of the month paid until the end of the twelfth month.
Sec. 5 Children under the age of 14 years will be afforded access to club activities without requiring dues, but only the
parent who is a club member will be allowed to vote on club matters.
ARTICLE III Officers
Sec. 1 The officers of the Club shall be the President, the Vice-President, the Secretary, and the Treasurer, who shall be
elected as provided in the By-Laws. All officers of the Club elected prior to adoption of these By-Laws shall serve the
remainder of their terms of Office under the conditions of these By-Laws.
Sec. 2 Duties of the Officers
2.1 The President:
2.11 Shall be the Presiding Officer of the Club except as otherwise provided in the By-Laws.
Sec. 2.12 Shall have the right to call special meetings of the Club and the Board of Directors.
2.2 The Vice-President:
2.21 Shall become President when the Board of Directors unanimously find that the Office of President is permanently
vacant.
2.22 Shall be the Presiding Officer during and following any meeting of the Club or Board of Directors, should the President,
for any reason, be absent.
2.3 The Secretary:
2.31 Shall keep a record of all business meetings of the Club and of the Board of Directors.
2.32 Shall preside in the absence of the President and the Vice-President.
2.4 The Treasurer:
2.41 Shall collect all monies due and make all disbursements authorized by the Club or by the Board of Directors. The
Treasurer’s books shall be open to all members during meetings of the Club.
2.42 Shall provide financial summaries at all Club business meetings, and at meetings of the Board of Directors.
2.43 Shall, at the end of his term of office, present all records to an auditor selected by the outgoing President.
2.44 Shall preside in the absence of the President, the Vice-President, and the Secretary.
Sec. 3 The Presiding Officer:
3.1 Shall preside at all meetings of the Club and of the Board of Directors and following each meeting until the next meeting
of any kind.
3.2 Shall have the right to call special meetings of the Club and of the Board of Directors.
3.3 Not used.
3.4 Shall be an ex-officio member of all committees.
Sec. 3.5 Shall appoint any publicity director, historian, or other petty officer that he deems expedient, except any similar
officer or related committee which may arise from a motion at a Club business meeting is superior to and supersedes any
such Presiding Officer appointment.
3.6 May appoint a temporary Secretary to serve in the absence of the elected Secretary. A temporary Secretary does not
have the elected Secretary’s right to preside in the absence of higher officers.
Sec. 4 Any Officer may be removed from office by a majority of all Club members.
ARTICLE IV Board of Directors
Sec. 1 The Board of Directors shall consist of all elected Officers.
Sec. 2 The Board of Directors shall appoint all Tournament Directors.
Sec. 3 The Board of Directors may call a special Officer election if they unanimously agree that a permanent vacancy exists
in the offices of Vice-President, Secretary, or Treasurer.
Sec. 4 All management of Club affairs not conflicting with provisions arising from Club business meetings is left in the hands
of the Board of Directors. Actions of the Board of Directors shall be summarized at the next Club business meetings.
ARTICLE V The Tournament Director
The Tournament Director shall exercise exclusive authority of all activities concerning any event involving prizes or United
States Chess Federation ratings during the days and hours the event is conducted, from the time registration is scheduled to
begin until the last game is finished, and final disposition of prizes is made.
ARTICLE VI Club Business Meetings
Sec. 1 Club business meetings shall be held on the third Wednesday of every month unless otherwise agreed. Club business
meetings must be held at least once every calendar month.
Sec. 2 The quorum for Club business meetings shall be six members.
ARTICLE VII Elections
Sec. 1 The Club officer elections shall take place on the Club’s regular meeting day during the first week of April. No other
Club business shall be taken up.
Sec. 2 Nominations shall be opened for each office successively during the Club election meeting.
Sec. 3 Elections shall be for President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer, in that order. If no candidate wins a
majority of votes, a run-off election of the two candidates with the most votes shall be held immediately.
Sec. 4 All votes must be by secret ballot.
Sec. 5 Each officer shall take office on the regular meeting day during the first week of May.
Sec. 6 No person shall be elected who is not a member of the Club.
ARTICLE VIII Rules of Order
Sec. 1 Robert’s Rules of Order revised shall govern all Club business meetings and elections unless other rules of procedure
are adopted by a two-thirds vote of members present.
Sec. 2 The Board of Directors shall determine their own quorum and rules of order when all members of the Board are
present.
ARTICLE IX Amendments
(Robert’s Rule Of Order) These By-Laws may be amended by a two-thirds vote of members present on any business
meeting of the Club called for that purpose after being announced at Club meetings for four successive weeks. Children under the age of 14 years will be afforded access to club activities without requiring dues, but only the
parent who is a club member will be allowed to vote on club matters.
ARTICLE III Officers
Sec. 1 The officers of the Club shall be the President, the Vice-President, the Secretary, and the Treasurer, who shall be
elected as provided in the By-Laws. All officers of the Club elected prior to adoption of these By-Laws shall serve the
remainder of their terms of Office under the conditions of these By-Laws.
Sec. 2 Duties of the Officers
2.1 The President:
2.11 Shall be the Presiding Officer of the Club except as otherwise provided in the By-Laws.
Sec. 2.12 Shall have the right to call special meetings of the Club and the Board of Directors.
2.2 The Vice-President:
2.21 Shall become President when the Board of Directors unanimously find that the Office of President is permanently
vacant.
2.22 Shall be the Presiding Officer during and following any meeting of the Club or Board of Directors, should the President,
for any reason, be absent.
2.3 The Secretary:
2.31 Shall keep a record of all business meetings of the Club and of the Board of Directors.
2.32 Shall preside in the absence of the President and the Vice-President.
2.4 The Treasurer:
2.41 Shall collect all monies due and make all disbursements authorized by the Club or by the Board of Directors. The
Treasurer’s books shall be open to all members during meetings of the Club.
2.42 Shall provide financial summaries at all Club business meetings, and at meetings of the Board of Directors.
2.43 Shall, at the end of his term of office, present all records to an auditor selected by the outgoing President.
2.44 Shall preside in the absence of the President, the Vice-President, and the Secretary.
Sec. 3 The Presiding Officer:
3.1 Shall preside at all meetings of the Club and of the Board of Directors and following each meeting until the next meeting
of any kind.
3.2 Shall have the right to call special meetings of the Club and of the Board of Directors.
3.3 Not used.
3.4 Shall be an ex-officio member of all committees.
Sec. 3.5 Shall appoint any publicity director, historian, or other petty officer that he deems expedient, except any similar
officer or related committee which may arise from a motion at a Club business meeting is superior to and supersedes any
such Presiding Officer appointment.
3.6 May appoint a temporary Secretary to serve in the absence of the elected Secretary. A temporary Secretary does not
have the elected Secretary’s right to preside in the absence of higher officers.
Sec. 4 Any Officer may be removed from office by a majority of all Club members.
ARTICLE IV Board of Directors
Sec. 1 The Board of Directors shall consist of all elected Officers.
Sec. 2 The Board of Directors shall appoint all Tournament Directors.
Sec. 3 The Board of Directors may call a special Officer election if they unanimously agree that a permanent vacancy exists
in the offices of Vice-President, Secretary, or Treasurer.
Sec. 4 All management of Club affairs not conflicting with provisions arising from Club business meetings is left in the hands
of the Board of Directors. Actions of the Board of Directors shall be summarized at the next Club business meetings.
ARTICLE V The Tournament Director
The Tournament Director shall exercise exclusive authority of all activities concerning any event involving prizes or United
States Chess Federation ratings during the days and hours the event is conducted, from the time registration is scheduled to
begin until the last game is finished, and final disposition of prizes is made.
ARTICLE VI Club Business Meetings
Sec. 1 Club business meetings shall be held on the third Wednesday of every month unless otherwise agreed. Club business
meetings must be held at least once every calendar month.
Sec. 2 The quorum for Club business meetings shall be six members.
ARTICLE VII Elections
Sec. 1 The Club officer elections shall take place on the Club’s regular meeting day during the first week of April. No other
Club business shall be taken up.
Sec. 2 Nominations shall be opened for each office successively during the Club election meeting.
Sec. 3 Elections shall be for President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer, in that order. If no candidate wins a
majority of votes, a run-off election of the two candidates with the most votes shall be held immediately.
Sec. 4 All votes must be by secret ballot.
Sec. 5 Each officer shall take office on the regular meeting day during the first week of May.
Sec. 6 No person shall be elected who is not a member of the Club.
ARTICLE VIII Rules of Order
Sec. 1 Robert’s Rules of Order revised shall govern all Club business meetings and elections unless other rules of procedure
are adopted by a two-thirds vote of members present.
Sec. 2 The Board of Directors shall determine their own quorum and rules of order when all members of the Board are
present.
ARTICLE IX Amendments
(Robert’s Rule Of Order) These By-Laws may be amended by a two-thirds vote of members present on any business
meeting of the Club called for that purpose after being announced at Club meetings for four successive
ABOUT US
The King's Gambit Chess Club Company, a 501(c)(3) educational and charitable organization, is widely recognized as the premier chess club in the Wake County, NC. area, and one of the best in the State.
The King's Gambit Chess Club is a social, informational, educational, instructional and competitive meeting place where people of all genders and race can come together through the "Game of Chess". We offer a wide variety of activities, including instruction, rated and non-rated games, simuls, lectures, field trips, tournaments, and recreational play. Every member is important to the success of the club, and the chess club simply cannot exist without active participation from both the organizers and the players.
It is not necessary for any person to be a skilled player or to have any prior experience at all to become a member of our club. Just be ready to HAVE FUN, HAVE FRIENDS, AND HAVE FOCUS!
Our local chess club is an important link between the player and other organizations, such as state, regional, and other affiliates from our National Chess Organization, THE US CHESS FEDERATION (US CHESS).
The King's Gambit Chess Club introduces our members to the fun and benefits of knowing and playing chess and will provide exposure to a wider world of competitive chess.
We especially look forward to ALL of our members becoming a rated chess member, competitor, and champion of the US CHESS FEDERATION.
CHESS CLUB DIRECTORY - CHESS CLUBS NC.
*** The King's Gambit Chess Club Co. of Cary, NC. 4441 Blueberry Woods Lane, Cary, NC. 27518 919-561-2710 **Membership Required** Rated / Unrated Games and Tournaments, Strengthen your skills. We offer materials, teaching, and mentoring, US Chess Federation affiliated ratings and tournaments.
Classes and membership meetings are on Wednesday's and Saturday's from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm)
Please call or visit our website at www.kingsgambitcary.com for details and contact information.
North Carolina Chess Clubs
This listing of Post Covid Live chess clubs is the latest greatest of “live, in your face clubs” in North Carolina, meeting now. If you notice *** (three asterisks) in the notes following a listing, that means we were unable to officially verify the info on that club, so be very careful to check websites and current info prior to attending. Should you have any corrections, changes, or additions, please contact Roz Katz at rozbkatz@gmail.com, or you can call: 919.237.2002
Albemarle Regional Chess ClubAddress: JP Knapp Early College High School, 2966 Caratoke HWY, Currituck, NC 27929In Person play times – Wednesdays 4:30 to 5:30Contact: Clayton Rodgers, info@archess.orgWebsite: https://www.facebook.com/ARCCofNC
Asheboro Chess Club
Address: Asheboro Public Library, 201 Worth Street in Asheboro.
In person play times: Tuesday 6pm to 9pm
Contact: Tom Hales, chess@triad.rr.com, phone 336-460-6882, Website: Asheboro Chess Club
Asheville Chess Club
Address: Asheville Community Center, 37 East Larchmont Road, Asheville, NC 28804
In person play times: Wednesday 6:30pm to 9:30pm
Contact: Joseph Quinlan, vincentvanjoe@gmail.com, phone: 828-776-1918 Website: Ashville Chess Club
Bailey – Highway 264 Chess Club
Address: 8180 Stoney Hill Church Road, Bailey, NC
In person play times: Fluid schedule (loosely based on Firehouse schedule), generally tournaments run on Fridays – beginning at 9am with games in 60.
Contact: Gordon Ray, phone: 252-292-6324
Notes: This group used to be “retired guys” although Gordon assures me that all are welcome. Other names associated with this club are Wilson Chess Academy and Gallberry Games.
The current venue is a brand new senior center – they are increasingly well-attended and LOTS OF FUN!
Boone – Appalachian State University Chess Club
Address: App State’s Campus, 263 Locust Street, Boone, NC 28508, room 136 of Plemmons Student Union
In person play times – Monday 5pm to 7:15pm
Contact: Nicholas Steward, appstatechess@gmail.com
Notes: Our members play online on both chess.com and lichess.org. We accept new members through this email and in person our meetings. Our club is free to join and open to all, but is predominantly comprised of App State students. We also have a club group message of about 90 people on the platform GroupMe. This provides a place for chess discussion, sharing games, sending challenges, and for our admins, sending quick notifications about the club.
Burlington Chess Club
Address: Smitty’s Ice Cream 107 East Front St., Burlington, NC 27215
In person play times: Sunday 2pm to 5pm.
Contact: Charles Roberson, croberson2@triad.rr.com , Website: Burlington Chess Club
Notes: During the height of the pandemic, we met online on Lichess.org and we have an online chess team that participates in the 2020 world chess league. We are considering adding another day per week and it would be online.
Carrboro Chess Club
Address: Lanza’s Cafe, W Main Street, Carboro
In person play times: Wednesday 6pm to 9pm
Contact: Tobin Logan tobin63@gmail.com
Carolina Shores Chess Club (formerly Myrtle Beach/Calabash)
Address: Southwest Brunswick Branch Library, room 125, at 9400 Ocean Highway, Carolina Shores, NC.
In person play times: Tuesday 1pm to 4pm.
Contact: Terry Newman, terrynewman@atmc.net or (910)755-7140.
Notes: No membership required, everyone welcome. Sets and clocks provided.
Cary Chess Club
Address: Caribou Coffee, 109 SW Maynard Rd, Cary, NC 27511 (corner of Kildare Farms Rd & Maynard Rd).
In person play times: Wednesday 5pm to 9pm. The first Wednesday of each month we have an unrated G/15 starting at 5:30pm.
Contact: Keith Carson, krcarsn1@aol.com
Notes: We are focused on casual chess, all folks welcome, no dues. Some players have ratings, many don’t. We have about 15 active members. We have one new member, age 6, very strong for his age. Would hope you could meet him… Come visit sometime!
Charlotte Chess Center & Scholastic Academy
Address: 10700 Kettering Drive, Unit E , Charlotte, NC 28226
https://www.charlottechesscenter.org/
Tuesday: 6:00pm – 10:00pm
Friday: 6:00pm – 10:00pm
Sunday: 12:30pm – 4:30pm
For special events on weekdays and weekends see our events calendar.
Durham – Triangle Area Chess Club
Note: This club has merged with the Triangle Chess Center. Contact: Gary Maltzman, tachessclub@gmail.com
Durham/Morrisville – Triangle Chess Center
Address: 5920 S. Miami Blvd, Morrisville 27560
In person play times: Saturday 1pm to 5pm and Wednesday 5:30pm to 8pm
Contact: Coach Bill Clausen (919) 272-8017 improve@trianglechess.com, Website: TriangleChess.com
Notes: No Membership Dues- so technically we do not have members but we have worked with over 7,000 people in the last 10 years. 97% tied to youth services.
Durham – Downtown Durham Chess Club
Address: Durham County Main Library, 300 N Roxboro St, Durham, NC
Beginning May 21st, meetings will be every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Saturday of the month.
In-person play times: Saturday from 1:30pm until 5:30 pm.
Contact: Phil Nousak, pnousak@mindspring.com, phone: 919-323-9020
Library Contact: John Davis, jwdavis@dconc.gov, phone: 919-560-0125, Website: https://durhamcountylibrary.org/
Durham County Main Library 919-560-0100
Participation is free and unrated.
Conrad Conero, the founder and former president of the club, will continue sending his wonderful newsletter to all members of the Downtown and North Durham clubs.
Durham – North Durham Chess Club
Address: North Durham Regional Library, 221 Milton Road, Durham, NC
Beginning May 28th, meetings will be every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month.
In-person play times: Saturday from 1:30pm until 5:30 pm.
Contact: Phil Nousak, pnousak@mindspring.com, phone: 919-323-9020
Library Contact: Emily Tobias, etobias@dconc.gov, phone: 919-560-0231, Website: https://durhamcountylibrary.org/
North Durham County Public Library 919-560-0140, the information desk is 919-560-0236
Participation is free and unrated.
Conrad Conero, the founder and former president of the club, will continue sending his wonderful newsletter to all members of the Downtown and North Durham clubs.
Fayetteville Chess Club
Address: Tim’s Pizza, Eutaw Village Shopping Center, 2734 Bragg Blvd, Fayetteville, NC 28303
In person play times: Tuesday 5pm to 8pm
Contact: Kirk Bobbitt, fayettevillechessclub@gmail.com
Granville Chess Club – Creedmoor
Address: South Granville Public Library, 1550 South Campus Drive, Creedmoor, NC27522
Note: This club is no longer meeting due to Covid restrictions. The hope is that they will open in the future. The library phone number is 919-528-1752
Greensboro Chess Club
Address: Lewis Recreation Center, 3110 Forest Lawn Drive, Greensboro, NC 27455
In person play times: Wednesday 6:30pm to 9:45pm
Contact: Jacob Parrish, phone 980-298-7656, website: greensborochess.org
Greenville Chess Club
Address: Barnes & Noble Greenville Blvd (264 By-Pass) and Evans Street
Notes: This club is no longer meeting, but Barnes & Noble would enjoy welcoming a new club. Many of the previous members attend the Highway 264 club.
Greenville/Winterville - Family Chess Club Address: Apt to Learn, 650 East Firetower Road, Suite B, Winterville, NC 27890
In person play times: Tuesday from 6pm to 8pm. One hour we have lessons and then we have free play. The club also meets on Wednesday from 6pm to 9pm.
Contacts: Jerry Skinner, President, howlandbakerjarvis@yahoo.com phone: 252-209-4148, and Steven Smith, VP phone: 252-258-6961. NCfamilychessclub@gmail.com.
Notes: The emphasis here is on families: kids, Moms and Dads – although all are welcome. The kids are aged 3 and up. Boards are provided, dues are $10 per year.
The club is a USCF affiliate and they run lots of tournaments, due to their active TD.Henderson/Vance Chess Club
Address: Clearview Church Fellowship Hall, 3485 Hwy 158 Business, Henderson NC.
In person play times: Thursday nights from 5:30 till?????
Contact: Rudolph Abate, phone 252-738-0375, chessclub@embarqmail.com; Website: www.vhchessclub.com/
Notes: We play rated games. All Beginners, Experts, and in between are welcome. 3R SS tournaments once a month, see flyer on Open and K-12 tabs of this website.
Please call before coming in case of rescheduling for church functions.
Hendersonville Chess Club
Address: Hendersonville Presbyterian Church, 699 North Grove St., Hendersonville, NC 28792
In person play times: Tuesday 6pm to 8pm
Contact: Kevin Hyde, achievememttesting.com
Notes: Open to all ages, all time control variants are played.
Hillsborough Chess Club
The Eno House – 903 Eno Street, Hillsborough
In person play times: Thursdays 6:30-9:00 p.m.
Open to all ages and skill levels. Youth must be accompanied by parent/guardian
Contact: John Timmel cell: 919-593-1459 email: hillsboroughchess@gmail.com
Jacksonville Chess Club
Address: 804 New Bridge St (Youth Center), Jacksonville, NC 28540
In person play times: Tuesday 5:30pm-10pm
Contact: Sara Walsh, jacksonvillechess@gmail.com Phone: (910)-546-5250, Website: Jacksonville Chess Club
Kernersville Chess Club
Address: Panera Bread, 970 S Main St, Kernersville
In person play times: Tuesday 6:30pm to 9pm
Contact: Keith Hooker, kvilletd@aol.com
Lake Norman Chess Club – Charlotte/Cornelius
Address: McAlister’s Deli, 19930W.Catawba Ave. off 177 exit 28, Cornelius
In person play times: Sunday 2pm
Contact: for e-mail and website: Lake Norman Chess Club
Lumberton Kings & Queens – Lumberton
Notes: the contact we have is Al Floyd and the phone number listed is incorrect. Please notify us if you have any information about this club. ***
Marion Chess Club
Address: Marion Senior Center (next to YMCA), 100 Spaulding Road, Marion, NC
In person play times: Tuesday 5:15pm to 7:45pm
Contact: David Myers, dgmyers1234@gmail.com
Notes: Casual play and open to all ages. The club also conducts a USCF Rated Tournament, every month, on the 1st and 2nd Tuesdays, of each month, August – December. ***
New Bern ChessClub
Address: Books-a-Million,3005 Clarendon Blvd, New Bern
In person play times: Monday 6:30pm to 10pm
Contact: Nolan Tomboulian, phone 252-675-0176
Raleigh Wine, Beer & Chess Meet
Address: 521 W. North Street, Raleigh, NC 27603
In person play times: Sunday 2pm to 8pm.
Contact: none listed, although the amazing bartender seems to keep players in line.
Notes: Should you be looking for a quiet, sedate place to think, this is NOT FOR YOU. Loud music, loud players, smack talk – no kids and no food. Just come in, or stay outside and set up your board. Someone will sit down to play. Players come and go – the time passes quickly.
Sanford Knights Chess Club (formerly Sanford Community Chess Club)
Address: Karma Coffee 131 Wicker St. Sanford NC 27330
In person play times: Saturday 10am to noon, we also meet on Tuesday from 5pm to 7pm at alternating locations
Contact: Jeff Brueck chessSNC@gmail.com, also brueckjl@yahoo.com
Notes: Open to age 8 and above. They currently host monthly scholastic tournaments.
Southern Pines – Community Congregational Church Chess Club (5c’s)
Address: 141 North Bennett Street, Southern Pines, NC, 28387
In person play times: Thursday 5:30pm to 7:30pm
Contact: Michael Dubbs, dubb_z@yahoo.com, phone 910.885.3170.
Note: Although this is a new club, it shows a good steady attendance of roughly a dozen each week and promises to grow rapidly.
In addition to his regular club duties, Michael teaches scholastic students at The Academy of Moore County and for the Moore County Christian Home School Association.
Wake Forest Chess Club
Address: Wake Forest Coffee Company, 156 S White Street, Wake Forest, NC 27587.
In person play times: Monday 5pm to 8pm
Contact: Brian Mannette, mannetteb@gmail.com
Notes: Many of our members use GameKnot to play online in addition to meeting on Monday evenings. We currently have a tournament going on.
This is a true coffee house experience. Our games are very competitive, but not rated.
Waynesville – Smokey Mountain Chess Club
Address: Hazelwood Presbyterian Church in Waynesville, 368 Hazelwood Ave, Waynesville, NC 28786. The church is across the street from the Hazelwood Post Office, and parking is behind the church. We meet in the fellowship hall. In person play times: Thursday 1pm until dinner time.
Contact: Leon Sallards, phone: 828-246-3022, website: Smokey Mountain Chess Club.
Notes: All players are welcome. Please bring chess sets and clocks if possible.
Wilmington Chess Club
Address: Long Leaf Park. 314 Pine Grove Dr, Wilmington, NC 28409. We usually meet at Picnic Shelter #4. Sometimes we meet at Shelter #5 or #6 depending on where space is available. I put up a blue Wilmington Chess Club banner. We will probably need to move the club indoors when the weather gets cold around December. In person play times: Sunday 1pm to 4pm
Contact: Jimmy Sneeden, jimmysneeden@gmail.com
Notes: Players of all ages and skill levels are welcome. No need to bring chess pieces or board.
Wilmington – UNC Wilmington Chess Club
Address: 601 College Road, Wilmington, NC 28403
In person play times: Monday 7pm
Contact: DrewM727, tlr5835@uncw.edu or Chris Freekin at seahawkchess@yahoo.com
Notes: ***
Winston-Salem Chess Club
Address: Miller Park Recreation Center, 400 Leisure Lane,Winston-Salem.
In person play times: Thursday from 6pm to 9pm.
Contact: Darryl Benbow, darrylbenbow@winston-salemchess.org, Phone: 336-922-3176, website: Winston-Salem Chess Club.
Notes: Mask wearing is required. We average 12 members each week. We have a total of 75.
Don't Forget!!!
Welcome to The King's Gambit Chess Club Company of Cary, NC.
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The King's Gambit Chess Club Company of Cary, NC. was founded in 2010 by a group of friends who wanted to create a space where people could come together and enjoy their shared interests. Since then, we've grown into a community of over 1000 members who regularly participate in our events and activities. We're proud of what we've accomplished so far and excited for what's to come!
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Our Values
Our Values
At The King's Gambit Chess Club Company of Cary, NC. , we believe in inclusivity, diversity, and respect. We welcome members from all backgrounds and strive to create a safe and welcoming environment for everyone. We also prioritize giving back to our community through volunteering and charitable donations.
Membership Benefits
Membership Benefits
Membership Benefits
When you join The King's Gambit Chess Club Company of Cary, NC. , you'll gain access to a variety of exclusive benefits, including discounts at local businesses, early access to event tickets, and the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals. Plus, you'll be supporting a community of passionate social enthusiasts!
Our Story
Membership Benefits
Membership Benefits
The King's Gambit Chess Club Company of Cary, NC. was founded in 2010 by a group of friends who wanted to create a space where people could come together and enjoy their shared interests. Since then, we've grown into a community of over 1000 members who regularly participate in our events and activities. We're proud of what we've accomplished so far and excited for what's to come!
About Us
ALL AGES, GENDER, AND RACE
ALL AGES, GENDER, AND RACE
ALL AGES, GENDER, AND RACE
ANYONE CAN BE A CHAMPION
PLAY THE FOUNDER
ALL AGES, GENDER, AND RACE
ALL AGES, GENDER, AND RACE
1800 RATED PLAYER
FAITH FOCUS FRIENDS FUN!
ALL AGES, GENDER, AND RACE
FAITH FOCUS FRIENDS FUN!
WE EAT, WE LAUGH, WE PRAY, WE LEARN!!!
Our Story
Our Values
FAITH FOCUS FRIENDS FUN!
The King's Gambit Chess Club Company of Cary, NC. was founded in 2010 by a group of friends who wanted to create a space where people could come together and enjoy their shared interests. Since then, we've grown into a community of over 1000 members who regularly participate in our events and activities. We're proud of what we've accomplished so far and excited for what's to come!
Our Values
Our Values
Our Values
At The King's Gambit Chess Club Company of Cary, NC. , we believe in inclusivity, diversity, and respect. We welcome members from all backgrounds and strive to create a safe and welcoming environment for everyone. We also prioritize giving back to our community through volunteering and charitable donations.
LOCATIONS UPDATED MONTHLY
9AM-12PM ON 01/20/2024
· American, Southern, Brunch ·
5111 Western Blvd, Raleigh, NC 27606
(919) 859-9990