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Wednesday night chess at Patriots
**NOTE: most of the regulars no longer RSVP to the Meetup. You'll usually find at least a half dozen of us playing chess, regardless of how many attendees are listed. Come on by!**
Fairfax Chess Club meets on Wednesday at Patriot's Pub & Grill in downtown Fairfax City. People start showing up around 6 PM and stay as late as they please. Please bring your own chess set if you've got one, as our extra chess sets live at other venue for the time being. (If you don't have a chess set, however, I'm sure you'll still be able to get in a game with someone who's brought one.)
Patriot's is located at:
10560 Main St, Fairfax, VA 22030
See you soon!
Reston Plays Games
Come out to the Reston Community Center and play some games! Party games? Strategy games? Tabletop role-playing games? This massive space can accommodate games for every interest. While the event starts at 5pm, feel free to roll in whenever you are able! If you have games to bring that you'd like to share or run, please do!
Food and drink are not provided within the venue, but you are allowed to bring in anything you need from outside locations, just please be considerate of other people's games and the tables when doing so.
Park anywhere in the parking lot. The Community Center building is located directly behind Ledo Pizza. Walk straight back to the main room once you enter the building.
If you have questions, feel free to reach out to either David Gray or Bill Parker through Meetup, or you can email Bill at william.parker@fairfaxcounty.gov.
Hope to see you all there!
Ladies' Knight - Social Chess for Women
Ladies’ Knight is a welcoming **bi-weekly women’s chess social and community** designed for **beginners through advanced players**. Play, socialize, and build confidence in a fun, supportive environment alongside other women.
There won't be structured chess lessons, but enjoy a relaxed, social chess atmosphere to improve your chess strategy and tactical skills while connecting with other women in the DMV chess community.
Trivia Night By Geeks Who Drink at Hashtag!
Every Wednesday and Saturday! There will be prizes and fun, and even drinks!
Wednesday Chess at Frederick Social
Casual chess every Wednesday from 5:00 P.M. until close at 8:00 P.M. starting at Frederick Social, 50 Citizens Way, Frederick, MD 21701. \*Parking is available at the Court Street Garage located at 2 South Court Street, accessible from South Court Street and Citizens Way.
The best way to show our appreciation is by being good patrons while we enjoy their hospitality. Bring your chess boards and your appetite! It's game on!
Sincerely,
Frederick Chess Club Officers
NOTE: This is a monthly reminder, but we meet every Wednesday.
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Let's Play Chess at Wegmans near Dulles International Airport
Casual chess, with clock or no clock. Go up the stairs or elevator to the second floor of the market cafe at Wegmans, 45131 Columbia Place, Sterling, VA 20166, located in the Dulles 28 Centre shopping center. Our over-the-chessboard players are usually to be found at the tables in the mezzanine center section, which is well lit. Coffee, drinks, and culinary refreshments are available at the Coffee Cafe and Patisserie on the main floor of the supermarket. So grab a drink or refreshment and come up and join in the fun. If there are RSVP the host will usually arrive a few minutes early to set up tables in the center mezzanine section located near the Kids Room with the TV. Guests, walk-ins, kibitzers are all welcome too; we request minor children to be accompanied by an adult, and we request only chess players RSVP, members and guests who are attending to play chess, so we have an accurate count of chess tables needed to set up for player reserved spots.
The Dulles Area Gaming Group at the Herndon Library
Hey, adult Gamerinos! Join the Dulles Area Gaming Group for a fun-filled day of gaming [Eurogame](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eurogame) and [Amerithrash](https://boardgamegeek.com/wiki/page/Ameritrash) style at the Herndon Library!
This game day promises to be a fantastic opportunity to connect in-person with fellow adult board game enthusiasts in the Dulles Area.
Our group is passionate about board games and excited to welcome new adult members for a day of friendly competition and camaraderie.
Bring your favorite games or try out one brought by another player.
Whether you're a seasoned gamer or new to the tabletop world, there will be something for everyone to enjoy. Don't miss out on this chance to roll the dice, strategize your moves, and have a blast with Dulles Area Gaming Group!
We advise players arrive 10 minutes before the start time, since selection of games and instructions begin shortly after. Late arrivals will most likely have a hard time joining a game already in progress.
This event is for adults age 18+.
There is free parking and free Wi-Fi at this location.
We look forward to having you join us!
Saturday Afternoon Chess (Open Play) @ U.S. Chess Center
Join us at the Chess Center offices (Suite 118, entrance on 2nd Avenue) on Saturday afternoons from 1:00 – 5:00pm ET for open play. Players of all abilities and ages are welcome.
* Non-Members: $5.00/player table fee for the day.
* Chess Center [Members](https://chessctr.org/membership/) always play for FREE ($0.00).
Check our social media ([Twitter](https://twitter.com/uschess) / [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/USChessCenter)) for closure announcements: The Chess Center is closed on major holidays.
We also have chess sets, clocks, and [used chess books](https://chessctr.org/usedbooks/) for sale.
Huzzah game night
Come join us for some fun and games at Huzzah Hobbies! We play a variety of games such as strategy, co-ops, or party games. This is a great way to meet new people, play some new games, and have some fun at the same time!
Plus, the snack bar is now open! Nachos, chips, candy, drinks.
Please note that the attendee limit is not a hard cap. That said, please RSVP if you are planning to attend as that helps for an accurate headcount. Thank you!
http://huzzahhobbies.com
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This group is for intermediate & advanced players 💪 with a USTA NTRP rating of 3.0+ ⭐
We thrive on competitive doubles 🔥🤝 and invite you to join us and RSVP ✅ for our exciting meetup events!
Let’s rally, compete, and have a blast — see you on the court soon! 🎾😄🏆
Game Night and Potluck
Game night with a potluck, join us at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Reston on Wiehle Ave. for a game night and potluck. All are welcome there.
I will bring a selection of over 2 dozen games of different styles from my collection.
Some examples of the variety of styles include:
Earth
Flamecraft
Quacks of Quedlinburg
Meadow
Wingspan
Pandemic
Feast for Odin
The Crew
Love letter
Just One
Code Names
please feel free to bring along any of your games you would like to play.
Please be respectful of the venue and any other groups that may be using the facility and, as you are able, please help clean up at the end of the night.
Children are welcome. However, they are expected to be playing games in the same room. If you are bringing children, please make sure to bring games they enjoy playing.
This is also a potluck so please bring some food to share. Hosts bring at least one main dish and a side dish, and plates, utensils, and basic drinks are provided. We are appreciative of any food you want to bring. A $5 per person suggested donation to the church helps cover basic costs.
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Ashburn Chess Club Sunday PM Chess!
Due to longer daylight hours in summer, members prefer to reschedule weekend activities, so during daylight savings time season Saturday Night Chess will be changed to Sunday PM Chess! Casual Chess: informal skittles games or optionally with Clocks (Blitz, Rapid, Quick, or custom time controls). Meetups of Ashburn Chess Club are held on 2nd floor of the Wegmans supermarket, 45131 Columbia Pl, Sterling, VA 20166, located in the Dulles Centre Shoppes Plaza which is just off the Waxpool Road Exit on Route 28 expressway. To find the chess games, take the elevator or stairs up to the 2nd floor mezzanine level. If there are RSVP the host will usually arrive a few minutes early to set up tables in the center mezzanine section located near the Kids Room with the TV. Guests, walk-ins, kibitzers are all welcome too; we request minor children to be accompanied by an adult, and we request only chess players RSVP, members and guests who are attending to play chess, so we have an accurate count of chessboards needed to set up.
Chess and chess lessons at the Rockville Science Center
**Rockville Science Center Chess Night and Lessons by FIDE Master Luke**
**Time/Date: Monday evening, 6:30 to 9:00 PM**
Join us as FIDE Master Luke delivers a chess lecture with notes. He begins teaching at 7:15pm.
**Location: RSC "Storefront" Location,** 36C, Maryland Avenue, Rockville, MD 20850
**Parking:** First two hours free at Parking Garage "A", 20 Maryland Ave #450, Rockville, MD 20850
* Casual Chess - Everyone is welcome.
* You do not have to know how to play chess(!!!!)
* Chess sets available on a first come - basis.
* Wonderful chess sets provided, BYOC (bring your own clock)
Host: Howard Lichtman
More information about the RSC is at https://www.rockvillesciencecenter.org/
Let's Play Chess at Wegmans near Dulles International Airport
Casual chess, with clock or no clock. Go up the stairs or elevator to the second floor of the market cafe at Wegmans, 45131 Columbia Place, Sterling, VA 20166, located in the Dulles 28 Centre shopping center. Our over-the-chessboard players are usually to be found at the tables in the mezzanine center section, which is well lit. Coffee, drinks, and culinary refreshments are available at the Coffee Cafe and Patisserie on the main floor of the supermarket. So grab a drink or refreshment and come up and join in the fun. If there are RSVP the host will usually arrive a few minutes early to set up tables in the center mezzanine section located near the Kids Room with the TV. Guests, walk-ins, kibitzers are all welcome too; we request minor children to be accompanied by an adult, and we request only chess players RSVP, members and guests who are attending to play chess, so we have an accurate count of chess tables needed to set up for player reserved spots.
Chess at Mackenzie's
**NOTE: most of the regulars no longer RSVP to the Meetup. You'll usually find at least a half dozen of us playing chess, regardless of how many attendees are listed. Come on by!**
The Fairfax Chess Club meets on Monday nights at Mackenzies', a restaurant in downtown Fairfax City. People start showing up around 6pm and stay until whenever. All ages and chess levels are welcome. The address:
3950 University Dr STE 210, Fairfax, VA 22030
There is free parking available in a free garage behind the restaurant.
There are 3 or 4 chess boards available for general use at the restaurant, but bring your own if you have one.
Please try to purchase something to eat or drink at Mackenzie's (it can be small), like a soft drink, beer, or side of fries. We have to support our venue!
Thanks!
Isaac
Board Games at Aslin Beer Company (Izzi)
Come out to a evening filled with fun board games at Aslin Beer Company in Herndon! We play a variety of games, including strategy, co-op, and party games! Always welcoming to people who are brand new to the hobby to those who have been playing for years!
We will be meeting in the Izzi building (not the main taproom), as there is more table space there and is right next to where you can get food and drinks!
There isn't a hard cap on attendees per say, but we would prefer that you sign up in advance so we have a rough head count as to whom to expect! Can't wait to see you all there!
Ashburn Monthly Open
Welcome, all, for another meetup at the lodge for another night of boardgaming! Open to anyone in either the League, Ashburn, Reston, DC/Nova or Herndon Boardgaming groups. Guests are welcome. Bring whatever you want in the way of games, and we'll deal with food when we see how many are interested. I won't be there until 7:45, but John will be there at 7pm. Hope to see everyone there!
We’re Back! Monday Games Night!
Games night is back! With our favorite local game store opening back up, Games night will come back starting Monday June 7th!
We are an lgbt+ games group that’s been going for nearly 3 years now! We welcome anyone in the lgbt+ community to come play board games every Monday with our fun and chaotic crew! If you’re brand new to board gaming and looking to make some friends or if you love playing 4 hour space operas and are looking to make some rivals, we’re the group for you!
We are an lgbt+ group that focuses on creating a safe lgbt+ community. Non-lgbt+ individuals are welcome when attending with an lgbt+ friend, family member, or partner.
Huzzah hobbies currently follows cdc guidelines, where customers who are vaccinated are allowed to not wear masks indoors. With their current hours on Mondays, they are open until 9pm; if they change hours and remain open later, games night will continue until close.
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