2026 Chess A2Z October Open – National Chess Day
What better way to celebrate National Chess Day than with a full day of chess! Chess A2Z October Open brought...
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Chess A2Z
Fulfill Your Potential Through Chess
Chess A2Z is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to making chess education, competition, and community accessible to all—especially girls, low-income students, and underserved communities.
We believe access creates belonging, and excellence creates opportunity.
Fri, October 16, 2026 06:00 PM
Two Lichess Arenas every Friday: Beginner Arena: 6:00pm–7:00pm Pacific Regular Arena: 7:30pm–9:00pm Pacific The Beginner Arena is recommended for newer…
Portland Chess Club
Sat, October 17, 2026 09:30 AM
The Portland Chess Club (PCC) was established in 1911 and has served as a center of chess in the Portland community for more than…
Sat, October 24, 2026 07:00 PM
Date & Time: Saturday, October 24, 2026, 7–8PM (PDT) Location: Zoom (link will be emailed to registrants on the day…
Chinese Evangelical Church
Sat, November 14, 2026 09:30 AM
Chess A2Z will provide a fun and competitive day of over-the-board play in a supportive environment. It’s a great opportunity…
Portland Chess Club
Fri, December 4, 2026 06:30 PM
December 4-6, 2026, presented by Chess A2Z Twelve of Oregon’s top junior players will gather December 4-6 to compete in…
Chinese Evangelical Church
Sat, December 12, 2026 09:30 AM
Chess A2Z will provide a fun and competitive day of over-the-board play in a supportive environment. It’s a great opportunity…
NEWS
2026 Chess A2Z September Open
After our summer break, Chess A2Z was excited to welcome everyone back for the September Open on September 19, 2026....
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Oregon Junior Open 2026
The inaugural Oregon Junior Open was held September 5–6, 2026, in Portland, Oregon, alongside the 76th Oregon Open. Organized by...
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