2017 San Francisco Scholastic Chess Championship | Mechanics' Institute

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2017 San Francisco Scholastic Chess Championship

USCF-Rated section starts at 10:00 a.m.

Mechanics' Institute is proud to host the 2017 San Francisco Chess Championship. The tournament will be divided into 6 sections: K-1, 2-3, 4-5, Middle School, High School, and USCF-rated.

COUNTY FAIR BUILDING IN GOLDEN GATE PARK (NINTH AVENUE AND LINCOLN WAY)

OPEN TO

All San Francisco-area students in kindergarten through 12th grade. This tournament will let aspiring young masters compete for trophies and the respect of their peers. Free to all participants!

PLAY BEGINS PROMPTLY AT 11:00 A.M.

Except for the USCF-rated section, which starts at 10:00 a.m. Play will conclude at 3:00 p.m. Awards ceremony at 3:15 p.m. All participants will play 4 games, regardless if they win or lose.

WHAT TO BRING

We highly recommend you bring a picnic lunch and beverages.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Online registration is encouraged and can be completed at 2017sfscc.eventbrite.com or using the form below. Online registration will close at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, March 24th. After that time, limited on-site registration will be available. Each participant will be given a souvenir T-shirt and one bottle of water upon check-in.

Activities

Admission: 
Free
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Location: 
Offsite: See description for location
Questions?
Information Desk - 415-393-0102
Register now by using the form below or calling 415-393-0101.

Future Activities

Apr 29 - 1:30 pm

Tech Support Hour
Get tech support from our Community Tech Network Volunteers!

May 3 - 5:00 pm

Monthly Chess Social
Join the Chess Room for Chess Socials on the first Friday of each month

May 6 - 1:30 pm

Tech Support Hour
Get tech support from our Community Tech Network Volunteers!

May 10 - 5:00 pm

Mechanics' Institute Evening Tour
New, long-time, and prospective members are invited to tour the Mechanics' Institute