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Columbus Chess Club

Columbus Chess Club

Sun, Jun 7, 4:00 PM
From Columbus Chess club
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This is a time where players of all ages, and skill levels can gather and enjoy a nice Sunday full of Chess!

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Columbus Chess Club

Columbus Chess Club

Sun, Jun 14, 4:00 PM
From Columbus Chess club
4.8

This is a time where players of all ages, and skill levels can gather and enjoy a nice Sunday full of Chess!

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Columbus Chess Club

Columbus Chess Club

Sun, Jun 21, 4:00 PM
From Columbus Chess club
4.8

This is a time where players of all ages, and skill levels can gather and enjoy a nice Sunday full of Chess!

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CABS First Friday!!! 6/5

CABS First Friday!!! 6/5

Fri, Jun 5, 8:00 PM
From Columbus Area Boardgaming Society
4.8

Boardgaming and boardgaming and MORE boardgaming .... we have over 2000 games onsite to play Join us !!!

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Bad Girls Book Club June 2026

Bad Girls Book Club June 2026

Wed, Jun 17, 10:30 PM
From Bad Girls Book Club
4.7

**Our June novel is: *The Eights* by Joanna Miller** **This month’s novel is set during World War I. It’s a 20th-century historical fiction story about friendship and war, with coming-of-age elements and a slightly haunted tone. The book is 384 pages in print and 10 hours and 9 minutes on audiobook.** Oxford, 1920. For the first time in its one-thousand-year history, Oxford University officially admits female students. Burning with dreams of equality, four young women move into neighboring rooms in Corridor 8. Beatrice, Dora, Marianne, and Otto—collectively known as The Eights—come from all walks of life, each driven by their own motives, each holding tight to their secrets, and are thrown into an unlikely, unshakable friendship. Dora was never meant to go to university, but, after losing both her brother and her fiancé on the battlefield, has arrived in their place. Politically-minded Beatrice, daughter of a famous suffragette, sees Oxford as a chance to make her own way - and some friends her own age. Otto was a nurse during the war but is excited to return to her socialite lifestyle in Oxford where she hopes to find distraction from the memories that haunt her. And finally Marianne, the quiet, clever daughter of a village pastor, who has a shocking secret she must hide from everyone, even her new friends, if she is to succeed. Among the historic spires, and in the long shadow of the Great War, the four women must navigate and support one another in a turbulent world in which misogyny is rife, influenza is still a threat, and the ghosts of the Great War don’t always remain dead.

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CABS Friday Boardgaming 6/12

CABS Friday Boardgaming 6/12

Fri, Jun 12, 8:00 PM
From Columbus Area Boardgaming Society
4.8

Thanks for being a part of the CABS Meetup Group! We meet @ the COFFEE UNDERGROUND on Indianola Avenue. We play many different games @ CABS - bring your own or play one of the OVER 2222 in our library. What are your favorite games? What was the last game you played? Hope to see and game with you soon! Check us out on Facebook! Doors open early on Saturday Mornings at 10am and around 4pm on Fridays if you are interested in learning new / simpler games ... or new to the hobby or just want to check us out come in early just after noon and we will show you around before the crowd grows. Stay for a game or two, an hour or two or for the day! Your first visit is free and after that it's $5 a meeting or you can join for the year! It's Your Move

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Frequently asked questions

You can use Meetup to search for local chess clubs by entering your location and interest to see available groups and events in your area.

Meetup allows you to find and RSVP to upcoming chess tournaments. Simply check the event listings for scheduled competitions.

Yes, you can join several chess clubs to participate in different games and events. This broadens your opportunities to meet various players.

While signing up for Meetup is free, some chess events may require a fee. Check event details to find out more about any charges.

Chess clubs often offer casual play, lessons, and tournaments. They serve as a place to meet other players and improve your game.

No, events are organized by the club hosts. Meetup is the platform used to list and facilitate these activities for members.

While larger cities have more options, it's possible to find or start chess groups in smaller towns through Meetup.

To RSVP, simply log in to your Meetup account, navigate to the chess event you want to attend, and click the RSVP button.

Many clubs welcome instructors or more experienced players to host teaching sessions. Contact group organizers to express your interest.

Meetups can be in person or online, depending on the organizer. Check the event details to see how each specific event is conducted.

Chess clubs attract members of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced players, creating a diverse community for learning and competition.

Meeting frequency varies. Some clubs may meet weekly or monthly. Check specific group pages to learn about their schedules.

If there aren't any nearby clubs, consider starting one on Meetup! It's a great way to connect local chess enthusiasts and organize events.

Not all clubs are competitive. Many focus on casual play, ensuring welcoming environments for players of varying interests and skills.

Absolutely! Many chess clubs focus on skill development through lessons, practice games, and discussions with fellow players.