# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Chess Mates
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 15 Jul, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Wed, 19 Aug, 2026 at 05:30 pm (-05:00)
- **Event Description**: Chess Mates is a friendly drop-in chess gathering for players of all ages and skill levels. Sessions focus on relaxed, self-directed open play. Chess sets and clocks are available for use. A facilitator may be available to teach or play.


Chess Mates sessions are also available at Kenosha Public Library! Their schedule of sessions is, generally, second and fourth Wednesdays. Please see Kenosha Public Library's calendars for more details and any date changes, visit MyKPL.BiblioCommons.com/events


This program is led by Edward Larkin, RUSD/EL Chess Instructor, USCF Safe Sport Certified Tournament Director and founder of EL Chess Academies, LLC. Racine Public Library's Chess Mates program is part of RK Chess Mates, a USCF Affiliate Club (A8861618). RK Chess Mates and all Racine Chess Mates, including RUSD/EL Chess Academies, promote social and emotional learning through chess.


Room: The Community Room - Adult Services, 2nd Floor
Age range: All Ages
No Registration
Repeats: First and third Wednesday of every month, indefinitely
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/racine/chess-mates/200030357178245
- **Event Categories**: sports, tournaments, calendar
- **Slot details of has slots**: 
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 2

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Racine
- **state**: WI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 75 7th St, Racine, WI, United States, Wisconsin 53403
- **lat**: 42.72564
- **long**: -87.78086
- **full address**: 75 7th St, Racine, WI, United States, Wisconsin 53403

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Chess Mates being held?
  - **A:** Chess Mates takes place on Wed, 15 Jul, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Wed, 19 Aug, 2026 at 05:30 pm at 75 7th St, Racine, WI, United States, Wisconsin 53403.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Chess Mates?
  - **A:** Chess Mates is organized by Racine Public Library.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Chess Mates is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Racine, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Chess Mates sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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