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CHESS CLUB (X203)

X – Extracurricular

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Wilmington (Arsht Hall) | February 6, 2026-May 8, 2026

Friday: 12:45 PM-3:45 PM

Prerequisite: Basic understanding of chess. Tired of playing chess against a computer or a person halfway across the world? Join the OLLI Chess Club! Members should have at least a basic understanding of the game. Some of our members are further along in their skills development. All are welcome! The first 20–30 minutes are devoted to instruction and then, for the remainder of our time, we pair up and play.

This offering meets for a total of 13 session(s).

INSTRUCTORS: Gary Szczarba, Richard Glazik

SZCZARBA, GARY — BSChE, Syracuse University. I have been playing chess since retirement. Member of the U.S. Chess Federation (USCF) and Chess.com. Regularly play in USCF sanctioned matches. Enjoy cycling, music, art and movies. (X203)

GLAZIK, RICHARD — CAGS, school psychology, Temple University. Has become a chess enthusiast since moving to Delaware almost 12 years ago. Member of the United States Chess Federation (USCF) and Chess.com. Participates in USCF sanctioned tournament play. Enjoys golf, hiking, and music. (X203)

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