Chess with John Gallagher at Somers Library Begins

Chess with John Gallagher
Thursdays, January 8 – February 12 at 5:45 – 6:45 PM

We are very excited to have John Gallagher with us to teach this 6-week chess program! This class provides new and experienced students with a strong foundation in the rules and strategies needed to play the game of chess through guided instruction and supervised play. Students will learn fundamentals such as:

• How each piece moves.
• The point value of each piece.
• Check and checkmate.
• The different outcomes of the game. (i.e., win/lose/stalemate)
• The different phases of the game and the ensuing strategies (i.e., opening/middlegame/endgame)
• How to properly evaluate a position.
• How to formulate and implement a plan.
• How to visualize and conceptualize strategic ideas.
• How to identify and assess a position's strengths and weaknesses.

Presented by John Gallagher.
Registration required once to attend all meetings, please go to our online calendar HERE.

Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult in the building.
Our programs are supported by the Friends of the Somers Library through our patrons' generous contributions.
The Somers Library ~ (914) 232-5717 ~ www.somerslibrary.org
Programs subject to change. See online calendar for the most up to date information and any last-minute changes.