Norcal House of Chess activities for the rest of the month

I. FRIDAY KNIGHT MARATHON (2nd round) starts on 10-19-2012.

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II. NHC SCHOLASTIC SWISS 10-21-2012

October 21st at NorCal House of Chess

U1500 4 rounds, G/4; U1000 & U500 sections, 5 rounds, G/30; Entry fee is $30.00 ($27.00 for NHC members). Starts at 10:15 a.m.

 

Under 1500, G/45, 4 rounds Round times: 10:15, 12:30, 2:15 & 4:00 pm. Under 1000 and Under 500, G/30, 5 rounds Round times: 10:15, 11:30, 1:30, 2:45 & 4:00 pm.Trophies for Top 5 winners of each section. Byes are available, if requested before rd. 3. Rounds can start early if both players agree.

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III. BUILD-A-HOME-SCHOLASTIC FUNDRAISER

On October 27th, 2012 join us at NorCal for an exciting fundraiser tournament, to help build homes in impoverished parts of Mexico! All proceeds go to the DOXA organization, a team headquartered in Seattle, WA that goes to Mexico to build homes for the needy. This is a great opportunity for kids to have fun playing chess and help build their USCF rating, while also donating to the people in need! More info about the organization DOXA at: http://doxaserves.org/. First game starts at 10:15 am! Tournament for scholastic players under 1500. Time contol: G/45, d5. One section, Under 1500. Trophies and medals will be awarded to winners and participants. $30, but $25 if you are an NHC member. Two 1/2 point byes can be issued if requested before the 2nd round.Round times: All games on 10/27. 10:15 am, 12:00 pm, 2:00 pm, 4:00 pm

TD/Contact: Vikram Ganesh.
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