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For more information please contact: Daniel Huitron
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September 2, 2009
Oak Springs Chess Club
Join us for chess every Wednesday from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Oak Springs Branch of the Austin Public Library, 3101 Oak Springs Drive. The Oak Springs Chess Club is open to beginner through advanced level players, adult and youth ages 8 and up. Historically women have been underrepresented in the chess world, so we especially encourage women and girls to join in the game. People think you need to be smart to play chess, but it turns out that playing chess actually develops thinking skills that can make you smarter. It hones strategic planning, spatial analysis, and non-verbal reasoning. Studies show that there is a strong correlation between academic achievement and the ability to play chess, but most importantly, chess is fun. So, what are you waiting for? We provide the chess boards, all you need is a desire to play. The Oak Springs Chess Club is free and open to the public. For more information please call 512-974-9920 or visit www.cityofaustin.org/library.
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Please direct press inquiries to:
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