Name: Chess Club
Start: 2026-02-23T18:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-02-23T20:00:00-05:00
Location: Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library

Learn to play chess or develop your strategies with chess expert Tamar Chanadiri from the Marshall Chess Club.
About this Event

This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, Room 303.

Learn to play chess or develop your strategies with chess expert Tamar Chanadiri from the Marshall Chess Club. Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions, as each one builds on the previous. Bring a friend or join on your own—all levels and ages are welcome! Chess sets are provided but you're welcome to bring your own.
From 6-7 PM Tamar will provide instruction for beginner-level players.
From 7-8 PM there will be open play for all levels.
Registration on the NYPL website is recommended for this event. All programs are subject to change or cancellation.
About Tamar Chanadiri

Born in Tbilisi, Republic of Georgia, Tamar Chanadiri, has been captivated by the game of chess since she was just five years old. Her father, a passionate chess enthusiast, introduced Tamar to this beautiful game and helped her develop her skills. With his encouragement, she began training with a coach, and has been playing professionally ever since.

In 1999, Tamar moved to the United States, and despite the challenges of adapting to a new country, she remained dedicated to competing in chess tournaments. During high school, she achieved notable successes, including 1st place individually and 2nd place as a team in the New Jersey Scholastics High School Championship. She also secured 1st place in the US Amateur East (NJ) U1800 tournament. Today, Tamar holds a USCF rating of 1900 and continues to actively participate in competitions.

Tamar’s love for chess extends beyond playing; she is passionate about teaching. Chess offers valuable life lessons, fostering logical thinking and decision-making skills while providing opportunities to make lasting friendships at tournaments. With extensive experience in teaching, Tamar currently leads after-school chess programs in New York City.

Chess is good for you!

Chess has many benefits including:

Improving cognitive skills

Encouraging creativity

Building confidence

Developing problem-solving skills

Reading Recommendations

Bobby Fischer Teaches Chess
Fischer, Bobby (794.1077 F)

Clinch It! : How to Convert an Advantage into a Win in Chess
Lakdawala, Cyrus (794.1 L)

Complete Book of Beginning Chess : Learn to Play & Win at Chess
Keene, Raymond (794.1 K)

How to Win at Chess: the Ultimate Guide for Beginners and Beyond
Rozman, Levy (794.12 R)

Practical Chess Endings : with Modern Chess Notation
Keres, Paul (794.124 K)

The Chess Toolbox : Practical Techniques Everyone Should Know
Willemze, Thomas (794.12 W)

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Assistive Listening and ASL

Assistive Listening and ASLASL interpretation and real-time (CART) captioning available upon request. Please submit your request at least two weeks in advance by emailing [email protected].