About this Event
Join us for Hitherto, a new monthly chess club at Henceforth! Whether you’re an absolute beginner, a casual player, or a seasoned strategist, there’s a place for you at the board.
Hitherto brings chess enthusiasts together for an evening of friendly competition, learning, and community over food and drinks.
What to expect:
- 6:00–6:30 PM | Casual Chess, Puzzles & Socializing: Grab a drink, meet fellow players, and enjoy casual bullet and blitz games on Chess dot com using your phone. Beginners are welcome to stop by the bar for a friendly introductory game over the board. Guests can also challenge themselves with chess puzzles set up on boards at the bar, analyze the positions, and write down what they think the best next move should be.
- 6:30–7:00 PM | Learn, Discuss & Solve: Explore chess strategies, tactics, and techniques through a short instructional video and group discussion. We’ll also review the chess puzzles from the first session as a group, compare proposed moves, and discuss the reasoning behind the solutions.
- 7:00–8:00 PM | Rapid Chess: Put your skills to the test with timed, over-the-board games against fellow participants.
Event Details
📅 Monday, November 16, 2026
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Henceforth Wine Bar | Washington, DC
🎟️ Free to attend | Food and beverages available for purchase
No chess set? No problem! Boards will be provided. No official rating or tournament experience required. If you have a chess set you’d like to bring with you, feel free!
Come to learn, come to compete, or just come to connect & have fun. All skill levels are welcomed!
Hitherto is a recurring monthly gathering, hosted by Scott Cecil at Henceforth. Following our inaugural November 16 meeting, we’ll meet on the first Monday of each month, beginning December 7th and continuing January 4th & beyond.
Event venue & nearby stays
Henceforth,, 1335 H Street Northeast, Washington, United States
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