Norfolk Initiative for Chess Excellence
Teaching Folks How to Play N.I.C.E. Since 2009
LEARN - PLAY - TEACH - EMPOWER - VOLUNTEER
We dedicate 2025 sessions in Memory of Chess Mentor Gerald Ronning, the incomparable Ms. Virginia Harvey and all the lost elders who dedicated their time to helping others and to our mission.
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FREE. Open to the public.
All ages. We teach from scratch.
WHEN:
1st Wednesday of EVERY month
4-6 p.m. (Except Major Holidays)
WHERE:
Lambert's Point Recreation Center, Norfolk, VA
Directions CLICK HERE
Founded/Operated by Lisa Suhay Creator of The Fairy Tree
NICE Chess is a FREE program dedicated to promoting unity in the community through the game of chess, mentoring and fostering a welcoming community for players of all levels.
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LIFE STRATEGIES TAUGHT HERE
Join us to learn new strategies both on and off the board, meet fellow chess enthusiasts, and participate in friendly games with players of all levels.
Every Session begins with a brief chat with a guest speaker who is adds something UPLIFTING
to their community.
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STAY TUNED for a full schedule of speakers.
NICE VIDEOS
NICE VIDEOS
Norfolk Sheriff's Dpt. helps kids feel like shining stars
BlitzChess - Brooklyn Castle Style: Pobo Efekoro vs. Keith Basil in Norfolk, VA
Officer teaches kids how to play N.I.C.E.: Game Changer
Just say yes to "PoPo" chess
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