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Portarlington Chess Club moves to new premises

November 7, 2019 BY

Enjoying a game of chess: from front left, Harry Blamer (The Embalmer), Stan Rusiniak (Jouster) and Adrian Slykerman (The Flying Dutchman). From back right, Hugh Peters (Guru), Hans Lemmens (The Queen’s Man) and Daryl Gray (Iceman).

THE Portarlington Chess Club, a friendly and sociable group focusing on and assisting beginners and the serious player, has moved to a new premises.
The club is now located in the Bayview Room, at Parks Hall, 87 Newcombe Street, Portarlington.
Players of all strengths attend regularly, so you’re sure to find a competitive opponent or coach.
For beginners they focus of on chess piece moves via Mini Games and demonstrations.
The club’s founder Stan Rusiniak said he believes in making chess a fun, enjoyable and social experience, no matter the skill level, win, lose or draw – just have fun.
The chess club’s main access is via the left-hand side door off Newcombe Street just opposite Portarlington Primary School.
The chess club premises are fully wheelchair accessible via the Bayview (rear door).
They meet at the usual time every Monday at 10am.
The club provides all the necessary equipment needed to get you your chess fix for the day and as usual tea and coffee are available.
For more information, phone Julie on 5259 2290.