On Saturday, August 30, National Chess Master David Bennett will visit the Westfield Montgomery Chess Lounge in Bethesda to play simultaneous matches against 20 attendees from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Guests can register onsite at noon, and open play will also be available.
The event is organized by the Chess Alliance, a partnership of regional nonprofits including Chess Girls DC, the DC Chess Association, Big Chair Chess Club, and LiveChess Club, aimed at fostering community engagement through live, in-person chess activities. All events are free and open to the public.
