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SUMMARY:Newport Library Chess Club (Newport\, RI) - 1st & 3rd Tuesday's
DESCRIPTION:1st & 3rd Tuesday (Bi-Monthly) @ 2:30 – 3:30 PMFor those just starting or the more advanced chess players. No registration required\, just drop in. Looking forward to seeing you! \n\n\n\nSee Newport Library Chess Club link: CLICK HERE \n\n\n\nNewport Public Library\, Newport Rhode Island\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nUPCOMING MEETING DAYS(1st & 3rd TUESDAY’S)Tuesday\, May 19\, 2026Tuesday\, June 2\, 2026Tuesday\, June 16\, 2026Tuesday\, July 7\, 2026Tuesday\, July 21\, 2026Tuesday\, August 4\, 2026Tuesday\, August 18\, 2026 \n\n\n\nFor more information contact: Allyson Neurohr\, Email: aneurohr@newportlibraryri.org
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/newport-library-chess-club/
LOCATION:Newport Public Library\, 300 Spring Street\, Newport\, Rhode Island\, 02840\, United States
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SUMMARY:OSCA Collaboration: Cranston Senior Center Chess Club (Cranston\, RI) - on Thursday's
DESCRIPTION:Senior Chess Club meets every week on Thursday’s 12:00 – 4:00 PM \n\n\n\nAll Seniors are invited – Must be age 50+ or older to play \n\n\n\nFREE – Fun play – Please join the seniors for chess !!! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nChess Players at the Cranston Senior Center\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCranston Senior Center – 1070 Cranston Street\, Cranston\, RI 02920\n\n\n\n   \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFor more info contact: Sky Marcos\, Director of Activities Phone: (401) 780-6216Email: smarcos@cranstonri.org  \n\n\n\n    \n\n\n\nCranston Senior Chess Club is supported by the Cranston Senior Center & the Ocean State Chess Association \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Ocean State Chess Association (OSCA) is the Official R.I. State Affiliate of the United States Chess Federation
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/cranston-senior-chess/
LOCATION:Cranston Senior Center\, 1070 Cranston St Cranston\, RI 02920\, Cranston\, Rhode Island\, 02920\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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SUMMARY:OSCA Weekly - Cranston Chess Club (Cranston\, R.I.) @ Legion Bowl
DESCRIPTION:BOTH UNRATED & USCF RATED SECTIONS EVERY WEEK ON THURSDAY \n\n\n\nEVERY THURSDAY NIGHT\, 7:00 – 8:45 PM@ Legion Bowl – 661 Park Ave\, Cranston\, RI 02910 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFORMAT* G/45;d10 = 1 game per week. (4 Games per month)\, only $5 per week to play(Each player gets 45 minutes with a 10 second delay)* Weekly G/45 tournament results from all 4 weeks submitted at end of the month as a 4-Round Tournament* Rated Games Start Promptly at 7:00 PM\, please arrive by 6:45 – 6:50 PM * Unrated players may join us and play fun side games anytime for Free* If 5 weeks in a month\, Week 5 – Blitz Tournament 6SS – G/5+3 (Special Event\, Not Every Month) \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nUpcoming Meeting Days:* Thursday\, June 4\, 11\, 18\, 25* Thursday\, July 2\, 19\, 16\, 23* Thursday\, July 30 (5th Week- Special Blitz Event)* Thursday\, August 6\, 13\, 20\, 27* Thursday\, September 3\, 10\, 17\, 24* Thursday\, September. 3\, 10\, 17\, 24 * Thursday\, October 1\, 8\, 15\, 22 * Thursday\, October 30 – Special Blitz Event Event \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n________________________________________________________________________ \n\n\n\n\n* USCF RATED G/45;d10 – 45 minutes each with 10 sec delay – 1 game per week = cost $5 per week\n\n\n\n* FREE (UNRATED) Fun Chess Games if players are available – New members are always welcome\, Please Join Us!\n\n\n\n* Rated Weekly Games will start @ 7:00 PM\, Check-in by 6:50 pm\n\n\n\n* PRIZES (RATED SECTION) b/10 players each week = 1st Place $80 & 2nd Place $40\, and Biggest Upset Game $20\n\n\n\n* New/Renewal USCF Memberships available (Optional)\n\n\n\n* Unrated Show up anytime to play chess\, and stay as short or long as you like. Spectators can come to watch\n\n\n\n* Chess Sets & Clocks will be provided\, but please bring a clock if you have one\n\n\n\n* The Pub on Park connected to club playing area\, a full food and beverage menu is available\n\n\n\n* Duckpin Bowling\, Arcade Games\, & Free Pool Tables available too (See “Legion Bowl” link below)\n\n\n\n* Cranston Club is Organized & Directed by Board members of the Ocean State Chess Association (OSCA)\n\n\n\nPresident\, Cranston Chess ClubFrank DelBonis (Board of Directors\, Ocean State Chess Association)Email: frank@oceanstatechess.com\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCranston Chess Club is supported by the Ocean State Chess Association (OSCA)The Official R.I. State Affiliate of the United States Chess Federation \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCranston Chess Club @ Legion Bowl\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNEW – CRANSTON CHESS CLUB FOR KIDS & TEENS – 7:00 – 8:30 PM* Students Grades 5-12 can participate\, $5 per week to play * 1st Place\, 2nd Place\, 3rd Place trophies for best scores after 4 weeks* Parent must be present for Elementary & Middle School kids* Both USCF Rated G/45;d10 and Unrated Games (Fun) for everyone* For more information text OSCA President Frank DelBonis @ (401) 212-1335 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“The Pub on Park” connected to Chess Club at Legion Bowl
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/cranston-chess-club-on-thursdays/
LOCATION:Legion Bowl & Billiards\, 661 Park Ave\, Cranston\, Rhode Island\, 02910\, United States
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SUMMARY:OSCA: Cranston Chess Club KIDS & TEENS Thursday's Gr. 5-12 (Cranston\, RI)
DESCRIPTION:THURSDAY’S – 7:05 – 8:05 PM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLocation:  Legion Bowl – 661 Park Ave\, Cranston\, RI 02910 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCRANSTON CHESS CLUB FOR KIDS & TEENS – 7:05 – 8:05 PM * The Club is for Students Grades 5-12\, however students Grade 3 & 4 can attend if they know how to play chess* One hour lesson for $10 per student. free fun games if other students attend (attendance varies week to week)* Students should already at least know how to move the chess pieces\, if not see link below (Free Lessons + Courses)* FREE VIDEO CHESS LESSONS & COURSES LINKS ONLINE: CLICK HERE* Elementary & Middle School students MUST be accompanied by a Parent or Guardian* Both USCF Rated and Unrated (Fun) Games for everyone – FREE play included for all students* (Optional) students can sign up for a U.S. Chess Federation “Youth” Membership (Age 3-19) on premises to play in Rated Tournaments – USCF good for 1 year. Unrated Games do not require USCF membership* Advanced students can play rated games against adults Time Control G/45;d10 (45 min. each\, 10 sec. delay)* Video Arcade\, Pool Tables\, and Bowling Alley at the Legion Bowl too* Pub on Park is located next door. food menu & beverages available – students cannot enter pub without a parent* Note: Before you attend\, please let us know you will be coming to be sure coach Frank will be there.* Questions: Text OSCA President Frank DelBonis @ (401) 212-1335 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUpcoming Meeting Days for 2026:* Thursday\, June 4\, 11\, 18\, 28 (Tentative Dates – Please text before attending 401-212-1335)* Thursday\, July 2\, 9\, 16\, 23 (Tentative Dates – Please text before attending\, 401-212-1335)* Thursday\, July 30 – Special Blitz Event for High Level Players (No Kids Club Meeting)* No Meetings for Kids Chess Club in August (Only Adult Cranston Chess Club scheduled)* Thursday\, Sept. 3\, 10\, 17\, 24 –Meeting Days* Thursday\, October 1\, 8\, 15\, 22 – Meeting Days* Thursday\, October 30 – Special Blitz Event for High Level Players (No Kids Club Meeting) \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCranston Chess Club is supported by the Ocean State Chess Association (OSCA)The Official R.I. State Affiliate of the United States Chess Federation
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/cranston-chess-club-kids-teens/
LOCATION:Legion Bowl & Billiards\, 661 Park Ave\, Cranston\, Rhode Island\, 02910\, United States
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SUMMARY:23rd Susan Polgar Foundation Girls’ Invitational (Online) - $1\,500
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 6\, 2026 – Sunday\, June 7\, 2026 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n23rd Susan Polgar Foundation Girls’ InvitationalThis year the event will be held online by combining elements from the past in-person and online events. \n\n\n\nU.S. Chess Federation Tournament Life Announcement (TLA) – Click Link Belowhttps://new.uschess.org/23rd-susan-polgar-foundation-girls-invitational \n\n\n\nEligibility\n\n\n\n\nThe event will only be open to female players with USA residence\, born on or after January 1\, 2007;\n\n\n\nEach State Federation can nominate up to two representatives. \n\n\n\nThe winner of each girls’ section of the 2025 SPFNO;\n\n\n\nLimited number of personal invitations;\n\n\n\n\nThe event will have two stages:\n\n\n\n\nMain Event: Players will play in a 6-round Swiss event on Day 1;\n\n\n\nPlay-off: Top 4 players then move onto a Play-off on Day 2: a single elimination bracket with 2-game matches and possible Armageddon to break the tie.\n\n\n\n\nMain Event\n\n\n\n\nEvent date: Saturday\, June 6\n\n\n\nEvent start time: 1:00 pm ET / 12:00 pm CT / 10:00 am PT\n\n\n\nEvent format\n\n* One open section\n\n\n\n* 6-round Swiss tournament\n\n\n\n* Games will be USCF Online regular-rated\n\n\n\n* 25’ + 5” time control\n\n\n\n* Pairing will be based on June 2026 supplemental OTB or online regular rating\, whichever is higher.\n\n\n\n\n\nRound times (in Pacific Time zone):Games start at 10:00 a.m. and run on a rolling schedule\, with each round beginning shortly after the previous round concludes and pairings are announced.\n\n\n\n30-minute break between Round 3-4 (around 1:00-1:30pm PT) \n\n\n\nPlayers will earn 1 point for the win\, 0.5 point for a draw\, and 0 point for a loss   \n\n\n\nThe following Tie-Break Systems will be used:If only a two-way tie:\n\n* Direct encounter\n\n\n\n* Modified Median\n\n\n\n* Median\n\n\n\n* Solkoff\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  If three or more: \n\n\n\n\nModified Median\n\n\n\nMedian\n\n\n\nSolkoff\n\n\n\nDirect encounter\n\n\n\n\n\nGames will be played on chess.com:\n\nThe tournament director will be starting the games: players do not need to challenge each other\, or “join” a tournament.\n\n\n\nPlayers need to be on www.chess.com/play/online and wait for their game to start.\n\n\n\n\n\nStandings and match information will be available in a Google Sheet.\n\n\n\nPlayers must adhere to the Fair Play Regulations  outlined below.  \n\n\n\n\nPlay-off\n\n\n\n\nEvent date: Sunday\, June 7\n\n\n\nEvent start time: 1:00 pm ET / 10:00 am PT\n\n\n\nEvent format\n\n* 4-player single-elimination bracket\n\n\n\n* 2 games per match\n\n\n\n* Games will be USCF Online regular-rated\n\n\n\n* 25’ + 5” time control\n\n\n\n* Match start times: (first game start time; second game starts 10 minutes following the first game finish)\n\nSemifinals: 10:00 am PT\n\n\n\n3rd Place Match and Final: TBD after the Semifinals\, around 4:00 pm ET.\n\n\n\nPlayers will earn 1 point for the win\, 0.5 point for a draw\, and 0 point for a loss.\n\n\n\nThe first player to reach 1.5 points wins the match.\n\n\n\n\n\nIf tied\, an Armageddon game to break tie:\n\nDrawing for colors will be determined by random computer draw.\n\n\n\nWhite gets: 5 minutes\n\n\n\nBlack gets: 3 minutes\n\n\n\nNo increment.\n\n\n\nBlack has draw odds.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGames will be played on chess.com:\n\n* The tournament director will be starting the games: players do not need to challenge each other\, or “join” a tournament.\n\n\n\n* Players need to be on www.chess.com/play/online and wait for their game to start.\n\n\n\n\n\nStandings and Pairings will be available in a Google Sheet.\n\n\n\nPairings will be posted as soon as possible.\n\n\n\nPlayers must adhere to the Fair Play Regulations outlined below.\n\n\n\n\nPrizes\n\n\n\nCash Prizes: $1\,500 total in cash scholarship to be used towards any chess activity.\n\n\n\n\n$600 – First place\n\n\n\n$400 – Second place\n\n\n\n$200 – Third place\n\n\n\n$100 – Fourth place\n\n\n\n$100 prize to the top finisher under 13 years old (born after January 1\, 2013)\n\n\n\n$100 under 10 years old (born after January 1\, 2016).  ** Prizes will be paid electronically via Zelle or Paypal\, or a check will be sent via mail.\n\n\n\n\nAdditional Prizes\n\n\n\n\n1st Place: Free entry to the 2026 SPICE Cup (Nov 4-9\, 2026 in Bellevue\, WA).\n\n\n\n\nFair Play Regulations\n\n\n\n\nChess.com account\n\nAll players must have a chess.com account in good standing.\n\n\n\nAll players must display their full name in their profile during the duration of the tournament. (Pre- and post-tournament players are welcome to remove it.)\n\n\n\nIf an account is a second chance account\, players are required to disclose that to the Chief Tournament Director.\n\n\n\nPlayers whose account is closed for fair play violation during the event will be disqualified immediately\, and the result of any completed games will be adjusted per US chess rules.\n\n\n\nGames will be reviewed after the event for fair play. Players whose account is closed as a result of the review will be disqualified from the event\, and their results will be adjusted per US Chess rules.\n\n\n\n\n\nAll players\, for all games\, are required to join a video conference call for monitoring by tournament officials.\n\n\n\nGames will not start until both players are on the call and the tournament director has finished examining players.\n\n\n\nNo chat between players during the game.\n\n\n\nZoom meeting\n\nClick here for the link:\n\n\n\nID: coming soon\, Passcode: coming soon\n\n\n\n\n\nTwo-camera setup\n\nPlayers might be required to share their computer screen and have two cameras.\n\n\n\nOne camera must clearly show the player’s full face and immediate surroundings beyond the player. \n\n\n\nThe other camera should be placed behind the player diagonally at approximately a 30-degree angle with the player’s desk and monitors clearly visible.\n\n\n\nOne camera must have audio turned on\, the second camera does not need to have audio connected.\n\n\n\nPlayers may further be requested to submit to a Computer Inspection\, an Environment Inspection at any time in any match.\n\n\n\nHeadphones and blurred backgrounds are not allowed for this event.\n\n\n\n\n\nAll players must share their screen and record their own screenshare to their local computer\, and upload it to an online folder. A link will be provided closer to the event.\n\n\n\n\nInformation for State Affiliates\n\n\n\n\nPlease nominate players via the following Google Form: https://forms.gle/inFyRP9YKN8gS6JU6\n\n\n\nDeadline to nominate: Wednesday\, May 27\n\n\n\n\nContact Details\n\n\n\n\nTournament Organizer\n\nSusan Polgar Foundation\n\n\n\nEmail: polgarcommittee@gmail.com\n\n\n\n\n\nChief Tournament Director\n\nNTD\, IA Judit Sztaray\n\n\n\nCell: +1-919-265-7560\n\n\n\nEmail: judit.sztaray@gmail.com\n\n\n\n\n\nPlayers MeetingWednesday\, June 3rd at 8pm ET / 5pm PT\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnnouncements\n\n\n\nZoom link to join for the Event — please join around 9:30am PT / 12:30am ET.\n\n\n\n\n* Check the list of players per state and per rating order on this Google Sheet. (link coming as we get closer to the event.)\n\n\n\n* Games will be broadcasted here: https://www.chess.com/events/info/2026-susan-polgar-foundation-girls-invitational
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/susan-polgar-foundation-girls-invitational/
LOCATION:Rhode Island
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ORGANIZER;CN="Susan Polgar Foundation":MAILTO:judit.sztaray@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:OSCA Monthly - Providence Gambit Chess Club (Providence\, RI) -  3rd Wednesday Every Month
DESCRIPTION:Meets from 6:00 – 8:00 PM – One Wednesday each Month \n\n\n\nFree to Play – All chess players at all chess levels are welcome to attend! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLocationNew Harvest Café10 Sims AveProvidence\, RI 02909 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFor more Information: \n\n\n\nSee our Instagram Page:  @TheProvidenceGambitProvidence Chess Club President: Miguel YoungsText: (401) 633-5751Email: youngs.miguel@gmail.com \n\n\n\nUpcoming – Wednesday Chess Club Monthly Meetings:* Wednesday\, June 17\, 2026* Wednesday\, July 15\, 2026* Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAdditional Information:* Learn – Play – Connect. Beginners\, Intermediate\, & Advanced Players attend every month* Some chess sets provided. Bring a chess set and clock if you have one* Venue Serves Specialty Coffee\, Draft & Bottled Beer\, Mixed Cocktails* Located right next to Buttonwoods Brewery (New Location\, Providence)* See our Instagram Page: @TheProvidenceGambit \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nProvidence Gambit Club is supported by the Ocean State Chess AssociationRhode Island State Affiliate of the U.S. Chess Federation
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/providence-gambit-chess-club/
LOCATION:New Harvest Cafe’\, 10 Sims Ave\, Providence\, Rhode Island\, 02909\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T100000
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UID:21791-1781949600-1781969400@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:OSCA 4th Annual Historic Warren Armory Chess Tournament (Warren\, RI) - $500 + Trophies
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, JUNE 20\, 2026 \n\n\n\nADVANCE ENTRIES – CLICK HERERefresh Page Frequently \n\n\n\nLAST FEW YEARS EVENT had 80-100+ Players from 7 States !! – Everyone wants to “Come Play Chess in the Castle”See info from past year’s event: https://oceanstatechess.com/past-events/ \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Historic Warren Armory\, 11 Jefferson Street\, Warren\, RI 02885 \n\n\n\nThe Chess Tournament will be held in this historic 1842 Military Armory located in Warren\, RI \n\n\n\n* PLEASE REGISTER AT BOTTOM OF THIS WEB PAGE * \n\n\n\nFormat: 4SS\, G/30;+5 – 4 Rounds. Each player gets 30 minutes each\, with 5 second incrementRound 1 starts around 10:00 AM. Rounds run continuously\, 30-40 Min Break for Lunch after Rd. 2 \n\n\n\nSECTIONS & PRIZES $500 Guaranteed* OPEN Section = $250 – $100\, Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd Place\, Biggest Upset (Open Section)* U1600 Section = $100 – $50\, Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd Place\, Class Prize Top U1400 Trophy (U1600)* U1200 Section = Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place\, Top U1000\, Medals * U800 Section = Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd Place\, Top U600\, Medals \n\n\n\nENTRY FEESU1200\, U800 Sections: (Early-Bird) $30 until Sun. 6/14. REGULAR is $5 more ($35) Mon 6/15 – Fri. 6/19. OPEN / U1600 Sections: (Early-Bird) $35 until Sun. 6/14. REGULAR is $5 more ($40) Mon 6/15 – Fri. 6/19.SIBLING Discount EF: (Early-Bird) $25 Each (Save $5 each -$10) until Sun. 6/14. U1700\, U1200\, U800 Sections.* LATE Entry: Sat. June 20 (day of event) +$10 More. Prices $45 & $55. Discounts do not apply. Please register early.* FREE Entry for GM’s\, WGM’s\, IM’s\, WIM’s\, FM’s. Scholarships available for hardship\, email – frank@oceanstatechess.com \n\n\n\nDISCOUNTS – Registration includes FREE USCF Membership (Not USCF Renewals) Save $15-$20* 1st-TIME STUDENT DISCOUNT (Age 3-18) = $44 Registration Includes a FREE $24 USCF “Youth” Membership* 1st-TIME YOUNG ADULT DISCOUNT (Age 19-24) = $53 Registration\, Includes FREE $33 USCF “Young Adult” Membership* 1st-TIME ADULT DISCOUNT (Age 25-64) = $74 Registration\, Includes FREE $54 USCF “Adult” Membership* 1st-TIME SENIOR DISCOUNT (Age 65-99) = $68 Registration\, Includes FREE $48 USCF “Senior” Membership** All Discounted Memberships must be IN ADVANCE by 6/18. and NOT ON-SITE. (for 1st -Time USCF players\, Not Renewals) \n\n\n\nADDITIONAL TOURNAMENT INFORMATION* Parking on Main Street & side streets near Warren Armory* ADDITIONAL PARKING LOT\, BEHIND WARREN TOWN HALL (REAR)\, 514 MAIN STREET\, WARREN\, RI 02885* AIR-CONDITIONING will be provided in the Tournament Room at the Armory* Skittles Room Provided\, Coffee Shop on same street* Lunch break provided\, multiple restaurants very close in walking distance* Round 1 will start at 10:00 AM\, will run continuously\, Lunch break after Round 2 (around 12:15-12:30)* Scholastic U1200 / U800 Sections will Finish around 3:00 PM\, OPEN / U1600 Sections around 3:30-4:00 PM* Chess sets & clocks will be provided. Please bring a clock if you have one.* Byes must be requested in advance. Late entries paired if possible or get 1/2 point bye.* You may arrive at 11:00 for 2nd Round\, but request one 1/2 point bye for Round 1 (advance entry)* Players can always play “up” in a higher section. U800 is a Scholastic Section. U1200 Intermediate adults & Kids* Student Scholarships available\, Email organizer with hardship reason: frank@oceanstatechess.com* Day of Event & On-site Registration is $10-$15 extra. If possible\, please register in advance online. \n\n\n\n* REGISTER AT BOTTOM OF PAGE * \n\n\n\nSee News Article about the TournamentWarren Gazette East Bay News Article – written by Ethan Hartley\, posted Wednesday\, June 21\, 2023https://www.eastbayri.com/stories/largest-chess-tournament-in-east-bay-history-held-in-warren\,113627 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOcean State Chess Association is the Official R.I. State Affiliate of the United States Chess Federation
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/4th-historic-warren-armory/
LOCATION:Historic Warren Armory\, 11 Jefferson Street\, Warren\, Rhode Island\, 02885\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T150000
DTSTAMP:20260602T133612
CREATED:20250625T225656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T015014Z
UID:19159-1783764000-1783782000@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:2nd Annual Waters Free Chess Tournament (N. Attleborough\, MA) - FREE Event - Registration Open
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, JULY 11\, 2026 \n\n\n\nREGISTRATON IS OPEN \n\n\n\nREGISTER EARLY – WE ONLY HAVE SPACE FOR 90 PLAYERSOVER 100+ PLAYERS REGISTERED LAST YEAR  \n\n\n\nFREE EVENT – LUNCH INCLUDED \n\n\n\nBoth USCF Rated & Unrated “Fun” Sections for Kids and AdultsMust Pre-Register by July 8th. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocationWaters Church57 John L Dietsch SquareAttleboro Falls\, MA 02763 \n\n\n\n\nCost: FREE to participate! Lunch is included – Must Pre-Register for this event\n\n\n\n\nFormat: 4SS\, G/30;+5 – 4 Rounds\, 30 minutes each with 5 second increment \n\n\n\nSections* Advanced Open Section (USCF Rated – Membership Required)* Amateur U1400 Section (USCF Rated – Membership Required)* Novice Adult Section (Unrated – No USCF Membership Required)* Novice Kid Section (Unrated – No USCF Membership Required) \n\n\n\nPrizes* Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, and 3rd place in each section* Chess Medals for ties* Additional prizes like chess books\, gift cards\, free future tournament entries will be awarded! \n\n\n\nAdditional Information* Must Register in advance by July 7\, 2025* There will be no on-site entries the day of the event* Please arrive by 9:30-9:45 am to check-in* Lunch provided – sandwiches\, chips\, and water* Air-conditioned facility* Free parking is available onsite.* Play for fun in the Unrated sections\, or Rated Sections for more serious players * Chessboards and clocks are provided* Please check out the Waters Church website: https://waterschurch.org/* Chief Tournament Director Frank DelBonis attends Waters Church\,  please feel free to reach out to me if you have questions \n\n\n\nPlease Register in Advance by July 8 – No On-Site entry the day of the event \n\n\n\nREGSTER HERE: CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nScreenshot
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/waters-free-chess-tournament/
LOCATION:Waters Church\, 57 John L Dietsch Square\, North Attleborough\, Massachusetts\, 02763\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T190000
DTSTAMP:20260602T133612
CREATED:20260528T162854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T163343Z
UID:25995-1784653200-1784660400@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:OSCA: Challenge of the Chess Champions (Providence\, RI) - FREE Event
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, July 21\, 2026 @ 5:00- 7:00 PM \n\n\n\nPlay for Free against Top Rhode Island Chess State Champions for Free at Biltmore Park in Providence\, RI \n\n\n\nMore Information Coming Soon \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNote: Rain Date will be Tuesday\, July 28th @ 5:00-7:00 PM \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOcean State Chess Association is the Official R.I. State Affiliate of the United States Chess Federation
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/challenge-of-the-chess-champions/
LOCATION:Biltmore Park Kiosk\, 10 Kennedy Plaza\, Providence\, Rhode Island\, 02903\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260730T210000
DTSTAMP:20260602T133612
CREATED:20250128T041456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T032809Z
UID:15140-1785438000-1785445200@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:OSCA's Cranston Chess Club - SPECIAL BLITZ TOURNAMENT - 5th Week Event - Thurs. July 30 - $300 Prizes
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, July 30\, 2026 \n\n\n\nLocation: LEGION BOWL\, 661 Park Ave\, Cranston\, Rhode Island 02910 \n\n\n\nNote: This is a Special Week 5 Event (Every Second/Third Month) = Blitz Tournament 6SS – G/5;+3 Entry Fee: $20 cash\, Register On-site for this one-night Blitz Tournament Event. Please arrive by 6:50 PMBlitz Tournament Prizes: $300 b/20 players = 1st Place $150\, 2nd $100\, 3rd $50 \n\n\n\nSPECIAL BLITZ FORMAT* Week 5 = Blitz Tournament 6SS – G/5/+3 – Only for this Special Blitz Event  (6 Round Blitz\, Each player gets 5 minutes each with +3 second increment)* Blitz Rating will be used for this event; If no Blitz rating then regular rating will be used for pairing purposes only* Unrated Blitz players can also play with an active USCF membership* This event will NOT affect your Regular USCF Rating\, Only affect your BLITZ RATING ONLY* USCF Rated Games Start Promptly at 7:00 PM\, please arrive by 6:45-6:50 PM\, Blitz Finishes around 8:45 – 9:00 PM * Unrated players may join us and play fun side games anytime for Free* If 5 weeks in a month\, Week 5 = Blitz Tournament 6SS – G/5;+3 (Special Event\, Not Every Month)* Note: Our Regular Weekly Format: G/45;+10 = 1 USCF rated game per week. (4 games per month)\, $5 per week to play* The Regular G/45 tournament results from all 4 weeks submitted at end of the month as 4-Round Tournament \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJOIN US FOR OUR REGULAR THURSDAY NIGHTS 7:00 – 8:30 PMG/45;+10 – One Rated Game per week – $5 to play each week – 4 Week TournamentCash Prizes and Trophy to Winner of the Month\, Rated and Unrated Games each week \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nOcean State Chess Association is the Official R.I. State Affiliate of the United States Chess Federation \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nUpcoming Meeting Days for 2026:* Thursday\, May 7\, 14\, 21\, 28 (Not Blitz\, Regular G/45;d10)* Thursday\, June 4\, 11\, 18\, 28 (Not Blitz\, Regular G/45;d10)* Thursday\, July 2\, 9\, 16\, 23 (Not Blitz\, Regular G/45;d10)* Thursday\, July 30 (5th Week BLITZ)* Thursday\, October 29 (5th Week BLITZ)
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/cranston-chess-club-blitz/
LOCATION:Legion Bowl & Billiards\, 661 Park Ave\, Cranston\, Rhode Island\, 02910\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260801T153000
DTSTAMP:20260602T133612
CREATED:20260409T164337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T165059Z
UID:24849-1785578400-1785598200@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:OSCA 4th Annual Rogers Free Library Chess Tournament (Bristol\, RI)
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, AUGUST 1\, 2026 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTOURNAMENT DATE & LOCATION FINALIZED  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation:Rogers Free Library525 Hope StreetBristol\, RI 02809 \n\n\n\nEntry: FREE to Play in TournamentPlease Register Early\, Limited Space – 32 players. Registration Opens Soon \n\n\n\nFormat: 4SS\, G/30;d5 – 4 Rounds\, 30 minutes each\, 5 second delay \n\n\n\nSections & Prizes * Advanced Open Section (Adult & Kids) – USCF RATED (US Chess Membership Required)* Intermediate / Novice Section (Adults & Kids) – UNRATED (No Membership Required) \n\n\n\nPRIZES – Advanced Section1st Place – $75 Gift Certificate 2nd Place – $50 Gift Certificate3rd Place –  $ 25 Gift Certificate \n\n\n\nPRIZES – Intermediate / Novice1st Place Trophy 2nd Place Trophy3rd Place Trophy \n\n\n\nDate: Saturday\, August 1\, 2026Time: 10:00 AM – 3:30 PMLocation: Roger Library\, Upstairs Conference RoomAudience:  All Ages  Categories:  Clubs \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTournament Information* Both Adults & Kids are invited to play in the 3rd Annual RFL Chess Championship* ALL PLAYERS looking to participate MUST register (Recommended In Advance)* Tournament is Free\, please register early\, and contact us if you need to cancel so someone else can play* Limited Space\, only 32 people will compete for the trophies and grand prizes!* Tournament will start promptly at 10:00 am\, please check in by 9:45 am* Chess sets and clocks will be provided* Bring your best game and good luck* Event is sponsored by Roger Free Library with help from Ocean State Chess Association* Volunteer Chief TD: Frank DelBonis\, Associate National Tournament Director\, Ocean State Chess Association \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE: OPENS SOON
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/osca-4th-rogers-free-library-chess-tournament/
LOCATION:Rogers Free Library\, 525 Hope Street\, Bristol\, Rhode Island\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260803T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260809T235959
DTSTAMP:20260602T133612
CREATED:20250817T063534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T015038Z
UID:19785-1785715200-1786319999@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:2026 U.S. Open Championship (Grand Rapids\, MI)
DESCRIPTION:US OPEN CHESS CHAMPIONSHIP INFORMATION HERE: https://new.uschess.org/us-open-2026 \n\n\n\nFULL SCHEDULE CLICK HERE: https://new.uschess.org/us-open-2026/schedules \n\n\n\n2026 U.S. Open Championship\, August 3-9Playing Site: DeVos Place Convention Center303 Monroe Avenue NWGrand Rapids MI 49503Tournament hotels:Amway Grand PlazaCourtyard by Marriott Downtown Grand RapidsNote: both are attached to DeVos Place Convention Center \n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE:  https://www.kingregistration.com/event/2026USOpen \n\n\n\nHOTEL INFORMATION: CLICK HERE \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nU.S. Open Round Times\n\n\n\nThe US Open has one section\, in which anyone can enter. This event is NOT rated by FIDE. \n\n\n\n9 Round Swiss with 3 Schedules7-Day Schedule: 7pm 8/3\, 10am & 7pm 8/4\, 10am & 7pm 8/5\, 7pm 8/6\, 7pm 8/7\, 7pm 8/8\, 3pm 8/9.5-Day Schedule:   First 5 rounds 3pm & 7pm 8/5\, 10am\, 3pm & 7pm 8/6; round 6 at 10am 8/7. (Round 6 is played at the 7-day schedule time control. Then the 5-day schedule merges into the 7-day schedule for round 7 at 7pm on 8/1.)4-Day Schedule:   First 6 rounds 1pm\, 7pm\, & 10pm 8/6; 10am\, 1pm\, & 4pm 8/7. (Then it merges into the 7-day schedule for round 7 at 7pm on 8/7.) All schedules merge after Round 6 and compete for the same prizes. \n\n\n\nTime Control:7-Day Schedule: all rounds 40/100\, SD/30\, inc/30 (30-second increment from move one)5-Day Schedule: rounds 1-5 at G/90 d5   rounds 6-9 at 40/100\, SD/30\, inc/304-Day Schedule: rounds 1-6 at G/60 d5   rounds 7-9 at 40/100\, SD/30\, inc/30 \n\n\n\n___________________________________________________________________________   \n\n\n\nINVITATIONALS (GRADE K-12) & SENIOR CHAMPIONSHIPShttps://new.uschess.org/us-open-2026/invitationals-information \n\n\n\nHOTEL DISCOUNT LINK:  CLICK HERE \n\n\n\nNational invitational schedules: Irwin | Denker | Haring | Barber | Rockefeller | Ashley \n\n\n\nThe Arnold Denker Tournament of High School Champions is an annual event held in conjunction with the U.S. Open\, in which the 51 high school champions of each state affiliate and the District of Columbia compete to determine who will be crowned the Denker Champion of Champions. It was founded in 1985 by Grandmaster Arnold Denker (1914-2005). \n\n\n\nThe Dewain Barber Tournament of Middle School Champions was founded in 2011 by Dewain Barber to provide a competition comparable to the Denker tournament for middle school students. \n\n\n\nThe Ruth Haring National Girls’ Tournament of Champions is a tournament of Champions for girls from across the United States. It is held annually in the model of the Denker and Barber Tournaments. The tournament is named in memory of WIM Ruth Haring (1955-2018)\, former US Chess President. \n\n\n\nThe John D. Rockefeller III National Tournament of Elementary School State Champions was founded in 2020 to provide a competition comparable to the Denker tournament for elementary school students. This event is named in memory of John D. Rockefeller III (1906-1978)\, noted philanthropist. \n\n\n\nThe GM Maurice Ashley National Tournament of K-3 State Champions is an annual invitational event run by US Chess that will start determining the Ashley National Champion in 2026. The tournament is named after GM Maurice Ashley. \n\n\n\nThe John T. Irwin National Senior Tournament of Champions is a tournament of Champions for seniors from across the United States. This event was founded in 2018\, and is named in memory of John T. Irwin (1940-2019)\, poet\, literary critic\, and English professor. \n\n\n\nThe FM Sunil Weeramantry National Blitz Tournament of State Champions is a blitz tournament for State Champions from across the United States attending the other US Open invitationals. This event was founded in 2020\, and is named for Sunil Weeramantry\, chess master\, author\, coach\, organizer\, and scholastic official. \n\n\n\nParticipant lists\, schedules\, and other information can be found at the tournament websites above. \n\n\n\nTHIS TOURNAMENT IS BY INVITE ONLY – TOP PLAYERS FORM EACH STATE \n\n\n\n\n\nSEE NATIONAL USCF EVENTS HERE: https://new.uschess.org/national-events-calendar
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/2026-u-s-open-championship/
LOCATION:Rhode Island
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T160000
DTSTAMP:20260602T133612
CREATED:20260425T205200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260425T214328Z
UID:25009-1790416800-1790438400@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:4th Annual Tomorrow Fund Charity Chess Tournament (Smithfield\, RI)
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, SEPTEMBER 26\, 2026 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTOURNAMENT DATE & LOCATION FINALIZED  \n\n\n\n100% of proceeds collected from this tournament will go to the Tomorrow Fund which helps families of children who have cancer. Please consider donating even if you cannot attend \n\n\n\nAdvance Entries: CLICK HERE – REFRESH PAGE FREQUENTLY  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBryant University\, Academic Innovation Center (AIC Center) – Tournament Location\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTournament Location:Bryant University\, AIC Building1150 Douglas PikeSmithfield\, RI 02917 \n\n\n\n*** PLEASE REGISTER AT BOTTOM OF THE PAGE *** \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Tomorrow Fund provides daily financial and emotional support to children with cancer and their families. Kids treated in the Pediatric Oncology Program and The Tomorrow Fund Clinic at Hasbro Children’s Hospital in Providence\, Rhode Island support. These vital programs are made available to our patients and families from the time of diagnosis\, throughout treatment\, into recovery and beyond.Click on website for more info: https://www.tomorrowfund.org/ \n\n\n\nFormat: 4SS\, G/30; +5 – 4 Rounds. 30 minutes each\, 5 second incrementRound 1 starts around 10:00 AM. \n\n\n\nSECTIONS & PRIZES * OPEN = Special Championship Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place\, Medals* U1700 = Special Championship Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place\, Medals* U1200 = Special Championship Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place\, Medals* U800 = Special Championship Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd Place\, Medals* UNRATED (Fun Games) No USCF = Trophy for 1st\, Medals for 2nd & 3rd \n\n\n\nMORE PRIZES: RAFFLE FOR CHILD CANCER – PLEASE BRING CASH $$ TO PARTICIPATE* $50 Gift Cards* $30 Providence Bruins Tickets 2 sets (4)* $25 Restaurant Gift Certificates* More Prizes to come! \n\n\n\nENTRY FEE DONATION FOR REGISTRATION – REGISTER AT BOTTOM OF PAGEOpen & U1700 Sections = $35 in advance U1200 & U800 = $30 in advanceUnrated Section = $25 in advanceRated Sections must have USCF membership. USCF Not Required in Unrated SectionLate Entry the Day of the Event $5 more – You may get a 1/2 pt. Bye in Round 1 \n\n\n\nDISCOUNTS – Registration includes FREE USCF Membership (Not USCF Renewals) Only $20 More for Registration* 1st-TIME STUDENT DISCOUNT (Age 3-18) = $44 Registration Includes a FREE $24 USCF “Youth” Membership* 1st-TIME YOUNG ADULT DISCOUNT (Age 19-24) = $53 Registration\, Includes FREE $33 USCF “Young Adult” Membership* 1st-TIME ADULT DISCOUNT (Age 25-64) = $74 Registration\, Includes FREE $54 USCF “Adult” Membership* 1st-TIME SENIOR DISCOUNT (Age 65-99) = $68 Registration\, Includes FREE $48 USCF “Senior” Membership** All Discounted Memberships must be done IN ADVANCE by 9/24. and NOT ON-SITE. (1st -Time players\, No Renewals) \n\n\n\nThank you to our Trophy Sponsor:David DelBonis\, PresidentPRECISION HOME LENDING (401) 487-7379website: https://ddphl.com/ \n\n\n\nPrecision Home Lending\, Cranston\, RI – Our Annual Tomorrow Fund Trophies Sponsor\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nTournament Trophies & Medals for the event\n\n\n\n\n\nWinners from a previous event\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nThank you Bryant University for Hosting this Event\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLOCAL DAD HOSTS CHESS TOURNAMENT TO SAY THANK YOU FOR DAUGHTER’S CANCER TREATMENT (2024)SEE 2 MIN VIDEO & READ NEWS ARTICLE (BELOW)https://turnto10.com/news/coronavirus/show-us-something-good/local-dad-hosts-chess-tournament-to-say-thank-you-for-daughters-cancer-treatment-the-tomorrow-fund-mentor-march-21-2024 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOcean State Chess Association is the Official R.I. State Affiliate of the United States Chess Federation
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/4th-annual-tomorrow-fund-charity-chess-tournament/
LOCATION:Bryant University\, 1150 Douglas Pike\, Smithfield\, Rhode Island\, 02917\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T160000
DTSTAMP:20260602T133612
CREATED:20260425T220455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260425T222015Z
UID:25025-1792231200-1792252800@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:OSCA: 12th Max Malyuta Memorial Tournament - In Development
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, OCTOBER 17\,2026 \n\n\n\nIN DEVELOPMENT \n\n\n\n* ALL PROCEEDS FROM THIS TOURNAMENT WILL GO TOWARD HELPING SCHOOL CHESS CLUBS IN RHODE ISLAND \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFormat: 4SS\, G/30;+5 – 4 Rounds. 30 minutes each\, 5 second increment.Round 1 starts around 10:00 AM \n\n\n\nSECTIONS* OPEN = Special Championship Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* U1700 = Special Championship Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* U1200 = Special Championship Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* U800 = Special Championship Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd Place \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMax Malyuta\, Rhode Is Chess Club New England Jr. Team Championship 2002\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEntry Fees (Donation)U1200 & 800 Sections: $30 advanced entryOPEN & U1700 Sections: $35 advance entry \n\n\n\nLate Entry the DAY OF THE EVENT is $5 more \n\n\n\nRound Times & Information* Round 1 will start at 10:00 AM and run continuous* Lower sections finish around 3:00 -3:30 pm. Higher sections around 4:00-4:30 pm.* Players who arrive late after the start of Round 1 will receive a 1/2 pt. bye or may be paired with late arrivals.* Byes must be requested in advance before start of tournament.* On-site entries must register 20 minutes before (9:40 AM) Round 1 or risk 1/2 point bye* Please register in advance by 10/11/2026. Late or On-site entry or day of event is $5 more. \n\n\n\nDISCOUNTS – Registration includes FREE USCF Membership Only $20 More for Registration* 1st-TIME STUDENT DISCOUNT (Age 3-18) = $44 Registration Includes a FREE $24 USCF “Youth” Membership* 1st-TIME YOUNG ADULT DISCOUNT (Age 19-23) = $53 Registration\, Includes FREE $33 USCF “Young Adult” Membership* 1st-TIME ADULT DISCOUNT (Age 24-64) = $74 Registration\, Includes FREE $54 USCF “Adult” Membership* 1st-TIME SENIOR DISCOUNT (Age 65-99) = $68 Registration\, Includes FREE $48 USCF “Senior” Membership** All Discounted Memberships must be done IN ADVANCE by 10/15. and NOT ON-SITE. (1st -Time players\, No Renewals) \n\n\n\n*** REGISTRATION at BOTTOM of PAGE *** \n\n\n\n\n\nFamily friend with Max Malyuta\n\n\n\n\n\nTrophies from Last Year’s 2025 Tournament\n\n\n\n\n\nMax Malyuta (1981-2007) from Pawtucket\, RI was a chess coach and beloved chess player.when he passed away at age 25 from Meningitis. He was beloved by the R.I. Chess community. \n\n\n\nNews Articles about Max Malyuta (1981-2007) – click on links below \n\n\n\n“Team Copes with Coach’s Sudden Death” – East Bay Newshttps://chessdailynews.com/team-copes-with-coachs-sudden-death/ \n\n\n\n“New England Lost a Bright Young (Chess) Star” – Susan Polgarhttps://chessdailynews.com/new-england-lost-a-bright-young-star/ \n\n\n\n“He was a special soul” – Donna Perrotta \n\n\n\n“You will Never Be forgotten\, You will always be in our Hearts” – Frank DelBonis (Eulogy 2007) \n\n\n\nMax Cousin Pavel and Uncle Slav Malyuta\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOcean State Chess Association is the Official R.I. State Affiliate of the United States Chess Federation
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/12th-max-malyuta-memorial-tournament/
LOCATION:Rhode Island
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270327T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270327T170000
DTSTAMP:20260602T133612
CREATED:20260427T222225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T203308Z
UID:25047-1806138000-1806166800@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:2027 OFFICIAL RHODE ISLAND SCHOLASTIC STATE CHESS CHAMPIONSHIP (Warwick\, RI)
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, MARCH 27\, 2027 \n\n\n\nDATE & LOCATION are Both FINALIZED \n\n\n\n* OPEN TO OUT-OF-STATE PLAYERS \n\n\n\n* BIGGEST R.I. SCHOLASTIC CHESS TOURNAMENT OF THE YEAR!134 Players participated in 2026 in this Tournament  \n\n\n\n* $1\,200+ TROPHIES AWARDED TO BOTH INDIVIDUALS & TEAMS *(Players can register as an Individual with a Team or without a Team) \n\n\n\nADVANCE ENTRIES – Available after March 14\, 2027Refresh Page Frequently \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBeautiful Tournament Location – The Prestigious Crowne Plaza Hotel\, Warwick\, RI\n\n\n\nLocation: Crowne Plaza Warwick\, 801 Greenwich Ave\, Warwick\, RI 02886(10 Min. from Providence\, Near T.F Greene Airport) \n\n\n\n2027 Scholastic Individual Grade K-12 Championship Qualifier and School Team Championship \n\n\n\nFORMAT & ROUND TIMES: 4SS\, G/40;d5 – 4 Rounds (Games)\, each player gets 40 minutes each w/ 5 second delayRound 1: Starts Promptly at 9:00 AM. Late Registrations the Day of Event may receive 1/2 Pt. Bye Round 1* Please Arrive by 8:30 – 8:50 AM to Check-In. \n\n\n\n* REGISTER AT BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE* Players can register as an Individual with a Team and/or without a team \n\n\n\nSECTIONS = ALL 3 SECTIONS ARE USCF RATED* High School Section – Grades 9-12. Trophies to Top 3 Players\, Medals\, 1st Place RI Champion\, & Top 3 Teams* Middle School Section – Grades 6-8. Trophies to Top 3 Players\, Medals\, 1st Place RI Champion\, & Top 3 Teams* Elementary School Section – Grades K-5. Trophies to Top 3 Players\, Medals\, 1st Place RI Champion\, & Top 3 Teams \n\n\n\nRHODE ISLAND NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP REPRESENTATIVESTop Rhode Island winners from each section are eligible to participate in the R.I. Closed Invitational Scholastic Championship Tournament in April\, 2027\, which will determine the Top 3 Player representatives from Rhode Island for U.S. Chess Federation National Denker (High School)\, Barber (Middle School) & Rockefeller (Elementary) to participate at the U.S. Chess National Tournament of State Champions in Grand Rapids\, MI in August\, 2026. Links below – more information. \n\n\n\nU.S. Chess Federation Denker Gr. 9-12 Tournament of High School State Champions: https://new.uschess.org/denkerU.S. Chess Federation Barber Gr. 6-8 Tournament of Middle School State Champions: https://new.uschess.org/barberU.S. Chess Federation Rockefeller Gr. K-5 Tournament of Elementary State Champions: https://new.uschess.org/rockefeller(NEW) U.S. Chess Federation 2nd Annual GM Maurice Ashely Gr. K-3 Tournament Elementary State Champions: https://new.uschess.org/ashley \n\n\n\nENTRY FEES* Early-Bird (Discount) – Individual Registration (3 weeks in advance): is $49 per player by Sat. 3/6. * Early-Bird (Discount) – Team Registration – 4 Entries = $184 ($46 each x 4 players) by Sat. 3/12* Regular Registration: $55 from Mon. 3/7 – Wed. 3/24. * Late Registration: $65 – Thurs. 3/25 & Fri. 3/36 (2 days before and the day before). * Very Late Registration – $80 On-Site or Day of Event Registration on Sat. 3/27 * Note: Bigger Parent Room will be provided this year. Fits 200 people. Parents\, coaches\, & spectators have free entry \n\n\n\nDISCOUNT TEAM ENTRY FEE: Schools with 4 OR MORE PLAYERS or SIBLINGS are Eligible for a -$6 Discount“ENTRY FEE DISCOUNT.” Note: Top 4 Team Player scores will counted for each “Team Score” – For example\, If a team has 6-8 players\, the top 4 scores will be counted. Team with 8+ players or more should consider registering 2 Teams (A-Team & B-Team). Players will not paired against each other unless they are competing for 1st Place champion in round 3 or 4. \n\n\n\nDISCOUNT – SIBLINGS: Siblings receive -$6 discount on each entry. $49 if registered by Sun. 3/6 \n\n\n\nDISCOUNT 1st-TIME USCF RATED TOURNAMENT ENTRY (SAVE $15 – $20 PER ENTRY)1st-Time Rated USCF Event. OSCA Discount: Registration $49/55 + $24 USCF membership = $73-$79\, get both for $59)$24 USCF Membership Included with $35 Registration = $59 – Must sign-up by Monday 3/22(Note this is for 1st-Time USCF Tournament players\, does not include USCF renewals; Membership good for 1 year)* Additional Scholarships available to R.I. students with financial hardship* Contact Frank DelBonis with hardship reason. Text (401) 212-1335. Email: frank@oceanstatechess.com \n\n\n\n\nADDITIONAL INFO\n\n\n\n* Time Control for ALL 4 Rounds: G/40;d5; Accelerated Pairings will be used Rds. 1-2\n\n\n\n* $1\,200 in Individual & Team Trophies & Medals will be awarded for this Tournament\n\n\n\n* This is Both a Scholastic MULTI-STATE Individual Championship & Team Championship.* OPEN TO OUT-OF-STATE STUDENTS FROM RI\, MA\, CT\, NH\, VT\, NY & EVERY STATE. Last Year 120+ Players\n\n\n\n* Top Out-of-State Winner is eligible for separate 1st Place trophy\, Top R.I. 1st Place Champions must be from R.I.\n\n\n\n* Tournament will Start ON-TIME at 9:00 AM – Late Entries after 8:40 may receive 1/2 pt. bye\n\n\n\n* You can still register and play as an individual with no team\n\n\n\n* Team Competition: Each school’s team score is calculated by adding points from the top 4 players on that team. Must have minimum of 3 players for a team. Maximum limit is 7 per team. Teams with 8-10+ players or more should consider registering as two teams\, each with 4-5 players on each team as “A” & “B” Teams to avoid pairing issues. Accelerated pairings may be used only in rounds 1 & 2.\n\n\n\n* Team Players must be from the same school. Students must play in grade section. List your school on entry form.\n\n\n\n* Spectators & parents do NOT have to buy a registration ticket\, parents are free\n\n\n\n* Chess Sets and Clocks provided. However\, please bring a chess set for skittles / parent room to practice\n\n\n\n* Bigger Parent Room (Double size) will be provided this year.\n\n\n\n* Chess Sets & Clocks on sale at the Tournament (Optional)\n\n\n\n* U.S. Chess Certified Associate National Tournament Director\, Frank DelBonis & Certified TD Assistants\n\n\n\n* Questions: Text Organizer (401) 212-1335\, or Email organizer: frank@oceanstatechess.com (Text is preferred)\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCrown Plaza Rotunda – Main Tournament Room\n\n\n\n\n\nHigh School Section 2026 Event\n\n\n\n\n\n2026 Championship Team Trophies \n\n\n\n\n\n132 Players attended last year\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOcean State Chess Association is the Official R.I. State Affiliate of the United States Chess Federation
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/2027-scholastic-state-chess-championship/
LOCATION:Crowne Plaza\, Warwick\, 801 Greenwich Ave\, Warwick\, Rhode Island\, 02886\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270515T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270515T170000
DTSTAMP:20260602T133612
CREATED:20260512T045538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T212220Z
UID:25661-1810373400-1810400400@oceanstatechess.com
SUMMARY:OSCA 5th Annual Lou Giarrusso Memorial Championship - $1\,500 Prizes
DESCRIPTION:IN DEVELOPMENT – DATE & LOCATION TBD \n\n\n\nSATURDAY\, MAY 15\, 2027 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nOverall Prizes:$1\,500 Guaranteed Cash Prizes\,Plus $500 in Trophies30 Enhanced Grand Prix PointsFree Pizza for Lunch \n\n\n\n* Open to Out-of-State Players – Both Adult & Scholastic Sections \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n* Round 1 – ALL SECTIONS – Starts at 9:30 AM – Finish by 5:00 PM \n\n\n\nTime Controls:Open & U1700 Sections = G/45;+5 = Each player gets 45 min. with +5 sec. incrementU1200 & U800 Sections = G/30;+5 = Each player gets 30 min. with +5 sec. increment \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLOU GIARRUSSO (May 11\, 1923 – Sept. 9\, 2024) a local RI WWII Veteran and chess player\, passed away in 2024We started this tournament in 2023 & 2024 to celebrate his 100th & 101st birthdays. We continue the tradition to honor his legacy. \n\n\n\nFormat\, Sections\,& Prizes: $1\,500 b/50 Guaranteed. Plus Championship TrophiesOPEN SECTION: 4SS\, G/40;+5 – OPEN = $500 – $300– $200\, Trophies 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd Place* Class Prize Top U2000 – 1st Place TrophyU1700 SECTION: 4SS\, G/40;+5 – U1700 = $250 – $150 – $100\, Trophies 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd Place* Class Prize Top U1400 – 1st Place TrophyU1200 SECTION: 4SS\, G/30;+5 – U1200 = Trophies 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd PlaceU800 SECTION: 4SS\, G/30;+5 – U800 = Trophies 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd Place \n\n\n\nEntry Fee Registrations* Free Entry to GM’s & IM’s\, FM’s\, WGM’s\, WIM’s* OPEN & U1700 Sections: Early-Bird $45 by 5/7; Regular $55 from 5/8 – 5/14. Late Entry = $65 on Sat. 5/15* U1200 & U800 Sections: Early-Bird $35 by 5/7; Regular $40 from 5/8– 5/14. Late Entry = $50 on Sat. 5/15* Student Scholarship’s available\, Email organizer with hardship reason: frank@oceanstatechess.com \n\n\n\nDISCOUNTS – Free USCF Membership included w/ Registration – Entry ONLY $20 (Not USCF Renewals)* 1st-TIME “STUDENT” DISCOUNT (Age 3-18) $44 = Entry to Tournament + Free USCF Membership (worth $24) Included* 1st-TIME “YOUNG ADULT” DISCOUNT (Age 19-24) $53 = Entry to Tournament + Free USCF Membership (worth $33) Included* 1st-TIME “ADULT” DISCOUNT (Age 25-64) $74 = Entry to Tournament + Free USCF Membership (worth $54) Included* 1st-TIME “SENIOR” DISCOUNT (Age 65-99) $68 = Entry to Tournament + Free USCF Membership (worth $48) Included \n\n\n\nRound Times – All Sections8:45-9:20: AM – Check-in / Announcements / PairingsRound 1: 9:30 am* Kids Sections Finish around 3:00 pm. Higher sections finish around 4:30 PM. \n\n\n\nAdditional Information* Plenty of Parking Available. * Tournament will run continuous with a lunch break* Chess Sets & Chess Clocks will be provided. Please bring your own set to analyze or play for fun.* Late Entries will receive 1/2 pt. bye or be paired if possible* Student players under age 12 must be accompanied by a parent \n\n\n\n* REGISTRATION AT BOTTOM OF PAGE * \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nLou Giarrusso WWII Veteran\n\n\n\n\n\nHappy 100+ Birthday Lou Giarrusso\n\n\n\n\n\nLou Giarrusso 2024\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAges 5-100+ at 2023 Tournament\n\n\n\n\n\nTrophies from 2026 our Event\n\n\n\n\n\nA lifetime of Achievement
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/5th-lou-giarrusso-memorial-championship/
LOCATION:Rhode Island
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ocean State Chess Association":MAILTO:frank@oceanstatechess.com
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