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SUMMARY:2026 U.S. Chess National Elementary K-6 Championship (Baltimore\, MD) - May 1-3
DESCRIPTION:MAY 1-3\, 2026 \n\n\n\n2026 U.S.C.F. National Elementary School K-6 Championships. Link below includes: Registration\, Rules\, Hotel\, Side Events\, Pre-Entry List:https://new.uschess.org/nes-championships-2026 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPlaying Site: Baltimore Convention Center1 West Pratt StreetBaltimore\, MD 21201Tournament hotels:Hilton BaltimoreSheraton Innter Harbor HotelHyatt Regency Baltimore Inner HarborNote: all are attached to Baltimore Convention Center \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSEE USCF National Tournament Schedule https://new.uschess.org/national-events-calendar
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/2026-national-elementary-k-6-championship/
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SUMMARY:OSCA: Woonsocket Chess Club (Woonsocket\, RI) - Monthly
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, May 22\, 2026 @ 6:00 – 8:00 PM \n\n\n\n* FREE Casual Chess Games & Friday Night Dinner (Dinner Available 5:00-7:00 pm)CHECK THIS WEBSITE FOR DATES TO SEE WHICH FRIDAY OF MONTH TO MEETLocated in Woonsocket\, RI (20 Min. from Providence) Near Mass Border close to Blackstone\, Bellingham\, Worcester\, MA \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n Location: Woonsocket Elks Lodge #850\, 380 Social St\, Woonsocket\, RI 02895   \n\n\n\n\n* FREE Casual Chess Games & Friday Night Dinner (food available for purchase)\n\n\n\n* Meets once per Month (week may vary\, please check schedule)\n\n\n\n* Show up at anytime to play chess\, watch games\, or have dinner with chess friends\n\n\n\n* Woonsocket only 20 minutes from Providence\, and 30 minutes from Worcester\, MA\n\n\n\n* Plenty of Parking. Entrance is located in back of building. Buzz door when you arrive\n\n\n\n* New members are always welcome. Stay as short or long as you like. Spectators can come to watch\n\n\n\n* “Friday Fish Fry Night” and Non-Seafood items + Weekly Specials. Food is outstanding & inexpensiveDinner & Food available from 5:00 – 7:00 pm (See menu below) Food is Outstanding!!!\n\n\n\n* Participants are encouraged to buy food and/or drinks to support Elks Lodge\n\n\n\n* Full bar\, beer\, wine\, soda\, drinks available. Must be 21 to drink alcohol\n\n\n\n* Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian\n\n\n\n* Sponsored & Organized by the Ocean State Chess Association (OSCA)\n\n\n\n* For more information contact (text preferred) – Frank DelBonis (401) 212-1335\, email: frank@oceanstatechess.com\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nUPCOMING FUTURE MEETINGS * Friday\, May 22\, 2026  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWoonsocket\, RI – Located on the Massachusetts Border\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nELKS LODGE FRIDAY FOOD MENU\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWoonsocket Chess Club is organized & 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/woonsocket-chess-club/
LOCATION:Elks RI Lodge 850\, 380 Social Street\, Woonsocket\, Rhode Island\, 02895\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T093000
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SUMMARY:OSCA 4th Annual Lou Giarrusso Memorial Cup Championship (Providence\, RI) - $1\,500+ Prizes\, FREE PIZZA
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, MAY 9\, 2026 \n\n\n\nGM JIANCHAO ZHOU + GM ALEXANDER IVANOV (REGISTERED)IM’s\, FM’s\, & NM’s Registered Too \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nADVANCE ENTRIES – CLICK HERERefresh Webpage Frequently \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\nLocation: La Salle Academy – 612 Academy Ave\, Providence\, RI 02908 \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/40;+5 = Each player gets 40 min. with +5 sec. increment U1200 & U800 Sections = G/30;+5 = Each player gets 30 min. with +5 sec. increment \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 extended to 5/3; Regular $55 from 5/4 – 5/8. Late Entry = $65 on Sat. 5/9* U1200 & U800 Sections: Early-Bird $35 extended to 5/3; Regular $40 from 5/4– 5/8. Late Entry = $50 on Sat. 5/9* 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\n \n\n\n\nTournament Location: Shea Science Center entrance (Rear) La Salle Academy\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAdditional Information* Plenty of Parking Available. Go to rear entrances to La Salle Academy. * Tournament Entrance: Go to REAR Parking Lot\, to Shea Science Center (Photo Above)* Free Pizza & Drinks for lunch\, players can bring their own lunch if needed. * Tournament will run continuous with a short 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\nLou Giarrusso 1943 – WWII Veteran\n\n\n\nLou Giarrusso 2024\n\n\n\nHappy 100th Birthday Lou\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA lifetime of Achievement
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/4th-lou-giarrusso-memorial-cup-championship/
LOCATION:La Salle Academy\, 612 Academy Ave\, Providence\, Rhode Island\, 02908
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SUMMARY:2026 U.S. Chess National Middle School K-8 Championship (Round Rock\, TX)
DESCRIPTION:MAY 15-17\, 2026 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n2026 U.S. Chess National Middle School Grade K-8 ChampionshipsLink below includes: Registration\, Rules\, Hotel\, Side Events\, Pre-Entry List:https://new.uschess.org/nms-championships-2026 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n2026 National Middle School (K-8) Championship\, May 15-17Kalahari Resorts & Conventions3001 Kalahari BoulevardRound Rock\, TX 78665HR: $199 single-quad \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSEE NATIONAL USCF EVENTS HERE: https://new.uschess.org/national-events-calendar
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/2026-national-middle-school-k-8-championship/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T090000
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SUMMARY:IARI Event: Scholastic Chess Tournament (Warwick\, RI)
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 16\, 2026 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWho Can Play: Scholastic Rated Chess Tournament for students ages 7-17 years Old \n\n\n\nWhen: Starts 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM \n\n\n\nWhere: Hindu Temple\, 40 Astral Street\, Warwick\, RI 02888 \n\n\n\nCost: $25 Registration \n\n\n\nRounds / Time Control: 4SS\, G/25;d5 \n\n\n\nSections* Open Expert Level (USCF ID needed)* UNDER 1200 (USCF ID needed)* UNDER 600 (USCF ID needed)* Beginner Level (No USCF ID needed) \n\n\n\nMembership Requirement: USCF Rated Sections\, players must have a US Chess MembershipUnrated Section does not require USCF MembershipYou can purchase a new membership or renew US Chess Federation Membership at Bottom of Page \n\n\n\nSponsored by: India Association of Rhode Island (IARI) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nInstructions1. Round 1 will start at 9 AM.2. Arrival time is 8.30 AM.3. Trophies will be awarded to top 3 players in each section.4.  Time Control: 4SS\, G/25 d/5.   5.  Registration is first come basis.6. In Case of any Conflict during the game\, final decision will be taken by the judges.7. Sections may be combined or split at the discretion of the tournament director. This is a 4-round tournament\, but a small section may have to play 3. Full-point byes may apply in sections with an odd number of players\, and ½ point byes are available in any round pending early notification to the tournament director. Please bring a chess clock if you own one.Questions: For any further questions or queries you can send email to: events@indiari.org \n\n\n\nRegistration Link: https://forms.gle/F9JZQkcRLnfnzPk59 \n\n\n\nNote: This is NOT an Ocean State Chess Association (OSCA) Tournament Event
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/iari-scholastic-chess-tournament/
LOCATION:Warwick Hindu Temple\, 40 Astral Street\, Warwick\, Rhode Island\, 02888\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260523T000000
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SUMMARY:94th Massachusetts Open Championship (Marlborough\, MA) - $7\,500 Prizes
DESCRIPTION:Massachusetts State Championship \n\n\n\n\n\nBest Western Royal Plaza Hotel\, Marlborough\, MA\n\n\n\nOrganizer: The Massachusetts Chess Association  Visit Organizer Website Event Location: Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel\, 181 Boston Post Rd. West\, Marlborough\, MA 01752   Hotel Info: Event rate: $225/night\, reserve by 4/21. Use this reservation linkHotel direct number: (508) 460-0700.Event Date:Saturday\, May 23\, 2026Sunday\, May 24\, 2026Monday\, May 25\, 2026Time Control: 6SS\, 40/120\, SD/30\, d10 (2-day schedule\, G/40\, d10 in rounds 1-3)Rounds Time Schedule 2 & 3 Day Options: 3-day: Sat. 10:30 & 5\, Sun. 10:30 & 5\, Mon. 10 & 4. 2-day: Sun. 10:30\, 1\, 3 & 5\, Mon. 10 & 4. No 2-day Championship section schedule.Byes: Byes in rounds 1-5 in Championship section\, 1-6 in others\, limit 2\, rounds 4-6 must commit before round 3.Prize Info: $7\,500 guaranteed. Inquiry: info@masschess.org    Bob Messenger 603-891-2484. May 23-25 Call 603-557-1732.Registration InformationEntry Fee: $90 for 3-day\, $89 for 2-day if mailed by 5/18 or online by 5/20\, $110 online by 5/21 or at site. $30 discount to players in U1200 section. GMs and IMs free.Registration – Onsite: 3-day Schedule: Sat. 5/23\, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. 2-day Schedule (U2100 to U1200 only): Sun. 5/24\, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.Registration – Mail: Payable: MACA. Mail entry to: Bob Messenger\, 4 Hamlett Dr. Apt. 12\, Nashua NH 03062Membership Requirement: USCF membership required. MACA membership required for Mass. residents.Sections InformationTournament Sections & Prizes: Championship $1\,000-500\, top U2300 $500.Under 2100 $800-400\, top U1900 $400.Under 1800 $800-400\, top U1600 $400.Under 1500 $700-350\, top U1300 $350.Under 1200 $400-250\, top U1000 $250.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe John Curdo Memorial Trophy – New for the 94th Massachusetts OpenOriginally named after after 8-time Western MA/CT Valley Champion and candidate master Eli Bourdon\, the Mass Chess state champion trophy was officially renamed the John Curdo Memorial Trophy in 2026\, in honor of 17-time Massachusetts State Champion John A. Curdo. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJOHN CURDO – VIDEO – CLICK LINK BELOW (1.5 min) https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/9qsija9apcccwngln4duh/FINAL-John-Curdo-Trophy-Hype-Video.mp4?rlkey=qsw3ov6zwgoiqwo05hp1o1sfr&e=1&st=h2op4i7q&dl=0 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE FOR TOURNAMENT:  http://www.masschess.org/events/Event_Details.aspx?Event_ID=9754
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/massachusetts-open/
LOCATION:Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel\, 181 Boston Post Rd. West\, Marlborough\, Massachusetts\, 01752\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T235959
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SUMMARY:Lichess Charity Online Tournament - "Chess for a Cause"  (Online Tournament) - Donate & Play
DESCRIPTION:SATURDAY\, MAY 23\, 2026 – Tournament is over\, but You Can Still Donate! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nJoin us in the Fight Against Bile Duct Cancer: “Chess for a Cause“ \n\n\n\nTime of Event: Saturday\, May 23rd at 12:00 – 2:00 pm Prizes: $40 – 1st place prize\, $30 – 2nd place\, $20 – 3rd place  \n\n\n\nTime Control: G/3+1 (Each player gets 3 minutes\, with 1 second increment) \n\n\n\nJoin us in honoring Richard Kenneth Brown and supporting the fight against bile duct cancer. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Richard was a husband\, father\, and veteran who lived to serve—through his church\, the Knights of Columbus\, the Air Force\, and his engineering career. Our holiday chess matches\, which motivated me to pursue tournament chess\, are among my favorite memories of him. Your support helps fund research and provides vital resources for families affected by this disease.Play. Donate. Share. Every move matters.” – Mark Neale (Son-In Law) – President\, East Providence Chess Club (EPCC) \n\n\n\n LINK FOR DONATIONS: https://give.cholangiocarcinoma.org/Run4Rich* Any donation is appreciated for the tournament entry fee* Anyone can donate to this cause even if they aren’t playing in the event \n\n\n\nLINK FOR THE TOURNAMENT: https://lichess.org/tournament/1t1IWS1S
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/lichess-charity-online-tournament/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T100000
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SUMMARY:OSCA 17th Annual Paul Taylor Memorial Classic Tournament - FREE PIZZA (Providence\, RI) - $500 Prizes
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, May 30\, 2026 \n\n\n\nADVANCE ENTRIES – CLICK HERERefresh Page Frequently \n\n\n\nChess Tournament at Providence’s Premier High School \n\n\n\nClassical High School\, Providence RI\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLocation: Classical High School\, 770 Westminster St\, Providence\, RI 02903(Entrance to Tournament in rear of building\, near tennis courts\, see signs) \n\n\n\nFormat: 4SS\, G/30; +5  – 4 Rounds. Each player gets 30 minutes with a 5 second incrementRound 1 starts @ 10:00 AM. Rounds will continue continuously afterward (short break for lunch) \n\n\n\nSECTIONS & PRIZES $500 Guaranteed & Trophies* OPEN = $250 – $100\, plus Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* U1700 = $100 – $50\, plus Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place* 1st Place Biggest Upset Trophy (Open/U1700 Sections)* U1200 = Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place\, Medals* U800 = Trophies for 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd place\, Medals \n\n\n\nPOPULAR EVENT – Last few year’s events had 80-100+ playersENTRY FEE: Includes FREE PIZZA* OPEN / U1700 SECTIONS: Early-Bird) $35 extended until Mon. 5/25. Regular Entry $40 from 5/26 – 5/29 * U1200 / U800 SECTIONS:(Early-Bird) $30 extended until Mon. 5/25. Regular Entry $35 from 5/26 – 5/29* LATE Entry Fee: +$10 More on Sat. 5/30 – Day of the Event. Discounts do not apply* SIBLINGS DISCOUNT (2 ENTRIES) = $25 & $30 EACH\, Must Register by 5/24* STUDENTS from Providence Public School District have FREE Entry\, Must register by Thursday 5/28\, Please text (401) 212-1335 or email: frank@oceanstatechess.com \n\n\n\nDISCOUNTS – FREE USCF Membership included with Registration (1st USCF Rated Tournament / Not USCF Renewals)* 1st-TIME STUDENT DISCOUNT (Age 3-18) = $39 INCLUDES FREE $24 USCF “YOUTH” MEMBERSHIP* 1st-TIME YOUNG ADULT DISCOUNT (Age 19-24) = $53 INCLUDES FREE $33 USCF “YOUNG ADULT” MEMBERSHIP* 1st-TIME ADULT DISCOUNT (Age 25-64) = $74 INCLUDES FREE $54 USCF “ADULT” MEMBERSHIP* 1st-TIME SENIOR DISCOUNT (Age 65-99) = $68 INCLUDES FREE $48 USCF “ADULT” MEMBERSHIP \n\n\n\n\nADDITIONAL TOURNAMENT INFORMATION\n\n\n\n* FREE PIZZA & DRINKS served during the event. Please Pre-Register.\n\n\n\n* Entry Fee: Advance Entry is $30-$35 if you already have a USCF Membership.\n\n\n\n* Save $ with Early Registration. Pre-registration check-in from 9:20 – 9:45 AM.\n\n\n\n* LATE Entry Fee is $10-15 more – Saturday 5/30 (Day of Event)\n\n\n\n* Scholarships available\, please email with hardship reason: frank@oceanstatechess.com\n\n\n\n* Players can always play “up” in a higher section. Late entries 1/2 pt. bye\, or be paired with late entries\n\n\n\n* Smaller sections may be combined if needed\, but all section prizes will still be awarded\n\n\n\n* Providence Public School District students =  FREE Entry. Must Register in Advance  Please Email: frank@oceanstatechess.com\n\n\n\n* Students who show up to register the day of the event will not receive free entry\n\n\n\n* Byes must be requested in advance. Tournament will run continuously except for the break for pizza.\n\n\n\n* Entrance to Tournament on Left Side & Rear of the building (Cahir Street\, Near Tennis Courts) Look for signs.\n\n\n\n* Chess sets & clocks will be provided.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPAUL E. TAYLOR (1924-2011) – Paul E. Taylor\, 87\, of Warwick\, served in the United States Army during World War II. He was an avid chess player and fisherman and in his retirement organized several chess clubs for both youth and seniors and was himself a Class A rated (1856) tournament player. He ran multiple scholastic youth chess tournaments\, donating the trophies and his time. The R.I. High School League Championship Trophy is named the “TAYLOR TROPHY” in honor of his work in scholastic chess and years organizing the R.I. Scholastic Chess League. \n\n\n\nPlease Pre-register for Tournament (below) before 05/30/2025 at bottom of this page \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nEntrance – take a left before you approach these stairs\, See Signs\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nClassical High School\, Providence RIENTRANCE TO TOURNAMENT located in LEFT SIDE & REAR of BUILDING (Cahir Street\, Near Tennis Courts)
URL:https://oceanstatechess.com/event/17th-paul-taylor-memorial-classic/
LOCATION:Classical High School\, 770 Westminster Street\, Providence\, Rhode Island\, 02903\, United States
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