Chess Clubs in Auburn, Maine. The list of addresses.

Chess Clubs Auburn, ME & Local Area

Organized play and instruction for chess players in Auburn, Maine, and surrounding communities abound. From relaxed library gatherings to more serious club competition, these groups cater to players of any age and ability level. You will find an organized list of chess clubs in and around Auburn below.

Auburn Chess Club

Place: Auburn Public Library – 49 Spring St, Auburn, ME 04210

Comments: The Auburn Chess Club meets every week at the Auburn Public Library, on behalf of new and serious chess players alike. The club offers free play with boards and clocks, occasional instruction for beginners, and seasonal tournaments. All-ages, all-skill levels are welcome to join this chess group that meets weekly.

Lewiston (Located 3 miles from Auburn) Chess Club

Where: Lewiston Public Library, 200 Lisbon St., Lewiston, ME 04240

Description: On the other side of the Androscoggin River, in Lewiston… there is another fine club for local players. The club focuses on playing for fun, in addition to skill building through workshops. A Library provides a quiet environment that is conducive to focused game play, and more experienced players are generally available to teach newbies the game.

Poland Community Chess Group (12 miles from Auburn)

Where: Poland Community Church – 1970 Maine St, Poland, ME 04274

Description: This casual get together, for some Chess 2x month in a casual friendly setting. It’s a great group, very family and junior friendly with plenty of boards to be played at once. Although competition takes place, the emphasis is still on fun and learning the basics of the game.

Turner Chess Circle (15 miles from Auburn)

Where: Turner Public Library, 98 Matthews Way, Turner, ME 04282

Description: The Turner Chess Circle gathers monthly at the town library providing an easy-going setting for rural fans of chess. The collective arranges themed game nights (think openings, endgames or classic games) in addition to usual play. All equipment is available and novices are taught by more experienced members.

Bates College Chess Club (4 miles from Auburn)

Where Bates College Commons – 2 Andrews Rd, Lewiston, ME 04240

Description: Bates chess group meets once weekly at that time and frequently during tournaments is open for other serious local players. The club’s atmosphere is casual with a competitive edge, and members are able to use chess literature and computer software for analysis.

Oxford Hills Chess Collective (20-miles from Auburn)

Location: Norway Memorial Library – 258 Main St, Norway, ME 04268

Description: Group meets in northern Oxford County twice a month for long sessions of chess. The group highlights that playing chess is a social activity, with timed or untimed games. Special events include family chess nights and simultaneous exhibitions by local masters.

Other Chess opportunities in the area

Other occasional chess venues are:

• Mechanic Falls Recreation Department (10 miles): Youth chess programs and leagues offered in the spring, summer, fall and winter.
• Edward Little High School (Auburn): Scholastic chess team practice (contact school for more information)
• Central Maine Chess Facebook Group: Organizes occasional meetups throughout Androscoggin County

Final Considerations

If you ever go to any Auburn-area chess club, we recommend that you:

1. Check advance for meeting times as they may adjust according to seasons
2. Ask about any membership rules or dues
3. Be sure they have equipment (although most include basic packages)
4. Please review the age policy for junior players attending with an adult attendee.

There is a more active chess life than one would expect in the A-L area for its size with opportunities for totally casual to mildly competitive play. These clubs are a great way for chess players to improve their game at the same time as enjoying the company of other players in central Maine.