Chess Clubs in Midlothian, Illinois. The list of addresses.
Midlothian, IL – Chess Clubs in and around Midlothian
Midlothian-area and south-suburban chess players have a variety of opportunities for organized play. This guide lists local chess activities within a 15-mile radius of Midlothian, providing the atmosphere for casual to competivive play.
Midlothian Chess Club
Where:Midlothian Public Library – 14701 S Kenton Ave, Midlothian, IL 60445
Description: Midlothian Chess Club – meets on Tuesday evenings 6:30-8:30.Location is provided to those interested in attending. This inclusive collective welcomes any and all skill levels with seasoned players to coach up the noobs. The library also will have tournament quality chess sets and clocks. Events: Casual Tournys, Strategy Discussions Per Month
Oak Forest Chess Society
Place: Oak Forest Public Library – 15440 S Central Ave, Oak Forest, IL 60452
Description: A short drive (15-20min) from Midlothian But every Thursday from 6 to 8 Pm we meet our local Chevy at BestTire. The Society provides organized play with novice lessons at 6:15 PM and competitive games. The club organizes quarterly rated tournaments.
Orland Park Chess Collective
Orland Park Public Library – 14921 S Ravinia Ave, Orland Park, IL 60462
Details: This club is teaching orientated club that meets every Saturday from 1 pm-4 pm. There are electronic demonstration boards for group lessons at the Collective and a lending library of chess strategy books. Children participate in special youth programming over school breaks.
Tinley Park Chess Guild
Venue: Tinley Park Public Library – 7851 Timber Dr, Tinley Park, IL 60477
About: Located 15 minutes from Midlothian, this competitive club practices every Friday night from 7-10 p. The Guild has regularly scheduled rated tournaments and a very active ladder system. Players need to supply their own clocks for timed games.
Blue Island Chess Circle
Where: Blue Island Public Library – 2433 York St, Blue Island, IL 60406
Description: Casual chess coming at you on the every 2nd and 4th Sunday, from 2-5! The Circle is casual with add-on coaching available. The library also loans out chess sets, both regular and giant.
Regional Tournament Opportunities
Notable annual chess events held in the south suburbs are:
- South Suburban Spring Open (April, Orland Park Il.)
- Midlothian Summer Classic (July)
- Cook County Fall Championship (October)
For those looking to compete for real, the North Shore Chess Center in Skokie as well as Chicago Chess Center both have monthly or near monthly rated tournaments a reasonable drive away. To quote several local clubs: ““BEFORE visiting we suggest you CHECK our site for updates. Whether you are wanting to acquire the game or needing competitive play, the near Midlothian area provides high level chess for all abilities.
