HEADS UP

 Just a little heads up on future opening hours for the Thomson Chess Club

Attendance has been trying each week, averaging less than 6 players, sometimes only 1 or 2 signed up.

The CC is reviewing the situation and is considering opening the Club every FIRST and LAST Thursdays of the month. This is in fairness to the volunteers who devote their time in opening the Club and waiting for players to show up. If attendances improve over time say 3 months or more, we can reconsider increasing the frequency.

So with the new opening hours, registration is no longer necessary. We will continue to note the number of players showing up each session. 

Thanks for your attention.


John Wong

Organiser

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