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Chess board.

Chess Tournament

2025-07-05 13:00:00 2025-07-05 16:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Chess Tournament Ages 13 and older can compete for prizes in a friendly atmosphere. Forks Branch Library -

Saturday, July 05
1:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-05 13:00:00 2025-07-05 16:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Chess Tournament Ages 13 and older can compete for prizes in a friendly atmosphere. Forks Branch Library -

Ages 13 and older can compete for prizes in a friendly atmosphere.

Participate in NOLS First Annual Summer Casual Unrated Rapid Tournament!

This event is designed for chess enthusiasts of all skill levels—whether you are a seasoned chess master or a beginner. Participate in exciting rounds, enhance your skills, and enjoy the challenge of outsmarting your opponents. Prizes will be awarded to the top players, and everyone will have the chance to improve their chess game and connect with other players.

The library will provide chess boards, but you can also bring your own.

10+5 Time Control

Scott Jackson from the Quileute Tribal School Chess Club will be assisting with the event.

Summer Reading Program
This event is part of the Summer Reading Program, generously supported by local Friends of the Library groups.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Games, Puzzles & Play |

Forks Branch Library
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Phone: 360-374-6402
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We're open 10:00AM to 6:00PM

Mon, Jun 23 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jun 24 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jun 25 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Jun 26 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Jun 27 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Jun 28 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 29 Closed
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About the Branch

In the heart of downtown Forks, the Forks Branch Library features comfortable seating areas, public computers, a community meeting room, and express check-out station.

Upcoming Events

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Thu, Jun 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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Thu, Jun 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
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Thu, Jun 26, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
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Thu, Jun 26, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
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Emergency Prep - Clallam County Sheriff Emergency Management Division
Mon, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Tue, Jul 08, 8:00am - 11:00am
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Pajama Movie Night – Grades 7-12
Tue, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
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Discovery Club: To Catch a Story - with Rachel Michelle Wilson
Wed, Jul 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
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