Chess Lecture & Simul with Michael Rohde

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Event Details

• Event: Chess Lecture & Simul with Michael Rohde
• Date: Saturday, August 15, 2026
• Time: 11:00
• Location: Chess & Checkers House Chess & Checkers House (mid-Park at 64th Street) Saturday, August 15 Start: 11:00 am Join Grandmaster Michael Rohde for a 30-minute lecture, followed by a simul. Register to Attend Michael Rohde is a former junior chess champion, having been rated as a master at 13. He gained the International Master title in 1976, followed by that of Grandmaster in 1988. At one point, he was ranked as high as 59th in the world. In recent years, Rohde has played in many tournaments in NYC’s Marshall Chess Club. He won the Marshall Chess Club Championship in 1990 and 1994, and tied for first in 2012. This event is free and open to players ages 6 and up. Register in advance to secure your spot. Registration opens one month prior to each scheduled program date. Participation is limited to 30 players. A limited number of walk-up spaces will be available on a first-come-first-served basis. Prior chess experience is required to participate. Beginners are welcome to watch., Central Park
• Official site: https://www.centralparknyc.org/activities/events/chess-lecture-simul-with-michael-rohde