5 hours ago

Join me for an in-person Ladies Night Chess Class

Meet other ladies that play chess in an supportive environment!

All skill levels are welcome, even complete beginners!

Ladies Night Chess Flyer

Details:

  • **Where:** Hacker Dojo: 855 Maude Ave, Mountain View, California
  • **When:** Friday, 2/21/2025 at 7pm
  • **Cost:** FREE

Other things: Snacks, drinks, and 3D-printed chess sets will be provided.

Since chess is a male-dominated game, this is the perfect opportunity to meet other ladies, in person, that like to play chess.

For more info, click here: Hacker Dojo: Ladies Night Chess Class

Share this with others who might be interested in coming!


On another note, Did you know I recently crocheted one of the world's longest scarfs? My black and white beauty weighs 75 pounds and stretches over 500 feet! My dream is to find a public space, like a museum or airport, to display it and inspire others (both in chess and crochet!). I am also willing to sell the scarf too. If a non profit organization helps me sell the scarf, I will DONATE 2% of the proceeds to the non profit. Can you help me? Here's a video to learn more (**note, the video is a little outdated**): Crocheting one of the World's Longest Scarfs















5 hours ago

Play in my FREE Feb. 2025 online blitz chess tournament

First place winner gets a $10 Amazon gift card
February 2025 Monthly Online Blitz Tournament

Join me for a thrilling online blitz tournament on **Saturday, February 22, at 9:59 AM PST (12:59 PM Eastern Time)**.

**Details:**

  • Free to enter
  • Open to players rated 100-2199 on chess.com who have played a minimum of ten games
  • 7 rounds with a blitz time control of 3 minutes + 2 seconds increment
  • Winner takes home a $10 USD Amazon gift card
  • This is NOT a USCF rated event

**How to Participate:**

  1. Join my chess club: Chess by Lauren
  2. Register for the tournament: Tournament Link

**Additional Information:**

  • Sign up for my email list for updates and a FREE beginner's chess eBook: Subscribe here
  • Cheating is strictly prohibited.
  • If you plan to cheat, then don't play in my tournament! If you still plan to cheat anyway in my tournament, then Chess.com will DETECT all cheaters. CHEATING IS NOT WORTH THE RISK!
  • Please share this chess tournament opportunity with others who might be interested in playing! Thanks in advance! For easy scheduling, my monthly blitz tournaments are always the last Saturday of every month at 1pm Eastern time.

About Me:

Did you know I recently crocheted one of the world's longest scarfs? My black and white beauty weighs 75 pounds and stretches over 500 feet! My dream is to find a public space, like a museum or airport, to display it and inspire others (both in chess and crochet!).

Think you can help? Contact me!

See you on the virtual chessboard!

Lauren Goodkind




















2 weeks ago

Play in my FREE January 2025 online blitz chess tournament

First place winner gets a $10 Amazon gift card
January 2025 Monthly Online Blitz Tournament

Join me for a thrilling online blitz tournament on **Saturday, January 25th at 9:59 AM PST (12:59 PM Eastern Time)**.

**Details:**

  • Free to enter
  • Open to players rated 100-2199 on chess.com who have played a minimum of ten games
  • 7 rounds with a blitz time control of 3 minutes + 2 seconds increment
  • Winner takes home a $10 USD Amazon gift card
  • This is NOT a USCF rated event

**How to Participate:**

  1. Join my chess club: Chess by Lauren
  2. Register for the tournament: Tournament Link

**Additional Information:**

  • Sign up for my email list for updates and a FREE beginner's chess eBook: Subscribe here
  • Cheating is strictly prohibited.
  • If you plan to cheat, then don't play in my tournament! If you still plan to cheat anyway in my tournament, then Chess.com will DETECT all cheaters. CHEATING IS NOT WORTH THE RISK!
  • Please share this chess tournament opportunity with others who might be interested in playing! Thanks in advance! For easy scheduling, my monthly blitz tournaments are always the last Saturday of every month at 1pm Eastern time.

About Me:

Did you know I recently crocheted one of the world's longest scarfs? My black and white beauty weighs 75 pounds and stretches over 500 feet! My dream is to find a public space, like a museum or airport, to display it and inspire others (both in chess and crochet!).

Think you can help? Contact me!

See you on the virtual chessboard!

Lauren Goodkind




















1 month ago

Play in my December 2024 USCF rapid online U1200 tournament

$40 in prize money!
  USCF Online Chess Tournament - December 21st!

Calling all Chess Enthusiasts!

Are you ready to test your skills and potentially boost your USCF rating? Join me for a fun and competitive online chess tournament this December 21!

Tournament Details:

  • Date: Saturday, December 21
  • Time: 1:00 PM Eastern Time (10:00 AM Pacific Time)
  • Format: Swiss System (Everyone plays 5 rounds, no eliminations!)
  • Time Control: G/10 + 2 (affects US Chess online quick rating)
  • Sections: Open to unrated players and players with a USCF rating below 1200
  • Pairing: Based on Chess.com rapid rating
  • Entry Fee: $15

Prizes:

  • 1st Place: $20
  • 2nd Place: $15
  • 3rd Place: $5

Highlights:

  • This tournament will be submitted to US Chess for official rating (after fair play screening).
  • This is a monthly event, held on the third Saturday of every month at 1:00 PM Eastern Time.
  • The platform is Chess.com. Fair play is strictly enforced.

Join the US Chess Federation (USCF):

A USCF membership is required to participate. Sign up here: US Chess Federation Membership. Foreigners are welcome!

I can offer a discount on your USCF membership! Email me for details.

Learn more about my USCF profile and the official United States chess tournament listing: My USCF Profile & Official Tournament Listing

Chess.com Account:

Only players with active, good-standing Chess.com accounts can participate.

Got Questions? Join My Q&A!

Join a live Q&A session on Zoom on Friday, December 20th at 9:30 PM Eastern Time for any questions about the tournament.

Don't miss out! Sign up today using the link below and get ready for an exciting chess tournament! Click HERE to Sign Up Now!

See you on the virtual chessboard!



















1 month ago

Play in my FREE December 2024 online blitz tournament

This is not a USCF event
December 2024 Monthly online Blitz Tournament

Join me for a thrilling online blitz tournament on **Saturday, December 28th at 9:59 AM PST (12:59 PM Eastern Time)**.

**Details:**

  • Free to enter
  • Open to players rated 100-2199 on chess.com who have played a minimum of ten games
  • 7 rounds with a blitz time control of 3 minutes + 2 seconds increment
  • Winner takes home a $20 USD Amazon gift card
  • This is NOT a USCF rated event

**How to Participate:**

  1. Join my chess club: Chess by Lauren
  2. Register for the tournament: Tournament Link

**Additional Information:**

  • Sign up for my email list for updates and a FREE beginner's chess eBook: Subscribe here
  • Cheating is strictly prohibited.
  • If you plan to cheat, then don't play in my tournament! If you still plan to cheat anyway in my tournament, then Chess.com will DETECT all cheaters. CHEATING IS NOT WORTH THE RISK!
  • Please share this chess tournament opportunity with others who might be interested in playing! Thanks in advance! For easy scheduling, my monthly blitz tournaments are always the last Saturday of every month at 1pm Eastern time.

About Me:

Did you know I recently crocheted one of the world's longest scarfs? My black and white beauty weighs 75 pounds and stretches over 500 feet! My dream is to find a public space, like a museum or airport, to display it and inspire others (both in chess and crochet!).

Think you can help? Contact me!

See you on the virtual chessboard!

Lauren Goodkind




















2 months ago

Play in my November 2024 USCF rapid online U1200 tournament

$40 in prize money!
  USCF Online Chess Tournament - November 16th!

Calling all Chess Enthusiasts!

Are you ready to test your skills and potentially boost your USCF rating? Join me for a fun and competitive online chess tournament this November!

Tournament Details:

  • Date: Saturday, November 16
  • Time: 1:00 PM Eastern Time (10:00 AM Pacific Time)
  • Format: Swiss System (Everyone plays 5 rounds, no eliminations!)
  • Time Control: G/10 + 2 (affects US Chess online quick rating)
  • Sections: Open to unrated players and players with a USCF rating below 1200
  • Pairing: Based on Chess.com rapid rating
  • Entry Fee: $15

Prizes:

  • 1st Place: $20
  • 2nd Place: $15
  • 3rd Place: $5

Highlights:

  • This tournament will be submitted to US Chess for official rating (after fair play screening).
  • This is a monthly event, held on the third Saturday of every month at 1:00 PM Eastern Time.
  • The platform is Chess.com. Fair play is strictly enforced.

Join the US Chess Federation (USCF):

A USCF membership is required to participate. Sign up here: US Chess Federation Membership. Foreigners are welcome!

I can offer a discount on your USCF membership! Email me for details.

Learn more about my USCF profile and the official United States chess tournament listing: My USCF Profile & Official Tournament Listing

Chess.com Account:

Only players with active, good-standing Chess.com accounts can participate.

Got Questions? Join My Q&A!

Join a live Q&A session on Zoom on Friday, November 15th at 9:30 PM Eastern Time for any questions about the tournament.

Don't miss out! Sign up today using the link below and get ready for an exciting chess tournament! Click HERE to Sign Up Now!

See you on the virtual chessboard!



















3 months ago

Play in my FREE November 2024 online blitz chess tournament

This is a not a USCF rated event
November 2024 Monthly online Blitz Tournament

Join me for a thrilling online blitz tournament on **Saturday, November 30th at 9:59 AM PST (12:59 PM Eastern Time)**.

**Details:**

  • Free to enter
  • Open to players rated 100-2199 on chess.com who have played a minimum of ten games
  • 7 rounds with a blitz time control of 3 minutes + 2 seconds increment
  • Winner takes home a $10 USD Amazon gift card

**How to Participate:**

  1. Join my chess club: Chess by Lauren
  2. Register for the tournament: Tournament Link

**Additional Information:**

  • Sign up for my email list for updates and a FREE beginner's chess eBook: Subscribe here
  • Cheating is strictly prohibited.
  • If you plan to cheat, then don't play in my tournament! If you still plan to cheat anyway in my tournament, then Chess.com will DETECT all cheaters. CHEATING IS NOT WORTH THE RISK!
  • Please share this chess tournament opportunity with others who might be interested in playing! Thanks in advance!

About Me:

Did you know I recently crocheted one of the world's longest scarfs? My black and white beauty weighs 75 pounds and stretches over 500 feet! My dream is to find a public space, like a museum or airport, to display it and inspire others (both in chess and crochet!).

Think you can help? Contact me!

See you on the virtual chessboard!

Lauren Goodkind




















3 months ago

No USCF online monthly tournament this month!

Instead, check out my 501 foot chess scarf
Giant Chess Scarf at Maker Faire Bay Area!


My Giant Chess Scarf Makes Debut at Maker Faire Bay Area!

Attention chess lovers! There's a change to the usual schedule this month. Instead of our USCF rapid monthly online tournament, get ready to be amazed!

I'll be showcasing a truly massive creation at Maker Faire Bay Area 2024: a **501-foot-long chess scarf!**

Mark your calendars!

  • The faire will be on October 18th-20th
  • The faire is in Vallejo, CA, which is in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Come See the Giant Chess Scarf!

If you're anywhere near Vallejo, don't miss this incredible opportunity. This massive chessboard scarf is sure to be a highlight of the Faire. But that's not all! Explore the countless other amazing exhibits showcasing innovation and creativity.

Meet the Maker in Person!

This is your chance to **meet me in person** and discuss chess, the scarf, and all things creative! Let's chat about your love for the game and how this giant scarf might inspire new players. It took me about 4.5 years to crochet the entire scarf. The scarf weighs about 75 pounds. How long is 501 feet? It's longer than a football field!

Online Tournaments Resume Soon!

Don't worry, the popular USCF online tournaments haven't gone anywhere! They pick back up **next month** on the **third Saturday of November**. Mark your calendars for **Saturday, November 16th at 1:00 PM Eastern Time**.

See You There!

Whether you're at Maker Faire or joining the online tournament next month, I look forward to connecting with you all!

Maker Faire Bay Area Info:

Find out more about the Faire and plan your visit here: https://makerfaire.com/maker/entry/75905/

See you soon!


4 months ago

Play in my FREE Sept. 2024 online blitz chess tournament

This is a not a USCF rated event
Monthly Blitz Tournament

Join me for a thrilling online blitz tournament on **Saturday, September 28th at 10:00 AM PST (1:00 PM Eastern Time)**.

**Details:**

  • Free to enter
  • Open to players rated 100-2199 on chess.com
  • 7 rounds with a blitz time control of 3 minutes + 2 seconds increment
  • Winner takes home a $10 USD Amazon gift card

**How to Participate:**

  1. Join my chess club: Chess by Lauren
  2. Register for the tournament: Tournament Link

**Additional Information:**

  • Sign up for my email list for updates and a FREE beginner's chess eBook: Subscribe here
  • Cheating is strictly prohibited.
  • If you plan to cheat, then don't play in my tournament! If you still plan to cheat anyway in my tournament, then Chess.com will catch you and close your chess.com account. You won't get the free prize money too!
  • Please share this chess tournament opportunity with others who might be interested in playing! Thanks in advance!

About Me:

Did you know I recently crocheted one of the world's longest scarfs? My black and white beauty weighs 75 pounds and stretches over 500 feet! My dream is to find a public space, like a museum or airport, to display it and inspire others (both in chess and crochet!).

Think you can help? Contact me!

See you on the virtual chessboard!

Lauren Goodkind




















5 months ago

Play in my Sept. 2024 U1200 USCF online chess tournament

$40 in prize money!
  Online Chess Tournament - September 21st!

Calling all Chess Enthusiasts!

Are you ready to test your skills and potentially boost your USCF rating? Join me for a fun and competitive online chess tournament this September!

Tournament Details:

  • Date: Saturday, September 21st
  • Time: 1:00 PM Eastern Time (10:00 AM Pacific Time)
  • Format: Swiss System (Everyone plays 5 rounds, no eliminations!)
  • Time Control: G/10 + 2 (affects US Chess online quick rating)
  • Sections: Open to unrated players and players with a USCF rating below 1200
  • Pairing: Based on Chess.com rapid rating
  • Entry Fee: $15

Prizes:

  • 1st Place: $20
  • 2nd Place: $15
  • 3rd Place: $5

Highlights:

  • This tournament will be submitted to US Chess for official rating (after fair play screening).
  • This is a monthly event, held on the third Saturday of every month at 1:00 PM Eastern Time.
  • The platform is Chess.com. Fair play is strictly enforced.

Join the US Chess Federation (USCF):

A USCF membership is required to participate. Sign up here: US Chess Federation Membership. Foreigners are welcome!

I can offer a discount on your USCF membership! Email me for details.

Learn more about my USCF profile and the official United States chess tournament listing: My USCF Profile & Official Tournament Listing

Chess.com Account:

Only players with active, good-standing Chess.com accounts can participate.

Got Questions? Join My Q&A!

Join a live Q&A session on Zoom on Friday, September 20th at 9:30 PM Eastern Time for any questions about the tournament.

Don't miss out! Sign up today using the link below and get ready for an exciting chess tournament! Click HERE to Sign Up Now!

See you on the virtual chessboard!