In honor of Veterans Day, please consider volunteering your time to make a chess board for veterans and their families. Given chess' origins as an analogue of war, it does have particular appeal to members of the armed forces. Join us in making 50+ chess boards for veterans and veteran organizations throughout the Chicagoland area. Why Chess? There have been numerous international studies on the benefits of chess. These include, but are not limited to: - 50% less likely to develop dementia. - Utilizes both sides of brain. - Helps your brain to grow. - Chess players usually have better grades in school. It can be played by almost everyone to include: - Any socio-economic group. - Disabilities. - From a child to the elderly. - Any gender. Veterans participating can take their chess board home upon completion!
Type
Service Project
What To Wear
Comfortable clothing. TMC gear if you have it!
What to Bring
A smile and a friend (but make sure the friend signs up!)
Inclement Weather
N/A - indoors. In the event of an early snowstorm, please watch for emails and posts on our FB page for updates
Event Contact
When and where
Date
November 16, 2019
Time
02:00 PM - 05:00 PM (CST)
Location
Hope Manor II
6002 S. Halsted
Chicago, IL 60621
Parking Information
Street Parking
