You say you already know the basics of chess and you are looking for partners to challenge? Chess II is for you. A continuation of Chess I with more emphasis on tactics, tricks and traps. We will brush up on algebraic chess notation, using a chess clock, and playing against computer bots. Each class will include some instruction while allowing plenty of time to play chess against other class members. Tom Mack is a retired elementary school teacher who ran a weekly, after-school chess club for 20 years, including taking students to weekend VA Scholastic Chess League tournaments. He now spends his days with his wife, Lesley, creating, maintaining, and giving tours of their three-acre botanical garden outside Luray. Google ‘Birdsong Pleasure Garden’ and schedule a tour. Tom also spends time reading, playing chess, leading an English Country Dance group, and walking their rescue dog, Moon.