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01/03/2026

How to crush the Scholar’s Mate - Part 1
The Scholar’s Mate is a classic early checkmate attempt where White aims to deliver mate on f7 in just four moves. Knowing how to defend properly is key!
1.e4 e5 2.Bc4 Nc6 3.Qh5 g6 4.Qf3 Nf6 5.g4? Nd4! 6.Qd1
d5 7.exd5 Bxg4 8.f3 Ne4!! 9.fxg4? Qh4+ 10.Kf1 Qf2 #
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16/02/2026

2nd chess workshop of the year at Cultural Conversations Nelson!
Mon, 23 Feb from 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm.

Designed for beginners and intermediate players of all ages, the Checkmate, Mate Workshops are a fun and engaging way to dive into chess.

Suggested donation: $5–$20

RSVP: http://bit.ly/4an2NOo

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