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GM Browne

10 time National Open Champion GM Walter Browne lectures on games from recent events. These free lectures will be at 8 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday.

IM Zatonskih
GM Polgar U.S. Women's Champion IM Anna Zatonskih also offers two free lectures during the tournament for those who finish their games early. IM Zatonskih will also give a simultaneous exhibition on Thursday. Lectures are scheduled for Friday evening at 8 p.m. and Saturday at 4 p.m.

GM Susan Polgar will give a lecture Friday as part of the Susan Polgar World Open for Girls and Boys. It is primarily for players and their coaches and families, but others are welcome as space permits.

Rulebook Tactics.
NTD Tim Just Learn the rulebook secrets for making the rules work for you while avoiding typical "chess lawyer" tricks. NTD Tim Just, author of the current USCF Rulebook, will lead the discussions. This Sunday afternoon lecture is for all players, not just for tournament directors.

Players and tournament directors wanting more in-depth training than the free lectures can provide are encouraged to sign up for our Thursday Chess Camp.