08.29.09 Most chess clubs meet in the evening. However, on a recent trip to Portland, we strolled into a chess club that meets on Sunday mornings from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at The Works Bakery and Cafe. It was delightful to sip a hot morning beverage and play a few offhand games in the well-lit, spacious surroundings.

For more information on The Works Bakery and Cafe Chess Club, including address and contact info, please click here and scroll down to "Portland".

Fresh brewed coffee and tea as well as breakfast, lunch and bakery goods are available.

Portland Chess Club President and Maine Chess Association Secretary, Lee Doucette (right) plays an early morning game with Gheorghe Thodorescu.

Chess talk abounds: Maine Chess Asssociation Vice President Jon Malev shares a book with Bill Burtt.

Come down to The Works Bakery and Cafe Sunday mornings from 9:00 to 1:00 for some great coffee and great chess.

See you there!