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Chess has an undeniable mystique. You've seen it in the movies: Xavier vs. Magneto; Holmes vs. Moriarty; Frank vs. HAL. No dice, no random deal of cards, just mortal enemies locked in a war of wits.

Presented in partnership with the Chess Institute of Canada, this two-hour workshop is an introduction to the basics of the ancient game of chess. Journey through the Indian and Middle Eastern origins ...

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