ST. LOUIS – Two people are being inducted into the World Chess Hall of Fame in St. Louis on Tuesday, but neither one is a professional chess player.
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The female chess champ suing ‘The Queen’s Gambit’ for being ‘grossly sexist and belittling’
Nona Gaprindashvili is suing ‘The Queen’s Gambit’ for completely belittling her achievements in the chess world.
Former Soviet chess master sues Netflix over ‘sexist’ line in ‘Queen’s Gambit’
Nona Gaprindashvili sued the streaming giant for $5 million over a line in the popular fictional series that claimed she “never faced men.”
5 Things To Do In The CWE This Weekend: September 9-12
From a fun-filled Scavenger Hunt throughout the neighborhood, to brand-new exhibitions on McPherson — here are five things to do this weekend in the Central West End!
2021 U.S. and U.S. Women’s Chess Championships Fields Announced
9/23/2021 – The Saint Louis chess club and its sponsor Rex Sinquefield have done a lot for chess in the U.S. and the world, and they continue to organise top tournaments. Beginning on the 5th of October, the club will host the U.S. chess championship tournaments 2021, for women and men.
5 Things To Do In The CWE This Weekend: August 19-22
From the neighborhood’s not-to-miss sale of the year, to a family-friendly Art Stroll along McPherson — here are five things to do this weekend in the Central West End!
Missouri officials dedicate Bicentennial Bridge
Supporters and officials gathered on the Capitol grounds for the dedication of the bridge, commemorating the project with speeches, unveilings, and a musical performance.
Statewide efforts culminate in bicentennial events
Missouri’s Bicentennial Commission is upholding its mission in Jefferson City with a series of events and exhibits celebrating Missouri’s 200 years of statehood.
The commission, co-chaired by former state Sen. Ronald Richard and Mayor Carrie Tergin, was created in 2018 through an executive order signed by Gov. Mike Parson.
Statewide efforts culminate in bicentennial events
Contribute to a statewide time capsule, enjoy free ice cream with the governor and tour historic buildings Monday and Tuesday.
Aug. 6-10 bicentennial schedule
Events are free to the public and do not require pre-registration unless noted.
Those attending Columbia events, regardless of vaccination status, are required to wear masks in indoor spaces where social distancing is not possible.
