On the morning of January 14th, 2023, Progress With Chess and the East Cleveland Public Library staff set up 40 boards and clocks in preparation for the first ever Eastside Chess Tournament.  The tournament was USCF Rated, had free admission, and gave out a total of $1,000 in prizes thanks to a number of sponsors organized by the East Side Chess Club.  New and old friends had the opportunity to connect and reconnect over the board, and over a free lunch.  We thank the ECPL for helping us host this event, and look forward to working with them to organize more tournaments in the future!  The East Side Chess Club meets every Tuesday and Thursday from 4-6 PM at the East Cleveland Public Library.