GM Alexandra Kosteniuk Appearance in Detroit Today

GM Alexandra Kosteniuk
R3, 2010 Women's World Chess Championship

I'm sorry I missed the notices about this earlier - it's already past 7:00 p.m. today so GM Kosteniuk will  probably be on her way back home.  But what a thrill for local chess fans in Detroit --

Thinkers Chess Challenge Final
The event will feature an appearance by Chess Queen Alexandra Kosteniuk, the 2008 Women's World Chess Champion.  The event will take place 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at the UAW-Ford Building, 151 W. Jefferson (Detroit, Michigan, USA).

Kindergartners through 12th-graders, from beginner to advanced levels, can register to compete. Advance registration is $15 online atwww.weplaychess.webs.com or $20 at the door. For information on the Detroit City Chess Club, go to www.detroitcitychessclub.com .