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Hunting Park: Chess Instructor Inspires Kids To Reach Their Full Potential

March 6, 2017 Dalton Balthaser 1

Young children played and screamed happily at the Lenfest Center on N. 10th St in Hunting Park as Gil Motley arrived for his chess club. His infectious smile and personality captivated the space as he [continue reading…]

Walnut Hill

Walnut Hill: Chess Club Shows Youth the Right Moves

February 28, 2012 1

https://vimeo.com/37444568] Before the chess club could begin its weekly session, Nani Manion had a few brief instructions for the dozen kids gathered in the overstuffed room.Cell phones were to be kept outside; jackets belonged on [continue reading…]

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