Dubuque Chess Club

Dubuque Chess Club This page is for the chess community in Dubuque, Iowa. We meet Mondays at 1458 Locust 6pm-9pm

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day! Hope to see everyone at chess tonight 6pm-9pm. Message me for any questions.

08/08/2026

To close out the week, Black's king looks perfectly safe behind a full set of pawns, tucked into its corner with nothing obviously wrong. But that shelter isn't as solid as it looks, and White has a way through it that ends the game outright. Can you find White's winning attack?

Check solution
https://play.chessclub.com/daily-puzzle/2026-08-02

08/02/2026

♟️ Puzzle of the Day ♟️
Can you find the strongest move for White?

This position is a perfect test of calculation, tactical awareness, and precise move ordering. Before making your move, evaluate forcing variations—checks, captures, and threats—and look for the move that leaves Black with no satisfactory defense.

As every strong player knows: the first move is important, but the correct sequence wins the game.

💬 Write your best move in the comments using chess notation (e.g., 1. Rf1+). No engines—trust your calculation!

07/26/2026

Welcome back for another week of hand-picked puzzles to challenge your tactical vision. The position looks sharp: pieces flying everywhere. But somewhere in the chaos, Black has a clean two-move combination that decides the game instantly. Can you spot it?

Check solution
https://play.chessclub.com/daily-puzzle/2026-07-20

07/15/2026

Chess in the Park on Monday, July 20! This Monday evening at 6:00, instead of our usual meeting location downtown, we'll be having an outdoor chess party. At Murphy Park, 1700 S Grandview in Dubuque. Like always, drop in anytime between 6 and 9. Bring your friends!

07/12/2026

Puzzle of the Day 🧩
Interactive board: chesspuzzle.net/puzzle/350005

07/04/2026

White develops the bishop, apparently improving the position. But Black has a thunderbolt ready: a move that creates an immediate and devastating threat. White can try to defend, but the follow-up leaves no way out. Can you find the winning combination?

Check solution
https://play.chessclub.com/daily-puzzle/2026-07-04

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