Summer Go in Ft. Myers

By Kent1956

Well it's been slow this summer. With about 4-6 showing up to play Go on Sundays at Barnes and Nobles. All but one Sunday we did play Go. Not bad with summer schedules taking everyone around the globe, well at least two families made it to Alaska, even if not at the same time..

The library programs at Cape Coral, Tuesday nights has seen a surge of players showing up for chess with some of them playing Go as well.

The Thursday night program at the N. Ft. Myers library has a faithful core group that shows up week after week and are advancing through the double digit kyus getting ready for the first fall tournament.

New School Clubs Starting
A couple of our new players are looking forward to starting Go clubs in their schools this year. We might be able to start a school competition schedule this year.

September Go Tournament
We are planning a Fall Go Tournament in September, to kickoff the school year. We are presently trying to secure a site that will work well for everyone. If you have a suggestion please write me at kent1956_Go@yahoo.com.

If you have a large room, that will accomadate about 30 players with tables, and would like to host the tournament let me know.

Sponsors needed!
If you would like to help by sponsoring the tournament with snacks, drinks, coffee, we would appreciate the help.

Go Game Sets Available
I have purchased a number of game sets for sale. All profits from the sales will go to support the go club and provide publicity materials.

The game sets start at $15 for a vinyl roll up board with plastic stones and jars. Or with ceramic stones and plastic bowls for $20.

A professionally made tote bag runs $25 (I have to order these if you want one).

I have a couple of 12"x12" wood board sets, selling for $25.

A magnetic board set for $30.

The best set I have is a 3/4" wood board with ball feet, 6mm glass stones and plastic bowls for $35.

I will be posting pictures and prices here soon. Email me for information on purchasing sets.