U.S. Chess Federation
The controlling organization for chess in the U.S. They keep ratings for all members, publish Chess Life magazine, authorize major tournaments, etc.

NJ State Chess Federation
New Jersey’s ruling chess body that oversees chess activity in the state.

Chess.com

Chesskid.com



Local Chess Clubs
These local clubs in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania regularly run chess events open to members of the US Chess Federation.

Westfield Chess Club
Westfield, NJ -- runs regular Sunday afternoon events -- both scholastic and for adults

Right Move Chess
New York, NY -- runs a great monthly Sunday scholastic tournament with numerous sections

Allentown Chess Club
Allentown, PA -- runs a “Quad” the second Saturday of each month

Wizards of the Mind Chess Club
Springfield, NJ -- runs regular scholastic events, especially good for lower rated players