Dyhemia: "Oh my goodness, I can see!"

On my way to Portland, OR, for the celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Portland Chess Club, I made a quick detour to East Palo Alto to visit Dyhemia Young and Ms. Sheila George (she is caring for Dyhemia).



Dyhemia, Lisa Suhay, and I got to spend the afternoon together. After Dyhemia told me in Lubbock that she has not been able to see in over 2 years, we made sure that she got new glasses and contact lenses. The first words out of her mouth were: "Oh my goodness, I can see! I can see! I can see everything now!"



We also had Sushi for lunch (Dyhemia LOVES Sushi). After that, we visited the NorCal House of Chess in Fremont so Dyhemia can meet super chess coach Ted Castro and his many wonderful pupils! Ms. George and her friend were able to join us at the club and dinner after.



It was a wonderful day!

NorCal House of Chess

I visited a great Chess Club tonight in Fremont (CA), the NorCal House of Chess, runs by super coach Ted Castro. I will load more pics later. Additional info about this wonderful club can be found at www.NorCalHouseofChess.com.



It was great meeting everyone, especially all the young players. Thank you, Ted, and everyone else who made this happen.



About the NorCal House of Chess:



Formerly Newark Chess Club, this new chess center has more space to provide good playing atmosphere for both kids and adults.



Whether for both fun and serious play, being a member of NorCal House of Chess has tons of benefits:



Discounts in tournaments and simultaneous exhibitions

Free lectures from time to time by a Grandmaster, International Master or famous coaches / players

Free Wi-fi on site

Access to collection of books/CDs/DVDs

Coaching referrals, and many more.



You may get the chance for an analysis or a quick game against in-house players. NorCal House of Chess has produced several top players who are



In the Top 100 nationwide list

State Champions

National Champions

Silver Medalist/Gold Medalist in World Youth Chess & Pan Am

Also the youngest FIDE Master in the World.



NorCal House of Chess is conveniently located at 47655 Warm Springs Blvd., South Building of Northwestern Polythecnic University (NPU), Fremont, CA 94538. If you want to be a member of our chess club, please email us at norcalhouseofchess@gmail.com or castro.ted@gmail.com.



Please feel free to contact us at 415-756-1204.