Drueke Chess Games

Drueke chess games were prominent in the USA from nearly 100 years.  Established in 1914 by William Drueke, the Michigan based company thrived for decades until 2010 when the last remaining production wooden chessboards were sold. Pronounced (droo-key), Drueke’s...
Will it fly?

Will it fly?

Being an avid aviator and loving all all things flying, at least in the fixed-wing realm, because helicopters have too many moving parts for my comfort, I naturally think of a project or product in terms of will it “get off the ground” or “will it...

Introducing Chess to a Bright 6 Year Old

How do I introduce chess to a bright 6 year old? The great news is that youngsters tend to be fascinated immediately and most don’t need a lot of encouragement to continue once you’ve introduced them to the game. In fact, you may be surprised at the...

What is the best chess software to learn chess?

The best chess software to learn chess depends on the learner’s level of knowledge. But there is some straightforward advice to make a good choice on what chess software to use. If you are new to chess, start with carefully choosing a chess software program that...