This is a 5 round event in 2 sections (over 1200 and under 1200) with games on Tuesday evenings.   We will skip a round on October 31 due to Halloween and make November 28 the final round. We will also skip November 21 as it is Thanksgiving week. Each Round starts at 6:45 pm and the Club opens at 6:00.  Time control is Game/90 min. with 5 second delay.   Two 1/2 point byes are available. Last round byes must be requested before the start of Round 4. The entry fee is $35 and should be paid online.  Advance registration is strongly advised. If you have trouble registering online contact us and we can register you. Players that register onsite the day of the tournament might not get a game in Round 1. Cell phones are allowed but must be placed on vibrate. All players must be SGVCC members and have current USCF memberships. You can join our renew your SGVCC dues online at our website or in person.  You can renew or join the USCF at our registration link. We meet at Altadena Community Church in Heicher Hall, located at 943 East Altadena Drive, Altadena, CA 91101 For more information contact John Wright at 626/864-5744 or at wright.john82@yahoo.com