Womens Officer Gearóidín Uí Laighléis has news of upcoming events both at home and abroad.
- Galway Blitz
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There will be a Ladies Tournament (Blitz) in Galway on Sunday 20th January in The Bridge Club. This will take place at the same time as John Alfred's monthly rapidplay. Entries to me via .
- Swedish Open
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Also, there will be a [Ladies Open](http://www.scandinavian-chess.se/index.asp) in Täby, Sweden from 20-25 March. Some Irish ladies have already expressed an interest. I'm working on it ☺. It would be lovely if a crowd of us could go over.