Kids had a chance to learn the rules of the game and make some moves for National Chess Day on Saturday. Chess lessons for beginners were offered throughout the morning at the Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vermont St.

Michael Ostermann, left, and Grayson Stauffer, 7, both of Lawrence, face off at the Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vermont St., on Saturday for National Chess Day.

A chess player makes his move at the Lawrence Public Library, 707 Vermont St., on Saturday for National Chess Day.

After a lesson, participants could make a move for either white or black in a community chess game in the library atrium. The activity allowed anyone to participate in the ongoing game, known as Make the Next Move.

“It’s a great opportunity for community interaction,” said Amanda McConnell, public service manager at the library.

The community chess game could be played throughout the day, and about a dozen people participated, McConnell said. All the library’s activities and events are listed on its online calendar.