• Scrabble clubs are recognized by the NSA as well as the North American Players Association.scrabble about image by Bionic Media from Fotolia.com
  
  The National Scrabble Association (NSA) defines a Scrabble club as a group of people who gather to casually or informally play the board game Scrabble on a regular basis. These players are not ready for tournament play, but still want to improve their skills or simply enjoy the game with friends and family.
  
  

Boston Club #59

• The Boston Club #59 meets every Monday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. and does not charge a fee for players to attend. The club provides boards, racks and Protiles, but players are welcome to bring their own boards and Protiles if desired. Players are encouraged to bring their own paper for score keeping, and chess clocks if they desire. Club size ranges from approximately 10 to 14 players every week, and players with skill levels ranging from beginner to advanced are welcome.
  
  Club Director: Mike Cohen
  
  The Boston Scrabble Club
  
  95 Washington Ave.
  
  Boston, MA 02135
  
  617-628-3213
  
  

Lexington Scrabble Club #108

• The Lexington Scrabble Club #108 meets every Thursday from 7 p.m. to midnight. Dues are $5 per night and $4 for senior citizens (60 years and over). A newcomer's first night is free. The club provides board and racks. Players are encouraged to bring their own Protiles, dinner (snacks are provided) and chess clocks if they desire. Club size is approximately 25 players each week with skills ranging from novice to expert. Many members are interested in training for tournaments.
  
  Lexington Scrabble Club #108
  
  First Parish Unitarian Church
  
  9 Harrington Road
  
  Lexington, MA 02421
  
  781-862-8200
  
  

Cape Cod Club #194 (Yarmouth)

• As of 2008, only one active NSA-approved Scrabble club is active in Cape Cod, operating in Yarmouth, Massachusetts. The club meets every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. and has no set end time. The club is open to all ages, and player skill ranges from beginner to advanced. Players are advised to bring their own lunch.
  
  Cape Cod Club #194
  
  Yarmouth Senior Center
  
  528 Forest Road
  
  West Yarmouth, MA 02673
  
  Russ McKinstry: 508-771-9120
  
  

Northampton Scrabble Club #667

• The Northampton Scrabble Club meets every Monday from 5:30 p.m. to approximately 9 or 10 p.m., and charges a $1 fee for returning members (newcomers' fees are waived their first night). The club meets in a Burger King, so players are not allowed to bring outside food.
  
  Northampton Scrabble Club #667
  
  Burger King
  
  344 King St.
  
  Northampton, MA 01060
  
  Co-directors: Marilyn Schmidt and Brett Constantine
  
  413-387-9678
  
  

Worcester Scrabble Club #600

• The Worcester Scrabble Club #600 meets every Tuesday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., and asks for a donation of $2 (or $1 for seniors and students) per meeting. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Players are encouraged to bring chess clocks.
  
  Jumpin' Juice and Java
  
  335 Chandler St.
  
  Worcester, MA 01601
  
  Director Chris Sinacola: 774-262-2818