Kibitzer Publica on of Chicago Contract Bridge Associa on May/June 2015 Make plans to attend Fun NABCs coming to Chicago August 6-16 Carl Sharp 1945-2015 CCBA Past President and Board Member Carl Sharp died March 27 from complications due to esophageal cancer. Below is a tribute written by CCBA Vice President Jan Churchwell: 1980: Mt. St. Helens erupts, Ronald Reagan is elected President, and Carl Sharp joins the CCBA Board of Directors—that was half his lifetime ago. During his long tenure he was involved in most aspects of policy and planning. Something of an elder statesman, he had a knack for restating issues in ways that others hadn’t seen, and his “institutional memory” was prodigious. (Continued on page 2) Stars of Tomorrow Set for May 16, 17 The first of two Stars of Tomorrow 299er tournaments, will take place May 16 and 17 at the Midwest Care Center, 2050 Claire Court, Glenview. Mike Cochran, tournament chair, said that this is an excellent opportunity for those with fewer than 300 points to earn silver in a friendly environment, while playing against those with similar points, because the games will be stratified. Pair games will be held the first day, with Swiss teams on Sunday. The event is open to the first 60 tables each day. (Continued on page 9) The four star Chicago Hilton (above) will be the site of the Summer NABC. Do not miss this exciting opportunity-a chance to play in a national tournament without traveling far from home. The exhilarating North American Bridge Championships (NABC) are coming to Chicago, and will be held August 6-16 at the four star Chicago Hilton, 720 S. Michigan Avenue, two blocks from Lake Michigan and across the street from Grant Park. NABC for All Skill Levels This is an occasion for players at all skill levels, from newcomer to advanced, to play daily with others of their level from around the nation and the world. It’s a thrilling opportunity to observe some of the best players in the world. And, if you stop by the lobby bar after the evening session, you may get to meet and know bridge players from around the world. Hotel Reservations Players who plan to stay at the Chicago Hilton may go to a link on the ACBL website or call Travel Planners at 855-742 -9185. Rates are $170 per night. Additional information regarding both reservations and the tournament may be obtained at that site. The hotel is located near Chicago’s Lakefront, Grant Park, museums, and numerous restaurants. Other nearby hotels include the Renaissance Blackstone Chicago Hotel, 636 S. Michigan Avenue, a one minute walk to the Hilton, at $189 per night, and the Hotel Blake, 500 S. Dearborn Street, an eight-minute walk, at $165 per night. Offerings for First Time Attendees The ACBL North American Bridge Championships (NABC) has many exciting things to offer newer players and firsttime attendees, including a welcome reception; two celebrity speakers daily including Mike Flader, Audrey Grant, Jerry Helms and Barbara Seagram; free twohour lessons from top teachers, players and directors; a free Daily Bulletin; and (Continued on page 3) Remembering Carl’s sharp wit, hard work Carl served as President of the CCBA from 2009-2011 and ran meetings in his signature, low-key style. He also served on the District 13 Board for many years and was standing Vice President at the time of his death. Carl cared deeply about bridge in Chicago in the broad sense, as his countless hours working at tournaments attest. He helped establish the Joint Sectional tournament between the ABA (American Bridge Association) and the CCBA, and was CCBA liaison to the ABA. The ACBL recognized his contributions to Duplicate Bridge by naming him Volunteer of the Year for 2011. In addition to serving at local tournaments, he chaired the partnership desk at the last four NABC’s held in Chicago. He was a member of the ACBL Goodwill Committee. He held bachelor’s and master’s degrees from the University of Chicago, and worked for AT&T prior to his retirement. Jim Phillips: Carl was the hardest worker in the history of the CCBA, something he would have laughed off. When I served on the board in the 70’s and 80’s, Carl was already there, manning partnership desks and contributing good ideas. Everybody who knew him felt they were best friends. Truly one-of-a-kind. RIP, BF. players saw him, they assumed that was why he was there. He instituted the Guaranteed Partners plan in 2009 at SummerFest. Stacy Jacobs: Carl loved playing with novice and up-and-coming players and prided himself on Carl Sharp never getting upset when it seemed partner had made a mistake. However, he frequently took a look at my dummies and announced “you're fired.” He continued firing me several times a day throughout his illness. Carl’s “firing people” alternated with “I haven’t beaten up my quota of white people today.” President Les Kent Vice President Jan Churchwell Treasurer Craig Gardner Secretary Tom Dressing District 13 Director Suzi Subeck When Carl passed by your table, you might hear “Couldn’t find anyone good to play with, huh?” Of course this was said to your partner, not to you. Somehow you knew that being “insulted” by Carl signified a successfully completed rite of passage. Board of Directors Craig Allen Angie Clark Mike Cochran Adrienne Cohen Jim Dressler John Goldstein Sharon Pobloske Joe Stokes Suzi Subeck Matthew Dyer: I’ll miss the way he relished addressing this white South African as “Boy.” Kibitzer Editor DeMaris Johnson While Carl cared about bridge, he did not take himself or anyone else seriously. His curmudgeon-like air, punctuated by a stream of self-deprecating quips, grins, cackles, and scowls, covered a gentle and generous nature. Although half his face was hidden by the inevitable baseball cap, you never had to look very hard to see the twinkle in his eyes, a gleeful grin, his tongue planted firmly in his cheek. Beth Staehlin and Sue Friedman: We went to Lake Geneva within a few months of beginning to play. We were overwhelmed, but having fun), when this intimidating guy, looking very professional, came to our table. He said “I’ve been watching you.” Yikes what had we done? He said “It’s a treat to see people enjoying themselves and not being all serious.” Carl was always present with a smile and kind words. Harriette Buckman: Carl wanted Fred and me to adopt him, thereby getting into our wills. He said of himself that he lived with three strikes against him - he was black, gay and Jewish, by choice. How? Around the sixth grade, his class studied comparative religions. He thought Judaism made the most sense, so he declared himself a Jew (nonpracticing), and that was that. Typical Carl! Thinking of how people touch and intersect my life often creates an image of concentric circles. A friend from one of your circles becomes a friend in “our circle.” Carl’s circles tended to be not only CONcentric, but ECcentric, and for Carl that made sense. Tom Dressing’s “Carlisms”: Mighty white of you; I wish I was rich and white like you are; Gimme $20. (Done willingly, and without a care where the money was going.) 2015 CCBA Officers/ Board Members Describing Carl and his inimitable style: Ornery sarcasm… icon… legendary… unique… color-coordinated shirts, socks, and pens. And inevitably, “You will be missed.” Recorder Craig Gardner The Kibitzer is published six times per year by the Chicago Contract Bridge Association (CCBA). KIBITZER DEADLINE FOR THE JULY/AUGUST ISSUE IS JUNE 1. Send information to [email protected]. Opinions of columnists are their own and may not represent those of the CCBA. For more information, go to www.bridgeinchicago.com or call the CCBA at 630-235-4718. A en on Club Owners Jan Ratliff: Angie Clark hosted a Life Master party for me. Unexpectedly Carl walked in. Everyone looked at him, and after a noticeable pause, he said, “Okay, where’s your silver?” So this is not good-bye, Carl – but your fellow board members understand that you will be later than usual to board meetings. The Kibitzer would like to recognize those clubs participating in the Longest Day, an all day event on June 21 to raise funds for the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association. As Partnership Chair for over 15 years, he was indeed “Mr. Partnership” to many players. Often when Carl was at a tournament helping out, he found partners because, when (A Celebration of Life is being planned by for May 1 in Lake Geneva during the Spring Regional. If you would like to speak, please contact Suzi Subeck at [email protected].) If your club is participating, please email photographs of your event and a brief write up to DeMaris Johnson, Kibitzer editor, at [email protected] or call 630-399-5654. George Jacobs: There is no funeral service for him. That way he will stay in front of us. 2 ABA/CCBA-ACBL Joint Sectional ABA Midwest Bridge Unit 1420 E. 87th Street, Chicago Saturday, June 6 10:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. Stratified Open Pairs (Single sessions) A 2000+, B 750-2000, C 0-750 For determining stratification: Two ABA points equal one ACBL masterpoint 7 Rounds, 7 Boards, Victory Points Sunday, June 7 11 a.m. Playthrough A fun event hosted by some of the friendliest people you’ll ever meet! Flighted Swiss teams A 3000+, AX 0-3000 Stratified B/C/D Swiss Teams B750-2000, C 300-750, D 0-300 A light meal will be served midway through the Swiss team Tournament Chairs Mike Cochran, CCBA 847-846-8025 [email protected] Rita Mitchell, ABA 773-548-7744 For more information, go to www.bridgeinchicago.com Make plans to attend Fun NABC in Chicago (Continued from page 1) for players with 0-20 masterpoints, and free Bridge Plus+ games. Learn Bridge in a Day® Class There is a special offering for beginners, including those returning to bridge after long absences and those who want to “test the water” before committing to formal classes. Called Learn Bridge in a Day®, the class meets from 1 - 6 p.m. on Sunday, August 9, and includes instruction and coached play. Registration is required. The fee is $15 when you pre-register and $20 at the door. Textbooks and door prizes are included in the fee. For more information, contact Patty Tucker at [email protected] or call 404735-4779. The complete schedule of events for players of all levels and other information regarding the Chicago NABC can be found at www. acbl.org. Entry Fees Entry fees range from approximately $15 to $20 for ACBL members, with the higher amount for games with no upper masterpoint limitations. Any Junior under the age of 26 years who is a full-time student (must provide proof of eligibility), or any junior under the age of 21 will be entitled to coupons that can be used for any event. These coupons will have a value of $10 per session. Any Junior 19 years and under will be granted free plays for each session regional rated events. Educational Programs In addition to the games, ACBL members can register for a number of educational seminars. They include the following: Club and Cruise Directors Course, August 4, 5, 6 TAP—Teacher Accreditation Program, August 6, 7, 8 Learn Bridge in a Day® instruction accreditation program, August 9 Zero Tolerance workshop, August 10 Club Director Refresher Course 3 August 11, 12 Audrey Grant Continuing Education Program for Teachers and Club Managers, August 9. For more information, go to www.better bridge.com. For more information regarding registration, fees, or times on any of the above programs, go to [email protected]. Receptions On August 7, there is a free “thank you” reception for club officials and teachers, plus Opening Reception will be held for all members. Details to follow. Child Care Services For players with children, NABC Child Care Services are provided for a reasonable fee during the afternoon and evening sessions from the first Friday through the second Sunday. Special arrangements may be made for other times. New Minor Forcing after opener’s same suit rebid Let’s look at some specific examples of bidding sequences and meanings: Opener(N) J AJ2 AK8653 By Ginny and Jeff Schuett Responder(S) Q Q KT7 42 N P S New minor forcing is a valuable adjunct to natural bidding methods because it enables responder to explore the nature and strength of opener’s hand without fear of being dropped. As responder, South bids 1and over 2 rebids 2 as new minor forcing to see if opener has three spades. North jumps to 3to show a maximum with three-card spade support, and South signs off with four spades. New minor forcing is a tool used only by RESPONDER during the bidding. It is most often used over a 1NT rebid, but is also used over opener’s 2NT rebid and a rebid in the same suit he opened. The problem New Minor Forcing solves is to make sure opener does not pass responder’s rebid, since responder’s bid at the cheapest level is weak and even a jump rebid in the same suit is only invitational. For example: Opener (N) Q Q Q N S 1 weak w/6+ N S invitational w/ As responder, South bids 1and over 2rebids 3 as new minor forcing to see if opener has a three spades. Over North’s 3, 4 is a cuebid showing slam interest and the A. Four diamonds shows A, and South uses RKC (Roman Key Card) to slam So how does responder bid with an invitational or game forcing hand, but a major suit with 5+ cards? How do you make sure opener doesn’t pass if you rebid your major suit to show extra length? Best to use New Minor Forcing concepts and bid the “other” minor if opener bid and rebid a minor, or bid your “better” minor if opener has bid and rebid a major suit, say hearts. It is important to realize responder’s minor suit bid is artificial and promises nothing in the suit bid, but is conventional to learn more about opener’s hand. There is much more to these bidding sequences, but they all use the concept of new suits by responder are forcing, showing a good hand, and asking for more description from opener, including showing a preference with three-card support for responder’s major. Later rebids below game by responder in their major suit are natural and forcing. Without a good major suit fit, these hands often end in 3NT. When the new minor forcing bid takes place at the two level, it is invitational or better, when it occurs at the three level, it is game forcing. The priorities for opener are as follows: For example: Win Silver during STaC May 4-10 N Responder (S) N S 4NT, etc . Players have the opportunity to win sectionally rated silver points during both daytime and evenings at their favorite local clubs during the Spring Sectional Tournaments at Clubs (STaC), which runs slated from May 4-10. S = NMF, because at the two level, shows 11+ HCP The more tables participating throughout the District 13 Chicago area, the greater the awards will be. All clubs throughout the Chicago area are invited to participate. 1. With four cards in the other major, rebid that major, so with QK8432 opener rebids 2 and if responder is not interested in hearts, he can rebid 2 to show 5+ spade suit and an invitational hand, or bid 3 to show 6+ spade suit and a game forcing hand. All Open Pairs are stratified 0-750, 750-2000, and unlimited masterpoints. Intermediate/Newcomer games are also offered. For more information, call any club owner or manager for details, including entry fees and partnership arrangements. 2. With three cards in responder’s major and minimum, show responder a preference, so with KJ9 4 Q72 AQ9852 opener rebids 2. 3. With three cards in responder’s major and maximum, show responder a jump preference, so with KJ9 4 A72 AQ9852 opener rebids Without three cards in responder’s major, opener can rebid 2NT with stopper(s). So with 9 AJ4 QT7 AJT832, opener can rebid 2NT. Without any of the above, opener makes his most descriptive bid, knowing partner has a pretty good hand. 4 District 13 Spring Regional April 27-May 3, 2015 Grand Geneva Resort and Spa, Lake Geneva, WI on Route 50, 1/2 mile East of Route 12 Call 262-248-8811/800-558-3417 on or before March 30 to insure the bridge rate Monday, April 27 2:30, 7:30 Stratified Pairs to benefit the ACBL Grass Roots Fund 7:30 KO Teams I: Session 1 7:30 Single Session Stratified Pairs Side Game Tournament Chair: Marilynn Charlson 262-490-2644 email: [email protected] Newsletter Editor Suzi Subeck [email protected] I/N Chair Lynette Koski ikoski81@[email protected] Hospitality Chair Mike Cochran Tuesday, April 28 9:30, 2:00, 7:30 Side Game Series I: Sessions 1, 2, 3 (single sessions) 9:30, 2:00, 7:30 Player’s Choice* Pairs (Stratified) 9:30, 2:00 299er Pairs Single Session) 9:30, 2:00, 7:30 KO Teams I: Sessions 2, 3, 4 2:00, 7:30 KO II: Sessions 1 & 2 7:30 Evening Swiss Teams Wednesday, April 29 9:30 Compact KO: Sessions 1 & 2 (to conclude on Thursday morning) 9:30, 2:00, 7:30 Side Game Series I: Sessions 4, 5, 6 (single sessions) 9:30, 2:00, 7:30 Player’s Choice* Pairs (Stratified) 9:30, 2:00 299er Pairs (single sessions) 2:00, 7:30 KO II: Sessions 3 & 4 2:00, 7:30 KO III: Sessions 1 & 2 7:30 Evening Swiss Teams [email protected] Thursday, April 30 9:30 Compact KO: Sessions 3 & 4 9:30, 2:00 299er Pairs (single sessions) 9:30, 2:00, 7:30 Side Game Series II: Sessions 1, 2, 3 (single sessions) 9:30 & 2:00 Stratified Daylight Senior Pairs 2:00 & 7:30 KO III: Sessions 3 & 4 2:00 & 7:30 Stratified Swiss Team 7:30 Evening Swiss Teams Intermediate & Newcomer Events 0-299 Masterpoints 0-5 ACBL members play FREE all week I/N events...ONLY $7 per session Friday, May 1 9:30 Swiss Teams: Session 1 (to conclude on Saturday morning) 9:30, 2:00, 7:30 Side Game Series II: Sessions 4, 5, 6 (single sessions) 2:00 & 7:30 KO IV: Session 1 & 2 9:30, 2:00 & 7:30 Player’s Choice Stratiflighted Pairs* (0-1500, 1500-3000, 3000+) 9:30, 2:00 & 7:30 Player’s Choice Gold Rush Pairs* (0-100, 100-300, 300-750) 7:30 Evening Swiss Teams Saturday, May 2 9:30 Swiss Teams: Session 2 9:30, 2:00, 7:30 Side Game Series III: Sessions 1, 2, 3 (single sessions) 2:00 & 7:30 KO IV: Session 3 & 4 9:30, 2:00 & 7:30 Player’s Choice Stratiflighted Pairs* (0-1500, 1500-3000, 3000+) 9:30, 2:00 & 7:30 Player’s Choice Gold Rush Pairs* 0-100, 100-300, 300-750) 7:30 Evening Swiss Teams Tuesday-Thursday Single Session Games at 9:30, 2:00 Stra fied 299er Pairs Fresh Fruit Nightly Hospitality Suite Daily Bulletins Students play for half price with valid student ID card! Sunday, May 3 10:00 Stratiflighted Swiss Teams (7 rounds) Flight A and AX B/C/D Stratified Kibitzers: Golf, Tennis, Spa *Player specifies which two sessions when purchasing entry. Mid-Chart for Flight A Events & Top Bracket of the KO’s We adhere to ACBL default handicapping. We handicap KO’s when there is only a single bracket. Stratified Games: A: 2000+; B: 750-2000; C: 0-750 Stratiflighted Pairs and Teams: A: 3000+, AX: 0-3000, B: 750-1500, C: 300-750, D: 0-300 Newcomer Events: 0-5/20/50/100/200/300 5 Learn helpful new rules regarding Stayman Winning with Wimpy By Jim Diebel Most newer players have a tough enough time with trying to remember the various conventions deemed “essential”, without worrying about the ones that only come up occasionally. I’m no different. When a situation arises that hasn’t come up in a year or two, I’m going to have a problem. Even assuming I remember what I play in this situation, am I playing with one of the people that plays it as well? Most players choose to ignore these less common conventions rather than risk a catastrophe at an inopportune time. It’s always important to know when you add a convention, just what natural bid you are abandoning, and whether or not it is valuable. In this case, abandoning the natural, invitational 2NT when you hold a good eight or nine points is simply too costly, so you will need another way to invite with those hands. We are going to give something up, but an invitational 2NT will not be what it is. What we will give up is the antiquated idea that when responder bids 2 ♣ (Stayman), that it promises invitational or better values. So here are our new rules regarding Stayman: 1. When responder bids Stayman, opener bids 2 with no four-card major, 2 ♥ or 2 with only that four-card major, and 2 ♥ with four cards in BOTH majors. 2. After Stayman, if opener bids 2, (denying a four-card major), a 2♥ or 2 by responder is to play. Opener MUST NOT bid again. (This is known as “garbage” Stayman. 3. After Stayman, if opener bids 2, responder bids game (3NT) with sufficient values. Responder promises that he holds at least one four-card major – else he would have jumped to 3NT without using Stayman. 4. After Stayman, if opener bids 2 ♥ or 2 , responder bids game (3NT) with sufficient values. Responder promises he holds four cards in the OTHER major – else he would have jumped to 3NT with- out using Stayman. Therefore if opener rebids 2 ♥ holding both majors, (#1) and Responder jumps the 3NT, opener can confidently bid 4 , comfortable that the partnership will enjoy a 4-4 fit. 5. After Stayman, if opener bids 2 , responder bids 2NT with an invitational eight or nine points. Opener must ALERT the opponents that responder may not have four hearts for this sequence. Since opener would have bid 2 ♥ holding both majors, (#1) responder need not worry about missing a 4-4 heart fit when he holds four hearts. 6. After Stayman, if opener bids 2 ♥ , responder bids 2NT with an invitational eight or nine pts – and fewer than four spades. Opener must ALERT the opponents that responder DENIES 4for this sequence. 7. After Stayman, if opener bids 2 ♥ , responder bids 2 with exactly 4 and exactly eight or nine points. I don’t believe this is technically alertable, but an actively ethical declarer will alert the opponents and (if asked) tell them that this sequence shows exactly 4 and invitational values. Opener can pass, bid 2NT, 3NT, or 4 depending on whether or not he holds 4 and whether or not he holds a min or a max. Seems like a lot to remember, but once you understand the purpose behind it, it all follows logically. The only two major changes from what you are already doing is having opener bid 2 ♥ holding both four- card majors (#1), and responder answering 2 after a 2 ♥ rebid to invite game holding 4 (#7). I contend these are simple changes, but by implementing them, we free up the 1NT – 2NT sequence to gain something quite valuable. More on that next time. Finally, let’s look at a number of examples to confirm we understand the concepts presented today. North (partner) South (you) 1NT ? aJ863 QT5 J972 K6 b) JQJ cJQT53 J72 8 d) KJ6 94 KJ942 T32 e) KTx AJ72 KJ7 J85 6 North (partner) South (you) 1NT 2♣ 2? f) JQ85 94 gKT96 AJ942 T3 North (partner) South (you) 1NT 2♣ 2♠ ? h) KT96 94 AJ942 T3 i) 94 KT96 AJ942 T3 North (partner) South (you) 1N 2♣ 2♥ ? j) AJ942 T3 kQ lQT42 T3 a) Pass. You have nothing to say. b) 2 The weaker you are, the more important it becomes to play in a suit. Transfer to spades c) 2 ♣ If partner bids 2 , you will pass. If he bids 2 you will sign off in 2 (garbage Stayman) d) 2 ♣ You have only invitational values. No matter partner’s response, you will bid 2NT which partner should ALERT suggesting you may not have a four-card major. (If partner rebids 2 , your 2NT should be ALERTED as denying four spades.) e) 3NT You could look for a 4-4 heart fit, but why bother? Your hand isn’t ruffing anything. This hand rates to take as many tricks in NT as it will in a heart contract. f) 2 Why transfer to hearts when you SAFELY investigate a 4-4 spade fit first? g) Opener needs to ALERT the opponents that you may not hold a four-card major on this sequence – even though you happen to have one. h) 4 You would have only invited (2NT) over 2 ♦ or 2 ♥, but with a fit, your five-card diamond suit it just a little bit stronger than before. Four spades is a reasonable shot. (Continued on page 8) Congratula ons to all rank advancers Junior Masters David Crow Glenn Dalhart Robert Dwyer Ian Goldberg Robert Hewett Wayne Kaplan Jean Lindsey Nancy O’Mara Linda Oliver Jihong Song Helen Bianco Matt Fleischman David Gean Mary Jo Kallergis Kenneth Latimer Mary Ellen Laue Sharon Meister Sharon Petersen Lynn Shevelenko Henry Von Ferstel Marilou Von Ferstel Club Masters Lynne Babinsky Sy Karlin John Schommer Casey Szulc Barbara Baer Conrad Delatour John Kerr J. McClure Kathryn Norman Marcia Oley Jona Peretz Thomas Walsh Regional Masters Jeanne Kowalski William Berkman Rosietta Brown James Bychowski Wendy Frink Linda Garmisa Paul Howard Joshua Hurwitz Hazel McRae Ruth Ng Daryl Novick Tobey Passman Sandra Whitmore Sectional Masters Marila Beatty Gordon Beaudoin Patrick Doyle Bonnie King Fred Princehorn Blanche Romey Donna Saltz Ralph Schindler Matt Sinkovits Carole Feingold Denise McPherson Ron Raedeke Bonnie Stearns Club Masters Lynne Babinsky Sy Karlin John Schommer Casey Szulc 70 Daiva Vitukynaite % NABC Masters Ryan Daniels Jane Chandler Lorraine Chase Virginia Enman Chris Gardner Katy Gross Sue Lies Harry Rosenberg Harvey Wineberg 72.2% Bruce Dawson and Anna Urick, South Suburban Bridge Center 70.9% John Shelton and Colette Novich, Lawson Bridge Studios 71.9% Joseph Chin and Barara Graegin, Communi9ty Bridge Club 70.8% David Sschroeder and John Prater, Chicago Duplicate Bridge 83.0% Alexander Okamoto and Aaron Song, Univ. of Chicago Bridge 71.9% Julie Sladek and Sharon Solwitz, Chicago Duplicate Bridge 70.8% Mary Schultz and Jean Moses, Fox Bridge 75.6% David Findley and Blythe Olshan Findley, All Bridge Saints 71.7% Aurelie Krauss and Athena Butler, Arlington Bridge B’s 75% Victor Becker and Morton Miller, 4 Aces Bridge Club 71.7% Flora Reagan and Leon Diamond, Cultural Bridge Club GAMES 74.0% Paul Kubala Jr. and Wayne Carrick, Olympia DBC 73.7% Monte Lamb and Pete Rub, Hinsdale 70.6% Jack Turner and Loren Shapiro, The Clare 70.2% Larry Heidemann and Louis Gaspardo, Hinsdale 70.2% Patricia Latkin and Maureen Drain, Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club 71.5% John Shelton and Ronald Helman, American Bridge and Social Club 73.2% Jack Snyder and Judy Zhu, All Bridge Saints 71.4% George Roeper and Lynne Kostopoulos, South Suburban Bridge Center 73.0% Linda Kuna and Genio Staranczak, Olympia DBC 71.2% Alan Resser and Barbara Subak, Ace of Clubs 72.9% Tom Hallum and Joseph Chin, South Suburban Bridge Center 71.2% Christine CollierDavi and Anna Bianchi, Cultural Bridge Club 72.3% Pat Patel and Shawn Concannon, Naper No Trumpers 71.0% Wayne Carrick and Frederick Thielsen, Olympia DBC 70.2% Joseph Stokes and Frank Pancoe, West Suburban Duplicate Bridge 70.1% Steele Holley and Dean Wolfson, Cultural BC 70.0% Jane Kennedy and Carole Green, Chicago Duplicate Bridge 70.0% Michael Howards and Brian Beecher, Sr., South Suburban Bridge Center 7 Life Masters Beryl Block Dolores Baumgart Fern Emmerman Robert Kucaba Bronze Life Masters Beryl Block Pat Patel Sheila Pickard Mary Schultz Irene Kozil Robert Kucaba Natalie Mackler Silver Life Masters Denyse Holt Edward Margulies Michael Cochran Al Glick Gerald Schwartz Linda Sweig Gold Life Masters Sidney Doppelt Ed Tranovich Les Kent David Mitzit Chicago Duplicate BC Moves The Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club has moved to 820 N. Orleans, Suite 402. It is a member owned and operated club. The club has electronic scoring and hand records for all games, as well as guaranteed partners. The club’s game schedule is as follows: Open Games: Monday Thursday 12:15 p.m, Thursday 6:30 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m . Intermediate/Newcomer Game: Satur day at 11:15 am (Lesson at 10:45 am) A light lunch is served before all day games. For more information, contact James O’Neil at [email protected] or call him at 773-710-5198 or go to www.chicagoduplicatebridge. org or www,bridgeinchicago.com. Stars of Tomorrow 299er Silver Point Sec onal Midwest Care Center, 2050 Claire Court, Glenview, IL 847-467-7423 Saturday, May 16, 2015 Sunday, May 17, 2015 Ques ons? Call or write: 9:30 Stra fied 299er Pairs 10:00 Stra fied Swiss Teams (0-100, 100-200, 200-300) Call ahead to arrange Sunday teammates please! Chair: Mike Cochran at 847-846-8025 [email protected] 2:00 Stra fied 299er Pairs (0-100, 100-200, 200-300) (0-100, 100-200, 200-300) - Playthrough (Probable finish: 5 pm) (Probable finish: 5:30pm) Partnership Chair: Angie Clark at 847764-1060 or [email protected]. Contact Angie if you plan to play in the Swiss and need another pair to make up a team. Looking forward to seeing your smiles! Learn new rules regarding Stayman (Continued from page 6) i) 2NT same as g. j) 2 A simple invitation holding four spades. It’s probably a good idea to ALERT this. k) 3NT This promises four spades – else you wouldn’t have used Stayman. Opener can correct to 4 if he happens to hold four cards in that suit. l) 2NT The only sequence available to you to invite game. Opener needs to ALERT the opponents that you DENY four spades on this sequence. Next issue, I’m going to share a convention with you that doesn’t come up terribly often, but when it does, it is so useful that I believe you should add it to your arsenal. You hold: Jx xxx KQxxxx xx and partner opens 1NT Most of you probably know some way to get to 3 , often by bidding 2 and then correcting to diamonds. I’m going to suggest a different treatment, which will not only get you to 3 but also games and slams when partner has the right holdings. You’ve likely heard of them before: four-way transfers. To transfer partner to clubs, bid 2. To transfer partner to diamonds, bid 2NT – but that’s for the next column. Attention Active Bridge Teachers 2015 Tournaments District 13 Regional, Grand Geneva Resort and Spa, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, April 27-May 3 District 13 STaC, at your favorite local clubs, May 4-10 299er Silver Point Sectional, Glenview, May 16, 17 CCBA/ABA Sectional, Chicago, June 6, 7 A message from Ginny and Jeff Schuett: Unit 123 STaC, Various Clubs, July 612 At the upcoming Chicago NABC in August, we want to include in the registration packet a list of all area bridge teachers in order to promote bridge lessons for newcomers and make it easier for them to contact you. Summer North America Bridge Championships (NABC), Hilton Chicago, 720 S. Michigan Ave., Chicago, Aug. 6-16 Please send your contact information and any details you want to share to Ginny at [email protected] as soon as possible so a list can be compiled for distribution. Also, contact us for a special offer for teachers. 299er Silver Point Sectional, Darien, September 19, 20 We are also looking for volunteers to help at the registration and partnership desks. All District 13 member - from those with zero point to those with mega points - are encouraged to volunteer at this major event. District 13 STaC, November 16 - 22 8 Labor Day Silver Point Sectional, 9300 Weber Park Place, Skokie, Sept. 4-7 Central States Regional, Grand Geneva Resort and Spa, Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, Oct. 26- Nov. 1 FallFest Sectional, Lombard, Nov. 1315 Unit 123 StaC, Various Clubs, Dec. 713 Staying mentally sharp by playing bridge Playing bridge may be more than fun; it can keep your brain sharp, according to an article by Jon Saraceno in the March AARP Bulletin. Perhaps that is why you can find intelligent people like Warren Buffett, 84, and Bill Gates, 59, and about 25 million other Americans at the bridge table. It is no secret that most of those players are over age 50; many are college graduates with incomes of $75,000+. Midwest Care Center Stars of Tomorrow Set for May 16, 17 (Continued from page 1) The article quotes Keith A. Josephs, a neurologist at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn. He said, "It is soft data that says, 'Boy, perhaps playing these games and being socially active result in better performance.' Patients are less likely to be depressed; hence they sleep better, tend to exercise more and have a better life in general. They do better from a cognitive standpoint." The author wrote that “Josephs stressed there is scant medical evidence that ‘playing any of these games is going to prevent a degenerative process or the onset of Alzheimer's. Rather, it might delay the onset of symptoms so that the individual can function at a higher level," he said.” Saraceno points to a 2014 study by the University of Wisconsin-Madison, which discovered that playing card and board games can help older people retain their mental sharpness. “Researchers discovered that the frequency of playing games is associated with greater brain volume in several regions that are affected by Alzheimer's disease. Those who played more frequently also scored higher on cognitive tests.” Robert Hartman, CEO of the ACBL, is quoted in the article saying, "There's no doubt anyone can learn (to play). We have a number of programs developed to make it simple.'' He pointed to the Learn to Play Bridge tutorial on the internet, the free computer software program, Learn to Play Bridge for beginners, and Learn Bridge in a Day®, a five-hour course. Great Sizzlin’ Summer Regional June 22-28 The Great Sizzlin’ Summer Illinois Regional Tournament will be held June 22—June 28 in the Holiday Inn at Crystal Lake. A variety of games are offered. Sunday, June 28, will feature Swiss teams. A free meal will be provided. For more information, contact see District 8’s website or contact Tournament Chair Marilyn Croft at 630-548-5837 or [email protected] or Partnerships Chairs Ron and Jo Kohn at 847-9851956 or at [email protected]. District 13 It’s not too late to get in on the fun at District 13’s Spring Regional at the Grand Geneva Resort and Spa in Lake Geneva. The tournament, which began April 27 wraps up on May 3 with stratified Swiss teams (seven rounds). Happy Mother’s Day In addition, it is possible to begin Session one of a Swiss team on Friday, which concludes on Saturday. Other 9 Standard fees will apply both days. A free lunch will be served Saturday and Sunday. Angie Clark, partnership chair, asks that those planning to play in the Swiss, who need another pair to make up a team, contact her at 847-7641060 or at [email protected]. “Mike’s and my goal is that the tournaments will be a delightful, stressfree, rewarding experience for the players,” Angie said. “And, for those players who have not played in a tournament, this is a chance for them to test the water in a fun environment,” Mike added. Also, it is not too soon to circle September 19 and 20 on your calendar, the date of the second Stars of Tomorrow sectional tournament , which will be held at the Darien Sportsplex, 451 Plainfield Road, Darien. For more information regarding the tournaments, see the flyer on page 8 or go to www.bridgeinchicago.com. Regional wrapping up offerings are knock outs, Players’s Choice Gold Rush and Stratiflighted Pairs, and more. Plus, there are games just for those with fewer than 300 points. Those with 05 points play free. The hospitality suite is open in the evenings with goodies to consume. Also, there is the ever popular fresh fruit. Daily Bulletins are available each day. Special Club Games Day/Date Time Club Loca on Event Mon - May 4 12:15 PM Mon - May 4 6:20 PM Mon - May 4 12:00 PM Mon - May 4 7:00 PM Tue - May 5 12:15 PM Tue - May 5 11:00 AM Tue - May 5 12:15 PM Tue - May 5 7:00 PM Tue - May 5 7:00 PM Wed - May 6 10:30 AM Wed - May 6 12:15 PM Wed - May 6 11:00 AM Wed - May 6 11:00 AM Wed - May 6 6:20 PM Wed - May 6 12:00 PM Wed - May 6 10:30 AM Wed - May 6 7:00 PM Wed - May 6 7:00 PM Thu - May 7 12:15 PM Thu - May 7 6:30 PM Thu - May 7 10:45 AM Thu - May 7 12:15 PM Thu - May 7 7:00 PM Fri - May 8 11:00 AM Fri - May 8 12:15 PM Fri - May 8 7:15 PM Sat - May 9 1:00 PM Sat - May 9 11:00 AM Sun - May 10 1:00 PM Mon - May 11 12:15 PM Mon - May 11 6:20 PM Mon - May 11 11:00 AM Mon - May 11 7:00 PM Tue - May 12 12:15 PM Tue - May 12 11:00 AM Tue - May 12 12:15 PM Tue - May 12 7:00 PM Tue - May 12 7:00 PM Wed - May 13 10:30 AM Wed - May 13 12:15 PM Wed - May 13 11:00 AM Wed - May 13 6:20 PM Wed - May 13 10:30 AM Wed - May 13 7:00 PM Wed - May 13 7:00 PM Thu - May 14 12:15 PM Thu - May 14 6:30 PM Thu - May 14 12:15 PM Thu - May 14 7:00 PM Fri - May 15 11:00 AM Fri - May 15 10:30 AM Fri - May 15 12:15 PM Fri - May 15 11:00 AM Chicago Duplicate Bridge Lawson Bridge Studio New Eazy Bridge South Suburban Bridge Center Chicago Duplicate Bridge NaperDBC South Suburban Bridge Center South Suburban Bridge Center Tree Towns DBC Bridge In Orland Chicago Duplicate Bridge Community Bridge Club Fox Bridge Lawson Bridge Studio New Eazy/Wednesday New Lenox - Joliet DBC Reluctant Redoubler DBC South Suburban Bridge Center Chicago Duplicate Bridge Chicago Duplicate Bridge Jeremiah Thursday Duplicate South Suburban Bridge Center South Suburban Bridge Center Naper No Trumpers South Suburban Bridge Center West Suburban Duplicate Bridge All Bridge Saints Chicago Duplicate Bridge Chicago Duplicate Bridge Chicago Duplicate Bridge Lawson Bridge Studio Olympia DBC South Suburban Bridge Center Chicago Duplicate Bridge NaperDBC South Suburban Bridge Center South Suburban Bridge Center Tree Towns DBC Bridge In Orland Chicago Duplicate Bridge Fox Bridge Lawson Bridge Studio New Lenox - Joliet DBC Reluctant Redoubler DBC South Suburban Bridge Center Chicago Duplicate Bridge Chicago Duplicate Bridge South Suburban Bridge Center South Suburban Bridge Center Naper No Trumpers Olympia DBC South Suburban Bridge Center St. Charles Duplicate Bridge Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Ann Sathers Restaurant Temple Jeremiah South Suburban B C Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Wesley United Methodist South Suburban B C South Suburban B C First Congregational Church White Mountain Golf Course Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Calumet Township Center Riverside Town Hall Ann Sathers Restaurant Temple Jeremiah New Life Church Temple Judea Mizpah South Suburban Bridge Ctr Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Temple Jeremiah South Suburban Bridge Ctr South Suburban Bridge Ctr Wesley United Methodist South Suburban Bridge Ctr First Congregational Emmanuel Episcopal Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Ann Sathers Restaurant Countryside Church South Suburban Bridge Ctr Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Wesley United Methodist South Suburban Bridge Ctr South Suburban Bridge Ctr First Congregational Church White Mountain Golf Course Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Riverside Town Hall Ann Sathers Restaurant New Life Church Temple Judea Mizpah South Suburban Bridge Ctr Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club South Suburban Bridge Center South Suburban Bridge Center Wesley United Methodist Countryside Church South Suburban Bridge Center Baker Community Center STaC* StaC STaC STaC StaC STaC STaC **Grass Roots Fund Game STaC STaC STaC Grass Roots Fund Pairs STaC Game STaC SILVER POINT GAME Bess Griparis Memorial Game STaC STaC STaC STaC Silver, Nonsilver Point Game Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Team GameStaC STaC STaC STaC Pairs I/N STaC STaC Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Month Membership Game Grass Root Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Charity Pairs Grass Roots Fund Game STaC Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Game Unit Game Charity Game Unit Game Open Pairs Unit Game-Earn Extra Points Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund GameSTaC Pair Game Grass Roots Charity Pairs Club Championship Grass Roots Fund Game Charity Club Championship Fri - May 15 7:15 PM West Suburban Duplicate Bridge First Congregational Church Club Championship Stratified Pairs Sat - May 16 Sat - May 16 Sat - May 16 Sat - May 16 Mon - May 18 Mon - May 18 Mon - May 18 Mon - May 18 Tue - May 19 Tue - May 19 Tue - May 19 Tue - May 19 Tue - May 19 1:00 PM 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 11:30 AM 12:15 PM 6:20 PM 11:00 AM 7:00 PM 12:15 PM 11:00 AM 12:15 PM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM All Bridge Saints Chicago Duplicate Bridge Community Bridge Club Olympia DBC Chicago Duplicate Bridge Lawson Bridge Studio Olympia DBC South Suburban Bridge Center Chicago Duplicate Bridge NaperDBC South Suburban Bridge Center South Suburban Bridge Center Tree Towns DBC Emmanuel Episcopal Church Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Calumet Township Center Countryside Church Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Ann Sathers Restaurant Countryside Church South Suburban Bridge Ctr Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Wesley United Methodist South Suburban Bridge Center South Suburban Bridge Center First Congregational Church Grass Root Pairs I/N Game Grass Roots Fund Pairs Club Championship Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Month Club Championship Grass Root Fund Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Charity Pairs Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots 10 Special Club Games Day/Date Time Club Loca on Event Wed - May 20 Wed - May 20 Wed - May 20 Wed - May 20 Wed - May 20 Wed - May 20 Thu - May 21 Thu - May 21 Thu - May 21 Thu - May 21 Fri - May 22 Fri - May 22 Fri - May 22 Fri - May 22 Sat - May 23 Sat - May 23 Sat - May 23 Sun - May 24 Mon - May 25 Mon - May 25 Tue - May 26 Tue - May 26 Tue - May 26 Tue - May 26 Tue - May 26 Wed - May 27 Wed - May 27 Wed - May 27 Wed - May 27 Wed - May 27 Thu - May 28 Thu - May 28 Thu - May 28 Thu - May 28 Fri - May 29 Fri - May 29 Fri - May 29 Sat - May 30 Sat - May 30 Sun - May 31 Mon - Jun 1 Mon - Jun 1 Mon - Jun 1 Tue - Jun 2 Tue - Jun 2 Tue - Jun 2 Tue - Jun 2 Tue - Jun 2 Wed - Jun 3 Wed - Jun 3 Wed - Jun 3 Wed - Jun 3 Wed - Jun 3 Thu - Jun 4 Thu - Jun 4 Thu - Jun 4 Thu - Jun 4 Thu - Jun 4 Fri - Jun 5 Fri - Jun 5 Fri - Jun 5 Sat - Jun 6 Sun - Jun 7 Mon - Jun 8 Mon - Jun 8 Mon - Jun 8 Tue - Jun 9 10:30 AM 12:15 PM 11:00 AM 6:20 PM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM 12:15 PM 6:30 PM 12:15 PM 7:00 PM 11:00 AM 10:30 AM 12:15 PM 7:15 PM 1:00 PM 11:00 AM 11:30 AM 1:00 PM 12:15 PM 7:00 PM 12:15 PM 11:00 AM 12:15 PM 7:00 PM 7:00 PM 10:30 AM 12:15 PM 11:00 AM 6:20 PM 7:00 PM 12:15 PM 6:30 PM 12:15 PM 7:00 PM 11:00 AM 12:15 PM 7:15 PM 1:00 PM 11:00 AM 1:00 PM 12:15 PM 11:00 AM 7:00 PM 12:15 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Suburban Bridge Center West Suburban Duplicate Bridge All Bridge Saints Chicago Duplicate Bridge Chicago Duplicate Bridge Chicago Duplicate Bridge Olympia DBC South Suburban Bridge Center Chicago Duplicate Bridge NaperDBC South Suburban Bridge Center South Suburban Bridge Center Tree Towns DBC Bridge In Orland Chicago Duplicate Bridge Fox Bridge Lawson Bridge Studio South Suburban Bridge Center Chicago Duplicate Bridge Chicago Duplicate Bridge Elgin DBC South Suburban Bridge Center South Suburban Bridge Center Naper No Trumpers South Suburban Bridge Center West Suburban Duplicate Bridge Chicago Duplicate Bridge Chicago Duplicate Bridge Chicago Duplicate Bridge Lawson Bridge Studio South Suburban Bridge Center Chicago Duplicate Bridge White Mountain Golf Course Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Riverside Town Hall Ann Sathers Restaurant Temple Judea Mizpah South Suburban Bridge Center Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club South Suburban Bridge Center South Suburban Bridge Center Wesley United Methodist Countryside Church South Suburban Bridge Center First Congregational Church Emmanuel Episcopal Church Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Countryside Church Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club South Suburban Bridge Center Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Wesley United Methodist South Suburban Bridge Center South Suburban Bridge Center First Congregational Church White Mountain Golf Course Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Riverside Town Hall Ann Sathers Restaurant South Suburban Bridge Center Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club South Suburban Bridge Center South Suburban Bridge Center Wesley United Methodist South Suburban Bridge Center First Congregational Church Emmanuel Episcopal Church Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Countryside Church South Suburban Bridge Center Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Wesley United Methodist South Suburban Bridge Center South Suburban Bridge Center First Congregational Church White Mountain Golf Course Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Riverside Town Hall Ann Sathers Restaurant South Suburban Bridge Center Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Elgin Centre South Suburban Bridge Center South Suburban Bridge Center Wesley United Methodist South Suburban Bridge Center First Congregational Church Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Ann Sathers Restaurant South Suburban Bridge Center Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Month Club Championship Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Team GameClub Championship Stratified Pairs Membership Game Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Charity Pairs Grass Root Swiss - Noon Lunch I/N Grass Roots Fund Game Membership Game Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Root Fund Gam Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Charity Pairs Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Month Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Team Game Grass Roots Charity Pairs Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Charity Pairs Grass Root Pairs I/N Grass Roots Fund Game Grass Roots Fund Game Club Championship Stratified Swiss NAP - Earn Red and Black Points NAP Qualifying Swiss Teams Membership NAP Red and Black Points NAP Red and Black Points Club Championship Club Championship NAP Qualifyng NAOP Qualifier Club Championship Club Championship Charity Game Charity Swiss Teams North American Pairs NAP Red, Black Points Team Game NAOP Qualifying Pairs Club Championship WBF World-Wide Bridge Contest I/N Game Open Pairs NAP Qualifying NAP Qualifying Local Charity Club Championship 11 Special Club Games Day/Date Time Club Loca on Tue - Jun 9 Tue - Jun 9 Tue - Jun 9 Wed - Jun 10 Wed - Jun 10 Wed - Jun 10 Wed - Jun 10 Wed - Jun 10 Thu - Jun 11 Thu - Jun 11 Thu - Jun 11 Thu - Jun 11 Thu - Jun 11 Fri - Jun 12 Fri - Jun 12 Fri - Jun 12 Fri - Jun 12 Sat - Jun 13 Sat - Jun 13 Sat - Jun 13 Sun - Jun 14 Mon - Jun 15 Mon - Jun 15 Mon - Jun 15 Tue - Jun 16 Tue - Jun 16 Tue - Jun 16 Tue - Jun 16 Wed - Jun 17 Wed - Jun 17 Wed - Jun 17 Wed - Jun 17 Wed - Jun 17 Thu - Jun 18 Thu - Jun 18 Thu - Jun 18 Thu - Jun 18 Fri - Jun 19 Sat - Jun 20 Sat - Jun 20 Sat - Jun 20 Sun - Jun 21 Mon - Jun 22 Mon - Jun 22 Mon - Jun 22 Tue - Jun 23 Tue - Jun 23 Tue - Jun 23 Wed - Jun 24 Wed - Jun 24 Wed - Jun 24 Wed - Jun 24 Wed - Jun 24 Thu - Jun 25 Thu - Jun 25 Thu - Jun 25 Fri - Jun 26 Fri - Jun 26 Fri - Jun 26 Fri - Jun 26 Sat - Jun 27 Sun - Jun 28 Tue - Jun 30 Tue - Jun 30 11:00 AM 12:15 PM 7:00 PM 10:30 AM 12:15 PM 11:00 AM 6:20 PM 7:00 PM 12:15 PM 6:30 PM 10:45 AM 12:15 PM 7:00 PM 11:00 AM 10:30 AM 12:15 PM 7:15 PM 11:00 AM 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Suburban Bridge Center Bridge In Orland Chicago Duplicate Bridge Fox Bridge New Eazy/Wednesday South Suburban Bridge Center Chicago Duplicate Bridge Chicago Duplicate Bridge South Suburban Bridge Center South Suburban Bridge Center South Suburban Bridge Center Chicago Duplicate Bridge Community Bridge Club Olympia DBC Chicago Duplicate Bridge Chicago Duplicate Bridge New Eazy Bridge South Suburban Bridge Center Chicago Duplicate Bridge South Suburban Bridge Center South Suburban Bridge Center Bridge In Orland Chicago Duplicate Bridge Community Bridge Club Fox Bridge South Suburban Bridge Center Chicago Duplicate Bridge Chicago Duplicate Bridge South Suburban Bridge Center Naper No Trumpers South Suburban Bridge Cen South Suburban Bridge Center West Suburban Duplicate Bridge Chicago Duplicate Bridge Chicago Duplicate Bridge NaperDBC South Suburban Bridge Center Wesley United Methodist South Suburban Bridge Center First Congregational Church White Mountain Golf Course Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Riverside Town Hall Ann Sathers Restaurant South Suburban Bridge Center Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Temple Jeremiah South Suburban Bridge Center South Suburban Bridge Center Wesley United Methodist Countryside Church South Suburban Bridge Center First Congregational Church Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Calumet Township Center Countryside Church Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Countryside Church South Suburban Bridge Center Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Wesley United Methodist South Suburban Bridge Center South Suburban Bridge Center White Mountain Golf Course Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Riverside Town Hall Temple Jeremiah South Suburban Bridge Center Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club South Suburban Bridge Center South Suburban Bridge Center South Suburban Bridge Center Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Calumet Township Center Countryside Church Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Temple Jeremiah South Suburban Bridge Center Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club South Suburban Bridge Center South Suburban Bridge Center White Mountain Golf Course Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Calumet Township Center Riverside Town Hall South Suburban Bridge Center Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club South Suburban Bridge Center Wesley United Methodist South Suburban Bridge Center South Suburban Bridge Center First Congregational Church Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Chicago Duplicate Bridge Club Wesley United Methodist South Suburban Bridge Center *STaC (Sectional Tournament at Clubs) Win silver points. **Grass Fund games. Funds raised are returned annually to the individual district in which those funds were raised to help fund Grand National Teams and NAP. ***NAP (North American Pairs) Qualifying round. Win red/black points. Finals will be in Spring 2016. 12 Event NAOP Qualifying Pairs Club Championship-Earn Extra Points STaC NAP - Red and Black Points Unit Game Charity Game awards NAP Qualifying NAP - Red and Black Points NAP Qualifying NAP Qualifying Club Championship Charity Game Team Game--Club Championship Charity Club Championship NAP Qualifying NAP Red and Black Points NAP Qualifying Pairs I/N NAP Qualifying Club Championship NAP Qualifying NAP Qualifyng Charity Game NAP Qualifyng Club Championship NAP Qualifying Club Championship Stratified Pairs NAP Red and Black Points Club Championship Wounded Warrior Charity GameNAP Qualifyng NAP - Red and Black Points Club Championship Charity Game Unit Game Club Championship Unit Game Team Game-Charity Charity Game I/N Charity Game NAP Unit Game Charity Game NAP Qualifying Club Championship NAP - Earn Red and Black Points Charity Game Charity Game Charity Game NAP Red and Black Points Charity Game ACBL Charity Pairs Club Championship NAP Red and Black Points NAP Qualifying NAP Qualifying Club Championship NAOP Qualifying Pairs Club Championship NAP Red and Black Points NAOP Qualifying Pairs I/N NAP Qualifying NAP Qualifying NAP Qualifying Pairs NAP Red and Black Points
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