CLUB OFFERS NINE-WEEK CLASS FOR NEW BRIDGE PLAYERS IN MAY
Introduction to Bridge 101 is taught at the Fort Wayne Duplicate Bridge Club, 4618 East State Blvd, Ste 101, Fort Wayne on Thursdays May 1 to June 26, 10 AM to Noon. Designed for those who have never played bridge or never fully learned the game, it focuses on bidding while also introducing play of the hand and defense. Each two-hour session includes readings, teaching, and guided bidding and play of pre-dealt bridge hands. The $50 fee (free for those aged 12-20 and prior students who can bring their textbooks) covers textbooks and all other course materials. Bridge 102 & 103 will be offered later this year. More information on LEARN page.
BOB ENYEART BECOMES LIFE MASTER!
In the recent national tournament in Memphis, Club Manager Bob Enyeart earned more than the last 10 gold points he needed to become a Life Master. In the photo above, Bob is at right with his winning team (from left ) club players Joe Shull, Dimi Cooklev, and Michael Clegg.
SAVE THE DATE! CLUB’S LONGEST DAY FUNDRAISER FOR ALZHEIMER’S IS JUNE 18
On Wednesday, June 18 our club will again hold a Longest Day party with an exciting silent auction, raffle for free games, fun food, and more. Its purpose is to raise funds for the Alzheimer’s Association’s research and free local services for those with Alzheimer’s or other dementias and their family caregivers in our area. Last year we raised more than $28,000 for this worthy cause. This year’s goal is $20,000+ and two generous players have set up a $10,000 match to help us reach it! Save the date, and consider donating now at the link below:
https://act.alz.org/site/TR/LongestDay2025/TheLongestDay?team_id=943660&pg=team&fr_id=19146
FREE 0-50 MP GAME FOR NEWER PLAYERS & THOSE TRYING DUPLICATE BRIDGE
If you have 0-50 masterpoints or want to learn how to play duplicate bridge, this free game on the 2nd and 4th Mondays every month is for you! You'll play 10-15 pre-dealt hands, with a partner supplied if you need one. Certified instructors are there to answer any questions to improve your game or make sure you understand the few differences between duplicate and social bridge. You'll learn a lot if you want to, and you'll have a lot of fun at this friendly club.
Sound good? Call Joe Shull at (260) 433-3596 with any questions.
UPCOMING PKBA SEMINAR TOPICS FOR CLUB PLAYERS
Each seminar focuses on a single topic. They are given 10:00-12:00 one Tuesday per month primarily for 0-499 MP players and 11:30-12:30 one Wednesday per month May through September primarily for Open players. Tuition is free for $50+ donors to PKBA or $5 for others. No advance registration needed.
- DISCARDS taught by Gary Chaney on Tuesday, April 8 from 10:00-12:00.
- Q&A answered by Gary Chaney on Tuesday, May 21 from 10:00-12:30.
- RESENT DEVELOPMENTS IN BIDDING THEORY--DESTRUCTIVE AUCTIONS taught by Steven Jackson on Wednesday, June 11 from 11:00-12:15.
FORT WAYNE SECTIONAL MAY 30 - JUNE 1
Mark your calendars for The Fort Wayne Sectional at our club starting May 30 - June 1st. There are games for everyone. See the attached flyer to make your plans.
OTHER CLUB NEWS
SWISS TEAM GAMES MONDAY, April 7 & 21 (1st & 3rd Mondays)
Swiss team game at 1 PM. If you need teammates, contact Director Bob Enyeart (260-438-8571 or [email protected]) for help. SEE RANKING SYSTEM
CEDAR CREEK GAMES
Cedar Creek games are 6 PM Saturdays twice monthly and once in December. Games are open to anyone with fewer than 2000 masterpoints. Partners are guaranteed to anyone with fewer than 300 masterpoints. Annual Dues are $10. To learn more, see attached. For game dates, see attached.
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF NEW FREE THURSDAY Q & A sessions
Beginning in January 2025, instead of the previously offered mini-lessons before the Thursday 1 PM mentoring game, Gary Chaney will host a free Q &A session for all interested players where questions may be asked about hands played, bidding, play of the hand, and conventions. The sessions will run weekly on Thursdays from 12:15 to 12:45 PM before the 1 PM mentoring game. Note that guaranteed partners for 0-300 MP players continue for the Thursday games.
GAME SCHEDULE
1st & 3rd Mondays of the month 1 PM
2nd & 4th Mondays of the month 1 PM
Tuesday 1 PM
Wednesday 1 PM
Thursday:
Saturday 6:00 PM
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