Walter Driscoll, Dori Senerchia, Len Strang, Joanne Tulimieri, & Wendy Zimman-Smith

   Sad News:  Constance Brown passed away on April 30.  A dear bridge friend to all of us, who brightened the lives of everyone who knew her.

Message from Merry Ray:  Connie had been in failing health for a few years, but certainly persevered as was her character through and through.  We will all miss her, especially her dear husband, Fred.

It was such fun beginning the Belmont Bridge Club (6/30/10).  Connie was one of the founders, along with myself and Ethel Hamann.   How I wish we could turn the clock back. 

The Wednesday game was an integral part of our lives, offering companionship as well as a fun morning of bridge for Belmont residents and others. 

Advance Notice of Bridge Closings at St Camillus –

Due to Marlboro tournament: 

Thursday, May 19, 12:30 PM: The game at St Camillus, Arlington is Cancelled.  The 12:40 game on BBO is NOT Cancelled and is Open to everyone.

Note: Newcomer Game on Thursday, May 19 will be held as scheduled – 9:30 to 11:30 AM at St Camillus.

Friday, May 20, 12:30 PM: The game at St Camillus, Arlington is Cancelled.   The 12:40 game on BBO is NOT Cancelled and is Open to everyone.

Due to Arlington High School Graduation: 

Thursday, May 26, 12:30 PM: The game at St Camillus, Arlington is Cancelled.  The 12:40 game on BBO is NOT Cancelled and is Open to everyone.

Note: Newcomer Game on Thursday, May 26, at St Camillus is also  Cancelled. 

Due to Memorial Day Holiday: 

Monday, May 30, 12:30 PM: The game at St Camillus, Arlington is Cancelled.   The 12:40 game on BBO is NOT Cancelled and is Open to everyone.

Note: For Memorial Day (Monday, May 30), the usual schedule for bridge games will be followed – online and at St Camillus.

Closing Dates:

NEW LESSONS

BEGINNER CLASSES

              with Elizabeth Gompels

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PLAY BRIDGE (at St Camillus)

6 Tuesdays, 10:00 – 12 noon

April 26 – May 31

LEARN BRIDGE (at Gibbs School)

7 Wednesdays, 7:00 – 9:00 PM

April 27 – June 8

PLAY BRIDGE - DEFENSE (online)

4 Wednesdays, 1:00 – 3:00 PM

April 27 – May 18

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Notice of games playing Face to Face

Family Friendly Bridge Club is an ACBL sanctioned duplicate bridge club in Arlington Massachusetts.  

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We aspire to provide the friendliest and most relaxed competitive duplicate bridge games in the greater Boston area.  We want to be your club of choice!  

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Our games are open to all level players, with masterpoints awarded to high finishers in every stratification.  We participate in The Common Game, playing the same deals as clubs all over the country. You can see how your results stack up against hundreds of other pairs, read expert hand analysis and “Kibitz the Pros.”

We especially encourage newcomers and people visiting the area to come play duplicate bridge with us.

We care about each other and our greater community.  In addition to enjoying duplicate bridge games with our friends, we try to be good community citizens through club outreach and charity.   

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Notice of games playing Face to Face

BELMONT BRIDGE CLUB    9:30 am  Wednesday
The bridge game in Belmont at 266 Beech St. is Face to Face and is in full swing at this facility.  We have coffee and refreshments.     
Belmont duplicate bridge will continue online pooling with Family Friendly Bridge Club.

WINCHESTER BRIDGE CLUB       7:00 pm  Wednesday
This bridge game plays in the lower church of St Camillus.
There is no longer a game online.
 

Nationals  
              NEW ENGLAND

For Newer Players:

Opportunities to Play Bridge:

At St Camillus Church, Thursday, 9:30 AM, 12 boards, 20-minute lesson at beginning of the session, “Restricted”, must be Skill Level = Novice or Beginner.

There will be more opportunities available after

January 1 – Games restricted to new players only.    Look for the announcements in the future.

FFBC  offers an open duplicate bridge every Monday, Thursday, & Friday at 12:30 pm. We play between 20 - 24 boards  

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Bob Gaudet runs a Newcomer Game on Thursday mornings from 9:30 to 11:30 am.  He starts with a 20-minute mini-lesson and then plays roughly 9 hands.  Masterpoints are awarded.  Since this is an educational opportunity, you can use your notes, and even ask questions when you get "stuck".  Partners are always available.  

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FFBC also offers Drop-In Bridge: on Tuesday evening, 6:30 – 9:30 PM.  All skill levels are invited to come and play bridge with some very friendly and welcoming players. 

You will make some new friends and enjoy a relaxing evening. 

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The cost is $10.00 for a Duplicate Bridge Game (18-24 boards).   

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Coffee and snacks are provided at the duplicate games.

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Where:  We play in the lower level of St Camillus Church, 1175 Concord Turnpike (Route 2) in Arlington MA. Please don't park in the two rows closest to the church. There is a handicap accessible entrance with elevator on the Dow Avenue side of the church.   

Fees:  Games cost $10. 

Need a partner?  Use our easy PlayMates program (click here), or contact Bob Gaudet, our Club Director, in advance if possible, or just come to the game 15 minutes early, and we'll accommodate you.

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Questions?  Please contact Bob Gaudet, our Club Director, at 339-223-6484 or by email (bridgeleader@yahoo.com).