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News Archive 2005 (January - December)

Gifts delivered to Head Start  
On Friday, December 16^th, Pat and Vivian Heading, George Fryburg and Peggy Snyder delivered approximately 120 gifts from our club to the Head Start Program.  

Pat reports:  “We helped pass out gifts on a per class basis and took plenty of pictures.  It was a heartwarming experience with many thanks from the kids and staff.  The extra gifts will be given to children that were not present at the time of the party and also, some will be used at the school for daily use.  The teachers were very gratified to see such generosity. 

All together we received $570.00 for gifts.  Vivian purchased about 36 gifts and spent $405.00.  I presented a check to the manager for $165.00 to be used for classroom supplies."

On a personal level, Pat and Vivian expressed thanks for being able to “represent the club for this effort.  We both enjoy doing it and would like to express to the club our thanks and the thanks we get from the Head Start staff and kids.”

Thanks to Pat, Vivian, George and Peggy for representing our club and touching the hearts of the children at Head Start.  Thanks to all our membership for their generosity and kindness.  There were many special moments at Head Start on Friday, felt by adult and child alike. Magical moments are rare, wonderful and remembered.  Be sure to ask Pat, Vivian, George and Peggy for some stories.  More photos

Christmas Party Monday, Dec 12^th
Our Christmas Party held on Monday, December 12^th,2005 was a huge success.  A delicious meal preceded the game with 32^½ tables played in three sections-- two Open and a 299^er. 

The Entertainment Committee was responsible for the planning and preparation of the meal which included many side dishes and desserts contributed by our members ... everything was perfect.  Thank you all. 

The winners in each section won a Darryl Sauer picture. We thank Darryl for his generosity in donating his art.  Pictures



Scott Weiss and Bruce Ohmann were overall winners in the Open Sections with a 73.38% game!  Don Metler and Nancy Van Patten were 2^nd and  Norma Harrison and Shannon Schneider were 3^rd overall. 

In the 299^er section, the overall winners were Gloria Ridenour and John Ridenour followed by Vivian Heading and Evelyn Farnan in 2^nd and James Sygenda and La Verne Sygenda third.

Section  B  North-South 

Gloria Ridenour - John Ridenour

James Sygenda - La Verne Sygenda

Nancy Pirtle - Norma Bartholomew

Neil McCall - Mary Ann Echelberry

Ann Poteet - Jim Poteet
Chester Masztak - Arlene Dawson

Section B East-West
Vivian Heading - Evelyn Farnan
 Mary Rizzi - Vivian Davis
 Marianne Claysmith - Lorraine Whitney
 Sally Romkey - Maryann Corley
 Murray Goldberg - Roger Koehler
 David Wager - Terry Wager
 Tim Bober - M Patricia Hays

Section  A  North-South
Norma Harrison - Shannon Schneider
Robert Dennard - Linda Miller
Carolyn Foster - James Caylor
Ike Lethcoe - Lorne Mac Monagle

Section  A  East-West
Scott Weiss - Bruce Ohmann
Sidney Sandifer - Misuzu McManus
John Sterling - Judy Mathis
Doris Katz - Mitzi Walstrum

Section  C  North-South
Gene Rector - Betty Morgan
Candace Fowler Griffey - Joseph Reeves
Mary Lockwald - Donald Beecher
Martha Easter - Judith Shinn
Jonathon Robbins - Connie Hrabchak

Section  C  East-West
Don Metler - Nancy Van Patten
Lynn Brown - Robert Renuart
Earl Brown - Maggie Brown
Allen Land - Wayne Whalen
Bill McManus - Edmund Pantalone
Frank Fisher - Jeff Ledewitz

Club receives books from Arlette Schutte Library
The Daytona Metropolitan Bridge Club has received a large donation of books as "a gift from the Bridge Library of Arlette Schutte."  We are deeply grateful for this generous gift.  Arlette was involved in the early ACBL education programs; she was a great teacher as well as a student of the game. With this gift, she continues to educate us.  Thanks Arlette.  (Nov 20, 2005)

Arlette Schutte Memorial Swiss Game
The Arlette Schutte Memorial Swiss Game will be played Friday night, November 11th.  A dinner will be served at 6;00 PM with the game starting at 7:00 PM.  Please sign up at the club on the white board.  It will be the normal Friday Night format: come as a pair and teams are randomly drawn. 
 
Please read the ACBL tribute to Arlette:  http://www.acbl.org/newsarchive/ArletteKurzSchutte.htm


New Table for Club - Thanks Joe Reeves!
Joe and Esther Reeves returned to Daytona in early October and brought the beautiful new table you see at our club.  The tables length is a fraction of an inch shorter than the back of Joe's truck and the height is both 28" and 31".  He accomplished this feat by having a 3 inch segment on each leg which can be unscrewed. Very impressive Joe! It's a beautiful table and we owe him a big thanks.
(Posted October 16, 2005)

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Where's Joe Reeves?
And what's he doing?
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Joe is in Ohio and sent this picture to Gail Rust with the explanation "one of the maintenance crew of the Metro Bridge Club turning a table leg (this in lieu of actually playing bridge)"  Joe Reeves made the beautiful furniture used by the Game Directors and, is working on a new table for our club. We admire Joe's craftsmanship, appreciate his generosity and delight in using his creations.  We are very lucky to have him as a member of our club and miss him when he's at the furniture factory in Ohio.  Thank you Joe and we look forward to you and Esther returning this fall.  (Posted August 31, 2005)

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Pro-Am:  Fun, Fun, Fun!     Pictures    Hands (PDF)

Everyone had a great time at our 2nd Pro-Am game held on August 9th, 2005.  As the winners were announced, smiles, cheers and excitement filled the room.  The enthusiastic reactions demonstrated the success of the event and fun that was had by all. 

The day started with a terrific lunch at 12:20 prepared and served Judy McCall, Misuzu McManus, Betty Sandifer and Betty Bayard.  We appreciate all their hard work and thank them for it.  Thanks, also, to everyone who contributed or brought in side dishes, desserts and drinks.  Delicious!  Just wonderful!

Partnerships were drawn at 1:00 by Candy Griffey giving the partners time to go over their convention cards before the game at 1:30.  The 17 tables were divided into two sections of 8 and 9 tables. 

See you at the next Pro-Am.  It's Fun!  (Posted August 10, 2005)

Kirby Baker and Matie Ellery win Jackpot AGAIN!
A 60.88% game was enough to win the $20 Jackpot on Tuesday, July 12th for Matie Ellery and Kirby Baker; the icing on the cake was a 1st place finish.  It was the second time in two weeks that Matie and Kirby won the Jackpot.  Nice game, good day.  (Posted July 18, 2005)

Matie Ellery and Kirby Baker win $100 Jackpot!!On Tuesday, June 28th, Matie Ellery and Kirby Baker won the $100 Jackpot with a 58.8% game.  They are the first winners since March and we are very proud of them.   Players with less than 300 points need a 58% game to win.  

Tuesday afternoon is a fun game and it can be profitable too.  So join us on Tuesdays.
(Posted June 28, 2005)

Sunday Swiss - June 12th
Silver Points and Sterling Lunch
The Sunday Swiss had 11 teams competing in two sections and the winners were ... everyone!  Sarah Ash and her trusted assistant, Wayne Ash,  prepared a simply wonderful lunch enjoyed by all.  Thank you Sarah and Wayne for your creativity and hard work.  It was perfect.

 
New postcard from Max and Betty Bayard April 17, 2005.  

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Our Columns & Articles page is inaugurated today with June Byrne's monthly column "Advancing Bridge Forum."  We thank June not only for this column but also for her many contributions to our club. (April 2, 2005) 

Bob Dennard and Bruce Ohmann won the $40 jackpot on Tuesday, March 15th with a 71.11% game.  Nice game guys!   March 16,2005

New EasyBridge Pictures  - Click here

March 1st & 2nd - Tuesday and Wednesday.  Free Luncheon before the afternoon games starts around 12:30 PM.  Come and enjoy! 

Jackpot Winners
 

Mar 15, 2005	Bob Dennard & Bruce Ohmann	A	71.11%	$40
Jun 28, 2005	Matie Ellery & Kirby Baker	C	58.8%	$100
Jul 12, 2005	Matie Ellery & Kirby Baker	C	60.88%	$20
July 26, 2005	Carl Cunningham & Bill McManus	B	63.78%	$20

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New Year's Eve Party     Pictures
A delicious meal, good friends, and bridge ... a perfect way to welcome in the New Year! Max and Betty Bayard, Sarah and Wayne Ash and Neil and Judy McCall cooked turkeys, decorated the club and organized the scrumptious potluck dinner. Thanks for making it a special evening and thanks to everyone for the delicious side dishes, appetizers, deserts and drinks.

We had 15 tables, 9 in the Open Section and 6 in the Limited.  A number of door prizes were drawn during the evening.  Thanks to everyone for coming and making it a wonderful evening.

In the Limited Game, Julie Scaggs-Chibe and Bill Nolan came in first N-S with Gene and Beverly Pillot second.  Vivian Heading and Evelyn Farnan were first E-W, Betty Miller and Esther Reeves
 were second, with Wayne and Sarah Ash third.

Kathy and Jay Baum, friends of Candy Griffey, joined us and felt so at home, they came in first N-S with a 66% game.  Kathy and Candy are old friends meeting before man walked on the moon. We enjoyed meeting Kathy and Jay, hope they come back soon,  and wish them well in the New year.  Also, good luck to their Iowa Hawkeyes in the Outback Bowl (but with due deference to our Florida fans, we do not wish too much luck to Iowa!)

Coming in second N-S were Linda Miller and Martha Easter with Bill Farnan and Marvin Kindy third.

E-W, Candy Griffey and Joe Reeves, were first with a 64% game. Max and Betty Bayard were second and coming in third were Vivian Davis and Norma Bartholomew.

Happy New Year!
(Jan 1, 2006)

ACBL CEO here for New Year's Eve Party
 
 Jay Baum, ACBL CEO, and his wife Kathy will attend our New Year's Eve Party on Saturday, December 31^st.  We are delighted they are joining us. 

Jay and Kathy, both from Iowa and loyal Hawkeye fans, will attend the Outback Bowl on January 2nd where Iowa plays Florida.  Fellow Iowan, Candy Griffey,  will join them for the game.  Candy and Kathy are long-time friends and bridge partners.  In the Atlanta Nationals this past July, their team came in 2nd in the prestigious Wagar Knockouts.

We extend a warm welcome to Jay and Kathy. (Dec 17, 2005)

Webmaster observation:  Most people from Iowa look up to Minnesota

A message from ...
GARY and LYNDA SWENSON want to thank everyone at the Daytona Metropolitan Bridge Club for your warm hospitality and willingness to help us play a better bridge game or find a good place to eat in the area.  We will continue to come back about the same time each year and hope that some of you will someday come to Wichita Falls, TX (our legal residence), Ruidoso, NM (our Summer home from early July to early October each year), or to Wilmington, Delaware (we've just got us a place there to be near our younger daughter).  Please be sure to call us before coming (940-781-9999 or e-mail lyndaswen@aol.com) and we'll give you assistance on where to eat, places to play bridge during your stay, or try to answer your other general questions about the area.

Thanks to all of your directors (we really like the lessons and professionalism of all of you).  There are many others we would like to thank but don't want to leave anyone out and so until next year or until you come to a place where we are.  Goodbye. (Nov 20, 2005)

(Thanks Gary and Lynda. We are delighted you came, saddened you left and warmed by the thought of your return.)

Congratulations to John Dunlap who recently earned his Life Master.  (November 9, 2005)

Election Results
Our three new Board Members elected on Nov 7, 2005 are: Bruce Ohmann, Judith McCall and John Dunlap.  Congratulations!  We appreciate the efforts of the Election Committee and thank all the candidates for running.  Our next Board meeting is Monday, Nov 14, 2005.

Daytona Regional (Oct 31^st - Nov 6^th) Results
Bob Dennard and Bruce Ohmann were the top point winners at the Daytona Regional.  Good tournament guys!!
Results on Unit 128 Site    Our Club Members only

Daytona Sectional Numbers
19.90- Top Point winner: Betty Sandifer
33- Number of Swiss Teams
220 - Number of tables
223- People winning points
5,179- Steps taken by caddy:  Susan Hagey

Daytona Sectional Sept 15^th - 18^th
The Daytona Fall Sectional was a huge success.  Our friends from Jacksonville, Orlando, St. Augustine, Deland, south Florida and as far away as England joined our club members for four days of bridge.  The friendly atmosphere, excellent bridge and superb meals and snacks all played a part in the tournament's success.    more pictures

Our tournament director, Patty Johnson , ran a very smooth and efficient operation which everyone appreciated.   Candy Griffey, our Tournament Chairperson, did a super job in planning and managing the tournament.   Thanks to both Patty and Candy.

The final event, the Felix Shiffman Memorial Swiss Teams Game, was played on Sunday with 33 teams!  Lillian Shiffman, her children and grandchildren prepared and served wonderful lunch and desserts for us as a tribute to Felix and his love for bridge and our club.  It was very kind of them and we deeply appreciate it.  Lynn Berg made moving remarks about Felix and his love of bridge.  Unit 128 Tournament Results

BridgeScore has the tournament results posted by date.   
(posted Sept. 19, 2005)       Flyer   PDF

16 Teams in STAC Sunday Swiss

The final event of the District 9 STAC week was a Swiss team game held on Sunday, August 28^th.  Sixteen teams played with ten teams in the Open Section and six in the under-500.  A nice lunch was served and enjoyed by all. 

We enjoyed seeing our out-of-town friends from Jacksonville, St Augustine and New Smyrna Beach and want to thank them for coming. You are always welcome!

In the Open Section:
1st: Bruce Ohmann, Bob Dennard, Scott Weiss, John Msochella
2nd: Brian Gunnell, John Brady, Craig Hemphill, John Landry
3rd: Spike Lay, Marilynn Garcia, Candy Griffey, Larry Griffey
4th: Bill Page, Betty Morgan, Liz Fujii, Gene Rector
5th: Betty Sandifer, Linda Miller, Joanne Behr, Sam Behr

In the Under-500 Section:
1st: Lynn Brown, Sid Sandifer, Misuzu McManus & husband
2nd: John Dunlap, Bert Kabath, Roger Koehler, Don Metler
1st in B: Wayne & Sarah Ash, Gloria & John Ridenour

Nice games everyone!                    (Posted August 28, 2005)

Congratulations to Judy McCall who earned her Life Master at the recent Clearwater Regional playing with her husband Neil McCall.  (August 23, 2005)

Our Club at Denver Nationals - Nov 2005
The Nationals were held in Denver during November 2005 and our research department (Misuzu) has collected the following facts: Spike Lay led our contingent with 35+ points, followed by Marilyn Garcia (33), Lynn Brown (28), Candy Griffey (20), Evelyn Farnam (16) and Bill Farnam (8).  A great showing for our club ... now, will the points be evenly distributed to all our members who have paid their dues for 2006?  Ask Spike.

Our Club at Boca Raton Regional
At the Boca Raton Regional held September 5-11, 2005 Bruce Ohmann and Bob Dennard won 86 points in four days coming in first twice and coming in second twice in knockouts ... a great performance guys!  Linda Miller and Betty Sandifer also were  point winners.  (Posted September 14, 2005)

Our Club at the Clearwater Regional
At the Clearwater Regional held August 15 - 21, 2005, Bob Dennard and Bruce Ohmann were our club's leading point winners, each earning 47+  points. 

As you know, Regional tournaments award red and gold points both required for your Life Master.  Judy McCall won the gold she needed her Life Master and we are very proud of her. 

Other point winners from our club were: Linda Miller, Betty Sandifer, Spike Lay, Candace Griffey, Larry Griffey, Judy McCall, Neil McCall, and Wayne Whalen.  (August 23, 2005)

Our Club at the Jacksonville Sectional

Our club members did well at the Jacksonville Sectional held August 11 - 14, 2005.  Six of the top 30 point winners were from our club: Larry Griffey (3rd overall), Candace Griffey, Spike Lay, Shirley Townley, Bruce Ohmann and Gail Rust. 

Other winners included: Betty Sandifer, Eugene Joly, Wayne Whalen, Marilyn Garcia, Linda Miller, Ed Martin, Clyde Benoy, John McElroy and Jeanne Spletzer.  Nice going folks!

Our Club at the Atlanta NABC

The Summer North American Bridge Championships (NABC) were held in Atlanta between July 21^st and July 31^st.  We were well represented by our club members with Candy Griffey leading the pack by winning over 87 points!   Spike Lay (75), Marilyn Garcia (45), Bill Farnan, Larry Griffey, Bob Dennard, Bruce Ohmann, Max and Betty Bayard all won more than 20 points. 

Others having a fine tournament were Lynn Brown, Bob Renuart, Eugene Joly, John and Gloria Ridenour, Gail Rust, Mary Lockwald, Martha Easter, Frederica McCafferty and Connie Treloar. Well done everyone! 

Betty and Max Bayard teamed with Ann and Eugene Richmond from Birmingham who they met on their recent Hawaiian cruise;  Ann and Eugene attended Betty lessons and Max's game.  "We struck up a nice friendship," Max reports, "played bridge often on the cruise, and agreed we'd get together at an occasional tournament. Hence, the Knockouts in Atlanta."  They had a wonderful time and did well playing Knockouts.  (Posted August 7, 2005)

Patriot's Day: 19 Full Tables and a Yummy Lunch
The Club's first Patriot's Day lunch and game was held Tuesday, July 5th.  An Open section and an Under 299 section combined for a total of 19 tables. 

In the Open section, Spike Lay and Marilyn Garcia won N-S with a 64% game while Don Beecher and Charles Dodd won E-W with 62% game. 

In the 299er section, Mary Wirtz and Judith Andrews were first with a 58.75% game close behind were David and Terry Wager with 57.92%.

Thanks to Misuzu McManus, Sarah Ash and Judith McCall who organized and prepared a wonderful lunch which included many delicious dishes brought in by our Club members.  It was a real team effort.  Thanks everyone.  (Posted July 5, 2005)

Tuesday, August 9th Pro-Am Game - Sign up at the club as a single and the director will establish all Pro-Am Pairs. Plan to have fun playing with someone at a different level.  Each "Am" will be partnered with a local "Pro" for an enjoyable learning experience.  Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to improve your bridge game and have an enjoyable afternoon.  A tasty lunch featuring a Greek Salad, Baked Ham and an assortment of side dishes and desserts will be served around 12:20.  At 1:00 PM, you meet with your partner and fill out your convention cards with the game starting at 1:30 PM.  Please sign up by Friday, August 5th.  (July 3, 2005)

Good week for Bob Durand: wins 6 consecutive events
By any standard, Bob Durand had a good week at our club.  Starting on June 9th, Bob won 6 consecutive events playing with four different partners and had a 60% or better game each time!!  Well done, Bob!  Bob's partners were: Bob Aumiller, Don Beecher, Ralph Lymburner and John Sterling.  Nice going guys!
(Posted June 24, 2005)

Bruce Ohmann and Bob Dennard win 12 matches
At the Palm Beach Gardens Regional, Bruce Ohmann and Bob Dennard won 12 straight matches on their way to winning three Bracketed Knockouts and 66+ Gold Points.  Way to go guys!  (Posted June 6, 2005)

Congratulations to Marilyn Garcia who became a Diamond Life Master at the Gatlinburg Regional.  A Diamond Life Master has 5,000 points!!  (April 21, 2005)

Congratulations to Sid Sandifer who earned his Life Master at Gatlinburg Friday, April 15th.  Playing knockouts with Sid were John Layton, MaryLou Swinburne and Shelby Chapdelaine.  (April 15, 2005)

Congratulations to our new Life Masters:  Phyllis Emerson, Misuzu McManus and Jeanne Spletzer.  They earned their gold cards during the Orlando Regional.  We are very happy for them as well as very proud of them.  We hope to have further announcements.  (April 3, 2005)

 A New Discussion Forum is now available for our club members.  You can post questions or comments in this area and other club members can respond.  If you have a question about a convention, how to bid a hand, when to call the director --- post it on the Discussion Forum and hopefully, you'll get answers.  People will respond to your posting and others may respond to their postings.  And soon, we'll get some good discussions going which will be of interest to others.  Learn how to use the discussion forum. 

Messages on the forum are grouped into categories which initially have been set as: Conventions, Bidding, Director Call, Hands, Books, Leads & Signals, Card Play, Convention Card and General Interest.

We hope this forum becomes as useful resource for our members and we encourage everyone to post messages, respond to postings or just read and enjoy the discussions.  Direct questions and comments to Webmaster. March 18. 2005

Tuesday, July 5th Lunch and Game
On Tuesday, July 5th, we will have a lunch at 12:30 and a game with two separate sections (0-299 and Open) starting at 1:30 PM.  Please sign up at the club so we'll have a head count for planning the lunch.   There will be a separate signup sheet, if you can bring a salad, dessert, side dish and such.  The Tuesday morning people are encouraged to stay for lunch and also, to play in the afternoon game in a separate 0 - 299 section. 

We are looking forward to seeing everyone so please plan to be there.  If your regular partner is out of town, call the club and the Bridge Directors will find you a partner. (Posted June 19, 2005)

Tuesday, March 22^nd    Free Lunch around 12:30 PM before the afternoon game.  Everyone is invited.  Tuesday morning players: please stay for lunch and of course, you are always welcome to play in the afternoon.   If you would like to bring a dish, please do.  See you there! 

(Click to enlarge) Check out our St. Patrick's Day pictures!  Click here.   March 17, 2005

Our Club's library is now open so feel free to check a book out.  We also encourage you to donate bridge books you no longer need to our library.  Thanks!

Our new EasyBridge workshop starts Friday morning at 9:15 on February 25th.  Contact Peg Lupo for more information  (Click Contact button on menu bar).

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