Seriously Social Bridge

with Denise Dodd

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

eNewsletter No. 34                                                                       June 2008

 

Ph: (07) 3359 1285   Mob: 0409 591 285 

email: denise@seriouslysocialbridge.com.au

www.seriouslysocialbridge.com.au

 

Bridge Program

Come with a partner or just turn up.  $10 per player

 

Monday   10 -1 pm                                             Queensland Cricketers’ Club

                                                            411 Vulture St. E Brisbane (Free parking –                                                                                                                    enter from Main Street)

 

Tuesday   1 - 4 pm                                             Uniting Church, Kedron

                                                                                    Cnr Rode & Gympie Rd

                                                                                    (Free parking & afternoon tea)

 

Wed       10 - 1 pm                                           Brisbane Sailing Club

                                                                                    Quay Street, Bulimba

                                                                                    (Free parking & morning tea)

 

Friday      10 -1 pm                                             Carindale Hotel , Malouf Room

                                                                                    (Best free parking under DJ’s )

 

 

PARKING AT THE CRICKETERS:  NO BRIDGE MON 9 JUNE – PUBLIC HOL

Please be aware that if the members’ car park is full, there is ample parking in the Vulture St car park.  It is located just before the 7 Eleven store and has a sign “Private Parking”.  It is then an easy stroll across the road to the venue.  If you are held up in traffic or late for any other reason, please call me (0409 591 285) so that I can make the necessary arrangements.

 

 

INTERMEDIATE CLASSES

 

When:                 Wednesdays, 11th, 18th & 25th June

Time:                  1.45 pm – 2.45 pm

Where:                Brisbane Sailing Squadron, Quay St. Bulimba

Subjects:           Preemptive openings & responses   (11th)

                             Overcalls & advances                          (18th)

                             Takeout doubles & advances             (25th)

Cost:                            $10 per person

 

Make a day of it and come for a morning game, afterwards a tasty lunch at the Qld. Sporting Club opposite, followed by the lesson.  And of course, you are welcome to come for the lesson only.

 

If you live on the north side (as I do) think about car pooling or catching the ferry to Bulimba.  If you telephone me (0409 591 285) on your arrival, I can arrange to collect you.  (Otherwise 5 min walk).

 

If you are intending to come to any of these lessons, please keep the above details, as there will be no other reminders due to time frame. Thank you.

 

 

OTHER INTERMEDIATE LESSONS

At this time, I am thinking of two classes at the QCC towards the end of July (perhaps 14th and 28th) as I will be away during the week of the 21st on the Great Train Journey to Longreach.

 

Intermediate classes for Kedron and Carindale will probably be scheduled in August.  I am unable to do classes at Kedron earlier, due to the fact I have beginner classes there in the mornings until the end of June.

 

BRIDGE BREAKAWAYS

The South Pacific cruise was a great success.  Thanks in no part to Trevor, our friendly Director, and the interaction of the group.  Some did not know each other to begin with, but we all left with new friends.  There was great joie de vivre, something dished out in dollops during our visit to the Noumea Bridge Club. Thank you to everyone who took part in this memorable event.  We will be repeating this journey in early 2009.

 

The 5th – 18th December NZ trip will be a marvellous opportunity to cruise one of the great Superliners visiting Australia.  See me or visit my website for more information or call Seniors Holiday Travel on freecall 1800 300 999 and ask for Susie who looks after our Bridge Breakaways.  Sailing + Bridge = magic!

 

 

“Doubles Anyone?”

 

You hold this hand:                            ♠7

                                                            ♥A64

                                                            ♦AKJ43

                                                            ♣KJ54

 

And the bidding proceeds with 1H on your right.  Your bid.  (Answer below)

 

Welcome to guests

I am delighted when people visit a Seriously Social venue because they found my website or heard about our friendly approach.  It’s even better when you return!  So to all those people who have turned up to play, occasionally or often – welcome!  If you enjoyed the experience, no doubt it was mutual.  Come again.

 

Gift Selection

I have a small but interesting selection of bridge gifts for sale. These include quality pens with 4 suits motif, “Piatnik” playing cards (excellent quality and value) “Croupier visors” with bridge symbols, aprons, tote bags, hand beaded evening bags (with bridge symbols) brooches and earrings.  All well priced.

 

Sponsor – “Serene Connections”

Leisha Du Bois is a remedial Massage Therapist. She has agreed to become a SSB Sponsor for a further twelve months.  She is a very special person.  

Support those who support bridge. Tel: 0410 334 599

 

“Red Door Home Maintenance”  

Available for general maintenance, renovations, carpentry, painting, security solutions, etc.  – BN 200 250 38.  Highly recommended. References available. Competitive rates. Phone Roderick on 3366 8474 or mobile 0400 401 223.

 

 

Answer to question above:

Some players think they have to make a Takeout double to show 16+ points - not so.  And to double 1H holding a singleton spade is asking for trouble.  AN OVERCALL DOES NOT DENY A GOOD HAND.  This is a hand where you bid 2D.  If partner cannot make a move over your overcall, then you are probably not going anywhere anyway. Keep it simple, don’t make “off shape” doubles.

 

If you are confused about when to overall and when to make a Takeout double, think about the upcoming lessons which will clarify these two important points.

 

 

Enjoy life, give more, keep it simple, love bridge                   Denise