As all LDBC players know by now, Hurricane Milton disturbed the Sanibel Regional Tournament at the Sanibel Marriott Harbour Resort and Spa before it got properly underway. Before the tournament was officially canceled on Monday, October 7th, the first half-day of competition saw a downsized stratified game played by a small group of steadfast teams as Milton swirled around the hotel. The ACBL is trying to revive the tournament as a February substitute lest Division Nine lose its Southwest Florida regional tournament for the year. As we receive further notice, players will be updated as to how discussion on the matter of a replacement tournament progresses.
Meanwhile, the LDBC’s Opening Day for the 2024-25 season began Monday, October 14th, and proceeded smoothly. Our esteemed Director, Judy Cleveland, has returned, and seven tables of opposing pairs participated, three more than at last year’s opening. Table counts since then have stabilized at nine per week. Presently there is plenty of room for more pairs, and we hope to see the table count increase steadily as the snowbirds continue returning. New members are always invited.
All residents of The Landings and other members of the Club are welcome to attend by signing up in advance with Partnership Chair, Lynne Birdt, and arriving at the Garden Room on Monday mornings. You must be in your seat by 9 a.m., Games continue throughout the holiday season this year as no holidays fall on a Monday.
CHRISTMAS PARTY DECEMBER 2, 2024
The LDBC annual Christmas Party is scheduled for 1 p.m. on Monday, December 2, 2024, shortly after our regular 9 a.m. game concludes, in the Garden Room at the Helm Club. Sue Wotton, Club Treasurer, and Board members, Lynne Birdt, and Barb Coneys, are planning the event. The menu is similar to last year’s, and includes soup, sandwiches, soda, and chocolate! The bar will be open for those seeking additional liquid cheer.
LDBC’S NEW RUBY
LIFE MASTER, DAVE HUTSON
Finally, we have received formal word that one of our members, Dave Hutson, has reached the level of Ruby Life Master, joining our four other club Rubies— Pat Tylander, Deb Root, and Bill Ferris. Congratulations, Dave!
