7th April

A quieter week last week at the club – no Grand Slams or additions to the 70% Club. We welcomed Ann Phillips back for a short stay over the Easter holidays but sadly said au-revoir to Jo & Richard.

A gentle reminder – if you have put your names down to play and cannot please let the Club know – email the Club or WhatsApp JSBSC – it is frustrating for the director waiting for you to sort out a movement – common courtesy.

On Thursday we will reconvene our Social Bridge starting at 2pm thru to the end of June. You can turn up without a partner. Please tell your friends.

A sheet is up to find if there is any interest in holding a Tournament after the AGM, 4^th May, – please sign-up if you are interested; also the agenda and Committee Nomination form for our AGM is now on the notice board; and a sheet for signing up for the Quiz on the 11^th May is now on the notice board – Colin once again is our Quiz Master.

Bridge bookings for w/c 8^th & 15^th April are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

Monday 29^th April – Committee Meeting

Saturday 4^th May – AGM/Tournament

Saturday 11^th May – Quiz Night

Saturday 1^st June – Summer Party

 The following has a birthday the first half of April – happy birthday to Chris Smith on the 12^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

3rd March

Another steady week last week at the club – results for Valentine’s and Friday 23^rd February are now on the website. We are pleased to inform you that Keith has had his heart operation and is now at home recuperating; and, also pleased to say that Jo & Richard Smyth are back with us. Over the next couple of weeks, we should see more of our Brexiteers returning to Javea.

We are training more people to score – if anyone would like to learn please let Sue know and she will arrange teach-ins.

Social bridge started last Thursday, and it was lovely to have Brian & Pam Fox with us – great for Pam to get out and also to help Brian. This Thursday we have another session – all welcome – just turn up by 2pm and a partner will be found for you.

If you have any signs of a cold or a cough, please stay away from the Club. Also, we would remind you to wear another layer or two at the club during this cold spell.

Bridge bookings for w/c 4^th & 11^th March are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

Friday 8^th March – Committee Meeting

Saturday 4^th May – AGM

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

10th March

Another steady week last week at the club. We send our regards to Maureen Guy who is recovering from her knee operation – hope to see you back at the club soon. We are still waiting for someone to bid a grand slam for 2024 and more entries for the 70% Club.

The committee held a meeting last week – bulletin will be available next week. Key points arising – we are introducing a card payment for subs and table money shortly – we would encourage members to use this to save us dealing with so much cash. Payment at the bar will still be cash. Dates for your diaries – Quiz Night on Saturday 11^th May – sign-up sheet up and Summer Party on Saturday 1^st June. A sheet is going up to find if there is any interest in holding a tournament after the AGM, 4^th May, – please sign-up if you are interested. The agenda and Committee Nomination form for our AGM will be on the notice board next week. Our Easter Tournament, with prizes, will be on Friday 29^th March.

If you have any signs of a cold or a cough, please stay away from the Club. Also, we would remind you to wear another layer or two at the club during this cold spell.

Bridge bookings for w/c 11^th & 18^th March are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

Monday 29th April - Committee Meeting

Saturday 4^th May – AGM/Tournament

Saturday 11^th May – Quiz Night

Saturday 1^st June – Summer Party

The following have birthdays at the end of March – happy birthday to Anne Muir on the 28^th and Edda on the 29^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

17th March

Another steady week last week at the club. We welcomed Susan back last week after her long trip to Oz and there will be more “old” face Brexiteers returning this week. We are still waiting for someone to bid a grand slam for 2024 and more entries for the 70% Club.

A sheet is up to find if there is any interest in holding a Tournament after the AGM, 4^th May, – please sign-up if you are interested; also the agenda and Committee Nomination form for our AGM is now on the notice board; and a sheet for signing up for the Quiz on the 11^th May is now on the notice board.

Make sure you have your names up for the Easter Tournament on Friday 29^th March with Easter themed prizes and make sure you buy one of the lottery names.

If you have any signs of a cold or a cough, please stay away from the Club. Also, we would remind you to wear another layer or two at the club during this cold spell.

Bridge bookings for w/c 18^th & 25^th March are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

Monday 29^th April – Committee Meeting

Saturday 4^th May – AGM/Tournament

Saturday 11^th May – Quiz Night

Saturday 1^st June – Summer Party

 The following have birthdays at the end of March – happy birthday to Anne Muir on the 28^th and Edda on the 29^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

24th March

A busier week last week with some of our Brexiteers returning. Congratulations to Chris & Kjell for taking the hint of last week’s message and bidding our 1^st grand slam of 2024 – 7NT on Friday; now who is going to add their name to the 70% Club!!

We’d also like to thank Chris & Kjell for repairing the bar and also “oiling” it – looks much better. Pleased to have several positive comments about repositioning it back to where the bar was originally – easier for emptying the dishwasher, putting supplies underneath and lastly 2 or 3 people can serve at the same time.

A sheet is up to find if there is any interest in holding a Tournament after the AGM, 4^th May, – please sign-up if you are interested; also the agenda and Committee Nomination form for our AGM is now on the notice board; and a sheet for signing up for the Quiz on the 11^th May is now on the notice board.

Make sure you have your names up for the Easter Tournament on Friday 29^th March with Easter themed prizes and make sure you buy one of the lottery names.

Bridge bookings for w/c 25^th March & 1^st April are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

Monday 29^th April – Committee Meeting

Saturday 4^th May – AGM/Tournament

Saturday 11^th May – Quiz Night

Saturday 1^st June – Summer Party

 The following have birthdays at the end of March – happy birthday to Anne Muir on the 28^th and Edda on the 29^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

31st March

Another busy week last week and congratulations to John & Peter for taking the hint of last week’s message and joining the 70% club in 2024.

On Friday we held our Easter Tournament – congratulations to our winners – 1^st - John & Peter, 2^nd - Barbara & Royston and 3^rd - Janet Carter & Maggie. Also, prizes for trick with the 2 clubs – Peter and with the 2 diamonds - Bill Quinton.  I understand that Alice and Anne also won a prize!! Congratulations also to Jo & Richard who won the Easter Lottery. Pictures from the day will be on the website soon.

Congratulations to Kay Thomas and hubby George for celebrating their Diamond Wedding Anniversary on Saturday – what an achievement.

On Thursday we will reconvene our Social Bridge starting at 2pm thru to the end of June. You can turn up without a partner.

A sheet is up to find if there is any interest in holding a Tournament after the AGM, 4^th May, – please sign-up if you are interested; also the agenda and Committee Nomination form for our AGM is now on the notice board; and a sheet for signing up for the Quiz on the 11^th May is now on the notice board – Colin once again is our Quiz Master.

Unfortunately, we received some sad news at the beginning of last week with the passing of our dear friend Eric. He joined JSBSC in 1999 as a bridge student, learning the game along with Barbara Williams, Mike & Jackie Evans, Chris & Jean Threlfall and Brenda & Gary Wood. Eric was also President of the Javea U3A for a year (about 1,000 members at that time). He also took part in some of the local quizzes - his Quiz team are known as Eric’s ‘eroes. Eric enjoyed the outside as well. He played tennis for many years with close friends Janet & Colin and also, ran a walking club for many years which Bill Quinton is a member. In his youth he was a talented footballer and played for Bromley FC team as an outsider left. At that time, he was living nearby in West Wickham, Kent. He also had a passion for cricket and followed England when they toured Australia and joined up with the Barmy Army. He was also a life-long supporter of Crystal Palace. Eric’s funeral is to be held on Friday 29^th April at 4pm at Javea Crematorium. The family have requested NO flowers but for donations to MacMillan Cancer Care. They have also requested bright clothing and have invited all to the Parador afterwards.

Bridge bookings for w/c 1^st & 8^th April are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

Monday 29^th April – Committee Meeting

Saturday 4^th May – AGM/Tournament

Saturday 11^th May – Quiz Night

Saturday 1^st June – Summer Party

 The following have birthdays the first half of April – happy birthday to Ann Phillips and Kay Thomas on the 1^st and Chris Smith on the 12^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

4th February

Another steady week last week at the club. However, we are still waiting for our first pair to join the 70% Club in 2024 and, also, who is going to bid the first grand slam of 2024 – come on you are not trying!!!

The Committee held a meeting on Friday and a bulletin will be available during the week. It was agreed that our Valentine’s Tournament on Wednesday 14^th will issue prizes and, also choccies and cava will be offered. The AGM has now been re-organised for Saturday 4^th May – please make a note in your diaries. The committee has approved the purchase of new bidding cards and these will be available mid-April.

Don’t forget our subscriptions for 2024 are now due for renewal - €30 please, if you have not paid your subs you will be charged a visitor’s fee of €5.

We have received from Vera’s son a copy of her obituary which was in the Daily Telegraph on Monday 29^th January.

If you have any signs of a cold or a cough, please stay away from the Club. Also, we would remind you to wear another layer or two at the club during this cold spell.

Bridge bookings for w/c 5^th & 12^th February are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

Wednesday 14^th – Valentine’s Tournament

Friday 8^th March – Committee Meeting

Saturday 4th May - AGM

The following have birthdays in mid-February – happy birthday to Alain Lachard on the 12^th and Neill Freeman on the 19^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

11th February

Another steady week last week at the club. However, we are still waiting for our first pair to join the 70% Club in 2024 and, also, who is going to bid the first grand slam of 2024 – come on you are not trying!!!

Don’t forget our Valentine’s Tournament on Wednesday 14^th - prizes and, also choccies and cava will be offered.

A number of our Committee Members are away – it would be appreciated you get to the club early and do any setting up and tidying up after play.

Please make sure you have the AGM has now been re-organised for Saturday 4^th May – please make a note in your diaries.

Don’t forget our subscriptions for 2024 are now due for renewal - €30 please, if you have not paid your subs you will be charged a visitor’s fee of €5.

If you have any signs of a cold or a cough, please stay away from the Club. Also, we would remind you to wear another layer or two at the club during this cold spell.

Bridge bookings for w/c 12^th & 19^th February are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

Wednesday 14^th – Valentine’s Tournament

Friday 8^th March – Committee Meeting

Saturday 4^th May – AGM

The following have birthdays in mid-February – happy birthday to Alain Lachard on the 12^th and Neill Freeman on the 19^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

18th February

Another steady week last week at the club. Many thanks to Janet and her helpers for organising our intimate Valentine’s Tournament on Wednesday and also, thanks to Elva for supplying the balloons.

Well at last we had our first pair to join the 70% Club in 2024 – on Friday, congratulations to 2 of our new members – Brian & Keith. Who is going to bid the first grand slam of 2024!!

Make a note in your diary – social bridge starts on Thursday 29^th February – all welcome – just turn up by 2pm and a partner will be found for you.

Lastly – we are thinking of Richard other half of Jo – he was taken ill on their recent cruise – our thoughts are with the two of them and hope to see them in Javea in the Spring.

Please make sure you have the AGM has now been re-organised for Saturday 4^th May – please make a note in your diaries.

Don’t forget our subscriptions for 2024 are now due for renewal - €30 please, if you have not paid your subs you will be charged a visitor’s fee of €5.

If you have any signs of a cold or a cough, please stay away from the Club. Also, we would remind you to wear another layer or two at the club during this cold spell.

Bridge bookings for w/c 19^th & 26^th February are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

Friday 8^th March – Committee Meeting

Saturday 4^th May – AGM

The following have birthdays mid/end February – happy birthday to Neill Freeman on the 19^th, Barbara Williams on the 24^th and Anne Lise on the 25^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

e now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

25th February

Another steady week last week at the club – apologies for no results on the website – will be sorted this week!! No slams bid or NO 70% additions – you are just not trying!!

Make a note in your diary – social bridge starts this week - Thursday 29^th February – all welcome – just turn up by 2pm and a partner will be found for you.

If you have any signs of a cold or a cough, please stay away from the Club. Also, we would remind you to wear another layer or two at the club during this cold spell.

Bridge bookings for w/c 26^th February & 4^th March are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

Friday 8^th March – Committee Meeting

Saturday 4^th May – AGM

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

1st

Firstly, a very Happy New Year to you all from your Committee – hopefully 2024 will be peaceful for us all; and also, successful at the bridge table.

Our bridge for 2024 starts this Wednesday with Social Bridge starting on Thursday 11^th January for three weeks.

Many Thanks to Neill for organising the JSBSC trip to Calpe -enjoyed by all – with a lovely collage of the event, see below this article.

Congratulations to all our 2023 winners – article below detailing the winners in the various competitions.

We are generating a new WhatsApp - “JSBSC” which will only be open to Members of JSBSC – please email the club if you wish to be included – a member of the Committee will administer this.

Don’t forget our subscriptions are now due for renewal on the 1^st of January – Janet is happy to receive them now - €30 please.

Lastly, our thoughts are with all our members who are poorly at this time. We are thinking of Janet Caley who has just returned home after a serious operation over Christmas – our thoughts are with you Janet.

Bridge bookings for 3^rd & 5^th & w/c 8^th January are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

Monday 8^th January – Committee Meeting

Saturday 10^th February - AGM

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

15th

A steady start to the year at the club last week with some members returning to Javea after their Christmas break. We also, held our first social bridge for 2024 – where we welcomed some potential new members.

We welcomed some visitors last week to the club – lovely to see Lawrence from Canada, and also Johnny & Majan from the Netherlands.

Now that we have the Computer Club sharing our clubhouse don’t forget after play that ALL bidding boxes, table numbers etc are put away – they use the facility on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays.

We have some of our members poorly at present – our thoughts are with them all. If you have any signs of a cold or a cough, please stay away from the Club. Also, we would remind you to wear another layer or two at the club during this cold spell.

We are generating a new WhatsApp Group - “JSBSC” which will only be open to Members of JSBSC – please email the club if you wish to be included – a member of the Committee will administer this.

Don’t forget our subscriptions for 2024 are now due for renewal - €30 please.

Bridge bookings for w/c 15^th & 22^nd January are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

The following has a birthday late January - happy birthday to Mike Smoth on the 25th.

Monday 19^th January – Committee Meeting

Saturday 10^th February – AGM The following has a birthday late January – happy birthday to Mike Smith on the 25^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

21st 

A steady week last week with more of our members returning to Javea after their Christmas break. We also, held another social bridge event with 3 tables – we look forward to some of these coming to our weekly tournaments.

Thank you to Nick Fitzgerald for taking our goodies to Caritas last week - don't forget to bring your goods to the club - tinned or dried foods - but please make sure they are well within their expiry date otherwise they will be thrown and not taken.

Who is going to be our first pair to join the 70% Club in 2024 and also, who is going to bid the first grand slam – come on you are not trying!!!

We are generating a new WhatsApp Group - “JSBSC” which will only be open to Members of JSBSC – please email the club if you wish to be included – a member of the Committee will administer this.

Don’t forget our subscriptions for 2024 are now due for renewal - €30 please.

We have some of our members poorly at present – our thoughts are with them all. If you have any signs of a cold or a cough, please stay away from the Club. Also, we would remind you to wear another layer or two at the club during this cold spell.

Bridge bookings for w/c 22^nd & 29^th January are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

Monday 19^th January – Committee Meeting – postponed due to illness - to be re-arranged

Saturday 10^th February – AGM

The following has a birthday late January – happy birthday to Mike Smith on the 25^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

29th January

Another steady week last week with a few more of our members returning to Javea after their Christmas break. Welcome back to Elva and also, a welcome to 2 new members – Anne Marie and Martine. We held another social bridge event with 2 tables – we look forward to some of these coming to our weekly tournaments. Our next social bridge is Thursday 29^th February. The Computer Club have settled into our Club premises – please remember to clear your tables after our tournaments now.

The AGM is being delayed till the Spring – date to be agreed at the next Committee Meeting.

We are still waiting for our first pair to join the 70% Club in 2024 and also, who is going to bid the first grand slam – come on you are not trying!!!

We are generating a new WhatsApp Group - “JSBSC” which will only be open to Members of JSBSC – please email the club if you wish to be included – a member of the Committee will administer this.

Don’t forget our subscriptions for 2024 are now due for renewal - €30 please.

If you have any signs of a cold or a cough, please stay away from the Club. Also, we would remind you to wear another layer or two at the club during this cold spell.

Bridge bookings for w/c 29^th January & 5^th February are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

Friday 2^nd February – Committee Meeting

Date to be Advised – AGM             

The following have birthdays in mid-February – happy birthday to Alain Lachard on the 12^th and Neill Freeman on the 19^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

2023 Year End Review

We started the year celebrating our dear member Vera Thomas’s 100^th birthday receiving a message from our new King Charles but sadly we ended the year with the passing of her in her 101^st year. Sadly, this year we also lost members Rod Rylatt and our Treasurer, Ursula L’Eplattenier, and past members, Pety Bos, Clive Corbin and Daphne Latter.

On to some positive news - we have been open for three tournament days each week; and in late September thru to early December recommenced our Thursday, Social bridge days – thanks to Maggie for her help – which resulted in three new members to the club.

Our 2023 Annual Competition Winners were:- Pairs – Peter Hindley & John Taylor with 60.05%; Individual – Eric Andruszkievgz with 60.49%; Slam Ladder – Manny   with 27 slam points and the Judith O’Reardon Trophy (70% Club) – Peter Hindley & John Taylor with 79.63%; we also held our annual Remembrance Trophy won by Fraser Dingwall & Peter Hindley – congratulations to you all. We also, held a number of special Tournaments during the Year – our normal Valentine’s, Easter Monday & Christmas Tournaments but also held one to celebrate the King Charles Coronation.

We held two Quizzes in aid of “Make a Smile” and our Annual Party at Le Gourmand in June. Thank you also to everyone who continually supplies food for the CARITAS basket.

A couple of our members have returned to their homeland during this year – Carole Burke in January and Nelke during the summer. Hopefully we may see them in 2024 and also, other past members on their trips back to Javea.

We would like to thank Audrey Quinton for her wonderful pics throughout the year, Janet Hubbard for organising Sunday lunches, and to Neill Freeman who once again organised the Christmas getaway to Calpe. Also, thanks to everyone else who ensures the club runs smoothly – cashiers, dealers, directors, and scorers.

Another challenging year for JSBSC, but with so many of our dedicated members supporting us we managed to get through it – with great news at the end of the year welcoming JCC back to our club. We are sure you will agree that we are all looking forward to 2024 and all that it brings for our Club.

If I have missed out any news apologies – e-mail the Club and I will update – the Editor!!

3^rd

 Another busy week at the club – we welcomed Angela & Colin Benson back to the club and said farewell to Carol & Terry Wise. Terry many thanks for all the directing you did whilst you were here. It is pleasing to see some of our Thursday members playing in our regular tournaments now – makes it all worthwhile running these days.

On Friday 8^th December we are holding our Xmas Tournament – which is now fully booked - with prizes; and mince pies and cava afterwards. We are also holding a raffle – please buy your tickets now, first sheet sold – second one being sold.

We are pleased to say our Thursday social bridge last week had two tables again – thanks to Audrey and Maggie for organising and to Bill for scoring – we know the attendees thoroughly enjoy their afternoons – you can just turn up and do NOT need a partner. There is just one more Thursday session this year, on 7^th December, before starting again in the New Year.

Bridge bookings for w/c 4^th & 11^th December are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST - check website if there is availability. PLEASE NOTE FRIDAY 8TH DECEMBER IS FULLY BOOKED.

       The following have birthdays early December – happy birthday to Trish Sharp on the 6^th, Wendy Bedford & Nick Fitzgerald on the 8^th and Mike Faulkner on the 9^th.

Friday 8^th December – Xmas Tournament

Monday 8^th January – Committee Meeting

Saturday 10^th February - AGM

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

10^th

Another busy week at the club – with our Christmas tournament; our last social bridge of the year and we said farewell to Royston & Barbara. Royston many thanks for all the directing you did whilst you were here.

On Friday 8^th December we held our Xmas Tournament – well done to our prize winners – Wendy & Manny, Janine & Neill, Audrey & Bill and John & Peter. Well done also to Ann Mould and Kate who were our lottery winners. Thank you to everyone who helped organise the day. More pics will be available over the next few days – but a big thank you to Neill for the lovely collage he produced, see article below this on the website.

It was a very sad week for our club with the news of the passing of our dear friend Vera – may she RIP. Thank you to Angela for looking after the bar after Vera’s service for her family. 

We have many of our members poorly at present – our thoughts are with them all. If you have any signs of a cold or a cough, please stay away from the Club.

Don’t forget our subscriptions are due for renewal on the 1^st of January – Janet is happy to receive them now - €30 please.

Latest news – we are negotiating with JCC, the Computer Club, and hope to be welcoming them to share our premises again- Monday, Tuesday and Thursday mornings - we will keep you updated.

Bridge bookings for w/c 11^th & 18^th December are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST. Wednesday 20^th December is our last tournament for 2023.

Monday 8^th January – Committee Meeting

Saturday 10^th February - AGM

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

17^th

A much quieter week at the club last week with many of our members returning to their homelands for Christmas. Congratulations to Peter & John for adding another two entries in the 70% club in one week.

We have many of our members poorly at present – our thoughts are with them all. If you have any signs of a cold or a cough, please stay away from the Club. We are all praying that Bart has his operation ASAP – thinking of you Bart, and your mum.

Don’t forget our subscriptions are due for renewal on the 1^st of January – Janet is happy to receive them now - €30 please.

Latest news – we have an agreement in place with JCC, the Computer Club, and their first day at our club was on Thursday.

Bridge bookings for 18^th & 20^th December are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST. Wednesday 20^th December is our last tournament for 2023 and we re-open on Wednesday 3^rd January.

Monday 8^th January – Committee Meeting

Saturday 10^th February - AGM

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

5^th

Another busy week last week but sadly we said au revoir to Ann Phillips and Mike Faulkner look forward to welcoming them back in the New Year. We welcomed 3 visitors last week – Julian Stowell, Sandra Bond & Roz Hughes.

This coming Friday we are holding our Remembrance Tournament in memory of past members who are no longer with us.

This Thursday is our last social bridge for 2023 – you can just turn up and do NOT need a partner. Social bridge will reconvene early in 2024 – keep an eye out on the website.

On Friday 8^th December we are holding our Xmas Tournament with prizes and mince pies and cava afterwards. We are also holding a raffle – please buy your tickets now.

The quiz for this Saturday is all organised and the doors are open from 6.30 for a 7.30 start.

Please remember to bring a cardigan or shawl as either the doors are open, or the air conditioning is on – we must have ventilation.

Bridge bookings for w/c 6^th & 13^th November are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST - check website if there is availability, currently – on Monday 6^th there are TWO slots available, on Wednesday 8^th FOUR slots available and on Friday 10^th TWO slots available.

The following has a birthday mid-November – happy birthday to Finita Guy on the 12^th.

Friday 10^th – Remembrance Trophy

Saturday 11^th November – Quiz Night

Friday 8^th December – Xmas Tournament

Monday 8^th January – Committee Meeting

Saturday 10^th February - AGM

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

12^th

Another busy week last week culminating with our Remembrance Tournament on Friday. Our winners were Fraser and Peter who also added another entry to the 70% club – congratulations. Congratulations, also, to Janet Caley and Rosemarie for bidding a grand slam on Monday - 7 spades. It was lovely to welcome back after a long break from the club – Edda von Sansom and Inge Epple last week.

We are pleased to say that Thursday social bridge will continue for a few more weeks – thanks to Audrey and Maggie – we know the attendees thoroughly enjoy their afternoons. – you can just turn up and do NOT need a partner.

Sad news last week was the announcement of the passing of our dear member – Ursula L’Eplattenier – a lovely lady who had been a member for many years.

On Saturday we held another quiz night with 6 tables competing. Congratulations to Maureen Bowen and her team as winners. Many thanks to Colin for doing the quiz; Angela and her team for supplying a splendid buffet and all other member who opened/closed up, our bar man and those that helped arrange the room.

On Friday 8^th December we are holding our Xmas Tournament with prizes and mince pies and cava afterwards. We are also holding a raffle – please buy your tickets now.

Bridge bookings for w/c 13^th & 20^th November are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST - check website if there is availability.

The following has a birthday late November – happy birthday to Carol Burke on the 26^th.

Friday 8^th December – Xmas Tournament

Monday 8^th January – Committee Meeting

Saturday 10^th February - AGM

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

19^th

Another busy week last week where we welcomed back Lyn & Bill and Kjell & Chris. Sadly, we said au-revoir to Sue, Anne & Alan – hope to see you all back soon. Many thanks to Anne & Alan for locking the club house up during their time here this autumn – much appreciated by the committee. Also, time to thank all our Directors, Scorers, Cashiers and Dealers - keep up the good work – much appreciated by all.

We are pleased to say our Thursday social bridge last week had 3 tables – thanks to Audrey and Maggie for continuing the event – we know the attendees thoroughly enjoy their afternoons. – you can just turn up and do NOT need a partner.

On Friday 8^th December we are holding our Xmas Tournament with prizes and mince pies and cava afterwards. We are also holding a raffle – please buy your tickets now, 1^st sheet sold – 2^nd one being produced.

At last we have received the scorecards – only took 5 weeks for delivery – Brexit!! Many thanks to Bevin Franks for sponsoring us for these cards.

Bridge bookings for w/c 20^th & 27^th November are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST - check website if there is availability.

Friday 8^th December – Xmas Tournament

Monday 8^th January – Committee Meeting

Saturday 10^th February - AGM

The following has a birthday late November – happy birthday to Carol Burke on the 26^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

26^th

Another busy week at the club – we welcomed Nelke back to the club and said farewell to Janet Carter – look out for some “old faces” who are arriving next week.

We are pleased to say our Thursday social bridge last week had 2 tables – thanks to Audrey and Maggie for continuing the event – we know the attendees thoroughly enjoy their afternoons – you can just turn up and do NOT need a partner. Many thanks to Allan for celebrating his birthday with the members with a little drink!! There are two more Thursday sessions this year, last one on 7^th December before starting again in the New Year.

On Friday 8^th December we are holding our Xmas Tournament with prizes and mince pies and cava afterwards. We are also holding a raffle – please buy your tickets now, 1^st sheet sold – 2^nd one being sold.

Bridge bookings for w/c 27^th November & 4^th December are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST - check website if there is availability.

Friday 8^th December – Xmas Tournament

Monday 8^th January – Committee Meeting

Saturday 10^th February - AGM

The following have birthdays early December – happy birthday to Trish Sharp on the 6^th, Wendy Bedford & Nick Fitzgerald on the 8^th and Mike Faulkner on the 9^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

8^th

Another busy week last week with more members returning to Javea – last week we welcomed back Ann Phillips, Jackie & Mike Evans and, also, our friend from Canada Monique Cohen. Three new members joined the club last week – a very warm welcome to Monique, Ruth & Martin.

Don’t forget to sign up as our numbers are increasing – especially on Mondays & Fridays.

We held our first social bridge, on Thursday, with 12 people attending – 2 of whom will start playing on Wednesdays. It would be lovely to see more attend very social, slow pace and only 2 and half/3 hours duration.

The committee had a meeting on Monday – bulletin now on the website and notice board. The AGM minutes were approved by the Committee at the meeting and are now on the notice board.

Neill is organising another Christmas trip to Calpe – article below this message – please contact him direct.

Please remember to bring a cardigan or shawl as either the doors are open, or the air conditioning is on – we must have ventilation.

Bridge bookings for w/c 9^th & 16^th October are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST -0 check website Mondays and Fridays are getting very busy.

Friday 27^th October - Committee Meeting

Saturday 28^th October – Quiz Night

The following have birthdays mid-October – happy birthday to Kate McClardy on the 12^th and Diana Hindley on the 15^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

15^th

Another very busy week last week with more members returning to Javea – with a full house on Friday. We welcomed back last week Bart, Maaike, Sheila Stapel, and our friends from Garforth who are with us for a couple of weeks – Mike & Audrey, John & Maureen and Christine & Alan. We also welcomed visitors/new members Barry Webb, Keith Walker and Brian Horn but on a sad note we said au-revoir to Guido and Leni/

Don’t forget to sign-up on the sheets as our numbers are increasing – especially on Mondays & Fridays.

We held our first social bridge, on Thursday, with 16 people attending – 1 table for teaching and 3 tables played a social bridge tournament. Another tournament this Thursday all welcome.

Many thanks to Kate McClardy for the open bar after play on Friday to celebrate her “special” birthday.

Ann Phillips visited our dear friend Vera – who sends her best wishes to all members – pic below.

Please remember to bring a cardigan or shawl as either the doors are open, or the air conditioning is on – we must have ventilation.

Bridge bookings for w/c 16^th & 23^rd October are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST - check website Mondays and Fridays are getting very busy.

Friday 27^th October - Committee Meeting

Saturday 28^th October – Quiz Night

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

22^nd

Another busy week last week with more members returning to Javea with another full house on Friday. We welcomed back last week Angela, Christian, Terry, Carol, and Janet Carter.

Don’t forget to sign-up on the sheets at the club as our numbers are increasing – especially on Mondays & Fridays.

We have not had any additions to the 70% club for a few weeks nor any grand slams – let’s see what we can do this week.

Our quiz is now on Saturday 11^th November – sign-up sheet at the club.

We held another social bridge, on Thursday, with four tables playing a social bridge tournament. Another tournament this Thursday all welcome including visitors – partners found.

Luckily, Neill has managed to organise a Christmas function at Calpe – if anyone else is interested please contact him direct.

Please remember bridge is only a game – no arguments with your partner at the table can be embarrassing for your opponents.

The committee has a meeting this Friday – if you have anything to discuss please contact a committee member.

Please remember to bring a cardigan or shawl as either the doors are open, or the air conditioning is on – we must have ventilation.

Bridge bookings for w/c 23^rd & 30th October are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST - check website if there is availability - Mondays and Fridays are getting busy. Only one slot available this Monday, 23rd.

Friday 27^th October - Committee Meeting

Saturday 11^th November – Quiz Night

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

29th

Another busy week last week with more members returning to Javea - we welcomed back last week Marie-Christine, Gudruun, Gabi, Aileen, Jo & Richard and David Forth. We also welcomed a visitor, Kay’s daughter, Julie and also, a new member Keith Walker.

On a sad note, we said au revoir to our friends from Garforth, Elva & Monique – we hope to see them all in 2024. We received an e mail from Maureen from Garforth – ”Please thank everyone for a great 2 weeks. As usual we really enjoyed ourselves. Thanks again. Love you all. Maureen”

We had an addition to the 70% club - Allan & Maggie – congratulations but still no grand slams – let’s see what we can do this week.

Our quiz is on Saturday 11^th November – will captains of each team please liaise with Janet re food.

We held a committee meeting on Friday – bulletin will be available shortly. However, two key issues from the meeting – unfortunately Ursula is poorly and unable to continue her role as our Treasurer, but Mike Smith has agreed to take on the role – thanks Mike; and thanks to Manny who is assisting Mike. The date of our AGM has been set for Saturday 10^th February – please note we NEED a president – John will be retiring.

Lastly Eric celebrated his 87^th birthday last week and thanked the club for the card that was delivered by Barbara – thinking of you Eric.

Please remember to bring a cardigan or shawl as either the doors are open, or the air conditioning is on – we must have ventilation.

Bridge bookings for w/c 30^th October & 6^th November are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST - check website if there is availability, currently – Monday 30th there are TWO slots available, Wednesday 1^st THREE slots available and Friday 3rd ONLY ONE slot available.

Friday 10^th – Remembrance Trophy

Saturday 11^th November – Quiz Night

Friday 8^th December – Xmas Tournament

Monday 8^th January – Committee Meeting

Saturday 10^th February - AGM

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

2^nd

Message from our President – “Diana & Peter Hindley hosted a dinner at Buddha Palace to celebrate their Golden Wedding Anniversary. A wonderful achievement and we wish them many more years of happiness together”.

A very quiet time at the club over the last few weeks with so many of our members escaping the heat. However, we have seen a few members drifting back and in the next couple of weeks we will see some of our Brexiteers returning. We welcomed a new member to the club last week, Allan Edgar, what an entrance joining the 70% club with Maggie at his first tournament.

John Taylor is away for a couple of weeks mid-September, and we need someone to step up to scoring please see John to help.

We aim to start social bridge on Thursday 5^th October – normal times but at a slower pace to encourage more of our members who are wary of playing in the main Tournaments.

Sad news we received this week with the passing of Pety Bos. Pety had to leave the club when she moved to the Teulada care home but thanks to Manny a few of our members used to go there and have a game of bridge with her which I know she thoroughly appreciated. Pety was born in Holland and had 2 daughters and a son. Pety’s 2^nd husband, Jan, was in the Merchant Navy, and she spent some time sailing with him around the world. She lived for some time in South America before moving to Javea 25 year ago. A lovely lady – our thoughts are with her family at this time.

Neill is organising another Christmas trip to Calpe – article below this message – please contact him direct.

Please remember to bring a cardigan or shawl as either the doors are open, or the air conditioning is on – we must have ventilation.

Bridge bookings for w/c 4^th & 11^th September are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

Friday 29^th September Committee Meeting

Monday 9^th October – Men’s Pairs Tournament

Monday 16^th October - Mixed Pairs Tournament

Monday 23^rd October – Ladies Pairs Tournament

Please note everyone will be able to play on the above fixtures.

The following have birthdays in the first half of September – happy special birthday to Janet Hubbard on the 5^th & Sue on the 7^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

9^th

A very quiet time at the club over the last few weeks with so many of our members escaping the heat. However, a number of our Brexiteers start coming back next week – we look forward to greeting them back to the Club.

We are starting social bridge on Thursday 5^th October – normal times but at a slower pace to encourage more of our members who are wary of playing in the main Tournaments.

Neill is organising another Christmas trip to Calpe – article below this message – please contact him direct.

Please remember to bring a cardigan or shawl as either the doors are open, or the air conditioning is on – we must have ventilation.

Bridge bookings for w/c 11^th & 18^th September are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

Friday 29^th September Committee Meeting

Monday 9^th October – Men’s Pairs Tournament

Monday 16^th October - Mixed Pairs Tournament

Monday 23^rd October – Ladies Pairs Tournament

Please note everyone will be able to play on the above fixtures.

The following have birthdays in the second half of September – happy birthday to Audrey on the 16^th, Marie Jo on the 19^th, Maureen Guy on the 22^nd & Janine on the 26^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

16^th

A quiet week again last week but numbers are picking up this coming week with some members returning to Javea – last week we welcomed back Elva. Also, a welcome to some visitors – Len, Martin, Ruth, Wilma & Cor.

Congratulations to Peter & John who scored 79.63% on Wednesday but with only two tables it does not qualify for the competition.

Thanks to our Cashiers, Dealers, Directors, Scorers and Opener/Closers during this summer – with few numbers – the committee very much appreciates it.

We are starting social bridge on Thursday 5^th October – normal times but at a slower pace to encourage more of our members who are wary of playing in the main Tournaments. Some members have already registered interest - please email the club if you are attending – visitors very welcome.

Neill is organising another Christmas trip to Calpe – article below this message – please contact him direct.

Please remember to bring a cardigan or shawl as either the doors are open, or the air conditioning is on – we must have ventilation.

Bridge bookings for w/c 18^th & 25^th September are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

Monday 2^nd October - Committee Meeting

Monday 9^th October – Men’s Pairs Tournament

Monday 16^th October - Mixed Pairs Tournament

Monday 23^rd October – Ladies Pairs Tournament

Please note everyone will be able to play on the above fixtures.

The following have birthdays in the second half of September – happy birthday to Marie Jo on the 19^th, Maureen Guy on the 22^nd & Janine on the 26^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

23^rd

A quiet week again last week but numbers are picking up with more members returning to Javea – last week we welcomed back Eric & Christian, Roston & Barbara, Anne & Alan and Mike & Chris; and more “old” faces returning this week. Also, a welcome to our visitors – Len, Gilles & Ginou. Hot off the press – our dear friend from Canada – Monique is returning and will be with us next Monday.

Don’t forget to sign up as our numbers are increasing – especially on Mondays.

Congratulations to Peter & Fraser who scored 77.5% on Wednesday.

Thanks to our Cashiers, Dealers, Directors, Scorers and Opener/Closers during this summer – with few numbers – the committee very much appreciates it.

We are starting social bridge on Thursday 5^th October – normal times but at a slower pace to encourage more of our members who are wary of playing in the main Tournaments. Some members have already registered interest - please email the club if you are attending – visitors very welcome.

Neill is organising another Christmas trip to Calpe – article below this message – please contact him direct.

Please remember to bring a cardigan or shawl as either the doors are open, or the air conditioning is on – we must have ventilation.

Bridge bookings for w/c 25^th September & 2^nd October are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

Monday 2^nd October - Committee Meeting

Monday 9^th October – Men’s Pairs Tournament

Monday 16^th October - Mixed Pairs Tournament

Monday 23^rd October – Ladies Pairs Tournament

Please note everyone will be able to play on the above fixtures.

The following has a birthday late September – happy birthday to Janine on the 26^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

30^th

A busier week last week with more members returning to Javea – last week we welcomed back Audrey & Bill, Sue, Kate and Irene and more “old” faces returning this week. Also, a welcome to our visitors – Guido & Leni

Don’t forget to sign up as our numbers are increasing – especially on Mondays.

The committee has a meeting on Monday – bulletin to be issued later in the week.

We are starting social bridge on Thursday 5^th October – normal times but at a slower pace to encourage more of our members who are wary of playing in the main Tournaments. Some members have already registered interest - please email the club if you are attending – visitors very welcome.

Neill is organising another Christmas trip to Calpe – article below this message – please contact him direct.

Please remember to bring a cardigan or shawl as either the doors are open, or the air conditioning is on – we must have ventilation.

Bridge bookings for w/c 2^nd & 9^th October are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

Monday 2^nd October - Committee Meeting

Monday 9^th October – Men’s Pairs Tournament

Monday 16^th October - Mixed Pairs Tournament

Monday 23^rd October – Ladies Pairs Tournament

Please note everyone will be able to play on the above fixtures.

The following have birthdays first half of October – happy birthday to Mike Evans on the 4^th, Bart on the 7^th & Kate McClardy on the 12^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

13^th

A very quiet time at the club over the last few weeks with so many of our members escaping the heat. Hopefully the temperatures will ease for you over the next couple of weeks and the crowds return to their homes. Hopefully we will see some of the Brexiteers returning soon. Well done to John & Peter for more entries in the 70% club.

Neill is organising another Christmas trip to Calpe – article below this message – please contact him direct.  

We have heard from our friends from Garforth Bridge Club who will be visiting us for 2 weeks on 11^th October – six of them – we look forward to welcoming them back; and they all send their love – Audrey, Mike, Maureen, Christine, John & Alan.

Please remember to bring a cardigan or shawl as either the doors are open, or the air conditioning is on – we must have ventilation.

Bridge bookings for w/c 21^st & 28^th August are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

Friday 29^th September Committee Meeting

Monday 9^th October – Mens Pairs Tournament

Monday 16^th October - Mixed Pairs Tournament

Monday 23^rd October – Ladies Pairs Tournament

Please note everyone will be able to play on the above fixtures.

The following have birthdays in the second half of August – happy birthday to Royston on 20^th, Anne Oliver on 21^st, Janet Caley on 22^nd & John Hall on 29^th August.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

20^th

A very quiet time at the club over the last few weeks with so many of our members escaping the heat. Hopefully the temperatures will ease for you over the next couple of weeks and the crowds return to their homes. Hopefully we will see some of the Brexiteers returning soon. Well done to John & Peter for more entries in the 70% club.

Neill is organising another Christmas trip to Calpe – article below this message – please contact him direct.  

We have heard from our friends from Garforth Bridge Club who will be visiting us for 2 weeks on 11^th October – six of them – we look forward to welcoming them back; and they all send their love – Audrey, Mike, Maureen, Christine, John & Alan.

Please remember to bring a cardigan or shawl as either the doors are open, or the air conditioning is on – we must have ventilation.

Bridge bookings for w/c 21^st & 28^th August are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

Friday 29^th September Committee Meeting

Monday 9^th October – Mens Pairs Tournament

Monday 16^th October - Mixed Pairs Tournament

Monday 23^rd October – Ladies Pairs Tournament

Please note everyone will be able to play on the above fixtures.

The following have birthdays in the second half of August – happy birthday to Royston on 20^th, Anne Oliver on 21^st, Janet Caley on 22^nd & John Hall on 29^th August.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

2^nd

Welcome last week to our visitors Marc & Michael – we hope to see you again soon, but sorry to see a number of our members returning to their home countries – Ann P, Elva & Sue – look forward to welcoming you back in the autumn. It was a sad week as we said farewell to Nelke de Koning who is retiring back to Holland to be with her family – “tot ziens”. Thank you for the farewell drinks and hope to see you at the club whenever you return on holiday. A busy week on bridge with two additions to the 70% club – congratulations to John & Anne Lise on Monday and Maggie & Wendy on Wednesday.

Some sad news to report – both Diana & Peter Hindley are in Denia hospital – more on this later; and we also have heard that whilst Jan Rylatt was in London visiting family she was rushed into hospital to have an emergency op for a hernia. She said that all the doom and gloom you hear about NHS certainly does not apply to Kingston hospital – we wish you a speedy recovery.

Update from Nick F re Diana & Peter - “We’ve just returned from visiting Peter H. He was in good cheer (apart from deep concern about the whereabouts of his house keys) and looking a lot better than he looked (and played so badly) on Monday. I brought him Sudukus and Times X-words, which brought some colour back to his cheeks. He complained bitterly that John Hall had messed up one of his Sudokus on Monday but he's OK now. It’s still unclear what’s the underlying matter with him but he may be on his way, shortly.

We didn’t get to see Diana, who’s still in one of the ‘boxes’; no visitors permitted at the time. Her story needs some slight revision from what I indicated earlier. That had been relayed from Maria Noone, based on Peter’s notion of occurrences. Peter seems to have lost track of days and times whilst he’s been banged up. I spoke to D very briefly on Friday morning and found her quite frantic and incoherent. I now believe she may have collapsed soon after talking to me. She was found on the floor by a neighbour’s carer. The husband took her to the hospital on Friday afternoon. Again, it seems unclear what’s the matter with her but the fact she’s been kept in the “boxes” and not on a main floor suggests she’s not in any danger – although, as people may know, she has some “history”. Peter thinks they may both be discharged tomorrow”. Our thoughts are with both of them and Nick will keep us updated.

Please remember to bring a cardigan or shawl as either the doors are open, or the air conditioning is on – we must have ventilation.

Bridge bookings for w/c 3^rd & 10^th July are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

Monday 9^th October – Mens Pairs Tournament

Monday 16^th October - Mixed Pairs Tournament

Monday 23^rd October – Ladies Pairs Tournament

The following have birthdays early July – happy birthday to Bernard Rourke on the 4^th and Maaike on the 5^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

9^th

Sorry for the late message – WOW what a festival of sport to watch on the TV at present. With so many of our members, both resident and non-resident, escaping the heat I have decided to produce a fortnightly review over the summer season. Obviously, if there is any important news, I will update the message as appropriate.

With so many members please help the committee with any job that needs doing – cashier, dealing the cards etc.

Please remember to bring a cardigan or shawl as either the doors are open, or the air conditioning is on – we must have ventilation.

Bridge bookings for w/c 10^th & 17^th July are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

Monday 9^th October – Mens Pairs Tournament

Monday 16^th October - Mixed Pairs Tournament

Monday 23^rd October – Ladies Pairs Tournament

The following have birthdays late July – happy birthday to Peter Hindley on the 28^th, John Taylor on the 29^th and Maggie on the 31^st.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

30^th

A very quiet time at the club over the last couple of weeks with so many of our members escaping the heat. It was good to see Diana & Peter back at the club last week – and what a comeback Peter made – 2 more entries in the 70% club – one with Angela on Monday and one with John Taylor.

We have heard from a number of members/friends – Royston provided the picture above – “I attach a photo of Barbara and Carole enjoying lunch at our bridge club today. A lunch is held every month for all the lady members of the bridge club. It was held in the Clubroom…a lovely dining room, with bar, in the local Yacht Club. Barbara said the meal was excellent and enjoyed by all the ladies there. Fourteen in all. We hope you are keeping well and look forward to seeing you when we return to Javea in September.
Love Royston and Barbara xx” Good to see Carole has started playing bridge again in Eastbourne.

We have also from our man in black – Guido- he and Leni will be visiting at the end of September.

Please remember to bring a cardigan or shawl as either the doors are open, or the air conditioning is on – we must have ventilation.

Bridge bookings for w/c 31^st July & 7^th August are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

Wednesday 9^th August – Committee Meeting

Monday 9^th October – Mens Pairs Tournament

Monday 16^th October - Mixed Pairs Tournament

Monday 23^rd October – Ladies Pairs Tournament

 The following has a birthday early August – happy birthday to Marie-Christine on the 6^th of August.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

4^th

 Welcome back last week to Ann Phillips, Tracy & Steve; and, also visitors Carla, Cors & Wilma and Libby Fine. Unfortunately, more of our Brexiteers are retuning to their homelands for the summer - last week we said au revoir to Carol & Terry - Terry, many thanks to you for directing whilst you have been here – and thanks to all other Director, Scorers, Card Dealers and Opener & Closers.

We held our AGM on Saturday – minutes to be issued this week. Key points - the resolution was unanimously voted “FOR”. The 2023 Committee is John – President; Kay & Wendy - Vice President; Ursula -Treasurer; Mike Faulkner – Bar Manager; Sue Wood – Committee Member. There are still vacancies for a Secretary and Chief Cashier – please consider these positions and let John know if you are interested. Many thank to those 2022/23 committee members who have resigned.

Our Summer Party is at Le Gourmand on Saturday 10^th June with music being provided by last year’s DJ Colin. The menu is available and sign-up sheet is up at the club or e-mail the club - €30 for Members and €37 for Guests. Few spaces still available – menu choices MUST be up by Wednesday and payment by Friday to Janet.

Dates for our Annual Ladies, Mens & Mixed Pairs Tournaments are arranged see calendar below and put in your diaries.

Please remember to bring a cardigan or shawl as the doors are open or the air conditioning is starting to be used – we must have ventilation.

Please, please, please – check the list to see if your partner has already pit you down!!!

Bridge bookings for w/c 5^th & 12^th June are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.15 LATEST.

Saturday 10^th June – Summer Party at Le Gourmand

Monday 9^th October – Mens Pairs Tournament

Monday 16^th October - Mixed Pairs Tournament                                           

Monday 23^rd October – Ladies Pairs Tournament

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

11^th

Welcome last week to two visitors Lucia & Barbara Sadler. Unfortunately, more of our Brexiteers are retuning to their homelands for the summer - we will be saying au revoir to Anne & Alan - many thanks to you for opening/closing the clubhouse on numerous occasions whilst you have been here; and also, to Bill & Audrey - many thanks for all your pics keep them coming.

We held our AGM last Saturday – awaiting minutes to be issued. The committee held their first meeting on Monday and the bulletin is available on the website and the notice board. Responsibilities have all been allocated and are also, available on the notice board and website. However, we are still requiring a secretary and chief cashier to have a full committee – anyone interested please have a word with John.

Above is a pic of Ann Phillips who visited Vera last week – she is looking great – message from Ann – Vera would love visitors please talk to Ann re arrangements.

Please remember to bring a cardigan or shawl as the doors are open or the air conditioning is on – we must have ventilation.

Please, please, please – check the list to see if your partner has already pit you down!!!

Bridge bookings for w/c 12^th & 19^th June are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.15 LATEST.

Monday 9^th October – Mens Pairs Tournament

Monday 16^th October - Mixed Pairs Tournament

Monday 23^rd October – Ladies Pairs Tournament

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

18^th

Welcome last week to our visitor Catherine – we hope to see you again soon, and a warm welcome to our new member Libby. Congratulations to Janet Hubbard and John Taylor for bidding a slam in 7 NT on Wednesday.

Thanks to Neill for producing the video clip of our Summer Party last Saturday.

Please remember minimum coinage the club will accept is 50 cents – both as table money, or at the bar!!

Another reminder please check your names are not on the list twice!! – before you put your name up make sure that your partner has NOT already done so. It has been decided that if your names are NOT on the list you MUST arrive by 2pm.

Please remember to bring a cardigan or shawl as either the doors are open, or the air conditioning is on – we must have ventilation.

Bridge bookings for w/c 19^th & 26^th June are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

Monday 9^th October – Mens Pairs Tournament

Monday 16^th October - Mixed Pairs Tournament

Monday 23^rd October – Ladies Pairs Tournament

The following has a birthday late June – happy birthday to Arthur Hall on the 26^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

25^th

Welcome last week to our visitors Aileen, Martin & Ruth – we hope to see you again soon, and great to see barman Mike, Jackie Evans and Gabby back. A quiet week on bridge front NO grand slams or NO additions to the 70% club.

Please remember minimum coinage the club will accept is 50 cents – both as table money, or at the bar. Some 10 & 20 cents was put in the bar takings all now to charity!!

Another reminder please check your names are not on the list twice!! – before you put your name up make sure that your partner has NOT already done so. It has been decided that if your names are NOT on the list you MUST arrive by 2pm.

Please remember to bring a cardigan or shawl as either the doors are open, or the air conditioning is on – we must have ventilation.

Bridge bookings for w/c 26^th June & 3^rd July are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.00 LATEST.

Monday 9^th October – Mens Pairs Tournament

Monday 16^th October - Mixed Pairs Tournament

Monday 23^rd October – Ladies Pairs Tournament

The following have birthdays early July – happy birthday to Bernard Rourke on the 4^th and Maaike on the 5^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

7^th

WOW what a weekend for us “Brits” – culminating in tomorrow’s Tournament. Many thanks to everyone, especially Janet, who have organised a typical British feast for after the event – have a great time and have a drink on Charles & Camilla.

Welcome back last week to Elva, and Anne & Alan Oliver – a few more “old” faces will be back this coming week as well as two visitors – Peter and Jasmer, Peter was here last year.

The Coronation lottery is sold out – who is going to be the lucky €50 winner with the other €50 to the club social funds funding events like the Coronation Tournament tapas. The winner will be announced after the Coronation Tournament – 8^th May.

A thank you to Wendy for taking the tablecloths home to be laundered. Please it is all our responsibilities to clear up any mess we make – spillages crisps etc. Before you leave please return all glass/bowls etc to the kitchen. If the tablecloth is mucky then fold it up and take outside and shake it. It is NOT the committee’s responsibility or the “locker upper”, treat the clubhouse as you would your own home.

Bridge bookings for w/c 8^th & 15^th May are now open – slots available other than for our Coronation Tournament - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.15 LATEST.

Monday 8^th May - King Charles Coronation Tournament

Saturday 20^th May – AGM, Lunch & or Tournament

Monday 29^th May – Committee Meeting

The following has a birthday mid-May – happy birthday to Ann Mould on the 9^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

14^th

WOW what a busy week – our Coronation Tournament and afters was a great success – many thanks Janet for the hard work and all the helpers. Pics of the event are under “Photos Tournaments”. Well done to Carole Wise for winning the lottery with “Windsor Castle”.

Welcome back last week to Jo & Richard Smyth and also lovely to see Irene Craig back at the club after a long time.

Don’t forget the AGM on Saturday 10.45 for 11.00 followed by a Tournament or lunch.

Our Summer Party is arranged at Le Gourmand on Saturday 17^th June – further details shortly.

Please remember to bring a cardigan or shawl as the doors are open or the air conditioning is starting to be used – we must have ventilation.

Please, please, please – check the list to see if your partner has already pit you down!!!

We need a volunteer to take 2 bags of shopping to the church for Caritas – please see Lyn if you can help.

Bridge bookings for w/c 15^th & 22^nd May are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.15 LATEST.

Saturday 20^th May – AGM, Lunch & or Tournament

Saturday 17^th June – Summer Party at Le Gourmand

Monday 29^th May – Committee Meeting

The following have birthdays at the end of May – happy birthday to Alan Oliver on the 27^th, Jackie Evans on the 28^th, and Bill Quinton & Christian Vandevoorde on the 29^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

21^st

Welcome back last week to Sue and Susan Vickers. We are pleased to inform you that the internet has been repaired by Blu on Friday - a broken cable!!

Another quiet week for slams last week and no Grand Slams or new entrants for the 70% Club for some time now.

Don’t forget the new date for the AGM on Saturday 3^rd June at 11.00 for 11.30. There are still places for next year’s Committee – don’t be shy in coming forward.

Our Summer Party is at Le Gourmand on Saturday 10^th June with music being provided by last year’s DJ Colin. The menu is available and sign-up sheet is up at the club or e-mail the club - €30 for Members and €37 for Guests.

Please remember to bring a cardigan or shawl as the doors are open or the air conditioning is starting to be used – we must have ventilation.

We need a volunteer to take 2 bags of shopping to the church for Caritas – please see Lyn if you can help.

Bridge bookings for w/c 22^nd & 29^th May are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.15 LATEST.

Saturday 20^th May – AGM

Saturday 17^th June – Summer Party at Le Gourmand

The following have birthdays at the end of May – happy birthday to Alan Oliver on the 27^th, Jackie Evans on the 28^th, and Bill Quinton & Christian Vandevoorde on the 29^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

28^th

Welcome back last week to Janet Carter and, also a visitor Libby Fine. Unfortunately, a few of our Brexiteers are retuning to their homelands for the summer - last week we said au revoir to Jo & Richard and this coming week to Barbara & Royston. Royston, many thanks to you for directing whilst you have been here – and thanks to all other Director, Scorers, Card Dealers and Opener & Closers.

Another quiet week for slams last week but a new entrant to the 70% Club – congratulations to Bill & Lyn on Friday scoring 70.49%.

Don’t forget our AGM this coming Saturday 3^rd June at 11.00 for 11.30. There are still places for next year’s Committee – don’t be shy in coming forward.

Our Summer Party is at Le Gourmand on Saturday 10^th June with music being provided by last year’s DJ Colin. The menu is available and sign-up sheet is up at the club or e-mail the club - €30 for Members and €37 for Guests.

Many thanks to Nick for taking the two bags of shopping to Caritas last week – don’t forget to bring goodies – especially dried or tinned food - for the needy of Javea.

Dates for our Annual Ladies, Mens & Mixed Pairs Tournaments are arranged see calendar below and put in your diaries.

Please remember to bring a cardigan or shawl as the doors are open or the air conditioning is starting to be used – we must have ventilation.

Please, please, please – check the list to see if your partner has already pit you down!!!

Bridge bookings for w/c 29^th May & 5^th June are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.15 LATEST.

Saturday 3^rd June – AGM

Saturday 10^th June – Summer Party at Le Gourmand

Monday 9^th October – Mens Pairs Tournament

Monday 16^th October - Mixed Pairs Tournament

Monday 23^rd October – Ladies Pairs Tournament

The following have birthdays late May – happy birthday to Bill Quinton & Christian Vandevoorde on the 29^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

2nd

Another busy week at the club last week – welcome back to Sandra Bond &

Ann Philips and guests Cor & Wilma and Roz Hughes. Look out for a number of regular faces back next week! Congratulations to Maureen & Rosemarie for joining the 70% Club on Friday with 71.43%

We are running an Easter lottery - €2 a go – 50% to the winner and 50% to Make a Smile – it will be drawn at our Easter Tournament on Easter Monday – tickets are going fast – only half a dozen left.

Don’t forget to start preparing your Easter Bonnet for our competition at Easter Monday’s tournament – only 2 slots available. Pictured above are prizes for Easter Bonnets, Spot Prizes and Fun Prizes.

We have a committee meeting on Friday 7^th April – please let John or a committee member know if you have anything for discussion/suggestion.

Bridge bookings for w/c 3^rd & 10^th April are now open – slots available - you can either e-mail the Club or use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse.

Please be considerate to all our members and stay at home if you are sniffing, coughing or sick. Thank you to all our members who have stayed away and we wish you a speedy recovery.

Friday 7^th April – Committee Meeting

Monday 10^th April- Easter Tournament

Monday 8^th May - King Charles Coronation

Saturday 20^th May – AGM

The following has a special birthday mid-April – happy special birthday to Chris Smith on the 12^thApril.

Janet’s cards, including Easter cards, are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

9^th

Another busy week at the club last week – welcome back to Lyn, Nelke and Bill R – a few more “old” faces will appear at the club next week. Quiet on the bridge front – only one slam and no additions to the 70% club. We held a committee meeting on Friday 7^th – bulletin to be available this week.

We held a committee meeting on Friday 7^th – bulletin to be available this week. Arrangements for the forthcoming AGM underway – keep an eye on the noticeboard and website. Nomination List for the Committee is on the board and any Resolutions should be made in writing to Lyn Griffin by Friday 28^th April.

Don’t forget your Easter Bonnet for our competition tomorrow - Easter Monday’s tournament – only 2 slots available. Pictured above are prizes for Easter Bonnets, Spot Prizes and Fun Prizes.

Bridge bookings for w/c 10^th & 17^th April are now open – slots available - you can either e-mail the Club or use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse.

Please be considerate to all our members and stay at home if you are sniffing, coughing or sick. Thank you to all our members who have stayed away and we wish you a speedy recovery.

Monday 10^th April- Easter Tournament

Monday 8^th May - King Charles Coronation

Saturday 20^th May – AGM

Monday 29^th May – Committee Meeting

The following has a special birthday mid-April – happy special birthday to Chris Smith on the 12^thApril and, also to Terry Wise on 21^st.

Janet’s cards, including Easter cards, are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

16^th

Another busy week at the club last week – well done to all those members who took part in the Easter Bonnet competition and to those that helped organise the day.

 The committee meeting bulletin is available on the website. At the meeting it was agreed that members can turn up with a partner, without signing up, but MUST be at the club by 2.15 latest.

Arrangements for the forthcoming AGM are underway – keep an eye on the noticeboard and website. Nomination List for the Committee is on the board and any Resolutions should be in writing to Lyn Griffin by Friday 28^th April. Please remember only fully paid-up members can attend or vote at the AGM. A tournament is being organised for the afternoon of the AGM dependant on numbers – either email the club or sign-up at the club next week.

Below are a couple of photos of Eric enjoying lunch in Benimeli with Barbara, Royston and Gillian, a friend on Saturday. He thanks everyone for their messages of support and best wishes.

Please remember to bring a cardigan or jacket to the club in case it is a little chilly – the clubhouse is often cooler than outside so the back door is being left open to let the warmer air come in – save on electricity!!

Bridge bookings for w/c 17^th & 24^th April are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.15 LATEST.

Please be considerate to all our members and stay at home if you are sniffing, coughing or sick. Thank you to all our members who have stayed away, and we wish you a speedy recovery.

Monday 8^th May - King Charles Coronation

Saturday 20^th May – AGM & Tournament

Monday 29^th May – Committee Meeting

The following has a birthday mid-April – happy birthday to Terry Wise on the 21^st.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

23^rd

It was good to welcome Edda back to the club on Friday and, also two visitors – Giles & Ginou on Monday. Congratulations to Angela & Peter for joining the 70% Club on Monday – a very poor week for slams though.

The Coronation lottery will be available next week - €2 a ticket - €50 to the winner and €50 to the club social funds. The winner will be announced at the Coronation Tournament – 8^th May.

Arrangements for the forthcoming AGM are underway – keep an eye on the noticeboard and website. The Nomination List for the Committee is on the board and any Resolutions should be in writing to Lyn Griffin by Friday 28^th April. Please remember only fully paid-up members can attend or vote at the AGM. A tournament is being organised for the afternoon of the AGM dependant on numbers – either email the club or sign-up at the club. Also, some of the committee will be going for lunch after the AGM – either the Piccolo or Bhudda Palace – members are welcome to join them but not at their expense!!

Bridge bookings for w/c 24^th April & 1^st May are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.15 LATEST.

Please be considerate to all our members and stay at home if you are sniffing, coughing or sick. Thank you to all our members who have stayed away, and we wish you a speedy recovery.

Monday 8^th May - King Charles Coronation Tournament

Saturday 20^th May – AGM, Lunch & or Tournament

Monday 29^th May – Committee Meeting

The following has a birthday at the end of April – happy birthday to Bill Fearon on the 26^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

30^th

Sorry a little late this week the Editor was away for the bank holiday weekend. Lots of welcomes last week – firstly to two new members Michelle Roudier and Michel Goldmann; and then welcome backs to John Hall & Anne Lise, David Forth and Kate McClardy – a few more “old” faces next week will be back.

The Coronation lottery is selling well - €2 a ticket - €50 to the winner and €50 to the club social funds funding events like the Coronation Tournament tapas. The winner will be announced at the Coronation Tournament – 8^th May. Tapas will be provided after the Tournament – a plate of savouries would be appreciated – please liaise with Janet Hubbard.

Arrangements for the forthcoming AGM are well underway – keep an eye on the noticeboard and website. Members should have received an email regarding the AGM and the resolution being proposed. A tournament is being organised for the afternoon of the AGM dependant on numbers – either email the club or sign-up at the club. Also, some of the committee will be going for lunch after the AGM – either the Piccolo or Bhudda Palace – members are welcome to join them but not at their expense!!

Bridge bookings for w/c 1^st & 8^th May are now open – slots available - you can e-mail the Club, use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse or TURN UP WITH A PARTNER BEFORE 2.15 LATEST.

Please be considerate to all our members and stay at home if you are sniffing, coughing or sick. Thank you to all our members who have stayed away, and we wish you a speedy recovery.

Monday 8^th May - King Charles Coronation Tournament

Saturday 20^th May – AGM, Lunch & or Tournament

Monday 29^th May – Committee Meeting

The following have birthdays early May – happy birthday to Alice Davies on the 3^rd, Gary Wood on the 5^th and Ann Mould on the 9^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

5^th

It was lovely to welcome both Tracy and Steve Samson back to the club last week; look out for the return of some of our Brexiteers over the coming weeks.

 It was sad to report the passing of both Daphne Latter and Clive Corbin last week. Both were members of our Club, and our thoughts are with their families at this sad time. Our thoughts are also with some of our members who are poorly at this time.

A very poor week for slams – 1^st time I recall of not one slam being bid – perhaps we will have a glut this week.

The committee had a meeting last week and the bulletin is available on the website. Key points from this – Quiz Night on Saturday 25^th March - please sign-up at the Club; and the King’s coronation event will now be held on Monday 8^th May. In future Lifetime members will be offered free annual subscription but will still have to pay table money. We know some of our current Lifetime members pay their table money and we thank them for this gesture.

Please remember to check that your partner has not already put your names up – it may stop other people getting a game; also, please let the club know if you are unable to come. The Director does not want to wait for pairs who don’t turn up!!

Some of our members and visitors are looking for partners – please keep an eye on the website and help-out where you can.

Please be considerate to all our members and stay at home if you are sniffing, coughing or sick. Thank you.

Bridge bookings for w/c 6^th & 13^th March are now open – slots available - you can either e-mail the Club or use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse.

Saturday 25^th March – Quiz Night

Friday 7^th April – Committee Meeting

Monday 10^th April- Easter Tournament

Monday 8^th May - King Charles Coronation

Saturday 20^th May - AGM

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

12^th

It was lovely to welcome both Barbara & Royston back to the club last week, and also visitors Sebastiano and Matts; look out for more of our Brexiteers over the coming weeks.

Please refrain from coming to the club if you have the sniffs or signs of a cough or flu – unfortunately Covid is still around us – Janet is currently recovering from it and she says it is not pleasant. Our thought are with a number of our members who have illnesses currently.

I popped in to see Carole at Eastbourne before going to Gatwick on Saturday. She is well and is settling in to her new appartment. I met some of her neighbours and one luckily plays bridge. Once she is settled in she will return to bridge – only 5 minutes walk from her.

Our quiz night on the 25^th March only has 2 tables available;  help required with the food – please discuss with Janet or John.

Please remember to check that your partner has not already put your names up – it may stop other people getting a game; also, please let the club know if you are unable to come. The Director does not want to wait for pairs who don’t turn up!!

A few of our members and visitors are looking for partners – please keep an eye on the website and help-out where you can.

Bridge bookings for w/c 13^th & 20^th March are now open – slots available - you can either e-mail the Club or use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse.

Saturday 25^th March – Quiz Night

Friday 7^th April – Committee Meeting

Monday 10^th April- Easter Tournament

Monday 8^th May - King Charles Coronation

Saturday 20^th May - AGM

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

19^th 

I overheard someone at the Club say – “I can’t believe I’ve just joined the 70% club.” WOW – 2 in a week – congratulations to both Chris & Kjell and Maggie & Mike on joining the club.

Our Club Policies have been updated to reflect our new premises and our 2023 Social/Tournament Calendar has been produced – both are now available on the website and noticeboards. We are running an Easter lottery - €2 a go – 50% to the winner and 50% to Make a Smile – it will be drawn at our Easter Tournament on Easter Monday.

Our quiz night on the 25^th March only has 1 table available; help required with the food – please discuss with Janet or John.

We have recently heard that one our older members passed away in December – Jutta Ritschel – we have sent condolences to her family.

Our best wishes are with all our Members who are currently poorly.

Please be considerate to all our members and stay at home if you are sniffing, coughing or sick. Thank you.

Bridge bookings for w/c 20^th & 27^th March are now open – slots available - you can either e-mail the Club or use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse.

Saturday 25^th March – Quiz Night

Friday 7^th April – Committee Meeting

Monday 10^th April- Easter Tournament

Monday 8^th May - King Charles Coronation

Saturday 20^th May - AGM

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

26^th

Another busy week at the club – a warm welcome back to Audrey & Bill and Marie Christine. Congratulations to Kay & Maggie for bidding a grand slam on Monday.

Saturday we held another successful quiz evening with 7 tables competing. Congratulations to our winner – pictured above – Bill, Audrey, Bobby and John. It was also good to see Jane and Ed participating. Many thanks to Colin our quiz master; and Janet and her helpers for arranging lovely snacks.

We are running an Easter lottery - €2 a go – 50% to the winner and 50% to Make a Smile – it will be drawn at our Easter Tournament on Easter Monday – tickets are going fast.

Don’t forget to start preparing your Easter Bonnet for our competition at Easter Monday’s tournament. Pictured above prizes for Easter Bonnets, Spot Prizes and Fun Prizes. Sign-up sheet up on Monday 27^th.

Please be considerate to all our members and stay at home if you are sniffing, coughing or sick. Thank you to all our members who have stayed away and we wish you a speedy recovery.

Bridge bookings for w/c 27^th March & 3^rd April are now open – slots available - you can either e-mail the Club or use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse.

Friday 7^th April – Committee Meeting

Monday 10^th April- Easter Tournament

Monday 8^th May - King Charles Coronation

Saturday 20^th May – AGM

The following have birthdays late March/early April – happy birthday to Edda on the 29^th and Kay Thomas on the 1^st.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

5th

A quietish week at the club last week but a number of our members have returned to Javea and vice versa. Highlight of the week, however, congratulations to Fraser & Peter in joining the 70% club on Monday 30th January. They scored 75.6% beating their nearest rivals by 16.67% - a great afternoon's performance.

A number of our members are looking for partners – please keep an eye on the website and help out where you can.

The Committee held a meeting on Monday, 30^th – bulletin available on the website.

We have heard from Carole since arriving in England “Dear Janet - sorry about the delay in thanking you for the Amazon Voucher given by my wonderful friends from Sunday lunches and the bridge club. I do appreciate the thought given to choosing it. I have just been to see the apartment today and have decided to choose a clock to go on a wall in the lounge, then every time I look at the time I shall think of all the good times I spent enjoying the company of my friends in Javea.  Lots of love Carole xxx”

Please be considerate to all our members and stay at home if you are sniffing, coughing or sick. Thank you.

Bridge bookings for w/c 6^th & 13^th February are now open – slots available - you can either e-mail the Club or use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse.

The following has a birthday in mid-February – happy birthday to Alain Lachard on the 12^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

12^th

A busy week at the club last week - congratulations to Christian & Eric in joining the 70% club on Monday 6th February; and to Janet and Tony in bidding the 1^st grand slam of the year – 7NT on Wednesday 8^th.

We would to like to welcome four new members to the club – Christian and Eric; and Censi & Juliette.

A number of our members are looking for partners – please keep an eye on the website and help out where you can.

We have a number of inexperienced players who have joined the club – Please be patient with them and give them the benefit of your experience. We have all been there and help them enjoy their game whilst learning.

A number of our members are looking for partners – please keep an eye on the website and help out where you can.

Please be considerate to all our members and stay at home if you are sniffing, coughing or sick. Thank you.

Bridge bookings for w/c 13^th & 20^th February are now open – slots available - you can either e-mail the Club or use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse.

The following has a birthday in mid-February – happy birthday to Neill Freeman on the 19^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

19^th

A busy week at the club last week – firstly our successful Valentine’s Tournament on Monday – thanks to Janet for organising the flowers and choices and to the members who provided a plate of tapas for afterwards. Congratulations again to Janet and Tony in bidding a grand slam of 7NT on Monday.

Please remember to check that your partner has not already put your names up – it may stop people getting a game.

Look out on Wednesday two of our ex-members are making a guest appearance!!

A number of our members are looking for partners – please keep an eye on the website and help out where you can.

A couple of housekeeping matters – firstly, thanks to Mike for putting an additional rack up for coats in the lobby outside of the toilets.

Secondly, please use the right bins for your rubbish – so we can recycle, wherever possible, and help our environment.

The crate for glass bottles is behind the bar, for plastic bottles/straws and cans under the bar, dustbin for paper by the bar and dustbin for everything else in the kitchen – please do your bit. It would also help, if you are able, for members to take contents of the 2 crates to the appropriate recycling bins at the end of play.

Please be considerate to all our members and stay at home if you are sniffing, coughing or sick. Thank you.

Bridge bookings for w/c 20^th & 27^th February are now open – slots available - you can either e-mail the Club or use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse.

The following have birthdays at the end of February – happy birthday to Barbara Williams on the 24^th and Anne Lise on the 25^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

26^th

It was lovely to welcome both Anita Ramval and Edith Schuster back to the club last week.

 It was sad to report the passing of Rod Rylatt last week. Rod was one of our new members. Our thoughts are with Jan and her family at this sad time.

Have been in contact with Carole who has had a minor hiccup health wise but is okay - well cared for. She received the keys to her apartment on Friday and is pleased with the friendliness of other residents. Obviously missing Javea and her friends. I am paying her a visit before coming to Javea in a couple of weeks.

Please remember to check that your partner has not already put your names up – it may stop other people getting a game; also, please let the club know if you are unable to come. Last week the Director waited for a pair who in the end never turned up!!

A number of our members and visitors are looking for partners – please keep an eye on the website and help out where you can.

Thanks to Mike Smith and Kjell for sorting the lights out in the main room – just the kitchen to do next. Also, pleased to hear the office is back functioning – just one set of curtains to be put up.

The committee has a meeting tomorrow – bulletin will be available following this.

Please be considerate to all our members and stay at home if you are sniffing, coughing or sick. Thank you.

Bridge bookings for w/c 27^th February & 6^th March are now open – slots available - you can either e-mail the Club or use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

1^st January

Firstly, a Happy New Year and pleased we are back playing bridge again!!

Thank you to Neill for organising the bridge away days at Calpe – enjoyed by all with four full tables.

Don’t forget it is that time of the year - annual subscriptions are now due - €30 please.

As of the beginning of 2023 your committee has decided that there will no longer be free entry for cashiers, scorers, and directors. In addition, we will no longer be giving tokens as prizes. All those with tokens can continue to use them. The decision was taken in the light of increasing costs, particularly our rent which has increased by 10%, and was a better option than putting up playing fees. 

The 2023 competitions have started – who is going to be the first to add their names to the 70% Club and, bid a grand slam.

Below are the 2022 Winners – congratulations to all of you.

Overall Pairs – Anne Lise Engan & John Hall – 58.6%

Individual – John Hall - 58.87%

Slam Ladder – Janet Caley – 48 Slam Points

Judith O’Reardon Trophy – Manny & Peter Hindley – 73.81%

Remembrance Trophy – Nick FitzGerald & Peter Hindley

Don’t forget to let the club have your details re emergency contacts – only received half a dozen to date.

Bridge bookings for w/c 2^nd & 9^th January are now open – slots available - you can either e-mail the Club or use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse.

The following have birthdays in the first half of January – happy birthday to Tony Myles on the 11^th and Vera Thomas on the 12^th. Vera’s is a special birthday - 100 - unfortunately, she does feel up to a celebration at the club so we will send something to her to celebrate at home.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

8^th January

A quiet start to the new year but more members are “winding” their way back from Christmas in their home countries or holidays.

Thanks to Chris & Mike for taking the decorations down at the weekend – looks a little bare now.

As some of you are aware the outside of the club at the rear is being renovated so the office is out of action - hence the tables by the bar are being used for “the office”.

With fewer members please ensure you help the committee by clearing your tables after the tournament.

Please be considerate to all our members and stay at home if you are sniffing, coughing or sick. Thank you.

Don’t forget it is that time of the year - annual subscriptions are now due - €30 please.

Don’t forget to let the club have your details re emergency contacts – only received half a dozen to date.

Bridge bookings for w/c 9^th & 16^th January are now open – slots available - you can either e-mail the Club or use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse.

The following have birthdays in the first half of January – happy birthday to Tony Myles on the 11^th and Vera Thomas on the 12^th celebrating her 100^th at hone with family and a few friends.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

15^th January

A busier week last week with members “winding” their way back from Christmas/New Year. We welcomed a previous member back last week – Alice Waldner – lovely to see you and also visitors Daniel, Cayon and Beau.

A numbers of slams were bid on Friday but who will bid the first grand slam of the year and also who will be the first entry to the 70% Club.

A message from our President – could our Brexiteer members let us know approximately when they will be here in the first half of the year to be able to arrange future social events – e-mail the club with details please.

The highlight of the week, however, was Vera celebrating her 100^th birthday with family and a few friends. Her family organised a small party at her home – with both sons, Malcolm and Richard and their families there. Highlight was Vera’s first great granddaughter, of 8 weeks, celebrating with her!! Picture above shows her with her telegram from the King and also the bouquet of flowers the club presented her. Vera was in good spirits enjoying the odd glass of cava – a lovely afternoon. More pictures can be found on the left hand column of the website under “Photos Social”.

Don’t forget it is that time of the year - annual subscriptions are now due - €30 please.

Please be considerate to all our members and stay at home if you are sniffing, coughing or sick. Thank you.

Don’t forget it is that time of the year - annual subscriptions are now due - €30 please.

Don’t forget to let the club have your details re emergency contacts – only received half a dozen to date.

Bridge bookings for w/c 16^th & 23^rd January are now open – slots available - you can either e-mail the Club or use the sign-up sheets in the Clubhouse.

The following has a birthday in late January – happy birthday to Mike Smith on the 25^th.

Janet’s cards are for sale, in aid of "Make a Smile", at PC Highway, the Club, and Polly’s Book shop, Audrey’s are just available at the Club.

22nd January

A busier week, last week, with more members "winding" their way back from Christmas/New Year. We welcomed a visitor from Canada - Laurence.

Mentioning who was going to be first to join the 70% club in 2023 last week - congratulations to Colin & John who on Friday scored 72.5%.

A number of small slams were bid last week but who will bid/make the first grand slam of 2023.

We have put draught excluders on the doors, but it is still quite chilly at the club - make sure you “dress” for this time of the year.

We have heard from our bridge cruise party – Terry & Carol, Alan & Anne and Royston & Barbara – they are currently in the Caribbean before some of them returning to Javea in March – enjoy – very chilly in both the UK and Javea.

Don’t forget it is that time of the year - annual subscriptions are now due - €30 please.

Please be considerate to all our members and stay at home if you are sniffing, coughing or sick. Thank you.

Don’t forget to let the club have your details re emergency contacts – only received half a dozen to date.