 Welcome to The Villages Duplicate Bridge Club. Our club is located in The Villages (Florida's Friendliest Hometown) which is in central Florida. Our ACBL sanction number is #217489. We are in District 9, Unit 128. Regular game fees are $4 per person for a Village resident and $6 per person for a guest. We are a non-smoking club and adhere to the ACBL Zero Tolerance Policy.
Our club games are open to Villages residents and visitors who are eligible for and have obtained a guest pass sponsored by a resident. Residents of Lake, Sumter, and Marion counties are not eligible for guest passes, except those who have a close relative who is a Villages resident. For more information regarding guest passes, Click Here.
Our web site has a lot of information and you should scroll down the home page first to find out what you want and then click on the special menu buttons to obtain additional information on a specific subject.
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| Last updated : Nov 14, 2025 11:49 EST |
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| Current News and January 2026 Rank Changes |
Congratulations to those who have achieved a new ACBL ranking as of January, 2026. To view those members, CLICK HERE.
Please note that all past newsletters and e-blasts are located within the archive menus at left.
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| Last updated : Feb 1, 2026 08:19 EST |
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| Educational Opportunities |
NEW EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES:
ALL CLASSES ARE HELD AT THE O'DELL RECREATION CENTER @ 9 AM - 10:45 with a $5/fee/class
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TOPIC***FEE |
INSTRUCTION |
REGISTRATION |
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| Tues, Feb 24 |
Practice Stayman/Transfers, $5 |
Jan Masterson |
jembridge457@gmail.com |
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THREE SPOTS LEFT
This Stayman/Transfers class is geared for newer bridge players wanting drill and practice of the bidding sequences of the Stayman and Transfer conventions. Using 20 boards the class will help "cement" for the student how to bid using these nifty tools. No partner needed
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| Tues, Mar 3 |
Competitive Bidding, $5 |
Gloria Bennett |
gloriabridge123@gmail.com |
| Join Gloria to sharpen your instincts in competitive auction. This session dives deep into the “make or break” moments of bridge, covering the Law of Total Tricks, the critical difference between Takeout and Penalty Doubles, and navigating high-level bidding. Learn to confidently decide whether to push for one more and when to pass - turning tricky hands into winning results! |
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Tues,
Mar 10 & 17 |
2/1 Game Force
Modifications - $5/class |
Janet Matthews |
janetslesson@gmail.com |
| 2/1 Game Force Modifcations to Standard American bidding Enjoy Janet’s engaging use of videos and exercises as she clearly lays out the logic of two over one. You will receive notes and exercises at each session. |
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There are five ongoing opportunities for lessons and/or beginner play.
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Mondays, 5:30 pm lesson with 6 pm game: Seabreeze Rec Center, <150 MP's, An 18-board game. No partner required. Terry Oleske, director
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Wednesdays, 9 am, Eisenhower Rec Center, <50 MP's, An 18-board game. Caroline Davies, director
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Thursdays, 9 am, Rohan Rec Center, <100 MP's, An 18-board game. No partner required. Andrea Wolff, director
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Thursdays, 9 am, Sea Breeze Rec Center, <20 MP's, An 15/18-board "teaching" game. No partner required. Marilyn Schmidt, director
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Fridays, 9 am, Sea Breeze Rec Center, <150 MP's, An 18+ board game. Caroline Davies, director
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| Last updated : Feb 22, 2026 16:23 EST |
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| FEBRUARY 23 - MARCH 1 |
PLEASE CONTINUE TO ARRIVE FIFTEEN MINUTES BEFORE GAMETIME WITH OR WITHOUT A RESERVATION.
VERSION 2 of the February 2026 master game schedule is available. Please note that there are several venue changes and more are possible. Please be aware of the alert box and weekly schedule for changes. CLICK HERE. Please note that information such as game fees/charity or game name/location are noted in the schedule. The schedule is ALWAYS vulnerable to last minute changes announced in the Alert Box/Schedule.
If you have questions about the reservation process, INSTRUCTIONS are available.
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TYPE / MP RANGE |
VENUE |
DIRECTOR |
RESERVE |
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| MONDAYS |
1:00 PM |
OPEN |
SEA BREEZE |
DUTCH |
CLICK HERE |
| MONDAYS |
1:00 PM |
<1500 |
LAUREL MANOR |
PAT |
CLICK HERE |
MONDAY NITE <150 PLAYERS If you are having an issue with making a reservation please attend the game.
The game is not filled and spots are available. |
| MONDAYS |
5:30 PM |
<150 |
SEA BREEZE |
TERRY |
CLICK HERE |
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| TUESDAYS |
1:00 PM |
OPEN |
LAKE MIONA |
JOHN |
CLICK HERE |
| TUESDAYS |
1:00 PM |
<750 |
EISENHOWER |
PAT |
CLICK HERE |
| TUESDAYS |
6:00 PM |
<1500 |
LAKE MIONA |
JON |
CLICK HERE |
| TUESDAYS |
6:00 PM |
<300 |
LAKE MIONA |
JON |
CLICK HERE |
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| WEDNESDAYs |
9:00 AM |
<50 |
EISENHOWER |
CAROLINE |
CLICK HERE |
| WEDNESDAYS |
1:00 PM |
<1500 |
LAKE MIONA |
TERRY |
CLICK HERE |
| WEDNESDAYS |
1:00 PM |
OPEN |
SEA BREEZE |
ANITA |
CLICK HERE |
| WEDNESDAYS |
6:00 PM |
<300 |
SEA BREEZE |
PAM |
CLICK HERE |
| WEDNESDAYS |
6:00 PM |
OPEN |
SEA BREEZE |
PAM |
CLICK HERE |
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| THURSDAYS |
9:00 AM |
<20 |
SEA BREEZE |
MARILYN |
no rez/partner needed |
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Marilyn's Thursday 9 AM <20 learning game***FEBRUARY 26 Topic: "Blackwood Slam Try"
For a listing of lesson topics through May 14, CLICK HERE
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| THURSDAYS |
9:00 AM |
<100 |
ROHAN |
ANDREA |
CLICK HERE |
| THURSDAYS |
1:00 PM |
OPEN |
EZELL |
BRUCE |
CLICK HERE |
| THURSDAYS |
1:00 PM |
<300 |
EZELL |
BRUCE |
CLICK HERE |
| THURSDAYS |
4:30 PM |
<750 |
ROHAN |
PAT |
CLICK HERE |
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| FRIDAYS |
9:00 AM |
<750 |
SEA BREEZE |
CAROLINE |
CLICK HERE |
| FRIDAYS |
9:00 AM |
<150 |
SEA BREEZE |
CAROLINE |
CLICK HERE |
| FRIDAYS |
1:00 PM |
OPEN |
EISENHOWER |
DOUG |
CLICK HERE |
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| SAT MAR 7 & 21 |
9:00 AM |
MENTOR MENTEE |
LAKE MIONA |
GREG |
CLICK HERE |
| SAT, FEB 28 |
9:00 AM |
750 NLM SWISS |
LAKE MIONA |
ANDREA |
CLICK HERE |
| SATURDAYS |
1:00 PM |
OPEN |
LAKE MIONA |
JOHN |
CLICK HERE |
| SATURDAYS |
1:00 PM |
1500 |
EZELL |
BRUCE |
CLICK HERE |
| SATURDAYS |
1:00 PM |
300 |
EZELL |
BRUCE |
CLICK HERE |
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| SUNDAY, MAR 1 |
1:00 PM |
8 IS ENOUGH SWISS |
SEA BREEZE |
ANDREA |
CLICK HERE |
| SUNDAY, MAR 15 |
1:00 PM |
ALZHEIMERS OPEN |
SEA BREEZE |
ANDREA |
CLICK HERE |
| SUNDAY, MAR 15 |
1:00 PM |
ALZHEIMERS <750 |
SEA BREEZE |
ANDREA |
CLICK HERE |
| SUNDAY, MAR 29 |
1:00 PM |
8 IS ENOUGH SWISS |
SEA BREEZE |
ANDREA |
CLICK HERE |
Are you and your partner looking for teammates in an upcoming Swiss? Check out the NEW teammate sheet specific to Swiss Teams. You can use this sheet for you and your partner to look for teammates.
TEAMMATE SHEET FOR ANY UPCOMING SWISS EVENT (click here)
In 8 is enough game, sum of team's points must be <=8 based on the following masterpoint categories:
<500 mp = 1, 500-2000 mp = 2, >2000 = 3. For example, a pair of 3's will have to play with a pair of 1's. A team of four 2's is OK.
IS YOUR PERSONAL DEVICE UNABLE TO ACCESS THE RESERVATION MENU?
If your phone/tablet is unable to access our reservation system, please try one of the two links below. Of note, this is a generic reservation link. You will need to enter your ACBL No/Club No and then choose the DATE, TIME of DAY, and TYPE of game. Do NOT use this if you are not having difficulty making reservations.
CLICK HERE OR CLICK HERE
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| Last updated : Feb 22, 2026 16:30 EST |
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| GAME DIRECTORS |
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Pam Campbell
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(513) 720-2621
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campbell.ps.54@gmail.com
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Caroline Davies
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(352) 633-8505
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carolineddavies@yahoo.com
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Dutch Dresser
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(207) 890-0527
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dutch.dresser@gmail.com
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Greg Frank
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(501) 209-0908
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hgfrank@icloud.com
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Jon Greenspan
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(352) 805-9774
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jbg8429@gmail.com
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Pat Holmes
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(248) 931 4003
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patandmikeholmes@yahoo.com
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Paul Matheson
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(352) 259-4627
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mathudon@msn.com
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Janet Matthews
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(352) 283-4914
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janetmatthewsusa@gmail.com
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Terry Oleske
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(917) 806-7607
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terryoleske305@gmail.com
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Anita Piotrowski
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(603) 858-3838
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ajmpiotrowski@yahoo.com
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John Quinn
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(802) 989-0157
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jtqvt2@gmail.com
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Marilyn Schmidt
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(413) 329-3779
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marilynjeanschmidt@gmail.com
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Doug Smith
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(336) 906-9736
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desmith@aol.com
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Bruce Thiher
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(352) 643-0121
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brucegthiher@gmail.com
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Andrea Wolff
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(913) 378-6463
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andi1150@gmail.com |
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| Last updated : Jan 10, 2026 19:57 EST |
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