Players with fewer than 500 points will have an opportunity to compete for silver points at a special Limited Sectional hosted by the Mathewson Bridge Center in Reno on Saturday, September 14. Games are at 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. There will be separate sections for those with fewer than 150 points (149ers) and those with fewer than 500 (499ers). The center is at 125 West Plumb Lane in Reno. For more information, go to the Reno club's website by clicking here.

The Carson Tahoe Bridge Unit will host a Shrimp Boil at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, September 22 at the Gardnerville home of long-time member Gladys Turissini. All those who play at any of the Unit's four clubs -- South Lake Tahoe, Incline Village, Gardnerville and Carson City -- are welcome to attend. Spouses and guests are also welcome. The menu for this free event includes shrimp, andouille sausage, red potatoes and corn on the cob, as well as cake for dessert. Signup sheets will be circulated at club games to help us anticipate the amount of food needed. Attendees should bring their own lawn chairs and their preferred drinks, including any alcoholic beverages. Those who wish to do so may also bring an appetizer to share. The Turissini home is located at 315 Reflection Court in Gardnerville, west from 395 at Muller Lane and then south on Foothill Road to Reflection Court.

The Reno/Sparks Regional Tournament from October 7 to 14 offers 5 days of Open Pairs, 4 days of Gold Rush Pairs, and 5 days of Bracketed Teams as well as morning and afternoon 499er Pairs. The tournament will be held in the Nugget Casino Resort in Sparks. Entry fees are $17 for ACBL members and $21 for players not current on ACBL dues. Line up partners and teams now so you don't get left out! For complete details, click here.