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Peterborough Bridge Club Inc
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Executive Members

President Darrell Rowe

Vice President Lyn Stevens 

Treasurer Melanie Hamilton

Secretary Marlene Steele

House   Bob Culbert

Bridge Development  Maureen Nichols

Social  Patty MacDonald 

Member at Large  Sandy Campbell

Web Site Administrator   Donna Wales

Past President      Bill Fox

Zero Tolerance at PBC

We strive to have a "Play Nice" atmosphere at our bridge club. Players are encouraged to respect their partners and opponents at all times. Comments on bidding or play of the hand can wait until after the game. If you feel that any player is not acting according to the policy, call the director.

PBC Bridge Directors Needed

New Directors needed at PBC

Contact our Club Manager if you are interested in becoming a director.

 

For information about becoming a director,

Click Director Resources in the blue side menu. 

  • Duplicate Decisions
  • Bridge Director's Handbook
  • Laws of Duplicate Bridge
Web Site Administrator

Donna Wales

705-927-4031 

wales.donna@outlook.com

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Welcome to Peterborough Bridge Club Inc

Welcome to the Peterborough Bridge Club Inc  

705-745-2331

www.bridgewebs.com/peterboroughbridge    

PBC Club Manager, Birte Ayer
ptbobridge@gmail.com

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PBC - Unit 246 - District 2 - Kibitzer - ACBL 166

Swiss Game to be held on Saturday August 29th at 1:00 PM

In a Swiss game, 4 players make up a team. It is a fun, social way to play bridge where we focus on making our contract. Overtricks are not important. One team plays against another team, then compares results to determine a winner. We play 4 rounds of 6 boards.

The “8 is enough” rule evens out the experience and strength factor among teams to make a more competitive and fun event.  Players are rated according to their master points:

  • Over 2500 =3
  • 750 – 2499 =2
  • Under 750 =1

Teams may be comprised of any combination that totals 8 or under.  Examples using the player ratings above: 2+2+1+3 =8 3+3+1+1=8 2+2+2+2=8 etc. (It is okay for a team to total less than 8, but not more.)  Contact Lyn Stevens to learn more or ask any questions. Email address: lynstevens@hotmail.ca

NEW Wednesday Game - Under 300 MP

Starting on September 9th the Club will host the new Wednesday afternoon game for members with fewer than 300 masterpoints.   The idea responds to feedback that our current Tuesday/Thursday mentoring games can feel too challenging for lower-masterpoint pairs.   The game will need at least 5–6 tables / 20+ players to be viable and would run alongside the Open game.To kick off this new game we will be offering free pizza to all players on the 9th (both Open and the under 300 MP players are invited to partake).   Pizza will be available at 12:30 and the game will begin at 1:00.   The sign-up sheet for the under 300 game is posted on the bulletin board.   Note that the MP limits for the Tuesday and Thursday game will remain unchanged (at least one player must have under 750 MP).

Our Duplicate Bridge Games

The following is a list of our games.  If you are a member of our club, the cost to play* is $9.00 per game (or buy a 3-play ticket for $25.00).  If you are not a member of our club, costs are 11.00 per play.   Coffee/tea is included.  Bring a partner and please arrive at least 15 minutes before the game start time to allow our Directors sufficient time to set up the game. * Cash only please.

Regularly scheduled games:

Monday 1:00 PM –  There are two games that are offered, which play at the same time.  Under 100MP  - Both players must have under 100MP.  (Generally fewer Boards are played which allows more time for play per Board.  Cost for this game is only $6.00 for members and $7.00 for non members.) and an Open game – this game is open to all players

Tuesday 1:00 PMTwo players with under 750MP may play in this game. PBC Board has decided to allow players with over 750MP to play in the Tuesday game as long as they play with a player with UNDER 750MP. The intent of this rule is to allow for mentoring whereby an experienced player is paired with a newer/less experienced player.  

Wednesday 1:00 PM Open Game - This game is open to all players.  

Thursday 1:00 PM Similar to the Tuesday game, at least one of the players must have UNDER 750MP.  

Friday 1:00 PM Open Game – this game is open to all players

Special games:

Saturday Birthday Game - Birthday games are held the second Saturday of each month at 1:00 PM. This is an Open Game. All Bridge Club members with birthdays in the month play for free. Birthday cake and fruit for all!  

Saturday Swiss Team  The next Swiss Team game will be held on August 29th at 1:00 PM.

Our Bridge Lessons
The Peterborough Bridge Club recognizes the important role that bridge lessons play in attracting new members to the game of duplicate bridge and to our club.  We have gifted teachers who provide lessons and share their knowledge and time.  They are masters of the game and successful teachers of many students, most of whom quickly learn to love the game and become members of the club. .All of our lessons cost  $6.00 per class.  

Beginner Bridge Lessons - Exercise your mind, meet new friends, and have some fun

  • Maureen Nichols provides beginner bridge lessons on Monday morning at the club.  She is starting a NEW series of lessons starting on September 28th at 9:00 AM.  These lessons are designed to teach bridge to players new to the game or players wishing to refresh and update their skills.  For further information please call Maureen at 705-874-6019 or email her at mo.nichols13@gmail.com.
  • Dalia offers beginner bridge lessons on Sunday from 1-3.  These lessons are designed for people who are new to the game or want to refresh skills, and prefer to take lessons on weekends.  To register or to get additional information please email Dalia at bridgeforbusybeesptbo@gmail.com

Maureen also leads Play and Learn classes on Mondays and Wednesdays from  9:00 - 11:00 AM.   These classes are designed for players who have learned the basics and wish to practice their bidding and play of the hand.   The format for the Play and Learn sessions are a short refresher lesson followed by a fun bridge game with instructors available to answer questions.   Please contact Maureen for further details.

Member's Milestones

According to the latest ACBL Bulletin, Jack Banks and Debby Lovegrove have achieved Silver Life Master with 1000 Points.   Congratulations Debby and Jack. 

Goodwill Messages

The Peterborough Bridge Club sends cards to mark significant moments in our members' lives.   Our Board recognizes achievements such as important bridge milestones.   We send cards during hospitalizations or extended health challenges that keep members away from our club.  Messages of condolences are also sent to the family when one of our members passes away. If you become aware of any of our members experiencing a notable life event, please reach out to Sandy Campbell at sandracampbell4336@gmail.com or by calling 705–761–1365.

 

Need a Partner- here are some tips

Suggestions for Finding a Bridge Partner

-When at the club, consider inviting your current partner for another game or extending an invitation to someone new.

-Our website, under Members Only, provides a section where you may submit your name or search for available partners.

-There is a small board located under the clock at the club, where members can add their names when seeking partners.

-The website also offers a comprehensive phone list of all members.

Please ensure you make every effort to find your own partners. If you have exhausted these options, you may contact Sandra or Maureen for assistance. Kindly note that it is inappropriate to call both simultaneously, as this can result in multiple individuals contacting the same members.

Calendar
29th August 2026
Swiss teams
PBC 1:00 pm
31st August 2026
Open Pairs
PBC 1:00 pm
  (Reservations)
31st August 2026
Under 100 Pairs
PBC 1:00 pm
1st September 2026
Open Pairs
PBC 1:00 pm
  (Reservations)
Results
Event Name
Director: Lyn Stevens
Open Pairs
Director: Chris Hushagen
Open Pairs
Director: Andrew Collins
Open Pairs
Director: Deb Lovegrove