Have you ever wondered what to do after your partner has failed to alert your 2C as a Drury raise, and instead has raised you to 3C? Has your opponent ever pulled a card out of their hand after declarer has led, and then thought for several minutes and put it back? Has your partner ever scowled at you when you have failed to lead something they wanted? Worst of all, have you ever been accused of behaving in an illegal or unethical manner at the table, and not known what exactly you've done?

We've all experienced, and committed, breaches of bridge etiquette at some time or another at the table. But sometimes these breaches go beyond etiquette and give an advantage to our opponents. While there's been a great emphasis on "learning the game", we haven't all been taught what is illegal or unethical in duplicate bridge.

We approached Neil Kimelman and asked him to provide some guidance on this subject, and he's graciously agreed. Please note that while his article is more geared toward the beginning player, there is still much to be learned from his article for many of our members. 

To read Neil's article, click here. 

Shirley Galler will be hosting a complimentary lunch in Alex's honour on Wednesday, June 10th, at Soul Sanctuary. Lunch and memorial speeches will begin at 11:00, followed by our regular 12:15 pairs game. Card fees will be $10, half of which will go to Heart and Stroke Foundation in Alex's memory. For anyone wishing to make their own donation, envelopes will be available at the game. Please make every effort to attend.

For partnerships, contact Dave West at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 204-255-5823.

There have been a number of complaints regarding the use of scented products by some players attending our games. Please be aware that some of our members are sensitive to strong fragrances, and, given that we are in quite close quarters while we play, consider leaving your perfumes and colognes for other social events.

Thanks.

Save the date!

Bridge Manitoba is planning a 4-day Regional this fall! Games will run from Wednesday, October 14th through Saturday, October 17th. For more information, click here.