American Contract Bridge League (ACBL)
Your Best Partner in Bridge

Fall 2005 NABC — Nov. 17-27 in Denver CO

Special Events


Entertainment, Receptions, Meetings and More. Also see Education and Celebrity Speakers

*Friday, Nov. 18

Reception for Club Officials and Teachers
This is the ACBL’s “thank you” reception for the bridge teachers and club officials who work so hard to recruit and retain our members. All bridge teachers are welcome, along with club directors, managers and owners.
5:30 - 7 p.m.

Evening Entertainment
John Williams – Music from the Big Band Era
Veggies and dips
10:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

*Saturday, Nov. 19

Intermediate-Newcomer Reception
All 0-299 players are invited to a reception hosted by the Denver unit between sessions. Come meet Barbara Seagram and get your copy of one of her books signed. Barbara is the author of the award-winning “25 Bridge Conventions You Should Know” and other 25 “things” publications as well as the “Practice Your Bidding” series and “The Pocket Guide to Bridge.”
4:30 p.m.

Junior Member Reception
Juniors are invited to meet informally offsite between sessions. Check the Daily Bulletin for location.
5 p.m.

Evening Entertainment
The Not So Newlyweds Game –
Mike & Nancy Passell will host with World Champion Bridge Couples
Ice Cream bars
10:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

*Sunday, Nov. 20

ACBL Board of Governors Meeting
All members of the ACBL Board of Governors are invited to attend their Fall NABC meeting. This meeting is open to the general membership of the ACBL. Discussion will include recent actions of the Board of Directors, reports from the CEO and treasurer, along with new proposals from the Board of Governors.
9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Exhibition Table Tennis Match
An exhibition table tennis match between champion players Eddie Wold and Eddie Kantar will be held today.
5 p.m.

Evening Entertainment
Nacho Men – Great music from the 50s-80s. MUST come listen and dance! 9 piece band that plays various instruments and sing.
Mexican Food
10:30 p.m.-12:30 p.m.

*Monday, Nov. 21

Evening Entertainment
Dick Frost - Country Western, Played with famous groups including Willie Nelson, Judy Yamakishi – Instructor for CW dancing (line dance, CW Cha-Cha, Texas 2 Step and more!)
Hot dogs
10:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

*Tuesday, Nov. 22

Evening Entertainment
John Williams – Big Band Sound
Dry snacks & dips
10:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

*Wednesday, Nov. 23

Evening Entertainment
The Match Game – Mike & Nancy Passell will choose two contestants from the floor who will play with many other famous bridge players like Zia.
Reuben sandwiches
10:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

*Thursday, Nov. 24

Thanksgiving

*Friday, Nov. 25

Evening Entertainment
Opera Singers – In memory of Dan Mordecai
Baked Potato Bar
10:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

*Saturday, Nov. 26

Evening Entertainment
Harmony Emporium – Barbershop Quartet will mingle and entertain you while you eat.
Soft Pretzels
10:30 p.m. -12:30 a.m.

*Sunday, Nov. 27

* Massage therapists will be available before every session to provide chair massages.