Nov 23–Dec 3 • American Contract Bridge League

Hotels & Transportation
Schedules & Fees
Buy Your Entries
Newcomer Events
Partnership Desk
Seminars & Meetings
Other Games
Around Town
Restaurant Guide
Contacts
Local Atlanta Website
Daily Bulletins

Hotel Reservations Are Now Closed

For questions regarding your Atlanta reservation, contact Conference Direct at (855)956-0776 or email acbl@conferencedirect.com

Reservations through our housing bureau ConferenceDirect closed Nov. 3, 2023. Please contact the hotel directly for your reservation. Please note you may not get the bridge rate if you reserve after Nov. 3, 2023.

Hotel Cancellation Policy

Hotel cancellation policy

The ACBL will no longer charge a one-night room deposit to the credit card of a guest at the time of booking their hotel reservation. ACBL will charge a $150 CANCELATION FEE starting at sixty (60) days prior to that NABC’s Major Arrival Date, in addition to any cancelation fees the hotel may charge. Request for cancelation policy exceptions should be directed in writing to the ACBL Meeting Services Manager at nabc@acbl.org.

Host Hotel

Marriott Marquis
265 Peachtree Center Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404) 521-0000
$155 + tax

Transportation

If you’re flying in or out of Atlanta, chances are you’ll find yourself at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport; it’s the most popular airport in the city and one of the busiest airports in the world. Serving as the main hub for Delta, the airport has a domestic and an international terminal, with the former sitting on the west side and the latter on the east.

A very large number of cities and airlines have a direct flights to Atlanta. Direct flights to Atlanta (ATL): (flightconnections.com)

MARTA

The best way to get around Atlanta is by MARTA, Atlanta’s public transportation system. MARTA operates both bus and rail lines throughout the city and into nearby suburbs. For $2.50 per person, you can take MARTA from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport directly to the host hotel.
There is a MARTA station located very close to the Marriott Marquis. Take the MARTA North-South line to the Peachtree Center Station. Once at the station, follow the signs to the Harris Street exit after getting off the train, and then to Peachtree Street East. At street level, turn right to walk north along Peachtree Street. Turn right again at the first intersection on Harris Street, then left at the next block on Peachtree Center Avenue. It is about a three-minute walk. If you don’t want to walk outside, you can also exit the station into the Peachtree Center mall, where there’s a sky bridge connection. Turn left after Caribou Coffee and right at the ATM. Follow signs to the Marriott.

The MARTA fare is $2.50 per ride ($5.00 roundtrip). There is a senior rate (for those 65 and over) on MARTA that reduces the rate to just $1.00 each way. A MARTA senior card needs to be obtained to get that rate. Visit the MARTA website for details.

MARTA Phone App

Parking

If you want to drive to the tournament, there are various parking options available. There is a surface lot just south of the hotel off Courtland Street that costs $15.00 for a full day.

Parking at the Marriott Marquis hotel is $27.50 per day. Please see the NABC Information Desk to receive your voucher (Located on the Marquis Level/Second Floor). This rate is available to all players.

The local committee is offering a discount off that rate for those that carpool with at least three additional Bridge Players in the car. After the discount, the rate is just $16.00 per day. To obtain this discount, fill out a carpool discount form at the NABC Information desk (Located on the Marquis Level/Second Floor).

Ride Share

If you can obtain cheap or free parking in the downtown area, there is a Lyft/Uber drop off area right next to the front door of the hotel. It is under cover in the event there is rain.

Scooter & Mobility Aides

Tournament Fees

All players must have an ACBL member number to participate in any event (ACBL member numbers are valid for life, even if your membership is inactive). Not a member? Join now!

Entry Fees (per person/per session)

All fees are subject to change without notice.

Events	ACBL Members*	Inactive members**
NABC+ (Platinum points) $1.50 per entry benefits the International Fund	$30	Not Eligible
NABC (Gold and Red points)	$22	Not Eligible
Regional / Gold Rush (Gold and Red points)	$20	$24
Intermediate/Newcomer (0-299er, Red points)	$15	$19

* Members who are up-to-date with their membership dues or service fee** Inactive members may renew during the event, or pay a $4 upcharge per session

Team Entry Fees: For team events of three or more sessions, the entry fee is the base price of the event, times the number of people on the team. For example, an event with a base price of $20 is $80 for a team of four, $100 for a team of five, or $120 for a team of six. In all team events, except one- or two-session Swiss events, entry fees are charged on a per person basis.

Screen Fees: $10 per session per pair and $20 per session per team is added to events when screens are in use.

Youth & Junior Entry Fees

Youth Regional-rated Event Free Entry All Youth members are eligible for free entries that may be used at any Regional-rated event***.

NBO Junior Player Free Entry Juniors named to teams to represent Zone 2 NBOs in world competitions (“Junior NBO Player”) will receive free plays for NABCs occurring between the time they are named to the team and the world championship. These free entries can only be used while playing in a team or pair made up of Zone 2’s NBO Junior Players.

These are the amounts that each eligible Junior category will pay during NABCs (screen fees are not included in the Junior/Youth coupons and must be paid separately):

Events	Youth	Full-time Student, age 21-25	NBO Junior Player
NABC+	$10	$10	Free
NABC	$7	$7	Free
Regional / Gold Rush	Free	$5	Free
Intermediate/Newcomer	Free	Free	Free

*** All Intermediate/Novice and Gold Rush events at NABCs are Regional-rated events

Tournament Schedules

Full Tournament Schedule

Schedule of Events

Revised 03/22/2023

Thursday, November 23

noon	International Fund Pairs Thu-Sat Daylight Series International Fund Swiss Teams International Fund 299er Pairs
5 pm	Educational Foundation Pairs Thu-Sat Daylight Series Educational Foundation Swiss Teams Educational Foundation 299er Pairs

Friday, November 24

10 am	Friday Morning Side Pairs Thurs-Sat Daylight Series 299er Pairs 99er Pairs
10 am & 3 pm	NAIL LIFE MASTER PAIRS 2 qualifying, 2 final sessions. Gwendolyn Middlebrooks Open Pairs (unlim./4000/1500) Gold Rush Pairs Bracketed Round Robin Teams
10 am & 3:30 pm	SOLOWAY KNOCKOUT TEAMS 2-day Swiss qualifying & 5-day KO.
3 pm	Friday Afternoon Side Pairs Thu-Sat Daylight Series 299er Pairs
7:30 pm	Friday Evening Side Pairs Fri-Mon Evening Series

Saturday, November 25 – Junior Day

10 am	Saturday Morning Side Pairs Thu-Sat Daylight Series 299er Pairs John and Janice Hearon Memorial 99er Pairs Bridge Plus+ Free 12 deals (0-20), follows 8am lesson
10 am & 3 pm	NAIL LIFE MASTER PAIRS Top-Flight Pairs (unlim./5000) Mid-Flight Pairs (4000/1250) Gold Rush Pairs Bracketed Round Robin Teams
10 am & 3:30 pm	SOLOWAY KNOCKOUT TEAMS NABC 0-10,000 SWISS TEAMS 2 qualifying & 2 final sessions
3pm	Saturday Afternoon Side Pairs Thu-Sat Daylight Series 299er Pairs
7:30pm	Saturday Evening Side Pairs Fri-Mon Evening Series

Sunday, November 26

9:30am & 3:30pm	SOLOWAY KNOCKOUT TEAMS
10 am	Sunday Morning Side Pairs Sun-Tue Daylight Series 299er Pairs John and Janice Hearon Memorial 99er Pairs Bridge Plus+ Free 12 deals (0-20), follows 8am lesson
10am & 3pm	MITCHELL OPEN BOARD-A-MATCH TEAMS 2 qualifying & 2 final sessions SUPER SENIOR PAIRS 2 qualifying & 2 final sessions. Must be 75+. Open Pairs Top-Flight Swiss Teams (unlim./5000) Susan Cole Memorial Mid-Flight Swiss Teams (4000/1250) Gold Rush Swiss Teams
10am & 3:30pm	NABC 0-10,000 SWISS TEAMS
3 pm	Sunday Afternoon Side Pairs Sun-TueDaylight Series 299er Pairs
7:30 pm	Sunday Evening Side Pairs Fri-Mon Evening Series

Monday, November 27 – Goodwill Day

9:30am & 3:30pm	SOLOWAY KNOCKOUT TEAMS
10 am	Monday Morning Side Pairs Sun-Tue Daylight Series 299er Pairs 99er Pairs
10 am & 3 pm	MITCHELL OPEN BOARD-A-MATCH TEAMS SUPER SENIOR PAIRS NABC 0-10,000 IMP PAIRS 2 qualifying & 2 final sessions Mike Kovacich Memorial Top-Flight Pairs (unlim./5000) Dora Biven Memorial Mid-Flight Pairs (4000/1250) Gold Rush Pairs Top-Flight Swiss Teams (unlim/6000/4500) Bracketed Round Robin Teams
3 pm	Monday Afternoon Side Pairs Sun-Tue Daylight Series 299er Pairs
7:30 pm	Monday Evening Side Pairs Fri-Mon Evening Series Mon-Tue Evening Open Swiss Teams (unlim/4000/1500) continues Tue at 7:30 pm Mon-Tue Evening Gold Rush Swiss Teams continues Tue at 7:30 pm

Tuesday, November 28 – Frank Garson Memorial Day

9:30am & 3:30pm	SOLOWAY KNOCKOUT TEAMS
10 am	Tuesday Morning Side Pairs Sun-Tue Daylight Series 299er Pairs 99er Pairs
10 am & 3 pm	KAPLAN BLUE RIBBON PAIRS 2 qualifying, 2 semifinal & 2 final sessions WHITEHEAD WOMEN’S PAIRS 2 qualifying & 2final sessions 0-6000 BLUE RIBBON PAIRS 2 qualifying, 2 semifinal & 2 final sessions NABC 0-10,000 IMP PAIRS Open Pairs (unlim./4000/1500) Bruce Tyler Memorial Gold Rush Pairs Top-Flight Swiss Teams (unlim/6000/4500) Lee Wilcox Bracketed Round Robin Teams (0-4000)
3 pm	Tuesday Afternoon Side Pairs Tue-Fri Daylight Series 299er Pairs
7:30 pm	Betty Malin Memorial Tuesday Evening Side Pairs Tue-Fri Evening Series Mon-Tue Evening Open Swiss Teams (unlim/4000/1500) Mon-Tue Evening Gold Rush Swiss Teams

Wednesday, November 29 – Dan Papineau Day

9:30am & 3:30pm	SOLOWAY KNOCKOUT TEAMS
10am	Wednesday Morning Side Pairs Wed-Thu Daylight Series 299er Pairs 99er Pairs
10 am & 3 pm	KAPLAN BLUE RIBBON PAIRS WHITEHEAD WOMEN’S PAIRS 0-6000 BLUE RIBBON PAIRS Top-Flight Pairs (unlim./5000) Mid-Flight Pairs (4000/1250) Gold Rush Pairs Top-Flight Swiss Teams (unlim./6000/4500) Charles Pierson Bracketed Round Robin Teams (0-4000)
3pm	Wednesday Afternoon Side Pairs Wed-Thu Daylight Series 299er Pairs
7:30 pm	Betty Malin Memorial Wednesday Evening Side Pairs Tue-Fri Evening Series

Thursday, November 30

9:30am & 3:30pm	SOLOWAY KNOCKOUT TEAMS
10 am	Thursday Morning Side Pairs Wed-Thu Daylight Series 299er Pairs 99er Pairs
10am & 1:30pm	NABC 0-10,000 FAST PAIRS 2 qualifying & 2 final sessions
10am & 3pm	SENIOR MIXED PAIRS 2 qualifying & 2 final sessions 0-6000 BLUE RIBBON PAIRS Top-Flight Pairs (unlim./5000) Mid-Flight Pairs (4000/1250) Gold Rush Pairs Top-Flight Swiss Teams (unlim/6000/4500) Ron Niu Memorial Bracketed Round Robin Teams
10am & 3:30pm	KAPLAN BLUE RIBBON PAIRS
3 pm	Thursday Afternoon Side Pairs Wed-Thu Daylight Series 299er Pairs
7:30 pm	Betty Malin Memorial Thursday Evening Side Pairs Tue-Fri Evening Series

Friday, December 1

9:30am & 3:30pm	REISINGER BOARD-A-MATCH TEAMS Pre-registration required by 8pm Thursday 11/30; 2 qualifying, 2 semifinal & 2 final sessions
10 am	Friday Morning Side Pairs Fri-Sun Daylight Series 299er Pairs 99er Pairs
10am & 1pm	Fast Pairs
10am & 1:30pm	NABC 0-10,000 FAST PAIRS
10am & 3pm	SENIOR MIXED PAIRS 2 qualifying & 2 final sessions. Must be born before Jan. 1., 1960. Top-Flight Pairs (unlim./5000) Mid-Flight Pairs (4000/1250) Gold Rush Pairs Will Boynton Memorial Bracketed Round Robin Teams
10am & 3:30pm	KEOHANE NORTH AMERICAN SWISS TEAMS 2 qualifyig, 2 semifinal & 2 final sessions
3 pm	Friday Afternoon Side Pairs Fri-Sun Daylight Series 299er Pairs
7:30 pm	Betty Malin Memorial Friday Evening Side Pairs &emap;Tue-Fri Evening Series

Saturday, December 2

9:30am & 3:30pm	REISINGER BOARD-A-MATCH TEAMS
10am	Saturday Morning Side Pairs Fri-Sun Daylight Series 299er Pairs
10am & 1pm	Fast Pairs
10am & 3pm	NABC 0-6000 PAIRS 2 qualifying & 2 final sessions Open Pairs (unlim./4000/1500) Gold Rush Pairs Top-Flight Swiss Teams (unlim/6000/4500) Charles Pierson Bracketed Round Robin Teams (0-4000)
10am & 3:30pm	KEOHANE NORTH AMERICAN SWISS TEAMS NABC+ MIXED SWISS TEAMS 2 qualifying & 2 final sessions
3 pm	Saturday Afternoon Side Pairs Fri-Sun Daylight Series 299er Pairs

Sunday, December 3

9:30am & 3:30pm	REISINGER BOARD-A-MATCH TEAMS KEOHANE NORTH AMERICAN SWISS TEAMS
10 am	Sunday Morning Side Pairs Fri-SunDaylightSeries 299er Pairs
10am & 1 pm	Fast Open Pairs
10 am & tba	Top-Flight Swiss Teams (unlim./6000/4500) Playthrough with a short break Bracketed Round Robin Teams (0-4000) Playthrough with a short break
10am & 3 pm	NABC 0-6000 PAIRS
10am & 3:30 pm	NABC+ MIXED SWISS TEAMS
2 pm	Sunday Afternoon Side Pairs Fri-Sun Daylight Series 299er Pairs

Stratification for open regional events is unlimited/2500/750 unless otherwise noted. Stratification for gold rush events is 750/400/200 unless otherwise noted.

Regional top-flight, mid-flight and open pair events play 26 or 27 boards per session. Gold Rush and side pairs play 24 boards per session. Swiss and Round Robin team events typically play 24 boards per session, depending on the event or bracket size.

In gold-point events of two or more sessions, overall awards and section tops are paid in gold to any strat that has a maximum of 750 or higher. Side Pairs Series pay gold only to the open strat, and it is necessary to play two or more sessions in the series to earn gold.

All regional team events use the 20-point VP scale.

I/N events are stratified as appropriate at the discretion of the director. No player may be over 300. Members with 0-5 masterpoints play free in I/N events on Friday, November 24.

Conditions of Contest

Like all Olympic sports, bridge has a precise set of rules for competition. The Conditions of Contest detail these protocols and regulations for every event played at the NABC. Whether you need to know the rules for General Knockout Teams or you are looking for specific information about Blue Ribbon Pairs, the Conditions of Contest will guide you.

Partnership Desk

The online partnership requests can be submitted through Tuesday, November 21. Please go to the Partnership Desk for pairing once the tournament has started. If you submitted a partnership request and did not get a partner, we will fill out a partnership card for you and place it on the partnership board.

Pair Games Team Games

Seminars and Meetings

Beyond the games at the NABCs, members can enjoy educational programs. Below is a listing of the seminars being offered in Atlanta. Please check the NABC Daily Bulletin for the exact location of each session.

Best Practices Teacher Workshop

Friday–Sunday, November 24–26
This workshop covers proven techniques that help teachers be more effective in their classroom. The focus is on how, rather than what, to teach. Participants may opt to demonstrate their Best Practices proficiency on Sunday afternoon or Monday morning to earn certification as an ACBL Best Practices teacher. For more information visit acbl.org/bpteacher.

Workshop fee: $125
Time: 1–5 p.m. Friday; 8 a.m.–noon Saturday and Sunday
Location: Room M106, Marquis Level

Reception for Club Officials and Teachers

Friday, November 24, 6:30 – 8pm
Salon 1, International Level
The ACBL hosts this reception to say thank you to the club officials and teachers who recruit and retain our members. We invite club managers, teachers and club directors to attend. A light meal and adult beverages will be served. Preregistration closed Nov. 4. Walkup admittance is not guaranteed.

Learn Bridge in A Day? Instructor Accreditation

Saturday, November 25, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
A light meal will be provided 6–6:30 p.m.
This program instructs teachers in methods of administering and presenting LBIAD.
Fee: $75. To register, email Patty Tucker at patty@whirlwindbridge.com

Teacher Breakfast Meeting

Monday, November 27, 7:30 – 9:30 a.m.
Room M103, Marquis Level
See presentations from ABTA Master Teachers of award-winning teaching materials and learn how the ACBL and ACBL Educational Foundation can help you. The first 20 teachers who register receive complimentary copies of the materials, and non-ABTA members receive a free one-year membership in the ABTA. Preregistration closed Nov. 4. Walkup admittance is not guaranteed.

For New Players

Just getting started? Try the friendly bridge experience of the Intermediate/Newcomer Area at the NABC! This welcoming area features many chances to learn more (often for free) and practice with players at your skill level. Stop by the Intermediate/Newcomer Desk for more information.

Newcomer Schedule

Learn Bridge in A Day?^®

Saturday, November 25, 1– 6 p.m.
Room A602 on the Atrium Level
You’ll nail the basics of bridge in this interactive class that has both instruction and coached play. If you’re just starting, returning to the game or wanting to test the waters before taking formal lessons, this course is for you. Leave the class and take on a newcomer game!
Fee: $20 pre-registered or $25 at the door – includes textbook

Doubles in a Day

Sunday, November 26, 1–5 p.m.
Room A602 on the Atrium Level
Have your friends and family go a bit further into the learning curve with Doubles in a Day! Students will learn two useful doubles that happen every time you play. Course includes student workbook, presentation and practice hands.
Fee: $20 pre-registered, $25 at the door; includes textbook.

Free Lessons

Both lessons will be followed by a free 12-board game for newer players (0-20 masterpoints).

Date: Saturday, November 25
Time: 8am -9:45am
Speaker: Jerry Helms
Topic: Intro to Defense
Location: Room A602 on the Atrium Level

Date: Sunday, November 26
Time: 8am -9:45am
Speaker: Patty Tucker
Topic: Drury
Location: Room A602 on the Atrium Level

Other Games

Bridge Mania

Sunday, November 26, 8:30 p.m. – 11 p.m.
A7001 (Atrium Level 4th Floor).
Join us for bridge-themed games like Jeopardy, Family Feud, Wild Hand Tournament and “Whats the Score” Trivia. Light food, cash bar and prizes for winners handed out by ACBL Executive Director, Bronia Jenkins.

Beyond Bridge: Game On

Wednesday, November 29, 8:30 p.m. – 11 p.m.
A7001 (Atrium Level 4th Floor).
Picture yourself challenging Bob Hamman and Joe Grue at backgammon, John Hurd and David Grainger at Catan, Eddie Wold at cribbage, or George Jacobs at pretty much any game … #bridgestars. No masterpoints, no directors (except as players), just snacks, a cash bar, friends and fun.

Spades Event

Saturday, December 2, 2 – 6:30 p.m.
Marquis Ballroom A
Spades is a classic card game typically played by four players in partnerships of two. It involves strategy, communication, and skill. Our Spades event offers a platform for friendly competition and networking in an enjoyable and challenging setting and its totally FREE. Join us for an event that promises not only thrilling Spades matches but the creation of lasting memories. Register for FREE below!

Register Game Rules

Atlanta Attractions

Atlanta is a vibrant city that elevates Southern hospitality, cuisine and culture to another level. With loads of personality, this city exudes soul and was named to both the National Geographic’s 2022 Best of the World list and Lonely Planet’s 2022 Best in Travel list.

See a complete listing of attractions and events at discoveratlanta.com

World of Coca-Cola

Atlanta is home to Coca-Cola and features a unique soda experience like no other. At the World of Coca-Cola, you can sample more than 100 Coca-Cola beverages from around the world, get a behind-the-scenes look at the bottling process and even enter the Vault of the Secret Formula.

Mon.-Thurs., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fri.-Sun., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
121 Baker St. NW
404-676-5151

Website

National Center for Civil and Human Rights

Atlanta has been home to leaders like Martin Luther King Jr., John Lewis and countless others who championed justice. The National Center for Civil and Human Rights is a museum that honors their hard work and features interactive exhibits exploring the past and present.

Tues.-Fri., noon-5 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
100 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd.
678-999-8990

Website

Oakland Cemetery

Oakland Cemetery isn’t just a revered graveyard for famous Atlantans, it’s also the city’s oldest public park with picturesque scenery and great views of Downtown Atlanta.

Daily, dawn to dusk
248 Oakland Ave.
404-688-2107

Website

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Weather

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Contacts

Fall NABC Committee Website

Tournament Committee

Position	Name & Email
Tournament Co-Chairs	Jack Feagin jackfeagin@atlantanabc.org Becky Butler beckybutler@atlantanabc.org
Information	Elizabeth Ambler elizabethambler@atlantanabc.org
Sponsorship	Judy Fendrick judyfendrick@atlantanabc.org Pete Martin petemartin@atlantanabc.org
Partnership	Jan Noll jannoll@atlantanabc.org Carey Snider careysnider@atlantanabc.org
Restaurant Guide	Rob Epstein robepstein@atlantanabc.org
Volunteers	Vickie Bell vickiebell@atlantanabc.org
Web Masters	Garry Williams garrywilliams@atlantanabc.org Gabriel Fadel gabrielfadel@atlantanabc.org

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Full Tournament Schedule

Schedule of Events

Thursday, November 23

Friday, November 24

Saturday, November 25 – Junior Day

Sunday, November 26

Monday, November 27 – Goodwill Day

Tuesday, November 28 – Frank Garson Memorial Day

Wednesday, November 29 – Dan Papineau Day

Thursday, November 30

Friday, December 1

Saturday, December 2

Sunday, December 3

Conditions of Contest

Best Practices Teacher Workshop

Reception for Club Officials and Teachers

Learn Bridge in A Day? Instructor Accreditation

Teacher Breakfast Meeting

Learn Bridge in A Day?®

Doubles in a Day

Free Lessons

Bridge Mania

Beyond Bridge: Game On

Spades Event

Registration for Spades Event

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Player One:

Player Two:

World of Coca-Cola

National Center for Civil and Human Rights

Oakland Cemetery

Restaurant Guide

Weather

Tournament Committee

The Zoom Room is available Monday through Friday, 3:30 pm-5:30 pm (Eastern).

Learn Bridge in A Day?^®