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SUMMARY:Supervised Play Monday Evenings
DESCRIPTION:Kathy Harper\n(650) 207-1816\nSend Email
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/supervised-play-10-monday-evenings-sept-2024/2024-11-18/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
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SUMMARY:Beginning Bridge
DESCRIPTION:Kathy Harper\n(650) 207-1816\nSend Email \n\n\n\nLearn Bridge the modern way in this course designed by Pat Harrington! Each class includes both instruction and practice play. Start playing the very first day! Children & teens welcome. \nFor people who have never played bridge and those people who have played for years but want a refresher course or just to learn the basics. \nNotes will be emailed for all classes. No make-up classes are offered for missed classes. \nOur course instructor is ABTA Master Teacher Kathy Harper. Kathy and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment. \nPlease contact Kathy Harper for more information.
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/beginning-bridge-10-september-2024/2024-11-18/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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SUMMARY:Supervised Play Monday Evenings
DESCRIPTION:Kathy Harper\n(650) 207-1816\nSend Email
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/supervised-play-10-monday-evenings-sept-2024/2024-12-02/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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SUMMARY:Beginning Bridge
DESCRIPTION:Kathy Harper\n(650) 207-1816\nSend Email \n\n\n\nLearn Bridge the modern way in this course designed by Pat Harrington! Each class includes both instruction and practice play. Start playing the very first day! Children & teens welcome. \nFor people who have never played bridge and those people who have played for years but want a refresher course or just to learn the basics. \nNotes will be emailed for all classes. No make-up classes are offered for missed classes. \nOur course instructor is ABTA Master Teacher Kathy Harper. Kathy and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment. \nPlease contact Kathy Harper for more information.
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/beginning-bridge-10-september-2024/2024-12-02/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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SUMMARY:Supervised Play Monday Evenings
DESCRIPTION:Kathy Harper\n(650) 207-1816\nSend Email
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/supervised-play-10-monday-evenings-sept-2024/2024-12-16/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
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SUMMARY:Beginning Bridge
DESCRIPTION:Kathy Harper\n(650) 207-1816\nSend Email \n\n\n\nLearn Bridge the modern way in this course designed by Pat Harrington! Each class includes both instruction and practice play. Start playing the very first day! Children & teens welcome. \nFor people who have never played bridge and those people who have played for years but want a refresher course or just to learn the basics. \nNotes will be emailed for all classes. No make-up classes are offered for missed classes. \nOur course instructor is ABTA Master Teacher Kathy Harper. Kathy and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment. \nPlease contact Kathy Harper for more information.
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/beginning-bridge-10-september-2024/2024-12-16/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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SUMMARY:Supervised Play Monday Evenings
DESCRIPTION:Kathy Harper\n(650) 207-1816\nSend Email
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/supervised-play-10-monday-evenings-sept-2024/2025-01-13/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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SUMMARY:Beginning Bridge
DESCRIPTION:Kathy Harper\n(650) 207-1816\nSend Email \n\n\n\nLearn Bridge the modern way in this course designed by Pat Harrington! Each class includes both instruction and practice play. Start playing the very first day! Children & teens welcome. \nFor people who have never played bridge and those people who have played for years but want a refresher course or just to learn the basics. \nNotes will be emailed for all classes. No make-up classes are offered for missed classes. \nOur course instructor is ABTA Master Teacher Kathy Harper. Kathy and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment. \nPlease contact Kathy Harper for more information.
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/beginning-bridge-10-september-2024/2025-01-13/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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SUMMARY:Free Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Our Unit provides free lectures as part of our education program. Lectures cover areas of interest for new as well as intermediate players. Lectures are held at our Bridge Center. Sign-ups are not required. \nMore
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/free-lecture-3/2025-01-15/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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SUMMARY:Intermediate 1:  Bid to the Best Contract
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\nFrank Smoot\n‭(408) 306-3901‬\nSend Email \n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Learn powerful and practical bidding concepts.  This course is for players who are familiar with the basics of bridge and would like to either brush-up or move to the next level. \nUsing materials from many sources (primarily Richard Pavlicek) you will learn powerful and practical bidding concepts plus general play and defense ideas\, do exercises in class (homework outside of class) and finish the evening by playing hands relating to the topic. Snacks are also provided. You will be amazed at what you willl learn\, even if you have played for years and years! \nThe in-class exercises are available in electronic format so students can play the hands at home and receive commentary on their bidding and play (requires Bridge Baron software on Mac or PC). \nOur course lecturer is the very popular Frank Smoot who has taught bridge to players of all levels in Palo Alto for 30+ years. Frank and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment. \nFor more information contact Frank Smoot (408) 306-3901 email. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 6-Week Course Covers\nBridge Baron Downloads\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpener’s Rebid\nOpener’s Third Bid\nOvercalls\nTakeout Doubles\nPreemptive Bidding\nNegative Doubles\n\n\n\n\nOpener’s Rebid\nOpener’s Third Bid\nOvercalls\nTakeout Doubles\nPreemptive Bidding\nNegative Doubles\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Bridge Baron Support \nPurchase:  BaronBarclay\nInstructions for downloading and playing files with Bridge Baron\nStudents:  For additional support contact Alan Templeton or Frank Smoot[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nPayment\nAfter registering\, below\, you may pay by Zelle or check to hold your spot: \nZelle:  Transfer $200 to either franklinsalias-bridge@yahoo.com or (408) 306-3901. \nCheck:  Mail a check made out to Frank Smoot in the amount of $200: \n\nFrank Smoot\n15 Tagus Ct.\nPortola Valley\, CA 94028[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/intermediate-1-january-2025/2025-01-16/
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CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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SUMMARY:Celebrity Bridge Seminar with Amber Lin
DESCRIPTION:How to “Think Like an Expert at Trick 1”\nAmber Lin Webinar\nSaturday\, January 18\, 2025\, 9:30-11:00am on Zoom\nAmber will review example hands as a declarer and explain her thought process at trick 1 – what line-of-play to take\, how to take more tricks by reading your opponent’s lead\, simple probability\, and table psychology.   \nThis lesson will benefit all levels of players\, especially Newcomers and Intermediate players \nInformation & Registration \n\n World and National Champion\n Team USA Member – Women’s\, Mixed\, Juniors\n “It’s Your Call” Bridge Bulletin Contributor \nAmber Lin is a young professional player and teacher who lives here in the Bay Area. She was recently awarded the ACBL’s 2025 Honorary Member recognizing her huge contributions to the membership.  She won a gold medal in the World Mixed Teams Championships in 2023 and a silver medal in 2022\, she won the Freeman Mixed Board-a-Match Teams in 2022 and won the European Under-31 Pairs Championships in 2023. \nAmber is passionate about introducing young people to the game and is the chair of Silicon Valley Youth Bridge (SiVY) providing regular instruction at the Palo Alto Bridge Center for young\, new players.  She is also the co-organizer of the USBF Junior Training Program and runs the U26 Women’s Intensive program with Kevin
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/celebrity-bridge-seminar-with-amber-lin-jan-2025/
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CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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SUMMARY:Free Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Our Unit provides free lectures as part of our education program. Lectures cover areas of interest for new as well as intermediate players. Lectures are held at our Bridge Center. Sign-ups are not required. \nMore
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/free-lecture-3/2025-01-22/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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SUMMARY:Intermediate 1:  Bid to the Best Contract
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\nFrank Smoot\n‭(408) 306-3901‬\nSend Email \n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Learn powerful and practical bidding concepts.  This course is for players who are familiar with the basics of bridge and would like to either brush-up or move to the next level. \nUsing materials from many sources (primarily Richard Pavlicek) you will learn powerful and practical bidding concepts plus general play and defense ideas\, do exercises in class (homework outside of class) and finish the evening by playing hands relating to the topic. Snacks are also provided. You will be amazed at what you willl learn\, even if you have played for years and years! \nThe in-class exercises are available in electronic format so students can play the hands at home and receive commentary on their bidding and play (requires Bridge Baron software on Mac or PC). \nOur course lecturer is the very popular Frank Smoot who has taught bridge to players of all levels in Palo Alto for 30+ years. Frank and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment. \nFor more information contact Frank Smoot (408) 306-3901 email. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 6-Week Course Covers\nBridge Baron Downloads\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpener’s Rebid\nOpener’s Third Bid\nOvercalls\nTakeout Doubles\nPreemptive Bidding\nNegative Doubles\n\n\n\n\nOpener’s Rebid\nOpener’s Third Bid\nOvercalls\nTakeout Doubles\nPreemptive Bidding\nNegative Doubles\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Bridge Baron Support \nPurchase:  BaronBarclay\nInstructions for downloading and playing files with Bridge Baron\nStudents:  For additional support contact Alan Templeton or Frank Smoot[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nPayment\nAfter registering\, below\, you may pay by Zelle or check to hold your spot: \nZelle:  Transfer $200 to either franklinsalias-bridge@yahoo.com or (408) 306-3901. \nCheck:  Mail a check made out to Frank Smoot in the amount of $200: \n\nFrank Smoot\n15 Tagus Ct.\nPortola Valley\, CA 94028[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/intermediate-1-january-2025/2025-01-23/
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CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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SUMMARY:Supervised Play Monday Evenings
DESCRIPTION:Kathy Harper\n(650) 207-1816\nSend Email
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/supervised-play-10-monday-evenings-sept-2024/2025-01-27/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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SUMMARY:Beginning Bridge
DESCRIPTION:Kathy Harper\n(650) 207-1816\nSend Email \n\n\n\nLearn Bridge the modern way in this course designed by Pat Harrington! Each class includes both instruction and practice play. Start playing the very first day! Children & teens welcome. \nFor people who have never played bridge and those people who have played for years but want a refresher course or just to learn the basics. \nNotes will be emailed for all classes. No make-up classes are offered for missed classes. \nOur course instructor is ABTA Master Teacher Kathy Harper. Kathy and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment. \nPlease contact Kathy Harper for more information.
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/beginning-bridge-10-september-2024/2025-01-27/
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SUMMARY:Intermediate 1:  Bid to the Best Contract
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\nFrank Smoot\n‭(408) 306-3901‬\nSend Email \n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Learn powerful and practical bidding concepts.  This course is for players who are familiar with the basics of bridge and would like to either brush-up or move to the next level. \nUsing materials from many sources (primarily Richard Pavlicek) you will learn powerful and practical bidding concepts plus general play and defense ideas\, do exercises in class (homework outside of class) and finish the evening by playing hands relating to the topic. Snacks are also provided. You will be amazed at what you willl learn\, even if you have played for years and years! \nThe in-class exercises are available in electronic format so students can play the hands at home and receive commentary on their bidding and play (requires Bridge Baron software on Mac or PC). \nOur course lecturer is the very popular Frank Smoot who has taught bridge to players of all levels in Palo Alto for 30+ years. Frank and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment. \nFor more information contact Frank Smoot (408) 306-3901 email. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 6-Week Course Covers\nBridge Baron Downloads\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpener’s Rebid\nOpener’s Third Bid\nOvercalls\nTakeout Doubles\nPreemptive Bidding\nNegative Doubles\n\n\n\n\nOpener’s Rebid\nOpener’s Third Bid\nOvercalls\nTakeout Doubles\nPreemptive Bidding\nNegative Doubles\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Bridge Baron Support \nPurchase:  BaronBarclay\nInstructions for downloading and playing files with Bridge Baron\nStudents:  For additional support contact Alan Templeton or Frank Smoot[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nPayment\nAfter registering\, below\, you may pay by Zelle or check to hold your spot: \nZelle:  Transfer $200 to either franklinsalias-bridge@yahoo.com or (408) 306-3901. \nCheck:  Mail a check made out to Frank Smoot in the amount of $200: \n\nFrank Smoot\n15 Tagus Ct.\nPortola Valley\, CA 94028[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/intermediate-1-january-2025/2025-01-30/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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SUMMARY:Intermediate 1:  Bid to the Best Contract
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\nFrank Smoot\n‭(408) 306-3901‬\nSend Email \n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Learn powerful and practical bidding concepts.  This course is for players who are familiar with the basics of bridge and would like to either brush-up or move to the next level. \nUsing materials from many sources (primarily Richard Pavlicek) you will learn powerful and practical bidding concepts plus general play and defense ideas\, do exercises in class (homework outside of class) and finish the evening by playing hands relating to the topic. Snacks are also provided. You will be amazed at what you willl learn\, even if you have played for years and years! \nThe in-class exercises are available in electronic format so students can play the hands at home and receive commentary on their bidding and play (requires Bridge Baron software on Mac or PC). \nOur course lecturer is the very popular Frank Smoot who has taught bridge to players of all levels in Palo Alto for 30+ years. Frank and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment. \nFor more information contact Frank Smoot (408) 306-3901 email. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 6-Week Course Covers\nBridge Baron Downloads\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpener’s Rebid\nOpener’s Third Bid\nOvercalls\nTakeout Doubles\nPreemptive Bidding\nNegative Doubles\n\n\n\n\nOpener’s Rebid\nOpener’s Third Bid\nOvercalls\nTakeout Doubles\nPreemptive Bidding\nNegative Doubles\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Bridge Baron Support \nPurchase:  BaronBarclay\nInstructions for downloading and playing files with Bridge Baron\nStudents:  For additional support contact Alan Templeton or Frank Smoot[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nPayment\nAfter registering\, below\, you may pay by Zelle or check to hold your spot: \nZelle:  Transfer $200 to either franklinsalias-bridge@yahoo.com or (408) 306-3901. \nCheck:  Mail a check made out to Frank Smoot in the amount of $200: \n\nFrank Smoot\n15 Tagus Ct.\nPortola Valley\, CA 94028[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/intermediate-1-january-2025/2025-02-06/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250210T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250210T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064802
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UID:44760-1739213100-1739219400@paloaltobridge.org
SUMMARY:Supervised Play Monday Evenings
DESCRIPTION:Kathy Harper\n(650) 207-1816\nSend Email
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/supervised-play-monday-evenings-february-2025/2025-02-10/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250210T203000
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UID:46107-1739214000-1739219400@paloaltobridge.org
SUMMARY:Playing for Keeps
DESCRIPTION:Kathy Harper\n(650) 207-1816\nSend Email \n\n\n\nMaster the art of playing a bridge hand. (Or at least give it a try!) \nThis Basic-Intermediate Bridge Class builds upon our Beginning Bridge Classes and prepares our students for our Intermediate Classes. \nNotes will be emailed for all classes. No make-up classes are offered for missed classes. \nOur course instructor is ABTA Master Teacher Kathy Harper. Kathy and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment. \nPlease contact Kathy Harper at (650) 207-1816 email for additional information. \n\n\n\n\n\nPlaying for Keeps\nDates\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscarding Losers\nFebruary 10\n\n\n\nTrumping Losers\nFebruary 24\n\n\n\nFancy Finesses\nMarch 10\n\n\n\nDangerous Opponent\nMarch 24\n\n\n\nTrump Management\nApril 7\n\n\n\nChoices\nApril 21\n\n\n\nThe Cross Ruff\nMay 5\n\n\n\nThe Master Hand – Trumping in the Short Hand\nMay 19
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/playing-for-keeps-february-2025/2025-02-10/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250213T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250213T213000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064802
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UID:48236-1739475000-1739482200@paloaltobridge.org
SUMMARY:Intermediate 1:  Bid to the Best Contract
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\nFrank Smoot\n‭(408) 306-3901‬\nSend Email \n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Learn powerful and practical bidding concepts.  This course is for players who are familiar with the basics of bridge and would like to either brush-up or move to the next level. \nUsing materials from many sources (primarily Richard Pavlicek) you will learn powerful and practical bidding concepts plus general play and defense ideas\, do exercises in class (homework outside of class) and finish the evening by playing hands relating to the topic. Snacks are also provided. You will be amazed at what you willl learn\, even if you have played for years and years! \nThe in-class exercises are available in electronic format so students can play the hands at home and receive commentary on their bidding and play (requires Bridge Baron software on Mac or PC). \nOur course lecturer is the very popular Frank Smoot who has taught bridge to players of all levels in Palo Alto for 30+ years. Frank and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment. \nFor more information contact Frank Smoot (408) 306-3901 email. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 6-Week Course Covers\nBridge Baron Downloads\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpener’s Rebid\nOpener’s Third Bid\nOvercalls\nTakeout Doubles\nPreemptive Bidding\nNegative Doubles\n\n\n\n\nOpener’s Rebid\nOpener’s Third Bid\nOvercalls\nTakeout Doubles\nPreemptive Bidding\nNegative Doubles\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Bridge Baron Support \nPurchase:  BaronBarclay\nInstructions for downloading and playing files with Bridge Baron\nStudents:  For additional support contact Alan Templeton or Frank Smoot[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nPayment\nAfter registering\, below\, you may pay by Zelle or check to hold your spot: \nZelle:  Transfer $200 to either franklinsalias-bridge@yahoo.com or (408) 306-3901. \nCheck:  Mail a check made out to Frank Smoot in the amount of $200: \n\nFrank Smoot\n15 Tagus Ct.\nPortola Valley\, CA 94028[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/intermediate-1-january-2025/2025-02-13/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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SUMMARY:Intermediate 1:  Bid to the Best Contract
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\nFrank Smoot\n‭(408) 306-3901‬\nSend Email \n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Learn powerful and practical bidding concepts.  This course is for players who are familiar with the basics of bridge and would like to either brush-up or move to the next level. \nUsing materials from many sources (primarily Richard Pavlicek) you will learn powerful and practical bidding concepts plus general play and defense ideas\, do exercises in class (homework outside of class) and finish the evening by playing hands relating to the topic. Snacks are also provided. You will be amazed at what you willl learn\, even if you have played for years and years! \nThe in-class exercises are available in electronic format so students can play the hands at home and receive commentary on their bidding and play (requires Bridge Baron software on Mac or PC). \nOur course lecturer is the very popular Frank Smoot who has taught bridge to players of all levels in Palo Alto for 30+ years. Frank and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment. \nFor more information contact Frank Smoot (408) 306-3901 email. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 6-Week Course Covers\nBridge Baron Downloads\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpener’s Rebid\nOpener’s Third Bid\nOvercalls\nTakeout Doubles\nPreemptive Bidding\nNegative Doubles\n\n\n\n\nOpener’s Rebid\nOpener’s Third Bid\nOvercalls\nTakeout Doubles\nPreemptive Bidding\nNegative Doubles\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Bridge Baron Support \nPurchase:  BaronBarclay\nInstructions for downloading and playing files with Bridge Baron\nStudents:  For additional support contact Alan Templeton or Frank Smoot[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nPayment\nAfter registering\, below\, you may pay by Zelle or check to hold your spot: \nZelle:  Transfer $200 to either franklinsalias-bridge@yahoo.com or (408) 306-3901. \nCheck:  Mail a check made out to Frank Smoot in the amount of $200: \n\nFrank Smoot\n15 Tagus Ct.\nPortola Valley\, CA 94028[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/intermediate-1-january-2025/2025-02-20/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250224T203000
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UID:48299-1740423600-1740429000@paloaltobridge.org
SUMMARY:Supervised Play Monday Evenings
DESCRIPTION:Kathy Harper\n(650) 207-1816\nSend Email
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/supervised-play-monday-evenings-february-2025/2025-02-24/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250224T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250224T203000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T165056Z
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SUMMARY:Playing for Keeps
DESCRIPTION:Kathy Harper\n(650) 207-1816\nSend Email \n\n\n\nMaster the art of playing a bridge hand. (Or at least give it a try!) \nThis Basic-Intermediate Bridge Class builds upon our Beginning Bridge Classes and prepares our students for our Intermediate Classes. \nNotes will be emailed for all classes. No make-up classes are offered for missed classes. \nOur course instructor is ABTA Master Teacher Kathy Harper. Kathy and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment. \nPlease contact Kathy Harper at (650) 207-1816 email for additional information. \n\n\n\n\n\nPlaying for Keeps\nDates\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscarding Losers\nFebruary 10\n\n\n\nTrumping Losers\nFebruary 24\n\n\n\nFancy Finesses\nMarch 10\n\n\n\nDangerous Opponent\nMarch 24\n\n\n\nTrump Management\nApril 7\n\n\n\nChoices\nApril 21\n\n\n\nThe Cross Ruff\nMay 5\n\n\n\nThe Master Hand – Trumping in the Short Hand\nMay 19
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/playing-for-keeps-february-2025/2025-02-24/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250301T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250301T110000
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CREATED:20250206T194345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250216T211613Z
UID:48632-1740821400-1740826800@paloaltobridge.org
SUMMARY:Celebrity Bridge Seminar with Adam Parrish
DESCRIPTION:Become a Master at Doubling\nAdam Parrish Webinar\nSaturday\, March 1\, 9:30-11am PDT\nInformation & Registration \n\n \nAdam Parrish is a national champion and has been accredited as a Master Teacher by the American Bridge Teachers Association (ABTA). Adam writes a monthly column for the ACBL Bridge Bulletin called “Parrish the Thought” and has written 6 books\, two of which have won the ABTA’s Book of the Year award. Adam is also one of the partners of Bridge Winners. Adam lives in New York City\, and when he’s not playing and teaching bridge\, is a playwright and composer. \n 
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/celebrity-bridge-seminar-with-adam-parrish-march-2025/
LOCATION:Online Webinar\, Link to be provided to registrants
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250304T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250304T103000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064802
CREATED:20230430T055854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T151159Z
UID:43584-1741077900-1741084200@paloaltobridge.org
SUMMARY:Supervised Play Tuesday Mornings
DESCRIPTION:Kathy Harper\n(650) 207-1816\nSend Email
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/supervised-play-tuesday-mornings-february-2025/2025-03-04/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250304T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250304T103000
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CREATED:20240509T170759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T151325Z
UID:46127-1741078800-1741084200@paloaltobridge.org
SUMMARY:Beginning Bridge
DESCRIPTION:Kathy Harper\n(650) 207-1816\nSend Email \n\n\n\nLearn Bridge the modern way in this course designed by Pat Harrington! Each class includes both instruction and practice play. Start playing the very first day! Children & teens welcome. \nFor people who have never played bridge and those people who have played for years but want a refresher course or just to learn the basics. \nNotes will be emailed for all classes. No make-up classes are offered for missed classes. \nOur course instructor is ABTA Master Teacher Kathy Harper. Kathy and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment. \nPlease contact Kathy Harper for more information.
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/beginning-bridge-10-february-2025/2025-03-04/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250310T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250310T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064802
CREATED:20231216T172857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T165322Z
UID:48300-1741633200-1741638600@paloaltobridge.org
SUMMARY:Supervised Play Monday Evenings
DESCRIPTION:Kathy Harper\n(650) 207-1816\nSend Email
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/supervised-play-monday-evenings-february-2025/2025-03-10/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250310T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250310T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064802
CREATED:20240509T165056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T165056Z
UID:48625-1741633200-1741638600@paloaltobridge.org
SUMMARY:Playing for Keeps
DESCRIPTION:Kathy Harper\n(650) 207-1816\nSend Email \n\n\n\nMaster the art of playing a bridge hand. (Or at least give it a try!) \nThis Basic-Intermediate Bridge Class builds upon our Beginning Bridge Classes and prepares our students for our Intermediate Classes. \nNotes will be emailed for all classes. No make-up classes are offered for missed classes. \nOur course instructor is ABTA Master Teacher Kathy Harper. Kathy and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment. \nPlease contact Kathy Harper at (650) 207-1816 email for additional information. \n\n\n\n\n\nPlaying for Keeps\nDates\n\n\n\n\n\nDiscarding Losers\nFebruary 10\n\n\n\nTrumping Losers\nFebruary 24\n\n\n\nFancy Finesses\nMarch 10\n\n\n\nDangerous Opponent\nMarch 24\n\n\n\nTrump Management\nApril 7\n\n\n\nChoices\nApril 21\n\n\n\nThe Cross Ruff\nMay 5\n\n\n\nThe Master Hand – Trumping in the Short Hand\nMay 19
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/playing-for-keeps-february-2025/2025-03-10/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
GEO:37.4004098;-122.0788615
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END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250313T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250313T213000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064802
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T232316Z
UID:48732-1741894200-1741901400@paloaltobridge.org
SUMMARY:Declare and Defend
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\n\nFrank Smoot\n(408) 306-3901‬\nSend Email \n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\nLearn to devise a good plan as the declarer (four sessions) and become a formidable defender (two sessions). You will handle various card combinations properly and select the best plan from the possible alternatives. Playing notrump usually involves a race to build tricks. As the declarer\, ward off danger as you execute your plan. Playing in a suit adds the possibility of trumping in dummy or in your hand. Master the best trumping techniques. As a defender\, get off to a good start by making an effective opening lead. How does suit defense differ from notrump defense? \nThis play-intensive course is for players who have a minimum of two years experience playing duplicate bridge. The emphasis is on powerful and practical bidding\, play (who has what) and defense concepts. We do exercises in class (homework outside of class) and finish the evening by playing deals related to the topic. Snacks are provided. \nYou will be amazed at what you will learn\, even if you’ve played for years and years! The in-class deals are available in downloadable format\, so you can play the hands at home and receive commentary on the bidding and play (requires Bridge Baron Software). \n\n\n\nOur course lecturer is the very popular Frank Smoot who has taught bridge to players of all levels in Palo Alto for 30+ years. Frank and our wonderful volunteers give students individual attention which helps our students learn in a fun environment. \nFor more information contact Frank Smoot (408) 306-3901 email.\n \n\n\n\n\nThe 6-Week Course Covers\nBridge Baron Downloads\n\n\n\n\n\nDeclarer Play \n\nCard Combinations\nPlay the Odds\nPlay at Notrump\nPlay at Suits\n\n\n  \n\nCard Combinations\nPlay the Odds\nPlay at Notrump\nPlay at Suits (new on 4/1/25)\n\n\n\n\n\nDefense \n\nDefense at Notrumps\nDefense at Suits\n\n\n  \n\nDefense at Notrump\nDefense at Suits\n\n\n\n\n\nBridge Baron Support \nPurchase Bridge Baron (not Bridge Baron Gold):  BaronBarclay\nInstructions for downloading and playing files with Bridge Baron\nStudents:  Contact Alan Templeton or Frank Smoot for additional support.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\nPayment\nAfter registering\, below\, you may pay by Zelle or check to hold your spot: \nZelle:  Transfer $200 to either franklinsalias-bridge@yahoo.com or (408) 306-3901. \nCheck:  Mail a check made out to Frank Smoot in the amount of $200: \n\nFrank Smoot\n15 Tagus Ct.\nPortola Valley\, CA 94028[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/declare-and-defend/2025-03-13/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250317
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250318
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UID:50511-1742169600-1742255999@paloaltobridge.org
SUMMARY:Free Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Our Unit provides free lectures as part of our education program. Lectures cover areas of interest for new as well as intermediate players. Lectures are held at our Bridge Center. Sign-ups are not required. \nMore
URL:https://paloaltobridge.org/event/free-lecture-3/2025-03-17/
LOCATION:Bridge Center\, 432A Stierlin Rd\, Mountain View\, CA\, 94043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education Calendar
GEO:37.4004098;-122.0788615
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