April 16, 2025
Dear Members of the Indianapolis Bridge Center (IBC):
We have reached mid-April and IBC is humming with activities.
We were fully able to tackle the chair refurbishing. While there are still some chairs that will need new parts most of the work is complete. All those who gave their time to the task have our gratitude. I also want to express our gratitude to Tony Benner for his work on our amazing March fundraising campaign, to those who sold entries, and all who participated. The NCAA Bracket Challenge was so well received by our members that they had to create three pools. His efforts raised $660 for our operations. But more importantly it served as an engaging topic and sparked a lively conversation among the club members and helped to foster a sense of camaraderie within the group. The Champions, Florida, made Danny Hibner, Mary King and Catherine Benedict, each winner of 5 FREE GAMES. Next year, it could be YOU!
The number of players at our games is increasing; In March we saw an increase of over ninety players, as compared to March of 2024. Remember you can see our monthly player count on the thermometer, posted in three places around the club.
Our staff deserves kudos, for creating the color days which incentivizes our play. Still remaining this month, are 4 more SILVER days and 3 more Club Championships. May’s calendar has not yet been posted on our website, BUT tentatively there will be 4 more Club Championships and a week of SILVER and week of GOLD. Keep an eye on the website for the exact dates. Also, please be aware that IBC is the site of the Indy Section at the Club, May 2-4. Be ready for a May “checkered flag,” social on the 17th. There may be an opportunity for an Indy 500 Pool.
Monthly Recognition:
Our Player of the Month (POM) is Steve Davis, and our Novice of the Month (NOM) is Tony Benner.
Congratulations to them both.
Watch the Club Calendar for their parties. You can find the Club Calendar on our website. It also will be posted in Joyce’s weekly updates. Remember that those updates and calendars are also posted on our bulletin boards in our hallway.
IBC had a great showing at the GNT (Grand National Teams):
First in “Flight C”: Colleen DesRosiers, Doug Kenny, Jan Kiles, and Chris Egan.
First in “Flight B”: Tom Frank, Nico Sneider, Brett Roby, and John Jordan.
We will be rooting for them to win at NATIONALS!
Coming up this weekend: Saturday April 19 is our mixed pair social. Not only is this a great game but the pitch-in buffet is always a delight.
The Board wants all IBC members to know that on March 26, we had a highly successful retreat. We refined our strategies to move IBC to even more solid ground both in finance and programs. We are pleased to state that currently we are running ahead of 2024 financially and are cautiously optimistic that the trend will continue. The Treasurer, Nick Curott, has done an excellent job of making our financial position very transparent, and given us a clear path to achieve our goals.
As always, our Board stands ready to serve you and will always welcome questions.
Larry N. Cohen