IBC Member Update: April 2026
A Message from the Board: The Heart of Our Club
Sometimes you ask a question the wrong way and get an answer that is more enlightening than asking it correctly.
Later this month, the IBC Board of Directors, our Professional Management team, and several others will begin creating a new 5-year plan to sustain and grow our institution. This follows the success of our previous plan, which stabilized our club following the impact of COVID-19 and is set to expire at the end of this year.
With this planning in mind, I recently asked members: “What do you like about this place?” While I should have asked specifically about the facility, the responses I received were far more meaningful.
Members repeatedly described IBC as a second home, a gathering place, and a comfortable atmosphere to compete and form lasting friendships. To paraphrase Cicero: “It is not the place that makes the person, but the person who makes the place honorable.” Our foremost goal for the next five years is to ensure these activities continue and to create schedules that meet the needs of our diverse membership.
Upcoming Game Changes
Friday 0-500 Game: Beginning in May, the start time will move up one-half hour to 10:00 A.M. This change is in direct response to feedback from frequent participants and those looking to join the game.
April Recognition
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Player of the Month: Nabih Shurush
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Novice of the Month: Robert Varadi
Social Events & Celebrations
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Saturday Night Social: Going Away Party
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Date: April 18
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Details: We are saying farewell to Melissa and Stephanie as they move to Massachusetts.
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Food: Linda Benedix and Joe Shierling are providing cake. Please bring a vegan hors d’oeuvre if possible.
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Schedule: Meal starts at 5:00 P.M.; Game begins at 6:00 P.M.
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Sign-up sheets posted in the hallway.
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Novice of the Month Party
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Date: Sunday, April 26
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Details: Celebrating Heidi Studebaker.
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Game: 0-1500 game starts at 6:00 P.M.
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Special Games & Results
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April 20: ACBL Charity Foundation Game
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April 24, 26, & 29: Club Championships
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NCAA Pool Results
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Our basketball pools raised $880 for our June “Do What You Love to End ALZ” efforts! Thank you to everyone who participated.
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Bracket Winners
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5 Games: Danny Hibner, Joyce Carusi, Richard Graham, Suzi Pratt.
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3 Games: Jim Schutter, Robin Smith, Kathy Garrity, Suzi Pratt.
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1 Game: Ginny Brauer, Jonah Clodfelter, Stony Sullivan, Brenda Smith, Carolyn Quick, Mary Pat Schmitt, Jo Ann Harlan, John Nichols.
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Looking Ahead
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May Fundraiser: Get ready for our Indy 500 themed fundraiser to benefit Alzheimer’s research.
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Parking Reminder: We have a limited number of “Handicap” spaces. If you have a placard but are able to navigate the extra distance, please consider leaving the closest spots for those with more limited mobility.
Your Voice Matters
We are always looking to enhance our surroundings and our community. If you have suggestions to make our space more attractive or our schedules more effective, please reach out to any Board member or Management.
Larry N. Cohen
IBC Board President