Yes. ACBL Masterpoints will be awarded.
All Bridge play is under the direction of an ACBL certified director.

GAY BRIDGE will be in the luxurious and exciting Hotel Zoso, 150 South Indian Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, California 92262. Telephone 760-325-9676. All Bridge play will be at the Hotel Zoso.

The IAGLBC Hospitality Suite will be in a special condo directly across the street from the Zoso.

There are many housing options in Palm Springs, ranging from B&B, guest houses, to luxury hotels.

Yes. Pre-registration is required. Note the discounted price for early registration.
The registration cut-off date is September 15.

Admission to all Bridge events.
Masterpoints with ACBL
Saturday evening Banquet
Sunday Brunch
Evening Parties
Cocktail Parties
Special events
Much More!

Duplicate and social Bridge will be offered every day. There will be Bridge lectures, plus beginner level events are also planned.

IAGLBC GAY BRIDGE puts an emphasis on a friendly atmosphere with social interactions. At GAY BRIDGE the standard ACBL position on Zero Tolerance will be enforced, i.e., all are there to enjoy Bridge and have fun, and no rude behavior at the Bridge tables will be allowed.

There will be a partners desk which will arrange pairing.

All levels of Bridge players will be present. Beginners and Novices are encouraged to attend. All play is stratified, and Bridge players of every level, from beginners to Life Masters play in these tournaments.

A detailed schedule will be published on this web site a few weeks before the tournament. However, for general plannning purposes it may be noted that the tournament will begin at noon on Tuesday October 12 and will conclude by 6 PM on Sunday, October 17. Duplicate and social Bridge will be offered each day, with a mix of events including Swiss pairs and Knock-outs, plus there will be Bridge lectures and beginner level events. Players may play as much or as little as they may wish. The schedule offers a choice of events. Each afternoon and evening the Hospitality Suite will be open and refreshments will be provided.

Palm Springs is a great vacation destination for all people. There are many restaruants and interesting shops, plus the surrounding beauty of the dessert, the tram ride to top of the mountain, as well as golf and other sports to enjoy. Everyone will find much to see and do at Gay Bridge in Palm Springs!

Take a look at last year's schedule to get a good idea. We may add or delete a theme, but your playing time should be quite similar. Comments and suggestions concerning this schedule are invited.

The IAGLBC Hospitality Suite will be available from Tuesday afternoon, October 12, where players may gather to socialize, enjoy refreshments, tell of their latest Bridge conquests. During the tournament, the Hospitality Suite is open each afternoon and evening for the Social Hour.

Bridge players from all over the USA are expected to attend.

Watch for IAGLBC's advertisement in the ACBL Bulletin. Promotion is also done through local Gay and Lesbian Bridge Clubs. Press releases and reports of events are sent to Gay and Lesbian newspapers. The IAGLBC tournament has been mentioned in the New York Times (February 27, 2004). Word of mouth reports from previous participants are a widespread way of sharing news off what a fun event is this IAGLBC tournament!

Yes. The IAGLBC tournament is sanctioned by ACBL and master points will be awarded. Also, other prizes will be awarded.

Yes. A weekend-only registration option is offered.

A Gay Bridge registration form can be printed from the Registration Page. Registration fee should be paid by check or postal money order. IAGLBC cannot accept registration payment by credit card. Note: Pre-registration is required to play in this tournament.

The IAGLBC is led by world-class Bridge player and ACBL certified director
John H.

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