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First bridge results of new year

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Kings and Queens

The evening was reminiscent of an '80s power ballad -- mas fuerte yet also tender and loving. Chuck and Shiela Packard wowed the crowd with Kathy's Crabbies, an amazing artichoke dip, an array of cheese, an assortment of cocktail meatballs, grilled eggplant and cookies, not to mention the wide variety of potent potables and beverages. Judy Dimizio slaughtered the score sheet with an unbelievable 3,600 score. Judy and Fred Wolking were top pair, too, but the K and Q charter mandated that the award go to second highest couple, which in this instance was the Packards. The highest couple award was well deserved as Chuck Packard took all 13 tricks after bidding a small slam.

Crazy Eights

The Crazy Eights played at Debbie Sergi's home on Jan. 5. The girls always love the Sergi party, but during the holidays there's the Panettone bonus on the dessert table. It's Italian, not too sweet and downright delicious. The lazy fire offset the lively play and conversation. Sally McArn took first with 2,150 points, while Marianne Oberlin finished a close second.

Double Deckers

Mary MacCallum welcomed the Double Deckers for a jam-packed afternoon of bridge and levity. The Deckers hadn't met since November, but Monika Ferencz managed to remember all the rules and outscored everyone with 3,090 points. Super sub, Lu Ann Hanink, was edged at the tape with her score of 3,080.

Diamonds in the Ruff

Debbie Sergi also hosted the December meeting of the Ruffers. Besides the wonderful Panettone (mentioned above) Debbie provided a snappy artichoke spinach dip, yummy cheeses, and a decedent coconut cake. The meeting also featured an ornament gift exchange. Kim Peller brought home the holiday gold followed by Linda Kardish jingling silver bells.

Linda Kardish hosted the January gathering which featured Linda's favorite (and famous) asiago cheese dip. Linda also managed to successfully bid and complete a small slam with Lisa Brummer. Linda rode the slam to first place with Phyllis Hopkins placing a distant second.

Second Tuesday Duplicate

Shirley Russell entertained on a bone chillingly cold January afternoon. The crackling fire so incredibly picturesque it was almost cliche. The Tuesday troupe buckled down and engaged in spirited play. Rita Frantz prevailed on sure grit while Marilyn Waltz chased Rita for second place. Barbara Breeden and Marilyn Fish tied for third.

Laurel Lake Duplicate

Dec. 4: NS first, Bob Thompson and Jack Spelman, second Ginnie Horner and Winifred Masson; EW first Shirley Veale and Angelo Cianciotto, second Mary Ann and Bill Reinberger.

Dec.11: NS first, Winifred Masson and Ginnie Horner, second, Jack Spelman and Bob Thompson; EW first, Mary Ann and Bill Reinberger, second, Glenna Neilsen and Don Lazar.

Dec. 18: NS first Ginnie Horner and Winifred Masson, second Bob Thompson and Jack Spelman; EW first, Mary Ann and Bill Reinberger, second, Nita Stoneburner and Stu Murray.

Jan. 8: NS first, Winifred Masson and Ginnie Horner, second, Nancy Veraar and Jackie Krabill; EW first, Bob Thompson and Jack Spelman, second, Karen Zonyk and Jane Frederickson.

Jan. 15: NS first, Lois Young and Mary Ellen Sheridan, second, Sally Harris and Clarence Hanson; EW first Wilma Meckstroth and Shirley Veale, second, Jack Spelman and Bob Thompson.

Jan. 22: NS first, Mary Ellen Sheridan and Lois Young, second, Jackie Krabill and Nancy Veraar; EW first, Jane Frederickson and Karen Zonyk, second, Mary Ann and Bill Reinberger.

Jan. 29: NS first, Lois Young and Mary Ellen Sheridan, second, Sally Harris and Clarence Hanson; EW first, Shirley Veale and Wilma Meckstroth, second, Doris Sutcliffe and Bernetta Wiencek.

Congratulations to Shirley Veale and Wilma Meckstrath for their 70 percent game on Jan. 15. Also to Mary Ellen Sheridan and Lois Young for a 77 percent game on Jan. 22.