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At the Bridge Table: August 11
Jim Kaplan
The 2-over-1 bidding system, all the rage these days, deserves our consideration.
11:10 am, August 10, 2017
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Camp Ground Cottage Tour Is Portal to the Past
The charming doors of gingerbread cottages will open wide to visitors next Wednesday, August 9 for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the Martha’s Vineyard Camp...
1:31 pm, August 4, 2017
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At the Bridge Table: August 4
Jim Kaplan
Some hands from the July 24 game at the Edgartown Bridge Club provide excellent lesson material.
3:32 pm, August 3, 2017
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At the Bridge Table: July 28
Jim Kaplan
Here’s a new convention. It’s easy enough to use and priceless on the rare occasions it’s needed.
12:43 pm, July 27, 2017
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At the Bridge Table: July 21
Jim Kaplan
Bidding and making a slam are one of bridge’s pure joys.
12:20 pm, July 20, 2017
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At the Bridge Table: July 7
Jim Kaplan
Bridge players need to stay on the same page as their partners. A 5 3 ♠ 2 ♥ Q J 9 8 6 ♥ 10 7 5 4 3 2 ♦ Q 10 6 ♦ K 9 3 ♣ 5 3 ♣ 10 8 4
2:58 pm, July 6, 2017
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At the Bridge Table: June 30
Jim Kaplan
Last week I offered some ground rules for takeout doubles in the direct seat. They can be described as SOS.
6:01 pm, June 28, 2017
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At the Bridge Table: June 23
Jim Kaplan
I was honored to give a talk during the Bridge Club of Martha’s Vineyard tournament that concluded Sunday at the Martha’s Vineyard Regional High...
6:06 pm, June 22, 2017
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At the Bridge Table: June 16
Jim Kaplan
Standards for game bids have loosened. Back in the day, players thought they needed 26 high-card points in a partnership.
12:04 pm, June 15, 2017
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At the Bridge Table: June 9
Jim Kaplan
Admit it: you love playing 3NT contracts. You only need to make nine tricks, and your opponents can’t ruff any of them.
6:15 pm, June 7, 2017
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Hunting Season Begins
Archery season begins Oct. 17 and runs through Nov. 26, followed by shotgun season from Nov. 28 to Dec. 10.
1:31 pm, October 13, 2016
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At the Bridge Table: Sept. 9
Jim Kaplan
Bid a big hand to its limit, even if partner is passing.
11:47 am, September 8, 2016
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