Hotel Reservations Open September 12, 2023
Host Hotels
140 N. Fourth Street
Louisville, KY 40202
East Tower – $184 + tax per night
West Tower – $164 + tax per night
Parking
$20 Self parking per night
$30 Valet parking per night
Beyond the games at the NABCs, members can enjoy educational programs. Below is a listing of the seminars being offered in Chicago. Please check the NABC Daily Bulletin for the exact location of each session.
Best Practices Teacher Workshop
Friday–Sunday, March 15-17
This workshop covers proven techniques that help teachers be more effective in their classroom. The focus is on how, rather than what, to teach. Participants may opt to demonstrate their Best Practices proficiency on Sunday afternoon or Monday morning to earn certification as an ACBL Best Practices teacher. For more information visit acbl.org/bpteacher.
Workshop fee: $125
Time: 1–5 p.m. Friday; 8 a.m.–noon Saturday and Sunday
Reception for Club Officials and Teachers
Friday, March 15, 6:30 – 8pm
The ACBL hosts this reception to say thank you to the club officials and teachers who recruit and retain our members. We invite club managers, teachers and club directors to attend. A light meal and adult beverages will be served. Event is free, but registration is required.
Learn Bridge in A Day? Instructor Accreditation
Saturday, March 16, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
A light meal will be provided 6–6:30 p.m.
This program instructs teachers in methods of administering and presenting LBIAD.
Fee: $75. To register, email Patty Tucker at patty@whirlwindbridge.com
Just getting started? Try the friendly bridge experience of the Intermediate/Newcomer Area at the NABC! This welcoming area features many chances to learn more (often for free) and practice with players at your skill level. Stop by the Intermediate/Newcomer Desk for more information.
Learn Bridge in A Day?®
Saturday, March 16, 1– 6 p.m.
You’ll nail the basics of bridge in this interactive class that has both instruction and coached play. If you’re just starting, returning to the game or wanting to test the waters before taking formal lessons, this course is for you. Leave the class and take on a newcomer game!
Fee: $25 pre-registered or $30 at the door – includes textbook
Preempts in A Day
Sunday, March 17, 1–5 p.m.
Learn how to bid and respond to Weak Twos and Preempts! This seminar is for players who want to explore basic preemptive bidding, both as an opening bid or an overcall. Topics include when to open weak twos and preempts,
and how to respond with both a strong hand or a weak hand with a good fit. Come join us and explore the ins and outs of these bids!
Fee: $25 pre-registered or $30 at the door – includes textbook
Free Lessons
Both lessons will be followed by a free 12-board game for newer players (0-20 masterpoints).
Date: Saturday, March 16
Time: 8am -9:45am
Date: Sunday, March 17
Time: 8am -9:45am
For a detailed list and more information, visit gotolouisville.com
Local Bourbon Distilleries
Louisville is known as Bourbon City, and as such, is home to countless bourbon experiences, like distillery tours, cocktail tastings and more. There are 11 distilleries to explore, from the historic to the artisanal.Website
Kentucky Derby Museum
The Kentucky Derby Museum is an American Thoroughbred horse racing museum located on the grounds of Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky. Dedicated to preserving the history of the Kentucky Derby, it first opened its doors to the public in the spring of 1985.
Website
Louisville Slugger Museum
Leaning like an all-American obelisk on its building, the Louisville Slugger Museum’s signature giant-size baseball bat is recognized as the biggest piece of ash that will never see any action on the diamond. Inside the facility, visitors are treated to a baseball experience that details the history of this iconic Major League Baseball fixture since 1884.
Monday – Saturday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 p.m., Sunday: 10:00 AM to 4:00 p.m.
800 West Main St.
Louisville, KY 40202
(877) 775-8443
Muhammad Ali Center
Located in downtown Louisville, the Muhammad Ali Center features two and a half levels of award-winning exhibits exploring Ali’s epic life and core values. The center also includes a five-screen orientation film, Civil Rights Era media footage, video of Ali fights, hands-on boxing fun and art galleries.
Noon-5 p.m., Wed.-Sun.
144 N. 6th St.
(502) 584-9254
Frazier History Museum
An affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution, the Frazier is home to one of the largest collections of toy soldiersand historic miniatures on permanent public display in the world, The Stewart Collection. Subjects of other permanent exhibitions include historic arms, bourbon whiskey, and the Lewis and Clark Expedition.Founded in 2004 as a museum of historical arms and armor, the Frazier has since expanded its focus to cover regional, national, and international history. Website
Speed Art Museum
The Speed Art Museum(https://www.speedmuseum.org/) in Louisville is Kentucky’s oldest and largest art museums and features a fantastic collection spanning more than 6000 years of human history. Travel + Leisure Magazine calls it one of “The World’s Most Beautiful New Museums.”
10 a.m.- 5 p.m., Wed.-Sat.; noon-5 p.m., Sun.
2035 South Third St.
(502) 634-2700
Conrad-Caldwell House Museum
Constructed by local architect Arthur Loomis, the Conrad-Caldwell House Museum is nestled in Old Louisville and sits among the largest collection of Victorian homes in the United States. From beautiful woodwork to magnificent stained-glass windows, the historic house has been lovingly restored to the Edwardian Era, complete with items owned by the Conrads and Caldwells.
Self-guided and docent-led tours at intervals between 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Thurs.-Sun.
1402 St. James Ct.
(502) 636-5023
Tournament Committee
| Position | Name & Email |
|---|---|
| Tournament Chair | Joanne Traver joannetraver@hotmail.com |
| Intermediate/Newcomer | Sandy Spears ssquared33@gmail.com Tinker Zimmerman tinkerz13@icloud.com |
| Partnership | Dallas Moore dallas@woh.rr.com |
| Registration | Judy Geralds judygeralds@twc.com |
| Information | David & Linda Frantz arcfrantzl@aol.com |
| Finance | Chuck Fassler chuck@fassler.com |
| Fundraising | Bob Losey rllosey@gmail.com |
| Prizes | Denise Tonini ddtonini@gmail.com |
| Volunteer Coordinator | Helene Williams helenegordonwilliams@gmail.com |
| Charity | Beth Dlutowski bbdlutowski@yahoo.com |
| Hospitality | Judy Banks jbanks1943@aol.com |
| Restaurant Guide | Carolyn Carpenter carpentercarolyn@bellsouth.net |