Cards and Games Clubs
Bridge Clubs
To play a social game of bridge!
Membership: Ladies who are GVR members
Annual Dues: $3
Contact: CarolAnne H. Smith or Joanne Davison
Email: GVRDHLBridge@gmail.com
Location and schedule: Desert Hills Center, 2980 S Camino del Sol; Thursdays, 12pm.
The GVR Duplicate Bridge Club hosts ACBL-sanctioned games for all skill levels, with pre-dealt hands, electronic scoring, and director assistance. They offer regular, charity, and championship games, along with seasonal classes. Members of all skill levels participate.
Membership: Open to GVR members.
Annuals Dues: $2
Contact: David Bowen or Brenda Sonderegger
Email: gvrdupbridge@gmail.com
Location and schedule: Canoa Hills Center, 3660 S Camino del Sol; Schedule: Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays, 1pm.
Website: gvbridge.com
To play a social game of bridge!
Membership: Must be a GVR member.
Contact: Pauline Boston or Mary Glasnapp
Email: frisocbridge@gmail.com
Location and schedule: Desert Hills Center, 2980 S Camino del Sol; Fridays, play begins at 12pm
Informal duplicate bridge – CEOD
Membership: Must be a GVR member.
Annual dues: $2
Primary Contact: Bob Dahm or Janet Gahagan
Location and schedule: Santa Rita Springs, 921 W Via Rio Fuerte; Mondays, 1pm.
GVR Canasta Club
The GVR Canasta Club, one of GVR’s longest-running card clubs with over 75 members, offers a friendly environment for playing Canasta. Newcomers and those needing a refresher can join a training table. The club hosts weekly games and special social events throughout the year.
Membership: Open to all GVR members
Annual Dues: $5
Contact: Jane Korsberg or Mark McCright
Email: CanastaGVR@gmail.com
Location and schedule: East Center, 7 S Abrego Dr.; Schedule: Fridays and Sundays, 1-4pm.
Website: GVR Canasta Club on the Web
GVR Chess Club
Beginners can learn to play chess, while experts have the opportunity to teach others. Open to all skill levels, the club fosters a friendly environment for learning and playing chess. Join the Chess Club to improve your skills and enjoy the game. (Affiliate of the US Chess Federation (USCF)
Membership: All GVR members are welcome to join!
Annual Dues: $2
Contact: Roy Benson or Steve Kebbe
Email: GVRChess.Club@yahoo.com
Location and schedule: East Center, 7 S Abrego Dr.; Schedule: Wednesdays, 1pm.
GVR Cribbage Club
Cribbage is an entertaining card game that combines strategy and luck. The thrill lies in knowing which moves to make and when. Both new and experienced players are welcome to join, but basic knowledge of cribbage is required. Enjoy the excitement and challenge of this timeless game!
Membership: Knowledge of cribbage and GVR membership is required.
Annual Dues: $3
Contact: Roy Dashen
Email: GVRCribbageClub@gmail.com
Location and schedule: East Center, 7 S Abrego Dr.; please email the club for times.
GVR Euchre Card Club
If you want to have fun, meet people, and play cards, the Euchre Club might be right for you. Enjoy camaraderie and an annual banquet celebrating the year’s games. Join the Euchre Club for entertainment, laughter, and prize money. $4 to join, $0.50 to play. Best deal in town!
Membership: GVR membership required
Annual Dues: $4
Contact: Ed Fickes or Fred Abood
Email: GVREuchreClub@gmail.com
Location and schedule: East Center Auditorium, 7 S Abrego Dr.; Schedule: Fridays, 5:30–6pm, practice; 6–8:30pm, play.
GVR Hearts Club
Looking for some fun? Join the GVR Hearts Club! All skill levels are welcome, and we provide cards, water, and candy. Feel free to bring your own refreshments. Plus, we offer lunch once or twice a year. Give it a try—you won’t regret it.
Membership: GVR membership required
Annual Dues: $5
Contact: Marty Allen or Kenneth Moose
Email: GVRHearts@gmail.com
Location and schedule: Las Campanas Center, 565 W Belltower Dr.; Schedule: Wednesdays, 1-3pm.
GVR National Mah Jongg Club
The GVR National Mah Jongg Club is a friendly group who welcome all experienced and seasoned players. The top six high scores receive prizes. The club uses the current National Mah Jongg card and follows their rules and does not teach Mah Jongg.
Membership: GVR membership required
Annual Dues: None
Primary Contact: Ruthann Shapiro or Carol Shiffer
Email: GVRMahJonggClub@gmail.com
Location and schedule: East Center Auditorium, 7 S Abrego Dr.; Schedule: Wednesdays, 12:30-4pm.
GVR Pinochle Club
The GVR Pinochle Club offers single and double deck play, along with occasional social gatherings. Its unique 48-card setup and scoring methods make it immensely enjoyable. Free lessons are available in the winter for those interested in learning or refreshing their skills in Single Deck Pinochle.
Membership: GVR membership required
Annual Dues: $5
Contact: Dean Capes or Jane Kirk
Email: GVRPINOCHLE@gmail.com
Location and schedule: East Center, 7 S Abrego Dr.; Schedule: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 5:45-9pm.
GVR Poker Club
The GVR Poker Club, formed in 1998, is open to all GVR members, offering a friendly environment for players of all experience levels. Regularly playing nine different Hi-Low Poker games, with a $15 buy-in and a high-hand pot, the club also hosts an annual poker tournament featuring no limit hold ’em and Omaha Hi-Lo Poker.
Membership: GVR membership is required.
Annual Dues: $2; One-time fee to join: $5
Contact: John Woolley or Bob Northrup
Email: Info@gvrpokerclub.com
Location and schedule: Desert Hills Center, 2980 S Camino del Sol; Schedule: Weekdays, 12:25-3:55pm.
Website: gvrpokerclub.com
GVR Sheepshead (Schafskopf) Card Club
The Sheepshead Club welcomes GVR members to enjoy the challenging five or three-handed card game. New players are encouraged to join with straightforward instructions provided. Fun fact: Despite its name meaning sheepshead in German, the game has nothing to do with sheep; likely a mistranslation from Middle High German referring to playing cards on a barrel head.
Membership: GVR membership required
Annual Dues: $1
Contact: Steve White or Ernie Wood
Email: GVRSheepsheadClub@gmail.com
Location and schedule: Las Campanas Center, 565 W Belltower Dr.; Schedule: Tuesdays, 5:30pm.