Civil Society Watch

Most of you play bingo for fun or get real money. Whatever your purposes, the core is you get amusement. Below I share the tips to enhance your bingo playing ability:
Do not try to alter the numbers on the card
However artistic you might think you are, do not do this! Most experienced managers and callers would spot this from a mile off and would not hesitate to call in the law and make an example out of you. The last thing you want is to have to sneak past a "Wanted" poster next time you play. Especially if it is you they want! If you are new to a particular hall, take time to have a look around and familiarize yourself with the rules. What is acceptable at one hall may not be the case at another.

It is the responsibility of the winner to call "Bingo" loudly enough to be heard
It is important to realize that bingo can only be claimed on the most recent number called. If you do not call out loudly enough and the caller shouts out the next number, it is too late. The game moves on. Any missed calls in respect of a finished game are also invalid. Bingo players are generally a sociable, happy crowd, there to play a game and have fun. So, there you are, chatting away. Ok, so you know the caller has started but you just have to finish your story.

Watch out for lucky seats
Although not the law of the land, there is an unwritten rule in most halls that regulars have a "usual" seat. You might be asked to move and you would be well advised to do so for the sake of peace! Right, so you're a regular now. You know the ropes. However, you've not won a dime in over a month. Totally frustrated with your bad luck, you know it's the callers fault. To show your annoyance, you scream out "Get rid of the caller!" Everyone looks at you. Although you blush with embarrassment, you remain defiant and shout out "Well, I haven't won in ages!"

Pipe Down and Shut Up Once The Game Starts
You will notice that all the regulars quieter down once the game begins. Chatting is reserved for the breaks only. You arrive early one night to an almost empty hall. For once, you have your choice of seats. You select a great seat-one of the best in fact, and settle yourself down with a book waiting for the game to start whilst silently congratulating yourself in your choice. Whilst reading, you become aware of a shadow across your book. You look up and see a contorted, angry face staring at you. "My seat, I think"

Do not take your frustrations out on the caller
Players have been known to be very frustrated when going through a losing spell. It is important to realize that it is not the callers fault! Making derisive and impolite comments will not endear you to anyone and you may well find yourself banned. This will, of course, have an adverse effect on any potential future winnings!