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2009 Annual Gathering In Pittsburgh

Did you miss out on another amazing Mensa event? How many more will you watch pass you by? Put your membership to work and get the most out of your fees. Just like vacations and visiting family, being able to enjoy and participate in the things you really want to in life takes a commitment. No one is going to make sure you get to relax and have fun but you. So don't miss another event. Get to the next meeting, join a new SIG, travel to the next gathering, and most importantly have a good time!

2010 Annual Gathering in Detroit: AGroovin' In Motown

Can someone tell Mensa it gets cold up North in the winter! This year's door prize will be thermals! This year marks the 50th anniversary of North American Mensa. To celebrate the 2010 AG (annual gathering) will be held at the Hyatt Regency Dearborn from June 30th to July 5th in Dearborn, Michigan. The lodging and location sound very interesting. Click the link to the right, and down one, to be directed to a really well done website listing all the details for the event.

Taking The Slow Train To Motown

I don't think that's a song, but it should be. Something in the Blues maybe. What? Oh yeah, someone in Region 6 had the fantastic idea to get a large group together and take Amtrak to Detroit for the AG. It sounds like a great way to make the trip. When was the last time you did something like that? Check with your local coordinator for the details.

Hectic For The Holidays

Yep it's that time of year, we have Thanksgiving coming up, and Christmas, and New Years, and then Mardi Gras and Easter. And if you have four kids like me (doesn't everybody?) it is the craziest of times. But in there somewhere you have to relax. Anyone have an idea? Wait, North Texas Mensa had their hand up first. What, go on a one week cruise to Cozumel, the Costa Maya, and Roatan, Honduras, leaving Galveston on March 7th aboard the Royal Caribbean Cruise Line’s 150,000-ton luxury liner, Voyager of the Seas. Hmmm, you know that just might do it. The cost, depending on accommodation, will be a mere $580 to $730 per person, double occupancy, including all fees and taxes.  A deposit of $500 per cabin is due by November 21.  If you’re interested, contact Dennis Nienkerk at: Strong Travel Services, 8214 Westchester Dr #670, Dallas 75225.  His office phone is 214-361-0027; Cell: 214-680-7607. This is a great price on a great trip, call today!

Testing At The Theater, Not For It

October's testing went very well despite not one of our applicants landing a major role. Which I have to say I think was rigged. Those people couldn't spot talent if it hit them in the head! Hopefully we get another shot in our future testing sessions. Actually, I just hope they let any of us back in.

Extra! Extra! Ummm, can someone write all about it?

We are looking for another Mensacadian managing editor.  The job consists of assembling the calendar column, the RVC’s notes and whatever else comes to your mailbox that is Mensa related, getting it printed (Office Depot gives Mensans a great deal on printing as a member benefit) and labeled, stamped and mailed. It can all be done in less than a day, once a month. Most of the information comes to you via e-mail to cut and paste into the final document. Consider becoming an active member of your local group and helping with this task.  Contact your local coordinator if you are interested.

 

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