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June Dinner Meeting

     Andy Karabinos, our guest speaker for June, shared the experience and expertise he has developed through "Prudent Investing" for more than 50 years. Mr. Karabinos, a frequent speaker on this and other topics was very informative.

 

     It appears that at least some of the white elephants will make it past the dumpster this month!

May Dinner Meeting

 


     Our speaker, Paul Hayes, is no stranger to North Alabama Mensa, having spoken to our group on several previous occasions.  Once again we enjoyed his unique insights into history.

     

 

     His presentation was based on his book History, An Inquiry into the Development and Evolution of Historical Writing:  The Historians Method by Other Historians (2008). 

May FS&M
 

    Bob and Barbara Ward hosted the May FS&M and once again we all enjoyed beer, great food and great company!


  
  

AG 2009 in Pittsburgh
July 1-5, 2009

     If you've never attended a MENSA AG you probably don't know what you're missing!  Quite a few local MENSANS attended the 2008 AG in Denver and most are looking forward to another great convention in Pittsburgh. If you're curious, just ask around at the next dinner meeting, FS&M or other local function and find out what it's all about.  If you know you're interested in attending, here's the notice from American MENSA:

     Efforts are well under way to make AG 2009: AM FM an experience to remember. You'll need to turn your iPod or radio over to AM FM 2009 today!

 

     This is the AG "About Mensans, For Mensans," so the play list is sure to include some favorite oldies as well as some great new releases. Whether you enjoy the music at the planned dances or learn about new topics live and in person, Pittsburgh is the place to be!

 

     The historic Omni William Penn Hotel gets rave reviews and is within walking distance of a number of attractions. Mensan forums and elists are already buzzing about dining opportunities and day trips in the Pittsburgh area -- and of course, the real attraction is spending the holiday with your favorite Mensans from around the country.

 

     We hope to see you there, July 1-5, 2009, in Pittsburgh! For more information and to register, visit www.ag.us.mensa.org.

 

 

Temperance
 

    If you're new to MENSA you might be misled by the tongue-in-cheek name of this event.  Don't let that keep you from joining us on the first Friday of each month at 5:30.  The truth is, we drink up and relax after a hard week at work or play (for the retired folks).  Some order dinner, others just enjoy the company and a couple of drinks.  On the odd-numbered months we meet at Tim's Cajun Kitchen on Jordan Lane.  On the even numbered months we meet at Casa Blanca on Bailey Cove road in south Huntsville.  The event is open to all members and their families.  Hope to see you there!

 

    

 

 

FS&M
 Sunday June 27th 6:30PM

 

 

     FS&M is on Saturday, June 27 at 4:00pm, at Kelly Morger and Ulf Lindstrom's, 117 Sanoma Drive, Madison, 35758. This FS&M is followed by Games. Bring a game or play one of the ones from the Mensa MindGames events (Kelly, Ulf and the boys attend these regularly)! Snacks to share are appreciated.

 

     Directions to the house can be found in the newsletter.

 

      FS&M (Fold, Spindle and Mutilate) is more than just a newsletter production evening.  It provides our members an opportunity to get to know each other just a little better while sharing drinks, snacks and great stories.  If you haven't been involved before, consider joining us this month.

 

July Dinner Meeting
 Sunday, July 19th at 6:30PM

     This month's dinner meeting will be held on Sunday evening at 6:30 p.m. at Ryan's on 10017 Memorial Parkway SW.

 

      This month's presentation "Servant Leadership vs. Pseudo Leadership" is by Sarah Savage, President/CEO of Leadership Huntsville/Madison County, Inc., whose mission is to identify, educate and inspire leaders to serve our community.

 

 

Don't Forget Your White Elephants!

 

 

FS&M and GAMES

Sunday July 26th 1-6 PM
 

     On Sunday, July 26, we’ll be putting the newsletter together with hosts Travis and Louise Hardin.  Free training in collating, folding and stapling.  FS&M (Fold, Spindle and Mutilate) starts at 1:00 and should finish up around 2:00. 

 

Game playing starts after that - we have at least three tables for traditional and new board games, card games, or other options.  Feel free to bring your favorites or play one of ours.  Snacks and drinks provided; additional snacks or contribution to the kitty appreciated.

 

 

Sweet Home Alabama RG!
 

     Central Alabama Mensa and North Alabama Mensa have teamed up to bring you the best Regional Gathering yet!
 

 www.centralalmensa.org/webs/mensa/blastrg.html

 

     Join the fun on the weekend of August 7, 8 and 9, 2009. Great hospitality throughout the weekend! Several speakers – among them Fred Spicer, Executive Director of Birmingham’s Botanical Gardens, who will reveal “Why the hell I’m still in Alabama”! Compete with your fellow Mensans in the Games Room! Bring out your dregs and come up with a brand-new cocktail!

 

     Of course there’s a chocolate event. Why not join the five mile fun run or the two-and-a-half mile walk or go for a dip in the hotel pool? The kids will have fun participating in Martha Williams’ Kids’ Trek. And if you were always wondering when you’ll find the time to haul those books you’re never going to read again to the thrift store: bring them to our book sale. All profits go to the scholarship fund.

 

     The RG will be held at the Drury Inn Hotel, Birmingham Southwest, conveniently located just off I-65 with plenty of restaurants and stores close by. Rooms sleep up to four people. The price of $70 per night includes a hot breakfast, happy hour drinks and wireless internet and is guaranteed until July 24. Go to their website www.druryhotels.com, hit ‘Reservations’ and enter the group code 2063082. Just choose the room size and you are all set!  Or call 800-325-0720, specify Birmingham Southwest location and Central Alabama Mensa group.

 

    The registration fee is $55 until July 24, and $60 July 25 and after, including walk-ins. Children up to 12 years pay half price. A discount of $5 for Alabama RG veterans should be applied to the $55 rate.  See registration form later in the newsletter. If you have any questions or suggestions, email me at tom@t-ech.net  or write to me; you’ll find the address on the registration form.

 

     We are looking forward to seeing you in August!

 

 












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