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GNYM Member Event Calendar
August, 2009

Mphasis Calendar events are held in all boroughs or counties of our region (Manhattan, Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island, Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Rockland, Putnam) and beyond (New Jersey, Connecticut). Some events are marked ? when location is To Be Announced. All Mensa members and accompanied guests are welcome at all calendar events unless otherwise indicated in the listing. Young Mensan events are for Mensans age 18 and under only. Children are required to be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all Mensa events, including Young Mensan events. Proof of Mensa membership is required for all GNYM-sponsored events.

Please call the CalendarPhone before attending an event to check for schedule changes. Late updates are often posted on the GNYM website, www.gnym.org

“The following information is provided exclusively as a service to our members and represents material provided to us by individuals in their independent capacities as organizers. Members are encouraged to be aware of their common-sense responsibility to (1) verify information regarding meeting place, time, cost, access, smoking policy, and appropriateness for children, and (2) conduct themselves in such a way as to make their repeated presence welcome.”

SIGs are voluntary associations of members of Mensa, which operate independently of Greater New York Mensa. Their financial activities and liabilities are entirely their own, and not those of Greater New York Mensa. Furthermore, no SIG leader may obligate GNYM in any way.

This is the "munged" edition. Most events have details but no particulars.
For complete details, see Mphasis in print, or see the members-only section which has complete calendar pages and complete Mphasis online.

Green indicates additions or changes. Red indicates deletions or cancelations.

August, 2009

Saturday, August 1, 2009

SCAVENGER HUNT ENDS
Queens 7:30 pm [NOTE the unusual time]
Did you RSVP for hunting by July 27? Then you got The List yesterday at 4:30pm and have been driving friends and family NUTS trying to get some of this paraphernalia. (Don't worry, you'll be able to hand it all back to them tomorrow.) Be sure your team and ALL of the items you plan to have judged ARRIVE by 7:30pm. Make sure to account for traffic and the unexpected, because if anyone on your team or any of your items are late, there may be a penalty imposed. And, as in most Mensa contests (thanks to Carnelli), the decision of the judges are arbitrary, capricious, and final. Though you need to be at the restaurant by 7:30pm, you'll be able to enjoy dinner and non-competitive camaraderie for about an hour before the actual judging begins. Where will we have dinner and judging? Jade King, 192-03 Union Tpke., Flushing, NY 11366, 718-468-5900. Prix fixe dinner is $28. Contact Jared for details. If you need to get in touch with ____ for last minute details or problems, call (818) 395-9476.

Sunday, August 2, 2009

Strategy Gaming SIG
Location to be determined 1:00pm
Put those competitive (yet polite) impulses to good use while vying with fellow Mensans in games that require skill, planning, and negotiation. Location rotates anywhere in GNYM (including NJ) Call for location. Please contact ____ at ____ or via e-mail at ____ .

Tuesday, August 4, 2009

Science Fiction & Fantasy SIG Meeting
Nassau 8:00pm
Ever try talking to friends, co-workers, or relatives about science fiction and end up feeling like the only member of your own species? Don't be alone any more! Join us in the cafe at ____ in ____ to talk about favorite books, movies, TV shows, etc. Any questions, please contact ____ at ____.

Wednesday, August 5, 2009

SIG X
Brooklyn 7:00pm
Are you game to demonstrate your trivia prowess?  Whether you're Jeopardy potential or just a beginner, you're sure to have a great time at the SigX Trivia Night.  Come join us for a serving of mental floss, or just to have some fun.  Trivia starts at 7:30, so meet up before then. Call Will for details at ____. We play at ____

BridgeSIG [every Wednesday]
Manhattan 7:00pm
Come join the Bridge SIG for fun, non-competitive bridge. All skill levels are welcome, however a basic, working understanding of the game is necessary to join in play, as we are unfortunately not equipped to teach from scratch. Kibitzers are welcome. For more info, and to be placed on the e-mail list, call ____ at ____, e-mail her at ____ .

Friday, August 7, 2009

Friendly Friday Dinner [every Friday]
Manhattan 5:45-8:30pm
Dinner every Friday evening with other Mensans.
No need to RSVP. Come when you can, stay as long as you like, at ____, ____.). If you need more information, call ____ at ____ or e-mail ____ at ____ .

Sunday, August 9, 2009

Queens Second Sunday Brunch
Queens 12:00 noon
We would like to invite all Greater NY Mensans to attend the vibrant Queens portion of the chapter. We meet the Second Sunday of every month at ____, ____. (Look for the Mensa table in the back.) They are located just north of ____ (____), and there is plenty of parking in their lot. Also, they give separate checks. Any questions call ____ at ____ or ____, or ____ at ____ . We hope to see many of our Mensa friends there.

Tuesday, August 11, 2009

Intertel Dinner Social
Manhattan 6:45pm
Intertel invites Mensans and their guests to a dinner social at 6:45pm. The restaurant is ____, ____. Please contact ____ at ____ or ____ for directions.

Buzztime Trivia
Suffolk 7:00pm
Test your trivia knowledge against players all over the US and Canada. We play at ____, on ____ in ____, about ½ mile north of the intersection of Route 109. For other information, call ____ ____ or e-mail ____ .

Wednesday, August 12, 2009

BridgeSIG [every Wednesday - see August 5 for details.]
Manhattan 7:00pm

Thursday, August 13, 2009

SIG X
Manhattan 7:00pm
Want to try a new dining experience? Have a favorite local eatery to recommend? Want to share your cuisine with other Mensans? You're a perfect candidate for SigX's restaurant night! Come share in the adventure of new and exciting foods, or come just for the company and the atmosphere. All are welcome. Call Will for details at ____. ____

Friday, August 14, 2009

Friendly Friday Dinner [every Friday - see August 7 for details.]
Manhattan 5:45-8:30pm

Movie SIG
Nassau time t.b.d.
Do you like going to see the latest movies?  Wanna go with a bunch of Mensans, and afterwards chat about the movie over coffee?  Then get connected with Movie-Going Mensans!  Every other Friday we assemble at a local (Nassau County) movie theatre to see a flick,  Recently we've seen Watchmen", "Knowing", "State of Play", and "Star Trek" -- and everyone had a great time.  Don't you wish that you'd gone with us? We decide which movie on Wednesday (usually), then notify everyone via email and phone calls.  To get on the notification list, call ____ ____ or ____ ____

Staten Island Makes Merry
Staten Island 8:00pm
For good food, great company, and stimulating conversation, as well as lots of jokes, join the Staten Island Merrymakers on the SECOND FRIDAY of every month at 8pm at the King's Arms Restaurant, 500 Forest Avenue, Staten Island. Ask for the Mensa group. For directions and information, call Staten Island Coordinator, Brenda Giammanco, before 7PM at 718-980-1686.

Saturday, August 15, 2009

Volunteer SIG
Manhattan 10:00am
The Volunteer Special Interest Group aims to facilitate civic engagement through matching volunteers with appropriate organizations. We create a communication and social networking platform for current and prospective volunteers to exchange ideas and information on volunteer knowledge and practice. Contact us with your volunteer interests and availability: ____; ____ .

Business Solutions Hub
Manhattan 3:30pm
Business Solutions Hub is a special interest group that takes business issues and discusses possible solutions or recommendations. State your business issue or come join the solutions forum. Whether it's a tricky role requirement, small business dilemma, or a start-up quandary, we'd like to help. To participate, please visit: http://sites.google.com/site/mensabusiness, or contact us at ____, or ____ .

SIG X
Manhattan time to be determined
Looking for a way to relive your childhood?  Wanna see which is better: multimillion dollar special effects or your imagination as a child?  Why not join us at the new live-action G.I. Joe movie (The Rise of Cobra)? We'll meet at ____, Show times are not announced, so please contact ____ for details at ____.

Sunday, August 16, 2009

LIMENSIG
Nassau 12:30pm
Meet for lunch, brunch or whatever at ____, at ____, in the ____. Ask for the Mensa table. Info: ____ at ____ or ____ .

GameSIG
Manhattan 2:00pm
Bring your favorite games or play ours. In the East 70s. Please reserve by the Wednesday before. $2 for refreshments. For info, contact ____ at ____, e-mail her at ____ .

Nyack Dining Group
Rockland 6:00pm
This will be the one hundred-first meeting of the Nyack dining group, hosted by M ____. The restaurant is ____, ____ at ____ in Nyack that offers above-average food at reasonable prices. To say you are coming, call ____ at ____ or e-mail him at ____ by the previous Saturday.

Monday, August 17, 2009

Whedonverse SIG Meeting
Nassau 8:00pm
Is your life like living in a Hellmouth since Buffy the Vampire Slayer went off the air? Now there's help! Join us to talk about Buffy, Angel, Firefly, and all the creations of writer/director Joss Whedon! We meet in the cafe at ____ in ____. Any questions, please contact ____ at ____.

Tuesday, August 18, 2009

Smart Company: The SIG for Mensa Business Owners and Executives
Manhattan 7:00pm
Today's Topic: Time Wasters and Time Management
 SPACE IS LIMITED. Reservations are required and are subject to availability. Enjoy stimulating conversation on business related issues and a great meal. All attendees are encouraged to participate in lively group discussions. Non-M guests are always warmly welcomed. According to attendees, Smart Company is "more fun than it sounds," "stimulating," and the food is "good." We share knowledge, discuss business issues and trade solutions to business problems and have a good time doing it. This SIG is organized by lawyer ____ and creative director ____. Call or e-mail Mark for reservations or additional information: ____, ____ . RSVP deadline is 5PM, the Friday before the meeting.

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

BridgeSIG [every Wednesday - see August 5 for details.]
Manhattan 7:00pm

Thursday, August 20, 2009

The Cool Kids
Manhattan or Brooklyn 6:30pm
Join us on the 3rd Thursday of the month for a bar hopping adventure, in either Manhattan or Brooklyn. We'll discover the latest hot spots, cocktail dens, and brew shrines, all accompanied by classic MENSAn company and conversation.  Occasionally we will plan events beyond bar hopping.  For this month's location, email ____ at ____ .

Friday, August 21, 2009

Friendly Friday Dinner [every Friday - see August 7 for details.]
Manhattan 5:45-8:30pm

Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Restaurant and Dining Lovers SIG
Manhattan 6:30pm
Everyone has heard of ____ but most don't know they serve fish.  You just can't have meat.  But what you can have is simply wonderful.  The flavors are magical!  The restaurant is in the Village at ____ and the prices are modest.  So do come and please bring cash only.  RESERVATIONS ESSENTIAL: Call ____ at ____, ____ or ____ at ____, or e-mail ____ at ____ .  If you call to leave a message, please be sure to leave your daytime phone number.  Reservations deadline: Sunday, August 23. Maximum of 12.

BridgeSIG [every Wednesday - see August 5 for details.]
Manhattan 7:00pm

LIMENSIG Midweek Munchie
Nassau 7:30pm
Join us for dinner at the ____, ____ in ____. Ask for the Mensa table. Call ____ for information at ____, or e-mail ____ .

Friday, August 28, 2009

Friendly Friday Dinner [every Friday - see August 7 for details.]
Manhattan 5:45-8:30pm

Movie SIG
Nassau time t.b.d
[see August 14 for details]

(For more details and more gatherings around the country, see Mensa Bulletin and American Mensa web site.)