Palm-Mensa

Tuesday, April 1st. 1ST TUESDAY PUB NIGHT 7:00 pm. Bennigan's in Sunrise, 3499 N. University Dr (just north of Oakland Park Blvd on the west side), 954-748-3991. For further information call Leon Barber 954-433-9999.

Thursday, April 3rd. BULLsig 1:15 pm (North) Rose & Crown Pub, 3638 W Commercial Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Reservations required. Call Jackie Proudfoot, 954-920-3602.

Thursday, April 3rd. DISCUSSION SIG at the home of Roy Fischler at 8:00 pm. Discuss politics, science, art, etc., in depth. Topics to be decided at each meeting. Snacks and drinks provided. RSVP to 954-578-8273. Pets, no smoking.

Friday, April 4th. FIRST FRIDAY at 7:00 PM at Payathai in Atlantis. Payathai is where we had the FF last month. It is in a shopping center on the NW corner of Congress and Lantana, about 10 stores to the left from the entrance on Lantana Rd. Please contact me ((561) 964-4360 or bkaras@mindspring.com) with your MANDATORY reservations by noontime on Friday. (If you call from Work, please leave that phone number.)

Friday, April 4th. EVERGLADES STARGAZERS - Meet out in the Everglades to view some astronomical wonders through Roy's telescope (or bring your own telescope). Contact Roy Fischler for details, 954-578-8273.

Sunday, April 6th. MENSA OUTDOOR SIG - A Walk along the Beach in Hollywood. Walk the Broadwalk at a leisurely pace and have breakfast afterward at one of the beachfront cafes. Start at 9:00 am, finish about 10:30 or 11:00 am. The weather is usually delightful this time of year for an easy walk. RSVP to Ruby or Jordan, 954-961-7334 or 954-961-8286.

Tuesday, April 8th. ELECTRONIC TRIVIA 6:00 pm. Rickey's, 4645 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood. Burger and sandwich menu, specializing in wings, huge salads, and other items. Exit I-95 at Hollywood Blvd., go west to 48th and turn right. Parking lot in back. We meet at 6 pm. to eat and warm up... You can come any time and still get in on any game. Miami Mensa.

Thursday, April 10th. BULLsig 1:15 pm (South) Royal India Restaurant, 3801 Griffin Road, Fort Lauderdale. Reservations required. Call Jackie Proudfoot, 954-920-3602.

Friday, April 11th. MENSA DINING ADVENTURE at PHUKET Thai Restaurant, 7:30PM, Palm Plaza, 22191 Powerline Rd. (SW corner), Boca Raton, 561-447-8863. We are a Thai-loving group! Here's another Asian venue to try. . . uncrowded, great food, and, umm, an unusual name! Typical entrees: Kai Pad Hed, Kai Sram Ros, Kai Paradise and the routine Chicken with Garlic, Basil Leaves, Ginger, Broccoli, etc. as well as duck, shrimp, squid, lobster, seafood combinations. Call Elissa before Thursday, April 10, 9PM to RSVP, 561-496-0124.

Saturday, April 12th. PARTY AT RUBY AND JORDAN'S in Hollywood. Mensa/OAK. Lots of nice people, good conversation, couple of dart games, interesting and delicious food, indoor/outdoor. No theme this time, just Bring A Dish, $3.00 contribution. RSVP to 954-961-7334 or 954-961-8286.

Sunday, April 13th. POOL PARTY/BBQ/PICNIC with Mary Breda and friends. 2:00 pm. Mary will supply paper goods and soft drinks and will ask you to bring a salad, entrée or dessert. A grill will be available. Please RSVP EARLY so that food items can be organized. 954-771-4465.

Tuesday, April 15th. DISCUSSION ABOUT ANTARTICA at John Swick's - 37 W. Coconut Dr., Lake Worth 33467 (Florida Gardens). On Lake Worth Road go to street opposite Turnpike entrance - 5th left down.

Tuesday, April 15th. 3rd TUESDAY PUB NIGHT 7:00 pm. The Field Irish Pub & Eatery, 3281 Griffin Rd. Dania Beach (west of I-95 on the north side of the road). 954-964-5979. For further information call Leon Barber 954-433-9999.

Thursday, April 17th. BULLsig 1:15 pm (East) Shirttail Charlie's, 300 S W 4th Ave., Fort Lauderdale. Reservations required. Call Jackie Proudfoot, 954-920-3602.

Thursday, April 17th. DISCUSSION SIG at the home of Roy Fischler at 8:00 pm. Discuss politics, science, art, etc., in depth. Topics to be decided at each meeting. Snacks and drinks provided. RSVP to 954-578-8273. Pets, no smoking.

Saturday, April 19th. PERKOPHILES meets at The Crab House in Jupiter, 9 AM with Palm Beach Mensan Glen Moulder. Breakfast, coffee, conversation. 1065 N A1A, 561-744-1300. Add 25% for tax/gratuity, cash only, no credit cards. No RSVP, just come on out.

Saturday, April 19th. SPRING FLING at Joe & Carol Lee Vitale's home. Covered Dish Dinner featuring friends, festivities and fine food. 8:00 PM at 3840 N.W. Third Terrace, Pompano Beach. RSVP to 954-781-7659.

Thursday, April 24th. BULLsig 1:15 pm (West) Joe's Crab `Restaurant (formerly Crab House), 4402 N. University Dr., Fort Lauderdale. Reservations required. Call Jackie Proudfoot, 954-920-3602.

Saturday, April 26th. LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOP at the Airport Sheraton on Griffin Road, near the Ft. Lauderdale-Hollywood Airport. If you are driving a distance you may want to stay at the Sheraton ($99/night) or call/email Maggie Rubin, SIGHT Coordinator, for friendly accommodations. Contact Maggie before April 10 with your request (954-946-7340; margaretrubin@yahoo.com).

8:30AM Continental Breakfast, free to attendees
9:00AM "Secrets of the Media." Jim Blackmore, National Marketing Director, reveals how to get the best publicity for your groups & events, what NOT to say or do; how to develop Mensa publicity tools. He will share the Jimmy Kimmel show tape & tell you how it happened.
10:00AM "How to Deal with Problem Members." Ike Kullman, RVC5, discusses the difference between a police matter & what should be handled within Mensa, how to defuse difficult situations, and when formal hearings are utilized.
11:00AM "Mensa & the Community at Large." Bonnie Wilpon, Tampa M, shares her views of community involvement and Mensa, how it can benefit local members, and what it takes to find and align your chapter with community groups.
Noon Lunch on your own
1:30PM "National Contests-Why Should We Bother?" Mystery presenter describes current national contests and the positive results of participation. Don't worry, no one will try to guilt you into getting involved!
2:30PM "Giveaways, Fun Stuff, & What DO You Have in That Box?" Jim Blackmore & his mystery box full of goodies for you! Seriously, Jim will discuss the multitudinous resources the national office can provide for your group to amuse, educate, & infuse your enthusiasm for all things Mensan.
3:30PM "Getting People Involved-How to Get More Volunteers." Janice Johnson Palm Beach County M will explore the reasons people volunteer to begin with, why their priorities might change, where & how to find fresh, enthusiastic volunteers, the importance of feedback & other member-related issues.
5:30PM Dinner at the Rustic Inn, Ravenswood Road-a great casual place on the water, known for its snow crab legs, lobster, and bibs.
This entire day of workshops is free to attendees. Bring your notebooks, your questions, and be prepared to learn, gain confidence, and have fun with your south Florida friends! Email Elissa Rudolph (elissa12@bellsouth.net) to RSVP. We need to know how big a box Jim needs to bring!

Saturday, April 26th. MENSA ADMISSION TESTING For information call Alex Williamson at 954-491-2989 during business hours, but after 10:00 am.

Saturday, April 26th. A MEETING OF THE (YOUNG) MINDS 5:00 pm. An opportunity for younger Mensans and the children of Mensans to bring their families out and meet new friends. DuBarry's Buffet, University Drive and Peters Road, Plantation. RSVP by Friday to Micki Hawn 954-345-1688 (Note time change).

Saturday, April 26th. OAK/MENSA OUTDOOR SIG OUTING - Bicycle a levee in Broward, about 3 hours total on the bicycle. Hard pack road, no vehicle traffic. RSVP to Ruby or Jordan, 954-961-7334 or 954-961-8286.

Saturday, April 27th. SUNDAY BRUNCH Dr. Dessert's Cafe at 10:00 am. Someplace new and different. A family owned and operated cafe, with all items made fresh daily. The lovely buffet includes waffles, made to order omelets, deli salmon and pastrami, salads, homemade breads, roast beef, turkey, ham and more, juices, coffee and the favorite desserts that are the namesake of this cafe. Champagne is included, all for $12.95. 2535 N. Hiatus Road, on the corner of Sheridan & Hiatus. RSVP to Micki at 954-345-1688.

Friday, May 23rd. Tampa Bay Mensa's Brain Bash (working title), Jack Brawner (trojanowl@aol.com) or John Raymond (jmraymond3@aol.com). More details as they become available.

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No smoking

Adults only

Handicap access

No alcohol

Men only

Contribution expected

No pets permitted

Women only

Food provided

Animals on premises

Children welcomed

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