Palm-Mensa

Saturday, October 1. KAYAK AT THE LOXAHATCHEE PRESERVE GRASSY WATER WETLANDS IN DELRAY. We start at Indiantown Road, paddle the upper hairpin-turns river to Trapper John's, where we will provide a delicious picnic lunch. From there, we make a decision whether to paddle to the take-out point in Jonathan Dickinson Park and be bused to our vehicles, or go back the way we came, and land at the Outfitter where we started out. A great paddle either way. Cost includes kayaks, accessories, lunch: $45.00 members, $50.00 non-members. Leader Jordan London, 954-961-8286.

Thursday, October 6, 7:00 pm. 1ST THURSDAY PUB NIGHT. Bennigan's on Cypress Creek Road (just west of I-95, north side). For further information call Jason Knight, 954-969-0683.

Friday, October 7, 1:15 pm. BULLsig North: Galanga Thai Kitchen and Sushi Bar, 2389 Wilton Drive (Go north on N.E. 4th Ave from Sunrise Blvd.). Call Jackie Proudfoot, 954-920-3602.

Friday, October 7, 7:00 pm. FIRST FRIDAY at Payathai, NW corner of Congress Ave and Lantana Road, Lantana. Enter via the Lantana Rd entrance, Payathai is about 10 stores to the right. RSVP Barry Karas 561 964-4360 or bkaras@mindspring.com.

Friday-Sunday, October 7-9. Oktoberfest Regional Gathering Clearwater, Florida. German food! Bier! Musik! With contests, games and speakers. Wearing of lederhosen is encouraged!  More information at www.tampa.us.mensa.org

Saturday, October 8, 7:00 pm. Monthly Party at Ruby and Jordan's house in Hollywood. Games if you want them, talk is cheap and plentiful, the patio is just perfect for being outdoors under cover, the people are great, and the food (Bring A Dish) is super. $3.00 contribution per person, members and non-members. Hostess (she's got the mostess') Ruby Allman, 954-961-7334.

Tuesday, October 11, 5:30 pm. ELECTRONIC TRIVIA NORTH meets, as always, at Rickey's, 4645 Hollywood Blvd. Exit I-95 at Hollywood Blvd. and go west to 48th Ave. Park in back. We meet at 5:30 p.m. since there are some good games early, but if you can't make it early, come when you can. Pretty good food, very good trivia. Smoking where permitted.

Friday, October 14, 1:15 pm. BULLsig South: Field Irish Pub, 3281 Griffin Road, Dania Beach. Call Jackie Proudfoot, 954-920-3602.

Saturday, October 15, 8:00 pm. COVERED DISH DINNER We're not scared of ghosts and goblins and we're offering treats (not tricks) at our covered-dish dinner "witch" is at the home of Joe & Carol Lee Vitale, 3840 N.W. Third Terrace, Pompano Beach. RSVP to 954-781-7659. Pets. Smoking on the front porch or back deck.

Sunday, October 16, 11:00 am. SUNDAY BRUNCH at La Piazza Pasta Cafe. It's a new location...a five star all you can eat buffet, featuring a cold station with salads, shrimp, eggs and more; a hot station with pastas, eggs benedict and quiches; a carving station with prime rib, salmon and chicken fingers; crepes and omelets, breads and desserts. The price of $14.95 includes orange juice, coffee, tea, Mimosas or Bloody Mary. This is sure to become a favorite with a menu like this. La Piazza Pasta Cafe is located one block west of Young Circle at 1885 Hollywood Blvd. RSVP to Micki Hawn at 954-345-1688.

Thursday, October 20, 7:00 pm. 3RD THURSDAY PUB NIGHT. Biddy Early's, 3419 N. Andrews Ave. It's on the west side between Oakland Park Blvd. and Prospect Rd. For further information call Jason Knight, 954-969-0683. New Location!

Friday, October 21, 1:15 pm. BULLsig East: Downtowner¹s Saloon, 10 S. New River Drive, Ft. Lauderdale. Call Jackie Proudfoot, 954-920-3602.

Saturday, October 22. BICYCLE THE BEAR ISLAND UNIT OF BIG CYPRESS PRESERVE. This is at MM (mile marker) 79.5 on I-75 (Alligator Alley). This is a delightful ride, sometimes a little wet if it's rained recently, but always a delight. We see some alligators, perhaps wild turkey, deer, bobcat; do a little exploring. We'll meet about 9:00 AM at the entrance. Afterward, a BYO picnic lunch at the rest stop at MM 64. Nominal charge, $5.00 per person, member or non-member. Kids over 10 welcome - if under 10, they have to be able to keep up. You can call and discuss with Jordan London, 954-961-8286.

Friday, October 28, 1:15 pm. BULLsig West: Nonna¹s Kitchen, 3333B University Drive, Fort Lauderdale. Call Jackie Proudfoot, 954-920-3602.

Saturday, October 29, 10 am. YOUNG MENSANS: Attention All Young Mensans, Mensa siblings and off-spring and all Young-at-Heart Mensans. We are planning a fun-filled day at the Museum of Science and Discovery. Reserve your calendar for Saturday, October 29, 2005. We will meet at the front entrance at 10 AM, view the exhibits, take in an IMAX movie and catch a bite to eat at the Subway sandwich shop on the premises. RSVP to Micki Hawn at 954-345-1688. We can get a discount if we have a group of 15 or more. (Parking is extra.) The museum is located in the Arts & Science District, across from Riverwalk's Esplanade Park and the Broward Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Fort Lauderdale. Take I-95 north (from Miami) or south (from Palm Beach) to Broward Boulevard. Drive east to SW Fifth Avenue (Commodore Brook Avenue). Turn right. The museum will be on the left and science garage on your right.

Saturday, October 29, 11 am: Mensa Qualification Test. The qualifying test for entry into Mensa will be held on October 29, 2005 at the Delray library, 29 SE 4th Ave, at 11 AM. If interested, please call or write for all details. Hank Colman 561-352-4154 hanor@webtv.net

Thursday, November 3, 7:00 pm. 1ST THURSDAY PUB NIGHT. Bennigan's on Cypress Creek Road (just west of I-95, north side). For further information call Jason Knight, 954-969-0683.

Friday-Saturday, November 11-12: Big event on Grassy Key for the Micro-G. Two days of fun and party. Details will be posted here later.

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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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