Friday, May 5th. Since the movie, some facts have come to light concerning the sinking of the "Titanic." One example is that most people don't know that in 1912, Hellman's Mayonnaise was manufactured only in England. Titanic was carrying 12,000 jars of the condiment scheduled for delivery in Vera Cruz, Mexico, which was to be the next port of call for the great ship after New York City. The people of Mexico eagerly awaited the first delivery and were very upset at the news of the sinking. So much so that they declared a national day of mourning which they still observe today. It is known, of course, as Sinko de Mayo.

But seriously, folks, May 5th is actually Cinco de Mayo, the Mexican national holiday that honors the defeat of the French army at Puebla de los Angeles in 1862.

Sunday, May 7th. Conch Stomp Picnic. Noon to 4 PM. It's the Conch Stomp Picnic at the Lake Biwa Pavillion in Delray Beach one-half mile south of Linton Boulevard on Jog Road at the entrance to Morikami Park. Look for the yellow balloons and yellow table cloths at the smaller shelters. They are available on a first-come-you-got-the-sucker basis so we ain't sure exactly which one we will grab, but grab we will. Free conch fritters, free fresh squeezed lemonade, free hot dogs, free charcoal grill. YES, FREE FOOD!! This is MENSA HEAVEN!! Free food and Mensa camaraderie too! RSVP to Bob Dolson at 561-454-0001 by Saturday. Tell your friends and tell your enemies. This is an event not to be missed.

Tuesday, May 9th. National Teacher Day. A day when students and communities around the country honor their teachers and the teaching profession.

Friday, May 12th. Restaurant Rounds! 8 PM at Rosalita's Tex-Mex Grill, 5949 S. Congress Ave, Atlantis, The Shoppes of Atlantis, NW Corner of Lantana Road & Congress Ave, 561.964.5747. Come join us for the monthly Restaurant Rounds! Rosalita's features your favorite Tex-Mex specialties such as nachos (any style) and chili con queso appetizers, black bean and tortilla soups, salads and quesadillas, fajitas, enchiladas, seafood entries, hot (*spicy*) dishes and various desserts, all very reasonably priced. The last time I was here, I ordered the fish tacos, deep-fried fish filet fingers in a taco shell with lettuce, tomato and sour cream, yum! The turnout at India Garden last month was great and a good time was had by all. We look forward to seeing the "regulars" and some new faces at Rosalita's. RSVP to Glen Moulder at 616.7372 (email doojinsi@att.net) by Wednesday, before 8 PM. Cash only (with 15% gratuity), no checks or plastic. A general area map is below.

Saturday, May 13th. CultureQuest™ XI - Corrected tests and scores returned from AML.

Sunday, May 14th-HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!

North County Gathering. Saturday May, 20th. Come to Bill Whitesell's house at 4 PM for this month's event. RSVP to Bill at 561-336-8859.

Saturday, May 20th. CultureQuest™ XI - Challenges must be submitted.

Saturday, May 20th. Armed Forces Day. A day to honor the members of the United States Armed Forces.

Monday, May 22nd. National Maritime Day. Designated by presidential proclamation in 1935, this commemorates the anniversary of the departure of the SS Savannah on the first successful transoceanic voyage of a steam-powered vessel in 1819. It is also a day of remembrance of merchant mariners who died in defense of their country.

Deadline for June Newsletter Submission, Tuesday, May 23rd. Please send items to Glen by this date. E-mail submissions to Doojinsi@att.net, fax to 561.616.7092 (call first) OR send them to 505 Spencer Drive #204, WPB, FL 33409.

Friday, May 26th. CultureQuest™ XI - Ruling on challenges returned.

South County Gathering/4th Friday Happy Hour. Friday, May 26th, 5:30 P.M. Colucci's Attic in Delray. Come play National Trivia Network trivia game with other restaurant/bar patrons across the country and have a light dinner. RSVP to Barry Karas at 561.964.4360 (or bkaras@mindspring.com) by Thursday the 25th no later than 10 PM to confirm. Colucci's is at the south end of the Lake Ida shopping plaza, at the S.W. corner of Lake Ida and Congress. I have to make reservations, especially since this is on a Friday evening. We are flexible about the time, of course, due to quitting times, traffic conditions, distance, etc. If you can, just let me know *about* when you'll be there, I'd appreciate it.

Monday, May 29th - MEMORIAL DAY observed.

Thursday, June 1st - Hurricane season begins for the Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, and the Gulf of Mexico. The season ends November 30. The predictions call for fourteen named storms this year. Do you have hurricane boxes prepared in the event of emergency evacuations?

Sunday, June 18th - Father's Day. Although considered by some to be a modern, commercial holiday for the convenience of greeting card manufacturers, this holiday was actually first celebrated June 19^th, 1910.

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