Palm Beach Area Mensa

Wednesday, Feb. 5 at 5:15pm: Happy Hour at Pelican Cafe, 612 US-1, Lake Park. Longtime favorite, about a mile south of Northlake Blvd., across from Kelsey Park. Renovated to enhance its New England roots along with its Italian heritage. They offer a very nice early Happy Hour (5:00-6:00) with $7 drinks and bar bites like calamari, bruschetta, and three varieties of flatbreads. Parking lot with space behind the restaurant. RSVP by the night before on MeetUp or to Amy at 561-964-3283.

Friday, Feb. 7 at 7pm: First Friday Dinner at Payathai Asian Bistro, 5879 South Congress Ave., Atlantis (Lantana, NW corner of Lantana Rd. and Congress Ave.). Since this is a Thai restaurant, if you choose, the food can be spicy. **RESERVATIONS**: VERY IMPORTANT THAT YOU REPLY: RSVP to Barry at 561-425-5675, barrykaras7314@comcast.net, or through the Meetup.

Sunday, Feb. 9 at 5:30pm: Second Sunday Dinner at Mulligan's Beach House, 10 S. Ocean Blvd., Lake Worth, 561-588-4130, http://www.mulligansbeachhouse.com/lake-worth/. This location was known and probably still is known by locals as the Lake Worth Casino, but now it's called the Beach Complex. One of several locations in Florida, this beach house is as close to the beach as you can get and serves typical beach fare. You might want to wear your flip-flops. RSVP by Sat. noon to elissa12@bellsouth.net or on MeetUp.

Tuesday, Feb. 11 at noon: Lunch Bunch at Old Metal Classics Cafè & More, 431 Northwood Rd, West Palm Beach. An unusual venue in Northwood, named for its theme of classic old motorcycles, and decorated with memorabilia on that theme. The smallish menu features soup, salads, quiche and sandwiches. Also a bakery case with tarts, cake and Key lime pie. Parking on the street. RSVP by the night before on MeetUp or to Amy at 561-964-3283.

Monday, Feb. 17 at 5:45pm: Moveable Feast at Agliolio Italian Bistro, 2258 N Congress Ave, Boynton Beach. "A fresh take on Italian" - handmade pastas and mozzarella, all-natural meats and wild-caught seafood, as well as local produce. But also tempting desserts, including chocolate lasagna and zeppole. In a shopping plaza at Gateway and Congress, plenty of parking. RSVP by the night before on MeetUp or to Amy at 561-964-3283.

Saturday, Feb. 22 at 6:30pm: LongTimers' Celebration at the Atlantis Country Club (https://atlantiscountryclub.com/ ) in Lake Worth. LongTimers in both Palm Beach Area and Broward Mensa were individually invited to this event because of their long continuous membership status. Now that the deadline for their RSVPs has passed, we can open the event to ANY Mensa member (the venue has a limited capacity). For $60, the buffet dinner includes New York Roast Sirloin and Roast Turkey carving station, Chicken Francaise, broiled Mahi Mahi, various sides, three different desserts, and a champagne toast. Cash bar at 6:30 p.m., Buffet at 7 p.m. There will be words of welcome from Mensa's Executive Director, Trevor Mitchell and Region 10 RVC, Thomas Thomas, and a presentation on early Mensa memories. To reserve your space at this celebration, mail your check made out to Broward Mensa to Kay Klasen, 8823 NW 20 Manor, Coral Springs, FL, 33071. Questions? Email Elissa Rudolph atelissa12@bellsouth.net .For those members who might opt to stay overnight instead of facing a long drive home, I have hotel/motel details that may help. (See also entry on Meetup.)

Tuesday, Feb. 25 at 5:30pm: Happy Hour at Beg For More Izakaya, 19 SE 5th Ave, Delray Beach. A casual spot off E. Atlantic, this "izakaya" is like a tapas place or tavern, but with vibrant decor. They serve small plates, creative sushi rolls, and a few entrees (duck, pad thai), as well as ahi poke and crispy octopus (at $8 each). Parking can be tight. RSVP by the night before on MeetUp or to Amy at 561-964-3283.

Dates to be determined: Magnificent Mensa Scribes meets (varying dates, usually Tuesdays at 6:30 pm) at Rainberry Bay Clubhouse, Lake Ida Road, Delray Beach. Are you a writer or aspire to be one? Join Linda Rubinstein (the new host, taking over for Prudy Taylor Board) and our Mensan Scribes to hone your skills and to learn about getting published. For info, contact Linda at Lsrubin18@msn.com.

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Women only

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Children welcomed

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