1/Thurs­day

  • ChiMe Activity Bulletin and Ad­ver­tising Deadlines. Last day for these submissions to the June ChiMe. Interested in organizing and hosting a virtual or in-person event? Find out how by checking out our guide to hosting events.

  • ChiMe Editorial Deadline. Last day for editorial submissions to the June ChiMe. Please submit original ar­ticles, insights, puzzles, brain teasers, or short poems. Your fellow Chicago Area Mensa members would love to hear from you.

  • Conversation with London Mensans 8 AM. Join a video chat with our kin from across the big pond in London at 2 PM BDT. RSVP (via Meetup preferred) to local host Carey S. to receive the Zoom sign-in information. The London host is Ian David Moseley.
    Virtual Event!!

3/Satur­day

  • Ethnic Dining Cancelled. For Ethnic Dining notifications, updates, and all the details, join the Mensa Connect Ethnic Dining Group, but do not use it to RSVP. This event usually recurs on the 2nd Sunday of the month.
    Event Cancelled!!

  • Trivia Night in Willow Springs 6 PM. Due to the overwhelming positive feedback, we're thrilled to announce a repeat performance! Join us for another Trivia night at Ambi Bar and Grill, located at 8116 Archer Ave. in Willow Springs. We look forward to seeing you in Willow Springs for an evening of wit, wisdom, and fellowship! This is a GOBS-subsidized event. GOBS will cover half of your meal cost (including tax and tip, rounded up to the nearest dollar) up to a maximum of $15 per person (CAM member and one guest). Cash or Zelle will be accepted for the remaining amount. The subsidy increases to $20 if fewer than 16 people register. Limit is 20 people (first come, first served). RSVP by Thursday, May 1st to Dorin R. with the number of attendees so we can get a headcount.

4/Sun­day

  • May the 4th Be With You!

  • CultureQuest® XXXVI 3 PM. Today, all across the country as well as Canada, all at the same time, teams of Mensa members will participate in a 90-minutes-long contest to test cultural literacy administered by American Mensa. Prizes will be award­ed to twenty “Classic” (no age restrictions) teams and one “Next Generation” (youth) team with the highest scores! Get all the details including, if you want your team to meet virtually, how to request your own Discord channel. After CultureQuest® has ended, you may use the Reimbursement Form to get your approved GOBS funds. We wish our teams the best of luck today!

  • WeeM 49: Hip to Be 72 Rate Increase Alert! Join the fun at WeeM at the Chicago North Shore Westin in Wheeling starting Thursday, October 30th through Sunday, November 2nd. Today was the last day you could preregister for WeeM plus qualify for the early bird WeeM discount. But you can still qualify for the next best discount if you preregister by Monday, July 14th. Preregistering means you won’t have to fill out any forms at registration, you’ll get a pre-printed badge, and you can pay via credit card . And best of all, it’ll be much quicker to get your registration packet when you arrive. Also, if you’re paying by check, it must have been received no later than today or you will need to remit a check for the increased rate.

5/Mon­day

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    Cinco de Mayo

  • Breakfast/Lunch in Buffalo Grove 11 AM. Breakfast and lunch are both available at Original Bagel & Bialy, a Jewish deli located at 105 McHenry Rd. in Buffalo Grove (in a strip mall at the NE corner of Lake Cook Rd. & Route 83). This is a self-service restaurant. Order and pay at the counter. Your food will be brought to your table. There is a $10 minimum charge for using credit cards. RSVPs (and get more details on Meetup), but if not on Meetup, email Ken L.. Look for Ken in the back room.

8/Thurs­day

  • Zoom Lunch 1 PM. Perhaps the longest running Mensa event anywhere, Chicago’s Zoom Lunch (formerly known as the Downtown Lunch) is held every week, alternating between Tuesday and Thursday. Join us for conversation, laughs, and attempts to define words you’ll never use again. The Zoom id is 836 1178 6315 and the passcode is 190710; it is also included as part of your host Jon G.’s contact information if you prefer a link. Questions? Contact Jon via email or call/text him. You may also RSVP via Meetup. We’d love to have you join us!
    Virtual Event!!

9/Fri­day

  • Rock­ford-Area Dinner 6:30 PM. Join Dave and other Rockford-Area Mensans for dinner at Chavez Mexican Restaurante lo­cated at 5494 E. State St. in Rockford (on the north side of State Street just west of St. Anthony Hospital). To RSVP , for more information, or to get on our email list, contact Dave L., our Rockford-Area Coordinator. RSVP required in case of cancellation, time, or venue change. Do not RSVP via Meetup. This event usually recurs on the second Friday of the month.

  • Games & Conversation at the WWHfWM 7 PM. Let’s play some games! Mind Games attendees will have some new games to play (so bring them along) and, of course, our cabinets are full of games and card decks. (Euchre or DDCH anyone?) Please bring a snack to share and your beverage of choice. There are still some leftover Pretentious Drinking liqueurs in the garage refrigerator so we’ll finish those off. RSVPs are nice but not required. You may also RSVP via Meetup.

  • Poetry Dis­cus­sion 7 PM. Our poetry group is using Zoom for meetings. Please send a poem or two to Joe D. by Monday, May 5th. Interested persons who are not currently members of the poetry group can contact Joe D. , and he will email the poems to be discussed. Do NOT RSVP via Meetup. This event is usually held on the evening of the second Friday of the month.
    Virtual Event!!

11/Sun­day

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    Mother’s Day

13/Tues­day

14/Wednes­day

  • GOBS Request Deadline Noon. Today is the last day to submit a request for GOBS funds to be approved at this Saturday’s Business Meeting for any planned, eligible event, activity, or class taking place after Saturday, May 17th and through Saturday, June 21st or later; to be eligible, events involving CAM members must be published in the issue of ChiMe corresponding to the month in which they occur.

  • Mensa Testing 6 PM. The location is in the River North neighborhood of downtown Chicago. You must prereg­ister and prepay—very limited seating. Parking is very expensive; public transit is strongly recommended! Latecomers (you must arrive before 6 PM to be admitted) and anyone without a reserved spot will not be admitted. If you are or someone you know is interested in joining Mensa, see our Testing Information for contact details and additional dates/lo­ca­tions.
    Event Not in ChiMe!!

  • Sir Ernest Shackleton and the Heroic Age of Antarctic Exploration 6:45 PM. Geneva Public Library, 227 S. Seventh St. in Geneva. This event is open to the public. To attend, you must make a reservation with the library. See the library’s website for more information regarding its photography policy and about the program.

    Ernest Shackleton, an Antarctic explorer, is mostly well known for his Endurance Expedition, 1914-1916, when his bravery and leadership resulted in the survival and safe return of all 28 men from his ship, overcoming unimaginable odds. This expedition is considered the greatest survival story of all time. The program covers Shackleton’s biography, his four Antarctic expeditions, and interesting facts about other men on his expeditions. Slides will include actual period photos from these expeditions as well as Ken’s personal photos taken at these locations. For other information about the presentation, contact Ken L. or see Meetup, but do not use it to RSVP.

15/Thurs­day

16/Fri­day

  • Central Indiana Mensa OMG! held today through Sunday, May 18th, at the Versailles State Park at 1387 U.S. 50 East in Versailles, Indiana. An outdoor excursion to a group of cabins in the woods. Reasonably described as “camping-lite,” the Outdoor Mensa Gathering (or OMG!) is a trip to the great outdoors of Indiana, with a campfire, hiking, board games, card games, guided discussions, and other activities. You get food, lodging, scenery, and more. For additional details and registration rates, see their flyer, get the event info from AML, or visit the Mensa of Indiana website.

17/Satur­day

  • Conserv­atives Lunch 11:30 AM. Join other members of the Mensan cell of the Vast Right-Wing Conspiracy for lunch and civilized un-PC conversation. No forbidden questions, no unchallengeable answers. This lunch happens on the third Saturday every month. The venue will be The Patio, 2780 S. Highland Ave. in Lombard (NW corner of Butterfield and Highland, but you can enter only from Highland). RSVP by emailing Jim Z. the event coor­di­na­tor. You may also RSVP via Meetup. Open to non-Mensans; bring a curious friend.

  • Beverly Area Saturday Salon (B.A.S.S.) ~Noon. Spontaneous conversation in far SSW Chicago, approx­i­mate vicinity of 107th St. & Western Ave. Please contact Rick E. the Beverly Area Coordinator, for this month’s lo­ca­tion and the exact time as well as more information; if emailing, put “BASS” in the subject line. This event usually recurs midday on the 3rd Saturday of the month.

Our next Monthly Gathering occurs on June 21st.
at the
Rolling Mead­ows Com­mu­ni­ty Center
3705 Pheasant Drive, Rolling Meadows, IL 60008

  • Monthly Gath­ering
    It’s the 60th Anniversary of Chicago Area Mensa!! The location of our May Month­ly Gath­ering was the Rolling Mead­ows Com­mu­ni­ty Center
    3705 Pheasant Dr. in Rolling Meadows.

    Games and hos­pi­tal­ity are in the spacious auditorium, with overflow space in the lobby. The speaker event is in the Card Room. Park in the NW lot behind the building and use Entrance K (near inner corner). Please note that we have this venue only until midnight, so plan accordingly. This gathering is open to the public. So if you’re interested in learning more about Chicago Mensa, come join us. There is an admissions fee to help cover costs (major credit cards accepted). Members, RSVP via Meetup to let your friends know you’re going to be there.

    Test:
    5 PM.
    Business Meeting:
    5 PM.
    Game room opens:
    6 PM.
    Program:
    7:30 PM.
    Refreshments:
    8:30 PM - Midnight.

    The CAM Executive Committee has allocated GOBS funds to be used for the reimbursement of either or Uber ridesharing services from/to the Arlington Park METRA station. Details are on our Monthly Gathering page.
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    Volunteer
    Get involved! Hone your leadership, organizational, or web skills. We’re looking for vol­un­teers to fill some of the open po­sitions listed both near the back of ChiMe or on the List of Officers. Try your hand as a co-Program Officer, a website designer, web content creator, or a MG Hospitality Volunteer. You can view the job descriptions and the required qualifications for all the open positions and ones you may be interested in. Or consider supervising the children at the MG for some extra cash.
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    Express Yourself
    Write an ar­ticle, submit a photo, or create a puzzle for ChiMe; see our Submission Guidelines for contact information and deadlines. Host your own event or your own virtual event using Discord!

    Program Topic: Mind Games, The Science of Perception Deception

    presented by William Pack

    Our brain decides how we perceive everything around us. It finds patterns and solves problems efficiently, except for when it lies to us. In this engaging program, William Pack explores the real science of how our brains trick us into seeing and believing things that don’t exist. You’ll experience how optical illusions work, why people fall for scams, and how we make thousands of choices every day that are influenced subconsciously.

    William will also give the attendees proven, scientific, actionable techniques to preserve brain health. At the end, you may be left wondering if your brain has a mind of its own.

    About the presenter: Born and raised in Chicago, I am a magician, storyteller, and author. At 11 years old, I got my first job in a magic shop and have been performing ever since. I’ve won numerous awards for my magic and comedy performances. In 2001, I taught actor Will Smith sleight of hand for his portrayal of Muhammad Ali in the film, Ali.

    MG Earlier to Avoid Memorial Day Weekend!!

  • SEMM: Atheism…Living Without Religion: The Past, Present, and Future of Doubt 6 PM CDT. Come and explore the intellectual roots of atheism—from Epicurus to today—while addressing common misconceptions, highlighting key moments in American atheist history, and examining current trends and challenges. Chris McLaughlin’s talk will trace the intellectual and cultural roots of atheism from ancient Greece to the modern atheist movement in the U.S., while debunking myths and offering insight into who atheists are today.

    Chris McLaughlin, the State Director of the Secular Alliance of Michigan and President of Michigan Atheists, will lead us in our examination of atheism, secular identity, and the broader cultural and civic landscape of nonbelief in America. Chris is a lifelong atheist and activist who speaks regularly on atheism, secular identity, and the growing influence of nonreligious Americans in public life.

    See the full write-up and find contact info on the American Mensa Events website. All attendees must preregister by visiting the SEMM Monthly Gathering page and choosing "May 17, 2025 5:30 pm" from the dropdown. Due to rising Zoom costs, SEMM asks for a $5 donation, if you can afford it.
    Virtual Event!!

18/Sun­day

  • SFRM: Escaping the Nazis: The Untold Story of the Kindertransport From Someone Who Was on the Train 4:30 PM. In the months prior to the Holocaust, 10,000 children left their parents and escaped the Nazis on the Kindertransport, a series of train rides to safe havens in Europe where good Samaritans took them in. One of those kids was 7-year-old Manny Korman who, along with his brother, made it to England and eventually to the United States. Korman will share his experience during those years away from his family, and the long journey it took to be reunited with his parents. Korman will be joined on the panel by Jason Camis, the grandson of another Kindertransport survivor, in a conversation moderated by journalist Benyamin Cohen.

    Manfred Korman was born in Hamburg, Germany, in December 1931. He attended the Talmud Torah School for Kindergarten and in October 1938, was deported, with his family, to Poland. In August 1939, after being selected for the Kindertransport program, Korman left Poland and arrived in England just prior to the German declaration of war on Sept. 1, 1939. He left England on Sept. 1, 1939 and arrived in New York on Sept. 10, 1939. Korman attended the New York City school system, graduating from Thomas Jefferson High School in June 1945. After graduating from Queens College, he was drafted into the Army and served for nearly two years. His teaching career began in 1956, and he retired as a principal of a junior high school in 1995.

    For more details, visit the SFRM Zoom RSVPs FB Group or the SFRM List of Presentations. To register, visit San Francisco Regional Mensa (SFRM)’s registration signup for this event.
    Virtual Event!!

19/Mon­day

  • GOBS NNW Dinner in Morton Grove: Indian 6 PM. Join us at Tava,. a fine Indian restaurant. lo­cated at 7172 Dempster St. in Morton Grove (in a strip mall on the NE corner of Dempster & Harlem). This is a GOBS-subsidized event where ½ the total cost (including tax plus a 20% tip, rounded up to the nearest dollar) of a CAM member’s, and up to one guest’s, dinner will be covered for a maximum of fifteen people—for a maximum subsidy of 20/person; cash (no coins) or PayPal only for your portion. RSVP (and get more details) on Meetup, but if not on Meetup, email Ken L.. If you RSVP by email, your reservation is not confirmed until you receive a confirmation email.

  • Irish Mensa Lecture and Discussion: Carbon Offsetting—Does It Really Work? 1 PM. Irish Mensa meets virtually on the third Monday of each month at 7 PM Irish Time; a discussion then follows the lecture.

    Offsets, politely called carbon credit markets, are essential to many net-zero strategies, yet remain highly controversial. They seem an efficient solution for &ldquot;unavoidable” emissions—but who decides what is unavoidable? In a net zero world, can you compensate for your own emissions by paying someone else to reduce theirs? This lecture explores potential offsetting strategies we could take. It asks, even if we need one that is effective, would setting up an ineffective strategy be the best place to start?

    Professor Myles Allen took his first degree in Physics and Philosophy, followed by a doctorate in Atmospheric, Oceanic and Planetary Physics, both at the University of Oxford. He has worked at Oxford for most of his career, with early stints at MIT and the UN Environment Programme in Kenya, and is currently Director of the Oxford Net Zero initiative. He was awarded the Appleton Medal and Prize by the Institute of Physics in 2010, and in 2022 a CBE for services to climate change attribution, prediction and net zero. In 2023, he was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society.

    For the full write-up and to join, visit the American Mensa event. One does not have to register early for the event—simply click on this Zoom link about 15 to 30 minutes before the session starts to both register and join.
    Virtual Event!!

  • SFRM: Many Modes of Mind 4:30 PM. Science fiction often describes our meetings with other intelligent species many times a universal communicator or an assumption of a common language bypasses the need to explain communication. In the real world we will have to establish a way to communicate even if we have no commonality to serve as a basis.

    • What senses could be used to communicate, one of the five we have or something we can’t even imagine.
    • Coiled there be no form of communication because there is no need? A hive mind or a colony creature like a jellyfish, Perhaps what appears to be a discrete creature actually parts of one being with no more necessity to communicate than you do when you move a limb.

    Our panel consists of four current science fiction writers who will discuss multiple possibilities in the realm of communication with beings sharing our world and those that we may meet in our future explorations. Please register early. To register, visit San Francisco Regional Mensa (SFRM)’s registration signup for this event. For more details, visit the SFRM Zoom RSVPs group on Facebook.
    Virtual Event!!

20/Tues­day

  • Dinner Out West: Mexican 6:30 PM. Join us for Mexican at El Mero Mero, 34 W. Schaumburg Rd. in Schaumburg. I’ve heard good things about their margaritas. This is a GOBS-subsidized event. GOBS will cover ½ of your meal cost, including tax and tip (rounded up to the nearest dollar), up to a maximum subsidy of $15, for each CAM member and their guest. Cash, Zelle, or PayPal for your portion. Limit 20 people. Reservations are required so Beth knows how big of a table to reserve. RSVP via Meetup (strongly preferred) or directly to Beth W. no later than Sunday, May 18th.

Northern Exposure

  • Northern Ex­po­sure Dinner 6:45 PM. ZIP code fall within the Arctic Circle? Then you should have dinner with us. Join us at Stevens’, in Gurnee, a fantastic steakhouse with a varied menu. (The ribs, as well as the pot roast, are rumored to be epic.) . The address is 401 N. Riverside Dr. in Gurnee. Please RSVP on Meetup or via Janice’s email, jesser@chicago.us.mensa.org , so she can reserve a big enough table. Recurs on the third Tuesday of the month.
    Permanent Schedule Change!!

  • Irish Mensa Lecture and Discussion: The Maths of Board Games 1 PM. Irish Mensa meets virtually on the third Monday of each month at 7 PM Irish Time; a discussion then follows the lecture.

    Why are there chess Grandmasters, but not Grandmasters of noughts and crosses (otherwise known as tic-tac-toe)? It is because chess is “harder”—but what do we really mean by that? Answering that question leads us to develop the idea of mathematical complexity, which is a measure of how ‘big’ a game is. We’ll look at the complexity of popular games, and ask: what is the hardest game of all time?

    Professor Sarah Hart is the first woman Professor of Geometry at Gresham College, and was appointed in 2020. She is Professor Emerita of Mathematics at Birkbeck, University of London. She studied at Oxford and Manchester, gaining her PhD in 2000. Postdoctoral research and teaching followed, including a prestigious Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council Fellowship, before she was appointed to a lectureship at Birkbeck in 2004. She became Professor of Mathematics there in 2013, and served in various management roles including as Head of Mathematics and Statistics, Assistant Dean, and Programme Director for the MSc Mathematics.

    For the full write-up and to join, visit the American Mensa event. One does not have to register for the event—simply click on the Zoom link at the appropriate date and time.
    Virtual Event!!

22/Thurs­day

25/Sun­day

  • Inquiring Minds: Man vs Elephant 1 PM CDT. While author Kim Frank was travelling in the foothills of the Himalayas, she came across a dramatic story of ongoing intense conflict, sometimes deadly, between humans and elephants, who compete for resources. Up to 500 humans die each year in their efforts to save their crops.

    She was moved to write about this in her book: Elephants in the Hourglass: A Journey of Reckoning and Hope Along the Himalaya, which has just been published. Earlier this year Ms. Frank returned to Nepal to explore this issue further and will share with us fresh material and photos.

    See the full write-up and find contact info on the American Mensa Events website.
    Virtual Event!!

  • Theodore Talk: Sweet Home: The Storied History of Chicago Blues 2:30 PM. In this Theodore Talk you’ll journey through the rich history and evolution of blues music, tracing its origins from the deep Southern fields to the bustling streets of Chicago, where it found its modern-day home. You’ll explore the socio-cultural forces that shaped the blues, its migration during the Great Migration, and how Chicago became a beacon for blues innovation, producing legendary artists and iconic sounds.

    Jacob Schulz, blues musician and historian, will discuss the current challenges facing the blues, including its fading mainstream presence and efforts to preserve its legacy for future generations. This talk will not only highlight the deep historical roots of the blues but also showcase how it continues to resonate as a timeless and influential art form today.

    You might even learn about a few joints to visit while at the AG! To register for this Theodore Talk, visit the American Mensa Events website. See a list of all the Theodore talks on the American Mensa Events website. Even if you can’t attend the live talk, provided you register, you will receive a link to a recording of the event. Closed captioning enabled.
    Virtual Event!!

  • Mensa Cares: Land & Waterways 2 PM. This month, naturalist and educator Karen Jensen will lead us as we walk along the Des Plaines River in the Lake County Forest Preserve. We will be participants in an open data citizen science project. The Marine Debris Tracker app helps to answer the question of what the different types and amounts of debris are in order that we may prevent such debris from happening.

    Karen will instruct us in what and how we will do what we will do, but this will involve walking on the forest preserve trails. Wear comfortable shoes, clothing and your citizen scientist hat (the winner of the best hat gets big kudos from Karen!). Also, bring a well charged phone, water and snacks to carry along with you. You will download the Marine Debris Tracker App and Karen will assign us our group (Chicago Area Mensa) by which we will track what we find. Some participants may want to only record what is found and some may want to pick up debris—that is up to you (bring gloves, we will provide the debris bags).

    The location is Edward L. Ryerson Welcome Center, 21950 Riverwoods Rd. in Riverwoods. The entrance is on Riverwoods Road between Half Day Road (Route 22) and Deerfield Road, just west of Interstate 94. Signs to the Welcome Center will be easy to see and follow. For more details, see the May ChiMe. If you have any questions or you wish to RSVP , email our Community Services Coordinator Jean D. .

26/Mon­day

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    Memo­rial Day

27/Tues­day

  • Break­fast in Mount Pros­pect 10 AM. Breakfast or lunch and conversation at Jelly Café lo­cated at 1784 W. Golf Rd. in Mount Pros­pect (northwest corner of Golf Rd. and Busse Hwy.), featuring a large and diverse menu. Dining might be indoors or outdoors, depending on conditions. Sepa­rate checks are available. Use Meetup, but if not on Meetup, RSVP to Ken L. via email. If you RSVP by email, your reservation is not confirmed until you receive a confirmation email.

  • MEANS (North Suburbs) Dinner 6:30 PM. Join Mensans Eating Around North Suburbs (MEANS) at Hackney’s on Lake located at 1514 E. Lake Ave. in Glenview. Free parking. Separate checks available. Limit 12. Please RSVP via Meetup (preferred) or email Brent B. Recurs on the 4th Tuesday of the month.

28/Wednes­day

  • MWW: Nonfiction Book Discussion 4:30 PM CDT. Please join us in discussing The Evolution of Cooperation (revised edition), by Robert Axelrod. We generally discuss what we liked about the book or found challenging. We also discuss what we would like more or less of, what format we read the book in, and whether it was a recent read. Can’t make it this month? Future books will be: Advocate, by Eddie Ahn (June 25), Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of American Community (revised and updated), by Robert D. Putnam (July 23), The Backyard Bird Chronicles, by Amy Tan (August 27), and The Sirens’ Call: How Attention Became the World’s Most Endangered Resource, by Chris Hayes (September 24).

    See the full write-up and find contact info on the American Mensa Events website.
    Virtual Event!!

29/Thurs­day

  • 54th Chicago Annual Pride Parade Registration Deadline. The Parade will be held Sunday, June 29th, the last Sunday of the month. The CAM contingent is sponsored by the Rainbow SIG. The Rainbow SIG will be marching and riding on their float again this year in the Chicago Annual Pride parade. There will also be a GOBS-subsidized meal nearby after the parade. For all details, visit the Parade Info webpage or see the ar­ticles in the April ChiMe, May ChiMe, or June ChiMe.

31/Satur­day

  • Downtown Musicians Meetup 11 AM. We are a group of hobbyist/amateur musicians who enjoy playing music together. We have also done a few open mics around Chicagoland. Open to all acoustic instruments and voices. All experience levels welcome. Join us at the Harold Washington Library Center Music Practice Room - Chamber Room, located at 400 S. State St. in Chicago (south loop). The Chamber Room contains a baby grand piano, music stands, and chairs. The purpose of the Chamber Room is to be a rehearsal area for small acoustic or vocal music ensembles of 3 to 10 people. Located on the 8th floor of the library. No amplifiers or drums are allowed. Feel free to bring a song to share or join in on ones we have been learning. For more details and to RSVP , visit Meetup. or contact Brian G. directly. He will host this event every other Saturday.

  • Cleveland Area Mensa’s Some M-Chanted Evening: An Adults-Only Nerd Prom 5 PM held at Residence Inn Cleveland Avon at The Emerald Event Center, located at 33040 Just Imagine Dr. in Avon, OH . Ladies and gentlemen, get ready to relive the glamour and glitz of the Golden Age of Hollywood at our exclusive adults-only, Old-Hollywood themed prom! Join us for an unforgettable evening of elegance, where you can dine, dance, and play the night away in true Hollywood style. To register, visit their Facebook page. For all the details, visit the AML website.

October 30 – November 2, 2025

Only 151 more days! Join us for a fun, long weekend with hundreds of Mensans, their families, and friends at the Westin in Wheeling including a multi-track program plus games as well as beverages, snacks, and most meals. Register Now! (Rates increase after Monday, July 14th.) Book your room by October 9th to take advantage of our group discount.
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1 June/Sun­day

  • ChiMe Activ­ity Bulletin and Ad­vertising Dead­lines. Last day for these submissions to the July ChiMe. Interested in organizing and hosting a virtual or in-person event? There’s bound to be an activity or a restaurant you want to try, but you just want some other people to experience it with you. So invite your fellow Mensans. Find out how by visiting our guide to hosting events.

  • ChiMe Editorial Dead­line. Last day for editorial submissions to the July ChiMe. Please submit original ar­ticles, insights, puzzles, brain teasers, photographs, or short poems. Your fellow Chicago Area Mensa members would love to hear from you.

  • Cleveland Area Mensa’s After Prom at Cedar Point. What's a prom without an after party? Not attending the prom? No problem! We invite you to join us for a day at the Cedar Point Amusement Park to enjoy one of the best attractions that the greater Cleveland area has to offer. We’ll meet at the main gate and spend the day enjoying junk food, riding roller coasters, and nerding out together! All ages welcome. To register, visit their Facebook page. For all the details, visit the AML website.

  • Annual Gathering (AG): All Fired Up Online Registration! Register for the AG, held Wednesday, July 2nd through Sunday, July 6th in Chicago, Illinois, in the Hilton Chicago on south Michigan Avenue. Due to all the 4th of July and weekend festivities in the area, it may be best to book a room. The link to the hotel block will be provided in your registration confirmation email.

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