Program Details 2025*

Title

Auto Care 101: What’s That Warning Light About?

Description

You don't have to be an ASE Master Technician to understand many of the basics about these machines we use to get around in on a daily basis. What's that “check engine” light about? What's all this fuss over “synthetic”oil? Len will answer these and many other questions about our 4-wheeled wonders. Bring your questions and your sense of humor, but leave your torque wrenches at home. Let's talk basic auto care in a language we can all understand.

Presenter’s Name

Len Hiznay

Presenter’s Bio

My career history includes automotive technician, auto repair shop owner and auto parts store manager. As a lifelong “gearhead” and auto enthusiast, together with my son, we have owned and repaired go karts, motorcycles and too many cars and trucks to count. To me, a day spent in the garage is like a vacation. As an award winning member of Toastmasters International, I am thrilled to be returning to your Mensa convention.

*Note: This program was offered last year and may or may not be offered again this year.

Deadlines

  • Registration - Discounts for advanced registration are available through Friday, October 16th. (Note: Full payment is required by the appropriate deadline to qualify for the discount for which you registered.)
  • Vote - Select the charity that you believe deserves the money we collect from the book sale! Poll closes Thursday, August 6th.
  • Lodging - The hotel is offering a WeeM rate of $132 through Thursday, October 8th, subject to availability. If the hotel block is full, please contact our WeeM Chair  who will try to expand the block.
  • Speaker/Meet & Greet/Tournament Submissions - The deadline to submit your proposal for a program, Meet & Greet, or tournament is Saturday, September 19th.

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HalloweeM @Westin North Shore Hotel
[p]Chicago Area Mensa’s Regional Gathering (RG) HalloweeM is being held at the Westin North Shore Hotel. This is a large (about 500 attendees), fun, family-friendly event. Drinks, snacks, and most meals are included. There are games, tournaments, dances, and a multi-track program as well as the infamous Costume Contest on Friday and both Pretentious Drinking and the Epicurean Experience on Saturday. [/p][p]We encourage you to register and book your room in advance to qualify for any discounts, but you may register on-site. [p]Please sign-up on the website to volunteer in in late September or during October.[/p][p]Bring books and media to donate to our book sale—all proceeds are donated to a charity.[/p][p]See our HalloweeM website ([url]https://chicago.us.mensa.org/weem/index.php[/url]) for the most up-to-date details.[/p]
2026-10-29
16:00
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13:00
601 N Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling, IL 60090

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