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FEBRUARY 28

 

 

MARCH 1

12:00p     Out to Lunch Bunch

2

5:30p       NTN Trivia

3

5:30pm    8 Ball Brigade

4

12:00p     Brunch Davidians

5

5:05p       Beerhunters

6:00p       AMC Meeting & Mini-RG

7:30p       Cheapskate Poker

6

All Day   AMC Meeting & Mini-RG

6:30p       Board Meeting

8:00p       Open House

7

All Day   AMC Meeting & Mini-RG

 

8

12:00p     Out to Lunch Bunch

10:00p     The Oracle Deadline

10:00p     Calendar Deadline

9

5:30p       NTN Trivia

10

12:35p     (almost) FREE LUNCH

11

12:00p     Brunch Davidians

12

5:01p       2nd Friday Happy Hour

6:00p       SoCoHaHo

13

12:00p     The Oracle
Proofing Party

3:45p       2nd Saturday Good Movies

14

10:30a      M-Atheists SIG Brunch

 

15

12:00p     Out to Lunch Bunch

16

5:30p       NTN Trivia

17

4:30p       Business Forum

5:30p       Midweek Madness

18

12:00p     Brunch Davidians

19

5:05p       3rd Friday at Hollingshead’s

20

11:00a      The Oracle
Mailing Party

8:00p       Philosophy of Mind

21

3:00p       Croquet, Crumpets & Tea

 

22

12:00p     Out to Lunch Bunch

23

5:30p       NTN Trivia

24

12:35p     (almost) FREE LUNCH

25

12:00p     Brunch Davidians

26

All Day   Sacramento RG

5:01p       4th Friday Happy Hour

27

All Day   Sacramento RG

9:00a        Opera SIG

6:00p       BS (Bee Support) Group

7:00p       Games Night

28

All Day   Sacramento RG

 

29

12:00p     Out to Lunch Bunch

30

5:30p       NTN Trivia

31

 

APRIL 1

12:00p     Brunch Davidians

2

5:05p       Beerhunters

7:30p       Cheapskate Poker

3

6:30p       Board Meeting

8:00p       Open House

 

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All events are open to all Mensa members, and to guests who accompany Mensa members. Events in public places (restaurants, pool halls, etc.) are also open to the public – and are especially open to prospective members.

 

RSVPs are not required, except as noted. Think "big party requiring lots of in-advance logistical planning".

 

Hosts/hostesses sometimes invite non-members – sometimes not even prospective members – to attend. Cool! New friends to make! They also sometimes have a dog/cat/other-allergy-source on site, and/or ask smokers to step outside (and downwind). See "Calendar Deadline" below (1st or 2nd Monday) for details. If this is a concern for you, then call ahead (or look for specifics in the announcement). If this isn't a concern for you, then just show up.

 

Regardless of your concerns (or lack thereof), it never hurts to check out www.orange.us.mensa.org/calendar.htm for the Online Calendar Adjunct. No password required!

 

To get an announcement of your event into the calendar – perhaps with some photos from last month's event – please see "Calendar Deadline" below (1st or 2nd Monday). See the same place for the privacy policy and other details.

 

Photos taken at last month's events will appear in the Online Calendar Adjunct in full size and in color. No, we won't run a photo of you if we think it makes you look fat. If you (and/or your guest) don't want even a skinny photo taken, please notify the host/hostess. If the host/hostess seems unconcerned about your concerns, please notify the Calendar Editor. He'll at least remove the photo(s) from the on-line editions, and also Will Have A Word with the host/hostess.

 

1st Monday, the 1st

 

12 PM                    Out to Lunch Bunch

We mull over profundities at Mulberry Street Ristorante. This atmospheric little Italian place usually will give us our own alcove.

Directions: 114 West Wilshire Ave., Fullerton. Just west of Harbor Blvd., between Commonwealth and Chapman. Look for the yellow "M" sign.

Contact: David, (714) 898-9099.

 

1st Tuesday, the 2nd

 

5:30 PM                 NTN Trivia

Join the showdown every Tuesday night at Danny K's.

Directions: TG 799-F2, 1096 N. Main St, Orange, just south of Katella; Danny K's, (714) 771-9707, www.dannyks.com

Contact: Tim Bentley, (714) 963-8484

 

1st Wednesday, the 3rd

 

5:30 PM                                                                                                                                 8 Ball Brigade

Meets at our longtime home, Danny K's. Drop by to shoot some pool (it's free), grab a bite, and enjoy a drink and some conversation. Look for the "OCM 8 Ball Brigade" sign.

Directions: See NTN Trivia on 1st Tuesday.

Contact: Sean, (949) 470-3608.

 

1st Thursday, the 4th

 

12 PM                                                                                                                                    Brunch Davidians

We visit Hokkaido Seafood Buffet. Lunch $10.99, Seniors 65+ 10% off.

Directions: 4200 Scott Dr., Newport Beach From S-bound 405 merge onto CA-73 S. toward CA 55. Exit at Irvine Ave/ Campus Dr.0.2 mi. Turn L at Bristol.0.2 mi. Turn left onto Campus Dr. 0.5 mi. Turn R onto Dove St. 0.2 mi. Restaurant on corner of Dove and Scott. Look for the Yellow "M" sign.

Contact: David, (714) 898-9099.

 

1st Friday, the 5th

 

5:05 PM                                                                                                                                 Beerhunters

 We are trying a new place tonight. It’s Valhalla Table in Costa Mesa. Mimicking almost exactly the popular Wurstküche in Los Angeles, this place sells homemade sausage (including vegetarian), Belgian fries and beer. Apparently the Vikings have invaded the Vegan homeland. Join us for some or all. Seating is at communal tables. Call if you need help spotting us.

Directions:  You’ll find Valhalla Table in The Camp shopping center on the west side of Bristol, just south of Baker St. Valhalla Table, 2981 Bristol Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92626-5915, (714) 549-2960

Contact: John Olsen, (714) 771-3095

 

6 PM                                                                                                                                       AMC Meeting, Cocktail Party and Mini-RG

Meet and mingle with the American Mensa Committee in San Diego. Cocktail party! Games!

Details: http://tinyurl.com/yl56nf7

 

7:30 PM                                                                                                                                 Cheapskate Poker

The game is "hold 'em" and the Bandaruks' home is the place to be for an evening of fun games and lots of socializing. Bring a snack or drink to share, or $3. At the home of Bill and Terry Bandaruk.

Contact: "Ante" Lynne Bianco, (714) 850-1880; Bill or Terry, (714) 641-1329, on game night.

 

1st Saturday, the 6th

 

All Day                   AMC Meeting, Cocktail Party and Mini-RG

See Friday the 5th.

 

6:30 PM                 Board Meeting

Help run this organization.

Directions: See "Open House", below.

Contact: President John Olsen, (714) 771-3095

 

8:00 PM                 Open House

We are back down in South County. We're always lucky when Sean and Nancy Meade open their doors to us. Join us in Lake Forest for an evening of stimulating conversation, delicious snacks and pleasant potables. $6.00 all. As always, if this is your first Open House you get in free.

Contact: Sean/Nancy, (949) 470-3608. ;or President John Olsen, (714) 771-3095.

 

1st Sunday, the 7th

 

All Day                   AMC Meeting, Cocktail Party and Mini-RG

See Friday the 5th.

 

2nd Monday, the 8th

 

12 PM                    Out to Lunch Bunch

We go for those fabulous baby back ribs at Tony Roma's.

Directions: 1300 S Harbor, Fullerton. From 91 fwy, N on Harbor about ¼ mile. SE corner of Harbor and Orangethorpe. Look for the yellow "M" sign.

Contact: David, (714) 898-9099.

 

10 PM                    Oracle Deadline

Send entries to the Editor! Photos welcome!

Contact: Edee Craig, oracle@ocmensa.org, (714) 778-5411.

 

10 PM                    Deadline for the Calendar!

Submit entries to the Calendar Editor. See suggested format at www.tomstreeter.com/calendar.htm.

Contact: Tom Streeter, mail@tomstreeter.com, (949) 488-3707.

 

2nd Tuesday, the 9th

 

5:30 PM                                                                                                                                 NTN Trivia

See entry under 1st Tuesday.

 

2nd Wednesday, the 10th

 

12:35 PM                                                                                                                               (almost) FREE LUNCH

This week we are going back to Orange County based Jerry’s Wood-Fired Dogs. They have a big assortment of grilled over wood fire sausages and even a veggie offering and salads. The build it as you want it menu with a ton of choices is a nice plus.

Directions: 2276 E. 17th St, Santa Ana, CA

Contact: John Olsen, (714) 771-3095

 

2nd Thursday, the 11th

 

12 PM                                                                                                                                    Brunch Davidians

We rendezvous at Nick's Ristorante & Pizzeria. Really good mini-pizzas with 2 toppings for $6; Soups, salads $5-6; pasta $7-10.

Directions: Harbor Center, 2300 Harbor Blvd., Suite K-1, Costa Mesa. Look for the Yellow "M" sign.

Contact: David, (714) 898-9099.

 

5:30 – 6:30 PM                                                                                                                       First Odd Thursday (F.O.T.)

Help us kick off this new happy hour that takes place right on our front deck. Come by for a drink, a little conversation, maybe an appetizer. You can show up a little early if you want but we shut it down promptly at 6:30 so we can have dinner. No charge.

Contact: John Olsen, (714) 771-3095

 

2nd Friday, the 12th

 

5:01 PM                                                                                                                                 2nd Friday Happy Hour

The Lazy Dog Café, Stadium Promenade, 1623 West Katella Avenue, Orange. We'll be on the patio.

Directions: From the 57 Fwy, exit at Katella, go ½ mile east to Main St. and make a U-turn. Restaurant is on the north side of Katella in the Century 25 complex.

Contact: Art Mattson, (714) 974-0847.

 

6 PM       SoCoHaHo

Our Happy Hour this month is in a quiet, cozy restaurant in Rancho Santa Margarita.

Where: Canyon Fireside Grille, 22312 El Paseo, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688, phone: (949) 888-8893, http://www.canyonfiresidegrille.com/

Directions: Exit Santa Margarita Parkway from the 241 toll road, or exit I-5 at Alicia Parkway and go north. Turn right onto Santa Margarita Parkway (east). Go approximately 3/4 mile and make a right onto El Paseo. Go through 2 stop signs into El Paseo Center. The restaurant will be on your left before you get to the next light.

Contact:  Paul McGinnis cell phone: (951) 675-9272 or  PaulMcG@aol.com

 

2nd Saturday, the 13th

 

12 PM                    The Oracle Proofing Party

Edee Craig, (714) 778-5411, oracle@ocmensa.org

 

3:45 PM                 2nd Saturday Good Movies

This event is for those who are tired of mainstream schlock. Join us at the Edwards University 6, which shows the widest range of current world-class films (i.e., "art films") in this region. We'll decide on the movie (or movies) when we meet in front of the theater. Jim will be holding a copy of The Oracle. After the viewing, we get a bite to eat and share

impressions.

Directions: TG 889-J2. Edwards University 6, 4245 Campus, Irvine. From the 405 Fwy, exit at Culver and go south to Campus. Turn right. Go a few blocks until you reach Stanford. Turn right. First left takes you into parking lot, then right. Look for the Edwards University 6 theater on your left.

Contact: Jim, (760) 244-5535; David Lubman, (714) 898-9099.

 

8:00 PM                 Philosophy of Mind

"The Philosophy of Mind: Brains, Consciousness, and Thinking Machines" is a highly rated series of college-level video lectures from the Teaching Company's Great Courses. The course covers Dualism (body and mind are separate), Behaviorism and Functionalism (behavior and interactions with the world are clues to the mind's inner workings), Idealism (only the mental realm exists), and "Antitheories" (subjective mental experiences are fundamentally inexplicable) -- as well as perception, our conceptions of ourselves, artificial intelligence, and the mystery of consciousness. See: http://tinyurl.com/yj33z55. We'll meet to watch and discuss these lectures on the second Saturday of each month at the home of Betsy Walli in Lake Forest. Please bring a snack to share and a drink. (Two cats, but you won't see them.)

Contact: Sally Rosoff at (949) 588-5857, or Betsy Walli at (949) 201-7147 or (949) 768-5288.

 

2nd Sunday, the 14th

10:30 AM M-Atheists SIG Brunch

 

If you think that reason should be the basis for understanding the universe and solving human problems, meet with like-minded individuals in a friendly, supportive atmosphere. We're at the Newport Beach Tee Room, on the Newport Beach Golf Course, featuring a sumptuous all-you-can-eat buffet for only $10, which includes beverage and tax.

Directions: At Irvine & Bristol on The Newport Beach Golf Course. Take the 55 Fwy south to the 73 Fwy south, and exit at Campus/Irvine. Turn right, follow curve for about 1/4-mile, look for entrance to Golf Course on left. Ample free parking. 3100 Irvine Ave, Newport Beach, (949) 756-0121. www.tinyurl.com/bxlvmv

Contact: Norman, (310) 408-8653, or Linda K., (714) 321-7709; www.groups.yahoo.com/group/M-Atheists/

 

3rd Monday, the 15th

 

12 PM                                                                                                                                    Out to Lunch Bunch

We meet at the Red Lobster.

Directions: 250 Brea Mall Way, Brea. Adjacent to State College Blvd. at the eastern edge of the Brea Mall. Across from what used to be Robinsons-May (OC TM 739 C1). From the northbound 57 fwy, exit at Imperial. Go west(L) and turn north (R) on State College. Turn left into Brea Mall at 2nd light. Look for the yellow "M" sign.

Contact: David, (714) 898-9099.

 

3rd Tuesday, the 16th

 

5:30 PM                                                                                                                                 NTN Trivia

See entry under 1st Tuesday.

 

3rd Wednesday, the 17th

 

4:30 PM                                                                                                                                 Business/Technology Networking Forum

The OC Mensa Business and Technology Networking Forum provides a venue for those who are interested in networking with other like minded Mensans employed or interested in working in the growing High Tech sector of the Orange County business community. Meeting every 3rd Wednesday of the month at 4:30pm, we discuss emerging trends, job opportunities and local business issues.

Directions: 15615 Alton Parkway, Suite 400, Irvine (but contact Tom, below, for possible new venue)

Contact: Tom Fedro, (949) 677-4072

 

5:30 PM                                                                                                                                 Midweek Madness

Come imbibe, eat, socialize and relax. Select drinks and appetizers at HAPPY HOUR HALF-PRICE! At the Black Angus in Santa Ana.

Directions: TG 830-A1. 1350 N. Tustin Av, Santa Ana. From the 55, exit at 17th St, go west to 1st light (Tustin), turn left (south).

Contact: Valerie, (714) 832-0159; or Sean, (949) 470-3608.

 

 

3rd Thursday, the 18th

 

12 PM                Brunch Davidians

We mass at Mimi's in Costa Mesa.

Directions: 1835 Newport Blvd., at intersection with Harbor. (OC TM 888 J4). Look for the Yellow "M" sign.

Contact:  David, (714) 898-9099.

 

3rd Friday, the 19th

 

5:05 PM                 3rd Friday at Hollingshead's

Beer, beer, beer, a little wine, sandwiches, chips, sweets, chat – that about sums it up. Join us for some Friday Night wind down. We are most often at the high round table in the corner, but sometimes things don’t work out that way. If you can’t spot us then call.

Directions: 368 S Main St. Orange. Behind Duke's Hamburgers, North of the 22 Fwy, south of Chapman. Look for Deli sign in the corner of small shopping center.

Contact: John Olsen, (714) 771-3095

 

3rd Saturday, the 20th

 

11 AM                    The Oracle Mailing Party

OCM members only. Help label, bundle, and otherwise get next month's issue of The Oracle out the door. Food always available! At the home of Bill and Terry Bandaruk, co-hosts.

Directions: See Cheapskate Poker on 1st Friday.

Contact: Bill or Terry, (714) 641-1329; or Editor Edee Craig (714) 778-5411, oracle@ocmensa.org

 

3rd Sunday, the 21st

 

3 - 6 PM                 Croquet, Crumpets, and Tea

Enjoy a round of croquet at the San Clemente home of Tom Streeter. All mallets, wickets, and balls will be provided. At 4 pm, crumpets and tea are served -- a late-afternoon, low-calorie, no-alcohol chat. No door charge; no RSVP; arrive when you like.

Contact: Tom, (949) 488-3707, www.tomstreeter.com/crumpets.htm

 

4th Monday, the 22nd

 

12 PM                    Out to Lunch Bunch

We check out China Buffet. Includes Mongolian Bar-B-Q and dim sum for only $6.79.

Directions: 104 W. Orangethorpe, Fullerton. From 91 fwy, N on Harbor about ¼ mile. SW corner of Harbor and Orangethorpe. Look for the yellow "M" sign.

Contact: David (714) 898-9099.

 

4th Tuesday, the 23rd

 

5:30 PM                                                                                                                                 NTN Trivia

See entry under 1st Tuesday.

 

4th Wednesday, the 24th

12:35 PM                                                                                                                                (almost) FREE LUNCH

 

We are going to try Pepe's Finest Mexican Food which is on the Fullerton/Placentia border. This is a popular spot for us. They serve a nice assortment of Mexican favorites – I especially like their chile colorado and chile verde.

Directions: 821 N Placentia Ave, Fullerton, CA 92831; (714) 528-9291

Contact: John Olsen, (714) 771-3095

 

4th Thursday, the 25th

 

12 PM                                                                                                                                    Brunch Davidians

We meet at Orchid Persian Cuisine. Good lunch buffet for $9.99 plus drink.

Directions: At 3033 S. Bristol St., Costa Mesa. South of 405, just north of Baker in shopping center on west side of Bristol. Look for the Yellow "M" sign.

Contact: David (714) 898 9099.

 

4th Friday, the 26th

 

All Day                                                                                                                                   Sacramento RG

See www.sacramento.us.mensa.org/rg.php

 

5:30 PM                                                                                                                                 4th Friday Happy Hour

Tasty Mexican munchies. Meets in the California Grill restaurant inside the Crown Plaza Resort Hotel.

Directions: 12021 Harbor Blvd (SW corner of Harbor and Chapman), Garden Grove (TG 798-J4).

Contact: Marti Reis, (714) 750-4333.

 

4th Saturday, the 27th

 

All Day                                                                                                                                   Sacramento RG

See www.sacramento.us.mensa.org/rg.php

 

9:00 AM                                                                                                                                 Opera SIG

We meet at the Irvine Spectrum to watch the Met's matinee in high definition splendor, followed by a late lunch. This month: Hamlet (Ambroise Thomas). Details: http://tomstreeter.com/opera-sig.htm

 

7: 30 PM                                                                                                                                OC Mensa Ballot Counting...

(And excuse for a party.) Witness as your Election Committee tallies the thousands of ballots for OCM 2010 Board positions. We’ll closely scrutinize chads (pregnant or otherwise) and multiple selections for positions! Join us for a toast to the victors, to be followed by partying (i.e., cards and games, snacking, lobbying the new Board members, and the usual recreational activities). Guests are welcome, but only OCM members may participate in the counting. If you’re fussy, please BYOB (that’s beverage, not ballot).

Directions: At PK's home in Orange.

Contact: PK (714) 553-5300, Betsy (949) 201-7147, or Barry Ader, (949) 595-0460.

 

7:45 PM                 Games Night

Starts counting the points (Scrabble, Taboo, Pictionary, Cancellation Hearts, Charades, Dictionary, Quiddler, or a game you bring) after the ballot counting at PK’s. See ballot counting above for address and directions. Please bring a beverage or snack to share.

Contact: PK (714) 553-5300, or  Betsy (949) 201-7147.

 

4th Sunday, the 28th

 

All Day                   Sacramento RG

See www.sacramento.us.mensa.org/rg.php

 

5th Monday, the 29th

 

12 PM                    Out to Lunch Bunch

We munch at Mimi's in Anaheim. We usually get a big table on the patio.

Directions: 1240 N Euclid, 1 block S of 91 fwy. Look for the yellow "M" sign.

Contact: David (714) 898-9099.

 

5th Tuesday, the 30th

 

5:30 PM                 NTN Trivia

See entry under 1st Tuesday.

 

               Future Flashes!

 

April 16th - 18th, 2010

 

Mensa Mind Games®

Imagine a weekend where all you have to do is play games with 300 of your closest friends. Now imagine that weekend in sunny San Diego! Play the newest games, make new friends, and take the opportunity to tell the game companies what you really think. Details: http://tinyurl.com/yf9qezr

 

May 28th - 31st

 

San Diego Mensa RG

Yesterday's Dreams, Today's Reality at the San Diego uRGe! San Diego Hilton Mission Valley. Early Bird Rates end April 17th!

Details: http://tinyurl.com/yl3d2cq