Make sure to sign in to access event information. If you are not a MENSA member yet, sign up here
Calendar of Events
S Sun
M Mon
T Tue
W Wed
T Thu
F Fri
S Sat
1 event,
Science Logic and Faith
Science Logic and Faith
March 9-30 will either be a 4-week deep-dive into evolutionary theory, or further topics in cosmology. The meetings are open to those of all beliefs and perspectives, not limited to Mensa, and are promoted in several ways so you will meet a diverse audience. We meet at Bel Air Church, 16221 Mulholland Drive, L.A., room DC 102. For more info contact Perry Lanaro at ScienceLogicFaith@gmail.com. (M-City/SFV)
0 events,
0 events,
0 events,
1 event,
Palmdale Dinner (HiD)
Palmdale Dinner (HiD)
Palmdale Dinner. Applebee’s Grill + Bar, across from the Palmdale Mall at 39720 10th St. West, Palmdale, CA 93551 We will meet at 6pm provided someone tells me that they want to come. In the three decades that I have been a member of Mensa, the total amount of knowledge has increased tenfold. So much good stuff to discuss. I hunger for that more than the meal. Please let me know if you will attend. Please phone, text or email. Best The Dinner Dude. (661) 265-0969 Weekdays work number (if I am busy, speak with Maricela or Liz) (661) 714-8309 cell number, text only […]
0 events,
2 events,
Investments (SFV)
Investments (SFV)
Investments and the Economy in-person. The meeting will be held at the home of Fran Shankle. Please e-mail Fran at franshankle@aol.com for address and further information. (SFV)
Board Meeting (Z)
Board Meeting (Z)
Board of Directors Meeting All Mensa members and their invited guests are welcome to observe GLAAM’s elected representatives at work. Join us at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82951927589. Contact any board member for help getting connected or for more information. (Z)
0 events,
1 event,
98@CPK (COASTAL)
98@CPK (COASTAL)
98@CPK (Dinner with your LocSec) Come to the beautiful California Pizza Kitchen, 210 Wilshire Blvd., Santa Monica, CA 90401. Dine on fine pizza, salads, and entrees. We meet around 6:30 and dine at 7. Please do not be significantly late. Look for me in a suit with long gray hair. We can discuss world events, GLAAM, politics, UFOs, fashion and whatever other odd topics that come up. There is street parking and also parking at the various city lots. An RSVP would be appreciated to 310-505-8515 or email to smosescpa@aol.com. (COASTAL)
1 event,
Book Discussion (Z)
Book Discussion (Z)
Zoom Book Discussion Bring a book of your choice to discuss. Here’s the Zoom link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84162727501?pwd=IgB1W0F8XnKpEbgmpLTEZ64aQutJHr.1. The meeting ID is 841 6272 7501; the Passcode: Book (Z)
0 events,
1 event,
Contemporary Issues Discussion (SFV)
Contemporary Issues Discussion (SFV)
Contemporary Issues Discussion Dinner starts at 5:30 and the discussion between 6:45 and 7:00 PM. We meet at the Galpin Ford’s Horseless Carriage restaurant, located at 15505 Roscoe Blvd in Van Nuys, in the back room. Park in the restaurant parking lot or across the side street at Galpin Ford. The subject for this meeting is “The Ocean”. Seating is limited so please RSVP to janabickel@earthlink.net (SFV)
0 events,
1 event,
For the Heck of It! San Pedro (COASTAL)
For the Heck of It! San Pedro (COASTAL)
For the Heck of It! San Pedro Come on out to San Pedro and meet fellow Mensans for no particular reason at all! Meet some new people, have a serious discussion, or knock back a few beers – whatever strikes your fancy! Paul Kloss, Dinesh Padiyar, and Stan West will be hosting at the San Pedro Brewing Co., 331 W. 6th St., 90731. Contact Stan at 310–339-8095 if you have questions. (COASTAL)
0 events,
0 events,
1 event,
Santa Monica Dinner Night (COASTAL)
Santa Monica Dinner Night (COASTAL)
Santa Monica Dinner Night Let’s meet for dinner with no agenda except to get to know one another. Meet at El Cholo, 1025 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, corner of 11th and Wilshire. We will meet in the lounge at 6:30 and at 7:00-ish move into the dining room or patio for dinner. I will wear a hat so you can more easily find us. Valet parking off 11th street or there is a good chance to find street parking on Wilshire. Please arrive by 7:00 so there will be a place at the table. An RSVP by texting Perry at 310-922-3422 […]
0 events,
0 events,
0 events,
1 event,
USC Spring Concert (M-City)
USC Spring Concert (M-City)
Apr 19th (3rd Saturday) – USC Spring Concert – 4 PM On Saturday, April 19, 2025, GLAAM member Yvonne Carrick will be singing in the University of Southern California University Chorus Spring Concert. The concert will be at 4:00 pm at Newman Recital Hall. Newman Recital Hall is located on the University of Southern California campus; the address is 3616 Trousdale Parkway, Los Angeles, CA 90089. The concert is free to attend. To RSVP, please contact Yvonne Carrick at ycarrick@zagmail.gonzaga.edu. It is important to RSVP because you will need permission to enter the campus. (M-City)
1 event,
FOLKSONG SIG AND POTLUCK (SFV)
FOLKSONG SIG AND POTLUCK (SFV)
Apr 20th (3rd Sunday) – FOLKSONG SIG AND POTLUCK – 1:00 PM– 5:00 PM The Folksong SIG is calling again! Hosted by Alan Stillson. 5515 Keokuk Ave. Woodland Hills, CA 91367. It’s near the 101 Freeway and Winnetka. We have some printed songbooks available. There is a full-size keyboard in the living room. Meetings are limited to fifteen people. It’s free. Please bring a potluck item to share. Soft drinks and light snacks are provided. Please contact Alan Stillson at astillson13@gmail.com or 818-884-4284 for details and to reserve a spot. At the Folksong SIG, we form a song circle and take […]
0 events,
2 events,
Writers Group (SFV)
Writers Group (SFV)
Apr 22nd (4th Tuesday) 6-9 PM Writers Group Hosted by Alan Stillson in Woodland Hills. Meetings are limited to five people, including the host. We will meet at 6PM for dinner at Zankou Chicken Restaurant at 19598 Ventura Blvd. Tarzana, CA 91356, then go to Alan Stillson’s house for the readings and critiques around 7 PM. All genres welcome. Please contact Alan Stillson at astillson13@gmail.com or 818-884-4284 for address and details. (SFV)
Book Discussion (Z)
Book Discussion (Z)
Apr 22nd (4th Tuesday) - Zoom Book Discussion 7:00 – 8:30 PM This month we will be discussing “The Middle Ages”. Here’s the Zoom link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84162727501?pwd=IgB1W0F8XnKpEbgmpLTEZ64aQutJHr.1 (Z)
1 event,
The Cat and the Fiddle (M-City)
The Cat and the Fiddle (M-City)
Apr 23rd (4th Wednesday) – 5:30 PM: The Cat and the Fiddle Celebrate hump day with some wonderful members of GLAAM at a British Pub in the heart of Hollywood. The Cat and the Fiddle is located at 742 N. Highland, near Melrose. There is nearby parking. RSVP – Alan Stillson – astillson13@gmail.com – cell phone is 747-288-8345. (M-City)
1 event,
Dinner at Sizzler (SFV)
Dinner at Sizzler (SFV)
Apr 24 (4th Thursday) – Dinner at Sizzler - 5:30-8:00 PM Join us at the Sizzler in Van Nuys located at 7131 Van Nuys Blvd, just south of Sherman Way. There’s plenty of good food, good conversation and convenient parking in the back. We meet just behind the salad bar in front of the windows facing Van Nuys Blvd. Please RSVP to janabickel@earthlink.net so that we have enough room for everyone at our table. (SFV)
0 events,
1 event,
Hana Grill (SFV)
Hana Grill (SFV)
Apr 26th (4th Saturday) – noon - Hana Grill in the Sherman Oaks Galleria Enjoy some great Asian food at the Hana Grill in the Sherman Oaks Galleria, of Valley Girl fame. It’s at 15301 Ventura Blvd. in the food court. Check out the website for details. There is a huge indoor parking lot. RSVP – Alan Stillson – astillson13@gmail.com – cell phone is 747-288-8345. (SFV)
1 event,
International Diners’ Club/ South Bay Sunday Salon (COASTAL)
International Diners’ Club/ South Bay Sunday Salon (COASTAL)
Apr 27th (4th Sunday) - 6 PM - International Diners' Club/ South Bay Sunday Salon. Let's combine my dinners this month since the International Diners' Club dinner I want to do this month is in the South Bay. Continuing with the largest countries by population in descending order, we are now on to number three, which is our very own. And what is more American than barbecue? Let's do the Wood Ranch in Manhattan Beach for some amazing steaks, chicken, cornbread, and salads. The Manhattan Beach location of this chain is at 1550 Rosecrans Avenue as the shopping center with the […]