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Science Logic and Faith
Science Logic and Faith
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. Bel Air Church, 16221 Mulholland Drive, L.A., room DC 102. For more info contact Perry Lanaro at ScienceLogicFaith@gmail.com. (MCity/SFV)
GLAAM Trivia Team
GLAAM Trivia Team
Come join fellow Mensans for an evening of trivia and fun! Sundays at 4PM at Project Barley Square 1109 Van Ness in Torrance. Info: Sue Barr 310-381-9761
South Bay Salon
South Bay Salon
Let's go back to Rui Ji in Lomita for some spicy Sichuan cuisine. Rui Ji is located at 1949 Pacific Coast Highway, or the same year that the communists took over China. To RSVP, contact Kedem Har-Shalom at kedem524@yahoo.com or at (805) 330-1731.
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Zoom Book Discussion
Zoom Book Discussion
This month we will be discussing a book about some aspects of psychology. Here’s the Zoom link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84162727501?pwd=IgB1W0F8XnKpEbgmpLTEZ64aQutJHr.1 (Z)
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Thursday at Sizzler’s
Thursday at Sizzler’s
Join us at the Sizzler’s 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)
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Investments Group
Investments Group
The meeting will be held at the home of Fran Shankle. Please e-mail Fran at franshankle@aol.com for address and further information.
Board of Directors Zoom
Board of Directors Zoom
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)
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Science Logic and Faith
Science Logic and Faith
Noah’s Ark is one of the most extreme stories in the Bible. Is it an allegory or a real event? We will look at different interpretations of the story and the plausibility of it being a real event. We will then ask if there is any evidence that this event happened. It turns out there are a couple things in science that offer subtle support for the account - nothing close to compelling, but interesting. 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 […]
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CPK (Dinner with your LocSec)
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)
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Palmdale Dinner.
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. Please let me know if you will attend. Please phone, text or email. 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 – I don’t answer phone calls for this number. james@charltonweeks.com
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San Pedro Get Together
San Pedro Get Together
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)
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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. 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)
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Santa Monica Dinner Night
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 is helpful for a […]
Zoom Book Discussion
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)
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Contemporary Issues Discussion
Contemporary Issues Discussion
Dinner starts at 5:30 and the discussion is between 6:45 and 7:00 PM. We meet at 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 street at Galpin Ford. The subject for this meeting is “Visiting and Preserving our Natural Resources”. Seating is limited so please RSVP to janabickel@earthlink.net . (SFV)
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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)
Folksong & Potluck
Folksong & Potluck
♫Oh, Danny Boy, the Folksong SIG is calling! 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 turns leading a song or passing. Solos and sing-alongs are welcome. All […]
Internat’l Dining
Internat’l Dining
Since China has multiple ethnicities living within its border and who are native to China, let's do a double dose of that country. Let's do Uyghur food. Let's go to Dolan's in Alhambra for some fine lamb and noodle dishes. Dolan's is located at 742 West Valley Boulevard between Atlantic and Garfield. To RSVP, contact Kedem Har-Shalom at kedem524@yahoo.com or at (805) 330-1731. (ELAC)
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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)
Greystone Mansion
Greystone Mansion
Magic Strings concert 905 Loma Vista Beverly Hills. $25 per person for California residents. Founded 1995 Magic Strings has a reputation as dynamic and accomplished, performing on Eastern European traditional instruments, including the domra balalaika, and bayan--includes music from Ukraine, Brazil and Eastern Europe as well as classical and original competitions. RSVP to Yvonne Carrick: ycarrick@azgmail.gonzaga.edu.
South Bay Salon
South Bay Salon
I love going there both with this group and with the people working at a certain Manhattan Beach store. I love getting their corn masa ravioli in a queso sauce at this unique Southwest/ Mexican fusion restaurant. Let's go to Coyote Cantina at 531 North Pacific Coast Highway in Redondo Beach. To RSVP, contact Kedem Har-Shalom at kedem524@yahoo.com or at (805) 330-1731. (COASTAL)
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Writer’s Group
Writer’s Group
Hosted by Stan West in Ladera Heights (near Culver City), this is one of the oldest continuous monthly group meetings. Stan is a gourmet cook and will put out a spread such that no one will be disappointed they came! Look for ground turkey sliders this time. He can accommodate up to 7 people. Five of those lucky people will be randomly chosen to read their stuff to the rest of the group for some constructive criticism. Those not chosen will get accolades from their fellow authors for helping the others chase that dream, and some great food! Vegetarian options will […]
Zoom Book Discussion
Zoom Book Discussion
This month we will be discussing “Books Made Into Movies”. Here’s the Zoom link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84162727501?pwd=IgB1W0F8XnKpEbgmpLTEZ64aQutJHr.1 (Z)
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Thursday at Sizzler’s
Thursday at Sizzler’s
Join us at the Sizzler’s 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)
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Lunch and Dead Sea Scrolls
Lunch and Dead Sea Scrolls
Join us at the Junkyard Café in Simi Valley at 11 AM, then on to the Dead Sea Scrolls special exhibit at the Reagan Library. The Junkyard Café is at 2585 Cochran in Simi Valley and its phone number is 805-520-5865. Please visit the Reagan Library website to purchase tickets. General admission is 29.95 and senior admission is 26.95. Tickets may be purchased in advance or on the same day. RSVP to Alan Stillson – astillson13@gmail.com or cell phone 747-288-8345. (SFV)
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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)