April is usually a month when we can maybe see what may be just about to happen. April showers bring May flowers, right? This month can be exciting in other ways too if you think about it, and if you are willing and able to look for the beauty coming out all around....
Events
Climbing SIG News
In order to make our Climbing SIG (Special Interest Group) more accessible to MAM members who may be wanting a ‘higher’ Mensan experience, a one-hour open climbing session is being offered on the 4th Sunday of any month whenever we are climbing at Apex (Overland...
News & Notes
Did you know that Spring derives from what leaves do (which is spring from their buds) during this next wonderful season? It is also when we can look forward to resetting all of our clocks and watches ahead by one hour. Spring may still be somewhat hidden but it is...
News & Notes
CultureQuest, Mensa's annual trivia contest, is in the very early stages of forming teams according to the February 2019 Mension. Up to two teams will be funded by the Board of Mid-America Mensa. So, if you are interested in testing your trivial mettle against other...
MAM’s Annual Thanksgiving Dinner!
Thanksgiving dinner can help a person stay connected with humanity -- and it can answer some enduring questions as we all acquire a better grasp on the human condition. This holiday celebration could be an effort to keep the genuine and creative spirit of Mensa alive...
Hunting for the Haunted
So, as to not cast any shadows on the whole concept and theory of occult studies, let me begin by introducing you to a psychic investigator and a former member of Mensa, Maurice Schwalm. Maurice Schwalm passed away on January 3, 2001 at the age of 72 years. Yet, he...
New Member Party – September 9th, 2018
With warm enthusiasm, about 25 new members & others attended this year's second New Member Party at Red Robin in Overland Park, KS. New members, you made the 'new' grade for Mensa membership -- and we shared a few great moments with you and each other....
Is this New Member Party on your calendar?
Are you a new Mid-America Mensa member, or are you someone not so new to MAM and you just like a great party? If so, then please join us for a New Member Party! Who: New Mid-America Mensa members and a guest, and other (well, not so new) MAM members. When: Sunday,...
Flashback: Nine members volunteer at Ronald McDonald House
For several years now, a group of Mid-America Mensa members has gathered to prepare and serve dinner for visitors at Ronald McDonald House near Children's Mercy Hospital in Kansas City. On Sunday, March 18th 2018, about 30 guests and our crew of volunteers - including...
MAM is going to the Martin City Melodrama!
If you've never been, or have never even heard of Martin City Melodrama, you're missing out on one of Kansas City's hidden treasures. Over the last 33 years, Martin City Melodrama & Vaudeville Co. has brought the Kansas City area a unique theatrical style of...

