Editor’s note: This edition of News & Notes, updated from years ago, came from the ‘archives’ and will be posted here as a Holiday Edition as we enter and work through the final months of 2026. Of course, I jump at the opportunity to continue editing articles for the official website of Mid-America Mensa. Happy holidays!
The somewhat amazing year of 2026 is quickly coming to an end. Can we all take a moment or two to reflect upon what has almost become the past? After all, it is good to reflect upon past events to discover what they are worth and what we might be able to take with us into the new year ahead. If this web editor has learned anything about Mid-America Mensa in 2026, it is this:
MAM is something to let everyone talk over and enjoy. It addresses new developments original, recent, and those having operational longevity (maybe even those which divide us) – these issues are not unlike those that each of us may struggle with individually. Let’s try to enjoy what we have learned so far in 2026 and how we can work intelligently together!
It is the start of a new season, packed with parties to bring friends and family together. This year we may not be able to travel or gather in person as we would have, but that doesn’t mean we can’t reconnect and have some fun! So, please join us for Mid-America Mensa’s annual Thanksgiving Dinner & Auction on Saturday, November 21st, 2026, at 2:00 pm. (Check out your November Mension for details.) Come spend an afternoon with your Mensa family and friends, old and new, and share what makes the holidays special for you. We’ll share a few laughs, learn something new along the way, and get to know each other a little better.
Believe it or not, it is already time to start thinking about who will serve on the 2027-2028 MAM Board. The Nominating Committee is responsible for submitting a slate of officers during the Nominating Meeting to be held no later than January 15th. There is also an option to make nominations from the floor, but some stipulations apply, so it is important for you to review those requirements in the MAM Bylaws. If there is only one nominee for each position, the Election Committee will announce the entire slate of nominees to be elected ‘by acclamation’. If there is more than one nominee for any position, the Election Committee is responsible for conducting a democratic election in accordance with our group bylaws.
Finally, to make Mid-America Mensa a more welcoming place for all, we are developing new programs to encourage more young people to consider joining Mensa. If you have any questions on this webinar, any MAM Board member like 2nd Member-at-Large Scott Genter wants to hear what you have to say. Don’t be a turkey this holiday season: Join Mensa!
