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More WG program updates
As with any large occasion, schedule changes and additions will happen up to and even during the event. The World Gathering, Aug. 8-13, is no different; always check the Programs page for the most current information.
Programs
Games
Kids Trek
Outside of the WG
Programs
He’s baaaack! Richard Lederer could not stay away, and we are so happy that he will join us in August. He will be giving two lectures: "Confessions of a Word Lover" and "Conan the Grammarian." A late addition to our schedule is Jean Auel, author of the Earth's Children series, the first novel of which was "Clan of the Cave Bear." We hope Ms. Auel will speak at 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 9. On Sunday morning, listen to Eliot Kleinberg clue you in to the quirkiness of the Sunshine State in his discussion of "Weird Florida" (have a cheese sandwich with a holy image? We do!). Also check out "When Elvis Meets the Dalai Lama" with Murray Silver at 3 p.m. on Thursday.
Games
What would a Mensa gathering be without games? Here’s a brief rundown, day by day:
Wednesday: Mensa Mystery Game, Rummikub, Fictionary, Hand & Foot.
Thursday: Bridge, Chinese Checkers, Treasure Hunt, Scrabble, Pictionary.
Friday: Treasure Hunt 2, Logic Puzzles, Boggle,Yahtzee, Texas Hold ‘Em.
Saturday: Trivial Pursuit, Treasure Hunt 3, Palabra, Monopoly, Multiple Deck Cancellation Hearts.
Sunday: Mensa Murder Mystery solution (the murderer is brought to justice or at least chastised, and the smartest detective(s) are revealed).
The Games Room will be open all hours, so whether you’d like to join a group and play a board game, compete in a tournament, or just solve a jigsaw puzzle on your own, there’s something especially for you.
Kids Trek
Young Christian Burns is presenting two hands-on activities for children: a simulated fossil dig with a discussion on paleontology and a dissection of owl pellets during his presentation on The Birds of Mensa.
For adults, Christian reveals his extensive knowledge of The Birds of Disney (Animal Kingdom).
Outside of the WG
Orlando presents an incredible array of attractions within a short drive from Walt Disney World. For more information on the venues described below and hundreds of other sights, visit the Orlando Travel and Visitors Bureau.
Jump right into the action of your favorite movies at the Universal Orlando Resort, the number-one movie- and TV- based theme park in the world. Soar through time and space on Back to the Future the Ride®. Help save the future of mankind in the action-packed Terminator 2: 3-D™.
SeaWorld Orlando is the world’s premier marine adventure park with 200 acres of world-class shows, thrilling rides and unforgettable animal encounters. Millions of visitors have explored the mysteries of the sea with up-close animal interactions and exhilarating experiences. State-of-the-art rides such as “Kraken” and “Journey to Atlantis” twist, turn, and drench guests with unprecedented thrills, while amazing animal encounters include killer whales, dolphins, sea lions, sharks and more.
It all began with a dream in a cypress wetland more than 70 years ago and grew into a landmark of grace and beauty recognized around the world. Today, Cypress Gardens still stands as a vision of natural beauty — 35 acres of breathtaking displays of exotic and native vegetation still guarded by a 70-year-old Banyan tree, planted by the original landscapers. But the gardens are more than trees and flowers; they also include a theme park, a zoo and a venue for concerts and shows.
The World Gathering 2006 committee and Orlando, Fla., invite you to experience a magical Mensa event in a city brimming with sights and sounds to appeal to most everyone. See you there!
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