Local Activities
Some may find it surprising, but Mensa is a very social organization. Each local group has a number of social events, and Western New York Mensa is no exception. There are a wide variety of activities to choose from, not just intellectual or "highbrow" activities. Each issue of our newsletter, the Mensana, includes a calendar of upcoming events.
Here are some of our regular events (usually held once a month):
Games Night(Saturdays)
Meet at a member's home to play games, eat snacks, and just chat. There have even been times where everyone was enjoying the conversation so much that they never got around to playing games. People attending the games night are asked to bring a snack as well as any favorite games that they would like to play, which can include board games, card games, or just about anything else.
First Friday Art Film(First Friday of each month)
On the first Friday of each month, a group of Mensans meet to see an art film and then go out to eat afterwards.
Ice Cream Social(Saturdays)
Meet fellow Mensans for ice cream. Past locations have included Anderson's and Antoinette's. In the summer months, this event is often combined with a walk at a nearby park or bike path, and/or dinner at a restaurant.
(Saturdays)
This is either a potluck dinner at a member's home, or a dinner meeting at an area restaurant.
DVD Night(Fridays)
Get together at a member's home to view a movie.
Coffee Shop Meeting(Saturdays)
Join fellow Mensans for drinks and/or dessert at a local coffee shop such as Spot Coffee, Caffe Aroma, or Starbucks.
Billiards Night(Saturdays during winter)
Meet at a member's home to play a few games of pool and enjoy some snacks.
We also have some annual events:
October Games Night(Saturday in mid/late October)
Our October games night is just like any other games night, but with a Halloween theme. Feel free to come dressed in a costume, or bring a treat with a spooky theme.
(Saturday or Sunday, mid-December)
Enjoy dinner at a banquet hall and participate in a gift swap.
(December 25th)
For those who don't want to celebrate Christmas the traditional way, or who don't normally celebrate it at all. Join fellow Mensans for Chinese food and a movie.
Pancake Brunch and Games Afternoon(Saturday in April or May)
This is an all-day event at a member's home, which includes a potluck brunch, game playing, socializing, and pizza for dinner.
Fireworks Viewing(Saturday in July)
On the Saturday closest to the 4th of July, view a fireworks display at Clarence Town Park.
Bowling(Labor Day weekend)
Join fellow Mensans for a few games of bowling at Airport Lanes.
But we aren't limited to the events you see listed here. Other events that we have held include lunch meetings, antiquing, and a viewing of Shakespeare in the Park. Keep in mind that all the events you see on the calendar were put there by individual members - so as a member, if there's an activity you'd like to see on the calendar, feel free to suggest it.