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EMSC 2026 - European Mensa Science Camp

International Meeting

Registration is now open for European Mensa Science Camp 2026 (July 19–26 in Milow, Germany)! Designed for curious youth ages 12–19, this international camp blends science, technology, hands-on projects, and fun — bringing together Mensa friends from around the world for a week of learning, teamwork, and adventure.

Starts
 July 19, 2026
 1:00 AM Europe/Amsterdam (GMT+01:00)

Ends
 July 26, 2026
 1:00 AM Europe/Amsterdam (GMT+01:00)

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Irish Mensa Lecture & Discussion: The Ground We Stand On

Virtual meeting

No group assigned

This discussion explores The Ground We Stand On, a fascinating look at the land beneath our feet — from rocks and soil to the forces shaping Earth over both short and vast timescales. After the lecture by physicist and science communicator Helen Czerski, attendees will discuss how we think about land, resources, and the future of the planet itself.

Starts
 July 20, 2026
 1:00 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

Ends
 July 20, 2026
 2:30 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

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Theodore Talk: Born Smart or Built Smart? The Truth About Intelligence and Effort

Virtual meeting

What matters more — natural ability or how you use it? In this talk, Alexander Puutio, Adjunct Professor at Columbia University and author of AI for MBAs, explores how intelligence is built through curiosity, resilience, and deliberate practice. He’ll challenge static views of IQ and offer practical insights on how individuals and organizations can make intelligence truly count.

Starts
 July 26, 2026
 2:30 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

Ends
 July 26, 2026
 3:30 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

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New Zealand Seminar: Understanding Online Harm and False Information

Virtual meeting

No group assigned

Communications expert Nicole Skews-Poole explores the rise of coordinated online harm, misinformation, and the growing crisis of information integrity. This timely talk unpacks the tactics driving today’s digital chaos, the challenges facing institutions and society, and why solving the problem is far more complicated than it seems.

Starts
 August 1, 2026
 7:00 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

Ends
 August 1, 2026
 8:00 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

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Toronto Mensa Inquiring Minds: Tool, Not Teammate: Staying Intelligent in the Age of Collaborative AI

Webinar

No group assigned

Can humans and AI outperform either working alone? Dr. Emma Schleiger examines the science of collaborative intelligence and shares practical strategies for using AI wisely — without surrendering your judgment.

Starts
 August 9, 2026
 7:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

Ends
 August 9, 2026
 8:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

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PANDEMIC! Shark Week(end)

Regional Gathering

Metropolitan Washington Mensa

Welcome to Shark Week(end)! This year, we're plunging into a sea of discovery, curiosity, and camaraderie. Forget staying on the surface -- Metropolitan Washington Mensa's 2026 Regional Gathering invites you to explore the depths of knowledge, creativity, and laughter!

Starts
 August 14, 2026
 3:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

Ends
 August 16, 2026
 1:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

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Irish Mensa Lecture & Discussion: Constable's "The Cornfield": A Bicentenary Harvesting

Virtual meeting

No group assigned

This month’s discussion explores the 200th anniversary of Constable’s The Cornfield and its lasting influence as an icon of the English countryside. After the lecture, attendees will dive into conversations about art, national identity, landscape, and how the painting resonates in today’s era of environmental concern.

Starts
 August 17, 2026
 1:00 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

Ends
 August 17, 2026
 2:30 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

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Non-fiction Book Discussion - Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner

Intellectual Stimulation

Mensa of Western Washington

Starts
 August 19, 2026
 6:30 PM America/Los Angeles (GMT-08:00)

Ends
 August 19, 2026
 7:30 PM America/Los Angeles (GMT-08:00)

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M-Entrepreneurship Monthly Virtual Meeting

Virtual meeting

Got a business idea — or already building your empire? Join M-Entrepreneurship for monthly Zoom meetups featuring networking, guest speakers, and smart conversations with fellow Mensans navigating the world of startups, side hustles, and big ideas.

Starts
 August 20, 2026
 8:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

Ends
 August 20, 2026
 9:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

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FoRGe North 2026

Regional Gathering

North Dakota Mensa

Join North Dakota Mensa for FoRGe North 2026!

Starts
 August 21, 2026
 11:00 AM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

Ends
 August 23, 2026
 3:00 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

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All-members Cook Out

Local Group Meeting

New Hampshire Mensa

Starts
 August 21, 2026
 12:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

Ends
 August 21, 2026
 5:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

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Theodore Talk: Wild Boar to Baconfest: Pigs in History and Culture

Virtual meeting

Pigs have shaped human diets and culture for over 12,000 years, from medieval Europe to modern barbecue. Food historian Cynthia Clampitt explores their culinary, cultural, and historical impact — from blood sausage to bacon — highlighting both their delights and challenges.

Starts
 August 23, 2026
 2:30 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

Ends
 August 23, 2026
 3:30 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

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New Zealand Saturday Seminar: Universities 2050

Virtual meeting

No group assigned

Universities are changing. Explore the trends shaping their future in this collaborative, Delphi-inspired seminar that puts participants at the center of the conversation.

Starts
 August 29, 2026
 7:00 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

Ends
 August 29, 2026
 8:00 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

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RechaRGe 2026

Local Group Meeting

Mensa of Northeastern New York

Starts
 September 4, 2026
 3:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

Ends
 September 7, 2026
 11:00 AM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

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WPAM 2026 RG

Regional Gathering

Western Pennsylvania Mensa

Join us in Pittsburgh, PA for a lively weekend of ideas and play! Enjoy engaging speakers, discover new board games, compete in tournaments, and put your trivia skills to the test — all while connecting with fellow Mensans.

Starts
 September 11, 2026
 3:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

Ends
 September 13, 2026
 12:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

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Non-fiction Book Discussion - 1929: Inside the Greatest Crash in Wall Street History by Andrew Ross Sorkin

Intellectual Stimulation

Mensa of Western Washington

Starts
 September 16, 2026
 6:30 PM America/Los Angeles (GMT-08:00)

Ends
 September 16, 2026
 7:30 PM America/Los Angeles (GMT-08:00)

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M-Entrepreneurship Monthly Virtual Meeting

Virtual meeting

Starts
 September 17, 2026
 8:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

Ends
 September 17, 2026
 9:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

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Peachtreat 2026 RG

Local Group Meeting

Mensa In Georgia

Celebrate 250 years of the United States with a weekend of clever conversation, games, speakers, food, and festivities at this year’s Peachtreat RG. Expect hospitality, camaraderie, and even a special appearance by Betsy Ross herself — because no great American celebration is complete without a little history and a lot of fun.

Starts
 September 18, 2026
 4:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

Ends
 September 20, 2026
 12:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

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American Mensa Committee Meeting

Committee Meeting

A meeting of the American Mensa Committee will be held at the National Office in Hurst, TX, on Saturday, Sept. 26, starting at 10 a.m., Central time.

Starts
 September 26, 2026
 10:00 AM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

Ends
 September 26, 2026
 5:00 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

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Theodore Talk: How to Communicate with Someone Who Disagrees with You

Virtual meeting

Disagreement doesn’t have to mean deadlock. In this engaging talk, Mensan Jenny Grant Rankin, PhD, reveals what’s really happening in the brain when people resist ideas — and how to communicate in ways that lower defenses and open minds. Blending research, storytelling, and practical strategies, she shows how to persuade even the most skeptical audiences and create more productive, respectful conversations.

Starts
 September 27, 2026
 2:30 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

Ends
 September 27, 2026
 3:30 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

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M-Entrepreneurship Monthly Virtual Meeting

Virtual meeting

Starts
 October 15, 2026
 8:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

Ends
 October 15, 2026
 9:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

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Non-fiction Book Discussion - The Seven Sins of Memory: How the Mind Forgets and Remembers by Daniel L. Schacter

Intellectual Stimulation

Mensa of Western Washington

Starts
 October 21, 2026
 6:30 PM America/Los Angeles (GMT-08:00)

Ends
 October 21, 2026
 7:30 PM America/Los Angeles (GMT-08:00)

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Theodore Talk: Saving the World with Cheap, Generic Toys

Virtual meeting

Brian McCarty’s War Toys® project adds “humanitarian heroes” to classic toy soldiers, transforming play from conflict-focused to more thoughtful, peaceful scenarios — proving small design changes can shape generations.

Starts
 October 25, 2026
 2:30 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

Ends
 October 25, 2026
 3:30 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

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M-Entrepreneurship Monthly Virtual Meeting

Virtual meeting

Starts
 November 19, 2026
 8:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

Ends
 November 19, 2026
 9:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

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SCUBA SIG Dives Cozumel

Local Group Meeting

Join the SCUBA SIG for a Cozumel tradition more than 20 years in the making. Enjoy relaxed drift dives, vibrant marine life, and plenty of fun with fellow Mensans — while non-divers and non-Mensans are always welcome to come along for the adventure.

Starts
 December 2, 2026
 1:00 AM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

Ends
 December 9, 2026
 1:00 AM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

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DAMNations 35: Merry Misfits

Regional Gathering

Dayton Area Mensa

Starts
 December 4, 2026
 3:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

Ends
 December 6, 2026
 12:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

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American Mensa Committee Meeting

Committee Meeting

A meeting of the American Mensa Committee will be held virtually on Saturday, Dec. 5, starting at 10 a.m., Central time.

Starts
 December 5, 2026
 10:00 AM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

Ends
 December 5, 2026
 5:00 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

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M-Entrepreneurship Monthly Virtual Meeting

Virtual meeting

Starts
 December 17, 2026
 8:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

Ends
 December 17, 2026
 9:00 PM US/Eastern (GMT-05:00)

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A Gathering of Gamers

Multi-Day Meeting

Chicago Area Mensa

Starts
 January 15, 2027
 3:00 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

Ends
 January 17, 2027
 3:00 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

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Greater Los Angeles Mensa Regional Gathering

Regional Gathering

Greater Los Angeles Area Mensa

Starts
 February 19, 2027
 4:00 PM America/Los Angeles (GMT-08:00)

Ends
 February 21, 2027
 5:00 PM America/Los Angeles (GMT-08:00)

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Greater Los Angeles Area Mensa Regional Gathering

Regional Gathering

Greater Los Angeles Area Mensa

Starts
 February 19, 2027
 3:00 PM America/Los Angeles (GMT-08:00)

Ends
 February 21, 2027
 4:00 PM America/Los Angeles (GMT-08:00)

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American Mensa Committee Meeting

Committee Meeting

A meeting of the American Mensa Committee will be held virtually on Saturday, March 20, starting at 10 a.m., Central time.

Starts
 March 20, 2027
 10:00 AM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

Ends
 March 20, 2027
 5:00 PM US/Central (GMT-06:00)

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