A Message from Cal Tong, President, Ring 216

Magi's,

I want to thank everyone for attending last nights event, "Celebrating the Magical Life of Mysterious Stan, Jr."

I was touched by the large number of Stan's family members who attended "The Tribute."  Similarly, I believe Stan's loved ones were also touched by our dedicated night to Mysterious Stan Jr.

This was the first IBM Ring 216 Broken Wand ceremony and I was honored to play a part in this important service.  It is my hope that our organization continues this tradition with the compassion that it deserves.

A big thank you to broken wand manufacturer Craig Ousterling and all of you who helped set up, tear down, and bring food/drinks (you know who you are).

A special thanks to our nine OUTSTANDING entertainers for the magical performances: Doug Eakin, John Jones, Ken King, Alan Leeds, Byron Walker, Fred Rasmussen, Patrick Reed, Scott Emo, and Will Chandler.    I took over 100 pictures last night and will be posting the highlights soon.

Niki came on stage (as the representative for Mysterious Stan's family) to accept our small gift, "a framed picture of the flyer for the event with Ring216 member signatures." Niki spoke of Stan from the perspective of their family and thanked us for the tribute and celebration. Out of the entire evening, it was Niki's speech that touched me the most.

Thank you again.

Cal Tong
President
IBM Ring 216
San Jose, CA

Upcoming Meeting: April 10, 2013

Please join IBM Ring 216’s Tribute & Celebration For the Magical the Life Of “Mysterious Stan” (Stan Jacobson) on Wednesday, April 10, 2013, 7:30 PM

Evening includes:
- Broken Wand Ceremony
- Refreshments
- Open Performances dedicated to Mysterious Stan — any kind of magic, including performances with escapes, suspense, drama and danger (just the way Stan would like it!)

March 13: Professional Lecture by Doug Brewer

Professional Lecture by Doug Brewer
When: March 13, 2013
Time: 7:30PM
Cost: $15 for paid club members/ $25 for non-members
Where: 558 North 4rth St., San Jose, CA, 95112
Contact: Cal Tong, President IBM Ring 216, (president@ring216.org)

Doug Brewer's performs with a fantastic blend of comedy and magic! Doug has won many awards and accolades in the magic arena, including winning the 1996 Pacific Coast Association of Magicians Close-up Championships, as well as the Society of American Magicians National Close-up Championships in 1998 in New Orleans. He's also a regular performer at Hollywood's World Famous Magic Castle. Doug promises a lecture night of laughs and amazement . . . and no cheesy tricks.

Doug performs regularly at the Red Spade Theater and at the O'Bistro Cafe in San Diego. His well known publications include books such as the Unexpected Visitor, High Impact Card Magic, and Coinbox Killers. His DVD releases on card, coin, and money magic include Half and Half Vol 1 and 2, Red Light, The Unexpected Visitor Vol 1 and 2, and the Bill Vanish Perfected.


Next meeting: Open Performance Night

On Wednesday, Feb. 13, we'll have an Open Performance Night. Feedback will be provided to performers upon request. Sign up with your President (Cal) via email.

Paid up Club members will enjoy complimentary Wine, Cheese and Crackers, Vegi's, and Spirits.  We welcome all donations.

Recap of January 9 Meeting

The first meeting of the year was fantastic, and it was the first non-Magic Trick Lecture our club has hosted in quite some time. Andrew Goldenhersh performed a magnificent routine at the end of the lecture, and it was the best threaded needle routine many of us have ever seen.

Our Feb13th meeting next month will be an open performance night with sessioning. More to come.

Our March 13th meeting will be a very cool lecture by Doug Brewer. More information to come!