Programs
Heidi Macneal has worked hard to make this year's programming unbeatable. Program offerings are listed below, in the order of the speaker's last name. You can also click here for a pdf version of the RG schedule grid (most recent update on 12-3-09). Note: changes to the schedule may occur. Please check the date on your copy to be sure it is the latest one.
Program Lineup
Hypnosis 101 will explain the many different uses of hypnosis, what hypnosis is, how it works, & why it will work for you. It also includes a short demonstration of hypnosis! Join Margaret Arthur RN, CHt for this interesting discussion.
Saturday at 2 pm.
Learn how effective accupressure based Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) can be, what EFT is used for, and how to do the procedure. If you ever have any stress, tension, anxiety, sadness, anger, cravings, or negative thoughts in general, Margaret Arthur RN, CHt will introduce you to a simple, easy way to alleviate those negative emotions.
Saturday at 3:30 pm.
Watch movies? No way! Own movies, yes indeed! Over 500 DVDs for sale, each and every one different, at only $2 each. Proceeds go to the Cincinnati Area Mensa Scholarship Fund, which has been the recipient of CAM RG proceeds for many years now. Sponsored by the Rainflowers Chapter of Hells Ms and organized by Greg Crawford.
Friday at 11 pm.
FREE STUFF: The name says it all. The items will be varied, unusual, useful and/or interesting - and they are all FREE! Sponsored by the Rainflowers Chapter of Hells Ms; organized by Greg Crawford. Saturday at 10 am.
Steven Ellis is a Roman Archaeologist based in the Department of Classics at the University of Cincinnati. His main research interests focus on the role that non-elites played in the shaping of ancient cities as well as the excavation of complex urban sites. In Italy, Steven directs the Pompeii Archaeological Research Project: Porta Stabia. He will discuss new excavations at Roman Pompeii, including the discovery of a 'lost' Pompeian neighborhood.
Saturday at 7 pm.
Please join Tiffany Everett and the other Cincinnati crafters for a Needle Arts Meet and Greet. Bring your needlework projects (knit, crochet, embroidery, quilt or other) to show off or ask for help. Share your favorite resources such as books, patterns, web sites and stores. No formal program, but instead an opportunity to learn from each other and to exchange stories of successes and failures.
Saturday at 4 pm.
Like wine and want to learn more? Bring a bottle of one of the "Big 7" varietals (cabernet sauvignon, merlot, pinot noir, syrah, reisling, sauvignon blanc, or chardonnay) to participate in a structured wine tasting. We'll share them and Niki Foor will lead the discussion of what we're tasting. Niki is a Dayton Mensan and a member of a local wine tasting group, the Motley Cru, and has hosted wine tastings and taught wine classes at various wine shops and Mensa gatherings.
Saturday at 8 pm.
GenXers - and anyone who wants to get to know us - stop by for introductions, talk, and the usual mayhem. Bring your drinks and snacks, join us and hang out.
Friday at 10 pm.
Our modern law traces its roots back to Magna Carta in 1215, which provided the first attempt by Western Civilization to make laws consistent and fair. That was a long time ago, and many changes have occurred. In this past year, we had the first Supreme Court decision as to the meaning of the Second Amendment right to bear arms. Across the country, there is emerging law about same sex marriage. Federal funds have been distributed, and often come with a requirement to change the terms of contracts already entered into between people. Is that fair? These and other current legal issues will be discussed. Nothing in this talk can be considered to be legal advice, but merely the observations and options of Jerome J. Ghigliotti, Jr., Esq.
Saturday at 6 pm.
SCA member Keith Howard will talk about Gotland Viking customs, dress, and daily life. Gotland is a small, often overlooked, island in the Baltic Sea, but it was one of the largest and richest trading centers during the Viking age of 700AD to 1100AD. We will discuss a brief history of the island, with focus on its significance to the Vikings and its archeological finds. We will also look into the legends associated with the island. From the Vikings to the Templars, Gotland is shrouded in mystery and intrigue.
Saturday at 8 pm.
Ever wondered what your pet wants to tell you? Animal communication involves communication between human and animal, or between animal and animal, and utilizes telepathy in addition to traditional methods of communication. Learn how humans can "listen" to animals and enrich their lives together from Cindy Huff and Terri Noftsger. Cindy Huff is a certified Healing Touch for Animals® (HTACP) practitioner with 9 years experience as an animal communicator and works extensively with dog and horse rescue. Terri Noftsger, RN, BSN has a certificate in Holistic Nursing and is an experienced energy worker including Healing Touch and Healing Touch for Animals®. Terri has 9 years experience as an animal communicator, working with a broad range of animals and humans.
Saturday at 2:30 pm.
It's personal and it's a war. Dr. John J. Hutton, M.D. will discuss vaccines and how they work to prevent disease, and how and why microbes evolve. Understand the impact of microbial evolution on efficacy of vaccines along with the impact of microbial evolution on efficacy of antibiotics and antivirals.
Saturday at 4:30 pm.
It's hot, it's in and it's your chance to learn how to do it on the floor.....dancing that is. Swing into summer, waltz through the heat, tango into someones heart. Dance! It's not just for watching it's for doing. This class will be led by the official dancemaster of Mensa, Don Jacobs. He's been packing them in for six years running. Now's your chance to find out why.
Saturday at 7:30 pm.
Charles Darwin wrote his ground breaking book "The Expression Of The Emotions In Man And Animals" in 1872. Paul Ekman is a modern day descendant of Darwin and has written many books on the subject, including "Unmasking The Face." Join John Klug for a discussion of how evolution has played it's part in how we reveal [and hide] our emotions, why we tell lies, why dogs"point", why cats dislike getting their paws wet, and how to tell when someone is telling the truth or telling a lie. BECOME A HUMAN LIE DETECTOR ! Improve your recognition of the facial clues to emotion, increase your ability to detect "facial deceit," and develop a keener awareness of the way your own face reflects your emotions.
Saturday at 1 pm.
Stephanie Link will host the Prospective Member event. This will be an informational wine and cheese reception in which prospective members will get a taste for the best of what Mensa has to offer, step by step instructions on how to join, and the chance to ask questions. One lucky attendee will win a free Mensa admissions test for the Saturday morning testing session at the RG!
Friday at 7 pm.
Betsy Mark wants to meet you (for the first time or again!) and will answer your questions about her adventures as Region 3 RVC on the AMC. Bring your dinner, sit, eat, chat and enjoy!
Saturday at 7 pm.
Twitter is a microblogging platform that has – this year – exploded in popularity. Do you need to be a part of it? Eric Marschall will discuss Hows and Whys, create an account live, and talk about the symbols and etiquette of the Twitter world. We will also touch on some of the differences between using Twitter for fun and leveraging it for a business as well as what Twitter tools are out there. If you want to know what Twitter is or just want to know “how to do it right,” you can’t miss this talk. Feel free to bring laptops and smartphones that have Twitter capabilities, but please make sure you have obtained the wifi connectivity login from the front desk. Friday at 9 pm.
If your website was a storefront, would anyone walk through the front door? This is no longer 1992. Having a web page put up that your cousin did “‘cause he took this one class once” doesn’t cut it. Today you need to have a polished web presence, a usable and intuitive site, and it needs to be able to be found by those who are looking for it. In this session, Eric Marschall will go through some examples of good and bad websites, best practices and main tenets of what makes a website usable, and the most up-to-date information on what you can do to your website to make it more visible and relevant to the search engines. Eric is a Mensan and owner of EJM Designs Limited, a web design and internet marketing company located in Cincinnati.
Saturday at 3 pm.
'Cincinnati History as Told by the Ghosts' is an hour long presentation starting in present day and going back through time to reveal the history and ghosts of many famous Cincinnati locations. This presentation mentions such landmarks as Music Hall, The Union Terminal and the Cincinnati Subway as well as other local paranormal hotspots. Each ghost story has a fascinating legend that accompanies it and brothers Michael and Jeff Morris will explore the history and truth behind these legends.
Saturday at 1:30 pm.
This is a program that deals with understanding peoples' leadership styles and emotional intelligence, and how we can apply it to everyday life: Lead From the Heart. Speaker Gary Mull is the current President of the Professional Speaker's Guild, CEO for Mastering Technology, Inc., a leading technology consulting and training firm, and Managing Partner of the Optibility Performance Group leadership and communication consulting organization.
Saturday at 5 pm.
Many amusing animals and one very knowledgeable human. Val Nastold from the Cincinnati Zoo will bring several animals to share with us as he educates us about them. This is a Cincinnati RG favorite!
Saturday at 10:30 am.
The Why & How of Photographing Mannequins in 14 States & 4 Countries - a unique look at these forms that stand at the crossroads of art & commerce. Join local author Jim Rauth as he shares his photographic collection entitled 'Mannequin'. "Time affects mannequins, as it does us --- they sometimes get cracked and broken. While flawless mannequins are beautiful, worn ones are compelling. In a way they represent us, challenged, but still going strong."
Saturday at 5 pm.
Long popular with performing artists and athletes, the Alexander Technique is an effective method that anyone can learn to cultivate natural poise, optimal performance and equanimity. The Technique is a study of the "Use of Ourselves" which refers to how our posture, movement and thinking affect how we function in our activities. Claire Rechnitzer, certified Alexander Technique teacher, has personally benefited from the technique and will share her knowledge with us.
Friday at 6:30 pm.
Armed with just 6 dice, a notepad and a pen, learn to play a fun game called Zilch that all members of your family will enjoy - from your first grader up to grandpa. Roll to earn points, but don't zilch out, or you'll lose them all. Katrina Riley will teach you what is sure to become a family favorite.
Saturday at 1 pm.
Kick up your heels and pull out your medieval garb - the Royal Ball is on! Al Schneider will play your favorites as we dance through the night. Be sure to join us for the crowning of the new King and Queen at 9:30 (ballots can be found in Registration all day and at the dance until 9:15). Who is you favorite royalty?
Saturday at 9 pm.
Dr. Debbi Silverman will discuss HOT TOPICS in contemporary health care. From vaccines and vaccine safety (think swine flu and seasonal flu vaccines) to the vital importance of vitamin D3 to treat infections and lower the risk of many diseases. She will examine Codex Alimentarius - W.T.O. regulations that may set us back 25 years (e.g., bring back toxic pesticides outlawed decades ago--to increase crop output) - food safety, GMO (genetically modified organisms), GM crops and food. Her sessions will also introduce Wellness Coaching: helping people ready and willing to take personal responsibility for their own health and wellness to achieve their goals in those areas.
Saturday at 3 pm and 5:30 pm.
Have you ever wondered what those black tee shirts are all about? Attend the meeting for current and potential HELL's M's and Skinner will help you find out. You will find out what is going on with the party SIG. If you don’t already know you will find out what we are, how we got started, and what we do.
Friday at 8:30 pm.
Mike Sanyu Smith is an Eighth Grade Special Education Teacher in Loveland, Ohio. He has a BA degree in chemistry, an MS in Environmental Science, an MA in Special Education, and an MA in teaching mathematics. This talk will provide a brief biography of Fibonacci, one of the leading mathematicians of the Middle Ages, and a brief tutorial on the mathematical methods used by Fibonacci. There will also be a chance to work problems from Fibonacci’s famous book “Liber Abaci” using the his mathematical methods.
Friday at 7:30 pm.
Join Howard Todd, UC professor of European history, as he takes a look at the social history of the middle ages. Learn about the common people as opposed to kings and popes, and the problems they confronted. One of their problems – the major witch-hunts - was self-inflicted. He will discuss the methods of torture used to obtain confessions (like waterboarding) as well as the executions that followed.
Friday at 7 pm.
Joseph P. Tomain, Dean Emeritus and the Wilbert & Helen Ziegler Professor of Law will discuss his book – Creon’s Ghost: Law, Justice, and the Humanities. In the Western Tradition, one of the many ancient questions that go unanswered, or at least go without a final answer, is: What is the relationship between law and justice? The question can also be framed as: What is the relationship between law and morality? Most discussions of these questions, certainly discussions since post-World War II Nuremberg, involve distinctions between natural law and legal positivism. Natural law holds that law is necessarily connected to justice or morality and legal positivism maintains their separation. Creon’s Ghost explores both of these responses and adds a third with stories from the humanities and with contemporary legal examples such as the death penalty, gay marriage, and religious symbols in public places.
Saturday at noon.
Synchrossage™ is an easily applied 10 minute massage method that relaxes, promotes wellness, builds trust and enhances the bond with your pet.
Your pet provides you with joy, comfort, companionship, lowering stress with their unconditional love. Kathy Veder, Animal Welfare Specialist (among other credentials), will show you how you can give back to your animals and return the favor. Recent research is proving what pet owners have always known about this centuries old bond: what’s good for your pet is good for you!
Saturday at 11:30 am.