From July 30 through August 4, 2025, LongJohn Massura and I ran a “focused gathering” on PLAY. Let it be known that we could not have done this without the great help of Virginia Plottel. 40 people gathered (by invitation) to PLAY card games and board games (and of course word banter ensued).
We now have a new on-demand printer, which means your favorite HELL’s M’s shirts will get to you faster than ever. No more waiting weeks for bulk orders, sorting, and shipping. Instead, you can place your order online at hellsms.com or send a paper form to Michelle, our very own Membership Magician, and the printer will handle the rest—printing and shipping directly to you.
Mensa is more than a high-IQ society—it's a dynamic community built by members, for members. And at the heart of everything Mensa accomplishes are volunteers, like you. If you’re a member, volunteering at an upcoming RG or AG isn’t just a nice gesture—it’s a powerful way to make a lasting impact on attendees.
by Beth Weiss The Suite Life This year, HELL’s M’s landed the suite-est of suites at the AG! We got first pick of the SIG suites, and it paid off: multiple rooms, a powder room, a kitchen with a full-sized fridge, and sweeping views of Lake Michigan. (To be fair, every suite had great lake...
The cherished HELL’s M’s banner was clandestinely misappropriated from its place of honor above the hearth in the HELL’s M’s suite at the AG in Chicago this year.
Please send pictures of new Party Animals and write ups to the Editor at PartySmart@hellsms.com.
Wouldn’t you love a 2025 AG chapter shirt? I would have said that Malört defies description, but AI helped me out: “Malört is characterized by its strong, bitter flavor with notes of citrus and herbs.describe it as tasting like a combination of grapefruit juice, bile, or even burnt tires.” That seemed pretty on-target, so I...
Mind Games is an annual American Mensa event where members (and guests) come together to play new games that have been submitted by the manufacturer for consideration for the coveted Mensa Select award. Each member is given a list of 30 games to play, each of which they play, evaluate, and comment on. Each member...
Sure, we’ve asked for your help in the HELL’s M’s suite (thank you!). But the entire AG runs on volunteers—and we need all hands on deck to keep things running smoothly and the vibes high.
There’s nothing like a day at the ballpark—it’s the ultimate party! Think about it: electric energy, shared cheers, that hopeful buzz in the air, plus classic ballpark eats and drinks. What more could you want?