Minutes of August 2011 Meeting
August 21, 2011

The August Meeting of I.B.M. Ring 362 was held at the Charles Inn in Bangor, Maine, on August 21, 2011, at 4:00 pm. The theme of the meeting was Paper.

President Danny Baker called the meeting to order. He cited a set of simplified Rules of Order that have been made available as a PDF on the Ring's web site, which were adopted as the Rules of Order for the meeting.

The agenda for the meeting had been made available in advance.

The minutes for the July meeting were approved without amendment.

Treasurer Geoffrey Miller submitted the Treasurer's Report. The Ring's total funds are $2,399.51. The Treasurer submitted a report comparing budgeted vs. actual income and expenses (appended). Members voted to accept the Treasurer's Report.

In Old Business, Scot Grassette, the Contest Official for the Nate Leipzig Close-up Magic Contest, reported. The contest is set for September 18. The contest is open to Ring members only, although magicians will be allowed to join the Ring on the spot for $10; we will also accept applications to the I.B.M. Scot will spread out the performing stations between at least two rooms, and will use the sound system for timekeeping.

In Old Business, members voted not to hold a regular Ring meeting on October 16.

In Old Business, the Worldwide Escape Artist Relay 2011 is scheduled for October 22, 2011. The Ring will be staging a show in Rumford. Danny appointed a Show Committee: Paul Szauter (Publicity and Ticket Sales), Scot Grassette (Stage and Theater Management) and Geoff Miller (Talent Coordination). The show will have a redneck theme with Danny's character as the emcee. Danny Baker, Scot Grassette, and Dr. Wilson will perform escapes.

In Old Business, Geoffrey Miller, the Contest Official for the Max Malini Parlor Magic Contest, discussed possible dates in November and offered to check with the Charles Inn. Scot asked that the Ring avoid November 5, the date of SAMCon. Geoff moved to change the rules to eliminate judges and have the judging be done by People's Choice only. The motion passed.

In New Business, the Secretary reminded members that the deadline for nomination for 2012 officers is October 1. He also stated that he might not be able to serve as Secretary due to a possible relocation.

In New Business, members had little enthusiasm for The Magic of Christmas, which would follow on the heels of public shows in September, October, and November.

With no further business, a motion was made to adjourn the meeting. The motion passed unanimously.