MARCH 18, 2025 Club Meeting

Johnny New York

The show is not over yet, folks, and RING 22 is just gettin’ started!  We’ve prepared the best club meeting in town, now LESS THAN TWO WEEKS AWAY, on TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 2025 (at the SPIRIT OF CHRIST LUTHERAN CHURCH, 749 W 14 Mile Rd, Clawson, MI).  Just wait till you see our breathtaking line-up!

  • Our SPOTLIGHT will focus on the many talents of magician ANDY MAKAR!

  • We’ll be literally “STRETCHING THE RULES” with not one but TWO HANDS-ON MINI-WORKSHOPS presented by TOM LYBRAND (“Rubber Bands in Your Hands!”) and DREYGON (“Ties That Bind - Invisible Magic!”).  Each of you will learn with complimentary rubber bands and invisible thread/ties in hand - you’re sure to learn some very stunning effects and techniques!  

  • Of course, there’ll be a lively club HOT TOPIC DISCUSSION led by VP FRED LENTER!

  • Don’t forget about our RAFFLE GIVE-AWAY for one very lucky club member (and it could be YOU)!

  • There’s always the opportunity for YOU to perform your favorite magic on our always-friendly, wide-open stage!

  • You’re ALL invited to experience much more magic at our AFTERGLOW at the nearby HideOut!

Remember, we’re more than a monthly meeting, we’re a MONTHLY SEQUESTERED SENSATION of SPECTACULAR SKULLDUGGERY, and the MAGIC all starts with YOU!  Please join us and experience a warm blast of deception and subterfuge with friends!  GUESTS ARE WELCOME!

TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 2025, 7:15 PM EST!
Spirit of Christ Lutheran Church, 749 W. 14 Mile Rd., Clawson, MI 48017

MICHIGAN MAGIC DAY COUNTDOWN…
It’s just around the corner and coming your way fast (!),  featuring internationally acclaimed performers, STEVE VALENTINE, DAVID PARR, KEITH FIELDS and LADY SARAH, HOWARD MINCONE, BEN BARNES, PAUL RICHARDS, MICHAEL MODE, BILL KALUSH, ALEXANDER the MAGICIAN, JOSH GEORGE TAIT, JOSH WILDE, FRED LENTER, PATT PRZYSIECKI, DREYGON, MIKE THORNTON, KEN FOLEY, FERRAN CHARLES, TARA McCALLISTER, seven MAGIC DEALERS, and so much more, FRIDAY-SATURDAY, May 16-17, 2025!  CLICK HERE for info and REGISTER TODAY!

Hope to see YOU at our TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 2025 club meeting! 

PETER X/Bicycle INVOKE DECK NOMINATION!

Johnny New York

As you may already know, the outstanding work of one of our truly esteemed club members, PETER X (aka Peter Botros, developer and creator of the Bicycle INVOKE DECK) is being honored as a candidate for the exciting and highly-coveted DOTY 2024 "MAGIC DECK OF THE YEAR" award!    Many of you are using this incredible playing cards already to create unexplainable miracles.  RING 22 is asking YOU to SHOW YOUR SUPPORT for PETER's incredible contribution to card magic - CLICK HERE to cast your vote!  Please hurry, the voting deadline ends on JANUARY 27, 2025!  WAY TO GO, PETER X!

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Using Gimmicked Cards

Andy Makar

Group discussion on using and making gimmicked cards

  • Breather Crimp - Fred Lenter
  • Corner Short - Mike Thornton
  • Thick Card - JNY
  • Double Backer - Fred Lenter
  • Forcing with a Double Backer - Peter X
  • Make a Card Disappear - Peter X
  • Using Jigs to make Gimmicked Cards - Dreygon

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WEEKEND at the MAGIC CASTLE!

Johnny New York

In RING 22’s ongoing effort to create new experiences for our club members and friends, we are planning a special "group" weekend at THE MAGIC CASTLE! The world-famous Magic Castle is a private club in Hollywood, California for magic and magicians.

On Friday, January 10, 2025, those of us who can make it are invited to The Magic Castle for dinner and shows (at your own expense).

On Saturday, January 11, 2025, we will attend a special HOUDINI SÉANCE at The Magic Castle for the first twelve who register (also at your own expense).   The Houdini Séance includes dinner and a Medium.   It not only replicates historical séances during the 1920s, the spirit of Harry Houdini is guaranteed to appear!  Note: If you do not wish to attend the séance you can still attend Friday night's dinner and shows.

Beginning on Monday, January 13, 2025, our own KEITH FIELDS and LADY SARAH will be performing at The Magic Castle along with DREYGON and FERRAN for the entire week (Jan. 13-18, 2025)!  Those participating are encouraged to extend their stay and experience all the Castle has to offer!

The séance is limited to twelve people. The other nights can accommodate all who wish to attend and register.

Some are planning on staying at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel which is a couple of blocks from The Magic Castle in downtown Hollywood.  It is one of the classic hotels in Hollywood, hosting the very first Academy Awards festivities in 1927!

For more information (including registration), please CONTACT US as soon as possible!  Time is running out - this promises to be a wonderful experience and opportunity, especially when shared with friends!

Michigan Magic Day 2025

Coming Your Way Soon…MMD 2025!

Johnny New York

Here’s a quick update with the very latest RING 22 magic news!  Our recent November club meeting (11/19/2024) was extremely successful, with 54 attendees that included representatives from no less than four neighboring clubs (Ann Arbor, Toledo, Flint, and even Windsor, Ontario),  as well as participation from our new IBM Territorial Vice President, CHRIS HARPER!  Aside from an evening of outstanding magic, RING 22 had the honor of officially announcing our latest magic endeavor - hosting the upcoming and prestigious MICHIGAN MAGIC DAY 2025 Convention (MMD 2025)!  The convention will be open to everyone and we’re currently working around the clock to make sure it is an unforgettable “MUST SEE” experience you don’t want to miss!  Best of all, we’re offering everything at a very affordable price you simply cannot refuse!

Here’s a direct link to our MMD 2025 program details, ticket registration and fees, hotel accommodations (if needed), as well as other pertinent information.  Please take a moment to check things out (you’ll be so glad you did!) and register now to insure a reservation and receive special EARLY-BIRD savings!

https://detroitmagic.club/michigan-magic-day-2025/

If you have any questions, feel free to CONTACT US.  Hope to see YOU at Michigan Magic Day 2025!

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MEMBERSHIP DRIVE 2025!

Johnny New York

RING 22, the official non-profit regional organization of the International Brotherhood of Magicians (IBM), is dedicated to the promotion of magic throughout the Greater-Detroit community.  Known as “The DETROIT MAGIC CLUB”, we are proud to serve a membership both young and old that includes professional and amateur magicians as well as hobbyists and enthusiasts who simply enjoy a common interest in the wonderful art of MAGIC.  In addition to hosting regular monthly informational club meetings, we are proud to present top-notch, cutting-edge lectures featuring internationally acclaimed magicians throughout the year.  

Becoming an official club member of RING 22 for the year 2025 has never been easier -  additional International Brotherhood of Magicians membership is encouraged but NOT required.  As an active member you’ll receive exclusive and invaluable tips from fellow members, gain access to our private internet publications, share ideas among friends, and earn considerable discounts at all of our special lectures and exclusive events.  We hope YOU will take advantage of the "best magic deal in town”!  

DON’T WAIT - SUPPORT our “MAGICAL MISSION” for 2025 and JOIN US TODAY!

Registration fees are listed below and include full RING 22 membership from January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2025.  For your convenience, you may register in person at our monthly club meetings or send us a completed MEMBERSHIP REGISTRATION FORM 2025 via US mail.   You may also use our ONLINE PAYPAL link at any time - a safe and secure method to pay your dues online!

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  • Annual Membership Registration (Effective January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025)
    Our annual membership fee is ONLY $35 for the entire year 2025!   We're proud to be the "best magic deal in town" - it's never too late to join us and support magic in our community!
        
  • Youth Membership Registration (Effective January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025)
    Younger magicians (under 21 years of age) can enjoy full RING 22 club membership at a special reduced rate ($25/year)!   Being a part of our club is the very best way to learn and experience magic with others!
      
  • Club Benefactor!
    Being a non-profit organization,  unavoidable operational costs and expenditures are needed to support all of our hosted events, including meetings, guest lectures, special parties, online activities, etc.   Donations of ANY amount (in addition to the Annual Membership Registration fee) are always appreciated and can be made at ANY time.  THANK YOU for your generosity and support!!! 

As always, we appreciate your continued support of RING 22  - we are looking forward to sharing MAGIC with YOU and making the year 2025 the most magical year ever!