Our Assembly Wants to Participate in National Magic Week... What now???

Your assembly wants to participate and organize a contribution to "National Magic Week." But how do you go about it? First and foremost someone has to be in charge to run and coordinate the events, a chairperson or a committee to run your Assembly's National Magic Week has to be selected. Contact the recreation person or persons whose job it is to handle any special events at hospitals, Veterans Centers, some schools and senior centers. Get all of the contact information; such as a person's name, correct telephone numbers, possible date or dates. Find out about parking, whether it is free or do you have to pay, exact address of location, performance area, if there is a microphone or sound system, unloading area, etc. Once the date and time are confirmed make up sheets with all of the information, the name of the organization. Also what type of magic can be performed? Close up, strolling or a stage show. Most hospitals will not allow animals, balloons or fire. Make copies of all of the locations and bring to your SAM meeting. Sometimes a tri-fold poster board with additional information can help get volunteers from your assembly. You can make up a "We Want You" type poster with assorted information about National Magic Week; the history of National Magic Week, etc. The SAM website has some great information and ideas about National Magic Week.

National Magic Week can be a very rewarding experience for anyone who participates. I believe you will get back way more than you are giving. You can contact me directly for any help with promoting National Magic Week within your assembly or contact your SAM National Chairperson, Jeff Sikora, National Magic Week Committee S.A.M. Midwest RVP (402) 339-6726 - jqmagic@cox.net.

Michael Bonacci
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Oreland, PA 19075
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