Program Details*

Title

World’s Most Interesting Design Mistakes

Description

How brilliant people accidentally created some of history’s biggest—and most fascinating—failures.

This isn’t just “look at these disasters.” It’s a session about why smart people make bad design decisions.

Must be 18 years of age or older.

Presenter’s Name

Diana Castro Cook

Presenter’s Bio

Diana Castro Cook is a lifetime member of Mensa, technology architect, parent to two wonderfully unique adults, book club organizer, board game enthusiast, and former community theatre person. She loves exploring how everyday things work—and why they sometimes don’t. Her interactive presentations blend stories, humor, and audience participation.

*Note: The information above is a draft provided by the presenter and may be different in the HalloweeM Program Booklet.

Date/Time/Location†

Friday at 9 AM in Birch

†Note: The date, time & location listed in our PAAG (when it becomes available) supersedes the date, time & location listed here, if different. The hotel layout for HalloweeM can be found here.

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HalloweeM @Westin North Shore Hotel
[p]Chicago Area Mensa’s Regional Gathering (RG) HalloweeM is being held at the Westin North Shore Hotel. This is a large (about 500 attendees), fun, family-friendly event. Drinks, snacks, and most meals are included. There are games, tournaments, dances, and a multi-track program as well as the infamous Costume Contest on Friday and both Pretentious Drinking and the Epicurean Experience on Saturday. [/p][p]We encourage you to register and book your room in advance to qualify for any discounts, but you may register on-site. [p]Please sign-up on the website to volunteer in before you come to WeeM.[/p][p]Bring books and media to donate to our book sale—all proceeds are donated to a charity.[/p][p]See our HalloweeM website ([url]http://www.chicagomensa.org/weem/index.php[/url]) for the most up-to-date details.[/p]
2026-10-29
16:00
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15:00
601 N Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling, IL 60090

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