Program Details*

Title

The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

Description

In a few weeks, New York will host the 100th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. And for the 14th time, Jim Poserina will be among the nearly 2,000 handlers who guide the famous balloons down through the streets of Manhattan. Go behind the scenes to see what it takes to be part of this iconic piece of Americana and what the parade-day experience is really like for those who make it happen.

Presenter’s Name

Jim Poserina

Presenter’s Bio

Jim Poserina of Central New Jersey Mensa became a balloon handler in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in 2011. Over the years his assignments have included Mickey Mouse, Kool-Aid Man, Pikachu, Ronald McDonald, and Bluey.

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

Date/Time/Location†

Saturday at 1:30 PM in Willow

†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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[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]
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