The International Brotherhood of Magicians is a worldwide group of magic enthusiasts. We are the largest magic group in the world. We'll use this site to get the word out to friends of our organization and create a better sense of community among our members. We'll also include pictures of our work and members.
Our Mission
We are dedicated to the enhancement of magic as an art form. To accomplish this, we hold regular meetings on the 4th Tuesday of every month. We commence at 7:00 pm at the S. W. Pitts Hose Company, 226 Old Loudon Road, in Latham, NY. There are also several other magician meetings throughout the month. See the news below for more.
THE CAPITAL MAGIC CONNECTION
THE CAPITAL MAGIC CONNECTION
August 30, 2026
MORNING MAGIC GROUP
The next meeting of the morning group will be on Tuesday morning, September 1, at 8:30 am at the Ugly Rooster off Exit 12 of the Northway. Everyone interested in magic is welcome to join us. .
If you need more information or directions, call Cliff Bruce, Dave McClements, or Ken Marcinowski.
SEPTEMBER MEETING OF THE SAM ASSEMBLY 24
SAM Assembly 24 will meet on Tuesday, September 8, at 7:00 at S. W. Pitts Hose Company, 226 Old Loudon Road, in Latham, NY. Since our meeting night, September 8, is also the first day of school for many children in our area, Dave is suggesting that the topic for this meeting be related to children's magic or something to do with school.
Joe B. (not sure about the last name) has volunteered to bring the refreshments for this meeting.
We are still looking for someone to take over for Allan Alexander who is stepping down as our secretary. Allan has prepared some “Helpful Hints and Suggestions for SAM Secretary” which I have attached to this newsletter. Open it, read it, and see if you would be interested in filling this important office.
SEPTEMBER MEETING OF IBM RING 186
IBM Ring 186 will meet on Tuesday, September 22 at 7:00 at S. W. Pitts Hose Company, 226 Old Loudon Road, in Latham, NY. Everyone is encouraged to have something magical to share with your fellow magicians. Refreshments will be served
PLANS FOR THE SAM BANQUET
The 2026 annual SAM banquet is scheduled for October 11th at the Holiday Inn in Saratoga. As previously announced Chad Currin, aka Mr. Twisty, will be our featured entertainer for the evening. The four close-up performers will be announced later.
The cost of this year’s banquet is $50.00 per person for members and one guest and $65.00 per person for non-members and/or additional guests. The cost of the banquet has increased more than anyone would like. There are two reasons for this increase: 1. Inflation and 2. A low balance in the club’s bank account. We have no control over inflation, but there are ways to improve the club’s bank balance. Dave is planning to bring this up for discussion at the September meeting.
Details on how to sign-up for the banquet and who the close-up performers will be, should be in your inbox soon.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THESE UPCOMING SHOWS AND EVENTS
Wednesday,Thursday, & Friday September 9, 10, &11: Magicians’ Alliance of Eastern States (MAES) Convention at Cherry Hill, PA. Please note: This year, this is not a weekend convention, but it starts on a Wednesday and ends on a Friday. Check for details here: https://maesconvention.com/
Sunday October 11: Our annual SAM Banquet at the Holiday Inn in Saratoga. See details above.
ANNOUNCEMENTS AND CONTRIBUTIONS
If you know of a magic related event or show which might be of interest to capital area magicians, send that information to me in time for it to be announced in our next newsletter.
Also if you would like to contribute an original article, trick or review of a book, dvd, trick or internet site, send it to me for inclusion in this newsletter. PLEASE DON’T COPY WHAT SOMEONE ELSE HAS WRITTEN UNLESS YOU DOCUMENT THE SOURCE AND HAVE PERMISSION TO SHARE IT.
Send contributions and announcements to: cliffordbruce@earthlink.net
