This is an attempt to start building a timeline of the club since it began with interesting events. Some dates are unknown, and many events are missing. If you have any additions or corrections, please let Karl Rabe know.
1971
Club receives IBM Charter on Feb 23, 1971
1971
President Hank Moorehouse
First President of the club. Served two terms.
1972
Club receives SAM Charter
1986
First "Magic of Giving" show
On Saturday, November 22, 1986, at 7:00 p.m., the Ann Arbor Magic Club presented The Magic of Giving, a benefit performance for Faith in Action, at Chelsea High School Auditorium. The program featured club magicians including Jeff Boyer, Jim Fitzsimmons, Mark Bulick and Gary Losey, with proceeds supporting Faith in Action's community assistance programs in the Chelsea area. (Photos courtesy of Jeff Boyer)
1991
Magic of Giving V
On Sunday, November 24, 1991, at 3:00 p.m., Faith in Action and the Ann Arbor Magic Club presented a Magic Matinee benefit show. The program featured club members performing magic for the community, with proceeds supporting Faith in Action and its local assistance programs. (Program courtesy of Jeff Boyer)
1994
Magic of Giving VIII
On Sunday, November 20, 1994, at 2:00 p.m., Faith in Action and the Ann Arbor Magic Club presented The Magic of Giving VIII at Chelsea High School in Chelsea. The show featured Jeff Boyer as Master of Ceremonies, with Mark Joseph, John Sterlini, Richard Deam, Jeff Scott, Jeff Jackowski, Jim Fitzsimmons and Derringer, plus additional behind-the-scenes assistance from club members. The performers donated their time and talents to benefit Faith in Action. (Program courtesy of Jeff Boyer)
1999
The Magic of Giving XIV
On Sunday, November 19, 2000, at 2:00 p.m., Faith in Action presented The Magic of Giving XIV, featuring the Ann Arbor Magic Club. The program included Jeff Boyer as Master of Ceremonies, George and Barbara Mathis, Jim Placido, Jack Hartley, Aaron Balcom, and an intermission act featuring Marvin Mathena and Mark Joseph. The annual benefit supported Faith in Action's community programs. (Programs courtesy of Jeff Boyer)
