Ex Libris

Dunninger’s Complete Encyclopedia of Magic by Joseph Dunninger A book review by Dr. Joaquin M. Ayala, PhD Hello folks and welcome to the Ex Libris article for December 2025! December?! Wow! We say it every year, but this year really did seem to fly by, so I thought I would talk about a book which … Read more

Spotlight

As a reoccurring feature of the Magic Messenger we will highlight a member and ask them to answer a few questions about themselves. This month the “Spotlight” is on our newest member Eric Bedard!   Where did you grow up / where have you lived?  North Bay, Ontario – moved to Windsor 1984 – met … Read more

The President’s Corner

My Fellow Compeers I hope you had a Happy Thanksgiving and soon a Merry Christmas. It’s the time of year where we take inventory of the things that we are thankful for and the spirit of giving. I wish each and every one of you a very merry holiday season. For our December meeting we … Read more

Around the Town

Calendar of Events Our meeting in December will be our holiday party. We start one hour earlier than usual at 6pm. We will have pizza and soft drinks. There will be a white elephant exchange. See The President’s Corner for full details. Other Calendars Check out John Luka’s Magic page and his well maintained list … Read more

Funny Business

’Twas the Night Before Magicmas AAMC Insider Edition   ’Twas the night before Magic-mas in Ann Arbor that night, Not a wand tip was stirring — not even stage light. The top hats were stacked by the chimney with flair, In hopes that Ring 210 soon would meet there. The members were nestled with props … Read more

The Secretary’s Report

November Meeting We had a great turnout for our meeting with 23 members and one guest. Mike Bogdas was our featured performer. First he performed John Archer’s Chinese Choice where random numbers selected by the audience make up a perfect amount for a buffet for three. Then Mike performed an original effect and he performed … Read more

On the Cover

  Our own Brian Campbell arranged a special appearance by none other than the Big Kringle Guy himself for our December Cover. Thank you Kris, Mrs. Claus and all the elf and reindeer that made this possible.