2013-05 Ring Report

President Craig Fennessey opened the meeting on time and introduced the Officers of
the Ring and a visiting guest from Manchester, England, Stephen Ablett. Phil Schwartz
commented on the recent Potter and Potter Auction of the personal property and
memorabilia of the esteemed magician, Cardini. The auction results indicated that the
participating public held Cardini in very high regard.

Dan Stapleton reported that he had performed at a very large private party in
Altamonte Springs during the past week. Wallace Murphy is continuing performing at
Gator's Dockside in Ocoee and Mark Fitzgerald continues his Friday night walk-around
magic at the Hard Rock in Orlando.

Mathew Wright was originally scheduled to lecture at this evening's meeting but,
unfortunately, had to cancel because of travel difficulties. Magic Ian, graciously,
filled in for him with a lecture - workshop. Ian has, over the years, contributed
and performed many effects for audiences across the Country. This evening he
demonstrated and entertained with effects such as The Spring and Ring, Coin Through
a Balloon, Flaming Coin and Match Pulls. The Rope Magic Routines he presented to
the Ring audience will always be remembered. At the conclusion of his presentation
the meeting was adjourned.

Sheldon Brook