Bi-Annual Members' Meeting
Thu, May 23 - 6:00 pm

Join us for our Spring Members’ Meeting and help us celebrate the grand opening of the Garfield McNamara Class Rooms. 
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Performance of a Member Written Play
Thu, May 30 - 6:00 pm

Come to our first staged reading of three member written plays performed by member actors.
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The Hospital (1971)
Fri, May 31 - 6:00 pm

Chayefsky won his third Oscar for this blackly comedic drama about a suicidal doctor in a dysfunctional hospital.  Don't miss the upcoming screening and discussion!
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After Six: Chess Class for Adults
Wed, Jun 05 - 6:00 pm

Did you learn how to move the chess pieces as a child? Would you like to learn more? Join a small group in a relaxed setting to improve your chess skills.
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Write Now!
Tue, Jun 11 - 12:00 pm

Bring your lunch and favorite writing utensil to explore a couple of writing prompts at this low key scribble session.
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10 Keys to Becoming a Successful Writer
Tue, Jun 11 - 6:00 pm

Agent, author, and consultant Michael Larsen will show you the ten steps to take to transform your writing and your career.
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The Mechanics' Institute today is a vibrant intellectual and cultural center serving the entire Bay Area. The Institute serves its members with a large general-interest circulating and research library; the oldest chess club in the United States; and an active program of literary and cultural events. Learn more, take a tour, and join today!

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