Beginnings:
Cincinnati has always been a hotbed for magic as evidenced by such notable names as Stewart Judah, John Braun, Lester Lake, and John Snyder. Early on Ring 71 met at John Snyder's magic shop in nearby Norwood, its name honoring W.W. Durbin, the first elected IBM President from Kenton, Ohio. When J. Ronald Haines purchased the shop from Snyder's widow and moved the business to his residence, the club began meeting there. Although the location has changed several times, the club still holds get-togethers at Haines to this day. Ring 71 became the J. Ronald Haines - W.W. Durbin Ring in 1974 and soon after began meeting in the shop's showroom. By the mid-nineties the club had increased in size and moved to the newly remodeled backroom, an "inner sanctum" for members of all ages. In a sense Ring 71 has come full circle. This current meeting room is located on the original site of John Snyder's magic shop, where magic continues to flourish monthly.

Today:
Ring 71 is a thriving club that combines youthful exuberance with seasoned experience. The members enjoy many excellent lectures, workshops, an annual holiday banquet, and a yearly picnic combined with the local SAM, featuring the time-honored John Braun/Stewart Judah contest. When visiting Cincinnati, we would love to see you at one of our frequent meetings. Come hungry though, as we always wrap up the evening at Max and Erma's Restaurant for late night socializing, trick sharing, and feasting!

We welcome all fellow conjurors and will gladly provide directions via email, telephone or they you may view the map located on our "location" page. Please contact either one of the members listed below for information & directions.

Interested in membership or attending one of our meetings? Good! Because we personally extend an invitation for you and your family to attend a meeting of the J. Ronald Haines — W.W. Durbin Ring 71. We welcome all fellow conjurors and gladly provide directions via e-mail, telephone, or you may view the map located on our 'location' page.

Please contact our President, Chuck Arkin at the email addresses given below.

Chuck Arkin

Or give Chuck a call at 513-936-8446.


IBM Ring 71 Calendar:

Here is a list of Upcoming Events:

Friday, February 26th, 2010
Ryan Swigert Lecture

Former IBM Ring 71 President, Ryan Swigert will be presenting a lecture titled "Subtle Methods" at Haines' House of Cards on February 26, 2010. Ryan has lectured for magic clubs throughout North America and Europe. His magic creations have been published in The Linking Ring, MAGIC Magazine, Channel One Magazine, and featured on Joshua Jay's "Talk About Tricks" DVD.

Join Ryan on February 26, 2010 as he shares some of his latest magic creations and some of his favorites from the past. He will be teaching magic effects and principles that use playing cards, coins, business cards, gift certificates, and more!

March 26th, 2010
Bob Bengel Lecture

April 9th, 2010
War of the Wizards Contest

April 16th, 2010
Boris Wild Lecture

April 18, 2010
2nd Annual IBM Ring 71 Auction

May 16, 2010
Doc Dixon Lecture

June 13, 2010
Combined IBM / SAM picnic at Lake Isabella

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