The Society of American Magicians

The Society of American Magicians, founded on May 10, 1902, in Martinka’s famous magic shop in New York City, New York, is the oldest and most prestigious magical society in the world.

For over a century, it has promoted the ideals shared by Kellar, Houdini, Thurston, and over 45,000 others worldwide who have held membership in the society.

These ideals include the elevation of the Art of Magic, the promotion of harmony among magicians, and the opposition of the unnecessary public exposure of magical effects.

The International Brotherhood of Magicians

The International Brotherhood of Magicians is the world’s largest magical organization.

If you are interested in magic, here is a source of information that opens up many possibilities.

The I.B.M. has 85 years of continuous activities and embraces thousands of members from 73 countries.

There are about 300 branches, known as Rings, all over the world and there could be one close to you.

If you are a parent who lives on Cape Cod, be sure to take advantage of all the resources provided by:

www.capecodmoms.com

Tips for Hiring an Entertainer:

After your initial contact with any entertainer (magician, balloon twister, face painter, juggler), be sure to ask for an agreement (email or letter) before you issue a deposit. The agreement should outline information:

total fee (does this include travel?)
type of payment (check, cash, PayPal)
cancellation policy
arrival time
time of performance
insurance and CORI information (if working with children in a corporate setting: library, school, recreation department, etc.)

Be sure to also ask about:

set-up time needed
amount of performance space required
if there is a tipping policy
any limit as to the number of attendees
tables, chairs, or electricity needed
can this be done indoors/outdoors

Cape Cod Party Venues 2024

BARNSTABLE

YMCA of Cape Cod -Barnstable- www.ymcacapecod.org
Hyannis Youth and Community Center http://www.town.barnstable.ma.us/hycc/birthday%20party%20flyerfull.pdf
West Barnstable Deer Club – West Barnstable- http://www.wbdeerclub.net/facilities.htm
The Centerville Recreation Building , 524 Main Street, Centerville Barnstable Recreation Division: –http://www.townofbarnstable.us/recreation/building%20rental%20permit%20application.pdf
The Osterville Community Building, First Ave. Osterville
The West Barnstable Community Building, Lombard Av & Rte. 149 West Barnstable
Cape Cod Challenger Club, 418 Bumps River Road, Osterville MA http://www.capecodchallenger.org/facility-usage/
Hyannis Elks Lodge 1549, 852 Bearses Way, Hyannis, MA 02601 508-775-8103 www.hyanniselks1549.org/function-hall-rental.html
Liberty Hall of Marstons Mills, 2150 Main St, Marstons Mills, MA 02668 (508) 428-5662

CHATHAM

South Chatham Village Hall, 2567 Main St., South Chatham, Massachusetts (508) 432-7406

DENNIS

Dennis Pines Golf Course -50 Golf Course Rd, South Dennis, MA (508) 385-8347- www.dennisgolf.com
Dennis Highlands Golf Course, 825 Old Bass River Road, Dennis, MA (508) 385-8347 –www.dennisgolf.com
Carleton Hall,1006 Old Bass River Rd, Dennis, MA 02638 (508) 364-5417 www.town.dennis.ma.us/Pages/DennisMA_

FALMOUTH

Ryan Family Amusements, Falmouth –www.ryanfamily.com
Elks Lodge 140 Palmer Ave, Falmouth, MA http://www.elks.org/lodges/lodgefacilities.cfm?LodgeNumber=2380
Gus Canty Community Center, 790 Main St, Falmouth, MA 02540 (508) 457-2567 www.falmouthmass.us/depart.php
Falmouth Navigator (Portuguese-American Association of Falmouth) 55 Ashumet Road, Hatchville, MA 508-563-7396 http://www.falmouthnavigador.com/Pages/bp1.aspx

MASHPEE

Cape Cod Children’s Museum – Mashpee- 508-539-8788 – https://www.visitcccm.net/parties-rentals
Boys and Girls Club – off Route 151 in Mashpee 508-477-8845 www.boysgirlsclubcapecod.org/page.php?page=11

NANTUCKET

American Legion Post 82, 21 Washington St, Nantucket, MA (508) 325-6677 www.facebook.com/pg/American-Legion-Post-82-Nantucket-MA-

POCASSETT

Pocasset Community Club Inc , 314 Barlow’s Landing Rd, Pocassett, MA $50/4hrs – Contact : Pocasset Community Club , Elizabeth Ford, PO Box 1152, Pocasset, MA 02559-1152 , (508) 295-6633

SANDWICH

Sandwich Lodge & Resort (pool parties) – Sandwich- http://www.veryhair.com/
Oak Crest Cove, 34 Quaker Meetinghouse Road,Forestdale , MA Sandwich Recreation Department www.sandwichrec.com/documents/town_of_sandwich_oakcrest_cove_lodge_rules_and_regulations.pdf
Americal Legion Post 188, 20 Main St, Sandwich Contact the facility manager Donna at (508)888-9832 – http://post188.net/facility.html

WELLFLEET

Preservation Hall 335 Main Street, Wellfleet, MA 02667 www.wellfleetpreservationhall.org/index.php/plan-an-event/private-events

YARMOUTH

Ryan Family Amusements, So.Yarmouth –www.ryanfamily.com