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Its monthly publication, "The Linking Ring," originated as a mimeographed newsletter. Today it is the most widely read magic magazine in the world, sent to some 11,000 members in more than 35 countries. 

The annual I.B.M. Convention is a showcase for the world’s finest magicians. 

Ring 50, The National Capital Ring, is a local chapter of the I.B.M. It was organized in 1947 and has held monthly meetings ever since. The Ring has approximately 100 members ranging from novices to professional performers who create, publish, sell and perform close-up, table, cabaret and stage magic. 

To be a member of Ring 50, an applicant must be interested in magic and be (or become) a member of the I.B.M. 

FEES AND DUES:

• $55.00 for I.B.M. ($15.00 one-time initiation fee plus $40.00 first year I.B.M. dues.) This includes a one-year subscription to the Linking Ring magazine. I.B.M. dues thereafter of $40.00/year are paid on the membership anniversary date.* You must be a member of the I.B.M. international orgainiztion in order to join local Ring 50.

• $18.00 for Ring 50 ($3.00 initiation fee plus $15.00 first year Ring dues.) Annual dues of $15.00 thereafter are payable each February. 

IMPORTANT: Dues are payable in February of each year. We understand that you might not be able to get to every meeting, so for your convenience, you can also make your dues check payable to "I.B.M. Ring 50" and mail it to:

If you have questions or need more inormation, please feel free to contact a Ring 50 Officer (see box on right). 

* International dues of the I.B.M. are subject to change without notice on this Web site. For the most current info, visit the IBM Web site at http://www.magician.org .