Just a quick note to say that some acquaintances and I shoved our way through the insanely crowded societies' fair today. There are literally hundreds, and in addition to every possible iteration of music, theater, and science group, there were some unusual candidates for attention. Naturally, I made note of a few for your amusement. Links included in case you don't believe me.
Cambridge University Mycological Society (fungi!)
The Pembroke College Winnie-the-Pooh Society
Cambridge University Heraldic & Genealogical Society
Cambridge University Tiddlywinks Club
...and at least TWO gaming societies.
The whole thing was quite a social experiment, because you had to try to figure out what a table was about without making eye contact or they would address you and then you'd feel guilty if you didn't give your email. I put myself down for more things than I could ever do, on the theory that I could at least find out what's going on and then choose to go or not. Two things I actually plan to follow up on: the Cambridge University Gilbert and Sullivan Society (apparently one of the richest societies here...) and the Trinity Hall Boat Club (rowing! They swear they take it easy on novices).
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