Ten Strange Societies
We do worry sometimes that the world is being slowly homogenised. As global communications become ever easier, do we risk losing the quirks and quainteries of local life. Not likely! In a celebration of individuality, we bring you a selection of the weirdest groups and associations. By next week we want you to joined at least one of them.
THE NULL'S TOP TEN STRANGE SOCIETIES
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Antique Poison Bottle Collectors Association Have you always fancied collecting something, but just not been able to find the enthusiasm for stamps or toby jugs? Why not try little jars of death instead? Sign up for thrice-yearly newsletters and pots of fun. (website) |
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The Belgian Boomerang Association I bet you thought that boomerangs were only for the Australians. Well you're wrong. There are boomerang clubs the world over. Although, only in Belgium might you meet female champ Corinne Maire. (website) |
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The Cacophony Society A randomly gathered network of individuals united in the pursuit of experiences beyond the pale of mainstream society through subversion, pranks, art, fringe explorations and meaningless madness. (website) |
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British Llama Society If causing mayhem isn't your cup of tea, why not take some time to appreciate llamas instead. There are societies all over the world appreciating the woolly wonders. Next meeting: 8th Dec. (website) |
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International Society of Meccanomen How had I not found this before? I used to love Meccano. And, boy, do these fellas make some contraptions - you have to be pretty good to be awarded a Golden Spanner Award. Very good or very bored. (website) |
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Empty Nose Syndrome Association I thought it was a joke, but it's not. Empty Nose Syndrome, apparently, is a very nasty condition, nasty enough to warrant it's own association at least. If you're all bunged up, they won't want to know you. (website) |
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Irish Tug of War Association It's the perfect way to enjoy the great outdoors, get some exercise and pull people into the mud. Sadly the remaining fixtures have been cancelled for 2022, but it does give you time to start practicing. (website) |
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World Toilet Association We all have our hobbies, and toilet appreciation is perfectly valid. I appreciate toilets everyday and see no reason to be coy about it. Although, I might not go as far as building a toilet-shaped house. (website) |
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Principle Voices Societies are all about sharing experiences with like minded people, which is why this pro-polygamy group is such a favourite of ours. Two's company, three's a crowd, but four's amazing. (website) |
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Israel Vacuum Society It just goes to show that people can be interested in anything... or absolutely nothing at all. Why not team up with this group of Israeli academics to wonder at the world of vacuums. Next meeting: April 08. (website) |
Right, which one are you going to join? It's the perfect time, you can get all the equipment for Christmas and then you've got another six months before you can come along to GeekPride and show us what you've been up to. Go on - it's good to do something different!
How about trying one of our other top tens:
- Top Ten Crazy Xmas Gifts
- Top Ten Geek Holidays
- Top Ten Stupid Science Studies
- Top Ten Work-related Ills
- Top Ten Killer Vegetables
- Top Ten Weird Drinks
- Top Ten Grim Parasites
- Top Ten Things Science Hasn't Explained
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