Each year, the last week of October is celebrated as National Magic Week, a tradition established by the Society of American Magicians to honor the art of illusion and the legacy of Harry Houdini. It’s a time for magicians everywhere to share a little wonder with their communities.

This week, I had the pleasure of performing at The Philadelphia Protestant Home, where residents and staff came together for an afternoon of laughter, amazement, and curiosity. One of my favorite moments came when a volunteer—pictured above—found her own selected card in the most impossible way imaginable!

Beyond the tricks themselves, what I love most about performing during Magic Week is the chance to connect across generations. The residents shared stories of magicians they’d seen growing up, and together we explored how magic has evolved from the vaudeville stage to today’s world of mentalism and psychological illusion.

These performances remind me that the real magic isn’t just in sleight of hand—it’s in the shared sense of wonder that brings people together.

If your organization or community would enjoy a program that blends mindreading, illusion, and storytelling, visit rickdeezie.com to learn more about how I bring interactive experiences to senior living communities and corporate gatherings throughout the Philadelphia area.