 ELS also sponsors many social events, previously including the annual Smokin' Word and cabaret open mic nights, and currently including the annual Oktoberfest and "Rocky Horror Picture Show" parties.Even without a house, the Emerson Literary Society continues its tradition of forward thought and welcoming community.Meetings continue to be held weekly in the former ELS house, currently called the Sadove Student Center at Emerson Hall, open to all members of the Hamilton student body.