The Sons of the Desert inspired chapters in other United States cities, and then in the United Kingdom and other countries. In keeping with the tongue-in-cheek “desert” theme, each local chapter of the society is called a “tent,” and each is named after a different Laurel and Hardy film. There are more than 100 active "tents" worldwide, mostly in the United States and United Kingdom. Members meet up regularly to enjoy Laurel and Hardy movies in an informal atmosphere. Many chapters formed in the 1960s are still active today. In addition to local and regional meetings, the Sons of the Desert holds international conventions every
Doctor Who Appreciation Society Doctor Who Appreciation Society The "Doctor Who" Appreciation Society (DWAS) is a society for fans of the television series "Doctor Who". It was founded in May 1976, emerging from the Westfield College "Doctor Who" Appreciation Society and the editors and readers of the fanzine "Tardis". The society currently produces a monthly print magazine, "Celestial Toyroom" (sent to the society's members), a quarterly digital magazine, "Cosmic Masque" (free to access via the DWAS website), hosts conventions, organises a network of local groups, and provides discounts to members for "Doctor Who"-related merchandise for sale on the society's online shop. The society gained