Conference Update

When you arrive at the conference venue please stop by the Registration Desk to pick up your badge, conference program, and social events tickets. Don’t forget – APLA 2009 will be a “bagless” conference so you may want to bring your own. The Registration Desk will be located on the 2^nd Floor of the conference venue in the foyer outside of the Exhibit Hall.  Registration Desk hours are as follows:

Wednesday, June 10: 3pm – 9pm

Thursday, June 11: 8am – 5:30 pm

Friday, June 12: 8am – 5:30pm

 

APLA conferences are wonderful networking opportunities and a chance to get reacquainted with colleagues.    To compliment the wide variety of conference programs, the Local Arrangements/Social Events Committee has put together a great selection of social events  Most events require registration. For complete details, including times, locations, and registration information please visit the Social Events section of the conference website, www.apla2009.ca . Here is a taste of APLA 2009 Social Events:

 

Past President’s Reception - Come join fellow conference delegates at the Past President’s reception on Wednesday evening, which honours all past presidents of the Association and is generously sponsored by ProQuest.  This event is also an excellent chance to mingle and chat before the conference officially begins. No registration required.

 

Halifax Literary Walking Tour – Join Halifax Public Libraries' Local History and Genealogy Librarian, Joanne McCarthy, who will be leading APLA delegates on a literary walking tour around downtown Halifax early Wednesday evening. Explore famous authors, learn about local newspaper and publishing history stretching back to the eighteenth century, discover libraries and bookstores both past and present, and so much more. Registration required.

 

Mar Cocktail Cruise - Join us on Thursday evening for an adventure on the high seas!  Come aboard the Mar, a 75 ft tall ship and enjoy the breathtaking views of the harbor during this evening cocktail cruise. Participants will purchase their tickets through Murphy’s On the Water. Details are on the conference website.

 

Art Gallery of Nova Scotia Tour and McKelvie’s Restaurant –Start Thursday evening off with a group tour of the AGNS, hailed as the gateway to the arts for Atlantic Canada. After the tour the group will be heading to McKelvie’s restaurant for drinks and some “Delishes Fishes”. Registration required.

 

APLA Merit Award Banquet and Dance – On Friday evening, join your colleagues for a pre-dinner cocktail and then settle in for a sumptuous dining experience, complete with a spectacular harbourfront view. The banquet will honour an individual who has made a substantial contribution to the library community in the Atlantic Provinces. The dance will feature music by the renowned J.P. Ellis Trio. Tickets can be purchased in advance with your conference registration. 

 

Saturday Morning Brunch - The Saturday morning brunch will be held at O’Carroll’s Restaurant and Irish Pub in downtown Halifax. Relax in the rich pub atmosphere and enjoy a hearty Celtic Breakfast! Registration required. 

 

Sara Gillis

APLA 2009 Promotions/Marketing Chair