RI Atlanta Newsletter - February
FIVE REASONS TO ATTEND THE 2017 ATLANTA CONVENTION
1. Meet the most inspiring people in the world — Meet Rotarians from more than 130 countries . . . A unique opportunity to connect with old friends, make new ones, and share your club’s current and future projects.
2. Strengthen your club and your passion for Rotary— Speakers will help you to discover more ways to get the most from your Rotary membership and to make your club stronger. In the House of Friendship—where the Rotary world comes together— you’ll find new ideas, learn best practices, and share project successes
3. Join The Rotary Foundation celebration—Celebrate with thousands of your fellow Rotarians at The Rotary Foundation’s 100th Birthday Party.
4. Enjoy special events offered by the Host Organization Committee—
Go to http://www.rotaryconvention2017.org/welcome for information to and to register
for many special events including a 3K Run/Walk to End Polio Now, a Candlelight Vigil to
End Slavery & Human Trafficking, a Tour of the CDC and much more!
5. Attend the Zone 28-29 Party at the World of Coca-Cola—Join over 600 of your old and new friends for a fun celebration on Sunday evening where we will have this amazing venue all to ourselves for a night of food, fun and fellowship. Go to www.atlanta2829party.com to
For more information on important dates, useful links, breakout sessions and more, see "Site Pages" (right hand column) and click on 2017 International Convention.
Have You Made Plans Yet?
District 6270 would like to make a BIG SPLASH at the Rotary International Conference by having a HUGE number of members of our district attending. In that vein we have coordinated a group airfare package for all individuals who are interested in going to Atlanta. This is going to be a very exciting and easy convention during which we will celebrate the centennial anniversary of the Rotary Foundation...what would Rotary look like if not for the foundation?
REGISTER ON LINE AT http://www.riconvention.org/
No passport required...no 14 hour flight to get to the other side of the Rotary world....Southern fried chicken, pralines and peach cobbler.
No passport required...no 14 hour flight to get to the other side of the Rotary world....Southern fried chicken, pralines and peach cobbler.
If you are interested please let me know your intent before Friday January 27, 2017.
AIRFARE:
I have a contract with Delta Airlines for 20 seats on a nonstop flight on Friday June 9th returning on Thursday June 15th. Due to several cancellations I have 7 seat available and can increase if needed. Watch for changes in future emails.
DL / 2475 09JUN2017 MKE 12:51P ATL 3:56P ( MKE ) DEPART Milwaukee Wi ARRIVE: ( ATL ) Atlanta Ga
DL / 883 15JUN2017 ATL 9:30A MKE 10:30A DEPART: ( ATL ) Atlanta Ga ARRIVE: ( MKE ) Milwaukee WI
Fare Quote: Base Fare: 197.21 USD Carrier Surcharges: 0.00 USD Taxes and Fees: 43.19 USD* Total Fare: 240.40 USD Per Person
There is an additional $25 fee for the first checked bag and $35 for the second check bag.
Deposit of $50 per person is due January 30th, 2017. The balance of $240.97 is dueTuesday February 28th, 2017. Please write your check to Judy Slawny and send it to 3723 Kennedy Circle, Sheboygan WI 53083.
If you have an emergency you can transfer your airline ticket to another traveler up toMay 1, 2017. Last day to cancel is March 8th, 2017.
Transportation to and from the Airport via shuttles will be extra. If you are interested in the shuttle you need to let me know. Round trip will be $32.98 per person. Please pay this by Tuesday February 28th, 2017
I have 2 Queen and 1 King rooms reserved at the Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Downtown. Mike and I visited this hotel last year and were very pleased. A Hot Breakfast Buffet is included, shuttle service to the convention center will be at the Marriott which is across the street. The area where breakfast is served is available for us to gather in the afternoon. You can bring your own beverages and snacks to the gatherings. No Bar Is Available in the Hotel. Amenities include a Business center, Coffee/tea in common areas, Fitness facilities, Free WiFi, Free hot breakfast buffet, Free newspapers in lobby. Very close to lots of restaurants, 3 blocks from Olympia Park, 10 blocks from the Georgia World Conference Center, 6 blocks to World of Coca Cola and the Georgia Aquarium.
HOTEL ROOM: Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Downtown 161 Ted Turner Dr NW, Atlanta, Georgia
I have a block of 15 rooms reserved from 6 nights - Friday June 9th to Wednesday June 14th I can increase this to 20.
The room rate is $199.00 plus 16% taxes for a total of $230.85
· Deposit of one night’s stay of $230.85 is due February 1, 2017 to reserve your room. Final payment in full is due April 1, 2017
· Incidentals are the individuals responsibility.
· All hotel rates include complimentary in-room internet access, and Hot BreakfastBuffet.
· Transportation to convention facilities is provided by a Rotary shuttle service is within walking distance at other hotel.
· Reservations must be cancelled by April 5th. Reservations not cancelled by the time stated will result in a loss of the one night's room and tax deposit.
Thank you for your cooperation and we look forward to celebrating a great year in Atlanta!
Warmly
Yours in Service
Mike and Judy Slawny
920-457-4258
Warmly
Yours in Service
Mike and Judy Slawny
920-457-4258
Other events - registration required to attend - individual fees apply
Visit http://www.riconvention.org/
FOR PRESIDENT-ELECTS
President-elect's leadership luncheon for incoming RI officers, district governors, club presidents, and their spouses, but all convention registrants are welcome. Tuesday June 13th $45
FOR GENERAL ATTENDEES
* Blue Jeans, BBQ & Bluegrass this event will be held on Saturday, June 10th, 2017 - 6:00 pm $50 per person
* Candlelight Vigil For End Human Trafficking this event will be held on Saturday, June 10th, 2017 - 9:30 pm FREE
* Fabulous Zones 28 & 29 Party!!! (We are part of these Zones and you should have received an email invitation) Sunday evening June 11th evening from 7 to 10 p.m.Following the opening sessions of the convention. The World of Coca-Cola (downtown-about 2 blocks from the convention center) $90 per person (see details below to register)
* Gone With the Wind this screening will be held on Sunday, June 11th, 2017 - 7:00 PM $20 per person
* President's Recognition Luncheon for current club presidents, and spouses, but all convention registrants are welcome. Monday June 12th | location to be decided | $45 per person
* Host Hospitality Night this event will be held on Monday, June 12th, 2017 - 6:30 pm $45 per person
* Dinner At The College Football Hall Of Fame this event will be held on Monday, June 12th, 2017 - 6:30 pm $90 per person
* Marietta Street Block Party this event will be held on Tuesday, June 13th, 2017 - 7:00 pm $60 per person
* The Rotary Foundation's 100th Birthday Party. Join president-elect john f. Germ and fellow Rotarians to commemorate this milestone Wednesday June 14th | House Of Friendship | $26.50
The Rotary Foundation's 100th Birthday Party<http://www.riconvention.
The Rotary Foundation's 100th Birthday Party<http://www.riconvention.
Closing Ceremony | 5:00-7:00 pm
Have you registered for the Zone Party
Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of The Rotary Foundation, and sign up for the FABULOUS ZONES 28 & 29 PARTY!!! (See the attached flyer.)
We have been amazingly lucky to The World of Coca Cola - for our party. This fun venue tells the story of Coca Cola - from it's invention (and the secret formula) . . . to how it is bottled . . . to the many ad promotions over the years . . . to all kinds of fun articles that have carried the Coke logo . . . to tasting the over 120 different Coke products that are sold worldwide (yes, you will be able to taste as many as you wish) . . . and much more!
In addition to your museum admission, there will be wonderful food, wine, beer and Coke products (2 drinks per person), a chance to have your photo taken with the Coca Cola polar bear . . . and more fun surprises!
Registration is now open. Go to www.atlanta2829party.com<http:
The party will be held on Sunday evening from 7 to 10 p.m. following the Opening Sessions of the Convention. It will be a great way to meet up with all of your friends from Zones 28 & 29, as well as to make lots of new friends.
Let me know if you have any questions. I am happy to help with any of your questions regarding the 2017 Atlanta Convention.
Holly Callen, PDG
2017 Atlanta Convention Promotion Committee
Chair, Zones 28 & 29 PARTY
Visit http://www.riconvention.org/
FOR PRESIDENT-ELECTS
President-elect's leadership luncheon for incoming RI officers, district governors, club presidents, and their spouses, but all convention registrants are welcome. Tuesday June 13th $45
FOR GENERAL ATTENDEES
* Blue Jeans, BBQ & Bluegrass this event will be held on Saturday, June 10th, 2017 - 6:00 pm $50 per person
* Candlelight Vigil For End Human Trafficking this event will be held on Saturday, June 10th, 2017 - 9:30 pm FREE
* Fabulous Zones 28 & 29 Party!!! (We are part of these Zones and you should have received an email invitation) Sunday evening June 11th evening from 7 to 10 p.m.Following the opening sessions of the convention. The World of Coca-Cola (downtown-about 2 blocks from the convention center) $90 per person (see details below to register)
* Gone With the Wind this screening will be held on Sunday, June 11th, 2017 - 7:00 PM $20 per person
* President's Recognition Luncheon for current club presidents, and spouses, but all convention registrants are welcome. Monday June 12th | location to be decided | $45 per person
* Host Hospitality Night this event will be held on Monday, June 12th, 2017 - 6:30 pm $45 per person
* Dinner At The College Football Hall Of Fame this event will be held on Monday, June 12th, 2017 - 6:30 pm $90 per person
* Marietta Street Block Party this event will be held on Tuesday, June 13th, 2017 - 7:00 pm $60 per person
* The Rotary Foundation's 100th Birthday Party. Join president-elect john f. Germ and fellow Rotarians to commemorate this milestone Wednesday June 14th | House Of Friendship | $26.50
The Rotary Foundation's 100th Birthday Party<http://www.riconvention.
The Rotary Foundation's 100th Birthday Party<http://www.riconvention.
Closing Ceremony | 5:00-7:00 pm
Have you registered for the Zone Party
Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of The Rotary Foundation, and sign up for the FABULOUS ZONES 28 & 29 PARTY!!! (See the attached flyer.)
We have been amazingly lucky to The World of Coca Cola - for our party. This fun venue tells the story of Coca Cola - from it's invention (and the secret formula) . . . to how it is bottled . . . to the many ad promotions over the years . . . to all kinds of fun articles that have carried the Coke logo . . . to tasting the over 120 different Coke products that are sold worldwide (yes, you will be able to taste as many as you wish) . . . and much more!
In addition to your museum admission, there will be wonderful food, wine, beer and Coke products (2 drinks per person), a chance to have your photo taken with the Coca Cola polar bear . . . and more fun surprises!
Registration is now open. Go to www.atlanta2829party.com<http:
The party will be held on Sunday evening from 7 to 10 p.m. following the Opening Sessions of the Convention. It will be a great way to meet up with all of your friends from Zones 28 & 29, as well as to make lots of new friends.
Let me know if you have any questions. I am happy to help with any of your questions regarding the 2017 Atlanta Convention.
Holly Callen, PDG
2017 Atlanta Convention Promotion Committee
Chair, Zones 28 & 29 PARTY