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Please note: For those of you interested in purchasing tickets for the Mar Cocktail Cruise, we've just been informed that the Murphy's on the Water ticket office will now open May 15, not May 1st as we indicated below. >>> Sara Gillis <[log in to unmask]> 4/30/2009 1:30 PM >>> Our Local Arrangements and Social Events convenors have planned an array of social events for APLA 2009. A number of the events are first come, first served as spots are limited so sign up now to avoid disappointment! For more information on all events go to http://apla2009.ca/ or contact Local Arrangements and Social Events Co-convenors Lori McCay-Peet ([log in to unmask]) and Christina Warren ([log in to unmask]). Wednesday Night: Past President’s Reception - Come join fellow conference delegates at the Past President’s reception honouring all past presidents of the Association. This event provides an excellent chance to mingle and chat with old colleagues and meet new ones before the conference officially begins. Registration: No charge for this event and 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. Explore famous authors, learn about local newspaper and publishing history stretching back to the eighteenth century, and discover libraries and bookstores both past and present. Registration: No charge for this event, but registration is required; email Lori McCay-Peet at [log in to unmask] Thursday Night: Mar Cocktail Cruise - Join us 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. Registration: Phone Murphy’s on the Water (902) 423-7942 (box office opens May 1) to book your tickets ($22.99); email Christina Warren at [log in to unmask] with any questions 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: No charge for the AGNS tour, though delegates are encouraged to make a donation to the AGNS; no advance charge for McKelvie’s; email Lori McCay-Peet at [log in to unmask] to register Friday Night: APLA Merit Award Banquet and Dance - Join your colleagues for a pre-dinner cocktail and then settle in for a sumptuous dining experience, complete with a spectacular harbour front 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. Registration: Register for this event when you register online for the conference ($45; $20 for dance ticket only) Saturday Morning: 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: No advance charge; register for this event when you register online for the conference or contact Lori McCay-Peet at [log in to unmask] Regards, Sara Sara Gillis Promotion/Marketing Chair APLA Conference 2009 www.apla2009.ca APLA Conference 2009 Sharing – The Library Experience | Partager - L'expérience en bibliothèque June 10 - 13, 2009 Halifax Marriott Harbourfront Hotel