CONFERENCE: NOV 8-10, 2007 PRE-CONFERENCE INSTITUTES: NOV 7, 2007: REGISTRATION

Networking Events

Join us for a Rhythmic Welcome at the National Guild Community Drum Circle
Wednesday, Nov. 7, 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Kick off your conference with a groovin’ good time. Everyone is welcome and you don't need to be a drummer to participate. Drums and percussion instruments provided. This is an experience you don't want to miss!

Arts Education Expo
Thursday, Nov. 8, 5:30pm – Saturday, November 10, 1:00pm
The Arts Education Expo is where leading vendors and manufacturers and community arts education leaders connect. Come find a new registration software package, music technology lab, or materials supplier. Businesses interested in exhibiting may contact Ryan Raymond, Bentley-Hall: (315) 422-4488 x 104 or ryan@bentley-hall.com.

Download the Sponsor/Exhibitor/Advertiser Brochure

Opening Night Reception
Thursday, Nov. 8, 5:30 – 7:00pm
Start the conference surrounded by friends old and new. Explore the Arts Education Expo. Mingle, network, connect.

Taste of L.A. Dinners
Thursday, Nov. 8, 7:15pm
Join your peers as we head out for dinner at some of LA’s hottest eateries. Entrees will average between $20 and $30, payable at the restaurant. Choose a restaurant when you check-in at the Conference registration desk.

Annual Meeting Breakfast
Friday, Nov. 9, 7:30 — 9:00am
Join us as National Guild leaders report on your national service organization’s recent accomplishments and plans for the future. Help us elect the next class of Guild Trustees. And pick up complimentary copies of the Guild’s most recent publications!

Chapter Luncheons
Friday, Nov. 9, 1:15 — 3:00pm
Each of the Guild’s 11 regional chapters will meet for lunch to network, conduct chapter elections, and plan chapter activities for the coming year. Chapter luncheons are open to all conference delegates. Come meet peers from your neck of the woods.

Trustees Reception
Friday, Nov. 9, 6:30 — 8:00pm (by invitation only)
Trustees from member schools are invited to join National Guild leaders at Los Angeles’ Museum of Contemporary Art (MoCA) for drinks, hors d’oeuvres and some very special entertainment. It's the National Guild's way of saying "thanks" for the tremendous support trustees provide our member institutions.

Topic Table Breakfast
Saturday, Nov. 10, 7:30 — 9:00am
Exchange information and insights with your peers while enjoying a healthy, hearty breakfast. Choose from a host of discussion topics including financial aid programs, fund raising, marketing, and more!

Annual Awards Luncheon
Saturday, Nov. 10, 1:15 — 3:00pm
Join us in a celebratory luncheon honoring Iona Benson and Liz Lerman—two women who have made extraordinary contributions to the field of community arts education.

Closing Celebration
Saturday, Nov. 10, 6:30 — 9:30pm
Celebrate a successful conference by joining us at the Colburn School for dinner, a tour of their fabulous new facilities, and performances by outstanding dance, mime and music students. Great food, delicious drinks and a show!