IAPD/IPRA CONFERENCE 2003

4,300 Delegates
280 Commercial exhibitors
143 CEU workshops and educational sessions
16 Satisfaction-guaranteed pre-conference workshops
3 Days of the best educational and networking opportunities you can get in Illinois

Don't miss the best state conference for parks and recreation in the nation— the 2003 IAPD/IPRA Conference! Start in with one of 16 satisfaction-guaranteed pre-conference workshops on subjects ranging from "Anger Management in Sports" and "Powerful Positive Tools to Manage and Lead" to "Human Resources Roundtable" and "Diversity: Deluged and Deluded." All pre-conference workshops award 0.3 CEUs and the pre-registration deadline is December 27, 2002.

This conference boasts the largest exhibit ever for Illinois parks and recreation with more than 280 commercial manufacturers, distributors, designers and educational booths. Win Cash prizes and weekend trips to Illinois state parks, daily in the exhibit hall!

With 143 CEU workshops and educational sessions for professionals and board members, you'll find this conference your ideal training ground and networking venue. Fun, of course, is in the mix. Thursday opens with Velvet & Satin, the fabulous Motown revue band, with its seven lead vocals and 16 total band members—plenty of brass and boogie. They brought the house down in Peoria two years ago at our conference. The always popular university and affiliate parties start Friday night and so does the IAPD commissioner reception celebrating the IAPD's 75th Anniversary in die Crystal Ballroom from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Chicago Park District is our host agency and has made so many special events possible, including An Evening at The Field Museum, museum passes for spouses and guests, plus on Friday a special tour of Homan Square, a public-private initiative that has transformed Chicago's North Lawndale community.

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Conference At-A-Glance Thursday, January 23 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. ....................Registration Desk Open 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. ................. Pre-conference Workshops 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. ................... Pre-conference Workshops 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. ....................Grand Opening Exhibit Party Visit more than 280 exhibitors and educational booths displaying the most recent products and services for the parks, recreation, forest preserve and conservation industry. All full conference delegates may exchange a ticket for a sandwich and snacks in the exhibit food areas. 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. .......Professional Connection - Student     and Professional Networking Opportunity 6:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. ............ University & Affiliate      Hospitalities 9:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. . Thursday Evening Social - Velvet &      Satin Friday, January 24 7:30 a.m. -4:30 a.m. .............................Registration Desk Open 8:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. .................................Educational Sessions 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. ................................. Exhibit Hall Open 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. .................................... CEU Workshops 10:45 a.m.- 12:00 p.m. ........................ Educational Workshops Noon - 2:15 p.m.....All Conference Luncheon and     Awards Show IAPD and IPRA will present top awards to elected officials, legislators and professionals during the 2003 IAPD/IPRA All Conference Luncheon. After lunch, enjoy dessert in the Exhibit Hall and stop by the ICPRF Silent Auction. 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. ................. Student Luncheon 2:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m. .................... Dessert in the Exhibit Hall 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. .................... CEU Workshops 3:30 p.m. -4:45 p.m. ......................Educational Sessions 5:00 p.m. -6:15 p.m. .................. IPRA Annual Business Meeting 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. ........ IAPD 75th Anniversary      Kickoff Reception 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m............... University & Affiliate    Hospitalities 7:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m......... Illinois Ethnic Minority    Society Social Saturday, January 25 7:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m....... Registration Desk Open 8:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m................. Educational Sessions 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m................... Exhibit Hall Open 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.............. CEU Workshops 10:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. ............. Educational Workshops 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. .......................... CEU Workshops 1:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. .....................Educational Sessions 3:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m. ...... Closing General Session     with Danny Glover 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. ........... IAPD Annual Business Meeting 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. ............... An Evening at The Field    Museum

CLOSING GENERAL SESSION

DANNY GLOVER

Most people know him as the older, more cautious partner of the volatile Mel Gibson in Hollywood's Lethal Weapon movies. His most recent role was in the offbeat, critically acclaimed The Royal Tennenbaum's where Glover played a gentle scholar opposite Anjelica Huston. His film and stage credits are numerous. And his television roles have earned Glover many nominations and awards, including an Emmy nomination for his portrayal in TVs highest rated mini-series "Lonesome Dove."

Inspired by his work as a goodwill ambassador to the United Nations, Glover is teaming up with HBO to develop a movie about Rwanda. He is also investigating a project about Toussant L'Overture and the Haitian refugees. In his private life, Danny Glover is an advocate for literacy and the arts. He is an activist for racial equality and social justice. Glover is a recipient of the Marion Anderson Award, which honors artists whose leadership benefits humanity.

Hear Danny Glover speak at the close of the 2003 IAPD/IPRA Conference, Saturday, January 25, 3:15 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.

AN EVENING AT THE FIELD MUSEUM

THE FIELD MUSEUM

The closing event of the 2003 IAPD/IPRA Conference will be held at one of Chicago's most fascinating venues: The Field Museum. Enjoy a reception in the beautiful Stanley Field Hall on Saturday, January 25 from 7:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.

We will have exclusive access to the museum for the evening to explore its world-class exhibits including "Underground Adventure," "Inside Ancient Egypt" and "DNA to Dinosaurs."

You don't want to miss this opportunity to see the past and future all in one place!

And special thanks to the Chicago Park District for making our Saturday evening event possible at The Field Museum.

IAPD CELEBRATES 75 YEARS IN 2003

The Illinois Association of Park Districts and the Illinois Park and Recreation Association are proud to recognize the 75th anniversary of IAPD in the year 2003, with celebrations starting at the IAPD/IPRA Conference. Join us in Chicago for the kickoff to the IAPD diamond anniversary!

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