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Events
Main Events Sponsored by CCH Canadian
The opening reception will be a memorable kick-off to the CALL/ACBD 2006 Conference.
Monday Fun Night
at Red’s (West Edmonton Mall) Sponsored by Thomson Carswell
CALL/ACBD 2006 will feature a fun night at West Edmonton Mall. This exceptional shopping centre includes Red’s, a fun-filled facility that is the perfect venue for a Monday night break. Red’s features food and fun including a Mini-Olympics with bowling, games, and billiards. An evening at Red’s is unforgettable!
Closing Banquet
- "A Western Night" Sponsored by LexisNexis The 2006 closing banquet will be a wonderful evening
of dining and dancing at Blatchford Field Air Hangar Conference attendees will enjoy the atmosphere of Fort Edmonton Park and dancing to live music in a replica 1929 air hangar. Blatchford Field Air Hangar is a wonderful venue to enjoy fine dining and dancing to the sounds of Aura. The repertoire of the band includes over 250 songs; from ballads to rock 'n roll, latin to big band swing, polkas to contemporary top 40, and a lot more. Saturday Activities
A rich cultural mosaic spans both sides of the North Saskatchewan River. Discover Edmonton's history and diversity by bus as you visit a variety of cultural and heritage sites including the prominent neighbourhoods of Glenora and Oliver. Explore Downtown's multi-ethnic neighbourhoods (eg. Chinatown and Little Italy), see academic landmarks at the University of Alberta campus, and get off the bus at the Legislature grounds. After a brief stop at the grounds, enjoy a leisurely 2 hour walking tour through parts of the river valley, while listening to archaeological interpretations. Travel to sites along the river valley that retrace the steps of the aboriginal people of Alberta. Stroll along the riverbank to see where archaeological discoveries support evidence of burial grounds, campsites, Hudson’s Bay Forts, coal mines and brickyards. Continue the historical walk by exploring Old Strathcona, the city’s largest heritage area. Listen to stories, past and present, of the development, characters, and events from this treasured community, while discovering charming shops and historic buildings. For the final hour, view other points of interest by bus, such as the Muttart Conservatory, prior to returning to the Westin. (1 hour bus, 2 hours walking, final hour by bus) Price per person: $45 - includes transportation and tour guide fees. GST included. Complimentary bottled water provided. Minimum 6 people
Pioneers, Pyrogies & Parkland - tour cancelled due to insufficient numbers. Art Shop Walk & Talk - tour cancelled due to insufficient numbers.
Ghosts and Graveyards! Depart from the Westin on one of Nite Tours’ Fun Buses, and travel to The Guilty Martini lounge in Old Strathcona. Enjoy a multi-media presentation on ghosts and ghost hunting while upping your courage level with refreshments of your choice, followed by a visit to this establishment’s Haunted Stairwell! Back on the bus, your experienced tour guide will entertain you with a blend of ghost stories and well-researched Edmonton historical facts. The evening’s route includes:
The tour ends back at the Westin, whereupon you may retreat in safety for the evening, or continue imbibing drinks right across the street at First City, a fabulous New York style lounge, or alternatively at the Sherlock Holmes pub, just around the corner. NOTE
Price: $35.00 per person (includes Fun Bus, tour guide, entrance to Guilty Martini and other tour sites, media presentation, 2 drink tickets (no restriction on type) and GST. Run / Walk River Valley Walk or Run in the Mornings Experience Edmonton's beautiful river valley! Join us for a group led Walk or Run in the longest interlinked recreational area of urban parkland in North America! The Walk/Runs will be approx. 40 - 45 minutes out and back (5 Km leisurely runs). There should still be time to get a muffin and juice afterwards. Different routes will be offered every day. All participants meet inside the Westin, in the Lobby, about 15 minutes prior. For all the details, see walkrun.pdf - please note changed times. Post-Conference Suggestions Price of each per person: $180 Includes breakfast, park entrance fee and transportation Includes breakfast, entrance to theRoyal Tyrrell Museum, and transportation Ph: 888-488-8687 Whitehorse, Yukon is the deep south of the far north. Come for a post conference visit. Leave Edmonton on any Friday in May and stay for three nights (long nights, as the sun sets around 10:30 p.m. in May) and return to Edmonton on Monday. A great deal starting as low as $309.00 per person is waiting for you. See attached notice from Air North for more details.
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at Fort Edmonton Park. One of Edmonton's premier attractions, Fort
Edmonton Park is a living history museum that traces the growth
and development of Edmonton. For photos, see:
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