FGS Conference BlogPhiladelphia, PA, September 3-6, 2008 Visit this blog often to learn about conference highlights, deadlines, when the program is posted online, meal events, special events, tourism details, reminders, and so much more.Unpacked Laundry done- September 8, 2008 I know that some folks who traveled to the FGS Philly Conference from beyond the city, are still in Pennsylvania researching their family history or just visiting the old home town. There was a lot of walking in Philly, that&8217;s why the blog urged you to wear comfortable shoes. I got my Exhibit Hall purchases ...http://www.fgsconference.org/blog/?p=183 Thanks to the volunteers- September 8, 2008 Did you know that all those folks who worked at the registration desk, took your ticket at the banquet or a luncheon, wore the Ask Me buttons, planned the program, chaired the conference, worked with the vendors, organized the A-V needs, introduced speakers, wrote for the blog, served as a room monitor, etc, etc, etc ...http://www.fgsconference.org/blog/?p=182 The First & Second Days of the Conference- September 5, 2008 Let&8217;s see - where should I begin. How about today&8217;s luncheons that had a wonderful chocolate mousse. The folks scurrying from one lecture to another. The eager shoppers and browsers in the Exhibit Hall. The note taking in lectures. And best of all, hearing so many people chatting with one another in the halls, sitting ...http://www.fgsconference.org/blog/?p=181 Did you find a neat restaurant or other conference news you want to share- September 2, 2008 You can let others know about conference events and the surrounding Philly area this week such as book signings, wonderful restaurants, deals in the Exhibit Hall, other shopping, or places they should visit by sending an e-mail to &60;FGSConferencePublicitycomcast.net&62;.http://www.fgsconference.org/blog/?p=180 Luncheon & Banquet Tickets Available.- September 2, 2008 Usually once at the conference, some people wish they had purchased a ticket to one of the noon luncheons or to the exciting Friday evening banquet. If you are among these folks, be sure to check at the registration area&8217;s Issue Resolution Booth as there are some extra meal tickets available for last minute decisions!http://www.fgsconference.org/blog/?p=179 Hello from the Marriott Hotel in downtown Philadelphia- September 2, 2008 The genealogists are arriving. Some came early to do research, others are staying after the conference, and the local folks are making us feel very welcome. Some took city tours today and others went to see the Liberty Bell. The 7-11 convenience store directly across from the Marriott main entrance is a good place to ...http://www.fgsconference.org/blog/?p=178 Vendor: Gloria Craig Youth Foundation- September 2, 2008 This organization is dedicated to teaching youth to be entrepreneurs. The booth will have books on the African American experience, estate dolls, designer tights for fall, cloth and raffia bags, Maya Angelou collection of gift items, journal, African centered dolls and more. Look for them in the back of the Exhibit Hall.http://www.fgsconference.org/blog/?p=177 |