For those who want more information on specific events at the Convention...

Please remember - Some of these events are MEMBERS ONLY. No one will be admitted without proper credentials.

LMK if you need more information.

Belinda
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Wednesday 5:30 pm -The Early Bird Reception followed by the first Trade Session at 7:00 pm - For those members who are in town the evening before the show opens, this is a chance to relax and socialize with other members. An awards ceremony will take place at the reception, with the announcement of the prestigious "Chip of the Year" and "Token of the Year" as well as second group of inductees into the CC>CC Hall of Fame. Light refreshments will be served during the Reception.

The Trade Session begins at 7:00. Members are encouraged to bring only what they can carry to this session. No trading before 7 pm please.

Thursday 8:00 am - Silver Strikes/Tokens meeting. A round table session led by Mary Waterbury and Jack Haddock. One topic of discussion will be the possible formation of a "chapter" to promote collecting of Silver Strikes/Tokens.

Thursday 2:00 pm - World Workshop to Standardize Codes for Chips, Plaques and Tokens
A follow up to last year's meeting. The committee will present its report and the group will try to reach a consensus on a proposal to be presented at the Business Meeting.

Thursday 7:30 pm - Club Business Meeting
Members are urged to attend. The new Board of Officers will be sworn into office during the meeting. Many other issues will be discussed and comments from the floor will be heard. Remember, this is YOUR opportunity to make your voice heard.

Thursday 10:00 pm - The 1st Annual CC>CC Championship Poker Challenge - Members who have pre-registered at the Orleans Poker Room will sit down to a "friendly" game of Hold 'Em. (Operative word is "friendly". <G>) If you aren't playing, come by cheer your favorite player on.

Friday 8:30 am - Cyberchipping Forum - "Chipping on the Net" - Led by four of the "experts" in cyberchipping, this seminar is a must for those interested in chipping on the Net. Whether you're a "newbie" or an "old hand" at the Internet this is an excellent opportunity to share your experiences, ask questions and meet the faces of those you've been typing to.

At 8 am ( I know, it's early <g>) before the Seminar gets underway, former Prodigy members (and anyone else who wants to attend) are invited to a "wake" for Prodigy chipping. Come say "good-bye" to a service that brought a lot of us into the world of cyberchipping.

Friday 6:30 pm - Annual Club Auction - Over 250 lots will be up for bid. Sign up at Bruce Landau's table (#10).

Saturday 9:00 am - "Ask the Masters" Educational Forum
Those new to the hobby (or old-timers for that matter) should plan on attending this seminar. Come ask whatever questions that you'd like. You're sure to get some answers and probably some disagreement, which should lead to some thought provoking discussion.

Saturday - 7:00 pm - "The Last Dance" Trade Session. If you still haven't had enough, this is your last chance to do some trading. Session lasts until midnight or until the last trade is made, whichever comes first. Please bring only what you can carry. Light refreshments will be served.