Annual Conference

Events

This is a listing of social events during the conference. For a listing of conference program events see our special program events page.

 

Thursday, May 4, 2006

First-Timers' Reception (3:00 - 3:30 p.m.)

The First-Timers' Reception is held to welcome newcomers to the NASIG organization and conference, provide a venue for mentors and mentees to meet for the first time, and create networking opportunities. It's a great way to start the conference.

First-timers have the opportunity to be mentored by a person who has attended at least one previous NASIG conference. Information about the mentoring program and the application form are available on the NASIG website. The deadline for applying is April 14.


Dinner at Red Rocks

Following the opening ceremonies, the Thursday evening dinner event will take place at the lovely Red Rocks Visitor Center. Red Rocks Visitor Center is located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains near Morrison, Colorado, 15 miles west of Denver, in the midst of an 816-acre park. Panoramic views of the mile-high city abound and we will be treated to videos of noteworthy musical performances at the famous Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Go to the Red Rocks web site for more information: http://www.redrocksonline.com. All scheduled activities are indoors.

Seven buses will make continuous loops from the Marriott to Red Rocks between 5:30 and 10:30 p.m. The first bus will begin boarding at 5:30 p.m. The trip from the Marriott to Red Rocks will take approximately 30 minutes. Buffet dinner service will begin at 7 p.m and continue to 9 p.m. The last bus will leave Red Rocks at 10:00 p.m.

Directions for those who'd like to drive themselves:

Coming from Downtown, take I-70 west to exit 259, turn left at the bottom of the Morrison exit ramp, cruise on downhill 1.5 miles to the Red Rocks Park entrance.

Coming from south Denver, take C-470 to the Morrison exit, turn west and follow the signs to the Park entrances.

Click here for a map.

Friday, May 5, 2006

Dine-Arounds

Sign up sheets for local restaurants with menus will be available near registration. Each restaurant will be within walking distance of the Marriott and a NASIG colleague will make reservations on your behalf, choose a meeting place in the Marriott, and walk over to the restaurant with the group.


Central Denver Art Walk

Many galleries stay open late the first Friday of each month - generally from 5pm-8pm or later. Galleries with changing exhibits take this opportunity to introduce the general public to new shows. A host of surrounding businesses in the area accommodate the crowds, restaurants, bars, bookstores and so forth. Some free transportation is available for the self-guided tour. Participating districts include the Golden Triangle and Old Town Santa Fe Drive.

Saturday, May 6, 2006

Fun Run (6:00 a.m.)

Saturday morning, bright and early join your colleagues in your sneakers and take a pre-arranged run/walk. The 3 mile run/walk is intended to be taken at your own pace. Click here for full details and a map.


Open Mic at The Tattered Cover (3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.)

Are you a poet who would like to share your work? Are you a dramatic reader with a favorite piece? Have you been working on the Great American Folk Song and need an audience? Or do you simply long to stand in front of and speak into a microphone? Here's your chance! NASIG 2006 proudly presents Open Mic at the Tattered Cover!

Join us on Saturday, 3:30-5:30, for an afternoon of poetry, reading, and song at the renowned Tattered Cover Book Store, 1628 16th Street. The store is within easy walking distance of the conference hotel. Directions are below. Refreshments will be available from Coffee Corner (in the store), and we will provide wine. For the more theatrically-minded among us, a small selection of props will be provided.

Directions from the conference hotel (Marriott at 1701 California Street) to the Tattered Cover Book Store at 1628 16th Street:

Walk south one block from conference hotel to the16th Street Mall.
Take the free mall shuttle to the Market Street Station (7 blocks).
Exit station and proceed to 16th Street.
Walk two blocks west to 1628 16th Street.


Colorado Rockies Baseball Game

All of the baseball tickets in the NASIG block have been sold. You can purchase tickets directly from the Rockies online at http://colorado.rockies.mlb.com/ or call 1-800-388-7625.

Game begins at 6:05 p.m.

The Colorado Rockies will host the Houston Astros. NASIG has arranged for a block of tickets in the lower reserve outfield section. Transportation to the game is not included in the ticket price but the stadium is just a free ride on the 16th Street Mall Shuttle and a short walk from the conference hotel.

Here are directions from the conference hotel (Marriott at 1701 California Street) to Coors Field (20th and Blake Street):

Walk south one block from conference hotel to the16th Street Mall.
Take the free mall shuttle to the Market Street Station (7 blocks).
Exit station and proceed to 17th Street. Walk one block west on 17th to Blake Street.
Take Blake Street north, 3 blocks, to 20th Street.

Click here for a map and information about the free MallRide.


Dine-Arounds

Sign up sheets for local restaurants with menus will be available near registration. Each restaurant will be within walking distance of the Marriott and a NASIG colleague will make reservations on your behalf, choose a meeting place in the Marriott and walk over to the restaurant with the group.