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1. Who should attend the First Lady Conference? All Pastors' Wives are encouraged to attend.
Senior Pastors' Wives, Assistant Pastors' Wives, Associate Pastors' Wives, Widows of Pastors (Women in a New Season of Life and Ministry) and Wives of Men Studying for the Pastorate.
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2. Can men attend the conference (husbands, sons etc.)? All First Lady Conference sessions and workshops are for women only.
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3. What does the registration fee include?
Lady Conference Luncheon Tickets are available for purchase with your registration. All attendees are encouraged to purchase additional tickets and bring other women from their churches along.The registration fee includes admittance to six general sessions, three workshops, Networking & Late Night Q&A Sessions, a variety of conference handouts/materials, and a conference bag. Entrance into the First Lady Luncheon is included with the purchases of Packages 1 & 2 only. Additional activities such as Spa Day and OCBF Ministry Tour may be purchased for a small fee. Conference registration does not include the hotel room, meals or flight arrangements.
Package 1: Full Conference Package
Includes: Intensive Workshop, General Workshops, General Sessions & Luncheon
Package 2: Conference & Luncheon
Includes: General Workshops, General Sessions & Luncheon
Package 3: Conference & Intensive
Includes: Intensive Workshop, General Workshops, & General Sessions
Package 4: Conference Only
Includes: General Workshop & General Sessions
Package 5: One Day Registration
Wednesday Includes: General Workshop, General Sessions, & Straight Talk- Q&A
Thursday Includes: General Workshop, General Sessions
Package 6: Intensive Practicum Only
Includes: 4-hour Intensive Practicum Workshop
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4. Do I have to register to attend the First Lady Conference? The evening general sessions are open to the public. Conference workshops, morning general sessions, intensive classes, and other activities however, are reserved for conference registrants. We encourage you to take advantage of conference registration, which guarantees seating in the main ballroom during general sessions.
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5. Are group rates available? Yes, if you bring 10 new participants you will receive 1 free registration.
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6. Can I register when I get to the First Lady Conference? Yes, registration is available on-site. However space is limited, so we encourage you to register NOW!__________________________________________________
7. Will The Urban Alternative provide ground transportation at any time during the First Lady Conference? You are responsible for your own transportation to and from the hotel, as well as to all non-conference related activities. Transportation will be provided to the following conference activities taking place away from the Fairmont Hotel: Spa Day, & OCBF Ministry Tour.
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8. What and where is the host hotel? The host hotel is the Fairmont Hotel, 1717 North Akard Dallas, TX. For more information, visit www.fairmont.com/dallas or call 214.720.2020. Be sure to mention that you are a participant of The Urban Alternative's First Lady Conference to receive the special conference rate. __________________________________________________
9. Are spa treatments included in the registration fee? No. Spa treatments are a-la-carte. You may reserve your discounted spa treatment through The Urban Alternative Events Department beginning February 14, 2011. Call 1.800.800.3222, ext. 229 to receive spa services and rates.
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10. Whom should I speak to about sponsorship opportunities? __________________________________________________
11. Is there a Dress Code? Attire for the First Lady Conference is business casual.
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12. How much does it cost to stay at the host hotel and how do I make a reservation? Just mention that you are participant of The Urban Alternative's First Lady Conference when you call reservations at 214.720.2020 Rooms are on a first-come, first-serve basis and subject to availability. To receive the group rate, reservations must be made by September 9, 2011.
The hotel rates are as follows:
Fairmont King
Fairmont Double
Fairmont Deluxe
Fairmont Suite |
$169
$169
$199
$249 |
Please Note: The Urban Alternative does not arrange for guest-room reservations. A limited number of rooms have been set aside for attendees of the First Lady Conference. Rooms are on a first-come, first-serve basis and subject to availability.
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13. What is your cancellation policy for registration? A refund of 50% of registration fees will be made upon receipt of written cancellation postmarked no later than August 26, 2011. No subsequent refunds will be made after August 26, 2011. All requests must be submitted in writing to The Urban Alternative, Events Department, P.O. Box 4000, Dallas, TX 75208 or via email at cgonzales@tonyevans.org. __________________________________________________
14. Does the registration fee include any meals? Conference Registration Packages 1 & 2 include one meal — Thursday Luncheon. The remaining meals are at your own expense.
You may purchase additional luncheon tickets (women only) by calling 1.800.800.3222 x229.
Discounted meals will be available for participants in the Fairmont Hotel's Brasserie Room. The hotel restaurant—the Pyramid Grill - also serves delicious, affordable meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
You will also find dozens of eating establishments conveniently located within walking distance of the Fairmont Hotel. Contact the hotel concierge for details.
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15. How will the attendees know where to go? Once you've registered, a schedule of the workshops you have chosen will be mailed to you. You will also receive a final schedule detailing what room the workshops you have selected will be held in. Schedules will also be posted daily throughout the Fairmont Hotel during the conference.
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16. What if I have an emergency and need to request a refund? A refund of 50% of registration fees will be made upon receipt of written cancellation postmarked no later than August 26, 2011. No subsequent refunds will be made after August 26, 2011. All requests must be submitted in writing to The Urban Alternative, Events Department, P.O. Box 4000, Dallas, TX 75208 or via email at cgonzales@tonyevans.org. __________________________________________________
17. How do I enter the Pastors' Wives Advanced Certification Program? Since 2005, The First Lady Conference has partnered with Dallas Theological Seminary professors to offer a selection of seminary-level workshops. These workshops are clearly identified as Advanced Certification Program courses (in bold letters) next to their titles in the conference brochure. The Urban Alternative will have maintained a record your attendance in each of these workshops. Those women eligible for graduation will be contacted. If you believe that you are eligible to graduate, you may contact the Events Department at 214.943.3868, ext. 229 for graduation details and/or a record of Advanced Certification courses you have previously taken.
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18. Will I receive confirmation of my registration? You should receive a confirmation letter via US Mail within four weeks after your registration has been submitted. Confirmations for multiple registrations may be received at different times.
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19. What should I do if I have not received my confirmation letter by the conference? Call Customer Service at 800.800.3222, ext. 229 to confirm your registration. Bring any receipt or payment confirmation with you to Registration at the conference. (i.e. cancelled check, online confirmation, bank or credit card statement) Please remember that to be considered completely registered, you must select your classes.
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20. What happens if I lose or forget my badge? To replace your badge there will be a $5.00 non-refundable fee. Visit the On-Site Registration desk for assistance.
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21. Do you allow vendors at the conference? Vendor booth and sponsorship packages are available. Download the sponsorship/exhibitor package from the conference website ( www.loisevans.org) for details. __________________________________________________
I am a member of the media planning to attend the First Lady Conference. What procedure should I follow to obtain my credentials?
Media credentials may be obtained by calling the Events Department at 214/943-3868, ext. 202.
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