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MAR REAL Tour 2009Wednesday, October 7 9:00 am
The MAR REAL Tour 2009, Convention golf outing will take place at The Grand Traverse Resort & Spa's, The Wolverine, a Gary Player's signature course. Included in your outing fee are range balls, continental breakfast, boxed lunch on the course, two complimentary drink tickets and prizes at the conclusion of the outing. Fees for the outing are $110 per person. Visit The Wolverine Web Site
Leelanau Wine Tour
Wednesday, October 7 10:30 am – 3:00 pm Depart from the Grand Traverse Resort & Spa and travel by luxury accommodations while enjoying the beautiful scenery of Leelanau Wine Country. Your fun filled narrated tour of the wineries will include a fabulous box lunch at Corky's Wine Bar and Beach Bistro at the Vineyard Inn on Suttons Bay, private tour of Vineyard’s at French Valley Vineyards, visits and samples from a minimum of six wineries in Leelanau County. Tasting fees may not be included, varies according to Vineyard. Cost is $55 per person and space is limited. Register online, or download MAR's registration form, at the Fee's & Register Page.
CHANCE TO WIN A FREE NIGHT'S STAY!
Come early, have fun!!
Register now for the 2009 MAR REAL Tour Golf Outing and Leelanau Wine Tour being held on Wednesday, October 7 and you may win a free nights stay at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa*. Registered attendees of the events can complete a contest form at the event to win the cost of a nights stay. It is a great way to play and save! There is still space available but don't wait. *All entries must be turned in at the events. Winners will be asked to show proof of payment of hotel accommodations at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa to receive payment. Refund amount will be $177 which is equal to a standard hotel room plus taxes and resort fee.
Wednesday, October 7 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Build the momentum to take you through the entire convention by attending the Grand Assembly where the 2009 REALTOR® of the Year will be announced. Also, enjoy the inspriational and interactive performance of DrumCafe. This upbeat and unifying group will provide the perfect jump start to your stay at the Convention.
Welcome ReceptionWednesday, October 7 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Following the Grand Assembly, head to the Expo Hall for the ever-popular Welcome Reception. Take advantage of this great opportunity to see the exhibitors and network. Open to all, complimentary hors d’oeuvres and two drink tickets per attendee.
ExpoWednesday, October 7 • 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Thursday, October 8 • 11:00 am - 5:30 pm
No, the trade expo isn’t a class to attend, but it is an education on how to work smarter, faster and stronger than ever before. Exhibitors will be on hand to help your business compete and thrive. Spend time with industry experts whose goal is simple – to make you more successful. On Wednesday, immediately following the Grand Assembly until 8 and 4 – 5:30 p.m. on Thursday enjoy social and business opportunities, bars, edibles and more during this leisurely time to speak with exhibitors, network and mingle with friends.
RPAC Donor BreakfastThursday, October 8
RPAC Silent AuctionThursday, October 8 11:00 am - 5:00 pm With a new time and new location, don’t miss the opportunity to bid on artwork, weekend getaways, gift baskets, sporting event tickets and much more! The RPAC Auction will now be held during the Expo. Visit the exhibitors and make your bids! The auction tables will close down beginning at 4:40 p.m. with the final table closing at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday. If you are donating items to the auction, please deliver them to the RPAC Booth between 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, and 11:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. on Thursday. RPAC is the only grassroots and issues mobilizing force that exists to protect and promote the tradition of home ownership and real estate investment.
REALTOR® Royale
Thursday, October 8 8:30 pm - 11:30 pm "Fall Into Fun"Leave your worries behind for a night of falling into fun, at the harvest themed REALTOR® Royale. With DJ, drinks and dancing come together with your peers to celebrate a successful convention, new ideas learned and a beautiful season in our state of Michigan, as the leaves change their colors in Traverse City with MAR.
Delegate BodyFriday, October 9
7:30 am - 9:00 am The Delegate Body Meeting is held annually for Delegates and Alternates who are appointed by the local associations. Each Association can have 2 voting delegates and 2 alternates. The Delegate Body Packet is sent out two weeks prior to the meeting to all appointed delegates and alternates and contains the complete agenda and all back up material. The voting delegates should review this packet prior to the meeting and bring it with them. Ballots will be issued at check in beginning at 7:30 am. If you have any questions please contact Shelley Albert at salbert@mirealtors.com or 517-372-8890.
Spa Grand Traverse Special
WCR Wines of Traverse ReceptionOctober 6, 2009 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Enhance your wine knowledge and have the opportunity to sample several wines while you network with friends and colleagues from around the state. $10.00 per person includes various samplings from over 30 selections as well as light hors d'oeuvres. This reception is open to ALL convention attendees. It is encouraged that you purchase your ticket online through the MAR website when registering for the convention. |