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94th Optimist International Convention
July 12-14, 2012
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

After a spectacular convention in Baltimore, Optimists are holding on to fond memories of Maryland and putting the inner harbor behind them to head to the lakefront in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The official dates are July 12-14, 2012 and excitement is already building. Members are encouraged to include additional days to visit the attractions, see the sites and experience Milwaukee!

Registration
Online registration is now open!

Milwaukee Registration Form - for Members who prefer to print off a form to submit by mail or fax.

Housing
For the 2012 Convention, it's all about choices! Convention delegates can choose one of three hotels. So what will it be: the Hilton Milwaukee City Center, where some of the Convention events will take place, the Hyatt Regency or the DoubleTree Hotel? Learn more about them all!

The Hilton and Hyatt Hotels are connected and the DoubleTree Hotel is adjacent to the Frontier Airlines Center all located in the heart of downtown Milwaukee.  For additional information on each hotel, go to their websites listed below.  One night room and tax due at time of booking.

Hilton Milwaukee City Center Hotel  (Headquarters)
509 W. Wisconsin Avenue
Milwaukee, Wisconsin  53203
 Book your hotel reservation online by clicking here
Call (414) 271-7250.
Standard room rate (King or dbl/dbl) $125.00 + tax.

Hyatt Regency Milwaukee
333 West Kilbourn Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53203
Book your hotel reservation online by clicking here 
Call:(888) 421-1442
  
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Milwaukee Downtown
611 W. Wisconsin Avenue
Milwaukee, WI  53203
Book your hotel reservation online by clicking here 
Call (414) 273-2950 or (800) 222-TREE -  use block code  "OPT".
Standard room rate (King or dbl/dbl) $129.00 + tax.



Tentative Agenda
See what is planned for the 2012 Convention.

General Information
Details on the Convention will be posted soon.


Voting Information
Candidate information and the proposed Bylaws amendments will be posted as information becomes available.

Convention Newsletter
Learn more about the Milwaukee International convention.


Sample Agendas for Various Attendees
The 2012 Convention will have something for everyone, from first timers to those who never miss the big event. Sample agendas will be posted soon for the following groups.
 
  • Club Officers-Elect
  • District Officers-Elect
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  • Experienced Convention Attendees
  • First Timers and New Members
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    Workshop listings
    Information on the 2012 workshops will be posted soon.

    Help Needed
    Volunteers are needed to help out at pre-registration. Stay tuned to learn more.

    Tuxedo Information
    Information will be posted soon. The President's Banquet and Ball will be held on Friday, July 13.

    Live from Convention!
    All of the action at this summer's Convention will once again be streaming live! The July Board of Directors meeting and all of the Convention Business Sessions will be streaming live on the Optimist channel at stream.optimist.org.
    Here are approximate times for each big event (note times are Eastern).
      Board of Directors Meeting – 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. July 11
      Opening Ceremonies – 7-9 p.m. July 12
      First Business Session – 9-11:30 a.m. July 13
      Second Business Session – 9-10:30 a.m. July 14
      Closing Business Session – 2-4 p.m. July 14

    Optimist International would love to see all Members in Milwaukee, but for those who can't make it, this is a great chance to tune in!

    Travel Discounts
    Whether traveling by plane, train or automobile, special deals are available to Optimists for the 2012 Convention.

    Airport -- Fly into Milwaukee's General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) approximately 8 miles from the Frontier Airlines Center and Hilton Milwaukee City Center

    Traveling by Air
    Following are convention discounts offered by airlines, Amtrak and rental car companies.

    Air Canada
    Go to www.aircanada.com 
    Discount Code FQ4E74C1
    (888) 247-2262. when calling, ticketing agent fees may apply.
    Tavel valid July 2-23, 2012.

    American Airlines
    Go to www.aa.com
    Discount code 9772BF
    Call (800) 433-1790.  A $25 (US) ticketing fee if purchased by phone.
    Travel valid July 4-27, 2012.

    Delta
    Online booking not available for discount.
    Call (800) 328-1111
    Discount code NM8C7
    Travel valid July 4-25, 2012.

    Traveling by Train
    Amtrak
    Reservations cannot be booked via Internet
    Call Amtrak at (800) 872-7245.
    Discount Code X98H-935
    Travel valid between July 8-18, 2012. 

    Airport Transportation
    Information will be posted as it becomes available.

    Rental Car Discounts
    Avis
    www.avis.com
    Discount Code B136001
    Call (800) 331-1600
     
    Budget
    www.budget.com
    Discount Code BCD# U160153
    Call (877) 516-7275
     
    Enterprise
    www.enterprise.com 
    Discount Code GE1025 and code OPT
    Call (800) 261-7331. 

    Local Attractions
    Arrive in Milwaukee a few days early or stay a few extra days and enjoy all that the area has to offer. Great resources will be posted soon, including:
      Videos
    Coupons
    Day Trips
    Click here to get a lay of the land!

    Youth Adventures
    Click here to find out about the fun activities that will keep the youngest attendees busy throughout Convention.

    Exhibitors
    Click here for the Exhibitor Prospectus and learn how to be a part of the 94th Optimist International Convention.

    Check back as exhibitors are added.

     
    		 


    Future Conventions
    Optimist International has its sights set on a few great destinations over the next several years.

    2011 Convention
    Review voting results and more from the 2011 Convention in Baltimore, Maryland.







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