Hedgehogs4 Posted June 6, 2009 Share Posted June 6, 2009 i'm going for the first time and i can't wait...any tips? i know it's huge and wonderful and all that...what do we need to pack? most importantly, how do we eat there? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathleen in VA Posted June 6, 2009 Share Posted June 6, 2009 i'm going for the first time and i can't wait...any tips? i know it's huge and wonderful and all that...what do we need to pack? most importantly, how do we eat there? From the HEAV website: FOOD & MEALS Q: May we bring food with us? A: You are welcome to bring food to eat in your hotel room, and you may request a mini-refrigerator when you make your hotel reservation. However, according to the Greater Richmond Convention Center's rules, no food may be brought into the Richmond Center from outside sources. (Good news! Our understanding is that the new Hilton Garden Inn, a stone's throw from the Richmond Center, includes small refrigerators and microwaves in all their rooms. More details to come!) Q: Where can we get something to eat? A: There are several options: Richmond Center Cafeteria (Exhibit Hall Building, Second Floor) Concessions throughout the buildings Marriott Blue Fire Steakhouse Starbucks Café (Serves a limited menu; not all Starbucks' items are available.) The Onyx Lounge Hilton Garden Inn Great American Grill Local Fare Go to the Information & Security booth and pickup a list of nearby restaurants, as well as driving directions to places further away. (Some restaurants may offer discounts for customers from our convention.) ALSO: http://www.everydayhomemaking.com/articles/enjoy_state_convention.html An article from last year: http://www.heav.org/resources/articles/making-the-most-of-the-convention.html And, finally, about buying used curriculum: http://www.heav.org/resources/articles/navigatingtheusedcurriculumroute.html I'll be there! Can't wait to hear Voddie Baucham and Flo Feldman! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rwalizer Posted June 6, 2009 Share Posted June 6, 2009 I have an option for cheap eating while obeying the rules of the convention center. I pack our lunch and we picnic outside. You could leave it in your car if you are parked close to the convention hall. But, since I always bring a small pullman suitcase for my purchases, I just pack our food in that. Not only is it less expensive, it is also more relaxing, as the concession areas get pretty crowded. The other thing I should mention is that the convention center is kept very cold. Even people who are not usually cold natured get uncomfortable in there. I dress in layers so that I can strip some off to go outside. If you haven't looked at the workshop descriptions yet, it's a good idea to check them out now and decide which ones you want to attend. Also, you may want to look at the list of vendors and make some notes about who you specifically want to talk to and what questions you may have for the reps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blessedfamily Posted June 7, 2009 Share Posted June 7, 2009 I'm going, but can't decide which day. I really want to hear Dr. Baucham, but I'm still leery of the crowd. (Plus I have an 18 month old.) Anyone else? Also, I preregistered, but didn't get confirmation. Do they send you anything to confirm registration? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tess in the Burbs Posted June 7, 2009 Share Posted June 7, 2009 I will be there Thursday night and again Sat morning :-) Food is expensive and I brought my own last year. Although you aren't supposed to eat it in the convention hall. It can get cold. I am always hot but get chilly there. As for what to bring? Something to put all those catalogs into! I know many use a rolling cart but last year I used a backpack b/c some of the vendors have small spaces to walk and a cart had to be left outside of the area so you could browse things. But by the end of the day a backpack is heavy....so you need to decide what you want to do ....they sell rolling carts there :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hsmamainva Posted June 7, 2009 Share Posted June 7, 2009 I'm going on Friday!! Then heading to Virginia Beach for my niece's baby shower. I preregistered, too...and several months ago. Haven't received anything yet, which is unusual. Typically, you do receive a confirmation letter in the mail, and it tells you your admission time for the used book sale. The earlier you registered, the earlier you're admitted, but I haven't received anything as of Saturday. I'll be bringing a cart on wheels for my purchases. I picked it up years ago at Costco, just for the convention! I used to use a suitcase on wheels, but the cart is much easier, as I don't have to stop and unzip it after every purchase! I second the recommendation that you bring a sweater or light jacket. And, as far as the crowds, Thursday is typically the lightest, and Friday is the second lightest. Saturday is the most crowded and I usually avoid Saturday if at all possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blessedfamily Posted June 7, 2009 Share Posted June 7, 2009 ...And, as far as the crowds, Thursday is typically the lightest, and Friday is the second lightest. Saturday is the most crowded and I usually avoid Saturday if at all possible. That's what I thought. Poo. We went Thursday last year, and it was nice. I got to browse to my heart's content. Dh wants to go Sat so he can hear the speaker and not have to take off from work. Decisions, decisions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hsmamainva Posted June 7, 2009 Share Posted June 7, 2009 That's what I thought. Poo. We went Thursday last year, and it was nice. I got to browse to my heart's content. Dh wants to go Sat so he can hear the speaker and not have to take off from work. Decisions, decisions. If he's going with you, then go on Saturday! I thought you'd be trying to manage an 18 month old and shopping, by yourself! If he's there for assistance, I think you'll be fine! Have fun! :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathleen in VA Posted June 7, 2009 Share Posted June 7, 2009 Confirmation is by email this year. You should have heard something by now. I got my confirmation on June 4th. Check your spam folder if you haven't heard or call 804-278-9200. This is the first year they did confirmation through email so there were a few glitches. Call if you haven't heard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hsmamainva Posted June 7, 2009 Share Posted June 7, 2009 Confirmation is by email this year. You should have heard something by now. I got my confirmation on June 4th. Check your spam folder if you haven't heard or call 804-278-9200. This is the first year they did confirmation through email so there were a few glitches. Call if you haven't heard. Thank you so much!!!! The confirmation was in my hubby's email account! I'm all set to go now! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blessedfamily Posted June 7, 2009 Share Posted June 7, 2009 Confirmation is by email this year. You should have heard something by now. I got my confirmation on June 4th. Check your spam folder if you haven't heard or call 804-278-9200. This is the first year they did confirmation through email so there were a few glitches. Call if you haven't heard. Uh Oh. If there was a line for an email address, I must have missed that! I don't remember writing it on the registration form at all. I better call or email them if nothing comes in tomorrow's mail. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kathleen in VA Posted June 7, 2009 Share Posted June 7, 2009 Uh Oh. If there was a line for an email address, I must have missed that! I don't remember writing it on the registration form at all. I better call or email them if nothing comes in tomorrow's mail. I just checked the registration form and there is a place to write your email address - hopefully you just forgot about filling that in. In any case, you can call on Monday - I'm sure it will not be a problem if you forgot. They'll just ask for it over the phone and send your confirmation along then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blessedfamily Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 OK. I got part of my confirmation in the mail. I have to go to the site to get the rest of it. I'm all set. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Dominion Heather Posted June 10, 2009 Share Posted June 10, 2009 Well, I am feeling a bit queasy.... Just kidding. No... I can't come this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hedgehogs4 Posted June 11, 2009 Author Share Posted June 11, 2009 See you all there! Can't wait. Thanks for the tips. Will definitely be bringing my rolling cart and sweater. still deciding about food. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaKinVA Posted June 11, 2009 Share Posted June 11, 2009 We were going on Saturday... but now, dh got off and we're going tomorrow! I haven't gone in 2-3 years... it will be so nice to go again. I don't plan on going to any of the seminars, but I need to check the website to see. Lisa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dee22 Posted June 11, 2009 Share Posted June 11, 2009 I'll be there on Friday. :) It has been a few years since I've gone and I'm looking forward to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RegGuheert Posted June 11, 2009 Share Posted June 11, 2009 Well, I am feeling a bit queasy...Thanks for saying that! Someone had too! We're not going either. I've never been a fan of Richmond. When we have gone curriculum-shopping in the past, we always went to the one in Harrisburg, PA. It's closer to us, also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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