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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.
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Club Officers-Elect
District Officers-Elect |
Experienced Convention Attendees
First Timers and New Members |
Workshop listings
Click here for a list of the 2012 workshops.
Registration Help Needed
Assistance is needed to distribute registration packets on Wednesday, July 11, 2-6pm and Thursday, July 12, 7:30am-6pm. Contact Sherman Phillips at swphill@comcast.net, call (303) 946-3501 or fax (303) 933-2418.
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
*Before you book your travel and housing, please refer to the local attractions section below for information on exciting pre and post-convention activities!
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
Whether you’re flying into the Milwaukee or Chicago airports, taking the train, bus or lake express,
utilize GoRITEWAY Shuttle Transportation.
GoRITEWAY is offering a $2.00 discount to Optimist and JOOI Attendees by booking in advance and online! Just click here to book online today.
Discounts DO NOT apply when reserving by phone or walkups onsite.
Call (414) 769-2444 or (800) 236-5450 for more information. GoRITEWAY offers shared ride vans, private 10 passenger vans and private exclusive sedan services. |
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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
Need to Park?
Click here for a list of parking garages and lots around the Frontier Airlines Center in Milwaukee.
DoubleTree – Valet Parking is $15/ day with in and out privileges
Hyatt – Valet Parking is $23/ day and Self Parking is $20 / day both with in and out privileges
Hilton – Self Parking is $24/ day with in and out privileges
Planning to bring the Camper?
Following are four campgrounds within the vicinity
Country View Campground (about 45 minutes out of Milwaukee)
Jellystone Park in Caledonia (20 minutes from downtown)
Lazy Days Campgrounds (about 45 minutes out of Milwaukee)
Wisconsin State Fair (10 minutes from downtown)
Local Attractions
Arrive in Milwaukee a few days early or stay a few extra days and enjoy all that the area has to offer.
Location, location, location
Milwaukee’s website, www.visitmilwaukee.org, has a wealth of information for anyone wishing to visit the area.
Click here to get a lay of the land!
Group Dining
Looking for a location to take a group for dinner around the Frontiers Airlines Center? Click here for a listing of local restaurants.
Cele"BRAT"e Fest
On Wednesday, July 11 from 6-9pm, Optimists are invited to enjoy an evening of food, fun, music and fellowship just two short blocks from the Hilton at Zeidler Park. Come be a part of the first ever Optimist Brat Fest and dance to the music provided by one of Milwaukee’s best local polka bands.
You can just hear the laughter from Optimists as those brats sizzle and we cele"brat"e the start of the Optimist International Convention, not to mention the yummy addition of deep fried cheese curds!
There is a nominal fee of $5.00 per person - see the Official Optimist registration form for details. If you are already registered, no worries, contact Barbara Zurcher at barbara.zurcher@optimist.org to add it to your existing registration.
This event is sponsored by the Wisconsin Districts.
Motorcycle Ride for CCC
Enjoy an organized sightseeing motorcycle afternoon ride on Sunday, July 15. Be one of many riders who will be raising money for the Optimist Childhood Cancer Campaign (CCC). All types of motorcycles are welcome!
After an optional kick-start ala carte breakfast at 9:30 a.m. at the Iron Horse Hotel/Restaurant just south of downtown Milwaukee, the group will depart from Hal's Harley-Davidson Dealership* at 11:30 a.m. for a scenic ride through the beautiful country side of the Kettle Moraine area.
Optimists will ride along two lane rural highways and country roads into the renowned Holy Hill area. The final leg of the ride will take the group along the Lake Michigan shoreline, stopping at the Harley-Davidson Museum for an ala carte refueling. The ride will power down at Hal's Harley Davidson at approximately 4:00 p.m.
The ride entry fee is only $20.00 per person. Checks can be made out to Optimist International Foundation. US and Canadian dollars will be allocated to the respective Foundations.
* Transportation for renters will be provided to and from Hal's Harley-Davidson Dealership.
Ride Registration Form
Rental Profile
Hal's
Rental Brochure
Youth Adventures
Click here to find out about the fun activities that will keep the youngest attendees busy throughout Convention.
See all the fun youth activities that were sponsored during the 2011 Convention. Don't miss your chance to get in on the fun this year!
Exhibitors
Click here for the Exhibitor Prospectus and learn how to be a part of the 94th Optimist International Convention.
 
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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