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March, 2008
The I Hotel and
Conference
Center


Monthly "I News"
Newsletter

In This Issue
Construction Update
Conference Center Rooms Named
Houlihan's Famous "Minis"
Meet Our New Staff Addition
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Featured Highlight 
 Hotel Treadmill

The I Hotel and Conference Center's Fitness Center is available to all hotel guests and is equipped with the finest equipment available for a full cardio and strength workout.  All cardio equipment features a 15" personal viewing screen with personal headphones.  Our two E Series Treadmills by Star Trac are loaded with features that will keep you coming back for more. Plug in and tune out with iPod® connectivity that allows you to watch your own video iPod® or other personal media device content on the fully-integrated 15" Personal Viewing Screen (PVS).  Catch up on the day's news by watching CNN or watch your favorite satellite TV programs.  The convenient design of the entertainment controls in the dedicated media center console make for easy volume and station adjustments, and a USB port allows for charging most cell phones, BlackBerry® devices, and mp3 players while you work out. Add these exclusive features to the existing personal adjustable fans, motivational track display, iPulse dedicated heart rate display, multiple cup holders, 12 user-specific workout programs, and Soft Trac triple cell cushioning system and the result is a treadmill that provides the best workout and entertainment solutions in one streamlined package.  Additional equipment includes:  two Trac E Series E-TBTi Total Body Trainers, a Trac E Series E-RBi Recumbent Bike, Flex Dumbell Rack and a Flex Multi-Position Utility Bench.  The I Hotel staff is also happy to arrange for a personal trainer during your stay.  Just because you're on the road, doesn't mean you need to disrupt your training routine.

Welcome to the Third Edition of "I News," providing updates on the I Hotel and Conference Center opening in August, 2008!

The "I News" is sent monthly, updating future guests and friends on the construction progress and events leading up to the August 15, 2008 opening.  Please forward this newsletter to your colleagues and friends or reply to this email with those you would like to add to our mailing list.  To reserve a hotel room or to book an event at the I Hotel and Conference Center, visit
www.StayAtTheI.com or call 217-819-5000.
Construction Update

ccdrywallConstruction is on pace at the site for our August 15, 2008 opening.  Drywall is being taped and drop ceilings are being prepared for installation in the conference center.  Drywall is also being hung on each floor of the hotel.  Our "show rooms"  that will be located at the site for pre-opening walk-throughs will be ready for tours beginning May 1st.  We will have one King room and one Double Queen room open as models.  
 
Don't forget, if you would like a preview of the I Hotel and Conference Center our pre-opening office and model hotel guest room are located at 2021 South First Street, Suite 206. On your tour, we want your feedback/comments on your likes/dislikes and enhancement suggestions for us to consider.  Schedule your personal tour by calling our Director of Sales, Angela Ford, at 217.819.5000 or by e-mail at aford@StayAtTheI.com
 
Conference Center Rooms Are Given Illinois Names
 
Illinois Ballroom, Dimensions are 76' by 92' with net square footage of 6,981
   Theater Style - 700        Classroom Style - 400
   Reception Style - 800     Banquet Style - 520
 
Alma Mater Ballroom, Dimensions are 49' x 83' with net square footage of 4,155
   Theater Style - 410        Classroom Style - 240
   Reception Style - 500     Banquet Style - 320
 
Lincoln Room and Land Grant Room, Dimensions are 36'x41' with net square footage of 1,498 each
   Theater Style - 150        Classroom Style - 90
   Reception Style - 160     Banquet Style - 115
 
Quad Room, Dimensions are 28'x47' with net square footage of 1,374, room includes direct access to outdoor courtyard
   Theater Style - 130        Classroom Style - 80
   Reception Style - 150     Banquet Style - 100
 
Technology Room, Dimensions are 39'x34' with net square footage of 1,353
   Theater Style - 120        Classroom Style -70
   Reception Style - 150     Banquet Style - 90
 
Humanities Room, Dimensions are 28'x30' with net square footage of 904, room includes direct access to outdoor courtyard
   Theater Style - 90        Classroom Style - 50
   Reception Style - 100   Banquet Style - 70
 
Knowledge, Innovation, Excellence, and Loyalty Rooms, Dimensions are 21'x27' with net square footage of 602 Each
   Theater Style - 60        Classroom Style - 30
   Reception Style - 60     Banquet Style - 40
   Conference Style - 20   U-Shape Style - 15
 
Leadership Room, Dimensions are 24'x25' with net square footage of 605, room is equipped with permanant state-of-the-art equipped conference table seating up to 18 people.
 
Whether your business' executive meeting, your organization's multiple-day conference, your daughter's wedding reception, or a holiday party, the "I" has a place for you.
 
Email our Conference Center Marketing Director, Anna Dunham, today at 217.819.5000 or at adunham@StayAtTheI.com
 
 
 
Houlihan's Famous "Minis"
 
From desserts to martinis, Houlihan's is famous for their creation of "mini" selections-served in flights of three. This is a great way to sample several options.
 
"Mini Desserts"  For just a few bites of something sweet at the end of your dinner try a perfect little ending with a $1.99 "Mini Dessert".  Or to fully indulge your sweet tooth, choose the Three's Company option for $5.49, allowing a sample of any three mini's, or take the ulitmate temptation and order the Fab Five Minis for $8.99 and enjoy them all!DessertMini
 
Strawberry Shortcake-Crisp lemon pound cake biscotti ring and strawberries marinated in Grand Marnier liqueur, with a vanilla bean center
White Chocolate Banana Cream Pie-Fresh bananas folded in cream on a buttery crust with caramel drizzles and white chocolate shavings
Chocolate Cappuccino Cake-Chocolate Ganache with warm espresso icing and a dollop of vanilla ice cream
Snickers Crunch Ice Cream Dome-Snickers chunks in premium vanilla ice cream on an Oreo & peanut cookie crust
Creme Brulee-Rich and creamy vanilla bean creme brulee
 
 
"Mini Martini" Flight-sample three flavors for the price of one!
 
Absolut Cosomo Mini - Absolut Citron, Triple Sec, fresh lime, Ocean Spray Cranberry Juice
Blue Moon Mini - Absolut Vanilia, DeKuyper Island Blue Pucker, Sprite
Key Lime Pie Mini - Absolut Vanilia, Key Lime, Sweet & Sour, Half & Half
Guavatini Mini - Absolut, shot of guava, fresh-squeezed lemonade
Chocolate Smoovie Mini - Absolut Vanilia, White Creme de Cacao, Dark Creme de Cacao, Sweet Cream
Adam & Eve Apple Mini - Absolut, DeKuyper Apple Pucker and lemonade
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Meet Our New Staff Addition 

Todd Schade has joined our team as the Kitchen Manager ToddPortraitfor the Houlihan's Restaurant.  Todd comes with seven years of management experience from previous locations such as Foudini's Catering, Kennedy's At Stone Creek, and Timpone's Wine and Spirits.  Tood won the 2001 Champaign-Urbana "Iron Chef" competition.  As a personal interest achievement, Todd earned his Private Pilots License in 1998.  Todd can be reached by email at tschade@StayAtTheI.com
 
Are you interested in joining the I Hotel and Conference Center or Houlihan's Restaurant teams?  Do you know someone that is?  Send your resume with a cover letter to jobs@StayAtTheI.com for consideration.
Whether you are visiting the campus, enjoying the community's amenities, or hosting an event, the I Hotel and Conference Center welcomes you!
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