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THIS IS IT!

Get ready to

 Unleash an Amazing Conference!

 

 

WARNING:    This message contains potent information, sure to infuse your conference experience with stellar insights and powerful plans.

Proceed with extreme determination!

 

 

IF YOU DO ONLY ONE THING....

 

1. PLEASE PRINT YOUR SCHEDULE AND BRING IT WITH YOU. 

Your schedule is your ticket to the conference.   You will need it to get your conference bag, your lunch, and for the location of your workshops.

 

TOP TIP:  Check your inbox!  You should have already received an email with your schedule and/or Moms Night Out information.  If you don't see it, please call our office at 309-828-6667 or email us.

 

2.  TAKE A PICTURE OR A SCREEN SHOT! 

Yes, you can show us on your phone instead, but please don't rely on internet or cell reception to access email.  Please take a photo or screen shot so you can get to it anytime!

 

3.  GET READY TO HAVE FUN! 

Take some time to read this email.  It includes some fun opportunities, great tips and lots of indispensable information!

 

THE STAGE IS SET.  THE SPEAKERS ARE READY.  

ALL WE'RE MISSING IS YOU!

 

 

FABULOUS FREE FUN!

 

Hearts at Home Expo -- Thursday, March 12 6:00pm-8:00pm 


Invite your friends to a fabulous FREE night of fun, give-aways and shopping!
  Come to the ISU Bone Student Center Thursday night and check out our amazing vendors!  You can skip the morning lines with advanced conference bag pick-up and get a sneak peek of what's in store for the weekend. 

 
Lot's of chances to win prizes!  It's open to the public and FREE!  It will be a blast! 

 

The first 100 people to bring a copy of their schedule and pick up their bag will receive a FREE one day parking pass!  A $10 value!

 

The Hearts at Home Expo is sponsored by

Illinois Farm Families:   Growing your food with care. 



 

Invite your friends to MOMS NIGHT OUT!

 Friday, March 13 from 7:30pm - 9:30pm.  

Doors open at 6:45pm. 

 

 

Do you know some moms who can't make it to conference but NEED a night of side splitting laughter? Invite them to join you for Moms Night Out!  Tickets are only $20 and you do not need to be attending the conference to enjoy the fun!

 

Tickets will be available for purchase online at the Hearts at Home website until we sell out!

  

Moms Night Out is sponsored by the 

American Heritage Girls Faith/Service/Fun


 

 

GET CONNECTED!


Facebook Event Page
Join the Hearts at Home 2015 National Conference Event Page on Facebook for the latest details and updates about conference activities and contests.  

 

Instagram Superhero Photo-Bomb Contest

Bring your favorite small action figure (Batman, Spiderman, or even My Little Pony!) and snap pictures of you and your little friend all over conference!  Eating lunch, shopping in the Expo, waiting to see a speaker... the sky's the limit!    Upload to Instagram as often as you'd like using hashtags #HAH2015 #UnleashYourSuperpower.

 

You could win a Hearts at Home prize basket which includes a 2016 Conference Registration for you AND a friend!

 

Facebook, Twitter and Instagram

Share the joy and remember to post pics and comments throughout your day using hashtags #HAH2015 #UnleashYourSuperpower.  Hear a speaker you love?  Post a note on their feed too.  Your mom was right -- it's always better to share.

Look for all the details on the 2015 Social Media Street Team Facebook page.

 

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

 

What is the address?

The conference is located on the campus of Illinois State University, 100 N. University, Normal, IL 61761. When you arrive, head to the Bone Student Center and find the Circus Room on the ground level. For a map of the campus click here.  

 

Can my friends still come? 

Yes!  They can register online at the Hearts at Home website right up until the conference starts.  We will also have walk-in registration on Thursday night, or Friday and Saturday morning. 

  

If you have questions about registration, please call our office at 309-828-6667 between 9am and 2pm CST, Monday - Friday. 

 

Can I still buy tickets for Moms Night Out with Ken Davis?

Yes!  Tickets will be available for purchase online at the Hearts at Home website until we sell out!   Moms Night Out is Friday, March 13 from 7:30pm - 9:30pm.  Doors open at 6:45pm. 

 

How do I check in? 

Bring your schedule with you to Bag Pick-Up located in the Circus Room at Bone Student Center.  Bag Pick-Up is open during the following times:
  • Thursday from 6:00pm-8:00pm
  • Friday from 7:30am-8:15am
  • Friday night (before Moms Night Out)  6:00pm-7:20pm
  • Saturday morning 7:30am-8:15am

Top Tip:  Remember to bring your schedule!  IT IS YOUR TICKET!

 

I ordered a book with my registration.  Where can I pick it up?

If you ordered any books when you registered, you can pick them up in the Circus Room.

 

I registered for Friday PLUS!, so I will be there both days. What do I need to know?  

This will be amazing!  

On Friday, arrive at 7:30am - 8:15am to pick up your conference bag and get organized!  You will attend the Morning Main Session, a full day of workshops and the Afternoon Main Session.  I hope you're coming to Moms Night Out too, because you get to sleep in on Saturday!


On Saturday, arrive on campus by 10:30am for your first workshop.  Since you saw both the Main Sessions on Friday, today will be a little more relaxed. You can enjoy your workshops and have plenty of time to visit the Ballroom or chill with a cup of coffee or tea.  Ahhhhh.
 
 

Top Tip:  Before you come on Saturday, look over your schedule and check the locations of your workshops.   If your first or last workshop on Saturday is in the Center for the Performing Arts(CPA) or the Center for the Visual Arts(CVA), there is free parking on the ground floor of the South University Street Garage available on Saturday morning.  It is closer than parking in the Bone Student Center lot and it's FREE! 

 

Where are all the workshops?

Workshops are held in the Bone Student Center and throughout buildings on the Quad of the ISU campus.  Click here for a map showing the buildings we use for the conference.

 

Top Tip:  Check the weather, wear comfortable shoes and dress in layers!  You will likely be walking across campus at least once and temperatures can vary greatly from one workshop auditorium to another.    


Special Assistance

If you need assistance getting to the workshops outside of the Bone Student Center, please contact our office at 309-828-6667 or email our Special Accommodations Coordinator.  


 

          
IMPORTANT REMINDER

Children are very important to Hearts at Home. However, because the conference is an educational and crowded setting, we are unable to accommodate babies or children. Little ones may not be in the workshop or main sessions rooms due to safety, comfort, and consideration concerns...even the super cute, quiet and obedient ones.   

 

If you want to have a caregiver be on-site to stay with your little one while you're "in class" they are welcome in the common areas of the Student Center, the buildings and the ballroom.  Thanks for your cooperation! 
  

I'm a Go-To Girl. Do I need to do anything extra at the conference?  

  

Thank you for telling your friends about Hearts at Home!  Look for the Go-To Girls sign in the Expo Hall!  We'd love to say hello and give you a little something special for spreading the word!
 

Keep an eye on the Go-To Girl Facebook page for any additional last minute announcements and updates. 


 

 

PARKING INFORMATION

 

Parking on any college campus is challenging, so plan to arrive early! 

 

NEW THIS YEAR!

You can pre-pay for parking. Click here for more information.  IMPORTANT:  You must print the parking pass and bring it with you.  It will be collected at the gate.   

 

Thursday Night Expo

Parking is free on Thursday in the Bone Student Center parking lot.

 

Friday Conference Parking 

Special event parking is $10 per day.   Click here for Friday parking maps.

 

Top Tip: You only have to pay the fee one time per day.  So keep your ticket on your dash if you leave for dinner before Moms Night Out!  It will allow you to re-enter for FREE!

 

Moms Night Out Only

Special Event Parking is $10.  Click here for Friday night parking maps.

Saturday Conference Parking

Special event parking is $10 per day.  Click here for Saturday parking maps.

 

  

If you still have questions, you can click here to find even more details.

We can't wait to see you next week!

 





   
Rhonda Kasper and the entire Hearts at Home team

 
Hearts at Home
1509 N. Clinton Blvd.
Bloomington, IL 61701

 

Email: hearts@heartsathome.org

Phone:  309 828 MOMS

Web:  http://www.heartsathome.org