A Program Of   NoVEN Annual Conference (Formerly Events101) April 9-10, 2010 Fairfax County Government Center

DAY 1 "PREVIEW SPECIAL TOPIC" Planning Programs & Events in a Web 2.0 World Friday, April 9, 2010 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. *Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m. Single day registration is $60.   Two-day registration is $79.

DAY 2 THE MAIN EVENT (Formerly Events101) Saturday, April 10, 2010 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. *Registration will begin at 9:00 a.m.   Single day registration is $60.   Two-day registration is $79. The student rate is $20 (Saturday only).

Conference Description Join us for the NORTHERN VIRGINIA EVENTS NETWORK (NoVEN) Annual Conference.    Comprised of the "THE MAIN EVENT," on Saturday, April 10th, and a special preview workshop "PLANNING PROGRAMS & EVENTS IN A WEB 2.0 WORLD," the NoVEN Annual Conference is an outstanding one-stop shot for producers of public and private events, programs, and festivals in Northern Virginia.  Each day can be attended separately, or in combination at a discount.   The "MAIN" workshop replaces Celebrate Fairfax's popular EVENTS101 Workshop, with almost 2 dozen topics including sponsorships and fundraising, PR and media communications, operations, booking and managing entertainment, achieving event objectives, and, new this year, a student track provided for future event planners studying at George Mason, Northern Virginia Community College, the George Washington University and other area institutions.   For a complete schedule of sessions, topics and additional information click here, or register by clicking here.        Formerly Events101, the NoVEN Annual Conference is an expansion of the Events101 workshop designed for event professionals of all levels of experience.  While the goal of Events101 was to educate, the NoVEN Annual Conference takes Events101 to the next level; Offering networking, resource sharing and both personal and professional developement.   The NoVEN Annual Conference is a one-of-a-kind workshop for people who plan public festivals, events and other programs.  As accessible and informative for new or volunteer event producers as it is to seasoned event professionals, the conference delivers in-depth educational sessions on the nuts and bolts of community and public event planning. Registration Fees Single day registration for Friday, April 9th is $60. Single day registration for Saturday, April 10th is $45. Register for both days and receive a two-day registration rate of $79. Register as a student for Saturday only and receive a student rate of $20. Speakers & Workshop Topics The full slate of speakers announced in mid-March.  Our conference "faculty" come from within Fairfax County and also from festivals and events from around the Commonwealth of Virginia.  If you are an event professional and are interested in helping guide event planners in how to improve their programs and events, please contact Barry Feil at the Celebrate Fairfax, Inc. office. Workshop schedule and topics can be viewed at: NoVEN Annual Conference Topics.  Conference Registration Information NEW - ONLINE REGISTRATION! Register for the conference online.  REGISTER BY FAX OR MAIL STEP 1:  Download the Conference Registration Form     STEP 2:  Complete form including payment information   STEP 3:  Fax form to Celebrate Fairfax, Inc. (703-222-9784) or mail to: Celebrate Fairfax, Inc. 12000 Government Center Parkway Suite 247 Fairfax, Virginia 22035 Attn: Meagan Butkus Organizations are not limited in how many members/staff they may register and former attendees are welcome to attend (all sessions are brand new for 2010!).  You will be notified by a Celebrate Fairfax, Inc. representative after your registration has been received and processed.  Additional information will be provided prior to the workshop, including the final workshop schedule and session presenters.  ***No refunds will be given after March 29, 2010.***    Questions: Contact a CFI representative at 703-324-5311 or e-mail Meagan Butkus. What is The Northern Virginia Events Network (NoVEN)? The Northern Virginia Events Network (NoVEN) is a regional network created as a program of Celebrate Fairfax, Inc. to provide an ongoing source of education, networking and other resources for Northern Virginia's event and program producers. By sharing information and leveraging best practices, NoVEN members can produce more successful programs that enhance the quality of life for all of our communities. Location and Directions Fairfax County Government Center 12000 Government Center Parkway Fairfax, VA 22035 For MapQuest directions to the Fairfax County Government Center please click here.