Registrations are beginning to come in at a quickened pace for the 64th Second District Conference, set for April 26-29 (Thursday-Sunday) at the fabulous, new Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center at National Harbor in Prince George's County, Md. in the shadow of the Nation's Capital.
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| The Super Chapter at Thirkield Hall - November 2011 |
This is the first time in many years that Gamma Pi has hosted a District Conference. For "The Super Chapter" and other Brothers in the region, this will also be the largest venue of any District Conference in recent memory. Attendance records are expected to be broken given the level of early interest and the many amenities on the premises. It will be unlike any other District Conference anywhere.
Gamma Pi is home to current and two-time Second District Representative Bro. Kenneth Rodgers. Bro. Edward High II, a past Corridor I Representative, has been appointed District Marshal for the conference and is heading up the planning efforts. District Marshal Bro. High and his committees have been working overtime throughout 2011 to put everything in place and assure Brothers a memorable long weekend in April, long after the snow has melted and right about the time that "the locals" will be breaking out in shorts and tee shirts. Gamma Pi is also home to Second District Chaplain Bro. Dr. Gerald Folsom.
Not to be confused with Baltimore's Inner Harbor which is about 35 miles further to the north, the National Harbor is a brand new, ambitious, waterfront resort and entertainment complex that when fully completed, will be "bigger and better" as a rival to the older Baltimore Harbor. Also, the National Harbor is just 10 minutes from downtown Washington, D.C., and because of its proximity to "D.C." and the multitude of national capital tourist venues, it is expected to draw more visitors in the long run. It is the hottest new tourist attraction on the East Coast.
Already, National Harbor is loaded with top-shelf restaurants and nightspots, shopping and recreation establishments, water taxis and boat rides, suitable for all ages (including families) and all anchored by the spectacular Gaylord hotel. All of this is within a stone's throw of the new Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, as well the Lincoln Memorial, museums, the U.S.Capitol and The White House. Brothers are already getting "worked up" about enjoying Omega business during the day in a picturesque waterfront setting and engaging in "social action" at night under the stars and the bright, colorful lights of the Harbor and downtown Washington, D.C.
The upcoming Second District Conference is already being compared to a "mini version" of the Centennial Celebration held last summer in D.C. Given D.C.'s geographical proximity as "the border" between the Second and Third Districts for the Fraternity, many Third District Brothers will be "in the house" that week as well. There will be Ques in town from all over.
How Do I Register?
Registration is quick and easy. By resgistering now, you will save on the costs and assure your spot now. This is a weekend with Omega you absolutely cannot miss ass we go forward into Omega Psi Phi's next 100 years. You can register right here at the Second District Web site.
I Am Not an Omega - But I Am Interested in the Social Activities
Like the Omega Centennial held last July in Washington,D.C., a full agenda of social events -- including a golf tournament, March Down/Step Show, Pan Hellenic Dance, Founder's Banquet -- is being planned in conjunction with the District Conference. Activities are also being coordinated for Quettes. More information is forthcoming as social events are finalized. A Second District Conference Facebook page and a conference Twitter feed will also be available soon for exclusive updates on the upcoming conference. Stay tuned!
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