Alex and I are working hard to put together the next "National LAP-BAND Conference".

As we are searching venues we are finding NJ is much cheaper than NYC. Per the poll most people are willing to spend $100.00 per night, we found a venue in NJ for $119.00 per night.

So we would like to know if you guys are ok with NJ or if you prefer to actually be in NYC.

At the last confernce the participants said they wanted to enjoy the host city, so you will get the opportunity to spend Saturday evening in NYC.

Alex and I would like an approximate head count as well. If you could answer these questions it will help us to plan an amazing conference for you guys.

What location do you prefer NYC or NJ (keep in mind NJ is much cheaper than NYC)?

We are going to post a poll of "Who's coming" so be sure to answer the poll question as well.

Alex and I hope you are as excited as we are, this is going to be an amazing conference. It will not be the same if you're not there!!

UPDATE

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March 20-21, 2009<o:p></o:p>

Friday Meet & Greet 6pm-9pm EST<o:p></o:p>

Saturday Conference 8am-5pm EST<o:p></o:p>

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Where:<o:p></o:p>

The Marriott LaGuardia Airport<o:p></o:p>

102-05 Ditmars Boulevard <o:p></o:p>

East Elmhurst, NY 11369 <o:p></o:p>

www.marriott.com/lgaap

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102-05 Ditmars Boulevard <o:p></o:p>

East Elmhurst, NY 11369

www.marriott.com/lgaap

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To book your reservation for the conference visit https://www.bandedtogether.net/Events.php<o:p></o:p>

Edited November 10, 200817 yr by CoachCher

Okay ladies and gentlemen Alex and I found a location in "NYC". We had to change the dates because the hotel was booked for the weekend we wanted.

Here is the information

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Banded Together-Lapband Talk National Event

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March 20-21, 2009

Friday Meet & Greet 6pm-9pm EST<O:P></O:P>

Saturday Conference 8am-5pm EST

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Where:<O:P></O:P>

The Marriott LaGuardia Airport<O:P></O:P>

102-05 Ditmars Boulevard <O:P></O:P>

East Elmhurst, NY 11369

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Lodging:<O:P></O:P>

The Marriott LaGuardia Airport<O:P></O:P>

102-05 Ditmars Boulevard <O:P></O:P>

East Elmhurst, NY 11369

<O:P>www.marriott.com/lgaap

We have a special rate of $139 for guest rooms at this lovely hotel. Be sure to book early,as the room block will sell out.

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There is a Friday reception, so come stay with us for the weekend!

We are signing the contract today so hopefully the room rates will be available by Wednesday no later than Thursday.

Visit the events page at my website to learn more about the conference.

https://www.bandedtogether.net/Events.php

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I'll be attending no matter which location!

Hey Roxy,

where in Newark RU.

I am probably nearby.

drop me a line

Lynn

I would love to attend. It will be hard to get a room for $100 in NYC. NJ is fine too. I live in NJ - south. If you are looking for an area that is easy and may have fun things for people to do while here - I would go with Atlantic City, New Jersey and people can fly into the airport or Philadelphia. AC offers the casino's, great dining and shows. Philadelphia is also a great spot to go with many shows and sites to see. Up north NJ does not have that much but it is a quick train ride to NYC, but also a little more costly. Gives you some options as people may want to make a mini-vacation out of coming so this gives them more options. Either way, I will attend. Thanks for all your hard work and this site looks great!

just a quick ?? to you BB

are you the same BBJERSEYGIRL that met with a bunch of us in NYC, in Atlanta with Janet, Lynn and a few others of us.

We went to a wedding in Virginia and all met in NYC, at your place. this was probably about 5 or 6 years ago, maybe longer.

just a quick ?? to you BB

are you the same BBJERSEYGIRL that met with a bunch of us in NYC, in Atlanta with Janet, Lynn and a few others of us.

We went to a wedding in Virginia and all met in NYC, at your place. this was probably about 5 or 6 years ago, maybe longer.

You should probably send her a Private Message.

There are people in MI that are interested.

I am not available those dates, but if you change dates i'd go. Also, have you considered places such as Deadwood, SD or in FL or TX? Cheaper hotel, meal, and flight rates may be available.

Thanks!

I am definately interested. Be nice to meet new people who are going on the same adventure as me. Count me in!!!

I'm interested! Thanks Cher and Alex!

Is anyone driving from the Wilmington / Newark, DE area. maybe we can set up a carpool to save on gas!!

As a NYer I would only attend if the events were in NYC.

I might be interested, but have to wait for price and schedule...

Anyone is the 60 year old range with the band? We ought to have our own chat room. We lose weight at a different speed and have different challanges than those in their 20's and 30's.

Lyn

Cher

Can you let us know when we can start making our reservations at the hotel. Tried tonight but the clerk did not know anything about it. Thanks so much.

The room block should be available by Wednesday 11/26/2008. I am speaking to the hotel later today so hopefully I'll know more then and I'll let you guys know.

Atlantic City sounds like a fun spot, not sure of the costs vs NYC.

I agree with Donna in ref to the busy airports, not to mention intimidating rush, rush, rush of things.

Maybe another East Coast location would be as accommodating, such as Virginia Beach. Virginia Beach offers a host of convention centers, as well as a huge variety of hotels. A more central, mid Atlantic area would also be more inviting to those further south,....just a suggestion.

Atlantic City would be a terrific location. March is off-season and the hotels will be less expensive. I live in NJ and would love to attend a bandster convention!!!!!