SLA Boston & SLA Connecticut Valley

Presents

Basketball Hall of Fame Event

Saturday, October 21, 2006
5pm to 8pm
Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
Springfield, MA

Network with colleagues and meet new friends at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield on Saturday October 21 from 5-8 p.m.! Even if you’re not a basketball fan, you’ll have a good time in this exciting new facility, enjoying the company and the outstanding food and drink provided by Max’s Catering. And if you ARE a basketball fan, well, you’re going to love it! Bring the kids, friends, other fans and come early to visit the Hall of Fame exhibits at a special price (there will be a place on your registration form to purchase tickets at the reduced rate). While you’re at it, plan to spend the day in Springfield – there’s lots to do! There are all sorts of museums; family attractions (Six Flags New England isn’t far); outdoor adventures, parks and state forests; and more. Check out http://www.valleyvisitor.com for some suggestions.

The Basketball Hall of Fame is easy to find (see directions below) and easily accessible from all directions. To visit the exhibits, be sure to purchase your reduced price tickets when you register (the exhibit halls close at 5:00 p.m. so plan your visit accordingly and come directly to the event). There is plenty of free parking at either end of the complex as well as an underground garage.

Registration:

Register online at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.asp?u=110302489212.

We would appreciate registration/payment by Tuesday, October 17th in order to give an accurate count for catering. Late registrations and walk-ins are welcome, but if possible please register to let us know you will be coming. Snack food and drinks (wine, beer, soda) are included in the cost of the event. Remember, to visit the exhibits at the reduced price ($12 instead of $16.99) you must purchase your tickets in advance.

Cost:

Special: Bring a new member and receive a coupon worth up to $25 towards any upcoming SLA Boston event! Coupons can be picked up at the registration table. (Be sure your new member registers for the event.)

Payment:

Payment is either via PayPal or check. (Please consider using PayPal.) If you would like to visit the Basketball Hall of Fame exhibit halls before the event, be sure to include payment for those reduced price tickets as well.
Again, we would appreciate registration/payment by Tuesday, October 17th. If you decide to come at the last minute, you can pay at the door, but please let us know ahead of time if possible (see below).
If paying by PayPal, please make sure both the registration form and the PayPal form are complete.
If writing a check please register online and make check payable to: SLA Boston.

Checks can be mailed to:

Dorothy Barr
Lamar Soutter Library
University of Massachusetts Medical School
55 Lake Avenue North
Worcester, MA 01655
(508-856-1267)

Directions:
Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
1000 West Columbus Avenue
Springfield, MA 01105
Phone: (413) 781-6500 or (877) 4HOOPLA
Fax: (413) 781-1939
www.hoophall.com

From I-91 South: take Exit 7 (Springfield Center). Proceed down the exit ramp and you will be on West Columbus Avenue. Continue on West Columbus through three sets of lights and the Hall of Fame will be on your right.
From I-91 North: take Exit 7 (Springfield Center). Proceed down the exit ramp and you will be on West Columbus Avenue. Continue on West Columbus through three sets of lights and the Hall of Fame will be on your right.
Complete directions are at: http://www.hoophall.com/visitor/directions.htm.

Questions?? Contact:
Dorothy Barr (Dorothy.barr@umassmed.edu; 508-856-1267)
Katherine Coolidge (kcoolidge@bulkley.com; (413) 272-6275)

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