2010 NCWM Annual Meeting
Breaking Molds to Shape the Future
Join us at the National Conference on Weights and Measures 95th Annual Meeting at the beautiful Crowne Plaza St. Paul Riverfront in St. Paul, Minnesota on July 11-15, 2010.
Our agenda will include open hearings, work sessions, technical presentations and culminate with the voting session to address proposals to modify the U.S. weights and measures standards. We’ll even throw in some food and entertainment along the way with our Wednesday evening special event.
More information will be made available as the date approaches. Meanwhile, mark your calendar and plan to join us. This is your opportunity to have a strong voice in the development of weights and measures standards.
Publication 16: Committee Reports for the 95th Annual Meeting will be posted for download later this spring.
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Hotel Accommodations
Crowne Plaza St. Paul-Riverfront
11 East Kellogg Boulevard
St. Paul, MN 55101
www.cpstpaul.com
A refreshing alternative to other St. Paul hotels for Minnesota vacations, we offer superior lodging where breathtaking panoramic views of the Mississippi River are exceeded only by our impeccable service and extensive amenities.
Reservations
866.422.3185 or 651.292.1900
Please mention the "National Conference on Weights and Measures" to obtain the group discount rate.
Room Rates
$137.00/night, single or double occupancy plus 13% tax.
Hotel Reservations Deadline
The special group rate is available on a first-come, first-served basis until Friday, June 11, 2010, or until the block has sold out. The National Conference on Weights and Measures cannot guarantee the special group rate if rooms are still available in the NCWM block after June 11, 2010.
Check-In / Check-Out
Check-In is at 3:00 p.m.
Check-Out is at 12:00 p.m.
Hotel Parking
Self Parking: $12.50 per day
Chairman's Reception
Sunday, July 11
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Admission Included in Full Registration Fee
Guest Admission: $35/person
Spouse's and Retiree Activity
Gourmet Cook's Tour
Tastings and Tips from the Professionals
Monday, July 12
Departs from hotel lobby at 10:00 a.m. / Returns at 4:00 p.m.
$45.00/person (does not include cost of lunch)
A local food expert with years in the catering business will be your tour guide. This yummy tour visits three local gourmet food purveyors. You will have an opportunity to talk to the pros about the how’s and why’s of their specialties. Tastey treats from their shops may be available. And shopping in these unique shops is always fun.
Tour Vists:
- Kramarczuk’s East European Deli
- Ingebretsen’s Scandinavian Center
- Penzy’s Spices
Dinner & Improv at Wabasha Caves
Wednesday, July 14
5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Admission Included in Full Registration Fee
Guest Admission: $55/person
The Wabasha Caves were originally hollowed out for mushroom growing. They later became famous as a speakeasy during the Prohibition Era. Known as “the hangout,” one can still see today the bullet holes in the walls from frequent raids by police. Enjoy dinner with friends followed by an evening of improv. Cave tours will be available after the entertainment.