2022 Annual Session Special Events

Welcome Event

We would like to invite you to join us for a little southern hospitality to kickoff our 2022 Annual Session! Local fare and treats will be available for your enjoyment including ice cream from our very own NC State University’s Howling Cow Creamery. As you grub and reconnect, enjoy the selections and sounds of DJ Mike Wawa. You can expect great food, music, and company as we show you how we ‘get down’ down south!

The Welcome Event ticket is included in the full registration package.  You can also purchase a separate ticket to the Welcome Event for guests on the registration form. 

Leadership Event (Invitation Only)

This event is by invitation only.  If you did not receive an invitation and believe you should have, please email [email protected]. 

North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences
Located in Bicentennial Plaza, 11 W Jones Street, Raleigh, NC
Wednesday September 14
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. 

The museum is less than a mile (.8) walk or a short drive from the Convention Center. There is a parking deck and limited metered parking. Please let us know when you RSVP if you would need transportation (limited shuttle transportation will be available from the Convention Center). Meet in the Convention Center lobby at 6:15 if you’d like walking instructions.

Please RSVP by August 17, 2022 to [email protected]. 

State Affiliate Events

State’s Night Out - Foodie Downtown map is the go-to list for downtown dining. It also has a search engine with options for “private dining” and “group dining”.

State Photo Appointment Sign-Up - Please use the sign-up below to schedule your state photo, only once finalized with your group. Do not hold times on the sign-up sheet. Two days are available for your convenience. Only 1 slot may be reserved per State/Affiliate. State Photo Appointment

 

Wellness Activities

6:30 AM - 7:30 AM

  • Tuesday: Plants & Well-being; Led by Amy Fee Bruzzichesi, MSW. Wake up your senses with hands-on exploration of plants! A therapeutic horticulturalist will share how a connection with plants can help us thrive. Keeping stress in check helps keep your brain and body healthy, and taking time for self-care can help prepare you to better care for others. 

  • Wednesday: Mindful Meditation & Beneficial Breathing; Led by Amy Baumann. Stress can affect the ability to make choices for keeping our brains and bodies healthy. Join us to build a toolkit of relaxation skills by learning simple breathing techniques and movements that can help release tension. No experience needed!

  • Thursday: Walking Club (tentative). Come join your colleagues and new friends on a morning walk! Physical activity is a vital component of keeping your brain and body healthy. A friendly walk can make a great start to the
    day.

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