by Janet Dickelman
As you read this, the ACB board will be holding their fall board meeting, and the convention committee will also be in Dallas, wandering the hotel, visiting potential tour venues, meeting with organizations for possible volunteer sources, and meeting with the local host committee.
Convention dates are July 4th-11th. We are thrilled to be collaborating with the Blinded Veterans Association once again!
Here is some information regarding the convention hotel. The lobby is on the first floor, and restaurants are on the second (or atrium) floor. The hotel features five restaurants:
- Centennial, which is open 6:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. and 5:00-10:00 p.m., average pricing $8-$25
- Monduel’s, open 5:00-10:00 p.m., average pricing $8-$25
- Parrino’s Italian, Open 5:00-10:00 p.m., Average pricing $8 - $25
- Coffees Post – 24-hour market/Starbucks/Grab and Go
There is also a fine dining restaurant, atop the Reunion Tower. It is currently under renovation; it should be open by July.
Hotel Details
Room rates at the Hyatt, located at 300 Reunion Blvd., are $99 single or double, $124 triple or $149 quad, plus applicable state and local taxes (currently 15%). All rooms have refrigerators and K-cup coffee makers. Reservation details will be available shortly.
For any convention-related questions, please contact Janet Dickelman, convention chair, at (651) 428-5059, or via email, [email protected].
Staying in Touch
The convention announce list will be filled with information. If you received updates for the 2024 convention, you will receive the updates for 2025. If you are not subscribed to the list, send a blank email to [email protected].
May you have the best holiday ever, whether it’s Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or another celebration. Wishing you a season of joy, love, good food, and time with friends and family.