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2009 MAR Conference & Tradeshow
Location: DCU Center in Worcester, MA
Date: October 19-20, 2009
Time: 8:00AM - 5:30PM
 
Conference Pricing:
First-time Members - $99
Members - $149
Non-Members - $299
 
Registration
(September 1 - October 12)
Members - $149
Non-Members - $299
 
Onsite Registration
Members - $179
Non-Members - $299

 
Specialty Course Pricing
(includes conference registration)*
Green Designation Core Course (2 full days) - $189
LMC Certification Course (1 full day) - $225
LMC Graduate Course (1/2 day) (prerequisite-LMC Certification)- $149
 
*Optional courses are only available for REALTOR® Members.

Refer an Exhibitor and Go for FREE-Limited Time Offer:
Let us know about a business you would like to see at the Tradeshow and if they purchase a booth, you go to the Tradeshow for FREE!  Contact Wendy Flaherty at wflaherty@marealtor.com or 781-839-5527.
 
2009 MAR Conference Information & Special Events

Location

This year's convention will be held at the centrally located DCU Center in downtown Worcester, an easy drive from just about anywhere in the state. With a full line-up of courses, leading speakers and instructors, the professional awards recognition dinner, a silent auction, and top-notch industry tradeshow, you won’t want to miss this event!

 

 
Staying in Worcester? For overnight room reservations contact the Hilton Garden Inn, Worcester, 508-753-5700. Room rate is $125/night subject to availability. To receive the special rate you must reserve by September 18, 2009 and reference the Massachusetts Association of REALTORS® special group rate.
 
Hilton Garden Inn Worcester


Special Events & Fun Stuff

MAR Professional Awards Recognition Dinner
Monday, October 19th, from 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
The MAR Professional Awards Recognition Dinner pays tribute to numerous REALTORS® for their service and accomplishments, and culminates with the selection of the 2009 MAR REALTOR® of the Year. The evening’s festivities also include recognition of the Massachusetts Real Estate Educator of the Year, as well as the presentation of the Milton H. Shaw Distinguished Service Award for REALTOR® volunteerism and the MAR Good Neighbor Awards which honor individual members for civic and charitable contributions made within their local communities. Tickets are only $75.00 and can be purchased on the conference registration page. 

Exhibit Hall Grand Opening
Monday, October 19th at 11:30am
Festivities galore with a grandprize giveaway.
 
Networking Reception
Monday, October 19th, from 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Join fellow attendees in the exhibit hall for a delightful meet & greet, complete with hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar.
 
Book Signings
Monday, October 19th & Tuesday, October 20th
Authors Rick DeLuca and Dan Schawbel will sign copies of their books during the convnetion. Located on the main stage of the exhibit hall. Reference the conference schedule for dates and times. 
 
Chair Massage
Monday, October 19th & Tuesday, October 20th
10 minutes of relaxation at your service. Located in the exhibit hall. Stop by while education classes are in session so you're not waiting in long lines.
 
Education Cash Cube
Monday, October 19th & Tuesday, October 20th
Step into the cube to win prizes toward future MAR educational courses. Located on the main stage of the exhibit hall. Reference the conference schedule for dates and times.
 
Bookstore Wheel of Fortune
Monday, October 19th & Tuesday, October 20th
Spin to save money on bookstore items. At the MAR Booth. Reference the conference schedule for dates and times.
 
REALTOR® Pin Recognition
Monday, October 19th & Tuesday, October 20th
Wear it to win! You could picked at anytime during the convention.
 
MAR Charitable Foundation Silent Auction
Monday October 19th & Tuesday, October 20th
Held during the MAR Conference & Tradeshow, the benefit auction will feature high-quality items including tickets to sporting events and concerts; business products; dining gift certificates; unique jewelry, crafts and artwork; and weekend getaway packages. Items will be limited, so be sure to visit the auction display early and often to place your winning bids. Check back to this web page before the convention for auction item updates and once the convention has concluded to see if you've won!

Click here to download the Donation Form
 
Item
Donor
Winner

 $50 Gift Card to PF Changs

 

 $100 Gift Card to Hess

 

 $75 Gift Card to Legal Seafood, Legal Seafood Cookbook, & Legal Seafood Potholder
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All donations are tax deductible, and proceeds benefit the MAR Charitable Foundation natural disaster relief grant and housing and homeless grant programs. 


Dining Options

Lunch & Networking Breaks – Concession stands will be open in the exhibit hall for you to purchase a variety of food items and beverages. Healthy options have been added to this year's concession stands, for your convenience. Click the Destination Worcester link below for additional area lunch establishments.

Dinner – This year, the MAR Professional Awards and Recognition event will include a complete dinner, pre-registration is required. As an alternative, the DCU Worcester, MA Tourism, Dining, and More...Center is located in downtown Worcester, with easy access to a wide range of dining options.

For additional information on dining options, as well as details on attractions and things to do in Worcester, visit http://www.destinationworcester.org/.

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