C4S Special Events & Meals
Thursday
Salt & Lime Welcome Reception & Exhibits Preview
Arriving Thursday evening? Join us from 5:30p-7:30p in the Exhibit Hall for a “Salt & Lime” welcome reception and preview of exhibits! Enjoy drinks and snacks and sweet treats for the kids and kids at heart (families welcome). Meet and greet other attendees and spend some one-on-one time with our exhibitors before CE begins the next day! Exhibits will be open Thursday evening and Friday only—there will be no Saturday exhibits! The event is free, but registration is requested to help us plan.
New Dentist Hangout
The MDA New Dentist Committee invites all new dentist attendees to drop by and hang out together for a bit on Thursday, June 25 at 6:30p (right after the Salt & Lime Reception). We’ll have some light snacks and beverages and play a few games for prizes. We’ll gather at Fin City Billiards inside the main Margaritaville building, where there’s also shuffleboard and pool tables. The event is exclusive to dentists (and guest) who graduated 10 years ago or fewer. The event is free, but registration is requested to help us plan.
Friday
Reconnect Reception
End your great day of CE with our Reconnect Reception, Tropical Style! Head to the Exhibit Hall, Friday, June 26 from 4:30-6p. Relax and unwind while enjoying beverages, snacks and appetizers and camaraderie of your peers and exhibitors. The event is free, but registration is requested to help us plan. All registrants receive a free drink ticket for the event.
UMKC Alumni Reception
Join UMKC-SOD dean Dr. Paul Luepke and the alumni office for a reception at C4S from 6p-8p! All UMKC-SOD are welcome to attend. Catch up with fellow classmates and enjoy conversation with Dean Luepke. No cost to attend. Open bar provided.
Saturday
Awards Dinner & Back to the '80s Party
We’re throwing a summer Awards Dinner & Back to the '80s Party! Any MDA member (and their guests) attending the Connect4Success and/or House of Delegates is invited to join the party. Enjoy a delicious dinner, celebrate some awesome member achievements, enjoy live music, and dance the night away ('80s style)!
🕺 When: Saturday, June 27. Reception 5:30p, Dinner 6:30p, Party at 9p
📼 Where: Compass Ballroom, Margaritaville Lake Resort
🎸 What: '80s vibes, good food, fun people
👗 Dinner Dress Code: Casual but sophisticated
🕶️ Party Dress Code: '80s attire encouraged (think bold colors, neon accents, sequins, leg warmers, acid-wash denim, leather jackets, or classic '80s glam)
Various dinner and party ticket options are available on the registration form, depending on your registrant type and what you'd like to attend.
Childcare
Looking for something fun for your kids to do while you enjoy dinner and the after party? We have teamed up with Nannie2U to provide experienced and caring professionals to ensure that your little ones are entertained and well looked after. Their dedicated team will provide top-notch childcare services. They will also have engaging activities and fun games to keep them entertained. $50/per child. Must register to reserve a limited spot.
Guest Meals
A Guest Meal Only Option is available to purchase (on the registration form) for adults and children who do not register to attend CE but do attend the meeting as a guest. This meal option includes 2 receptions (plus drink tickets), 2 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch and All Breaks. Adults $65, Children (ages 9-18) $30, 8 and under FREE.
