LAS VEGAS—With the start of Vision Expo West fast approaching, attendees are beginning to plan their time at the show. Following is a list highlighting some of the major parties, receptions and special events. So mark your calendars and join your colleagues throughout the industry at the following events:
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
3rd Annual Swing Fore Sight Golf Tournament
Bali Hai Golf Club
5160 Las Vegas Blvd.
South Las Vegas, NV 89119
Tee up for a chance to play golf alongside top industry and business leaders as well as PGA pros all benefitting Prevent Blindness America. For more info, contact Colleen Robbins at (312) 363-6023 or [email protected].
Optical Laboratories Association (OLA) Hall of Fame Banquet
OLA Directors’ Choice Award Recipient and Hall of Fame Honorees
6:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Kick off the OLA 2010 Annual Meeting the right way by joining labs and suppliers to celebrate the rich heritage of the optical lab industry. Join OLA members for the open-bar reception, buffet dinner, and presentation of the Hall of Fame Honorees and Directors’ Choice Award Recipient for 2010. Registration is available at www.ola-labs.org/ola2010.
Opening Night Blush Bash Wynn Las Vegas
9:00 – 11:00 p.m.
Enjoy an exclusive invitation to Vegas’ first boutique nightclub Flash your show badge at the door to receive free admission and a glass of champagne inside Sin City’s hottest night spot. After the party, Blush staff will stamp your hand so you receive free admission to Blush’s sister club, Surrender.
Thursday, October 7, 2010
2nd Annual Doctoberfest
Presented in the Medical & Scientific Theater. Inside the Exhibit Hall, booth #MS6115
5:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Optometrists and optometric students and residents will receive a special invitation to enjoy free beer and wine, live German music, and a photo memento.
Labapalooza
Venetian Ballrooms TBD
6:15 – 8:00 p.m.
Labapalooza will feature a preview of Vision Monday’s 2010 Top Labs report, including the Top Labs ranking. LabTalk magazine will present its Optical Laboratory Web Site of the Year Award and Trash to Treasure contest, in which lab personnel are invited to create artwork made from finishing pads.
Friday, October 8, 2010
Optical Women’s Association (OWA) Annual Cocktail & Networking Event
Venetian Ballrooms TBD
5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Drawing more than 300 guests, this annual event features networking for members and potential members. OWA helps women in the optical industry build their careers while leading a successful life. Visit www.opticalwomen.com for more information.
Club Marchon
Flamingo Hotel
9:00 – 12:00 a.m.
Join the Marchon team for the party of the year—cocktails, music, dancing and more in the spectacular $30 million garden and lagoon area, featuring the EyeRock band. Help raise funds for nonprofit optical organizations by attending this “fun raiser.” Pick up your free pass any time on Friday at the Marchon Booth #14063.
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