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To commemorate the Think Caribbean or Partnership Program, Rotary Zones 33-34 are hosting the Think Caribbean Celebration 2008 July 25-27th in Ft. Lauderdale Florida.

The objectives of this Celebration2008 are to :

* To promote fellowship and cultural exchange between clubs in the Caribbean and the Continental USA.
* To provide a further opportunity for clubs to find a twinning partner
* To share already achieved accomplishments
* To offer educational opportunities in leadership training and disaster planning
* To explore other avenues of partnerships between clubs and Districts
* To recognize and celebrate the initial successes of the Think Caribbean initiative

See Detailed Program Agenda: The agenda that has been planned is interactive, informative, and encourages fellowship. The conference format is casual and the planned atmosphere is spirited. There will be 6 sessions that each conference attendee will experience in a small group. The methodology of each session is open discussion and sharing.

Planned Sessions:
* Cultural and Geographic Exchanges
* Disaster Planning
* Project successes and future opportunities
* Fellowship for current and prospective partners
* Opportunities and mechanics of world grants
* Developing communication processes

Have a Display: Join Morningstar Fishermen (www.morningstarfishermen.org) in displaying your completed, current, or potentially future project at no cost to your club. Contact Phil Lustig at plustig3@gate.net, to arrange space.

Want to Find a Partner? We encourage any club interested in partnering with any other club to send their members to the Celebration. There will be plenty of time and opportunity allotted.
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Friday Evening Excursions - Your Choice: (transportation included): Las Olas Blvd, downtown Ft. Lauderdale - quaint, upscale shops and excellent restaurants; Sawgrass Mills Shopping Mall - over 350 named brand stores and outlets; Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino with Las Vegas style gaming.

Saturday Evening Entertainment : Get ready to stomp your feet, clap your hands and maybe even take part in a conga line - Caribbean style.

Cost: We have tried to keep costs at a reasonable amount with room rates as low as $109 per night single/double with suites $149. And, the Conference Registration is only $195, which includes meals and all materials.

Hotel: For Westin Hotel reservations http://www.starwoodmeeting.com/book/rotaryintern

Registration: To register for the conference on-line, go to www.dacdb.com and login. Then click on “Calendar” at the top and scroll down to the July 25th event date. Then, just click on “Register Now” link. For questions or to register off-line, contact Registrar Debbie Maymon demaymon@distributionservices.com

Airport Transportation: All attempts will be made to provide transportation from the airport to the conference using Rotary volunteers. When possible, please plan to arrive at a reasonable hour. Email DG Phil Lustig with your itinerary at plustig3@gate.net

Please share the above information with your other clubs members.

Questions? Contact PDG Doug Palonder District 6950 at

Ph: 727-791-4344               Fax: 727-791-6699          palonder@tampabay.rr.com