South Atlantic Region Convention Activities Sunday, March 26, 2017

Come early on Sunday to see the former U.S. Government Relocation Facility known as The Bunker, a secret place completed in 1961 by the United States to house all of our Congress underground along with their families in the event of an attack on Washington D.C. Exposed by a Washington Post reporter on May 31, 1992, The Bunker is now open to the public but hours have to be arranged ahead of time since the spaces fill up fast. Make your appointment when you reserve your room.

Experience a guided tour of the famous Greenbrier kitchen. Make reservations with your registration. This is limited to the first 25 reservations. A Home Tour of the Greenbrier Lodge and several exclusive Sporting Club homes will be available from 2:00pm – 4:00pm. Make reservations with registration. The spring bulbs and shrubs should be making an appearance on the grounds which are known for their vast tulip plantings. Don’t forget to check out the Spa or Casino and the beautiful shops and restaurants that have been added to the Casino area which are only available to guests at The Greenbrier. Make time for the hotel tea at 4:15 pm each afternoon.

Sunday’s banquet features our SAR Director Sarah Ann Parler and will honor SAR Life Members. During dinner we will be treated to one of the most innovative and dynamic fiddlers of his generation, Adam DeGraff. Adam performs worldwide as a concert violinist, rock violinist and fiddle player. He was a 1st chair orchestra musician for many years and now entertains with his ground breaking fiddle playing. Later, check out the newest movie in the theater at 9:00 pm or the Greenbrier Champagne Toast and Waltz in the Casino at 10:00 pm.

Monday, March 27, 2017

The official opening of the convention will be at 9:00 am in the Theater. The Awards Luncheon will be at 12:00 pm. We will see our state presidents receive awards for their clubs. At 3:00 pm there will be a workshop entitled “Windowsill Art”. Nancy Ross Hugo will create one-of-a-kind natural arrangements to celebrate the seasons. Almost everyone does it, puts a little something on the windowsill. Nancy will create arrangements through photos in a power point demonstration, showing this simple art form can hone arranging skills, stretch creative muscles, and provide connections to the changing seasons. She shares dozens of her creations and which techniques, containers and materials best facilitate the process.

Monday’s banquet features our National Garden Club President, Sandy Robinson, from Kentucky, as our Speaker. She and our SAR Director, Sarah Ann Parler, are looking forward to meeting you personally at the reception following the banquet.

Tuesday, March 28, 2017

The Design Breakfast will feature The Greenbrier’s own floral arranger, John Gillespie, who will give us tips and ideas for creating the spectacular displays at this premiere resort. Following his presentation , the official SAR Convention will close, but you are invited to stay Wednesday and Thursday for the West Virginia Garden Club Convention at the same special rates given our convention. SOUTH ATLANTIC REGION CONVENTION March 26 - 28, 2017 Fifty-sixth Annual Convention “Southern Charm and Hospitality” The Greenbrier Hotel, White Sulphur Springs, WV

Registration: Please complete form, make checks payable to “NGC- SAR 2017 Tour to be arranged with Concierge: Convention” and mail both to Emily Shirey, 205 Elm Street, Ronceverte, WV Bunker tour at 11 am, 1:30 pm, 3:30 pm 1 ½ hr $40 per person 24970; email: [email protected] phone: 304- 645-7511 Postmark by February 17, 2017 for On time Registration. Free Gourmet cooking demonstration at 11am & 2:00 pm in Gourmet Shop Greenbrier History Interior Walking Tour Mon. and Tuesday 10:30am Last Name ______First ______Middle Initial______Free movie in theater at 9:00 pm

Address ______Hotel Reservations Reservation deadline is February 17 2017 Make reservations directly with The Greenbrier Hotel. Call the Hotel directly at 1-304-536-1110 or 1-800-624-6070 and ask for the South Atlantic Region Garden City______State______Zip ______Clubs room block to receive the established group rate. You must identify yourself as a member of SAR initially when making the reservation. Phone______E-mail address______Room Rates: This includes all fees and taxes. Standard/ Intermediate Guest Rooms $207/night for two people Superior Guest Rooms $254/night for two people Please check ___ if we may email your acknowledgement to the address above. There is a $56.45 per person, per day charge for third and fourth persons added to above rates if staying in the same room. Check ALL that apply: ( ) NGC Officer ( ) SAR Director ( ) SAR Officer Website: www.greenbrier.com ( ) NGC Chairman ( ) Former SAR Director ( ) SAR Chairman ( ) NGC Life Member ( ) SAR Life Member ( ) State President Driving Directions: Take I-64 to White Sulphur Springs, WV exit 181 ( ) Club President ( ) Club Member ( ) Elected Delegate ( ) Guest ( ) Spouse Sunday, March 26, 2017 “Inspire Conservation Through Education” Please mark the plan you want to attend. Registration fee and meals included. 9:00 am Church services………………………Greenbrier Chapel Full Convention beginning Sunday afternoon $300 ______12:00 pm – 5:00 pm Registration…………….……………….…...Lower Lobby WVGCI Member -Full Convention beginning Sunday $280 ______12:00pm Former Regional Directors lunch ………. Drapers Cafe Convention beginning with Monday lunch $205 ______1:00 pm Finance Committee meeting ……………..Pierce Room Tuesday Design breakfast and program only $ 45 ______2:30 pm Regional Council meeting…..………….McKinley Room Additional Late Registration fee if space available $ 20 ______2:00-4:00pm Tour of Greenbrier Sporting Club homes & Lodge Kitchen Tour (limited to first 25 people) $ 20 ______3 :00-4:00 pm Kitchen Tour………………………………….Main Lobby Tour of Greenbrier Lodge & Sporting Club homes $ 15 ______4:15-5:00pm Greenbrier Tea……………………………..Dining Room TOTAL ENCLOSED ______6:30 pm Banquet honoring SAR Life Members…....Chesapeake Violin soloist Adam DeGraff Please indicate special diet restrictions______Speaker: SAR Director, Sarah Ann Parler (these may be for Medical reasons only) We will make every effort to accommodate your medical allergies but will not be able Monday, March 27, 2017 “Timeless Traditions” to accommodate individual dislikes. Thank you for your cooperation. 8:00 am – Noon Registration…………….……………….…...Lower Lobby No requests for substitutions will be accommodated at the time of meal service 9:00 am Official opening of convention…….…..………….Theater 12:00 pm Awards Luncheon…… ……………...Chesapeake Room 3:00 – 4:00 pm “Windowsill Art” by Nancy Hugo ……….……….Theatre Staying at The Greenbrier?_____ Roommate(s)______4:15-5:00 pm Greenbrier Tea………………………..……..Dining Room 6:30 pm Banquet …………………………… ..Chesapeake Room MEALS: Speaker: NGC President, Sandy Robinson Full Convention includes 2 banquets, 1 lunch, 1 breakfast and reception 8:30 pm Reception honoring Sandy Robinson and Sarah Parler Complimentary breakfast coffee and tea are available in lobby. Convention beginning Monday omits Sunday Banquet. Tuesday, March 28, 2017 “Unforgettable Experiences” 9:00 am Design Breakfast ………..…...………Chesapeake Room 10:00 am “Designs for the Greenbrier”…….….…..….John Gillespie

No refunds after March 10, 2017 Home tour being planned.. Please refer to January Key Notes for details.