When
May 22-24, 2009. Note: The convention will open with a reception Friday night. We will meet in the hotel lobby at approximately 4:30 p.m. Additionally, those interested in staying through Monday night -- and really, do you want to rush back to work? -- are invited to watch the World Series champion Phillies in action against Florida. It will be the perfect way to end a relaxing long weekend! Where
Crowne Plaza Philadelphia-Center City. For reservations or more information, call the hotel directly at (215) 561-7500 or (866) 618-0410. Reference Association for Women in Sports Media to secure the special room rate. Don't wait ... the room rate is guaranteed only through May 15! (Deadline extended!) Registration
Before May 20, 2009 - $125 students, $175 members, $225 nonmembers. (Deadline extended!)
After May 20, 2009 - $175 students, $225 members, $275 nonmembers.
Day rates available below. Hotel rate
The rate guaranteed by the Crowne Plaza Philadelphia-Center City is $139/night through May 15! (rate reduced!). A roommate registry is also available. Contact roommate coordinator Martha Parrish at AdGal26@aol.com. Day rates available
Can't stay for the weekend? Come for a day! AWSM has special day rates that allow you to share in the weekend, which is all about relaxing, recharging and reinventing yourself! (Day rates include all meals (necessary transportation), programming and activities for a single day.) Friday - $75.
Highlights include the Opening Night Reception at the National Constitution Center.
Saturday - $125.
Don't miss a full day of panels and speakers, as well as the AWSM Career Expo.
Sunday - $75.
More panels and the Pioneer Lunch honoring Linda Robertson of the Miami Herald cannot be missed. AWSM give back -- Philly style
AWSM is proud to support Project H.O.M.E., a Philadelphia-based homeless and poverty non-profit outreach organization, during this convention. Members are asked to donate travel-sized toiletries for Project H.O.M.E., which will be used by the charity to help women and children in need. The toiletries will be collected at the registration table throughout the weekend. Traveling to Philly by plane?
When flying into Philadelphia International Airport, you can take a cab to the hotel for about $30. My favorite option, though, is Lady Liberty shuttle. For half the price, the shuttle offers door-to-door service. You may make a couple of extra stops – the shuttle serves multiple Center City hotels – but it is a great option. Service is available from 5:30 a.m. to midnight, and reservations are not required for service, which departs every 10-15 minutes. For complete details, visit www.ladylibertyshuttle.com. Silent auction giveaway
Already, convention-goers will be able to bid on autographed gear from the Baltimore Ravens, the Philadelphia 76ers, the Detroit Pistons and USA Softball. And more amazing merchandise is arriving everyday! Do you have a silent auction item to donate? All donors will have their name entered in a drawing for a $50 gift card from Amazon.com! The winner will be announced at the Pioneer Luncheon. Note: donors do not have to be present to win. More information comong daily!
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elphia! With its eclectic blend of past and present, the City of Brotherly Love will be the perfect place to unwind and recharge on May 22-24, 2009. 
