Welcome to Puerto Rico!!!

SC/MLA 2005

Southern Chapter  / Medical Library Association
 

55th Annual Meeting

San Juan, Puerto Rico

October 20 - 24, 2005

 

  EVENTS

 

 

The members of the Local Arrangements Social Activities Committee are glad to announce that they will be hosting the following events:

 

  • Early Bird Reception

Thursday, October 20, 2005  -  6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.

  

“Early birds” will enjoy the sunset at the Grand View Terrace (Lobby Level) while unwinding and getting ready for all the upcoming events.

  • Welcome Reception

A Night at the Museum

Friday, October 21, 2005  -  6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

The Welcome Reception will take place at the Museum of Contemporary Arts in Santurce.  The Museum is located in a historic red brick building that used to house the Rafael M. De Labra High School. The museum is devoted to collecting, preserving and exhibiting works by vanguard artists from Puerto Rico, the Caribbean, and Latin America. Our guests can visit two of the current exhibits.

 

While enjoying the elegant atmosphere you will also have the opportunity of tasting a delicious blend of Caribbean foods and flavors

 

“La Tuna” of the University of Puerto Rico will stroll through the Museum facilities offering its music and songs.  La Tuna is composed of students dressed in medieval attire according to an old Spanish tradition.

  • Banquet

Celebrate Under the Moonlight: An Island Fest

Sunday, October 23, 2005  - 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.

The Banquet will be on the east side of the Pool Area of the Intercontinental Hotel. It will feature a Puerto Rican buffet, show, and dancing, all in a casual atmosphere in which you will enjoy flavors and sounds to the fullest.  Dance salsa and merengue to beat of the Caribe Tropical group.  We will even offer free dance lessons on Friday and Saturday in preparation for the big event.

 

 

 
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