AHEPA Supreme Convention:update

 

Attention all AHEPA Family members, Delegates, Alternates and Guests! Supreme Convention is right around the corner! By now you should have booked your hotel room, registered for your packages, and arranged your transportation to Las Vegas! In this email, we'll go over answers to some of the most frequently asked questions that headquarters staff get before Supreme Convention so when you arrive in Las Vegas, you know exactly what you're doing. Registration AHEPA & Guests AHEPA and Guest Registration will take place Monday, July 24th from 9am to 5pm and Tuesday, July 25th from 9am to 6pm. Delegates who have pre-registered should come prepared with their photo ID to the registration area outside the Platinum Room in the Horseshoe Hotel. Reminder that 2023 Per Capita dues must be paid for delegates and alternates to pick up their packages at convention. Please double check with your chapters and make sure they have sent in your dues before you arrive in order to expedite your registration. Feel free to contact AHEPA Global Headquarters if you have any questions as to whether or not you are in good standing. If you have not preregistered, on site registration will be available. This will be in a SEPARATE line that will be clearly marked. Please make sure you get in the correct line and do not get in a line for pre-registered package pick up, that will result in you standing in lines for a lot longer than anybody wants you to. Daughters of Penelope, Sons of Pericles & Maids of Athena Daughters of Penelope Registration will be open Monday, July 24th at 9am-3pm and Tuesday, July 25th from 9am - 5pm INSIDE the Daughters of Penelope General Session in the Bronze Meeting Rooms at the Horseshoe Hotel. Sons of Pericles and Maids of Athena may pick up their packages at the AHEPA Registration desk with Youth Coordinator Stephanie Maniatis during regular AHEPA Registration hours. If arriving after Tuesday, they can pick up their packages from the Maids of Athena Grand Lodge or Sons of Pericles Supreme Lodge. A La Carte Tickets Tickets to convention events will be available for purchase on an individual basis on site only while supplies last. You will be able to purchase these tickets at the registration desk after 2pm on Monday and Tuesday. Tickets will be priced as follows: AHEPA Family Awards Brunch (7/25) - $100 AHEPA Family Athletic Luncheon (7/26) - $100 AHEPA Poolside Founders Day Celebration (7/26) - $100 AHEPA Family Grand Banquet & Ball (7/27) - $300 What Do We Wear? The most frequent question we get at headquarters is what should people wear to convention events? First and foremost, we ask you to please keep in mind that we will be in Las Vegas. The predicted weather for the week of convention offers highs of 107-110 and lows of 79-86. While only one of our events is outside (our poolside Founders Day Event on July 26th), everything else will be inside either the Horseshoe or Paris Hotel. General accepted dress code is casual, save for meetings, where you will be expected to dress business casual. The Grand Banquet is the only event that people will dress up for. Gentlemen will be okay in a sportsjacket or business attire. Ladies will be okay in cocktail attire. How Do We Get to the Hotels? Once you arrive in Las Vegas, the easiest and quickest way to get to the Horseshoe or Paris is to take a taxi or to use a rideshare app like Uber or Lyft to pick you up. Ceasars is a partner with Uber and offers designated pickup and drop off areas at both the Horseshoe and the Paris. Learn more HERE! Where Can We Eat? The most important thing for us Greeks... where's the best food going to be? Thankfully, we have a lot of great choices on site, and they're not all going to break the bank either! Click on the links to learn more about the restaurants. Please note, it is recommended to make reservations for any dine-in restaurant in or around the hotels. In the Horseshoe Horseshoe Food Court - with fast favorites such as Subway, Sbarro, Pan Asian Express & Nathan's Famous Nosh Deli - Made-to-order deli-style sandwiches piled high with deliciousness and a variety of flaky breakfast pastries make this relaxed deli the right choice for a quick bite. LavAzza - Located in the lobby of Horseshoe, LavAzza’s gourmet coffee counter provides the perfect pick-me-up when you’re on the go. Stop by for coffee, pastries and more, before a show, hitting the tables, or heading out to explore the Strip. M.Y. Asia- M.Y. Asia, the first Las Vegas restaurant from celebrity Chef Martin Yan, is a culinary trip through the cultures and flavors of Asia.  Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Sports Kitchen - Guy Fieri has planted the Flavortown flag at the Horseshoe Las Vegas and created the best place to eat, drink and watch sports in the city. Jack Binion's Steak - Prepare to go all-in on this legendary Las Vegas steakhouse experience. Indulge in mouth-watering steaks, fresh seafood, classic cocktails and so much more. In the Paris Cafe Belle Madeleine - Be transported to Paris with a selection of pastries and bites, hot beverages, and more.  JJ's Boulangerie - This bustling café evokes a Paris bistro vibe. You’ll be drawn to its colorful treats, delicious aromas, and fresh pizza. Brioche by Guy Savoy - This grab-n-go menu from Michelin-star chef Guy Savoy features sweet and savory brioche, plus other delicious French treats.  La Creperie - La Creperie is a Paris Las Vegas walk up bistro counter where delicate crepes are made to order and topped with sweet and savory ingredients. Alexxa's - Alexxa's is an all-day destination, serving up boozy brunch and American cuisine with unmatched views of the Strip. Beer Park - Beer Park offers cold beers, cocktails, and reimagined stadium favorites with incredible views of the Las Vegas lights. Cafe Americano - Coffee shop favorites with a French flair. Dine on the “patio” overlooking the excitement of Paris Las Vegas. Gordon Ramsay Steak - Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay's contemporary steakhouse showcases prime beef aged to perfection in a chic London atmosphere. The Bedford by Martha Stewart - An authentic, immersive experience awaits at The Bedford by Martha Stewart, a replica of Martha’s 1925 farmhouse with culinary inspiration drawn from her legendary gardens and love of French cooking. Locally sourced ingredients round out a menu of Martha’s most celebrated dishes. Eiffel Tower Restaurant - French cuisine by acclaimed Chef J. Joho served alongside stunning views inside the Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas. Mon Ami Gabi - Discover open air dining on the Las Vegas Strip with an extensive wine list and French classics like steak frites and fruits de mer. Nobu Paris - Nobu at Paris Las Vegas offers a Japanese-inspired menu that pleases every palate. Feast on imported Asian and Japanese fish, imported seafood and exotic delicacies. Vanderpump à Paris - Vanderpump à Paris features delectable dishes, whimsical and unique cocktails, and a lush, elaborate atmosphere with eclectic, Parisian-inspired design details. What Else Can We Do? As much as we want you to spend all your time with AHEPA, we also want you to enjoy your visit to Las Vegas! We've put together the following links for you to help you plan the rest of your vacation. If you don't see something you want to do listed here, you can feel free to contact your hotel's concierge for assistance! See a Vegas Show! Be a Tourist! Have a VIP Pool Experience! Book a Spa Day! View a Map of the Strip! See You In Vegas!  This is an electronic news service of the American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association Order of AHEPA | 202.232.6300 | 1909 Q St. NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20009 | ahepa.org