Q- Can you tell me about reserving the rooms at the hotel? Do we have to stay at the host hotel?

A- obviously no one can force you to stay at any one particular hotel. But it is in everyone's best interest to stay at the RIO Suite Hotel & Casino. By selling out the hotel, the meeting is able to keep the tuition as low as possible. And by staying at the host hotel, you will be in the middle of the action. If you want to take a break and relax in the room, it’s a short elevator ride up.


The group discount rate for the meeting is $189. Please call to reserve your room as we have a limited amount of rooms and the cutoff date to receive the discounted rate is March 17th. Call 1-888-746-6955 and reference the Townie Meeting Group Code: SPTOWN8.

Q- When should I arrive for the meeting?

A – The opening session starts at 9:00am, Thursday, April 17th. But plan on getting to the hotel before 6pm Wednesday night for the Wine & Cheese welcome reception, Wednesday, April 16th 6pm-8pm.

Q- Is there a Townie Meeting golf tournament?

A- Yes, Townie Golf Extravaganza III, will be held on Wednesday, April 16th . Our official Golf Chairman Dr. Glenn Hanf has planned a fabulous day of golf at Bear’s Best Golf Club. The price is $225, this includes: 18 holes of great golf, cart & greens fees, lunch, round trip transportation from the RIO and LOTS OF PRIZES!!

Q- What kind of food will be served at the meeting?

A- We listened to your feedback and have spent a considerable amount of time updating the menu at the meeting. A more complete healthy breakfast will be served as well as increased variety at lunch time. Our goal is to leave you feeling full and satisfied. Breakfast will be served Thursday Friday and Saturday and lunch will be provided on Thursday and Friday. Saturday will be a beer and wine with snacks provided for the closing reception where one lucky winner will win a dream vacation for Two!

Q - Did I read correctly - someone is going to win a trip?

A - Yes you did read correctly. One lucky winner will win a 7 day all expense paid vacation to TBA . Each paid attendee is eligible to enter the drawing for the grand prize. The grand prize will be given away at the closing reception party on Saturday after the last lecture. And yes, you must be present to win.

Q -Are we going to have to CHOOSE between all the classes?

A - All of the classes are included in the tuition with one exception, the limited attendance hands on courses. For all others, simply go to the room during the specified time and grab a seat.

Q- Is the meeting for doctors only or should staff attend?

A – The meeting is for ALL DENTAL RELATED PROFESSIONALS. There will be special courses for staff, assistants, and hygienists. Bring the entire team and watch the morale in your practice skyrocket!

Q - What is the theme of the opening party this year?

A - The theme for this year's Opening Party is TBD . The opening party is nothing like you have been to. A tradition started four years ago where the attendees actually dressed up. We have carried on that tradition ever since Last year was "Party Like a Rock Star". Tons of people came in their best Rock & Roll wear. 08 will be the same. Plenty of good fun for all your party needs. Same as last year, best costume will win a free tuition to the 2009 Annual Townie Meeting.

Q – I don’t want to attend the lectures but just want to hang out in the exhibit hall. Do I still have to register for the meeting?

A – Yes. Only registered attendees of the Townie Meeting will be allowed in all lectures, hands on programs, exhibit hall and all social activities.

Q – My spouse/guest is only interested in attending the social activities, how much would this cost?

A- Actually this year we are offering a “Social Fee” rate. This would allow your spouse or guest access to the Wine & Cheese reception, the Opening Party at the Voodoo Lounge AND the Exhibitor Happy Hour. The cost is $199.

Q – Will my liver hurt after the meeting?

A – Yes. Complimentary beer and wine will be provided during the evening social events and the closing luncheon. This is included in the tuition for the meeting. The social events during the Annual Townie Meeting are not to be missed.

Q- How do I get my CE credits?

Townie Meeting will only report credits to the AGD. The Credits take about 6 weeks from the AGD office receives them to post to the AGD website. When you have completed your classes and CE sheet, keep the yellow copy and turn in the white copy to the registration desk or fax in after the meeting. This will act as your CE Completion Certificate and can be sent to your local and state boards as proof of attendance and CE completion.