Social Programs
There are a number of social events to participate in during KVC. Whether you want to indulge in a round of golf before the conference starts or you're looking for family entertainment, you'll find something for everyone. You may register for these events when you register for KVC. Questions? Contact Christine Britton at cbritton@pavma.org. Tuesday, August 10, 2010 PVF Golf Outing 12:00pm, Hershey Country Club—East Course PRIZES SPONSORED BY MERIAL, LTD. A golf outing to benefit the Pennsylvania Veterinary Foundation will be held on Tuesday, August 11, at 12:00pm. The event, held at Hershey Country Club’s East Course, will feature an 18-hole, four-man scramble format. The cost is $125 per player which includes greens fees, cart, range balls, and $10 donation to PVF. Come support this worthy cause and enjoy the day with your colleagues. Thursday, August 12, 2010 Exhibitor Appreciation Reception 5:30–7:00pm Plan to attend our annual Exhibitor Appreciation Reception to visit with the many vendors exhibiting at this year’s conference. These companies have and continue to support Keystone Veterinary Conference and we encourage you to show your appreciation. Each registrant will receive one complimentary drink ticket. There is no charge for this event. Friday, August 13, 2010 Penn Vet Alumni Reception 5:30–6:30pm Continuing in a well-established tradition, Dr. Joan Hendricks, The Gilbert S. Kahn Dean of the University of Pennsylvania, School of Veterinary Medicine, cordially invites convention registrants and their guests to attend a reception for UPENN alumni. There is no charge for this reception. Hall of Fame Dinner 6:30–9:00pm Plan to attend this complimentary banquet immediately following the UPENN Alumni Reception to help award winners celebrate their accomplishments. The Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association (PVMA) and Pennsylvania Veterinary Technicians Association (PVTA) join together to honor the accomplishments of fellow colleagues, students, organizations, media, and even our animal heroes! THERE IS NO CHARGE FOR FULL-CONFERENCE REGISTRANTS TO ATTEND, HOWEVER PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Cost for guests and daily registrants to attend the banquet is $50 for adults and $20 for children (ages 3-12); children 2 and under are free. Saturday, August 14, 2010 Junior Hall of Fame Breakfast 8:30–10:30am Each year PVMA holds a poster and digital photography contest for Pennsylvania schoolchildren in recognition of National Pet Week. The winners whose posters best depicted “Imagine the Pawsibilities: Vets Helping Pets Help People” will be honored with a Junior Hall of Fame breakfast where they will receive their awards and have their artwork on display. Winners of our digital photography contest whose photos best represented “A Photo Shot of Love” will also be honored and have their photos on display. If you wish to attend, please check the appropriate box on the registration form. Cost is $20 per person. Kids’ Cookie Decorating 3:30–4:00pm Back by popular demand! To prove to even the youngest at heart that Hershey is the “Sweetest Place on Earth,” a cookie decorating activity has been planned for Saturday afternoon. Kids will have the opportunity to decorate cookies with frosting, candy, chocolate, sprinkles, and other fun toppings at this event. Kids—bring your parents, they will enjoy it too! Participants must be at least six years of age or accompanied by an adult. Cost is $15 per person. Laugh Til It Hurts With Kevin Fitzgerald PVF Benefit 6:00–7:30pm Join Animal Planet’s star of Emergency Vets, Kevin Fitzgerald for an evening of hilarious stand-up comedy and help the Pennsylvania Veterinary Foundation (PVF). A portion of the proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to PVF. Light hors d’oeuvres will be provided and a cash bar will be available for drink purchases. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to enjoy Kevin outside of the classroom! Cost is $25 per person. ZooAmerica After Dark 8:00–10:00pm Join us following the carnival for a behind the scenes tour of the zoo. The tour will consist of a visit to the Animal Health Center, a chance to feed the otters, a flashlight tour through the zoo buildings, the opportunity to hold a small bird or touch an alligator or snake, and also watch fruit bats being fed. Each participant will receive a drawstring backpack complete with a flashlight, snack, drink and items needed to complete the zoo activities. ATTENDANCE IS LIMITED TO THE FIRST 20 REGISTRANTS. The tour is NOT recommended for children ages 2 and under. Cost is $50 per person. Transportation will be provided.