Programs > Special Events
A trip to an IALLT conference just would not be complete without exciting special events, and IALLT 2009 is no exception! A myriad of extra-conference social events are planned to give you an opportunity to learn more about historic and exhilarating Atlanta, while providing fun escapes with time to network with your colleagues and swap inspiration and information. Please note that these events entail an extra expense in order to provide catering and transportation where applicable, and prior registration is required.
Whirlyball!
Tuesday, May 26th - $35/person (cash in hand)
Come help ring in the opening of IALLT 2009 at Whirlyball Atlanta! Whirlyball, aka "the second funnest thing in the world," combines elements of basketball, hockey, and lacrosse with bumper cars. Sound crazy? It's crazy fun, that's fer darn sure.
Bus transportation is provided. We will be meeting as a group to eat dinner in a close-to-campus, sure-to-please favorite and then proceeding to the mayhem! RSVP for this event through the main IALLT 2009 registration process; payment via cash-in-hand is required at the start of the event.
The IALLT Pub Crawl
Wednesday, May 27th — $25/person
Continuing the IALLT tradition, this year the adventurous and collegial alike will explore the best in casual entertainment that Atlanta can offer! Due to our situation in an urban and business setting, participants will board a chartered bus to be conveyed in ease and style to the watering holes deemed most popular by Atlanta locals.
Group Excursion to the Stone Mountain Laser Show
Thursday, May 28th — $35/person
The Stone Mountain Laser Show is a regional favorite from Memorial Day through Labor Day each year. This excursion provides bus transportation from campus to Stone Mountain Park, entry into the park and a picnic dinner! The bus will depart from the Student University Center at 6pm, and with the laser show scheduled to begin at 9:30pm, participants will have time to eat and explore the many exciting attractions the park offers. For more information about the park and the laser show, please visit their website.
Guided Walking tour of Historic Atlanta
Friday, May 29th — $10/person
Georgia State University is conveniently located just blocks from the Historic epicenter of Atlanta, including the birthplace of Martin Luther King, Jr, Ebenezer Baptist Church, and the King Memorial Center. Join us as one of Georgia State University’s foremost authorities on Historic Downtown Atlanta guides us on a tour of the history, and the drama, of this remarkable city.
Ever-Popular IALLT Closing Party
Saturday, May 30th — $35/person
What could be a better ending to a week filled with learning, experimentation, networking and visioneering the future of language education than a party filled with great food, wonderful friends, and lively entertainment? Join us as we celebrate another IALLT conference and friendships both old and new. More info [PDF, 65KB]
