Pan-Macedonian Association, Inc.

149-14 14th Ave, Whitestone, NY 11357-1730, U.S.A., Tel. 718-747-0488 - Fax 718-747-0489

62^nd Annual National Convention - May 29^th, 30^th, 31^st, 2008

We are pleased to inform you that we are hard at work planning the 62^nd Annual National Convention organized by the Pan-Macedonian District of Greater New York in collaboration with the Pan-Macedonian Studies Center.

WHEN: May 29th, 30th, 31st, 2008

WHERE: @ CROWNE PLAZA, NEW YORK-LAGUARDIA

104-04 Ditmars Blvd. East Elmhurst, NY 11369

(T) 718-457-6300 (F) 718-899-9768 -www.cplaguardia.com

Convention rate: If the rooms are paid through the center $139.00/single, double or triple occupancy. If paid directly to the Hotel the price will be $169.00

Cut-off date for convention rate: April 15th, 2008

This year our Convention is dedicated to the younger generations of our US Macedonians. We will offer the podium to our Youth to hear their needs, to listen to their problems and thoughts about the future of our great Association. During our discussions we will promote a deeper understanding of the FYROM problem by our Youth and we will analyze ways to promote our issues having our young people by our side.

NOTE: PLEASE note that all business of the convention will take place Friday, May 30^th and Saturday May 31^st, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.@ the Crowne Plaza Hotel

All reports must be submitted in writing.

Delegate Fees: Adults @ $150/person; Youth @ $75.00/per person

(Delegate fees include:

→Testimonial Dinner in honor of Archbishop Dimitrios

→Youth Party @ Zodiac (fees to be announced) on May 29^th, 2008

→Welcoming Dinner at the Pan Macedonian Studies Center on May 29^th is offered by the Organizing Committee

Non-delegate could join the events:

→Testimonial Dinner in honor of Archbishop Dimitrios $80.00

→Youth Party @ Zodiac (fees to be announced) on May 29th

→Sightseeing in Manhattan, NY

Fees for Delegates and Non-delegates

→Trip to Atlantic City

→Sightseeing in Manhattan, NY

Dear friends,

We hope everyone participates in the Convention and all the events. Your participation is very significant and we hope the dialogue with our Youth will be productive, so that we may dynamically continue with the labors of our Organization.

The future of our Association is everyone’s responsibility!

With patriotic regards,

The Chairpersons:

Nina Gatzoulis, Supreme President Nancy Biska & Elias Neofytides

ninagatz@comcast.net nbiska@aol.com/ mtvon57@yahoo.com

Cell: 646 238 5599 - 646 842 4254

62^nd Annual National Convention

May 29^th, 30^th, 31^st, 2008

PROGRAM UNDER FORMATION

May 28^th	One Day Trip Atlantic City Please register to Mr. K. Ioannou Tel: 646 342 2338
May 29^th	6:00 p.m. Welcoming Dinner Union of Serraioi from United States and Greece @ the Pan Macedonian Studies Center 149-14 14th Ave, Whitestone, NY 11357-1730 Free Entrance
May 30^th	9:00 a.m.-4.00 p.m. Convention @ Crowne Plaza Hotel 104-04 Ditmars Blvd. East Elmhurst, NY 11369	7:00 p.m. Concert by the 33 members of Orfeas from Serres *Performance of the Pan Macedonian Dance Group Place to be announced Free Entrance	10:30 p.m. Youth Party @ “Zodiac” 3015 Newtown Ave Astoria, NY 11102-2126
May 31^st	9:00 a.m.-4.00 p.m. Convention YOUTH ISSUES •The Youth Presidents will make a speech about each chapter: (accomplishments/goals) • Panel Discussion for a deeper understanding of the FYROM issue •Scholarships •Exchange Students programs •Internet & Networking •Open discussion for a better communication with older generations @ Crowne Plaza Hotel 104-04 Ditmars Blvd. East Elmhurst, NY 11369		8.00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Cocktail 9:00 p.m. Testimonial Dinner in honor of Archbishop Dimitrios *Performance of the Pan Macedonian Dance Group @ “The Terrace on the Park” 52-11 111th St., Flushing Meadow Park NY, 11368
June 1^st	Morning Sunday liturgy @The Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church of Whitestone	Afternoon Sightseeing Please register to Mr. K. Ioannou Tel: 646 342 2338	6:00- 10:00 p.m. Concert by the 33 members of Orfeas from Serres @St. Spyridon