The 2005 Symposium of the AAW

The 19th Annual National AAW Symposium
Date: July 22-24, 2005
Location: Overland Park Convention Center (link)
Overland Park, Kansas
(suburban Kansas City)

Wrap-up letter from the AAW President

Photos from 2005 Instant Gallery are here

2005 Exhibition pictures from "reTURN to the Land of OZ"

Thanks to all the 2005 Symposium Volunteers

• Three days of terrific demonstrations by international, national and regional turners recognized in the field
• Panel discussions
• An Instant Gallery of those attending and Chapter Collaborative Projects
• The annual AAW banquet and auction for the educational fund.
• The complete woodturner's trade show.
• A Gallery Exhibit titled - "reTURN to the Land of Oz" - the exhibit will be in the Convention Center Special Exhibition page
• Note: The Gallery Exhibit, Trade Show, Instant Gallery and the Chapter Collaborative Projects are open to the public.

The 2005 Nineteenth Annual AAW National Symposium is open to anyone with an interest in woodturning.

(updated 5/23/05) Donations of Tops, Toys, and Pens for a charity auction will be accepted at the instant gallery registration desk. Please consider donating one or more items. In 2004, over 200 items were donated. Items for 2005 will directly benefit patients of the Childrens' Mercy Hospital

The hospital is looking for new items to be distributed to patients (children) and the families of patients. Patients are 0-18 yrs.of age. The donations will be given directly to the patients, their siblings, and their families. Only new items are accepted. Some of these children are very sick. Just think about how a nice woodturning could help light up their life!

Friday morning will start with opening remarks at 8:00 a.m., followed by demonstrations given on a rotational basis for three days by international, national, regional, and local talent. Demonstrations end at 3:15 p.m. Sunday.

• Demonstrator List
• Demonstrations Rotation Grid

Special presentations at the symposium will include:

• Educational Panel by Jacques Blumer & Jack Grube

Trade Show:
Leading manufacturers and suppliers will display tools, equipment, and supplies of particular interest to woodturners. The Trade Show is open to the public at no charge. The Trade Show will not be open on Thursday.

Vendors:
Vendors who are interested in participating can review the Vendor Info and Contract Form
If you have questions, please contact Butch or Pat Titus at: btitus@sprintmail.com

Vendor List for 2005
Here is the list of vendors who will be at the symposium. 2005 Vendor List

Photos from 2005 Instant Gallery are here

2005 Exhibition pictures from "reTURN to the Land of OZ"

This wonderful tradition of past symposiums is open to all attendees. Please bring up to three of your own turned creations to share with others. The gallery will be open to the public and the community, as well as to the symposium participants displaying more than 900 pieces.

A Penturners Instant Gallery will also display items.

A bulletin board is available for people to post messages. Also a photo wall-anyone is welcome to bring pictures of interesting or humorous lathes, jigs, tips, or turnings. Also, bring copies of your chapter newsletter to share.

• Annual Banquet and Auction - Raised over $48,000 for the educational fund last year. A record $68,000 was raised during the 2005 auction.
• 2005 Chapter Collaborative Challenge
• "reTURN to the Land of Oz" Exhibition Juried Exhibition
  - the exhibits will be displayed in the Convention Center.
• Future Symposium Exhibitions
  The AAW would like to advertise the exhibition show for next year so that our members have some time to think about them and design a piece around the theme. The 2006 title is:
  2006 - "Step Up to the Plate"

Spouse Attendance: Special spouse rate of $125 allows spouses to attend the conference at a reduced rate. NOTE: Spouse registration is required only if your spouse wishes to attend the demonstrations.

Spouse/Family Activities: Several daily chartered tours have been scheduled for "non-turners":

July 22, 2005 Kansas City Highlights Tour

July 23 Independence Tour

July 24 Johnson County Tour

A detailed registration form for the chartered tours is mailed with the symposium registration.

• Thursday, July 21, 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. - Registration/Check in at the Overland Park Convention Center. (Registration also on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, beginning at 7:45 am)
• Saturday, July 23, 5:30 pm to 6:30 PM - Social Hour, followed by the Banquet/Auction at 7:00 PM at the Convention Center Ballroom.
• Friday-Sunday: Rotational Demonstrations, Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday 9a.m. - 3:15 p.m.

Detailed Conference Schedule (7/5/05) (Word document)

Air Travel: Discounted airfares are available through the following airlines. Please contact your favorite travel agent for information and ticket purchases if you plan to fly to Overland Park, KS. Be sure to mention the airline ID numbers so AAW will be properly credited. Reservations may also be made through Verene Travel, official travel agent for AAW, at (651) 481-4970.

NORTHWEST AIRLINES code NM6L6

UNITED AIRLINES code 53OCE

Ground Transportation:

Avis Rent A Car Systems has again extended a discounted rate for those who want to utilize a rental car. Call 800-331-1600 and use Avis Worldwide Discount number J867085 to receive the discount.

Quick Silver Shuttle Service, you may make online reservations at (800) 888-8924, or www.kcquicksilver.com

There are also numerous taxi and limousine companies at your disposal at the airport

Amtrak: Train service is available to Kansas City KS. For details call: 1-800-872-7245

Hotels: Ask for the American Association of Woodturners rate to receive our special rates. Be sure to reserve your room early. All rooms are blocked until June 19.

Sheraton Overland Park Hotel at Convention Center (host hotel)
http://opcvb.org/servlet/LodgingFinderFrame?EventAction=MORE&HotelId=37
6100 College Blvd
Overland Park Kansas 66211
Reservations: 913-234-2100
also: 888-625-5144
single/double: $99

Amenities:
Dual-line phone, Data port, Physically-challenged accessible rooms, Coffeemaker, Iron/Ironing board, Hairdryer, Color TV, Voice mail, Dial-up Internet access, High speed Internet access, Pool, Meeting facilities, Business center, Fitness center, Non-smoking rooms, Whirlpool, Premium movie channels, Restaurant/Lounge, Pets welcome

Other Lodging:
Other lodging in the area can be found here

Campgrounds:
Rutlader Outpost
33565 S Metcalf
Louisburg KS, 66053,
http://www.rutladeroutpost.com
ph: Toll free 866-888-6779

Meals: The Sheraton Overland Park Hotel has an onsite restaurant. There will be several concession Kiosks open daily for your Convenience in the in the Convention Center.

Demonstrations Rotation Grid (July 5, 2005 version) ( 64K) Adobe Acrobat PDF