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2008 Minneapolis
Support Group Summit

When:

August 2, 2008, 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm.

Where:

California Cafe/Mall of America
368 South Boulevard
3rd Floor - next to Macy's
Bloomington, MN
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(952) 854-2233
ccmallofamerica@californiacafe.com

Lodging:

Hilton Minneapolis/St. Paul Mall of America
3800 American Blvd. East
Bloomington, MN
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1-952-854-2100

About the area:

Minneapolis is home to Mall of America, the nation's largest retail and entertainment complex. The 4.2 million square foot destination is home to more than 520 world-class shops. It houses Underwater Adventures Aquarium, a 1.2 million gallon walk-through aquarium; a 14-screen movie theater; A.C.E.S. Flight Simulation and more.

California Cafe is centrally located in the Mall, offering our members a dining experience like no other. Watch the roller coasters speed by as you dine atop our beautiful terrace.

Sit back, get some support and savor!

Schedule:

General Schedule for Saturday
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM Attendee Meet-n-greet at Cairbou Coffee
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM Roll or Walk to Your Goal!
6:00 PM - 6:15 PM Opening Remarks & Introductions
6:15 PM - 6:45 PM Dr. Kathy Nickerson - Learning Your Love Language
6:45 PM - 7:30 PM TBD
7:30 PM - 8:15 PM Support Session: What's YOUR Magic Formula for long-term WLS Success?
8:15 PM - 8:45 PM ObesityHelp Angel Awards - Recognizing the Inspiring People and Leaders in the OH Community!
8:45 PM - 9:00 PM Closing Remarks, Door Prizes and Group Photo!

Speakers / Topics

Member Meet-N-Greet

Centered at Minneapolis’ famed Mall of America, our evening event will kick off at 5pm with an informal meet-n-greet at Caribou Coffee. OH members, support group leaders and friends will connect with other WLS pre- and post-ops in the relaxed, charming atmosphere at Caribou. Swap a recipe, share your journey and your before and after pictures!! Beverages provided compliments of ObesityHelp.

Ride or Walk to Your Goal!

We've got two fun options for our event attendees:

Ride to your Goal: For all attendee members who shared the goal of "Riding a Roller Coaster" in our Goal System – you'll have an opportunity to do just that! Attendees will be able to ride the Mall of America roller coaster as a group compliment of ObesityHelp before our dinner event begins. (RSVP to joanna@obesityhelp.com)

Walk to your Goal: For all other attendees who'd rather go a gentler route, take a stroll through the Mall of America with relationship expert Kathleen Nickerson, PhD. You'll be armed with a Mall of America coupon book for any souvenir goodies that interest you.
(RSVP to kim@obesityhelp.com)

Support Group Session; What Is Your Magic Formula for Success?

Stellar OH Support Group Leaders Liz Sorlie and Sandy Pulis will engage the group, asking us what we consider our “Magic Formula” for long-term success and motivation. Share your success, big or small, and let us know what you do that keeps you on track! Motivate others by sharing what you do to stay inspired.

OH Angel Honors

After hearing everyone’s story of success, we’ll have a drawing in which one attendee will be the lucky recipient of a “Makeover Kit” including; luxury spa goodies, gift certificates and more. We’ll also honor the attendees that have travelled the most distance to join us, and who have lost the most weight post-operatively. As a bonus, in appreciation of our OH Members, each attendee will receive a one year FREE subscription to OH Magazine! And don’t forget our other door prizes, OH goodie bags and VISA gift card!

Costs and Ticket Information:

Full access to our support group summit and dinner at the California Cafe.

**Check out your State message board for a promotional discount code for this event!** All event tickets are non-refundable.

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