Texas Press Association
129th Summer Convention
Sheraton Arlington Hotel
June 19-21, 2008
Hotel & Registration DEADLINES:
June 4
FRIDAY NIGHT DINNER & ENTERTAINMENT — Take a thrilling dip on the Titan when TPA goes to Six Flags Over Texas June 20 during the Summer Convention.
After dinner experience the awe of Cirque Dreams Coobrila as three main characters — Cooler, Brighter and Later — guide you through the world of imagination. The Sheraton Arlington Hotel is directly across from Six Flags so attendees won't have far to go to enjoy the rides, dinner, show & parking included with every full convention registration.
THURSDAY GOLF TOURNAMENT — The Texas Newspaper Foundation 10th annual charity golf tournament June 19, The Waterchase Golf Club sponsored by Embarq
SATURDAY NIGHT TNF FUND-RAISER — Dinner and entertainment June 21 to raise money for the Texas Newspaper Foundation. Details coming soon.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT BALLGAME — Only a few tickets remain for convention earlybirds to attend the June 18 home game when the Texas Rangers take on the Atlanta Braves. June 18 is $1 hotdog night at the park too! The Rangers Ballpark is within walking distance from the Sheraton Arlington.
FRIDAY STADIUM TOURS — (sold out) Take a free tour of the new state-of-the-art Dallas Cowboys stadium still under construction. Tours will be available exclusively for TPA registered attendees June 20 in the afternoon during the Summer Convention.
FRIDAY UTMOST DRIVING EXPERIENCE — at Texas Motor Speedway. Test your driving skills in a race car driving course. This extra activity June 20 is only for the brave at heart as the cars go up to 150 mph with you behind the wheel!