Page A28 september 2023 FUNERAL HOME & CEMETERY NEWS Section A 2023 NFDA International Convention & Expo Pre-Convention Highlights Things to do in las vegas There’s More to Las Vegas than the Strip! Our friends at Visit Las Vegas have put together a list of must-see attractions – both on and off the Strip – to add to your Las Vegas bucket list. Learn more at www.VisitLasVegas.com and start making your own bucket list. Bellagio Conservatory & Botanical Gardens at Bellagio You’ve got to get that selfie with the iconic fountains of Bellagio, right? While you’re there, venture into the resort to take in the sights and scents of the season. Breathtakingly beautiful, the elaborate floral displays are definitely Instagram- worthy! Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas Just say oui to this Las Vegas landmark, which offers visitors spectacular Strip-side views from 46 stories in the sky. The half-scale replica features a nightly light show – inspired by the original in Paris – and a French restaurant at the top. Gondola Ride at The Venetian Resort Las Vegas Whether you’re on a romantic ride with your partner or taking a fun- loving float with friends, a gondola trip is always a good idea. Coast down the Grand Canal under bridges and balconies while being serenaded in Italian by your talented gondolier! AREA15 Otherworldly experiences await at this massive arts and entertainment complex just off the Strip. Hit a bullseye at Dueling Axes, ride Haley’s Comet, and explore a surreal “grocery store” at Meow Wolf’s Omega Mart art installation – and that’s only the beginning! The space also boasts bars, lounges and restaurants, such as The Beast by celebrity chef Todd English. The Mob Museum This downtown Las Vegas institution explores the fascinating history of organized crime and law enforcement. Featuring four floors of exhibits and artifacts, don’t forget to grab a cocktail at The Underground, a fully functioning distillery and speakeasy housed in the building’s basement. High Roller at The LINQ Promenade See the Las Vegas Strip and surrounding valley from a unique angle – 360 degrees of them to be exact! With a full rotation taking 30 minutes, the observation wheel brings visitors 550 feet up in the air. Live Entertainment It just wouldn’t be a proper trip to Vegas without seeing a superstar residency or a world- class production. Good news: The Entertainment Capital of the World offers opportunities to catch something fabulous every night of the week, no matter what genre. Las Vegas has it all! Source: VisitLasVegas.com Service of Remembrance: 9/11 NEVER FORGET MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 | 9:30 – 11:30 A.M. On the 22nd anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, join us as we remember the victims, in addition to the families and survivors whose lives were forever changed. John LaBarbera, Battalion Commander, FDNY (Ret.) will inspire us to reflect on the events of that day and honor the memories of all who died. We’ll also pay tribute to our funeral service family members who died during the past year. Funeral Directors Under 40 Party TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 | 5:30 – 7:30 P.M. Join your Under 40 colleagues at Flight Club for an incredible networking event on the famous Las Vegas Strip! Try your hand at Social Darts, where you will enjoy friendly games, bespoke cocktails, and delicious shareable bites in your own playing area. Located within the Venetian Resort, Flight Club offers a vibrant and captivating design, reminiscent of British pubs and fairgrounds with a modern twist, as well as striking interactive and imaginative art throughout the destination, providing guests with can’t-miss photo opportunities at every turn. welcome party SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 | 5:30 P.M. – 7:30 P.M. HILTON RESORTS WORLD, ROSE TERRACE Your convention adventure kicks off in style at the Welcome Party! Every year, this is the place to be. Join us and reconnect with old friends, plus make some new ones, while enjoying amazing music, hors d’oeuvres, and refreshments. Will this be your first time attending the NFDA convention? Join us at the First-time Attendee Reception, starting at 5 p.m. before to the Welcome Party. TUesday Conversation CafÉ TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 | 12:30 – 2 P.M. The Defense Never Rests (1.5 CE hours) Chris Farmer, General Counsel | NFDA Mike Nicodemus, Vice President, Cremation Services | NFDA Victor March Sr., CPA, CFSP, CPC, President & CEO | MARCORP, LTD & Subsidiaries Are you keeping your funeral home, crematory, cemetery and individual funeral directors out of legal trouble? Join our expert panel to discuss how you can reduce the risk of lawsuits and claims against your business. We’ll cover how to properly train your staff to avoid litigation, the importance of proper documentation, Indemnification Agreements, and procedures with your third-party crematory. Booth #1362
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