Connect, Collaborate, and Re-Energize at our DKG Maryland State Organization Convention

www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/BWIZK/G-DELT
​Come to Connect, Collaborate, and Re-Energize at our DKG Maryland State Organization Convention, on April 11-13, 2025 at the Hyatt Place Kent Narrows & Marina, 3028 Kent Narrow Way South, Grasonville, MD 21638. The theme is Honor the Past, Celebrate the Present, Prepare for the Future.

Hotel Reservation: https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/BWIZK/G-DELT  or call direct (800) 233-1234
Room Rate: 1, 2, or 3 occupants: $189.00 plus taxes per night)
Group Code – G-DELT
Arrival Date: April 11, 2025 Departure Date: April 13, 2025
Cutoff Date (LAST DAY TO MAKE RESERVATIONS): March 11, 2025 

Click here for CONFERENCE registration.

Click here for hotel reservation

Convention Events
Friday, April 11th
Registration Opens at 4:00pm
Dinner on your own
Founder’s Day Presentation, Trivia, Karaoke

Saturday, April 12th
Business Meeting, Luncheon, Workshops, Banquet
New Officers’ Reception
View the Women in the Arts’ Displays
Participate in the Silent Auction

Sunday, April 13th Celebration of Life

Saturday Workshops and Descriptions
2:00-2:50 and 3:35-4:25
Unleash Your Creativity with Tech!
Presenters: Jeannette Gionfriddo, Alpha Beta and Sheila Gearhart, Epsilon 
Join us to explore the apps: PhotoCircle, Canva, and Adobe Express. These digital tools will help you create a variety of professional-looking projects, as well as allow you to collaborate with others seamlessly and share with ease. Perfect for hobbyists looking for FREE easy-to-use tools to elevate their craft.

Under the Sea
​Presenter: Wendy Happel, Mu.
Using acrylic paint, shells, and other materials, you’ll create a 4 x4 canvas on an easel of a Clown fish swimming with friends (limit 20 per session)  You must register for this session on the registration form provided.

2:00-2:50 Only
Navigating the DKG International Website
Presenter: Eileen Little, DKG Northeast Regional Director
The DKG website is full of information and resources! Come learn more about our society and where to find things. You will be amazed with all the resources, opportunities, and benefits that DKG offers you.  

3:00-3:30 Short Sessions: Attend Both
3:00-3:15 YOUR VOICE MATTERS! 
Presenter: JoAnn Velten, Xi
Stay up to date with DKG'S U.S. FORUM. Learn how to contact your legislators and follow legislation of interest. Engage in the legislative process!!!  

3:15-3:30 ChatGPT: A Helpful Assistant
Presenter: Dr. Minnie Young, Eta 
This is a 15-minute mini-session introducing generative AI’s role in education and daily life. Includes a live demo, practical uses, and key safety tips.

3:35-4:25 REPEAT of Unleash your CreaDvity with Tech and Under the Sea
Round Table with Eileen Little
Join Eileen, Northeast Regional Director, and share in a Roundtable Discussion with fellow members. Possible discussion topics may include: How do you get involved at the international level? What has your chapter done that you are proud of and wish to share? What are the benefits of your DKG membership? What questions, concerns or topics do you want to discuss? 

It will be all worthwhile!  Come and join the conference!