CONTENTS January • February 2012


ON THE COVER: The Pier Shops at Caesars in Atlantic City, NJ


PAGE 10 The Orchard Room, one of four private party rooms at Normandy Farm Hotel and Conference Center's upscale restaurant, The Farmer's Daughter, in Blue Bell, PA.


FEATURES


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PAGE 62 The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts in Philadelphia, PA not only plays host to special events, but offers group tour opportunities, as well.


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Boutique and Upscale Properties Intimate spaces and high-end amenities for meetings


Dinner Meetings and Catered Affairs Culinary artists serving up cuisine that looks as good as it tastes


Gettng the Most Out of CVBs CVBs and DMOs offer great value to meeting and event planners


Build a Tour and They Will Come Generate excitement by adding a group tour to the itinerary


The Lost Art of... Exploring three nearly-obsolete restaurant positions


Employees Wanted: Low Pay, No Benefits Many employees today are not motivated solely by money


EVENTS EXTRAS


Specializing in Small Retreats Events Worthy Happenings


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March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction 34 Location Reports


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Camden, Cherry Hill and Mt. Laurel, NJ; South Jersey Shore; Central and Coastal Virginia


Events Worthy Happenings 60


Major Wow Factor: Planning The Red Ball 66 Calendar of Events EventMakers


Advertiser Directory


PAGE 40 An exciting venue for meeting and special event groups, Harrah’s Resort and Casino in Atlantic City, NJ.


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