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First Timer's Orientation Breakfast - Friday, Sept. 26, 7 - 8am
Start networking right out of the gate! Enjoy a light breakfast while seasoned professionals get you acquainted with the conference and how it works.

Gamification through the Conference App
You will have an opportunity to connect with fellow attendees in a fun and laid back way. Or compete for a chance to win prizes.

Breaks and meals
Chat over a cup of coffee. Or invite someone to sit at your table for lunch. Breaking bread together is a terrific way to make connections.

Exhibit Hall with Bingo Game
Make sure you get a Bingo card from XXXXXXXXXXX. Engage various exhibitors to earn your bingo marker. Make Bingo and win a prize!

Happy Tails Hangout - Friday, Sept. 26 & Saturday, Sept. 27
New this year is an area in the Exhibit Hall dedicated to allowing you to enjoy animals when you’re not trying to heal them! This year, come cuddle a kitten between sessions to get that serotonin kick or to recharge. And just because kittens!

Vendor Night - Friday, Sept. 26
Vendor night is an evening when many exhibitors choose to host receptions and dinners. Details on those events are at the sole discretion of the exhibitor. Not every exhibitor hosts an event on Vendor Night. 

Wags to Riches Casino Night Fundraiser - Friday, Sept. 26, 6:30 - 9:30pm
Platinum Ballroom
Hosted by MVMA's foundation, the Michigan Animal Health Foundation, this annual fundraiser continues to grow in popularity. An evening of gaming (fun money), a silent auction, great nosh and lots of fun and laughs! This event helps raise money to provide financial assistance to individuals and institutions in order to benefit the health and welfare of animals. 
Separate registration and fee applies - purchase your ticket today!