T Competitive Exhibit: he Convention Competitive Exhibit is a favorite of our attendees. We encourage everyone to bring a doll or dolls for display. This exhibit provides an opportunity not only to share your doll but to study a variety dolls in historical context. Highlight tours are a wonderful way to learn about the judging process and to learn about the dolls on display. Tours are free, so be sure to sign up and not miss this opportunity. The Helper room will be filled with wonderful items generously donated. Advanced tickets will be sold for those wanting a head start. Silent auction items geared toward higher quality collectibles will surely tempt those with some extra cash to spare. We welcome donations per our guidelines as these donations help offset convention expenses. It's so much fun to win! Additional Activities: Nashville is known as "Music City" - with this in mind, we are working on some new special evening events. The convention starts off with our annual fundraiser and appreciation ice cream social At Your Service on Monday evening, sponsored by the Fundraising Committee. This is our way of thanking all of you for your continued support. Your Officers and Board members will be there to greet you while you enjoy a sweet treat. Opening Ceremonies will kick off the start of convention in "Music City." The Fundraising Committee will honor those individuals and clubs who have supported UFDC during the year with Certificates of Appreciation. Kathy Monier will delight us with one of her awesome programs that will leave you dancing in the aisles. The highlight of the evening is the Grand Opening of the Salesroom. No doubt that this is an eagerly awaited event. There is no saleroom that can compare to the UFDC salesroom. Our dealers have decorated their booths to enhance their wonderful merchandise. Attendees may be overwhelmed by the variety and quality of the dolls and accessories displayed for your appreciation. This year we are introducing something new - a "Learning Room" in our salesroom. Dealers who wish to participate will schedule times for talks about dolls. The room will be part of the salesroom, free for all attendees. DOLL NEWS * ufdc.org 33http://www.ufDc.Org