Annual Convention

 

Join us for a one of a kind educational experience for parents of children, as well as affected adults, living with an endocrine disorder.  World renowned speakers from across the globe will present on physical health, mental health, insurance, genetics, education issues, and so much more!

 

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Are you wondering what will be presented in each segment?
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Interested in attending but can't afford to? Scholarships are available!
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Interested in participating in our Exhibit Hall?
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Schedule of Events

 

Thursday, July 13, 2023

Friday, July 14, 2023

Saturday, July 15, 2023

10:00 am
Registration Desk Opens

8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Childcare & Youth Services Open

8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Childcare & Youth Services Open

 

12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Exhibit Hall Open

 

8:30 am
Field Trip Departs to the Museum
of Science and Industry

9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Educational Segments

2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Complimentary Dental Screenings
with Dr. Kirt Simmons &
Dr. Soumya Padala

9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Educational Segments

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Lunch on your own

 

12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Lunch on your own

1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Childcare & Youth Services Open

 

1:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Childcare & Youth Services Open

1:00 pm - 4:15 pm
Educational Segments

 

1:30 pm - 4:15 pm
Educational Segments

5:30 pm
Marvelous Magical Carnival

 

5:30 pm
Pajama Jammin' Party

 


Event Details

Dates

Thursday, July 13, 2023 - Sunday, July 16, 2023
 

Location

The Westin Lombard Yorktown Center
70 Yorktown Center, Lombard, IL 60148
(630) 719-8000
 

Convention Registration Fee

$125 - This fee includes immediate family only
Additional adults are $25 each (grandparents, aunts/uncles, friends, etc.)
Your registration fee includes a one year membership to MAGIC
 

Hotel Information

The Westin Yorktown Lombard is offering a special group rate of $119 ($132.09 with tax) per night.  Deadline to book your hotel reservation is June 20, 2023.
Book your group rate for MAGIC Foundation Conference 2023

 

Ground Transportation

Free shuttle service is provided by Windy City Limo to the Westin Lombard from O’Hare Airport only!  Shuttle buses will have a MAGIC sign in the window and will pick up at the following O’Hare locations:
Terminal 1 - Door 1G
Terminal 2 - Door 2E
Terminal 3 - Door 3G
Terminal 5 - Door 5E
Pick up is in the center lane, outside the exit doors at baggage claim level
 

The shuttle schedule is as follows:
Thursday, July 13, 2023 - O’Hare Airport to the Westin - 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm, 5 pm and 7 pm
Sunday, July 16, 2023 - Westin to O’Hare Airport - 11 am, 1 pm, 3 pm and 5 pm

If  you are unable to find the shuttle, you can contact Windy City at 866-949-4639. You may choose to arrive at Midway Airport but there is no free transportation available.

 

Dental Screening (Thursday)

Dr. Kirt Simmons & Dr. Soumya Padala will be available from 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm for complimentary dental screenings. Appointments are mandatory and will last approximately 15 minutes. Due to the high demand if you have been seen in the past, please consider allowing another family that has not had a screening this opportunity. Unless your child is having dental issues, we recommend you wait until about the age of 4 to schedule a screening. Appointments are made on a first come, first serve basis. You will be notified by email regarding your appointment status. See registration form to make an appointment.  

 

Field Trip to the Museum of Science and Industry (Friday, during educational sessions)

Adult-chaperoned field trip to the Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago, IL. The cost of $40 per child includes admission, transportation and a boxed lunch. Boxed lunch will include Turkey sandwich for adults and hot dogs for the kids and all will have chips, fruit, cookie and a bottled water. Children must be 6 years or older, unless accompanied by an adult family member. To learn more about the museum, visit their website at www.msichicago.org


Childcare Program/Kid's Camp (Friday & Saturday)

Corporate Kids Events, Inc. will provide a childcare program/kid's camp on Friday, onsite at the Westin, for ages 0-17. The theme is Art Extravaganza and they have a custom schedule of age appropriate activities planned, including: silk painting, pen creations, picture charades, cool key chains, video rest time, watercolor bookmarks, group games, picture pillow cases and more!
 

The cost is $50 per child.  Children must be picked up from childcare/kid's camp during lunch because they will be closed for lunch.  If you sign up for these services you will receive a registration form to fill out when you receive your email confirmation from MAGIC.  Forms will be returned to MAGIC.

 

Pajama Jammin' Party (Friday)

Join us for a family pajama party.  We will have dinner and a DJ, so come wearing your favorite jammies and slippers and dance the night away!  If you have any dietary concerns, please list them on the registration form.  The cost per person to attend this event is: $18 for ages 12+, $12 for ages 3-11 and under 2 years old are free.

 

Marvelous Magical Carnival (Saturday)

Join us for a magical night of fun, carnival games and networking. Dress in colorful clothes with funny hats, wigs, necklaces or as a themed character. Dinner will be served.  If you have any dietary concerns, please list them on the registration form.  The cost per person to attend this event is: $18 for ages 12+, $12 for ages 3-11 and under 2 years old are free.

 

 

ALL TIMES ARE LISTED IN CENTRAL TIME (CT)


Interested in participating in our Exhibit Hall?
If so,
CLICK HERE FOR EXHIBIT AND SPONSORSHIP INFORMATION

 

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