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Accommodations

We do not currently have room blocks secured with any local hotels.
For a list of hotel options click here.
To get the State rate it is recommended you call the hotel directly.

Venue

The Friday Center (FCC) is fully accessible with plenty of ADA parking.
The FCC provides a quiet, secure, and private room located near the FCC front desk. This room is available on a first come first serve basis and is cleaned between users. Lactation services include a shared refrigerator for expressed milk storage (requires a signed waiver for use).
Gender non-specific restrooms are located on the second floor and can be accessed by elevator or stairs located near the FCC front desk.
Conference rooms often run with variable temperatures, some cooler while others are warmer. Plan to bring layers to ensure your comfort.
Wi-fi is open and free. No password required.

Directions

From Winston-Salem, Greensboro and West:

Take I-40 East to Exit 273 (Hwy 54 West/Chapel Hill). Turn right at top of ramp. Proceed approximately 2 miles and turn left onto Friday Center Drive. Take the SECOND right into the FCC Guest parking area. Guest parking will be on the left with the FCC on your right as you enter the parking area.

From Durham

Take I-85 South to 15-501 or I-40 East.

From Charlotte

Take I-85 North to Greensboro and follow the directions from Greensboro noted above.

From Wilmington and East

Take I-40 West to exit 273 (Hwy 54 West/Chapel Hill). follow the directions from Greensboro with the exception of turning left off the ramp as noted above.

Parking

The Friday Conference Center (FCC) quest parking lot is provided at no cost exclusively for conference attendees.
The SEMI-CIRCLE quest lot is located across from the main entrance at the South end of the facility. This is the SECOND right off Friday Center Drive.
Permits are required and must be displayed on the dashboard of each vehicle when parked in the guest lot at ALL times.
Parking permits can be printed from this link: FCC Parking Permit
Plenty of ADA parking is available.
Vehicles may be left in lot following the conference times to allow for carpooling to Monday evening dinner groups. Ensure your permit remains prominently displayed.

Food

There is continental breakfast and all-day beverage services within the Blueberry Hill area in the Atrium. Blueberry Hill services close at 4 p.m. each day.
Lunch is buffet style and accommodates the dietary restrictions conveyed to us during registration and should include ingredient labels to ensure appropriate safety for our participants.

Check-In & General Conference Information

You only need to check-in once. If you have a name badge you do not need to check-in a second time.
Review the schedule and Presentation descriptions to ensure you have a plan for your experience.

Conference at a Glance Presentation Descriptions

Check your emails for the link to presentations and download the slides. Handouts will not be provided at the conference.

Community Outreach

This year NC RAA is supporting Camp Celebrate. Visit the Community Outreach page or follow this link for details on how you can help us meet our goal.
Bring your dollars and play the duck pond for prizes. $1 per duck gets you a chance to win a prize. All proceeds go directly to the Camp Celebrate Community Outreach support.
Check you name badge for one of the following icons: These icons represent which team you have been assigned to for the friendly competition of raising funds for our outreach project.
Announcements will be made periodically throughout the conference as to team progress. Help us reach our goal and support Camp Celebrate.

Monday Evening Dinner Groups

Monday dinner group sign up Dinner Group Signup
Carpooling: Cars may stay at the FCC while you attend a dinner group as long as the parking pass remains displayed on the dashboard of your car. Carpooling is highly recommended to avoid parking difficulties at the area restaurants.
Restaurant choices with their menu links:

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