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Conference questions or comments:

Jean House
919.782.6104
jhouse52@bellsouth.net

Anita Stack
919.847.3415
anita.stack@gmail.com

Exhibitor information:

Tommy Johnson
Exhibits Chairman
910.474.1855
vtjohnson@bellsouth.net

Claudia Sweger
Pre-Registration Chair
ncraconfreg@aol.com


Welcome to Greater Raleigh!

Greater Raleigh is proud to host the North Carolina Reading Association, March 13-15, 2011.

Make the most of your visit to the Raleigh area by using the resources of this site as well as the conference homepage. For easy reference, here are helpful conference links:

>>Complete Conference Program Book

>>Registration Form

>>Exhibitor Contract

>>Program Book Ad

>>Conference Sponsorship

>>Conference Schedule of Sessions

At your service in Greater Raleigh:

Getting Here
Whether driving or flying, it couldn’t be easier to get to downtown Raleigh. I-40 and the I-440 Beltline provide easy access to the city. Learn more

The Raleigh Convention Center
Sun-drenched and LEED Silver-Certified, the all-new Raleigh Convention Center is home to stimulating design, inspiring culture and superior service. For driving directions and exhibitor information and to learn more, click here.

Raleigh Marriott City Center
This upscale hotel delivers all the amenities and world-class service you expect.

To make reservations at the Raleigh Marriott City Center for NCRA guests go to: http://cwp.marriott.com/rdumc/ncreading/

Please use the special group code: NCRNCRA

For phone reservations please call toll free 866.260.1270 and ask for N.C. Reading Association over the dates of March 11-15, 2011.

Sheraton Raleigh Hotel
The Sheraton offers a tantalizing blend of luxury and indulgence, all right in the pulsing center of Raleigh’s revitalized downtown—an easy walk to the Raleigh Convention Center.

A personalized Web site for NCRA Annual Meeting has been created for you.

Guests can access the site to learn more about the event and to book, modify or cancel a reservation from October 13, 2010, to March 15, 2011. Go to:

http://www.starwoodmeeting.com/StarGroupsWeb/res?id=1010137482&key=10D17

Downtown Raleigh dining and entertainment
For a multitude of downtown options, check out our handy, printable guide. And, to better plan your restaurant ramble, explore this online video gallery. Learn more

Greater Raleigh SmartCard
Stop by the welcome booth to pick up your Greater Raleigh SmartCard. The card is provided complimentary by ZSpotlight.com and visitRaleigh.com and saves you money at area restaurants and attractions! Learn more

Parking Downtown
The Raleigh Convention Center, Raleigh Marriott City Center and Sheraton Raleigh Hotel offer parking garages, plus other nearby options abound. Download or print a downtown parking map. Learn more

R-LINE Downtown Circulator
Hybrid electric buses will whisk you between the downtown’s central districts, with 10-15 minute headways. Best of all, the rides are free. Learn more


With its historic landmarks and burgeoning cosmopolitan offerings, Raleigh has become a “can’t miss” cultural and entertainment center of the Southeast. Unique restaurants, festivals, cultural centers and sports--all surrounded by luscious greenery! You may forget you’re getting so much work done when every amenity is at your fingertips.

Your Official Source for Greater Raleigh Visitor Information