60th Annual Meeting Florida Anthropological Society May 2-4, 2008 Ybor City/Tampa, Florida The Central Gulf Coast Archaeological Society is pleased to host the 2008 Annual Meeting of the Florida Anthropological Society in historic Ybor City. Known as Tampa s Latin Quarter for over a century, Ybor City is an exotic blend of aromas, flavors, sights and sounds. Founded by Vicente Martinez-Ybor as a cigarmanufacturing center, Ybor City today is one of only two National Historic Landmark Districts in Florida. Red brick buildings, wrought iron balconies, and narrow brick streets give it an Old World charm that offers a refreshing change of pace. Excellent restaurants, eclectic shops and art galleries, plus a variety of pubs, patio bars, and nightclubs make Ybor City one of Florida s top-ranked entertainment and shopping districts. Contacts: Meeting Organizers: Shanna Drwiega (352) 870-5360 sdrwiega@yahoo.com Marcie Connors (813) 920-4198 tjconnors@verizon.net Registration Chair: Chris Hardy (727) 733-3636 kasotagirl@yahoo.com Program Chair: Robert Austin (813) 677-2280 bob@searchinc.com Vendor Chair: Dave Burns (813) 968-7910 daveburns@prodigy.net Meeting Venue: L'Unione Italiana (The Italian Club), 1731 East Seventh Avenue, Tampa, FL 33605. (813) 248-3316 This beautifully restored 100-year-old building is located in the heart of Ybor City and was established to serve the social and economic needs of the Italian immigrant community at the turn-of-thecentury. Parking is free on Saturday for meeting attendees. Registration: Advance Registration: $45 Late Registration (after April 2, 2008): $55 Click here for registration form.
Paper/Poster Submissions: Deadline for abstract submissions is February 15, 2008. For submission guidelines and abstract submittal form click here. For information about the Student Paper Award, click here. Conference Hotel: Hampton Inn & Suites 1301 East Seventh Avenue, Tampa FL 33605 (813) 247-6700 Located 4 blocks from The Italian Club with trolley access to Ybor City attractions and downtown Tampa. Hotel Rate: $119/night plus tax for single and double occupancy. To receive this rate, mention The Florida Anthropological Society or ask for Barbara Fara. Cut-off date for the group rate is midnight April 2, 2008. Parking is $6/night per vehicle in the hotel garage. Alternate Hotels: Click here for information on other nearby hotels. Preliminary Schedule of Events: Thursday, May 1 Columbia Restaurant 7:00P-10:00P Weeden Island Interest Group Family Room Roundtable (invitation only) Friday, May 2 Hampton Inn 9:00A-12:00P Florida Public Archaeology Network Columbia/Gaspar Board Meeting Room 9:00A-12:00P Trail of Florida s Indian Heritage Clarkson Boardroom Board Meeting 12:00P- 1:00P Lunch On the town 1:00P- 4:00P Registration Lobby 12:00P- 2:00P FAC Board Meeting Italian Club, Mezzanine Meeting Room 2:00P- 4:00P FAC General Meeting Italian Club, Mezzanine Meeting Room 2:00P- 4:00P FAS Old Board Meeting Columbia/Gaspar Room 6:00P- 9:00P FAS Reception & FAC Stewards of Ybor City Museum Heritage Awards Presentation State Park Saturday, May 3 Italian Club 8:00A- 2:00P Registration Lobby
8:00A- 4:00P Book publishers, vendors Cantina 8:00A- 4:00P Poster Exhibits 2 nd Floor Lobby 8:00A-11:30A Presentation of Papers Auditorium & Ballroom 11:30A- 1:30P Lunch On the town 12:00P- 1:00P Free Public Lecture: Gulf Coast Archaeology Auditorium 1:30P- 4:00P Presentation of Papers Auditorium & Ballroom 4:00P- 5:00P FAS New Board Meeting Mezzanine Meeting Room 6:30P-10:00P Banquet & FAS Awards Ceremony Ballroom Keynote Speaker: Dr. Brent Weisman Sunday, May 4 8:30A-10:30A Walking Tour of Ybor City Ybor City or 11am to 1pm Tour Guide: Dr. Gary Mormino 11am-12pm Archaeology of Little Salt Springs Florida Aquarium Speaker: Mike Terrell Alternate Hotels: Hilton Garden Inn, Ybor City 1700 East Ninth Avenue, Tampa, FL 33605 (813) 769-9267 Located in Ybor City within walking distance of The Italian Club and Hampton Inn. Rate: $179/night if paid in full in advance Brandon Motor Lodge 906 Brandon Blvd. (SR60) East, Brandon, FL 33511 (813) 689-1261 Rate: $65/night 10 miles (20 minutes) from Ybor City Days Inn 9942 East Adamo Drive (SR 60), Brandon, FL 33619 (813) 623-5121 Rate: $69/night 6 miles (10 minutes) from Ybor City Red Roof Inn 10121 Horace Avenue, Brandon, FL 33619 (813) 681-8484 Rate: $75/night 7 miles (12 minutes) from Ybor City Homestead Studio Suites 330 Grand Regency Blvd., Brandon, FL 33510 (813) 643-5900 Rate: $75/night 8 miles (15 minutes) from Ybor City
Hampton Inn, East Tampa/Brandon 10110 Horace Avenue, Brandon, FL 33619 (813) 661-8888 Rate: $89/night 7 miles (12 minutes) from Ybor City La Quinta Inn 310 Grand Regency Blvd., Brandon, FL 33510 (813) 643-0574 Rate: $89/night 8 miles (15 minutes) from Ybor City Best Western 9331 East Adamo Drive (SR60), Brandon, FL 33619 (813) 621-5555 Rate: $90/night 6 miles (10 minutes) from Ybor City Comfort Suites 9932 East Adamo Drive (SR60), Brandon, FL 33619 (813) 630-4444 Rate: $91/night Holiday Inn Express 510 Grand Regency Blvd., Brandon, FL 33510 (813) 643-3800 Rate: $117/night 8 miles (15 minutes) from Ybor City Hilton Garden Inn, Tampa East/Brandon 10309 Highland Manor Drive, Tampa, FL 33610 (813) 626-6700 Rate: $134/night if paid in full in advance Fairfield Inn 10150 Palm River Road, Brandon, FL 33619 (813) 661-9719 Rate: $149/night Courtyard Marriott 10152 Palm River Road, Brandon, FL 33619 (813) 661-9559 Rate: $159/night
Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina 700 South Florida Avenue, Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 221-4900 Rate: $209/night The Westin Harbour Island 725 South Harbour Island Blvd., Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 229-5000 Rate: $219/night Hyatt Regency Tampa 211 North Tampa Street, Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 225-1234 Rate: $239/night Sheraton Riverwalk 200 North Ashley Drive, Tampa, FL 33602 (813) 226-4400 Rate: $249/night B & B s/guest Houses: Gram s Place Hostel and Music 3109 Ola Avenue North, Tampa, FL 33603 (813) 221-0596 A unique bed & breakfast and campsite that honors country-rock pioneer Gram Parsons. Two miles from Ybor City. http://www.grams-inn-tampa.com Rates: $68/night for room with private bath $49/night for room with shared bath $22.50/night per person for dorm room $18/night for campsite Don Vicente Historic Inn 1915 Republica de Cuba, Tampa, FL 33605 (813) 241-4545 Located in Ybor City within walking distance of The Italian Club and Hampton Inn. http://www.donvicenteinn.com Rates: $179-$199/night Casita De La Verdad 1609 East 6th Avenue, Tampa, FL 33605 (813) 654-6087 Historic home in the heart of Ybor City. http://www.yborcityguesthouse.com
Rates: $250/night REGISTRATION FORM 60th Annual Meeting Florida Anthropological Society May 2-4, 2008 Ybor City/Tampa, Florida Name: Institution: Address: City: State: Zip Code: Email: Telephone: FAS Member: Yes No Chapter Name (if applicable) i. Registration (until April 2, 2008) $45 II. Late Registration (after April 2, 2008) $55 III. FAS Reception/FAC Stewards of Heritage Awards Free Friday evening, May 2, 2008, Ybor City Museum State Park Open to all FAS and FAC members Total attending Reception IV. FAS Banquet x $40 each = Saturday evening, May 3, 2008, The Italian Club Ballroom Banquet will be buffet style and will include chicken, fish, pork, black beans and rice, salads, vegetables, dessert VI. Walking Tour of Ybor City (Limited to 30) Free Sunday morning, May 4, 2008 Guided tour of historic Ybor City led by historian and author Dr. Gary Mormino. Total for Tour VII. Little Salt Spring Lecture (Waiting List ONLY!!!) Free Sunday morning, May 4, 2008, Florida Aquarium Lecture and presentation by Underwater Archaeologist Mike Terrell Free admission to Aquarium Total Attending Lecture VIII. Donations to FAS 2008 are most welcome. Thank you. $ IX. Total Amount Enclosed $ Make checks payable to CGCAS Inc./FAS 2008 Meeting Mail form and check to: Chris Hardy, 1668 Nantucket Ct., Palm Harbor, FL 34683. THANK YOU