June 2024 Meet-Up

CLICK HERE to register for this event!
Registration form includes the location, agenda, guest speaker, lunch choices, campus tour option, recommended hotels, and optional registration for the play on Saturday night.
NOTE: Registration is required by May 27.

Host: VSU Retirees Association

Location:
University Conference Center, Cypress Room
Valdosta State University
1203 North Patterson Street
Valdosta, GA 31698

Cost: $20.00 for the meeting, includes lunch.

Meeting Schedule
9:30-10:00am – Sign-in, networking and coffee
10:00-10:30am – Introductions and Welcome
10:30-11:15am – Mr. Donald O. Davis, former Executive Director of the Lowndes County Historical Society and Museum and a Valdosta State graduate, will share historical highlights from Valdosta, Lowndes County, VSU, and the surrounding area.
11:15-11:30am – Break
11:30am-1:00pm – Business Meeting and Lunch
1:00-2:00pm – VSU Campus Tour (visit VSU Self-Guided Tour and VSU Walking Trail for a preview)

On Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 7:30pm, VSU’s Peach State Summer Theatre will present “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” in the Fine Arts Center’s Sawyer Auditorium. Tickets are $25 each. With your ticket purchase, you and your guest are also invited to attend the opening reception at 6:30pm as guests of the VKSU Retirees Association. Tickets must be purchased by May 27 via the registration form to get the special price and be included in the reception.

LODGING
Closest lodging to VSU:
Courtyard by Marriott, 1564 Baytree Road
Hilton Garden Inn, 1702 Gornto Road
Drury Inn and Suites, 1327 N. St. Augustine Road
Explore other places to stay In Valdosta: https://visitvaldosta.org/stay/

RESTAURANTS suggested for gathering
Austin’s Cattle Company
Guilio’s Mediterranean Cuisine
306 North
Missy has made reservations at these three restaurants for Friday night at 5:30 for groups of 6. The restaurants will take separate checks. Reservations for Saturday night start at 5:00 to accommodate the reception before the play. Sign up for your spot at the regular meeting on Friday.
El Paso Tacos & Tequilas

Explore Valdosta: https://visitvaldosta.org/explore/

Click here for printable version of the flyer above. (flyer updated 04-30-2024)

Helpful Links
Valdosta State University
Valdosta State University Retirees Association
Valdosta State University map

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Peach State Summer Theatre
Valdosta First Friday
Valdosta City Map
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