The Thomas P. Hinman Dental Meeting–the nation’s leading dental meeting and comprehensive source of continuing education in dentistry–will host “Hinman’s Night Out” at the Georgia Aquarium, a private party for attendees on March 23, 2018. Held in the Georgia Aquarium, this year’s event has a masquerade theme that encourages costumes and will feature live music, contests/giveaways, food, dancing and more. Last year’s event, also open to all dental professionals, drew nearly 3,000 participants.
“We are excited about this year’s lineup of special events, the most we’ve ever offered at Hinman. My wife Julie was instrumental in organizing many of them and I’m proud of what we’ll offer attendees in March,” said Dr. Patrick Yancey III, General Chairman for Hinman 2018. “We’ve found throughout the years at Hinman that if you combine learning with fun and networking, it’s the best possible three days you could spend outside of the practice.”
Hinman 2018 kicks off on Thursday morning, March 22nd and features world-renowned forensic pathologist, Dr. Bennet Omalu, at the Keynote Session held that night at 5:30 p.m. Dr. Omalu’s story, which is chronicled in the hit film Concussion (starring Will Smith), is one of incredible triumph in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds. In addition to the Keynote Session, there are special events designed for attendees and their guests throughout the three-day conference. They include:
Thursday, March 22nd
•AmericasMart Shopping – Typically only open to trade professionals, Hinman attendees can shop the wholesale showrooms between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. It’s also open on March 23rd during the same hours. Fee: $20.
•James Farmer Book Signing & Coffee – Best-selling author, Southern Living editor-at-large and professional garden, floral and interior designer, James Farmer, will speak 10:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. and sign his newest book, A Place to Call Home. Fee: $25.
•Keynote Session – World-renowned forensic pathologist, Dr. Bennet Omalu, will speak at the Keynote Session held Thursday 5:30 – 7 p.m. Fee: Free to registered attendees.
Friday, March 23rd
•Pilates Fitness Class – On Friday, start the day with Pilates from 7 to 7:30 a.m. Fee: $10.
•Hinman Luncheon with Roland Mesnier – Hosted at the Capital City Club, Roland Mesnier will share stories from his time in the White House. He was hired in 1979 by first lady Rosalyn Carter and served as Executive Pastry Chef under five Presidents over 26 years. The luncheon is held at 11:45 a.m. – 1:45 p.m. Fee: $70.
•Atlanta Brews Cruise – Spend the afternoon visiting Atlanta’s most popular breweries and brewpubs, including SweetWater Brewing Company, Red Brick Brewing and 5 Seasons Brewing. The event is held 12:30 – 5:30 p.m. Fee: $68.
•Wine Tasting & Seminar – This popular wine educational event, with a new theme of “California v. Europe,” returns from 3 - 4:30 p.m. Fee: $55.
•Dental Student Happy Hour – Dental students are invited to a Happy Hour in the Hinman Hoops area of the exhibit hall to kick-off Friday evening from 4 - 5 p.m. Attendees can enter-to-win fabulous prizes as well as receive two free drinks. Fee: Free to registered dental students that pre-register for the event.
•Hinman’s Night Out at the Georgia Aquarium – Hinman takes over the Georgia Aquarium and invites all registered dental professionals to the event held from 7 - 10:30 p.m. Fee: $40 for registered attendees with a reduced price of $20 for students and residents.
Saturday, March 24th
•Yoga Fitness Class -- On Saturday, start the day with yoga from 7 to 7:30 a.m. Fee: $10.
•Junior League of Atlanta Tour of Kitchens – The 21st Annual Tour of Kitchens will showcase many of Atlanta’s finest residential kitchens created by the city’s most celebrated designers. The tour is held 9:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. Fee: $48.
•Atlanta History Center and Swan House Tour – Between 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m., tour 33 acres of award-winning exhibitions, historic houses, enchanting gardens, interactive activities and more. This includes a docent-led tour of the historic Swan House. Transportation provided. Fee: $40.
Hinman 2018 will take place March 22-24 at the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC) and Omni Hotel at CNN Center in Atlanta, Georgia. Registration for Hinman 2018 will open on Tuesday, December 5, 2017. Please visit www.hinman.org for more information.
