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Something for Everyone at the 2006 GIG Annual Education Conference, June 
8-11, 2006 in Salt Lake City, UT

Kids Travel the World Learning about Celiac Disease - through an interactive 
GIG Kids Day Camp Program, children 5-15 will experience celiac disease in 
other countries. Kids will visit Ireland, Italy, Canada, France, and Japan. In 
each country they will experience cooking, craft and cultural activities. Kids 
will make sushi with Chef Aaron; watch a karate demonstration, and much more. 
The weekend culminates with Trick 'r treating the exhibitors. Activities are 
age-appropriate with a special program specifically for teens. Childcare is 
available for children under 5 years old.

General Program - Friday is "All about Food" and includes lectures on 
labeling, the gluten-free diet, dining out while traveling and gluten-free meal 
planning on a budget. Of course, there are the cooking demonstrations: cooking with 
whole grains, tea party treats and cooking naturally gluten-free. Friday 
night dine in fabulous restaurants in Salt Lake City with new and familiar 
friends.

Saturday learn about skin health and DH, the latest in CD research; modify a 
gluten-free diet for other health issues; use of pre- and probiotics; coping 
with celiac disease; and the relationship between family and food. Saturday 
evening attend our Pennies from Heaven Dinner, a fund raising dinner with a live 
auction and plenty of fun.

On Sunday, network in roundtable discussion groups, facilitated by 
physicians.

Visit the exhibit hall finding your favorite products and new foods. Watch 
for fun activities with the exhibitors.

Leadership Training - leaders of GIG Branches, Partner groups and others will 
attend the second annual Leadership Training Day on Thursday. This highly 
successful, free full-day program provides leaders with skills and information 
needed to serve their local area effectively. This year the program focus is on 
coping strategies to be a supportive leader, getting publicity and promotions 
without big bucks, and the role of Branches in GIG's strategic plan. As well, 
there is plenty of time to discuss issues within the Branches, material and 
idea sharing. The day ends with a relaxing fun evening called Challenge is on: 
Smoke vs. Iron. Tim and Marcie Coda will host the evening and Aaron Flores will 
moderate the Challenge. Space is limited. Registration is required.

Registration rates are 15% lower than 2005. Registration is easy online at
http://www.gluten.net/events.html#GIG%20Future%20Annual%20Conferences
or fax or mail your registration to GIG before May 20. Discounted 
registration rates are available until May 20. Need a roommate - Let us know. We will try 
to help you find one.

To view the total program, go to http://www.gluten.net/Conference/general.pdf

We look forward to seeing you in beautiful Salt Lake City and the grand state 
of UT.

Contact for more information: Nancy at 206-246-6652 or [log in to unmask]

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