CORK! Premier Wine Tasting & Dinner
Thursday, Sept. 18
7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Event Code E79
$97/person

Look. Smell. Taste. Attack. Evolution. The Finish. Now that you know the basics of wine tasting, join the staff of the Grapes of Mirth and some of Columbus’ premier chefs for a remarkable evening of great food and spectacular wines. The evening will begin with food stations featuring wines from throughout the world. Blind tastings and presentations by area Sommeliers will be followed by a selection of complimenting desserts and wines to complete an unforgettable evening. The event will take place in the historic North Market, located within walking distance of the Greater Columbus Convention Center.

Exhibit Hall Welcome Reception
Thursday, Sept. 18
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
FREE with registration

The Ohio Dental Association welcomes you to the official kick-off of the convention. Don’t be fooled by the party atmosphere, you can still get down to business and shop for your office needs from one – or all – of the 225+ companies taking part in this year’s meeting. The free event offers food, great deals and a cash bar. The Welcome Reception also includes an innovative program where dental students from the region are invited to tour the hall with mentor dentists.

Callahan Celebration of Excellence
Friday, Sept. 19
7:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.
$85/person
Honoring ODA President Dr. Henry Fields
Featuring The John Schwab Band, Columbus, Ohio
Event Code E82:

Bring your spouse and staff and join the celebration to honor Dr. Fields and 2008 Callahan Memorial Award recipient Dr. Roy Page at the Callahan Celebration of Excellence. The event includes the presentation of the Callahan Memorial Award and the ODA Awards of Excellence. Established in 1920, the Callahan Award is an international honor named for Dr. John Ross Callahan that recognizes outstanding contributions to dentistry. The ODA Awards of Excellence recognize Ohio dentists and others who have made exemplary efforts on behalf of the profession. The awards include the presentation of the ODA’s highest honor, the Distinguished Dentist Award, presented to Dr. Dennis A. Burns. Black-tie optional. Open-bar reception at 7:00 p.m. Program begins approximately 7:45 p.m. Cost includes exceptional dinner and after-dinner dancing with the John Schwab Band.

Event Code E83:
Attend the dance only: $5, 9:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.

OAGD Luncheon with Dr. Malcmacher
Friday, Sept. 19
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Event Code E81
$35/person

Treat yourself and your staff to a luncheon with special guest Dr. Louis Malcmacher. All attendees are welcome to attend the Ohio Academy of General Dentistry (OAGD) luncheon and business meeting. Sign up for this event on your registration form.

BREAK...for the Exhibit Hall
Friday, Sept. 19
2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
FREE with registration
Support provided by Coltène Whaledent

Follow the smell of fresh-baked cookies and BREAK... in the ODA Exhibit Hall. Take a break from your CE course or from catching up with your classmates and enjoy refreshments, great deals and a few surprises throughout the Hall.

“The Lion King” at Ohio Theatre
Friday, Sept. 19, 8:00 p.m.
Event Code E84
OR
Saturday, Sept. 20, 8:00 p.m.
Event Code E85
$80/person

Giraffes strut, birds swoop, gazelles leap. The entire Savannah comes to life and, as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly emerges from the mist. Marvel at the breathtaking spectacle of The Lion King on stage at the historic Ohio Theatre in downtown Columbus. A Tony and Olivier Award-winning Broadway musical, The Lion King is based on the 1994 Disney animated film of the same name and features actors in animal costumes in addition to giant, hollow puppets. Tickets are limited and located in the premiere center seating area of the Loge. Transportation is not provided.

Tailgate Party in the Exhibit Hall
Saturday, Sept. 20
9:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
FREE with registration

Catch game-day excitement and a festive football atmosphere while doing your “Hail-Mary” shopping on the last day of the 142nd ODA Annual Session Exhibition! Great deals, fresh popcorn, game day reports and Buckeye enthusiasts await you in the Exhibit Hall.