Heartland District Convention

March 9 – 12, 2023

We are eagerly awaiting our gathering together for the first time as WRJ Heartland District at the upcoming District Convention. Here are some details in advance of opening registration. NOTE: All times listed are Central Time (CT).

Dates and Place: 

March 9-12, 2023 - Heartland District Convention, Eaglewood Resort & Spa, Itasca, IL

The Venue: 

Eaglewood Resort and Spa accommodations and costs are as follows:

Room rates: $139 single / $154 double / $169 triple / $184 quad (breakfast included). (taxes and fees additional). Room rates are good until Friday, February 17, 2023.  

After that date, rooms may be available, but the group rates will not be honored. A link to make your hotel reservation will be sent once you register. 

Registration: 

• Early-Bird - Thursday, December 15 - Wednesday, February 15 
• Final day to register - Sunday, March 5

Single day and individual meal options will be available for guests and those who can’t attend the entire convention.

Note: If you have any food restrictions, you must register no later than February 9

Convention: 

• Welcome program - Thursday, March 9, 7:30 p.m. 
• Closing program - Sunday, March 12, finished by 11:30 a.m. 

Pre-Convention Activities & Meetings:

• Thursday, March 9 Visit to Oak Park, IL - Lunch at Jerusalem Café (pay your own way) - 11:00 a.m.
• Frank Lloyd Wright tours - 1:00 - 3:30 p.m. (registration required by Feb. 19)
• Central/Midwest Executive Committee meetings - 5:30 p.m.
• Central/Midwest/Heartland Executive Committee dinner - 6:00 p.m. 
• Dinner at hotel restaurant - 5:30 p.m. (pay your own way)

Convention Costs: The following are the registration fees and options:

Registration Type Price

Early-Bird Full Weekend Registration (Dec. 15 – Feb.15)  $299

Full Weekend Registration (Feb. 16 - Mar. 5) $350

Single Day Registrations: 

Friday Only $150 

Saturday Only $180 

Saturday Night Concert

– Nefesh Mountain (limited ticket availability) $36 

Individual Meal Registrations:

Friday Yes Fund Lunch $54 

Friday Shabbat Dinner $72 

Saturday Awards Lunch $54 

Saturday Celebratory Dinner 

(includes Installation, reception and concert) $90

Pre-Convention Activities:

Frank Lloyd Wright Unity Temple $25

Frank Lloyd Wright House and Studio $25

Thursday Executive Committee Dinner $60

What else do you need to know?

• Opportunities to sponsor events, programs, and items throughout the Convention as well as options to participate in the digital Tribute Journal will be shared with you in future emails.
• Volunteer opportunities before and during the Convention are available for everyone who would like to help.
• Scholarships will be available to anyone eligible (details to follow).
• We will have detailed directions and information about the location in future emails.
• Heartland pins are included in full weekend registration. They are also available for purchase or pick-up at the Convention.
• Celebrate our new Heartland District in style! You will be able to purchase items from our online store or at the Convention, including sweatshirts, mugs, and other fun stuff!  

SO MANY MORE DETAILS WILL FOLLOW IN FUTURE EMAILS!!  KEEP YOUR EYES OPEN FOR THE REGISTRATION LINK AND OTHER INFORMATION!

Can’t wait to see you there!

Sandy Adland and Rozan Anderson 

Convention Co-Chairs