Parking

For those driving, there is free parking available at the conference venue—the Hotel Albuquerque at Old Town—and at all of the hotels listed on our accomodations page.

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Shuttle Service

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Meals

Sunday's banquet is included in your conference fee. Other meals are on your own and a listing of restaurants will be included in your conference program

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Weather and Attire

Typical temperature range in Albuquerque in early January is mid-20s at night and mid-40s during the day. Casual/comfortable attire in layers is appropriate for the entire conference

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What to Bring

You are encouraged to bring a Bible, journal, and writing instrument

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Extended Vacation

The Southwest holds a myriad of exciting places to visit. There are 17 native Pueblos in the Rio Grande Valley. Albuquerque is within driving distance from many state and national parks including Canyon de Chelly, Mesa Verde, and the Grand Canyon. The following websites may help you plan your trip:

• New Mexico Tourism Department
• It's a trip: Albuquerque Convention and Visitor's Bureau

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Recommended Reading and Listening

• Scotus for Dunces: An Introduction to the Subtle Doctor
  (book), by Mary Beth Ingham (Franciscan Institute, 2003).
  (Find a bookseller or library with this book)
• Everything Belongs: The Gift of Contemplative Prayer
  (book), by Richard Rohr (Crossroad Publishing, 2003).
  (Available from the CAC)
• How Do We Get Everything to Belong?
  (audio recording), by Richard Rohr (CAC, 2005).
  (Available from the CAC on CD or cassette)