SECOND POSTING: Now that you're through with the holiday shuffle what will you do with all your free time? Why not try coming to the... *********Forwarded Message Follows ***************************************** 1997-98 MER Roundtable #1 STRENGTH IN NUMBERS: FINDING PARTNERSHIPS (co-sponsored by the University of Virginia, Northern Virginia Center, Social Foundations of Education Program) WHEN: Wednesday, December 3, 4:30-6:30 p.m. WHERE: UVA, Northern Virginia Center Room 214 7054 Haycock Road Falls Church, VA METRO: West Falls Church, (blue/orange line) PARKING ADJACENT TO THE CENTER (follow signs for "University Parking") Free/MER Members and Social Foundations of Education Students $5/Non-Members DESCRIPTION: Museum directors, curators, and educators are experiencing profound shifts in their relationships with communities as public funding diminishes and diverse interest groups seek more involvement. This roundtable examines factors which shape how communities and museums interact, and provides you with strategies for building strong, mutually beneficial relationships. Small group activities explore the definition of "partnership" and give you a chance to share your own experiences and challenges. For more information or registration materials, please contact Michelle L. Craig, MER Chair at (202) 336-5928 or [log in to unmask], OR the MER office at (202) 547-8378 or [log in to unmask] Information can also be found on MER's website: http://www.erols.com/merorg/. *********End of Forwarded Message********************************************