At each ASTE annual conference the WISE Forum holds a “Greet, Meet, Eat, Share” Reception. In the last few years this reception has taken place on the Friday evening of the conference. While each reception has a unique flavor, advancing the purpose of WISE is the reason for meeting. The variety of events that occur have included opportunities for finding out about WISE, networking and mentoring, discussion, and celebration of professional accomplishments and achievements.

During the ASTE Breakfast and Committee from Meetings from 7:00-8:00 a.m. on Friday, January 21^st the WISE Forum meeting will be held in the Marquette V room of the hotel. At the meeting this year’s initiatives will be introduced and discussed.

 

The WISE Forum's 2011 Reception will be held at the Firelake Restaurant on Friday evening, January 21, 2011. The restaurant is 5 blocks from the conference hotel at 31 South 7th Street; it is easily accessible from the skyway.

 

The $35.00 cost includes a ciabatta bruschetta starter with choice of 3 spreads, a family style salad, choice of four entrees (see menu details below) and a mini maple bread pudding for dessert the cost includes tax and tip. It is not necessary to make entrée selections in advance; orders can be placed on-site at the reception. A separate cash bar will be available. As we enjoy Minneapolis’ culinary delicacies, we will greet friends and colleagues, network to meet newcomers to WISE and the Association for Science Teacher Education, discuss topics of interest and celebrate the past year's achievements and accomplishments.

WISE Dinner Reception at Firelake Restaurant, Friday, January 21^st, 2011 from 6-8 p.m. The restaurant is located at:

31 South 7th Street

Minneapolis, MN 55402-1602

(612) 216-3473

Meal includes:

Starter to Share
Ciabatta Bruschetta: some assembly required with three spreads

Family Style Salad
Gathered Greens
Minnesota Amablu cheese, apple, walnuts, sherry vinaigrette

Entrée Choices

(1) Fresh Herb Rotisserie Chicken
Minnesota raised half chicken, white cheddar-herb mashed potatoes, natural jus

(2) & (3) Mushroom Gnudi
Woodland mushrooms, oven dried tomatoes, brussels sprouts hazelnuts white balsamic vinegar, mushroom stock (served with grilled Salmon or Vegetarian)

(4) Flat Iron Steak Frites
Mesquite grilled, Meyers natural beef, Northwood’s grilling spice with hand-cut frites

Dessert
Mini-Maple Bread Pudding