Chicago Int'l Toy and Game Fair Reminders

Greetings Toy and Game Industry Professional,

The Chicago Int?l Toy & Game Fair is just around the corner? September 4th, 5th and 6^th. We look forward to seeing everyone and having a great time. Below are a few reminders and details on a great hotel deal.

- Book your hotel soon. Suites are going fast. The special rate expires at the end of July. (more info below)

- Attending trade, get your complimentary tickets early (your families are our guests just as you are). See website for details or email Mary Couzin at mcouzin@chitag.com .

- Contact Aaron Gessner, our PR Maven, at agessner@chitag.com if you are exhibiting for our complimentary PR assistance.

- Contact Anita Daniel, our Event Maven, at adaniel@chitag.com for event scheduling.

- Contact Mary Couzin at mcouzin@chitag.com for booth rentals or visit website, www.chitag.com for information and application.

- We have something for everyone!!! Preview and play new toys and games, be entertained (Dr. Cool & Pride, Radio Disney Party Patrol, Barrel of Laughs Comedienne, Boots & Lace, Cabbage Patch Kids, Smarty Party ? The Live Game Show, plays and much more), get your products noticed by the media (all the letters: ABC, NBC, CBS, FOX, WGN -they love this show), face-to-face interaction with consumers to sell and get feedback, meet industry people from all over the world and all levels of the industry and have fun? lots of fun!!!!

Embassy Suites Lakefront Hotel

Just 2 blocks from the Fair!

We have negotiated a special guest room rate of only $139/night for a single or double suite at The Embassy Suites Lakefront Hotel. The free Navy Pier Trolley stops on its way to and from the Pier and around our fair City of Chicago.

AMENITIES/SERVICES:

- Spacious two room suites with separate living room.
- Complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast each morning. (Includes items such as pancakes, omelets, fruit, cereal, yogurt and much, much more.)
- Complimentary manager's reception nightly, offering two hours of cocktails, beverages and light snacks.
- Refrigerator, microwave, mini-bar and coffee maker with coffee.
- Iron, ironing board and hair dryers in each room.
- Two telephones with voice messaging and Hi-Speed Internet access.
- Two remote-control televisions with cable, featuring In-Media, the in room digital entertainment experience.
- Fitness center, indoor pool, whirlpool and sauna.
- Optional valet parking, doorman, bellman service and concierge.
- All suites overlook beautiful Lake Michigan or the magnificent Chicago skyline.

LOCATION:

In the heart of downtown Chicago, two blocks from Navy Pier, the Loop business district and North Michigan Avenue Shopping, this upscale hotel is the cornerstone of the NEW River East Center. Guests will enjoy the 21 screen AMC Movie Theater Complex, Holmes Place European Health and Day Spa, various restaurants and an assortment of retail shops.

To reserve a room at The Embassy Suites Downtown Lakefront contact the hotel directly and indicate that you are making reservations for The Int'l Toy and Game Fair Group to receive the special rate. Rooms must be booked before August 3rd to receive special rate.

The Embassy Suites Downtown Lakefront
511 North Columbus Drive
Chicago, IL 60611
312-836-5900
866-866-8098
www.chicagoembassy.com
To book online, go to 'Make Reservations' and under 'Special Account' there is a Group/Convention code, put in the code TCI. That will give the Chicago International Toy & Game Fair rate.