Catalyst Top 10 (things u need to know for '09)

The stage is set and we are ready for your arrival! In order to create the best experience ever, we want you to be aware of several important items. Please make sure you read through the entire list!

1. Catalyst Roadtrip Podcast
We want to take care of your roadtrip entertainment needs!
Click here to download the special edition of the Catalyst Roadtrip Podcast (also available on iTunes). Download to your iPhone; then plug it in and start listening when you're headed to Catalyst.

2. Tickets
CATALYST IS SOLD OUT. There will be no walk-up tickets available. If you haven't received your tickets in the mail yet, don't panic. We will have them waiting for you at will-call if you registered after September 21. Registration kicks-off at 7:00 a.m. and the first session begins at 8:30 a.m. If you DO have your ticket, you can shorten your registration experience by filling-out the information on the bottom of your ticket in advance. If you have your ticket, proceed to the white tent labeled "I HAVE A TICKET." If you are picking up tickets at will-call, proceed to the white tent labeled "I DON'T HAVE A TICKET."

3. Labs
There is still time to sign-up for Labs! We have an amazing day of Lab sessions planned for Wednesday, Oct. 7th. The opening kickoff starts at noon, with the first Lab speaker session at 1:00 pm. Also, a few seats still remain for the Pre-Lab special sessions with Reggie Joiner & Perry Noble, which begins at 8:30 am. Call us at 888.334.6569 to make your reservation.

4. Help Atlanta Flood Victims
Catalyst wants to serve the city of Atlanta by bringing items & gift cards through Hope Atlanta & Convoy of Hope. You may have heard Metro-Atlanta was recently hit with heavy rains and flooding which has devastated a number of communities. We will be collecting items for flood victims, as well as needed resources for SafeHouse Outreach, an inner city homeless ministry in Atlanta.
 
Donated items & gift cards will be collected in bins around the Arena as well as at the Convoy of Hope truck, which will be parked near the entrance to the Arena. All Catalyst attendees are asked to bring the following items for donation (new and unopened):

• Gift Cards: Home Depot, Wal-Mart, Lowes, Target, Kroger
• White Socks
• Towels
• Toiletries
• Diapers (sizes 2 & 3, no newborn sizes, please)
• Food (non perishable)
• Sanitizing wipes
• Cleaning supplies
• Travel size personal hygiene products (toothpaste, toothbrushes, shampoo, soap, etc.)

5. Directions
The Arena at Gwinnett Center
6400 Sugarloaf Parkway
Duluth, GA 30097
map it
 
6. Arrive Early
The Catalyst Pre-Show begins at 6:45 a.m. Start your day Catalyst style and get the best seats in the house.

7. Drops Like Stars
Get your ticket for Rob Bell's Drops Like Stars tour on Wednesday evening (Oct. 7) at the Cobb Energy Centre. Click here to secure your seat by purchasing tickets in advance. Ticket pick-up and additional ticket purchases will be at the Catalyst Lab resource station Wednesday.

8. Evening Session with Francis Chan & Cookout
Make plans to stay with us for Thursday's special evening session with Francis Chan and worship led by Aaron Keyes (starting at 8:00 p.m.). To avoid having to leave campus, we'll fire-up the grill at 6:30 p.m. and serve a variety of good eats. Bring cash for food and we'll provide the entertainment - it should be quite a night!

9. Sync Up
::An exciting new attendee experience will be rolling-out at Catalyst. All you need to do is make sure you have the current YOU VERSION Application on your smart phone to access live updates, polls, speaker notes, and much more. Download from iTunes here.

:: Mobile site: Access the conference site from your phone. Go to  www.catalystconference.com from your smart phone for updates, directions, restaurants, and more.

:: Stay connected to all things Catalyst related through the Catalyst twitter feed.  Sign up now if you don't have an account. Use #cat09 for hashtagging all your tweets related to Catalyst.

10. Catalyst Backstage
LIVE feed from backstage. Tell those who can't make it they can still have access to behind-the-scenes footage, exclusive interviews, and live access to moments during the event, including music, speakers, and experiences. Help us spread the word: www.catalystbackstage.com

PLUS: Last chance to purchase Catalyst 2008 CD & DVDs
Do you have a copy of the great talks from 2008? If not, this is your last opportunity to get this awesome content. Visit the online Catalyst Store. Enter coupon code 2008SETS and save an additional $50. 

We are counting down the minutes to your arrival!

Safe travels,

The Catalyst team