LINDA HALL LIBRARY CLIMATE CHANGE SYMPOSIUM

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OVERVIEW and FAQ
On October 16, 2009, leading experts from around the country will participate in a public symposium at the Linda Hall Library to explore the fundamental, and often ambiguous, issues of climate change. From basic climate science to the assessment of global warming evidence, our world-renowned faculty will present research from the viewpoint of their particular scientific disciplines to make clear the complex and rapidly evolving study of climate change. For information about this symposium and other upcoming events at the Linda Hall Library, please contact Eric Ward at (816) 926-8753 or warde@lindahall.org.
Who should attend? This symposium is designed for members of the general public who have an interest in climate change. Although presenters are specialists in climate science, all sessions will be directed towards a lay audience. Can I record any of the presentations? Any unauthorized recording of the presentations is prohibited. Is lunch provided during the symposium? A box lunch is included with registration. Indicate dietary meal requests on your registration form. When will I receive my registration confirmation? Conference confirmations will be sent via e-mail. You will receive your confirmation from climate@lindahall.org and the subject will be “LHL Climate Change Symposium Registration.” If you do not receive your confirmation within two weeks of your registration, please call (816) 926-8753. Are complimentary registrations available for members of the media? Members of the media who plan to cover the symposium should contact Eric Ward at (816) 926-8753 or warde@lindahall.org for a press pass and media availability of the speakers. Is there a conference hotel? The Library does not have a room block at any of the area hotels. See the list of hotels near the Library in the "about KANSAS CITY" link. What is the cancellation policy? Pre-paid registration will be refunded for requests submitted up to 72 hours before the seminar. No refunds will be allowed after that time. Submit a written cancellation notice to warde@lindahall.org. Will the library be open for research? The Library will be closed to the public on October 16. The Library will reopen on Saturday, October 17 at 10 a.m. and resume normal library services. Where do I park? Parking is free in Library parking lots and along the east side of Holmes Street between 51st and 52nd streets. The main entrance to the Library grounds is on Cherry Street. The Linda Hall Library is not affiliated with UMKC. Parking in all UMKC lots is by permit or meter. Parking rules are enforced until 10 p.m. on weekdays. How can I be notified about future Linda Hall Library programs? Email Nanci Regan at regann@lindahall.org to be added to our mailing list or complete a membership form to join the Friends of the Linda Hall Library.

OVERVIEW and FAQ

On October 16, 2009, leading experts from around the country will participate in a public symposium at the Linda Hall Library to explore the fundamental, and often ambiguous, issues of climate change. From basic climate science to the assessment of global warming evidence, our world-renowned faculty will present research from the viewpoint of their particular scientific disciplines to make clear the complex and rapidly evolving study of climate change.

For information about this symposium and other upcoming events at the Linda Hall Library, please contact Eric Ward at (816) 926-8753 or warde@lindahall.org.

Who should attend?
This symposium is designed for members of the general public who have an interest in climate change. Although presenters are specialists in climate science, all sessions will be directed towards a lay audience.

Can I record any of the presentations?
Any unauthorized recording of the presentations is prohibited.

Is lunch provided during the symposium?
A box lunch is included with registration. Indicate dietary meal requests on your registration form.

When will I receive my registration confirmation?
Conference confirmations will be sent via e-mail. You will receive your confirmation from climate@lindahall.org and the subject will be “LHL Climate Change Symposium Registration.” If you do not receive your confirmation within two weeks of your registration, please call (816) 926-8753.

Are complimentary registrations available for members of the media?
Members of the media who plan to cover the symposium should contact Eric Ward at (816) 926-8753 or warde@lindahall.org for a press pass and media availability of the speakers.

Is there a conference hotel?
The Library does not have a room block at any of the area hotels. See the list of hotels near the Library in the "about KANSAS CITY" link.

What is the cancellation policy?
Pre-paid registration will be refunded for requests submitted up to 72 hours before the seminar. No refunds will be allowed after that time. Submit a written cancellation notice to warde@lindahall.org.

Will the library be open for research?
The Library will be closed to the public on October 16. The Library will reopen on Saturday, October 17 at 10 a.m. and resume normal library services.

Where do I park?
Parking is free in Library parking lots and along the east side of Holmes Street between 51st and 52nd streets. The main entrance to the Library grounds is on Cherry Street. The Linda Hall Library is not affiliated with UMKC. Parking in all UMKC lots is by permit or meter. Parking rules are enforced until 10 p.m. on weekdays.

How can I be notified about future Linda Hall Library programs?
Email Nanci Regan at regann@lindahall.org to be added to our mailing list or complete a membership form to join the Friends of the Linda Hall Library.

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