Quiet Room Provides Escape
Need to escape from the noise and clutter of Governor’s Hall sometimes but don’t want to miss the business of the conference? The Tower Ballroom will be available for anyone needing a quieter space. A live stream will keep you connected to what’s happening and to let you know when you need to get back to vote. Don’t let the loudness overwhelm you. Escape to the Michigan Ballroom for a little quiet when you can.
Nursing Mothers’ Room Available
The lounge for nursing mothers’ is available onsite in a private room in the Tower pre-function area. Comfortable chairs, refrigerator, ice water and a monitor to a live-feed of Governors’ Hall will keep you connected to what’s happening on the conference floor.
Youth Permission Form
Youth attending Annual Conference need to sign a covenant of participation, and have a parent signature to attend. Please download the form below, complete it, and return it to the person indicated on the form. Instructions on the form.
Childcare
Childcare will be available for children of members of the Annual Conference in attendance. Care is available for children ages newborn – age 10. Childcare providers will be Safe Gatherings certified, aged 18+, following guidelines in the Michigan Conference Protection Policy.
Childcare will be held onsite in a hospitality suite. Limited space is available.
Parents shall be responsible for bringing necessary items (toys, snacks) for their children. A Saturday boxed lunch is available to pick-up.
Children ages 12 – 18 can be considered for a position as an Annual Conference Youth Representative and would register separately for Annual Conference, with registration meals and lodging expense covered.
Note, childcare registration ends April 15 – before registration for Annual Conference end April 30! Sign-up each child by segment. No fee for Thursday’s Clergy Session. Childcare to be paid in full by deadline of April 15, 2026. No refunds for cancellation after April 30. A late fee of $20 will be charged to the card on record for late pick-up per child, per session.
The Michigan Conference reserves the right to amend this option based on guidelines from the State of Michigan’s Department of Health and Human Services with regard to COVID-19 outbreaks, RSV, or other communicable diseases affecting vulnerable children and adult care providers.
Questions?
Please contact Michigan Conference Meeting Planner and Annual Conference Executive Team member Nancy Arnold