NMIA Annual Conference

Words: Eugene JohnsonThe National Masonry Instructors Association (NMIA) is holding its annual conference at the Sand Dunes Resort in Myrtle Beach, S.C., July 10-13, 2005. To qualify for the special group rates at the resort, reservations must be received by May 26th.

Some of the activities planned include an opening reception, general session with several speakers, a community service project, social hour and awards banquet, annual meeting and CEU credit hours.

For more information about the NMIA or the annual conference, please call (334) 624-3691.

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