Events

Formal Poster Viewing Reception (Wednesday)
Formal Poster Viewing Reception (Wednesday)

Wednesday, 9 January 2019, 4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Hall 4

We encourage all attendees to take the opportunity to grab a snack and coffee and spend this extended afternoon break networking with colleagues and viewing the hundreds of posters on display in the poster hall. Poster displays are grouped by conference and change each day.

Book Talks @ Authors Corner (Wednesday)
Book Talks @ Authors Corner (Wednesday)

Wednesday, 9 January 2019, 4:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
AMS Resource Center

Come to the “AMS Books Authors Corner” at the Resource Center in the Exhibit Hall during poster breaks for engaging discussions on some of the most influential meteorologists, storms, advances, and impacts of the last 100 years.

Awards Banquet Reception
Awards Banquet Reception

Wednesday, 9 January 2019, 5:30 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Hall 5

In advance of the AMS Annual Awards Banquet, all attendees are invited to a reception in the Exhibit Hall. This is a great opportunity to browse new publications, visit interactive exhibits, pick up AMS merchandise, or network with vendors.

99th AMS Awards Banquet
99th AMS Awards Banquet

Wednesday, 9 January 2019, 7:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m.
Phoenix CC, North Ballroom

Every year, AMS Annual Meeting attendees look forward to the highly anticipated Awards Banquet, held on Wednesday evening during the meeting.

Meeting with Sustainable Cities Network of Arizona
Meeting with Sustainable Cities Network of Arizona

Thursday, 10 January 2019, 9:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Sheraton Hotel

AMS will hold an informational event for members of Sustainable Cities Network officials.

Exhibit Hall Breakfast
Exhibit Hall Breakfast

Thursday, 10 January 2019, 9:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m.
Hall 5

A free continental breakfast will be served—help yourself to coffee and visit that booth you’ve been meaning to investigate before it closes!

Meet President Roger M. Wakimoto (Thursday Session)
Meet President Roger M. Wakimoto (Thursday Session)

Thursday, 10 January 2019, 10:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m.
Hall 5

All are encouraged to stop by the AMS Resource Center in the Exhibit Hall to meet AMS President Roger M. Wakimoto.

Daily Weather Briefings (Thursday Session)
Daily Weather Briefings (Thursday Session)

Thursday, 10 January 2019, 12:45 p.m.–1:05 p.m.
North 132ABC

The focus of these 15–20-minute briefings will be on near- and short-term weather impacting the Southwest, including the Phoenix, AZ, area, and extreme weather affecting urban or other vulnerable areas across the globe.

Tour of Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch
Excursion

Thursday, 10 January 2019, 1:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch

Located in Gilbert, Arizona, just southeast of Phoenix, the Riparian Preserve is a 110-acre site that combines water resource development, wildlife habitat, and educational and recreational opportunities. Our visit will include a tour led by naturalist Jennie Rambo and water recharge operations expert Patty Jordan.