Conference Social Programs On Sunday evening, join conference participants for a Welcome Reception at the Renaissance Hotel from 6 PM to 9 PM. Following Monday’s program, join VFA Connections participants at a reception and dinner at the New England Aquarium. (Transportation will be provided to and from the hotel.) The recipient of the 2008 VFA CapStar Award will be announced at the Monday evening event. Companion Programs Your guest may attend the Sunday evening Welcome Reception and the Monday evening dinner for a fee of $65 per event. (Please note that the conference sessions and luncheons during the conference are open only to registered conference attendees.) Register your guest on-line.