Sunday, June 28, 2009

Finland 2009

Sunday - June 28th: It was a relaxing day in Helsinki! We started the day with brunch at the hotel, then picked up our registration packets for the conference. We decided on a walk to explore the other direction today - the opposite of yesturday. We found a beautiful park (many singing birds) complete with a dog park (and dogs). Dogs seem to be welcome most everywhere - including the train station and the malls. We decided to investigate the train system/station and found out how to manuever around downtown Helsinki on the train - we are set for Thurs when the conference ends and we are free to investigate and play tourist.

The opening ceremony was entertaining - good speakers and even better Finnish entertainment - folk singers and an organist. We concluded the evening with a reception, followed by a sauna at the hotel. Tomorrow is Tom's day to present his poster so he is off to bed early.

No comments: