Question: Is there a dress code for the weekend?
Answer: No. Most attendees prefer nice casual but you will also see some people dressed in business clothes. Bring something a bit fancier for the banquet and dance Saturday night. Evening wear is appropriate for this occasion.
Question: Do I need to bring a notepad and paper?
Answer: Great idea! When you arrive at the registration desk you will be given a bag and a booklet that tells you all about the conference. The booklet contains a map of the hotel rooms being used for workshops etc, a schedule of events, descriptions of the workshops, and more. The bag makes a great place to store a notepad - you may want to capture ideas you have or take down details that you want to remember later.
Question: How can I get the most out of the weekend?
Answer: Invite your toastmaster friends to come to the conference with you. Sign up to deliver a workshop. Make a point of meeting new people.