Every team is important in Odyssey, whether it is just starting out or a seasoned performer. Also, the associations that make the program available to the U.S. and abroad are also important because they give students the chance to explore their creativity and find their niche in the world. That is why celebrating all anniversaries are important within the program. The following U.S. states are celebrating their 25th:

•California
•Minnesota
•Missouri
•New York
•Washington
•West Virginia

Delaware, Michigan, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania are celebrating their 30th anniversary with Odyssey of the Mind!

EuroFest 2010

EuroFest will be held in Belarus from April 22 - 27. This is the first time Belarus will be hosting this event. Hosting EuroFest will not only bring more attention to this fast-growing association, but will bring creative minds together from across the globe. This April will be the 18th annual Eurofest with over 70 teams from about 15 countries expected to attend.

This festival gives Odyssey teams a chance to interact internationally, have fun, and to showcase their solutions. Some expected countries are Hungary, Poland, Germany, Russia, Slovakia, Moldova, Romania, and others.

Additionally, each team learns about other cultures while working together in groups to solve a unique Eurofest problem in only three days!

Last year, several teams from the U.S. made it to EuroFest in Slovakia and had a blast. For more information visit: www.eurofest2010.com/