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411 for Guests and Activities
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In addition to the optional activities listed on the Conference website below, a hospitality room for guests accompanying members of the Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference will be available. This will be a room in the Conference Center at the hotel where you can come and hang out, meet other guests, have a cup of coffee or tea and a scone in the morning and a snack in the afternoon.
Besides socializing, the room will be used for some less formal group events. Possibilities include an informal crochet or knitting class, a Sudoku tutoring session (Any Sudoku fanatics out there who might be willing to undertake this?), maybe a bridge (or pinochle) game, etc.
We are very open to any suggestions for such activities, so if you have any ideas about other informal classes or discussions you may want to pursue, please e-mail Marcy Tiffany at m_tiffany@specialedlaw.org or Susan Newell at susan_newell@ca9.uscourts.gov
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Schedule Change: The Book Review: Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson has been moved from Wednesday morning to just after the Spouses' & Guests' Welcome Luncheon at the Highlands Inn Pacific Restaurant on Monday.
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ere is some detailed information on the social activities at the conference.
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| Monday, July 20, 2009 |
| 9:00 a.m. |
(on site)
Yoga promotes greater relaxation and well-being with the integration of mind, body and spirit. Classes are one hour and limited to 25 participants. Ticketed event; advance reservations required. |
| 12:30 p.m. |
A gourmet lunch in the Pacific’s Edge Restaurant at the famous Highlands Inn, Carmel. Buses depart at 11:30 a.m. from outside the Regency Conference Center.
Book Review: Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson
Three Cups of Tea is a truly inspiring adventure about Greg
Mortenson’s dangerous and difficult quest to build schools in the wildest parts of Pakistan and Afghanistan. It is proof that one ordinary person, with the right combination of character and determination, really can change the world. Even if you have not read the book, you are encouraged to participate.
Ticketed event; advance reservations required.
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2:00 p.m. -
3:30 p.m. |
Continue the conversation and relax before the evening's social events. |
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Spouses and all conference guests are invited to attend all general sessions
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| Immediately follows Opening |
(No-host)
Help kick off the 2009 Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference by joining fellow attendees and guests for a welcome reception to mix, mingle and get into the conference spirit!
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Relax in the Hyatt Regency’s beautiful surroundings as you enjoy a variety of food sure to offer something for every palate. Come to the first Ninth Circuit Talent Show and cheer your talent of choice: from spouses to judges to lawyers, no one brave enough will be left out. Judge Stephen Trott emcees and may have a few surprises up his sleeve. The evening ends with dancing to the music of the Kwame Copeland Band, a favorite in San Francisco since two of the members’ day jobs are at the Court of Appeals. An evening you won’t want to miss! Ticketed event; advance reservations required. |
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| Tuesday, July 21, 2009 |
8:30 a.m. -
12:00 p.m. |
Hang out and meet other guests before starting your day. If you have not signed up for any activities, you might connect with others who want to take a trip into Monterey. |
| 9:00 a.m. |
(on site)
Yoga promotes greater relaxation and well-being with the integration of mind, body and spirit. Classes are one hour and limited to 25 participants. Ticketed event, advance reservations required. |
| 10:00 a.m. |
Jane Flury is a long-time Monterey Peninsula artist who works primarily in watercolor. Jane paints in the tradition of en plein aire or outdoor, as well as in studio. Mostly known for her plein aire work, she also has a botanical illustration background and paints in this style as well. Jane has taught art to adults and children for the past 15 years at venues such as the Monterey Bay Aquarium and the Monterey Museum of Art.
Transportation and watercolor materials will be provided. You will enjoy painting on the grounds of one of Monterey's oldest adobes. Fully restored in the 1980's, this adobe displays the elegance and wealth of the John Rogers Cooper family. Cooper was from New England, migrated to California and married into a Mexican family. He traveled extensively as a ship captain, trading in hides, tallows, general merchandise and sea otter pelts. Even though the garden is less than 20 years old, it tells the story of old Monterey before piped water, pesticides, and modern tools came into existence. The grounds are unique in that almost two acres are available for exploration. Behind adobe walls one can find barns, vegetables and fruit gardens, farm animals and a visitor center.
The watercolor class is 3 hours and has a 25 person maximum
Ticketed event; advance reservations required. |
| 1:00 p.m. |
Please join in the fun at the Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference Tennis Tournament. Players at all levels are encouraged to play.
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1:30 p.m. -
4:00 p.m. |
Special Presentation:
Protecting the Family Jewels
A Discussion of Estate Planning Considerations
Kathleen D. Crane, Esq.
• Avoiding Probate
• Maximizing Estate Tax Exemptions
• Choosing the Right Financial and Health Care Agents
• Blended Families
• Essential Documents
• Beneficiary Designations
A great opportunity to ask questions. Kate’s website is www.katelaw.com |
| 2:30 p.m. |
Patricia 'Pat' Roberts embraces a non-intimidating and compassionate approach toward making the art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan) enjoyable and something you will want to take with you for the rest of your life." Taijiquan began as a martial art and has an incredible power to help with physical, emotional and spiritual issues in your life.Try this class and experience how your life can change with this ancient practice. This art has been passed down to Pat through four generations of grandmasters. If you want to know more about Pat and Tai Chi, please go to www.jingchishencv.com.
Ticketed event; advance reservations required. |
| 7:00 p.m. |
Conference members and their guests will meet for district dinners. |
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| Wednesday, July 22, 2009 |
| 9:00 a.m. |
(on site)
Yoga promotes greater relaxation and well-being with the integration of mind, body and spirit. Classes are one hour and limited to 25 participants. Ticketed event, advance reservations required. |
| 10:00 a.m. |
Hike & Sketch is fun! You will take a bus from the hotel to Garland Park in Carmel Valley and do some sketching warmups. Then you will head out for an easy hike to an old barn while stopping to sketch along the way. After stopping to eat your box lunch, you will go for another hike to a sacred Indian site that has a small waterfall and then return to the bus for the trip back to the hotel.
Classes will be held outdoors so there will be no chairs. You will either be sitting on the ground or standing. Please dress in layers, wear sunscreen, and bring a wide brimmed hat. Garland Park is usually warm and sunny even if it is foggy on the coast. Sketching materials will be provided. Ticketed event; advance reservations required. |
1:30 p.m. -
4:00 p.m. |
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| 2:30 p.m. |
Patricia 'Pat' Roberts embraces a non-intimidating and compassionate approach toward making the art of Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan) enjoyable and something you will want to take with you for the rest of your life." Taijiquan began as a martial art and has an incredible power to help with physical, emotional and spiritual issues in your life.Try this class and experience how your life can change with this ancient practice. This art has been passed down to Pat through four generations of grandmasters. If you want to know more about Pat and Tai Chi, please go to www.jingchishencv.com. Ticketed event; advance reservations required.
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| 7:00 p.m. |
Conference members and their guests will have the rare opportunity to be the only visitors in the nation’s #1 aquarium. Sample a variety of fine foods while exploring the large variety of sea life exhibits. Not only will you have a wonderful time, but you will be helping the Aquarium sustain their programs to protect our oceans’ sea life.
Ticketed event; advance reservations required. |
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| Thursday, July 23, 2008 |
| 9:00 a.m. |
(on site)
Yoga promotes greater relaxation and well-being with the integration of mind, body and spirit. Classes are one hour and limited to 25 participants. Ticketed event, advance reservations required. |
No Hospitality Room activities or other optional group activities are scheduled. You are encouraged to attend the morning’s general session programs.
[Please note that government funds have not been used to pay for any conference social event, individual and group tours. These have all been paid by non-appropriated funds.] |
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Spouses and all conference guests are invited to attend all general sessions
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(Ages 3-12)
Hyatt Hotels offer Camp Hyatt as their children's program. Camp Hyatt provides a wide variety of activities for children ages three to 12. Some of these activities include: arts and crafts, pool/beach activities, special excursions, theme activities, presentations, and S'mores parties.
Parents should contact Patricia Somera (831) 657-6603 for enrollment information. Camp Hyatt has limited space so you will need to make reservations with Patricia no later than July 10 to ensure a spot for your child. She also will have information about baby sitting services. |
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