411 for Guests and Activities: 2011 Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference

411 for Guests and Activities

Hospitality Room

A hospitality room in the Conference hotel will be available from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday for spouses and guests accompanying members of the Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference. You are encouraged to stop by, meet other attendees or relax with a cup of coffee in preparation for the day's activities.

Spa La Costa:
For those who want to connect with a world where tranquility and relaxation abound, you're invited to take advantage of the pampering and revitalizing treatments in the spa. If you want to book early for spa or salon services, individual reservations can be made on the website, www.lacosta.com/spa-treatments. Please note that the website will show the current packages and rates being offered at La Costa. Guests of the Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference will receive a 15% discount on Yamaguchi Salon services and a reduced rate for one of three 50-minute treatments (massage, custom facial, or California Renewal Body Treatment) during the Conference period, August 14-18. Group packages can be booked by contacting Jessica Golub at (800) 729-4772, (760) 929-6383 or by emailing jgolub@lacosta.com. For those of you who prefer to wait till you get to La Costa, Jessica will be handling spa reservations adjacent to the registration area on Sunday.

Sunday, August 14

12:00 p.m.		Conference Registration

2:00 p.m.		Tennis Clinic Gain an advantage by practicing with the best! Improve your swing at La Costa's Tennis Clinic. Sessions are one hour and require a minimum of 6 people. Ticketed event; advance reservations required.

Monday, August 15

8:00 a.m.		Spouses' & Guests' Hospitality Room

9:00 a.m.		Yoga Virtually everyone can see physical benefits from yoga, and its practice also can give psychological benefits such as stress reduction and a sense of well-being. Classes are one hour and limited to 20 participants. Ticketed event; advance reservations required.

10:00 a.m.		Chocolate Making Workshop for Children (6-15 years) Sinful Creations is all about making people smile. Your child can expect to make chocolate covered gourmet cookies, chocolate dipped strawberries and fruits, and create their own signature chocolate candy bars! Instead of focusing on more adult fare such as truffle making, this class is low key and encourages self expression as the kids create their chocolate masterpieces! Parents may attend, but it is not necessary. Class is limited to 10 participants, 1.5 hours. Ticketed event; advance reservations required.

12:00 p.m.		Welcome Luncheon & Book Review for Spouses & Guests Enjoy catching up with friends and meet new people attending their first Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference. You are encouraged to participate in a book review discussion right after the Welcome Lunch. Unbroken, by Laura Hillenbrand, is this year's selection. The story is about Louie Zamperini—a track and field star of the 1930's—who participated in the 1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin. He served in the U.S. Air Force in WWII, was shot down and adrift in the Pacific for over a month, before he was captured and held as a POW by the Japanese. The collapse of Louie's life and his slow path to reclaiming his life and sense of purpose is truly inspiring. You may enjoy the discussion even if you don't read the book! For more information about Laura Hillenbrand and her books: http://laurahillenbrandbooks.com Ticketed event; advance reservations required.

2:00 p.m.		Zumba Ditch the workout and join the party! Zumba is an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired calorie burning dance fitness program. Class is one hour and limited to 20 participants. Ticketed event; advance reservations required.

4:30 p.m.		Opening Program Please join us for a very special presentation by Supreme Court Justice Anthony M. Kennedy.

Immediately follows Opening Program		Welcoming Reception (No-host) Get into the Conference spirit by joining your friends and other guests for a welcome reception around the beautiful Garden pool across from the Costa del Sol ballroom. Opening Night Buffet Dinner and Dance Festivities continue with La Costa's culinary staff serving up a variety of western style dishes to please all tastes. Music and dancing will add to the fun! Ticketed event; advance reservations required.

Spouses and all Conference guests are invited to attend all general sessions except for Breakfast with the Bench, where the Bench, Bar and court executives will be assigned to specific breakout sessions and discussion groups.

Tuesday, August 16

6:00 a.m.		5K Run (No Fee) Course to be announced

8:00 a.m.		Spouses' & Guests' Hospitality Room

9:00 a.m.		Yoga Virtually everyone can see physical benefits from yoga, and its practice also can give psychological benefits such as stress reduction and a sense of well-being. Classes are one hour and limited to 20 participants. Ticketed event; advance reservations required.

9:00 a.m.		Great News Cooking School Class Food is not just for sustenance, it's an art form. Go to San Diego's finest cooking school where you will be guided in preparing a customized menu by Executive Chef Katherine Emmenegger, work with chef assistants and a hostess to take care of your needs. In addition to learning about artistic food presentation and other culinary techniques, you can compare notes and enjoy your meal family style when you're finished. Bon appétit! Round-trip bus transportation is included in the package. Ticketed event; advance reservations required.

10:30 a.m.		Floral Design Workshop Michael Gaffney is a world leading floral designer who is a frequent television guest and has designed weddings and flower shows all around the world. He is the Director of the San Diego School of Flower Design. Learn more about him by going to www.sandiegoflowerdesign.com. All materials are provided. Decorate your hotel room with your own creation! Class is two hours and participation is limited to 20. Ticketed event; advance reservations required.

1:00 p.m.		Golf Tournament Golf returns to Tuesday afternoon! Transportation, courtesy of La Costa, will be provided to Aviara, one of the most beautiful courses on the coast. Ticketed event; advance reservations required.

1:00 p.m.		Tennis Tournament Join the fun at the Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference Tennis Tournament. Players at all levels are encouraged. Rank is according to the USTA Designations 1-5; 1=beginner; 5=professional. Ticketed event; advance reservations required.

1:00 p.m.		Painting Workshop In her paintings Cris Weatherby displays a deep love of color, light and the beauty in ordinary elements of everyday life. Ninth Circuit artists will benefit from her expertise as she provides critique and guidance on improving your painting skills. Cris has displayed her work in numerous shows throughout San Diego and currently is an invited member of the artist's guild for the San Diego Museum of Art. Go to her website to view her work: www.crisweatherby.com. Class is two hours and limited to 20 participants. All painting supplies will be provided. Ticketed event; advance reservations required.

7:00 p.m.		District Dinners Conference members and their guests will meet for district dinners.

Wednesday, August 17

8:00 a.m.		Spouses' & Guests' Hospitality Room

9:00 a.m.		Yoga Virtually everyone can see physical benefits from yoga, and its practice also can give psychological benefits such as stress reduction and a sense of well-being. Classes are one hour and limited to 20 participants. Ticketed event; advance reservations required.

10:00 a.m.		Chocolate Workshop for Adults The chocolatier Amanda, aka "the chocolate goddess, " returns to give the adults a chance to learn how to make her Sinful Creations. If you think you've tasted the world's best chocolates, wait till you sample the treats you will make with Amanda's guidance! The class is fully supplied and is limited to 20 participants. Ticketed event; advance reservations required.

4:30 p.m.		Anchors Aweigh! The Ninth Circuit Lands on the USS Midway Experience life at sea without leaving San Diego Harbor! The Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference will enjoy a spectacular adventure on the USS Midway during an exclusive evening involving guided docent tours of the museum, flight simulation exercises involving flight avionics and mach combat, over 60 exhibits and 27 restored aircraft. As dusk falls, you will enjoy a buffet dinner on the flight deck and be entertained by The Heroes, one of the USS Midway's preferred entertainment groups. Please wear rubber-soled shoes for this event. The USS Midway is accessible to all with elevators and wheel chairs available for those with special needs. Round-trip bus transportation is included in the price of this event. For more information about the USS Midway, go to the website: www.midway.org Ticketed event; advance reservations required.

Thursday, August 18

9:00 a.m.		Yoga Virtually everyone can see physical benefits from yoga, and its practice also can give psychological benefits such as stress reduction and a sense of well-being. Classes are one hour and limited to 20 participants. Ticketed event; advance reservations required.

No Hospitality Room or other optional group activities are scheduled for this final day of the Conference. You are encouraged to attend the morning's general session programs.

[Please note that government funds have not been used to pay for the golf tournament, other sporting events, Conference social events, individual and group tours. All these activities are paid with non-appropriated funds.]

Spouses and all Conference guests are invited to attend all general sessions except for Breakfast with the Bench, where the Bench, Bar and court executives will be assigned to specific breakout sessions and discussion groups.

La Costa Resort and Spa is a family-friendly destination. Kids of all ages will love the Splash Landing pools and waterslides. A variety of summer camp programs are available, including Golf Camp, Tennis Camp and Surf Camp. Kidtopia Kids Club offers half day, full day and hourly sessions for ages 6 months to 12 years. Game lounge VibZ offers hours of family fun too! Contact Stacy Rossmann, Director of Recreation, (760) 929-6377 or online, www.LaCosta.com for information about camp activities, childcare and babysitting services.