Highlights of This Year's Conference
September 24th – 28th, 2007
Sacramento, California
Monday September 24th, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Be our guest at the Wine, Cheese & Sushi Reception in the California State Railroad Museum, widely regarded as one of North America’s finest displays of restored trains and lavish railroad exhibits, set in historic Old Sacramento. You’ll be able to mingle with delegates, snack on hors d’oeuvres, and listen to live music, all while strolling through the museum, which will be open just for us!
Links:
Railroad Museum:
http://www.csrmf.org/default.asp
Old Sacramento:
http://www.oldsacramento.com/
Tuesday September 25th, 9:30 am
Day 1 of the conference will bring keynote speaker Jack Gallagher, noted comedian, actor, and playwright. Mr. Gallagher will present “Adapting to Change and Loving It” to the conference delegates as the keynote address.
Jack Gallagher became a regular at the Improv in Los Angeles and has appeared on The Tonight Show with both Johnny Carson and Jay Leno. His acting credits include “Heartbreak Ridge” with Clint Eastwood and the made-for-television “Incident at Ruby Ridge”. He is a three time Emmy award winner, and can be currently seen in the HBO Original Series “Curb Your Enthusiasm”. His funny and down-to-earth delivery will be the perfect kick-off for this year’s conference.
Links:
Official Jack Gallagher Site:
http://www.jackgallagher.info/home.cfm
Tuesday September 25th, 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Gunshots ring out…The room grows silent…The mystery begins. Your quiet evening dinner has turned into a “Who done it thriller!” Be careful, you may be a suspect…or even a victim. This will be a dinner to DIE for!
Enjoy Dinner and A Murder Mystery aboard the Delta King, an authentic 285-foot riverboat. She was christened on May 20, 1927 and began her daily river voyages between San Francisco and Sacramento. In the early 40’s she was drafted into the U.S. Navy to serve on the San Francisco Bay as a net tender, floating barracks, troop transport and hospital ship.
Today the Delta King is permanently moored in Old Sacramento. She is more than just a riverboat…the Delta King is a living memory.
Links:
Delta King:
http://www.deltaking.com/
Thursday September 27th, 6:00 pm – 12:00 am
Please join us for an evening of dining, dancing and DISCO in the PARK! Go back in time or just go to your closet! Pick out your best “Saturday Night Fever” outfit. There will be a Best Costume prize so dress to impress!
This gala event will be held at Raley Field, home of the Oakland Athletic Triple A affiliate & two-time PCL Champions - The Sacramento River Cats!
Music provided by the Wonderbread 5 - an unbelievably wild group that covers disco, metal and hip-hop in a spectacle of high energy fun, grooves, and all the songs you love to sing - and sing loudly!
Links:
Raley Field:
http://raleyfield.com/
Wonderbread 5:
http://www.wonderbread5.com
Companion Activities
It’s a great year to bring a companion! We have some fantastic trips and tours planned. Here’s a sample:
Tuesday September 25th, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Napa Wine Country Tour: California’s famous Napa Valley is one of the most widely recognized wine regions in the world. Vineyards have been part of the landscape for more than 150 years, and the valley is home to more than 260 wineries – set in one of the most picturesque areas in the State. You’ll visit Clos Du Val winery where you’ll taste some of their award winning wines and enjoy a picnic lunch, and then you’ll visit Mumm Napa, home of some of the finest sparkling wines you’ll ever taste. If you’re a wine lover, this trip is a must-do!
Wednesday September 26th, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
San Francisco Tour: If you’ve never been to San Francisco in person, you’re in for a real treat. Pictures can’t adequately portray the stunning sights this city has to offer. This memorable coach tour will take you to the Embarcadero, Golden Gate Park, Ghiradelli Square, the Presdio, and the Golden Gate Bridge. And, you’ll get some free time to explore the many shops and restaurants at Fisherman’s Wharf / Pier 39. A local guide will provide the narrative for what’s sure to be a fantastic tour of the City by the Bay!
Friday September 27th
Bonus Tour! For those staying on Friday, we have several activities planned just for you! For example:
Lake Tahoe & Truckee River Bike Tour: Imagine spectacular alpine scenery, fresh air, crystal water, and you on a leisurely bike ride taking it all in. That’s what’s in store for you on this trip to one of the most beautiful areas in the United States! The ride runs along Lake Tahoe, the Truckee River, and continues on to Squaw Valley, home of the 1960 Winter Olympics. This trip includes bicycle rental, lunch, water, snacks, and a local guide. What a great way to see the Gem of the Sierras!
These are just a few of the many activities we have planned for companions this year. Please visit the Registration & Info page, and view the Companion Activities document for details and reservation information. Space is limited, so make your reservations now!