Social Activities
Social activities include the Companions’ Breakfast, Tours of Dallas and Fort Worth, DPP Soccer Game, and the DPP Banquet. |
Companions’ Program
Register online for the companions breakfast and the tours of Dallas and Fort Worth. Deadline to make companions program tour reservations is November 7, 2008. Companions’ Breakfast Plan to attend the Companions Breakfast for a presentation about the City of Dallas. This is an opportunity to get acquainted with other companions of DPP meeting attendees. A representative of the tour company will be on hand to provide information about the city and the tours. Pre‑printed badges will be prepared for companions who pre‑register for the breakfast using the Companions Program Online Registration. Tour #1: "Big D" City Tour This city tour features “Big D”, one of the nation’s most dynamic and thriving destinations. As guests are transported around Dallas, an educated and informative guide tells about how Dallas grew into the exciting city it is today. |  | Meeting Quick Links |
Reunion Tower, otherwise known as the “Ball in the Sky”, is one of the many features that are highlighted. While downtown, many unique and historic buildings such as the “Old Red” Courthouse, the Belo Mansion, the original Neiman Marcus and the Magnolia Oil building unfold the history that is Dallas.
A drive through Dealey Plaza includes the triple underpass and the former Texas Book Depository building, identified as part of the American history as the scene of President John F. Kennedy’s assassination in 1963. Pioneer Plaza depicts the cattle drives of the old west with more than 50 bronzed longhorn steers and three cowboys creating the largest outdoor bronze sculpture in the world.
Also featured on this tour: unique and stunning sculptures, Dallas’ upscale arts district, Dallas’ jazz core know as Deep Ellum, the Dallas Farmer’s Market and an assortment of buildings designed by I.M. Pei, whose architectural contributions have almost single-handedly created the dramatic Dallas skyline
The last stop is the historic West End. Formerly a warehouse district, the West End has been renovated to create an exciting entertainment district. Guests will have time to stroll through the area or visit the many stores in the West End Marketplace before returning to the hotel.
Tour #1: Fort Worth Cowboy Legends Tour
Tuesday, November 18
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $89 (includes lunch)
Fort Worth, affectionately known as “Cowtown”, is the city of Cowboy Culture. Upon arrival in Fort Worth attendees will begin on Exchange Avenue, site of the last daily cattle drive left in the United States, featuring Fort Worth’s own herd of longhorn steer. Then guests will be led on a guided walking tour from the Stockyard Visitor’s Center where they’ll see famous attractions such as the home of the world’s first indoor rodeo, the Cowtown Coliseum, Stockyards Station, Mule Alley and the incredible Cattleman’s Walk. This very interesting and unique tour includes watching the daily cattle drive.
After the walking tour, guests will be driven a short distance to another of Fort Worth’s legends: Joe T. Garcia’s for lunch, known for its truly unique outdoor venue setting and fresh food. After lunch there will be free time to walk to see the quaint cowboy boutiques that line the streets.
Tour #1: Women’s Museum & Texas Discovery Gardens
Wednesday, November 19
10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Cost: $56 (includes box lunch)
The Dallas Women’s Museum, in association with the Smithsonian Institution, is the first national history museum dedicated to celebrating the accomplishments and contributions of American women. The museum honors the past by telling the detailed stories of many heroic and courageous women.
The Women’s Museum has a long and rich history. Built in 1910, the building was originally Dallas’ first coliseum, used for livestock auctions by day and opera and symphony performances at night. In 1936 the building was renovated and a breathtaking art deco facade was added for use as the administrative building for the Texas Centennial Exposition. An extensive restoration and renovation project has transformed this 20th century treasure into a 21st century technological marvel.
Adjacent to the Dallas Women’s Museum sits the Texas Discovery Gardens, offering 7.5 acres of spectacular garden styles and botanical collections. The Texas Discovery Gardens is the first public garden in the state to be certified 100% organic. The Gardens are maintained using sustainable methods that conserve water and help protect the environment.
DPP Soccer Game: East vs. West
Wednesday, November 19
12:35 p.m.
The annual DPP soccer match will be held mid-day on Wednesday, November 19. Meet near the DPP Registration area after the morning session, and we will take taxis or cars to the soccer field. Bring your soccer clothes, shoes, etc. Everyone is welcome! At the field we will form teams. Typically we are back at the start of the afternoon session. If you would like to sign-up, or if you have questions, please email David Ruzic or call 217-840-3282. Look for soccer game information printed in the DPP Chronicle.
DPP Banquet
Wednesday, November 19
Reception: 6:30 p.m.
Dinner: 7:30 p.m.
Cost: TBD
The official banquet of the DPP will be held on Wednesday evening. A cash-bar reception preceding the banquet at 6:30 p.m. will be followed by the banquet at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets
A subsidized banquet ticket can be purchased at the time you pre-register for the meeting. Tickets for the banquet will also be sold on-site at the meeting on a space-available basis. Tickets must be presented for admission at the door. No tickets will be sold at the door.
Program
The banquet program will include presentation of the James Clerk Maxwell Prize, the John Dawson Award for Excellence in Plasma Physics, the Marshall N. Rosenbluth Outstanding Doctoral Thesis Award in Plasma Physics, the DPP Katherine Weimer Award, the Undergraduate/High School Student Awards, and newly elected APS Fellows.
