SOCIAL PROGRAM

EVENING EVENTS:

Monday, November 4, 1996
Social Reception
Regency Ballroom
6:00 pm to 8:30 pm

Following the first day of technical sessions, take this opportunity to relax with old friends and make new acquaintances amid lavish hors d'oeuvre tables featuring Southwestern delights, all included in your registration package. Drinks and a cash bar will be available.

Tuesday, November 5, 1996
INTERNATIONAL FIESTA
INSTITUTE OF TEXAN CULTURES
6:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Price per person: $45

The major social event of the Symposium week is an evening at the Institute of Texan Cultures. We can promise you an exciting evening of excellent food, cultural enrichment, delightful music and dancing entertainment, and a few surprises - well worth the price. The Institute is a short walk from the Hotel. Those requiring transportation assistance should contact the Registration Desk.

With tables set amid the exhibits which document the contributions of the varied ethnic, religious and cultural natives, pioneers, explorers and settlers of Texas, we shall enjoy a "culinary cruise" among the several islands of international style foods, each dedicated to the cuisine of a different Texan culture. These will include American West (carved Turkey and chopped BBQ Brisket), Mexican (Southwestern Paella), Texas Gulf Coast (Mussels, Shrimp and Oysters), Italian (Tortellini), and an International Desert Bazaar.

Entertainment will include the Institute's Dome Show, a panoramic screen short documentary projected on the Institute's Dome, "The Many Faces of Texas," introducing the many cultures that make up modern Texas, and live music and dance with the Ballet Folklorico Stage Show.

An Open Bar, serving beer, wine, margharitas on the rocks and soft drinks will be served throughout the evening, included with admission to the banquet.

GUEST PROGRAM:

A varied program is being planned to entertain and inform visitors who register for the Symposium as guests. Registration permits you to enjoy our continental breakfast each morning as well as the Monday evening Social Reception. A tour program, individually priced, is being developed that will immerse you in San Antonio's history, culture and attractions. In cooperation with the San Antonio Visitor's and Convention Bureau and Ms. Beatrice Moreno, Administrative Assistant at Southwest Research Institute, we plan to arrange an introductory slide show on Monday morning to set the stage for a round of tours of San Antonio that will include the famed Alamo, the King William Historic District, the Institute of Texan Cultures, and other historic and repository sites. A combination Riverwalk shopping/sightseeing tour and luncheon served aboard a river taxi is being planned.

Detailed schedules for all activities including breakfast location, exact times, prices, departure points, etc. will be available in the Symposium registration area, as well as at each breakfast.

GUEST TOURS:

Monday, November 4, 1996
Full Day Tour of Historic San Antonio
Price per person (including lunch): $35.00

Visit the sites that highlight the history of San Antonio. The Alamo, of course, will be the first stop. No visit to San Antonio is complete otherwise. Next stop is the San Jose Mission, the crown jewel of San Antonio area missions.

Lunch will follow at the Guenther House, a restored hotel and restaurant in the King William Historic Neighborhood, a tour of which follows afterwards to view its beautiful homes and streets.

Coming full circle, we stop next at La Villita, the original site of San Antonio. You will find historic rustic houses in this quarter, now home to artisans creating and selling their products. Browse, shop and enjoy.

Tuesday, November 5, 1996
Full Day Tour - Art in San Antonio
Price per person (including lunch): $40.00

Today's tour will visit the two principal art museums of San Antonio. The McNay Art Institute was the residence of Elisabeth McNay. It was turned over to the city to house her art collection. The grounds surrounding the house are an attraction as popular as the interior.

Lunch will follow at Los Patios Restaurant. This tea room restaurant is very popular with the citizenry as well as visitors. The grounds of this scenic locale contains several boutiques to browse and shop in.

Following lunch, The San Antonio Museum will be the final stop. The museum was an old brewery, renovated to its present splendor and turned into a very special art museum.

Wednesday, November 6, 1996
Half-Day Shopping Tour
Price per person: $15.00

Today's activity is a walking floating tour close to the hotel. We begin with a visit to the Made by Hand Mall. Here you can find many hand-crafted, one-of-a-kind gift items. One can find many Texas theme gift items in a broad range of prices.

Nest comes what many believe is the jewel attraction for adults in San Antonio: Riverwalk. We will take a ride on one of the many river barges and watch the hotels, stores, street vendors and people as we float past. Then touch land again and plow the Riverwalk's many shops. The tour will conclude at on of the Riverwalk's many delightful restaurants.

Advance registration for tours is encouraged and should be made on the Advance Registration Form. Note that the tours have minimum registration levels in order to be offered, so your help in planning is appreciated!

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