Social and Special Events

Sunday, 7 June 2009

RFIC Symposium Reception

19:00 - 22:00 Western Grand Ballroom

Immediately following the RFIC Plenary Session, all RFIC Symposium attendees are invited to attend a complimentary reception hosted by RFMD. This social event is a key component of the RFIC Symposium, providing an opportunity to connect with old friends, make new acquaintances and catch up on the wireless industry. Admittance is included with RFIC Symposium registration. Additional tickets can also be purchased separately at registration.

Monday, 8 June 2009

Workshop and Short Course Breakfast

07:00 - 09:00 258AB

RFIC Attendees Breakfast

07:00 - 09:00 253ABC

These breakfasts are for all persons registered as technical participants in the Workshop, Short Courses and RFIC events. Technical coded badge required for admission.

IMS 2009 Golf Tournament

07:00 - 14:00 Granite Links Golf Club, Quincy, MA

Start your week off right; relax with fellow conference attendees at the IMS 2009 Golf Tournament.

In the format of a four-man scramble, the tournament will take place at the Granite Links Golf Club (www.granitelinksgolfclub.com), set amidst a former granite quarry with spectacular views of the Boston skyline and voted "Top Ten Best New Upscale Golf Course in the US".

Individual and team prizes will be given after the tournament and attendees can choose to participate in a lunch after awards are announced. Please oin us to celebrate the conference, of which you, the participants, are a key ingredient. All skill levels are welcome.

Note: Transportation departs Boston Convention and Exhibition Center at 06:30. Check-in 07:00 and Shotgun Tournament runs from 08:00 - 13:00. Continential breakfast and lunch will be provided at the Tavern Restaurant, named one of the fifty "Best 19th Holes in the Country" by Golf Digest! Return trip to Boston departs promptly at 14:00.

Click here for more information on the golf tournament!

MTT-S Welcome Reception

19:00 - 21:00 BCEC Ballroom East

All Microwave Week attendees and exhibitors are invited to attend a complimentary reception hosted by MTT-S immediately following the IMS Plenary Session in the adjoining Ballroom. The Plenary and Reception are open to all IMS attendees.

Tuesday, 9 June 2009

RFIC and IMS Attendees Breakfast

07:00 - 09:00 253ABC

This breakfast is for all persons registered as technical participants in RFIC and IMS events. Technical coded badge required for admission.

GOLD Reception

17:30 - 19:30 The Fish Exchange Building, 1 Fish Pier

The IEEE MTT Graduates of Last Decade (GOLD) Committee invites all MTT GOLD members to a complimentary reception at the Exchange Conference Center on Boston's Historic Waterfront. This will be an excellent opportunity not only to relax and entertain, but also to interact and network with other GOLD members. From the BCEC walk northeast on D street to the end of the Fish Pier.

IEEE MTT-S Women in Microwaves Reception

18:00 - 20:00 Westin Commonwealth Ballroom C

Meet and interact with industry professionals who share a mutual interest in promoting the WIM forum. An association celebrating the growing number of women in the tech field is the IEEE Women in Microwave (WIM). The WIM recognized women's outstanding achievements in electrical and electronics engineering within the microwave discipline through various award nominations. It also promotes advancement for women and facilitates the gathering and dissemination of information regarding the status of women in the industry; initiatives for, by and on behalf of women, and ways to improve the climate for women in the workplace.

Ham Radio Social

19:00 - 22:00 Westin Commonwealth Ballroom C

CQ, CQ, CQ, Calling All Hams

IMS2009 will host a social on Tuesday evening for ham radio operators. Dale Clement, AF1T will give a unique talk titled, "See How Antennas Work", using live physical examples on the 70 cm band. Bring your QSL card for display!

For those attendees who are involved with Amateur Radio, Boston is radio-active. You should plan on bringing a radio for 2M, 440MHz, and 900MHz. Repeaters for the symposium will be Boston at 145.230 (PL 88.5) and at 444.700 (PL 88.5), Waltham at 449.075 (No PL), and Waltham at 927.1375 (PL 131.8).

You can find an up-to-date list of repeaters blanketing the Boston area at the following web site: http://www.nerepeaters.com/.73 de AC1J, KA1LEP.

Wednesday, 10 June 2009

Workshop Breakfast

07:00 - 09:00 258AB

IMS Atttendees Breakfast

07:00 - 09:00 253ABV

These breakfasts are for all persons registered as technical participants in the Workshop and IMS events. Technical coded badge required for admission.

Industry Hosted Cocktail Reception

17:00 - 18:30 BCEC Exhibit Hall

Symposium exhibitors will host a cocktail reception in the exhibit hall of the Convention Center. Refreshments and hors d'oeuvres will be served throughout the exhibit area courtesy of the exhibitors beginning at 17:00. The reception is open to all registered attendees.

MTT-S IMS Awards Banquet

19:00 - 22:00 BCEC Ballroom

Continuing a tradition for the Boston IMS, the MTT-S Awards Banquet, scheduled for June 10, 2009 will again feature a distinguished speaker. Dr. David Thornburg is an award-winning futurist, author and consultant whose clients range across the public and private sector, both in the United States and in Brazil. As the founder and director of global operations for the Thornburg Center, and as Senior Fellow of the Congressional Institute for the Future, he conducts research and provides staff develoopment in the areas of education futures, multimedia, communications and whole mind education throughout the Americas. He helps clients to think intelligently about the future and is active in exploring ways that telecommunciations and multimedia will change the face of learning, both at home and in the classroom. The evening event promises to be engaging, fun and informative. Beginning at 7 PM, following the conference general reception, IMS Chairman Fred Schindler will open the event with welcoming remarks. After a superb dinner with live background music, awards will be presented for the accomplishments of exceptional people working in the field of microwaves.

Thursday, 11 June 2009

IMS Attendees Breakfast

07:00 - 09:00

This breakfast is for all persons registered as technical participants in the IMS event. Technical coded badge required for admission.

MTT-S Student Awards Luncheon

12:00 - 14:00 Westin Commonwealth Ballroom

All students and advisors are invited to attend this luncheon which recognizes recipients of the MTT-S Undergraduate Scholarships, MTT-S Graduate Fellowships, IMS2009 Student Volunteers, IMS2009 Student Paper Awards, and the winners and participants of the IMS2009 Student Design Competitions. The luncheon is complementary to all students, their advisors, competition judges, and presenters.

Thursday Evening Social Cruise

19:00 - 21:00 Provincetown II at the World Trade Center

Thursday evening will be the time to take a break from the sessions and workshops to enjoy Boston from a wonderful vantage point. We invite you to join us for a couple of hours on Thursday evening for a cruise of Boston Harbor. Let us share with you the views of Boston's skyline and the harbor islands from our ship, while relaxing with something to drink, something to eat, and music to serenade us while we cruise the evening away.

Our ship sails from the World Trade Center in the Seaport District, a short two block walk from the Convention Center. The ship is outfitted with table seating, perimeter seating, an enclosed deck, semi enclosed desk, and the enormous top deck will ensure a wonderful time on the water.

Friday, 12 June 2009

Workshop Breakfast

07:00 - 09:00 258AB

ARFTG Attendees Breakfast

07:00 - 09:00 104AB

These breakfasts are for all persons registered as technical participants in the Workshop and ARFTG events. Technical coded badge required for admission.