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f DT page 20 Exhibit hall If you’re looking for the latest tech- nology, products and services in den- tistry, you need look no further than CDA Presents. The Anaheim trade- show will showcase about 40 product launches. In all, approximately 600 companies will showcase their offer- ings. The exhibit hall, located in the Anaheim Convention Center, will be open Friday and Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Attendees can visit a restaurant or one of several conces- sion areas to relax and refuel. Here are some exhibit hall high- lights: • Grand Opening, Friday, 9:30 a.m. • Family Hours (children 10 and younger permitted during these hours only) daily, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Please note: For safety, strollers are not allowed on the exhibit floor. • Kid Zone Hours, Friday and Sat- urday, 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Sun- day from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. • Table Clinic Viewing — Hall D, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from noon to 2 p.m. The Spot Again this year, CDA Presents will feature The Spot — a lounge for learning, networking and fun. This dynamic and interactive area is locat- ed in the exhibit hall. The contem- porary lounge is “the spot” to learn, network and have fun. Attendees can earn C.E. credit, see new prod- ucts, plan an office renovation, check e-mail and even enjoy a cup of coffee while relaxing with friends. The Spot will also be the location for a wine party reception where par- ticipants will be able to learn about wine with interactive activities at wine tables, learn to distinguish the various scents and flavors in wine and practice new skills by “blind” tastings of white varietals, explore red wine varietals from a particular area and discover new taste sensa- tions by tasting wines paired with both cheese and chocolate. Participants will also be able to put their new wine knowledge to the test and win some prizes by playing a wine trivia game. The wine tasting will be held Saturday from 4 to 5:30 p.m. The Spot will be located in Hall D of the Anaheim Convention Center, and it will be open Friday and Satur- day from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fun in Anaheim The CDA will hold a Membership Party at Disney’s California Adven- ture Park. The excursion will take place Friday evening, May 14. From 9 to 11 p.m., the park will be closed to the public, but CDA attend- ees wearing a wristband can remain in the park in the Hollywood Backlot area. A dessert reception, entertain- ment and a cash bar will be available. Once the public has cleared the park, CDA attendees will have exclu- sive access to the following attrac- tions: Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, Soarin’ Over California, Grizzly River Rapids, Monsters Inc., Mike and Sul- ley to the Rescue!, and Muppet Vision 3-D. Shuttles will begin departing in CDA Meeting DENTAL TRIBUNE | May 201020 AD front of the Anaheim Convention Center at 6:30 p.m. They will run throughout the evening. Shuttles will drop off and pick up at the islands outside the main shuttle area of the Disney lots. The fee for the trip is $65, and each ticket holder will receive an admittance ticket to California Adventure, a wristband and Disney dollars for food purchases prior to park closing or drink purchases at CDA’s exclusive event. DT (Photo/stock.xchng) What’s there to do in Anaheim? in Laguna Beach, welcomes guests to enjoy The OC Martini — a mix of Bacardi ‘O’ Rum, Cointreau and fresh orange juice — in its lobby lounge overlooking the beautiful Pacific Ocean. • Boysenberry pie: Today, every boysenberry in the world can trace its roots back to Knott’s Berry Farm. The boysenberry — a cross between a blackberry, a red raspberry and a loganberry — was named after its creator, Rudolph Boysen. Walter Knott was the first to commercial- ly cultivate the boysenberry on his farm, which later became America’s first theme park. • In-n-Out Burger: Southern Cali- fornians and beyond crave the simple and delicious menu at the Orange County-based, In-n-Out. Made up only of burgers, fries and shakes, the menu does have a few secret orders. If you’re especially adventur- ous, try your burger “animal-style” with extra sauce and grilled onions. Viewable views • View from Heisler Park in Laguna Beach: Laguna Beach’s Heisler Park offers a beautiful view of the city’s seaside village landscape, ocean sunsets and surfers riding the waves. Right next door, sip a margarita on the outdoor patio at Las Brisas. • Black Gold Golf Club: Hole No.12 at Black Gold Golf Club features the Want to have some fun in Orange County when you are in town for the CDA meeting? Check out the ideas below. GardenWalk There’s no need to worry about transportation to GardenWalk — no matter where your hotel is, if you’re close to the convention center, it’s only a few footsteps away. It’s also the perfect place to delight with a stroll under sunny Southern Califor- nia skies or starry nights. GardenWalk is an open-air dis- trict (more than 400,000 square feet) showcasing a who’s-who of restau- rants, shops and cosmopolitan hotels — all surrounded by lush landscap- ing, warterfalls and rich architec- highest tee box in Orange County with great views of inland OC. • Sunset flying: What better way to view Orange County than by plane? Sunset Flying takes couples on a romantic, 45-minute flight with views of the coast, The Queen Mary and ending with a view above the famous Disneyland fireworks. • Emerald Vista Point: An interme- diate hike in Crystal Cove State Park leads you to Emerald Vista Point, a lookout where you can view the vast Pacific Ocean. Mornings are the best time to head up. • Orange Hill Restaurant: Built in the early ’70s, this fine dining restau- rant is situated on top of the hills in Orange and features one of the best views of the sparkling city lights in Orange County and all the way out to Catalina Island. The warm wood- burning fire pits on the patio make it a great location to enjoy cocktails by night. Flash your badge and save That badge hanging around your neck is worth much more than just entrance to a variety of seminars, workshops and the exhibit hall. It is also worth money — in the form of discounts at a myriad of restaurants and shops around the area. DT (Source: Anaheim/Orange County Visitor’s & Convention Bureau) ture. Tasty treats • Balboa Bar: On Balboa Island in Newport Beach, enjoy the famous Balboa Bar, a square vanilla ice cream treat on a stick, dipped in chocolate and rolled in your choice of candies or nuts. • Date Shake: The Crystal Cove Shake Shack, a historical landmark on Pacific Coast Highway in Corona del Mar, opened in 1946 and was recently purchased by Ruby’s. Today, you can still ask for the famous Date Shake, a blended drink of dates and ice cream, or try the locals’ favor- ite Monkey Flip — a peanut-buttery concoction. • OC-tini: The Montage Resort & Spa, an exclusive upscale resort The Queen Mary