2014 ADS Dallas Thanksgiving Convention Schedule
November 26-30, 2014
Registration
Seminars
Food Provided
Babysitting
Infants / Kids / Teens
Event Color Key
Day
Wednesday
Event
Start Time
End Time
Location
Registration
2:00PM
6:00PM
Atrium 1 - Cooper
8:00PM
-
9:00PM
-
Dinner: "Welcome to Texas!"*
Line Dancing
Imperial Ballroom
*Everything is bigger in Texas! Come prepared in your Western wear and get ready to dance, Texas style!
11-26
CORA Q&A Open Forum*
10:00PM
-
Batik A
*Led by Dr. Adnan Kasamani; Open to all ages.
Open all day until 2AM
Teens' Room*
Stemmons Ballroom
*Teens' Room designated for ages 13-17. Activities include Ping Pong, Foosball and much more!
Likha & Tarneeb Tournament
Hospitality Suite
9:30PM
-
Opens at Midnight
Carpenter Ballroom
Carpenter Ballroom
Welcome to
Dallas, Texas!
Day
Thursday
Event
Start Time
End Time
Location
Hospitality Breakfast
8:00AM
11:00AM
Carpenter Ballroom
Registration
9:00AM
6:00PM
Atrium 1 - Cooper
Infants, Kids & Teens Carnival
10:00AM
5:00PM
Grand D & E
Mr. Samah Helal Presents:
"Druze Ideals & American Citizenship"
10:30AM
11:30AM
Batik A
11:30AM
12:30PM
Batik B
Sheikh Mustafa Moukarim Presents:
"Heritage & Culture" and "The Civic Duties of Sheikh Al-Akl"
All day event
Indoor Tailgate Party
Dallas Cowboys vs. Philadelphia Eagles Game
(Optional Event)*
12:30PM
Atrium 1
AT&T Stadium
8:00PM
*Visit www.druze.com for game transportation registration; Buses depart from Jade Entrance at 12:30PM.
Contact Amin Aridi for game ticket information and more: [email protected]
11-27
Lunch
3:00PM
Devotional by CORA (Pre-Dinner Prayer)*
8:00PM
Thanksgiving Dinner
8:30PM
Atrium 1
-
Batik A
8:30PM
Imperial Ballroom
-
*Pre-Dinner Thanksgiving Prayer led by Sheikh Mustafa Moukarim.
After dinner
Karaoke
CORA Q&A Open Forum*
10:00PM
Imperial Ballroom
Batik A
-
*Led by Dr. Adnan Kasamani; Open to all ages.
Hospitality Suite
Opens at midnight
Carpenter Ballroom
Teens' Room*
Open all day until 2AM
Stemmons Ballroom
*Teens' Room designated for ages 13-17. Activities include Ping Pong, Foosball and much more!
Black Friday Shopping (Optional Event)
No designated time
Happy Thanksgiving!
Dallas Area Malls and Shops
Day
Friday
Event
Start Time
End Time
Location
Registration
9:00AM
6:00PM
Atrium 1 - Cooper
Brunch Picnic
10:00AM
2:00PM
During picnic
Line Dancing*
Hilton Anatole Garden
*Did you miss out on line dancing on Wednesday? Here's your chance! Texas style fun - Round 2!
Infants & Kids Zumba Session*
2:00PM
Plum Blossom
3:00PM
*Kids 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
CORA ADT General Overview (Ages 13-17)
2:00PM
3:00PM
Batik A
Nationwide Chapter Board Meeting*
2:00PM
3:00PM
Batik B
*A chance for board members present from each chapter to gather and exchange information and ideas.
ADYA Discussion (Ages 18-35)*
3:00PM
Batik A
5:00PM
*Led by Dr. Adnan Kasamani; Lecture/Q&A designated for youth.
Pearl Workshop (Optional Event)*
3:00PM
Grand E
5:00PM
*Sponsored by Raghida Hamed & Nancy Bouajram; "Make and Take" an 18-inch, real, freshwater Pearl Necklace! $150 value for only $30! *Babysitting 3PM- 5PM*
11-28
Devotional by CORA (Pre-Dinner Prayer)
Public Ballroom Dinner: "Mediterranean Nights"*
6:30PM
7:00PM
7:30PM
2:00AM
Imperial Ballroom
*Entertainment provided by Renowned Musician Dr. Jamal Aboulhosn & DJ Ashraf
Infants Babysitting (Ages 3 and under)
7:30PM
Kids Babysitting (Ages 4-12)
1:00AM
Dinner and Show Provided by Razzle Dazzle!
Dardanelles
Cardinal A & B
YANO* (Young Adults' Night Out) Ages 18-35
The Loft at Gilley's Dallas
9:00PM
2:00AM
(Optional Event)*
*Designated Dinner seating for YANO attendees will be provided at the Hotel in the Imperial Ballroom at 7:30PM Sharp.
Buses to YANO will depart from Jade Entrance at 9:00PM.
Teens' Night In*
9:00PM
12:00AM
Stemmons Ballroom
*Activities include laser tag, hamster ball, Wii, PS3, Xbox, ping pong, foosball and more!
CORA Q&A Open Forum*
10:00PM
-
Batik A
*Led by Dr. Adnan Kasamani; Open to all ages.
Hospitality Suite
Opens at midnight
Carpenter Ballroom
Start Time
End Time
Location
Hospitality Breakfast
8:00AM
11:00AM
Carpenter Ballroom
Registration
10:00AM
12:00PM
Atrium 1 - Cooper
Infants & Kids Hip-Hop Session with Parents*
10:30AM
11:30AM
Plum Blossom
Event
Day
Saturday
*Kids 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
CORA Overview (Open to all ages)
10:30AM
11:30AM
Batik A
CORA Q&A ADT (Ages 13-17)
11:30AM
12:30PM
Batik B
CORA Q&A ADYA (Ages 18-35)
11:30AM
12:30PM
Batik A
Free Time*
12:30
-
*This is your chance to explore the city (or catch up on some sleep..)
Infants & Kids Arts and Crafts*
1:30PM
2:30PM
Plum Blossom
*Kids 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Infants & Kids Mad Science Show: "Up, Up and Away"*
3:00PM
4:00PM
Plum Blossom
*Kids 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
11-29
CORA Mothers' Discussion*
4:30PM
6:30PM
Batik A
*Led by Dr. Adnan Kasamani; Specifically for Mothers to discuss and share Druze parenting principles and traditions.
Infants & Kids Scribble Cake: "Decorate Your Cake"*
4:00PM
5:30PM
Plum Blossom
*Kids 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Infants Babysitting (Ages 3 and under)*
Kids Babysitting (Ages 4-12)*
7:30PM
1:00AM
Dardanelles
Cardinal A & B
*Dinner and Show Provided by Razzle Dazzle!
Dinner: "Masquerade Ball"*
8:00PM
-
Imperial Ballroom
*Complete your black tie attire with an extravagant mask and prepare to unveil yourselves at the midnight hour.
Entertainment provided by Renowned Musician Dr. Jamal Aboulhosn & DJ Ashraf. *Masquerade masks are optional so bring your own unique mask!*
Teens' Dance*
9:00PM
12:00AM
Stemmons Ballroom
*Activites designated for ages 13-17 including DJ, dancing, and more!
CORA Q&A Open Forum*
10:00PM
-
Batik A
*Led by Dr. Adnan Kasamani; Open to all ages.
Hospitality Suite
Opens at midnight
Carpenter Ballroom
Event
Start Time
End Time
Location
Hospitality Breakfast
8:00AM
12:00PM
Carpenter Ballroom
Day
Sunday
11-30
Convention Farewells
Pre and Post Convention
Join us early or extend your stay! Explore these local attractions in the wonderful Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex.
ADS hotel rates apply 11/23 - 12/2.
Attraction
Description
Autumn at the Arboretum
Listed as one of America's best pumpkin festivals. Don't miss this amazing autumn experience at a
beautiful botanical garden!
"ICE!" and Lonestar Christmas at the Gaylord Texan Hotel
A breathtaking holiday transformation including 2 million twinkling lights, an 8-foot-tall gingerbread
house, and the "ICE!" sculpture exhibit featuring Frosty the Snowman!
The Ross Perot Museum
Family friendly science exhibits that are interesting, educational, and FUN for all!
Klyde Warren Park
Grab a bite to eat from the local food trucks and take in the amazing view from the heart of downtown
Dallas!
Dallas World Aquarium
Come and see animals including otters, sloths, sharks, penguins and many more at the Dallas World
Aquarium!
The Dallas Zoo
The Dallas Zoo is proud to house more than 2,000 animals and many new exhibits. Come and check it
out for yourself!
Nasher Sculpture Center
Experience one of the finest collections of modern and contemporary sculpture in the world in a setting
of unparalleled beauty.
Dallas Museum of Art
Come and see some of the world's most beautiful art and exhibits at the unique Dallas Museum of Art.
The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza
Learn about the history of President John F. Kennedy's assassination and legacy at the National Historic
Landmark District and the JFK Memorial Plaza.
The Bureau of Engraving and Printing
Come and see how money is made in Texas! Visitors can see billions of dollars printed from an enclosed
walkway, which is suspended above the production floor!
The Fort Worth Stockyards
Make it a cowboy day! Come and explore the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District and get a
taste of Texas. Enjoy some authentic BBQ and catch a rodeo show!
Useful Information
"Like" us on Facebook Event Page titled:
"DALLAS 2014 ADS Thanksgiving Druze Convention #adsdallas" for the latest
updates and information.
Buy Convention Packages and Book Hotel Rooms online at www.druze.com
Discounted Packages available until November 16, 2014
Packages available at regular price thereafter.
Convention Chairman: Raja Aridi | [email protected]
Co-Chairman: Bassam Abifaraj | [email protected]
Questions regarding Thanksgiving Day Cowboys vs Eagles Game?
Please contact Amin Aridi | [email protected]