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We are pleased to announce plans for our 2006 retreat and hope you will be able to join us. This year also marks the 30th Anniversary of CUB and we look forward to a retreat with some of CUB’s founding members in attendance.
The goal of the CUB retreat is to create an environment for renewal, devotion, healing, peace and an escape from the pressures of ordinary life. It is a time to come together with others who know and understand the challenges we face as members of the adoption triad.
As before, the retreat will have four general sessions, and break-out groups for special interests. The pace is relaxed and there is plenty of time for strolls along the water, personal reflection, visits with other retreat participants, or other activities. This is a casual setting so please bring comfortable clothes and shoes.
One of our general sessions will feature Lee Campbell, the founder of CUB and other original members. Ann Fessler, author of The Girls Who Went Away, will lead another session with birthmothers who were interviewed for her book. Other sessions, to be announced, will feature presentations by adoptees.
An event for those whose reunions have been disappointing will be held once more this year. There will be separate groups for adoptees and birthparents. Those who have, so far, found disappointment in the relationship (or lack thereof) after their search are welcome to come and share with others similarly situated. This group will meet at approximately 4PM on Thursday, October 5, so please plan to arrive early enough if interested in this meeting.
The retreat admission includes two hosted group dinners—on Friday and Saturday nights. There are restaurants in and around the resort for other meals.
A hospitality suite will be open to retreat participants from Thursday to Saturday evening to visit with others while beverages and snacks are provided.
The weekend will conclude on Sunday with a town-hall style meeting. Nothing will be scheduled after noon, so plan your departure accordingly.
| October 4, 2006, Wednesday | |
| Throughout the day | Arrival of CUB National Board & Arrival of CUB members who will be attending the board meeting. |
| 6:00 pm | Dinner - on your own |
| 7:30 – 9:30 pm | Hospitality Suite - open to all retreat guests |
| October 5, 2006, Thursday | |
| until 9:00 am | Breakfast – on your own |
| 9:00 am to 4:00 pm | |
| 12:00 – 1:00 pm | Lunch – on your own |
| 1:00 – 6:00 pm | Registration – Resort Lobby |
| 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm | Event for Disappointing Reunions; Birthparents and Adoptees (will meet again during support group time slot on subsequent days) |
| 6 pm to 7 pm | Dinner – on your own |
| 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm | Hospitality Suite – open to all retreat guests |
| October 6, 2006, Friday | |
| until 9:45 am | Breakfast – on your own |
| 8:00 – 9:30 am | Registration – Resort Lobby |
| 9:45 am - 10:00 am | Welcome – New Board introduction Announcements CUB President, Margy McMorrow |
| 10:00 am - 12:00 noon | How it all started! – CUB founder, Lee Campbell, and other original members recount how CUB got its start 30 years ago. |
| 12:00 noon - 2:00 pm | Lunch and free time – on your own |
| 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Fishbowl: Uniting the origins of CUB with the future of CUB – Lee Campbell, and panel with original and current CUB members. |
| 4:00 – 5:30 pm | Support Groups – Various Locations To be announced |
| 6 pm | Hosted Dinner – all retreat guests |
| 7:30 – 9:30 pm | Hospitality Suite – open to all retreat guests |
| October 7, 2006, Saturday | |
| until 9:45 am | Breakfast – on your own |
| 8:00 – 9:30 am | Registration – Resort Lobby |
| 9:45 am - 10:00am | Welcome – Margy McMorrow |
| 10:00 am - 12:00 noon | The Girls Who Went Away – Author and Adoptee, Ann Fessler, and panel of birthmothers from the book. |
| 12:00 noon - 2:00pm | Lunch and free time – on your own |
| 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Search and Reunion Panel Birthparents Mary Ross, Linda Orozco, Patty Collings and Adoptees Patrick Trapp, Melodie Good, and Chris Thomason |
| 4:00 – 5:30 pm | Support/Discussion Groups- Various Rooms To be announced |
| 6 pm | Hosted Dinner – all retreat guests |
| 7:30 – 9:30 pm | Hospitality Suite – open to all retreat guests |
| October 8, 2006, Sunday | |
| until 9:30 am | Breakfast – on your own |
| 9:30 – 11:30 am | Town Hall Meeting – Silent auction and raffle results (need not be present to win) |
| 12 noon | Farewell |
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The site of this year’s retreat is the Resort & Club at Little Harbor at 611 Destiny Drive, Ruskin, FL [map,directions]. It is located on a 124 acre island surrounded by Florida’s lush tropical landscape between Tampa and Sarasota. All guest rooms have a water view. The resort features a private beach, pools and a whirlpool spa. Reservations for lodging may be made directly with the Resort by calling 813-645-3291. Indicate that you are with the CUB retreat to receive the special group rate. Rates range from $89-$109/night with an additional $10/per extra person. Please see the resort’s website at www.staylittleharbor.com for a description of the facilities and rooms. These rates and availability cannot be guaranteed past the early registration deadline of Sept. 4, 2006. These rates also do not include the Resort fees and tax. If you wish to share a room with someone, please let us know and we will work with the facility to match up roommates. There is a space for this on the registration form. Please plan to arrive in the afternoon or evening of Thursday, October 5 (arrive early if planning to attend the Disappointing Reunions Event at sunset). Those members who wish to attend the annual board meeting on Thursday should plan to arrive Wednesday evening, October 4. The extra night’s stay may be arranged with the Resort. |
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Special Note: The Transportation Security Administration has changed its policy regarding liquids, gels and aerosols in carry-on baggage for domestic flights as of Sept. 26. In short, you can carry these items on-board the plane in travel size containers (3 oz. or less) but must place them all in a quart-size ziplock bag, and be prepared to pull it out to screen separately. See the details here at the TSA website.
If flying to the retreat, the Tampa International Airport is less than 35 miles from The Resort & Club at Little Harbor [directions]. Shuttles from the airport are available. One such shuttle is Bay Shuttle (813) 259-9998. The fee is $28 per person. They run 24 hours – every 15 minutes. You can make your reservation in advance by telephone or at the airport. They are located near the airport baggage claim at ground transportation. For those who will be driving, the Resort’s website (www.staylittleharbor.com) provides maps and directions.
Be sure to check back here - additional information will be posted here as it becomes available or obtain more information by calling Jon at 1-800-822-2777 ext. 82, or email membership@cubirthparents.org. Be sure to register early to avoid a late fee.
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