This is where attendees can find details about registration, speaker check-in, and other helpful information needed to navigate onsite in San Diego. View the details below.
| Town and Country Resort - Ballroom Foyer | |
| Sunday 16 February | 7:30 AM–6:00 PM |
| Monday 17 February | 7:30 AM–4:00 PM |
| Tuesday 18 February | 7:30 AM–4:00 PM |
| Wednesday 19 February | 7:30 AM–4:00 PM |
| Thursday 20 February | 7:30 AM–1:30 PM |
SPIE Cashier
Town and Country Ballroom Foyer - Open during registration hours.
Registration payments
If you are planning to register onsite, please do so at the “Need to Register” laptop station.
Your credit card payment will be processed during registration.
If you wish to pay with cash or check, you will be directed to the Cashier once you have completed registration for final payment.
If you have already registered and wish to add a course, workshop, or special event, you may do this online by signing into your SPIE account.
Receipt and Certificate of Attendance
Preregistered attendees who need an SPIE-stamped receipt or attendees who need a Certificate of Attendance may obtain those at the Cashier.
Badge Corrections
Speaker check-in and preview station
Town and Country Resort, Sunset 4 - Open during registration hours
All speakers must stop at Speaker Check-In to upload and preview their slide presentation files at least two hours before their scheduled session or the day before if they present in the first session. Speakers are not able to present using their own devices. All conference rooms are equipped with a laptop, projector, screen, lapel microphone, and laser pointer.
SPIE will record the audio plus screen content of all presentations; Recordings will be published on the SPIE Digital Library.
Internet access
Lobbies, Meeting Rooms, and Registration area
Free Wifi will be available throughout the meeting space. Login information will be posted onsite.
SPIE Conference and Exhibition app
This useful tool allows you to search and browse the program, special events, participants, exhibitors, courses, and more. It is free and available for iPhone and Android phones.
Check out the useful Restaurant Guide within the event section of the SPIE App by clicking:
More > Nearby > Nearby Restaurants
If you don't already have it, Download the SPIE App.
SPIE Course materials
Location: Town and Country Ballroom Foyer - Open during registration hours
Browse course offerings or learn more about SPIE courses available in portable formats such as online and customizable, in-company courses.
SPIE Bookstore
SPIE merchandise will be available for purchase. For information on Press books or other SPIE publications, visit spie.org/publications.
SPIE luggage & coat check
Location: Town and Country Ballroom Foyer
Wednesday and Thursday
Luggage can be dropped near SPIE Registration. Note that no attendant will be present and owners assume risk for lost or stolen bags.
Child care services
Sitterwise
Email: sarah@sitterwise.com
Office: 619.303.4379 or text 619.663.4379
Make a reservation online. Sitterwise.com
Note: SPIE does not imply an endorsement or recommendation of these services. They are provided on an "information only" basis for your further analysis and decision. Other services may be available.
Did you know SPIE offers Family Care Grants to SPIE members? For more information on deadlines and how to apply check the details here.
Gender inclusive restroom
Location: Town and Country Resort, Town and Country Foyer Level 2
Quiet Room
Location: California 3 - open during registration hours
The Quiet Room is intended for silent meditation, reflection, and prayer. No mobile devices or computer use is allowed, and no food or beverages are allowed.
Mothers' Room
Location: California 4
The Mothers' Lounge is a lockable room intended for nursing mothers. There is no storage, running water, or refrigeration available in this space.
Lost and found
Location: Town and Country Ballroom Foyer - Open during registration hours
Found items will be kept at the SPIE Cashier in the Registration area during the meeting and available only during registration hours. At the end of the meeting, all found items will be turned over to the Town and Country Resort Security.
Food and beverage services
Coffee Breaks - Daily complimentary coffee
Town and Country Ballroom Foyer
Sunday - Thursday 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
SPIE Hosted Lunches
Location: Town and Country Golden State Ballroom
Tuesday and Wednesday only* Timing dependent upon coffee break times.
*These two lunches are included with conference registrations.
Food and Refreshments for Purchase
Location: Town and Country Resort
Sunday - Thursday Hours vary
Various food outlets will be open and available during the week. Visit the Town and Country Resort website for hours and menu options.
Restaurants and City Information
Restaurants near the Town and Country Resort
San Diego Restaurants
Additional Hotel Information
Services and amenities provided by the Town and Country Resort can be found here.
