Schedule of Events
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Friday, March 16
7:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Jazzman’s Café Open - Napolitan Student Center
8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Bookstore Open - Napolitan Student Center, Ground Floor
5 - 8 p.m.
Check In - Napolitan Student Center, Johnson Atrium
Be sure you stop by the check in table to get an updated schedule for the weekend, sign up for
your pottery time and pick-up movie tickets. Nametags are also provided. Drinks and light
snacks are also available.
6:30 p.m.
Weekend Welcome & Magician John Cassidy - Napolitan Student Center, Branigin Room
This comedy magic show is fun for all ages and is sure to start your weekend out right. John
has made numerous television appearances and currently holds a record for the most balloon
sculptures completed in one hour, 747 in just a mere 60 minutes!
Sponsored by the Student Affairs Division and Student Entertainment Board
7:30 – 11 p.m.
Family Weekend Festival - Napolitan Student Center
You don’t want to miss the Family Weekend Festival! Events at the festival include an all-
you-can-eat pizza, salad and breadstick buffet, bingo, carnival games, poker and euchre. There
will also be face painting, balloon art, karaoke and caricatures.
Sponsored by the Student Affairs Division
7:30-9 p.m.
Dinner buffet available - Cafeteria
7:30-11p.m.
Bingo- Cafeteria
8 p.m.
Poker and Euchre Tournaments will begin- Cafeteria
7:30-11p.m.
Karaoke, Face Painting, Balloon Artist and Caricatures- Johnson Atrium
8 p.m.
The Visit Theatre Production - Johnson Center for Fine Arts, Théâtre Margot
In this classic play by one of the major German-language dramatists of the 20th
century, an elderly millionaire turns a depressed area into a boom town merely on the promise of her millions. However, the conditions of her generosity turn this tragic-comedy into a macabre and entertaining parable that is a scathing indictment of the power of greed. Tickets are FREE with a valid FC ID, $8 for students and seniors and $12 general admissions. Reservations can be made by calling (317) 738-8029 or by emailing tickets@franklincollege.edu.
Presented by the Franklin College Theatre Department
Saturday, March 17
9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Jazzman’s Café Open - Naptolian Student Center
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Bookstore Open - Napolitan Student Center, Ground Level
10 a.m. – Noon
Check In - Napolitan Student Center, Johnson Atrium
10 a.m.
Family Worship Service - Richardson Chapel
Come and join with other families in a non-denominational worship that utilizes the gifts of
several of our students and family members and highlights the importance of faith and family.
Sponsored by Campus Ministry
11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Family Weekend Brunch hosted by President and Mrs. Moseley - Dietz Center Dining Room
Join President and Mrs. Moseley and other members of the faculty and staff for a special
brunch. This is sure to be a special occasion, so make plans to join the fun. Dress is casual.
Sponsored by Sodexo Food Service
12 – 2 p.m.
Grizzly Park Play - Grizzly Park
Enjoy some time at our new athletics complex. Activities will be available for all ages, the
outdoor walking trail and tennis equipment will be available for use. A yoga class will be
taught at 1 p.m. in the outdoor pavilion. The class is for all ages and skill levels- no equipment
necessary. In case of inclement weather this event will be held indoors.
Sponsored by the Franklin College Wellness Program
12:00 p.m.
Baseball Double-Header v. UW-Platteville - John P. McDowell Field
Cheer on the Grizzlies in this exciting double header!
1 – 4 p.m.
Paint Your Own Pottery - Student Center Meeting Room
This is a Family Weekend favorite! Select and paint your very own piece of pottery. Pieces will be glazed and returned to students before after Spring Break. This event is limited to the first 100 registrants. You will register for your pottery painting time at check in on Friday
evening or Saturday morning.
Sponsored by the Student Affairs Division
2:30 p.m.
Hoosiers- Artcraft Theatre downtown Franklin
You are sure to enjoy this Indiana classic, Hoosiers, at the historic Artcraft Theatre located downtown Franklin.
Sponsored by Career Services
4 p.m.
Movin’and Groovin’Celebration - Chapel
Join us in celebrating dance styles from around the globe, including performances from the
Franklin College Dancers, Mayuri School of Dance, Krash Krew and Anderson Ballet
Folklorico!While you watch our performers,enjoy a spread of ethnic snacks.
Sponsored by the Office of Multicultural Services
6 – 8 p.m.
Flavor of Franklin - Napolitan Student Center, Johnson Atrium
Please join the Parent Advisory Council in sampling the fare from many of Franklin’s best
known dining establishments and enjoy music from the music department’s bagpipe class.
Sponsored by Parent Advisory Council
7-10 p.m.
Photo Booth - Napolitan Student Center, Second Level
Stop by the photo booth to take home a fun souvenir of the weekend. Photos are provided instantly.
Sponsored by the Student Affairs Division
8 – 11 p.m.
Casino Night - Napolitan Student Center, Branigin Room
Try your luck at our blackjack tables or take a spin at the roulette wheel. Take a chance at
bingo, craps, poker or off-track betting and don’t miss a chance for a pull at the slot machines.
No money necessary- chips are provided! Win great prizes in the annual raffle. Light
refreshments will be provided. Gaming will end at 10:30pm with the prize raffle to follow. This event is open at all ages.
Sponsored by Student Entertainment Board and the Student Affairs Division
8-10pm
Casino Jr- New this year, a place just for our guests under the age of 12! Games,
activities and prizes will provide age appropriate fun.
Sponsored by New Student Programs
8 p.m.
The Visit Theatre Production - Johnson Center for Fine Arts, Théâtre Margot
Sponsored by the Theatre Department
