March 13-14, 2015
Guide Book
Table of Contents Family Weekend Schedule………………………………………..3 Frequently Asked Questions………………………….…………..5 Where to Stay………………………………………………..6 Campus Map…………………………………………….…….7 Directions to Campus……………………………..…………….. 8
Registration Instructions 1) Visit the Family Weekend website at www.franklincollege.edu/family weekend. 2) Select “Register Now” from the left hand side of the screen. 3) Complete the form and pay online. Don’t want to pay online? No problem! Just mail your check to: Franklin College Family Weekend 101 Branigin Boulevard Franklin, IN 46131 4) Get ready to have a blast with the Franklin College family! 2
2015 Family
Friday, March 13 7:30 am – 5 pm
Jazzman’s Cafe Open
Napolitan Student Center
8:30 am – 4 pm
Bookstore Open
Napolitan Student Center, Ground Floor
5 - 8 pm
Check-In
Napolitan Student Center, Johnson Atrium
Be sure you stop by the check-in table to get an updated schedule for the weekend, confirm your pottery time, and pick up brunch tickets. Name tags are also provided. 6:30 pm Mentalist Christopher Carter Sponsored by the Student Entertainment Board.
Napolitan Student Center, Branigin Room
7:30 – 11 pm
Napolitan Student Center
Family Weekend Festival
You don’t want to miss the Family Weekend Festival! Events include an all-you-can-eat pizza, salad, and breadstick buffet, bingo, carnival games, poker, euchre, and live team trivia. There will also be facepainting, balloon art, karaoke, and caricatures. Sponsored by the Student Affairs Division
Saturday, March 14 9:30 am – 4 pm
Jazzman’s Cafe Open
Napolitan Student Center
10 am – 4 pm
Bookstore Open
Napolitan Student Center, Ground Level
10 am – Noon
Check-In
Napolitan Student Center, Johnson Atrium
10 am
Family Worship Service
Richardson Chapel
10 am
Men’s Baseball Game
Grizzly Park
11 am – 1 pm
Family Weekend Brunch
Dietz Center Dining Room
Hosted by President and Mrs. Moseley 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. 12:30-4:30pm
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Paint Your Own Pottery
Richardson Chapel- Wymer Room
This is a family weekend favorite! Select and paint your very own piece of pottery. Pieces will be glazed and returned to students after spring break. This event is limited to the first 150 registrants. You will sign up for a pottery painting time during registration and will receive a final confirmation via email and during check-in on Friday evening or Saturday morning. Sponsored by the Student Affairs Division
Weekend Schedule 1-4:00 pm
66 Water Street Arts Cafe: Canvas Class
Corner of Monroe and Water Streets
New addition for 2015: Canvas Painting! Join us at the 66 Water Street Arts Cafe, an easy walk from campus, for an afternoon of canvas painting. The cafe will also be open during this time if you are looking for a low key afternoon of delicious coffee and snacks. Limited to the first 25 registrants. 1:30pm
Minute to Win It
Richardson Chapel- Sanctuary
Just like TV! Audience members will be selected to complete a variety of challenges in under a minute. This activity is for all ages, whether you watch or play. Sponsored by the Student Affairs Division 2pm
No Time for Sergeants
Artcraft Theatre downtown Franklin
4 pm
Men’s Baseball Game
Grizzly Park
5:30-7pm
Flavor of Franklin
SC Atrium, Dining Room, and Games Area
Please join the Parent Advisory Council in sampling the fare from many of Franklin’s best known dining establishments. Samples will be donated from popular local restaurants. Sponsored by the Parent Advisory Council 7-10pm
Casino Night
Napolitan Student Center Branigin Room
Try your luck at our blackjack tables or take a spin at the roulette wheel. Or 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. Gambling will end at 9:30 pm with the prize raffle to follow. This event is open to all ages. Sponsored by the Student Entertainment Board and the Student Affairs Division 7-9:30 pm
Casino Night, Jr
Napolitan Student Center Room #249
This is a place just for our guests under the age of 12! Age appropriate fun provided. 7-10 pm
Photo Booth
Napolitan Student Center Branigin Landing
Stop by the photo booth to take home a fun souvenir from the weekend. Photos are provided instantly. Sponsored by the Student Entertainment Board and the Student Affairs Division
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Frequently Asked Questions 1) Do I need to pay for my current Franklin College student to attend family weekend? No. Franklin College students and children under 5 years of age are free of charge. 2) Where can I pick up my shirts? Pre-ordered shirts will be available at check-in. We conveniently place all your shirts in one bag for easy management. 3) If I did not order shirts, but decide later I want them, can I still get them? Extra shirts will be available for purchase on a first come, first served basis at check-in all weekend long. We cannot guarantee specific sizes or quantities, and will only have the short sleeved t-shirt option available. 4) When will my pottery be ready? Pottery is available a few weeks after Family Weekend. Your student will be notified via his or her Franklin College email that they can pick it up in the Student Activities Center. 5) Is there a limit to the number of family and friends who can attend? No, the more the merrier! 6) I can only attend one day. Can I still attend? Do I still need to pay full price? You can absolutely still attend. When you register, be sure to indicate which events you plan on attending so we can have an idea of when we will be welcoming you to campus. Whether you attend one day or both days, the fee is still $15 per guest over 12 years of age and $5 per guest between 5-11 years of age. 7) What does the registration fee cover? Our registration fee is all inclusive— it includes all meals, events, and sessions on our schedule. Be sure to register for as many events as you plan on attending. 8) If I did not indicate that I would be attending an event on my registration form, but change my mind later, can I still attend? With the exception of the Saturday morning brunch, you may attend any of the events even if you did not register for them. We ask that you please register for the events you plan on attending so we can better plan for space and supplies. 9) I have a question that is not answered in this brochure. Whom should I contact? Questions about Family Weekend can be directed to the Student Activities Center at 317-738-8096. The Student Activities Center is staffed from 8 am to 12 pm, Monday through Friday.
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Area Hotels and Accommodations A few suggestions for hotels nearby.
Comfort Inn 2122 Holiday Lane Franklin, IN 46131 (317) 736-0480 Quality Inn 150 Lover’s Lane Franklin, IN 46131 (317) 346-6444 The Ashley Drake B&B 668 East Jefferson Street Franklin, IN 46131 (317) 736-0199 Jameson Inn – Indy South Location 4402 E. Creek View Rd. Indianapolis, Indiana 46237 (317) 784-7006 Indianapolis Mariott Downtown 350 West Maryland Street Indianapolis, IN 46225 USA (317) 822-3500 Hilton Indianapolis 120 West Market Street Indianapolis, IN 46204 USA (317) 972-0600 Hampton Inn Downtown – Indianapolis 105. S. Meridian Street Indianapolis, IN 46225 USA (317) 261-1200
Courtyard Indianapolis at the Capitol 320 North Senate Avenue Indianapolis, Indiana 46204 (317) 684-7733 Hilton Garden Inn 12210 N. Executive Dr. Edinburgh, IN 46124 (812) 526-8600 Hampton Inn 12161 N. US 31 Edinburgh, IN 46124 (812) 526-5100 Holiday Inn Express 12225 North Executive Dr. Edinburgh, IN 46124 812-526-4919 Candlewood Suites Greenwood 1190 North Graham Road Greenwood, IN 46143 (317) 882-4300 Holiday Inn Express & Suites 1180 Wilson Dr. Greenwood, IN 46143 (317) 881-0600 Hilton Garden Inn 5255 Noggle Way Indianapolis, IN 46237 (317) 888-4814 The Flying Frog Bed & Breakfast 396 North Main Street Franklin, Indiana 46131 (317) 697-3212
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Directions to Campus From Interstate 65: Take I-65 to Exit 90/State Road 44 (about twenty miles south of downtown Indianapolis). Head west off of the exit (southbound travelers turn right; northbound travelers turn left) onto State Road 44 and follow it through two stoplights to the flashing red light. That is Forsythe Street. Turn left (south). Go one block to the next intersection stop sign. This is State Road 44 again (also known as Jefferson Street). Turn right(west). Proceed to the fourth street on the left which is Branigin Boulevard (look for the Franklin College gateway to greet you). Turn left (south) on Branigin and you have entered the campus.
From Interstate 69: Follow 69 South to I-465 South / IN-37 South via Exit 0. Merge onto I-65 South via Exit 53B toward Louisville. Then follow the directions above for Interstate 65.
From Interstate 70: (from the west) Follow 70 East to I-465 South / I-74 East via Exit 69. Merge onto I-65 South via Exit 53B toward Louisville. Then follow the directions above for Interstate 65.
From Interstate 70: (from the east) Follow 70 West to I-465 South / IN-37 South via Exit 90. Merge onto I-65 South via Exit 53B toward Louisville. Then follow the directions above for Interstate 65.
From U.S. 31: Once in the city of Franklin, turn east (northbound travelers turn right; southbound travelers turn left) onto State Road 44 (also known as Jefferson Street). (Look for the CVS and Walgreens on the street corners; S.R.44/Jefferson Street runs between them.) When you cross the railroad tracks, take your next right (south) which is Branigin Boulevard. (Look for the Franklin College gateway to greet you.)
From the West on State Road 44: Take State Road 44 (Jefferson Street) east through downtown Franklin. When you cross the railroad tracks, take your next right (south) which is Branigin Boulevard. (Look for the Franklin College gateway to greet you.)
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www.franklincollege.edu/familyweekend 317.738.8096