March 11-12, 2016
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/familyweekend. 2) Complete the form and pay online (if you registered for activities with fees). Don’t want to pay online? No problem! Just mail your check to: Franklin College Family Weekend 101 Branigin Boulevard Franklin, IN 46131 3) Get ready to have a blast with the Franklin College family!
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2016 Family
Friday, March 11 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. 6:00 pm
Black Student Union Fashion Show
Napolitan Student Center, Branigin Room
7:30 – 9:30 pm
Family Weekend Festival
Napolitan Student Center
You don’t want to miss the Family Weekend Festival! Events include a Mexican buffet, bingo, Minute to Win It, DIY paracord bracelets, carnival games, poker, and euchre. There will also be face-painting, balloon art, and caricatures. 8 pm
The Hamlet Project
Theatre Margot
By William Shakespeare and adapted for the stage by Nicolas and Susan Crisafulli Shakespeare’s famous play finds Hamlet navigating between friend, foe, and … critic? as he seeks to avenge the death of his father. Primarily original text, this adaptation welcomes academic and pop culture critics to the tragedy, providing both help and confusion as Hamlet seeks to answer his most famous question, “To be or not to be?” $12 general admission; $8 students and seniors (over 55); Free with valid Franklin College ID. Email reservations to tickets@franklincollege.edu or call 317-738-8029.
Saturday, March 12 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
11 am – 1 pm
Family Weekend Brunch
Dietz Center Dining Room
Join President Minar, Dr. Becker, 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.
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Weekend Schedule
Noon
Explore Downtown Franklin Downtown Franklin No registration needed. Stop by our registration table for more information on local businesses in Historic Downtown Franklin that look forward to meeting you this weekend.
Noon
Baseball v. Hope & Softball v. DePauw Grizzly Park
12:30-4:30pm
Paint Your Own Pottery
Student Dining 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 200 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. 2pm
The Nutty Professor
Artcraft Theatre downtown Franklin
2 pm
Softball v. DePauw
Grizzly Park
2:30 pm
Baseball v. Hope
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. 7-10pm
Casino Night and Photo Booth
Napolitan Student Center Branigin Room
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 free and open to all ages and the community. Stop by the photo booth to take home a fun souvenir from the weekend. Photos are provided instantly. 8 pm
The Hamlet Project
Theatre Margot
By William Shakespeare and adapted for the stage by Nicolas and Susan Crisafulli Shakespeare’s famous play finds Hamlet navigating between friend, foe, and … critic? as he seeks to avenge the death of his father. Primarily original text, this adaptation welcomes academic and pop culture critics to the tragedy, providing both help and confusion as Hamlet seeks to answer his most famous question, “To be or not to be?” $12 general admission; $8 students and seniors (over 55); Free with valid Franklin College ID. Email reservations to tickets@franklincollege.edu or call 317-738-8029.
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Frequently Asked Questions 1) Which events do I need to pay to attend? The only events that will require an attendance fee are the Family Weekend Festival dinner, the President’s Brunch, and Paint Your Own Pottery. Each event is $5 per attendee, with the exception of students and guests under 5 years of age. Please be sure to register for as many events as you plan on attending, so we can plan for the correct number of guests. 2) 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. 3) 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. 4) 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. 5) 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. 6) Is there a limit to the number of family and friends who can attend? No, the more the merrier! 7) I can only attend one day. Can I still attend? 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. 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? We ask that you please register for the events you plan on attending so we can better plan for space and supplies. If that is not possible or if your plans change, please let us know when you arrive at check-in. If the event requires an attendance fee (festival dinner, brunch, or pottery), you can pay at registration upon arrival. 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 7 pm, Monday through Thursday and 8 am to 4 pm on Fridays.
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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