TABLE OF CONTENTS Registration Instructions 2 Frequently Asked Questions 3 Area Hotels & Accommodations 4 Directions to Campus 5 Family Weekend Schedule 6 Campus Map 8
REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Visit the Family Weekend website at www.FranklinCollege.edu/familyweekend. 2. Select “Register Now” from the left-hand side of the screen. 3. 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
4. GET READY TO HAVE A BLAST AT FAMILY WEEKEND!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS 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 Saturday Brunch and Paint Your Own Canvas. 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.
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.
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.
If I did not order shirts, but decide later I want them, can I still get them? A limited supply of 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.
When will my canvas be ready? Your canvas will be ready for you to take home the day of the event! Once your paint dries, you are free to take your masterpiece home with you.
Is there a limit to the number of family and friends who can attend? No, the more the merrier!
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 to attend so we can have an idea of when we will be welcoming you to campus.
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 in advance 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) and space is available, you can pay at registration upon arrival.
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 Baymont Inn
Hilton Garden Inn
2122 Holiday Lane Franklin, IN 46131 (317) 736-0480
12210 N. Executive Dr. Edinburgh, IN 46124 (812) 526-8600
Quality Inn
Hampton Inn
150 Lover’s Lane Franklin, IN 46131 (317) 346-6444
12161 N. US 31 Edinburgh, IN 46124 (812) 526-5100
The Ashley Drake B&B
Holiday Inn Express
668 East Jefferson Street Franklin, IN 46131 (317) 736-0199
12225 North Executive Dr. Edinburgh, IN 46124 812-526-4919
Jameson Inn – Indy South Location
Candlewood Suites Greenwood
4402 E. Creek View Rd. Indianapolis, Indiana 46237 (317) 784-7006
1190 North Graham Road Greenwood, IN 46143 (317) 882-4300
Indianapolis Marriott Downtown
Holiday Inn Express & Suites
350 West Maryland Street Indianapolis, IN 46225 USA (317) 822-3500
1180 Wilson Dr. Greenwood, IN 46143 (317) 881-0600
Hilton Indianapolis
Hilton Garden Inn
120 West Market Street Indianapolis, IN 46204 USA (317) 972-0600
5255 Noggle Way Indianapolis, IN 46237 (317) 888-4814
Hampton Inn Downtown – Indianapolis
The Flying Frog Bed & Breakfast
105. S. Meridian Street Indianapolis, IN 46225 USA (317) 261-1200
396 North Main Street Franklin, Indiana 46131 (317) 697-3212
Courtyard Indianapolis at the Capitol 320 North Senate Avenue Indianapolis, Indiana 46204 (317) 684-7733
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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). Turn west (southbound travelers turn right; northbound travelers turn left) onto State Road 44 and follow it through two stoplights to the flashing red light at Forsythe Street. Turn left (south). Go one block to the next 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 Interestate 70 (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 Interestate 70 (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 US 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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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Friday, March 16 5 - 8 P.M. Check-In 6 P.M.
Nerdology Game Show
NAPOLITAN STUDENT CENTER, JOHNSON ATRIUM NAPOLITAN STUDENT CENTER, BRANIGIN ROOM
Think you know a lot about a lot? Are you the one who always seems to have the answers to your friends’ questions about Franklin College and pop-culture? Then compete with your family as a team and come for the infectiously fun show, Nerdology! Come play! Win prizes! Test your knowledge! 7 - 9:30 P.M.
Mexican Buffet NAPOLITAN STUDENT CENTER, DINING ROOM
7 - 10 P.M. Family Weekend Festival
NAPOLITAN STUDENT CENTER
Come on out to the Family Weekend Coffee Shop, grab some hot chocolate or coffee, and listen to some live entertainment by Franklin College students. Enjoy some carnival games in the atrium and euchre and bingo in the dining area. Plenty of fun prizes! 8 P.M.
Round and Round the Garden
THEATRE MARGOT
Tired of waiting for her neighbor Tom to sweep her off her feet, Annie plans a secret weekend tryst with her brother-in-law, Norman. Her brother, Reg, and his wife, Sarah, arrive to care for their mother. Norman appears and has to pretend he’s come to visit. When Norman’s wife also comes to visit Mother and Tom stops by, complications and misunderstandings pile up in this modern face. $12 general admission; $8 students and seniors (over 55); Free with valid Franklin College ID.
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Saturday, March 17 9:30 A.M. - 4.P.M.
Grizzly Café Open
NAPOLITAN STUDENT CENTER, FIRST FLOOR
10 A.M. - NOON
Check-In NAPOLITAN STUDENT CENTER, JOHNSON ATRIUM
10 A.M. – 5 P.M.
Grizzly Hunt
AROUND CAMPUS
Spot a mini-grizzly on campus? Take it and bring it to Casino Night for an extra raffle ticket for some amazing prizes! 11 A.M. - 1 P.M. Family Weekend Brunch with President Minar and Dr. Becker 11 A.M. – 3 P.M. NOON
DIETZ CENTER DINING ROOM
Bookstore Open NAPOLITAN STUDENT CENTER, GROUND FLOOR DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN
Explore Downtown Franklin
Visit participating local businesses in Franklin, Indiana for a chance to win some amazing gift baskets! 1 P.M.
Baseball v. Capital
1 P.M.
Tennis v. Thomas More
12:30 - 4:30 PM.
Paint Your Own Canvas
GRIZZLY PARK GRIZZLY PARK
STUDENT DINING ROOM
Feeling crafty? Enjoy a painting lesson and leave with your newly painted masterpiece! This event is limited to the first 200 people who register. 2 P.M. Anatomy of a Murder ARTCRAFT THEATRE - DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN This film is Not Rated. For more information about Anatomy of a Murder, please visit http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0052561/. 3:30 P.M. – 5 P.M.
Flavor of Franklin
SC ATRIUM, DINING ROOM & GAMES AREA
Enjoy some snacks before dinner time! Several local businesses will provide free hors d’oeuvres. The amount of free samples may be limited. 3 P.M.
Baseball v. Capital
7 - 10 P.M. Casino Night and Photo Booth
GRIZZLY PARK NAPOLITAN STUDENT CENTER BRANIGIN ROOM
Come on out to everyone’s favorite Family Weekend event: Casino Night! We’ll have craps, roulette, poker, blackjack, and bingo. Participate in the free casino games for your chance to win some amazing prizes! Snacks will be provided. 8 P.M. Round and Round the Garden THEATRE MARGOT See prior description.
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CAMPUS MAP
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