REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Visit the Family Weekend website at FranklinCollege.edu/familyweekend.
2. Select “Register Now” link on the main page.
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!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Which events do I need to pay to attend?
The only events that have a cost are the Festival Dinner and the Saturday brunch. Each event is $8 per attendee, except for Franklin College students and guests under 5 years of age, who are free. Please be sure to register for the events you expect to attend, so we can plan accordingly.
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.
Is there a limit to the number of family and friends who can attend? No, the more the merrier!
I can only be there for one day. Can I still attend? Absolutely! Register for the events you plan to attend so we’ll have an idea of when to expect you.
If I did not select 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 expect to attend so we can 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 or brunch) and if space allows, you can sign up.
I have a question that is not answered in this brochure; whom should I contact?
Questions about Family Weekend can be directed to the Center for Student Engagement at 317.738.8096 or at ksejas@FranklinCollege.edu. The CSE is staffed from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Fridays.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Friday, March 13 5 - 8
6 - 8:30 P.M. FAMILY WEEKEND FESTIVAL
NAPOLITAN STUDENT CENTER
Join us for the annual Family Weekend Festival! Enjoy live music, make and take crafts, inflatables and more. We will also have BINGO, putt putt and other games to see which family can take home fabulous prizes and bragging rights!
8 P.M. THEATRE
PRODUCTION: CRUMBLE JOHNSON CENTER FOR FINE ARTS, THEATRE MARGOT (LAY ME DOWN, JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE)
Written by Sheila Callaghan; Directed by Rob Johansen
It’s Christmas, and a year has passed since the untimely death of Janice’s father. Struggling to cope, Janice is holding spiteful conversations with her dolls, and Mother is suffering from panic attacks, with only her baking skills to keep her busy. In their deteriorating apartment that incessantly begs for repairs, their only comforts are visitations from their respective celebrity crushes — Justin Timberlake and Harrison Ford. With the support of Justin’s affection, Janice begins to craft a plan that will mend the chasm in their lives. Meanwhile, the apartment is developing murderous plans of its own. Audience discretion for language.
Tickets are $8 for students and seniors, $12 for general admission and free to Franklin College Students with a valid student ID. Reservations can be made by email at tickets@ FranklinCollege.edu or by phone at 317.738.8029 or 800.852.0232, ext. 8029.
Saturday, March 14
10 A.M. INTERACTIVE MEDITATION
RICHARDSON CHAPEL
Start your day off right with a guided meditation for the whole family. Take a moment to slow down, relax, and explore mindfulness together. 10 A.M. –
NAPOLITAN STUDENT CENTER, JOHNSON ATRIUM
NAPOLITAN STUDENT CENTER, STUDENT DINING ROOM
Does your family have what it takes to become the scavenger hunt champions of Franklin? This hunt will take you across campus and test your FC knowledge. Winners will receive extra raffle tickets for Casino Night!
10 A.M. – 5 P.M. GRIZZLY HUNT
FRANKLIN COLLEGE CAMPUS
Spot a mini-grizzly on campus? Grab it and bring it to Casino Night to earn a raffle ticket for some amazing prizes! Only 5 bears per person may be found.
STUDENT CENTER, BASEMENT NOON - 5 P.M. 10PINS DUCKPIN BOWLING
27 WEST MONROE ST, FRANKLIN, IN 46131
Which family will get the highest score? Come enjoy duckpin bowling at 10pins and earn the title of FC’s best bowlers! 2 P.M. FAMILY TRIVIA
Does your family have what it takes to win trivia and take home awesome prizes? Show us what you got at this fun, interactive trivia like nothing you have seen before!
7 - 9 P.M. CASINO NIGHT
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.
AREA HOTELS AND ACCOMMODATIONS
The Ashley Drake B&B
668 East Jefferson Street Franklin, IN 46131
317.736.0199
Baymont Inn 2122 Holiday Lane Franklin, IN 46131
317.736.0480
Candlewood Suites Greenwood 1190 North Graham Road Greenwood, IN 46143
317.882.4300
Courtyard Indianapolis at the Capitol
320 North Senate Avenue Indianapolis, Indiana 46204
317.684.7733
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott
350 Paris Drive Franklin, IN 46131
317.739.3999
Hampton Inn 12161 North US 31 Edinburgh, IN 46124
812.526.5100
Hampton Inn Downtown — Indianapolis 105 South Meridian Street Indianapolis, IN 46225
317.261.1200
Hampton Inn of Franklin
361 Paris Drive Franklin, IN 46131
317.668.5080
Hilton Garden Inn 5255 Noggle Way Indianapolis, IN 46237
317.888.4814
Hilton Garden Inn 12210 North Executive Drive Edinburgh, IN 46124 812.526.8600
Hilton Indianapolis 120 West Market Street Indianapolis, IN 46204
317.972.0600
Holiday Inn Express 12225 North Executive Drive Edinburgh, IN 46124
812.526.4919 or 317.972.0600
Holiday Inn Express & Suites 1180 Wilson Drive Greenwood, IN 46143 317.881.0600
Indianapolis Marriott Downtown 350 West Maryland Street Indianapolis, IN 46225 USA 317.822.3500
Quality Inn 150 Lover’s Lane Franklin, IN 46131
317.346.6444
Jameson Inn – Indy South Location
4402 East Creek View Road
Indianapolis, Indiana 46237
317.784.7006
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.
