Family and Friends Weekend October 30 - November 1, 2015

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Family and Friends Weekend! It is with great pleasure that we cordially invite you to our annual Family and Friends Weekend, October 30 - November 1, 2015. We have a great weekend planned, so be sure to come and take advantage of our beautiful campus. There are many activities and events listed in detail on the following pages. Parking lots will be open for your convenience on Friday after 3 p.m. and all day Saturday and Sunday.

Friday night “Dueling Pianos” Sing-Along Entertainment Come out and join in on a fun filled night loaded with music, dancing, and comedy.

Saturday Be sure to head down to the fields to cheer on the Monarch football team as they compete against Albright College. Also, men’s and women’s swimming will be in action. Admission to the games is free to students, their families, and friends. Later that night will be BINGO—our traditional crowd favorite! Faculty, staff, and students serve as callers for the various games! Please make sure to reserve your place early. We hope that you will be able to join the King’s family for an enjoyable weekend. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call us at (570) 208-5966.

Friday, October 30, 2015 Women’s Volleyball • 6 p.m. Vs. Keystone, Gymnasium, Scandlon Center

8 p.m. “Dueling Pianos” Sing-Along Entertainment Sheehy-Farmer Campus Center, Third Floor

“Dueling Pianos” consists of high energy, all request, rock n roll, sing-along, clapalong comedy that makes the audience feel just as much a part of the performace as the piano players. Their award winning performance, incorporating costumes, improvision, and audience participation has entertained the King’s community the last two years. We are excited to have them perform again this year! The Dueling Pianos will not only fill you with song, but will make you get on your feet and be a part of the show.

Saturday, October 31, 2015 Monarch Market • 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sheehy-Farmer Campus Center, First Floor

Shopping for King’s Clothing and More! Come shop at the fair and support campus clubs and organizations.

Caricaturist Get a free caricature done to remember the weekend!

Chair Massages Relax with a chair massage—a popular event with students that family and friends are sure to enjoy.

Study Abroad Program Information Session 11 a.m. At 11 a.m. join the director of the King’s Study Abroad program, along with students and faculty who have recently participated in educational programs abroad, for a brief presentation on international study and internship options available to students for credit through King’s. From 11:30 a.m -12:00 p.m. learn what it is like to study abroad from the perspective of the students who have lived this experience. This presentation will be followed by a Question and Answer Session from 12 -12:30 p.m. Everyone is invited! Sheehy-Farmer Campus Center First Floor,Widmann Gallery

Brunch • 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Everyone is invited to an all you can eat brunch buffet. Family members $8. Students can use their meal plan. Tickets are to be purchased at the door. Sheehy-Farmer Campus Center, Marketplace, Second Floor

Saturday, October 31, 2015 Women’s & Men’s Swimming • 1 p.m. Vs. Cabrini, Scandlon Center

Monarch Football • 1 p.m. Vs. Albright College. Students with a King’s College ID may bring family members free of charge. The Robert L. Betzler Complex, McCarthy Stadium For directions visit www.k ings.edu/Directions/index.html and c lic k on the “Campus To Betzler Fields Map”.

Vigil Mass for Sunday 4:30 p.m. Mass for family and friends will be celebrated following the conclusion of the football game. All are welcome. J. Carroll McCormick Campus Ministry Center, Chapel of Christ the King

BINGO • 8 p.m. Bring your entire family and friends and enjoy a fun filled event with prizes. Snacks and beverages will be provided. Due to a limited amount of seating, make your reservations early. $5 per person. Include payment for your family members and student. Sheehy-Farmer Campus Center,Third Floor

Sunday, November 1, 2015 Brunch • 10 a.m. Enjoy an all you can eat brunch before you head back home. Family members $8. Students can use their meal plan. Tickets are to be purchased at the door. Sheehy-Farmer Campus Center, Marketplace, Second Floor

Liturgy • 11 a.m. Members of the King’s Community of all religious traditions are welcome to pray in word and song. J. Carroll McCormick Campus Ministry Center, Chapel of Christ the King

Wilkes-Barre Hotel Accommodations Please identify yourself as a King’s parent when reserving a room. The following rates are based on double occupancy and do not include tax. Rates are subject to change so confirm pricing when making your reservations. Hotel Holiday Inn, Wilkes-Barre 600 Wildflower Drive

Room Rate $99.00

Telephone (570) 822-1011

Hampton Inn and Suites $109.00 (570) 824-1005 876 Schechter Drive Hilton Garden Inn 242 Highland Park Blvd.

$104.00

(570) 820-8595

The Holiday Inn Express Route 315

$85.00

(570) 825-3838

The Host Inn 860 Kidder Street

$85.00

(570) 270-4678

Fairfield Inn 884 Kidder Street

$89.00

(570) 208-4455

Mariott Courtyard 89 Schechter Drive

$99.00

(570) 235-6700

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Student’s Class: (please circle) First Year Sophomore Junior Senior

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Family/Friend Name(s):______________________

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______________________________________________ After we receive your reservation, your son/daughter will be contacted through their campus e-mail to pick up their tickets in Campus Activities.

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Due to a limited amount of seating, reservations must be made. Please include your son/daughter. Please do not iinclude payment for brunch.Tickets are purchased at the door.

Saturday, BINGO

Friday, “Dueling Pianos” (Free admission) Number of attendees _____

Please mail your reservation by Friday, October 23, 2015 to King’s College Family and Friends Weekend Office of Campus Activities 133 North River Street Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711

Reservation form for Family and Friends Weekend