Friday, November 2, 2012

Events are subject to change. Please check back.

Registration / Check In

4:30PM – 8PM

Centennial Student Union South Entrance — Free Parking in Visitor Lot.

During your visit, stop by the info table for info about Family Weekend and to collect resources on a variety of topics. Also, be sure to get your Family Weekend button to receive free or discounted admission at most events!

5PM – 11:30PM

FREE Cosmic Bowling and Billiards
Maverick Bullpen, lower level of the Centennial Student Union

You can sign up for one hour blocks of game time starting 15 minutes before each hour. For example, at 4:45pm you can sign up to play from 5-6pm. To allow for everyone a chance to enjoy the games, you cannot sign up for consecutive game times.

5PM

Stomper’s Cinema - Brave
Ostrander Auditorium, Centennial Student Union

Determined to make her own path in life, Princess Merida defies a custom that brings chaos to her kingdom. Granted one wish, Merida must rely on her bravery and her archery skills to undo a beastly curse.

6PM – 9PM

Otto Recreation Center
Open Recreation time.

7PM

Mavericks hockey vs. U of M Gophers, viewing party
Ostrander Auditorium, Centennial Student Union

Just because the game is in the Twin Cities doesn't mean we don't want to cheer on our Mavericks. Join in the fun on campus!

8PM

Illusionist Leon Etienne
Taylor Center, Bresnan Arena

Illusionist Leon Etienne brings to the stage a spectacular theatrical magic production and takes his audience on a journey filled with dramatic illusions, personality, and state-of-the-art theatrical effects. In the world of magic, manipulation is often thought of as one of the most difficult skill sets to master. Featured in every performance is Leon's amazing signature award-winning manipulation act. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. FREE. FIND OUT MORE

8PM – 10PM

Star Gazing at Andreas Observatory

See the universe like you've never seen it before - and learn something new about the expanses of space! Park your vehicle on the south end of Lot 1 (by Gage Towers). You can reach the observatory by a short walk south on the gravel road from lot 1 behind Gage Residence Hall.

Saturday, November 3, 2012

Registration / Check In

8:30AM – 2PM

Centennial Student Union South Entrance — Free Parking in Visitor Lot.

During your visit, stop by the info table for info about Family Weekend and to collect resources on a variety of topics. Also, be sure to get your Family Weekend button to receive free or discounted admission at most events! If you come after 2PM, the table will not be staffed but don’t worry – you can still pick up your button and information.

8:45AM

Family Weekend Stomper Sprint
Behind Gage Complex

Calling all kids! Join us for your own Fun Run around our brand new outdoor track! Ages 1 – 4: 100 meter run; Ages 5 – 12: 400 meter run (1 lap). No need to preregister. Meet at the entrance to the track (right next to the start of the 5K) by 8:40. If we have enough kids, we’ll do separate heats for ages 5 – 12.

9AM

Family Weekend 5k Fun Run/Walk
Behind Gage Complex

Join us for a FREE non-competitive 5k fun run/walk on our new paved fitness trail south of Gage. You must register before October 19th to be eligible for a t-shirt (first 200 people only). To register, call Campus Recreation at 507-389-3249. Registration limited to Minnesota State Mankato students, faculty and staff, and their families. We welcome “Day Of” registrations as well (extra t-shirts MAY be available, but not guaranteed). Waivers will be distributed the morning of the event and will need to be completed for participation. Refreshments will be provided at the finish line. An email will be sent out to all registrants the week of October 29th.

9:30AM – 10:15AM

College of Education Family Weekend
Hearth Lounge, lower level of the Centennial Student Union.

This event is for Dean's List recipients and new students to the College of Education. For information, contact Jerrad Aspelund at 507-389-5478.

10AM – 11AM

College of Business Dean's List reception
CSU 253-254-255

10AM – 2PM

Family Fun Carnival
Myers Fieldhouse

Enjoy games with and for the family, brought to you in part by the RHA. The weather outside may be frightful, but that shouldn't stop us from playing inside!

10AM – 4PM

Free Rock Climbing
Myers Fieldhouse

Take a try at Minnesota State Mankato's new climbing wall. Trained personnel will be on hand to help you scale and climb to new heights.

10:30AM – 2:30PM

Story Time and Arts & Crafts
Educational Resource Center (ERC) of the Memorial Library.

The College of Education will present this activity.

10:30AM

Legacy Breakfast
Centennial Student Union Ballroom (watch for signs)

The Office of Alumni Relations presents this breakfast for students who have family members who are alums of Minnesota State University, Mankato. Invitations will be sent to Legacy Families. If you have not received an invitation, please contact the Alumni Office at 507-389-3235 or events@mnsu.edu. An RSVP is required.

11AM – 7PM

Otto Recreation Center
Open Recreation time.

11AM – 12PM

Memorial Library Open House and Tours

Brief tours highlighting the different library services and resources available to support research and learning on the Minnesota State Mankato campus.

12PM – 11:30PM

FREE Cosmic Bowling and Billiards
Maverick Bullpen, lower level of the Centennial Student Union

You can sign up for one hour blocks of game time starting 15 minutes before each hour. For example, at 4:45 you can sign up to play from 5-6pm. To allow for everyone a chance to enjoy the games, you cannot sign up for consecutive game times.

12PM

Stomper’s Cinema - Brave
Ostrander Auditorium, Centennial Student Union

Determined to make her own path in life, Princess Merida defies a custom that brings chaos to her kingdom. Granted one wish, Merida must rely on her bravery and her archery skills to undo a beastly curse.

1PM

Minnesota State Mankato Men's Football vs University of Sioux Falls
Blakeslee Stadium

General admission cost with Family Weekend button is $5 for adults (normally $10) and FREE for youth ages 17 and under (normally $5). Current MSU students get in free with MavCard.

2PM – 4PM

Free open swimming in the Highland Center pool

2PM

Stomper’s Cinema - Brave
Ostrander Auditorium, Centennial Student Union

See earlier listing for details.

4PM & 5:30PM

ToeFu Panda
Elias J. Halling Recital Hall, Earley Center for Performing Arts

Minnesota State Mankato’s own comedy improv group! Fun for the whole family. And did we mention, it's FREE?

5:30 PM
Catholic Mavs Saturday Night Mass
Join Fr. Tim Biren and the St. Thomas More Catholic Newman Center as we celebrate the Sunday anticipatory mass on Saturday in Ostrander Auditorium of the Centennial Student Union.  As a recognized student organization on campus, the Catholic Mavs provides numerous daily and weekly opportunities for students.  Come and learn about all the possibilities!

7:07 PM
Mavericks hockey vs. U of M Gophers
Verizon Wireless Center, downtown Mankato. Limited tickets available; contact the Verizon Wireless Center.

8:00 PM  
Stomper’s Cinema - Brave
Ostrander Auditorium, Centennial Student Union
See earlier listing for details.

9:00 PM – Midnight
Mavericks After Dark (theme is Super Heroes!)
Lower Level, Centennial Student Union
Close out the night with a Mavericks After Dark.

Sunday, November 4, 2012

11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Gamma Phi Beta's Crescent Classic French Toast Feed 2012
Hosanna Highland Church, 329 Ellis Ave.
All you cab eat french toast, eggs, and bacon! Ticket are $5 presale or $7 at the door! All proceeds go to Campfire USA. Tickets available from any Gamma Phi Beta.

General Information (to be confirmed)

Parking and Directions

Free parking available in the Visitor Lot next to the Centennial Student Union beginning at NOON Friday, and any gold, purple or green lot starting at 4PM on Friday, November 2.  Click here for parking map and directions to campus.

Otto Recreation Center Hours   

Free access for our Family Weekend Guests. Open Gym, Walking/Jogging Track, Weight Room, Cardio Area and Racquetball Courts. No minors in Weight Room or Cardio Area.
Friday: 6 - 9PM
Saturday: 11AM - 7PM
Sunday: 1 - 6PM

Open Swim in Highland Center Pool
Saturday and Sunday: 2-4pm
Bring your own towel. Lifeguard will be present.

Bookstore Hours   

                Friday, November 2, 7:45AM – 4PM
                Saturday, November 3, 9AM – 5PM

Memorial Library Hours   

                Friday, November 2, 7:30AM – 7PM
                Saturday, November 3, 10AM – 6PM
                Sunday, November 4, 1PM –2AM

Campus Dining Options   
                               

	Friday, November 2	Saturday, November 3	Sunday, November 4
Carkoski
Carkoski Commons	7:00am-11:00am 11:00am-4:00pm 4:00pm-7:00pm	10:00am-1:00pm 4:30pm-7:00pm	10:00am-1:00pm 4:30pm-8:00pm
Chet's Place	10:00am-4:00pm 7:00pm-12:00am	7:00pm-12:00am	7:00pm-12:00am
Wissink
Café a la Carte	7:30am-2:30pm	Closed	Closed
Myers
Myers Marketplace	7:00am-2:00pm	Closed	Closed
Sears
Sears	7:00am-4:00pm 7:00pm-12:00am	7:00pm-12:00am	7:00pm-12:00am
CSU
Jazzman's Café	7:00am-12:00am	10:30am-12:00am	10:30am-12:00pm
Upper MavAve	7:00am-3:00pm	10:30am-7:00pm	11:00am-7:00pm
Grill 155	7:00am-3:00pm	11:00am-1:00pm	Closed
Noodles and Greens	8:00am-3:00pm	11:00am-1:00pm	Closed
Chick-Fil-A	8:00am-3:00pm	11:00am-1:00pm	Closed
Stacks	10:30am-3:00pm	10:30am-7:00pm	Closed
Taco Bell	10:30am-3:00pm	10:30am-7:00pm	11:00am-7:00pm
La Vancita	10:30am-10:00pm	Closed	Closed