Family Weekend

Family Weekend is a wonderful time to connect with your student and the entire college community. Registration for this year is now closed.

Check out the full schedule below or view / print the schedule here.

2012 Family Weekend schedule

Friday, November 2, 2012

4 - 7 p.m. Check-in and information packet pickup

Harold and Eva White Activities Center front desk

Pick up everything you need for a great weekend, including schedule information, pre-purchased tickets, downtown Naperville discounts and information about local worship locations.

5 - 7 p.m. Dinner on your own

Take advantage of the special offers provided by local restaurants. Offers will be distributed in Family Weekend packets, so be sure to register.

5:30 - 8:15 p.m. Parents Reception

Meiley-Swallow Hall Gallery

All parents are invited to attend an evening of networking and entertainment. Information about the newly created parents program will be shared. Heavy hors d'oeuvres and refreshments will be provided followed by a sneak preview of songs performed by cast members of "Kiss Me Kate." R.S.V.P. to Robin Johnson at 630-637-5206 or development@noctrl.edu by October 26, 2012.

7 p.m. The Union

129 W. Benton Ave.

North Central’s student-run “venue for social change" will present the vocal prowess of a few great women, including two noted singer-songwriters on this special Ladies Night. Off stage, we'll be celebrating both men and women by having some great specials in our café you won’t want to miss. Come enjoy a great night of music with your family and friends at The Union.

8 - 11 p.m. Recess Games

Residence Hall/Recreation Center

Bring the family and play or watch childhood game favorites, such as kickball, dodgeball and foursquare, while enjoying some throwback snacks! Sponsored by Residence Life and RecSports.

10:30 p.m. “Awkward Family Gatherings”: A Sketch Comedy Revue

Meiley-Swallow Hall Theatre

Local comedy troupe Acid Reflux and North Central’s The Company team up to present this brand-new hilarious sketch revue! Everyone has been to that awkward family party or been forced to watch “Bridesmaids“ with their grandparents. Starring an all-star cast of North Central College theatre students, Acid Reflex has performed at some of the nation's biggest festivals. Join the troupe in celebrating those awkward moments in this all-original show. Tickets are $10 to the public but mention "Family Weekend" and gain admission for half-price! www.AcidRefluxComedy.com

Saturday, November 3, 2012

9 a.m. - noon Check-in and information packet pickup

Harold and Eva White Activities Center front desk

Pick up everything you need for a great weekend, including schedule information, pre-purchased tickets, downtown Naperville discounts and information about local worship locations.

10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Art Galleries Open for Viewing

Oesterle Library Gallery - "Domingo Parada: New Work" by Domingo Parada

Schoenherr Gallery, Wentz Concert Hall and Fine Arts Center - "Immortality 10,000 Years" by Lee Benson

11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Meet Our Staff

Cardinal Room, Merner Field House

Your student is likely involved in numerous activities outside the classroom. Take this opportunity to meet the staff advisors and mentors who shape your student's college experience. Put a face with the name you may have heard about in Residence Life, Student Involvement, Ministry and Service, Multicultural Affairs, Commuter Life, the Premier Program and the Dean of Students Office. Stop by to say hello, grab a snack and have a chance to win some North Central gear! (Raffles will take palce on the half hour.)

11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Library Open House

Oesterle Library

Take a stroll around the library and enjoy the various exhibits on display this fall. They include:

Banned Books Week, Constitution Day and National Freedom of Speech Week
Community Publications exhibit; books and articles recently published by North Central's own faculty members
Global Human Rights: Global Health and Food

Trolley Tours of Naperville

Wentz Concert Hall and Fine Arts Center

Enjoy a scenic tour of DuPage County’s oldest city, including the historic district and Downtown Naperville. Trolley tours depart from the Wentz Concert Hall and Fine Arts Center at 11 a.m., 11:30 a.m., noon and 12:30 p.m.

WONC-FM 89.1 Open House

Oliver Hall

Take a tour and listen to the sounds of North Central's nationally recognized and Marconi Award-winning radio station, WONC-FM 89.1 FM. WONC broadcasts from its own state-of-the-art facility in Oliver Hall, at 232 E. Chicago Ave.

11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Cardinal Fan Fest

Championship Plaza

Join the Cardinal Fan Fest before the football game. Enjoy festivities on Championship Plaza complete with food, giveaways, a photo booth, bags tournament and music by our very own Pep Band.

1 p.m. Football game

Benedetti-Wehrli Stadium

Come and watch the North Central Cardinals as they face Wheaton College in the annual Battle for the Little Brass Bell. Join the College Union Activities Board’s “Cardinal Crazy” student fan section in cheering on the Cardinals! Tickets are required.

4:30 – 7 p.m. Family Dinner

Harold and Eva White Activities Center, Centennial Hall

After the game, come and enjoy a nice and relaxing dinner with your family. Meals will be served family style in two seatings. Please preference either a 4:30 p.m. or 6 p.m. seating. Reservations are required; tickets are $10/person.

7:30 p.m. “Awkward Family Gatherings”: A Sketch Comedy Revue

Meiley-Swallow Hall Theatre

8 - 10 p.m. CUAB Presents Mentalist Chris Carter

Wentz Concert Hall

Christopher Carter is recognized as one of the world’s greatest mind-readers. But he’s not psychic. He’s simply an incredibly skilled observer of human behavior. Starting at age 8, when an uncle allowed him to sit in on a poker game, Carter began to realize that people broadcast their thoughts in ways beyond words. This led to a lifelong interest in nonverbal communication and “people reading.”

Sunday, November 4, 2012

Sunday Morning Worship Services

Families are encouraged to worship together at one of many local churches. For options and details refer to the list provided during check-in. For an on-campus option, visit Community Christian Church in Wentz Concert Hall at 10 a.m. Also, a group will walk to Community United Methodist Church for the 11 a.m. service and another group meeting in the White Activities Center at 10:30 a.m.

Morton Arboretum

Morton Arboretum has acquired trees and plants from around the world for study, display, research, and propagation. It offers the beauty and uniqueness of nature near Naperville. Connect with nature and your family with a peaceful walk to enjoy the fall colors. The grounds open at 7 a.m. with the Visitor Center opening at 9 a.m. Admission to the Arboretum is $12/adults, $11/senior citzens and $9/chilren ages 2-17.

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Brunch

Kaufman Dining Hall

Enjoy Sunday brunch with your North Central College student as you begin a relaxing afternoon in Naperville. Reservations are required.

Hotel accommodations

Click here for a list of partner hotels that offer a special College rate (mention North Central College when making your reservations).

Parking

Parking near Benedetti-Wehrli Stadium for Family Weekend events is limited. Street parking is located north of Chicago Avenue. Please obey all posted parking restrictions. North Central College-permitted parking lots are available for use, except the lower Highland lot, which is for Res/Rec residents only. We encourage Family Weekend guests to park in all the campus parking lots north of Chicago Avenue.