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Family Weekend 2012 Schedule of Events

Events and times listed are tentative and subject to change.

  • Friday, September 21

  • Saturday, September 22

  • Sunday, September 23

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    Bookstore Hours

    Missouri State Bookstore, 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM

    Visit the Bookstore during Family Weekend for 20% off BearWear and souvenirs!
    (No other discounts apply.  Not valid with any other offer.  Not applicable on items already purchased.)

     

    Totally Red (Children's Musical)

    Craig Hall Balcony Theater (2nd floor), 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

    The children’s musical Totally RED! features Red Riding Hood and the wolf as you’ve never seen them! The familiar story of wit and deception is retold in several styles, ranging from storybook to melodrama, 1680s Elizabethan to 1980s hip-hop and American musical genres. With a street-smart heroine and a ravenous poser on the loose, this humorous new twist on the beloved fairy tale is anything but Grimm!

    Tickets are $14 for adults, $12 for students and seniors, and $8 in advance with a Missouri State BearPass (student ID).  Please see our Ticket and Registration Information page for ordering instructions.

     

    Rock 'N Bowl 

    Level 1 Games Center (1st floor of Plaster Student Union), 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM

    Bring your family to Level 1 Games Center and enjoy free glow-in-the-dark bowling, billiards, ping-pong, foosball and Nintendo Wii gaming while listening to current hits.

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    Bookstore Hours

    Missouri State Bookstore, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    Visit the Bookstore during Family Weekend for 20% off BearWear and souvenirs!
    (No other discounts apply.  Not valid with any other offer.  Not applicable on items already purchased.)

     

    BearFest Village

    Grand Street Parking Lots, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    Immerse yourself in Missouri State school spirit at the traditional pregame tailgate referred to as BearFest Village.  Be ready to have some fun as we get pumped up for Bears football!  Bearfest Village is located in parking lots 22 and 24 on Grand Street directly south of Plaster Sports Complex.

     

    Blanket Making at Bearfest Village

    Family Association Tent at BearFest Village, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Get involved in Missouri State's public affairs mission by helping assemble blankets for Isabel's House, a local non-profit that combats child abuse and neglect.  Students and families can help make as many blankets as they like while meeting others and benefiting the community! 

    Campus Resource Fair

    Plaster Student Union 2nd Floor, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

    Find out more about campus services available to your student and you during this information fair.  Enjoy some light hors d'oeuvres and snacks while you speak with department representatives.  The following departments will be available so bring your questions and curiosity!

    • Alumni Association
    • BearCLAW (Center for Learning and Writing)
    • Campus Recreation
    • Career Center
    • Center for Leadership and Volunteerism
    • Citizenship and Service-Learning (CASL)
    • Commerce Bank
    • Dining Services
    • Financial Aid
    • Level 1 Games Center
    • Multicultural Student Services
    • Student Employment
    • Study Away
    • Taylor Health and Wellness

     

    Bears Football versus Southern Illinois

    Plaster Sports Complex, 1:00 PM

    Cheer the Bears on to victory as they take on the Southern Illinois Salukis at the Plaster Sports Complex!

    Family members can purchase discounted tickets for reserved bleacher seats for $5.  Please see our Ticket and Registration Information page for ordering instructions.

     

    Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG) Panel and Discussion Group

    Plaster Student Union 315, 6:30 - 7:30 PM

    Join the Springfield chapter of PFLAG's co-presidents Kathy and Jeff Munzinger for a safe and welcoming discussion on supporting students who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, or questioning (LGBTQ).  Participants are welcome to contribute to the discussion or simply observe and gather information. Refreshments will be provided. 

     

    SAC Movie: Disney-Pixar's Brave

    Plaster Student Union Theater, 7:00 PM

    Merida, a skilled archer and strong-willed princess, defies a long-held custom of her clan when she refuses to participate in an arranged wedding with a prince.  Her actions inadvertently unleash chaos and fury in the kingdom, and when she turns to a reclusive witch for help she is granted a wish that has unanticipated repercussions. Merida must discover the meaning of true bravery in order to undo a beastly curse--before it's too late.

    The Missouri State Student Activities Council invites all students, families and friends to attend this free PG film.

     

     

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    Bookstore Hours

    Missouri State Bookstore, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    Visit the Bookstore during Family Weekend for 20% off BearWear and souvenirs!
    (No other discounts apply.  Not valid with any other offer.  Not applicable on items already purchased.)

     

    Sunday Brunch

    Blair-Shannon Dining Center and Garst Dining Center, 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

    Join us for a delicious meal in our newly renovated dining centers!  Parents of students with meal plans can eat free; meals are $5.50 per person for siblings and family members of students without meal plans. Children under 4 eat free.

     

    Foster Recreation Center Tours

    Foster Recreation Center, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    Be some of the first family members to tour Missouri State's newest addition--the Foster Recreation Center!  This state-of-the-art facility includes an indoor jogging track, three basketball courts, a fitness center, a rock climbing wall, a 7,000 square-foot recreational pool, and numerous pieces of fitness equipment with flat panel TVs in view.  Allow an FRC employee to give you a full tour!  Tours will provided to small groups as needed.

     

    Work Out with Your Student!

    Foster Recreation Center, 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    Want to get in some exercise, play a game, or take a quick swim? Visit Foster Recreation Center and take advantage of the brand-new facility!  Family members will be admitted free on Sunday, September 23 when accompanied by their Missouri State student.

     

    Family Weekend Golf Scramble

    Horton Smith Golf Course, 10:00 AM

    Campus Recreation is proud to sponsor the Family Weekend Golf Scramble, a 9-hole game, at Horton Smith Golf Course.  Two person teams can register to compete for $55 (per team), and prizes will be awarded to the overall winner!  The deadline to register isThursday, September 20 at 5:00 PM.  

    Please see our Ticket and Registration Information page for registration instructions and our Parking and Directions page for directions to Horton Smith.

     

    Rock Climbing Wall and Aquatics Center

    Foster Recreation Center, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    Looking for a bit of a challenge during your weekend?  Try scaling our indoor rock climbing wall--we dare you to reach the top!  Check out our Climbing Wall page for more information.

    Maybe you're more interested in relaxing.  With water warmed to 85-86 degrees, underwater bench seating with hydrotherapy back jets, and a water-current channel for floating, our new Aquatics Center should help you do just that.  Bring your swimsuit!

    Family members will be admitted to the FRC free on Sunday, September 23 when accompanied by their Missouri State student.

     

    SAC Movie: Disney-Pixar's Brave

    Plaster Student Union Theater, 7:00 PM

    Merida, a skilled archer and strong-willed princess, defies a long-held custom of her clan when she refuses to participate in an arranged wedding with a prince.  Her actions inadvertently unleash chaos and fury in the kingdom, and when she turns to a reclusive witch for help she is granted a wish that has unanticipated repercussions. Merida must discover the meaning of true bravery in order to undo a beastly curse--before it's too late.

    The Missouri State Student Activities Council invites all students, families and friends to attend this free PG film.

     

    Totally Red (Children's Musical)

    Craig Hall Balcony Theater (2nd floor), 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

    The children’s musical Totally RED! features Red Riding Hood and the wolf as you’ve never seen them! The familiar story of wit and deception is retold in several styles, ranging from storybook to melodrama, 1680s Elizabethan to 1980s hip-hop and American musical genres. With a street-smart heroine and a ravenous poser on the loose, this humorous new twist on the beloved fairy tale is anything but Grimm!

    Tickets are $14 for adults, $12 for students and seniors, and $8 in advance with a Missouri State BearPass (student ID).  Please see our Ticket and Registration Information page for ordering instructions.

     

    Local Worship Services

    Springfield has a wide variety of houses of worship available.  The list below contains a sample of nearby locations offering worship services on Sunday.

    • Saint Agnes Cathedral
      533 South Jefferson Ave
      Springfield, MO
      (417) 831-3565
      Service Times-- 7:00am, 8:30am, 11:30am, or 5:00pm
    • Cornerstone Church
      1701 South Fort Ave
      Springfield, MO
      (417) 831-7242
      Service Time—9:30am