Family Weekend

14th Annual - November 9-11, 2012

All families affiliated with the University community are invited to come to campus for Family Weekend.

Registration

To register you may call 920-465-2400, fill out the form on the brochure, or simply print the registration form (PDF) and mail in with payment by October 26, 2012.

University Ticketing Services – Family Weekend
2420 Nicolet Drive
Green Bay, WI 54311-7001

A confirmation of your Family Weekend registration will be sent via email. If an email address is not provided, then a confirmation will be sent to the UWGB student’s campus email account.

*Please Note: Because we are purchasing your tickets on your behalf from outside organizations, we cannot refund the tickets you purchase.

If you have a question or would like to request special accommodations, please contact the University Ticketing and Information Center at 1.800.328.TKTS or 920.465.2217

Schedule of Events

Please check out the list of activities happening on campus the weekend of November 9th - 11th.

Friday, November 9, 2012

4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Check in at the Welcome Table
Your packet of information will be located adjacent to the University Ticketing and Information Center, University Union.

8:00 am – 6:00 pm
The Phoenix Bookstore
Look for the 20% discount coupon in your check-in packet.

6:30 pm + 9:05 pm
CheapSeats Movie Series: Brave
Christie Theater-University Union
$2 tickets and don't forget your refreshments.
The 9:05 movie has captions if available. Tickets may be purchased day of from Phoenix Club.

6:30 pm
Sushi Making *
Mauthe Center
Try your hand at making sushi, brought to you by the Office of International Education and the International Club Student Organization.

8:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Brian Bethke *
Coffee House-University Union
Wisconsin native Brian sings a folk/Americana country style of music. He was voted the Chippewa valleys best solo performer of the year. Come and check him out!

Saturday, November 10

9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Check in at the Welcome Table
Your packet of information will be located adjacent to the University Ticketing and Information Center, University Union.

8:00 am – 5:00 pm
The Phoenix Bookstore
Look for the 20% discount coupon in your check-in packet.

10:30 am, 11:15 am, 4:00 pm, or 4:30 pm
Lambeau Field Tour and the Packer Hall of Fame.
Costs Range $5 to $20. It's the only true retro-looking stadium in the entire league. The Lambeau Field Atrium is home to the Packers Pro Shop, the Hall of Fame, Curly's Pub, and more. Transportation to Lambeau is on your own.
Hall of Fame is open from 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Purchase tickets in advance by calling 920-465-2400, filling out the brochure, or by printing the PDF Family Weekend registration form and mailing it in with payment. Tickets will be in your check-in packet and NOT at the stadium. Your Hall of Fame ticket is good all day long. For Lambeau tours, you will be assigned a specific one-hour time slot. We will try to accommodate your first choice as best we can. Space is limited.

10:30 am – 1:00 pm
A'viand’s All You Can Eat Brunch
Leona Cloud Commons-University Union
$8.25 per adult and $5.25 per child (11 and under). Purchase tickets in advance by calling 920-465-2400, filling out the brochure, or by printing the PDF Family Weekend registration form and mailing it in with payment. Tickets will be in your check-in packet and NOT at the breakfast. Space is limited.

10:30 am – 1:00 pm
Arts and Crafts during Brunch*
Leona Cloud Commons-University Union
Fun for all ages, come enjoy projects you create and take home.

1:00 pm
Green Bay Men’s Basketball vs. Chicago State
Resch Center
$12 adults, $7 youth (18+ under), Free for UWGB Student. The Green Bay Athletics Department welcomes family members to the game. Transportation to the Resch is on your own.
Purchase tickets in advance by calling 920-465-2400, filling out the brochure, or by printing the PDF Family Weekend registration form and mailing it in with payment. Tickets will be in your check-in packet and NOT at the Kress. In order to sit as a family you must specify UWGB student for a ticket on the order form. Space is limited.

1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Pool Party and Open Gym Kress Events Center
Take this opportunity to splash around play some games or just float to relax; the pool is certainly large enough. If you do not want to get wet try the climbing wall or a pick up game in a gym.

1:30pm, 4:05pm, 6:30pm, 9:05 pm
CheapSeats Movie Series: Brave
Christie Theater-University Union
$2 tickets and don't forget your refreshments.
The 6:30 movie has captions if available. Tickets may be purchased day of from Phoenix Club.

7:00 pm
Comedy City *
Phoenix Rooms-University Union
Comedy City is celebrating its umpteen-year of entertaining Northeast Wisconsin with their unique brand of family-friendly improvisational comedy. Tonight's show is Free.

7:30 pm
The Green Bay Symphony Orchestra: A Night at the Movies!
Weidner Center for the Performing Arts
$20 adults, $8 for child (11 + under) and UWGB Student A night at the movies; an orchestral salute to the silver screen.
Purchase tickets in advance by calling 920-465-2400, filling out the brochure, or by printing the PDF Family Weekend registration form and mailing it in with payment. Tickets will be in your check-in packet and NOT at the Weidner. In order to sit as a family you must specify UWGB student for a ticket on the order form. Space is limited.

8:30 pm
Ice Cream and Bingo *
Phoenix Club-University Union
Take part in a Midwest staple Bingo with a chance to win fabulous prizes, while enjoying a sweet ice cream treat

Saturday afternoon activities overlap, so make sure to check times.

Sunday, November 11

11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Pancake and Porkies Breakfast
Mauthe Center
$7 for adults and $4 for children (11 + under). A popular event in which one can sit down read the paper and enjoy the morning. Brought to you by Circle K.
Purchase tickets in advance by calling 920-465-2400, filling out the brochure order form, or by printing the PDF Family Weekend registration form and mailing it in with payment. Tickets will be in your check in packet and NOT at the Mauthe Center. Space is limited.

1:30pm
CheapSeats Movie Series: Brave
Christie Theater-University Union
$2 tickets and don’t forget your refreshments.
Tickets may be purchased day of from Phoenix Club

Celebrate Veterans Day
A list of activities will be made available at the check in table; please stop by to learn more about what is happening in the Green Bay area.

Weekend

Friday – Sunday
Phoenix Club Family Pack
Phoenix Club-University Union
$10 for two hours of game time (pool, ping pong, air hockey, foosball, shuffleboard) a Hansen's pizza and four cans of soda. May be purchased day of in Phoenix Club.

Friday – Sunday
Kress Events Center Open*
Use the pass in your check-in packet to visit the facility for free! (A second pair of shoes is required)
Friday 6:30 am – 10 pm, Saturday 8 am – 6 pm, Sunday 1 pm – 8 pm

*All Family Weekend attendees are free to attend however spaces and supplies are limited

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Family Weekend?
November 9-11, 2012

Is Family Weekend the same as Parents Weekend?
Yes, at UW-Green Bay we encourage all members of the family to attend, not just parents.

Where do I park?
Parking on campus is free for Family Weekend. . Follow the Family Weekend signs to the parking lots.

What is the proper attire for Family Weekend?
Family Weekend events are casual attire.

I am a non-traditional student, will there be activities for my family too?
Yes, UW-Green Bay’s Family Weekend is designed with all types of families in mind.

The schedule looks very full, do I need to attend everything?
No, the Family Weekend schedule gives you the option to pick and choose what you want to attend. In addition to campus events, you may also want to explore the Green Bay community. At Registration you will be provided with information about restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and more.

How do I register for Family Weekend?
Registration forms were mailed out in September -- you may complete and return it with your payment check to: University Ticketing Services-Family Weekend, 2420 Nicolet Drive, Green Bay, WI 54311-7001.

Do I need to pay in advance?
It is strongly recommended that you reserve your space in advance to attend the events of your choice. For some events, tickets are limited. Many of the events are free.

I am traveling from out of the area. Can you recommend a hotel?
See the Hotel Information below.

If I have questions who can I contact?
If you have a question or would like to request special accommodations, please contact the University Ticketing and Information Center at 1.800.328.TKTS or 920.465.2217

Hotel Information

The University has reserved rooms for Family Weekend in the hotels listed below. When you make your reservation, please state that you are taking part in UW-Green Bay's Family Weekend in order to obtain these discounted prices. A credit card is required to hold your reservation. Be sure to make a note of your confirmation number and the hotel's cancellation policy when making your reservation.

Country Inn and Suites
850 Kepler Drive
Green Bay, WI 54311
920-288-0101
$79 single or double
Deadline: Oct. 19, 2012

Clarion Hotel
201 Main Street
Green Bay, WI 54301
920-437-5900
$60 single or double
Deadline: Oct. 19, 2012

AMERICINN of Green Bay East
2628 Manitowoc Road
Bellevue, WI 54311
920-964-0177
$89.90 plus tax double
Deadline: Oct. 10, 2012
*Pet-friendly rooms available ($20 fee)

Special Accommodations
If you have a question or would like to request special accommodations, please contact the University Ticketing and Information Center at 920.465.2400