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Friday, October 19, 2012

6 - 8:30 p.m

Registration
Dana Center

Start here to pick up your registration packet, pre-ordered tickets, T-shirts, and Fun Run information. Also, view the weekend schedule including sports events and our dining menu display board.

8 p.m.


Abbey Players Present "We Are Young"
Dana Center Theater

The Anselmian Abbey Players proudly present this musical look at what life is like here at Saint Anselm College.  Featuring a student cast and creative team, "We Are Young" is a musical with a twist -- giving audiences a window into college life through parody versions of well-known songs, dance numbers, and engaging characters. This year's Family Weekend Show features songs such as I Just Can't Wait To Be King (The Lion King); A.B.C. (The Jackson 5); and the title track We Are Young (Fun).  For the first time ever, this years' Family Weekend Show also features an original song written and orchestrated by the creative team.


Saturday, October 20, 2012

10 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Registration
Dana Center

Start here to pick up your registration packet, pre-ordered tickets, T-shirts, and Fun Run information. Also view the weekend schedule including sports events, and our dining menu display board.

10 a.m.

Family 5K Fun Run/Walk
Begins in Front of The Dana Center

This fun run/walk through campus will award prizes to the top male and female runners in the following categories: Saint Anselm College student, parent, sibling (under 12), sibling (over 12), and faculty/staff. Register via order form, during Friday registration or Saturday morning in the Dana Center lobby. All participants must sign in between 8:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. on Saturday morning to receive their runner's bib number. Registration fee is $10 and includes a Fun Run T-shirt.

11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Family Reception
Cushing Lobby and North Lounge

Hosted by Father Jonathan DeFelice, O.S.B., President of Saint Anselm College

Family and friends attending Family Weekend are ­invited to enjoy light refreshments and meet ­college faculty and administrators, as well as student ­representatives from various clubs and ­athletic teams.

11 a.m.

Women's Volleyball vs. Assumption
Stoutenburgh Gym

Cheer on the Saint Anselm volleyball team!

12 p.m.

Women's Soccer vs. Assumption
Melucci Field

Join us to watch the Saint Anselm College women's soccer team face off against Adelphi!

1 p.m.

Director's Tour
Chapel Art Center

You are cordially invited to join director Fr. Iain MacLellan, O.S.B. for "Silent Apparent," a walking tour of the exhibition The Glimmer of Light, with a uniquely contemplative view of the landscapes by Lauren Sansaricq

1 - 3:00 p.m.

Open Skate
Sullivan Arena

Bring your skates and hit the ice with friends and family in Sullivan Arena. Please note that rentals are not available.

1 - 4 p.m.

Horse-Drawn Hayrides
Departs in front of the Dana Center

Join family and friends as we take you on a horse drawn hayride throughout campus to enjoy the ­splendor of a New Hampshire autumn!

1:30 - 4:00 p.m.

Archaeology Day

Meet in Dana Center at Registration Table to embark on an archaeological dig on campus in the OZone! Equipment will be provided, but wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes. For more information, visit classicssociety@anselm.edu

2 p.m.

Abbey Players Present "We Are Young"
Dana Center Theater

The Anselmian Abbey Players proudly present this musical look at what life is like here at Saint Anselm College. Featuring a student cast and creative team, "We Are Young" is a musical with a twist -- giving audiences a window into college life through parody versions of well-known songs, dance numbers, and engaging characters. This year's Family Weekend Show features songs such as I Just Can't Wait To Be King (The Lion King); A.B.C. (The Jackson 5); and the title track We Are Young (Fun). For the first time ever, this years' Family Weekend Show also features an original song written and orchestrated by the creative team.

3 p.m.

Men's Soccer vs. American International
Melucci Field

Join us to watch the Saint Anselm College men's soccer team face off against American International.

4:30 p.m.

Mass
Abbey Church

All are welcome to join Saint Anselm College families from near and far in the Abbey Church for the celebration of the Eucharist. 

8:30 p.m.

Lynn Trefzger - Comedy Ventriloquist
Dana Center Theatre

Lynn Trefzger is a ventriloquist/comedienne with a trunk full of zany characters that have accompanied her to stages throughout the country. Her vocal illusion talents were first brought to national audiences on TV's popular "Star Search" and she has since performed with artists including:  Jeff Foxworthy, Ray Romano, and Drew Carey. Her off-the-wall audience interplay is riotously funny, and her performances are tailored for both family and adult audiences. She has appeared on ABC, TNN, A&E and Lifetime television. 

Don't miss this one - it is sure to please all audience members from the very young and up!


Sunday, October 21, 2012


9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Sunday Brunch
Davison Hall

Brunch will be served continually, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.  To allow for the Family Weekend Brunch, normal Davison Hall breakfast hours and procedures will be suspended. Everyone (including current students) eating brunch in Davison Hall on Sunday MUST purchase a brunch ticket in advance or in the Davison Hall lobby when you arrive Sunday morning.  Students may purchase only one brunch ticket with their meal plan in the Davison Office.

10:30 a.m. / 11 a.m.

Pre-Mass Concert
Abbey Church

A pre-Mass concert by the Saint Anselm College Choir will be offered for attendees. Please arrive early for good seating. 

Mass
Abbey Church

All are welcome to join the monastic community in our celebration of the Eucharist after the concert. Mass will start promptly at 11:00 a.m.