Monday, November 2, 2009

This Week at Olivet: Homecoming 2009!

Events on the campus of Olivet Nazarene University for the week of Monday, November 02 through Sunday, November 8, 2009:

Volleyball vs. Saint Francis (Ill.)
Tuesday, November 3
7 p.m.

H O M E C O M I N G 2 0 0 9
Thursday, November 5 through Sunday, November 8
For tickets, more information, and a full schedule of events, click here.

The Main Events

Coronation
Thursday, November 5, 8 p.m.
Chalfant Hall No charge Witness the crowning of the 2009 Homecoming Queen during this beautiful, annual ceremony.

Homecoming Chapel
Friday, November 6, 9:30 a.m.
Chalfant Hall
No charge

This always-memorable service is an opportunity for ONU students, alumni and friends to worship together as one community.

Planetarium showings
Friday, November 5 and Saturday, November 6
Three showings each day: 3, 5, and 7 p.m.
Strickler Planetarium
Cost: $3

Voyage through time and space, while experiencing a live, interactive star tour of the night sky and a brief laser light production. One of only three Illinois digital planetaria, the newly renovated Strickler Planetarium features a new, state-of-the-art digital projector, the Digistar 3 SP2 HD.

Over the River and Through the Woods
Friday, November 5, 7 p.m.
Saturday, November 6, 2 p.m.
Kresge Auditorium
Adults, $10
ONU students, children and seniors, $5
Bring the entire family out for a special, Fall theatrical performance of “Over the River and Through the Woods.” This delightful family comedy about a late-twenties male dealing with the reality of two overbearing sets of grandparents is witty with a great deal of heart.


Tiger Basketball
Friday, November 5
Women’s Basketball: 5:30 p.m.
Men’s Varsity Basketball: 7:30 p.m.
McHie Arena
Adults, $10
ONU Students/Children ages 4-17, $3

Witness the unique, fast-paced offense of the Lady Tigers up close and personal at 5:30, then root on the men’s varsity team during an exciting Homecoming match-up at 7:30. Make sure to order early – these tickets go fast!


Taste of Olivet
Friday, November 6, 8:45 p.m.
Ludwig Center
Adults/Children ages 9-17, $10
ONU students/children ages 4-8, $5

Olivet has never tasted so fabulous! Featuring a mouth-watering menu of culinary masterpieces, this is one Homecoming event you won’t want to miss.

25th Annual Wendy Parsons 5K Run
Saturday, November 7
Registration, 7 a.m., Birchard Lobby
Race, 8 a.m.
$15 per person (up to $25 per family)
Click here to register.

Even sweating can be fun, when you’re in the company of good friends. Whether this is your first 5K or your hundredth, you won’t want to miss joining Wendy Parsons ’56 for the 25th Annual Wendy Parson 5K Run.

Undergraduate Class Reunions and Golden Grads Reunion
Saturday, November 7, 9:30 a.m.
Locations posted in McHie Arena and Ludwig Center lobbies
Adults, $13

Catch up with old friends over a delicious breakfast feast! Celebrating reunions this year: Classes of ’04, ’99, ’94, ’89, ’84, ’79, ’74, ’69, ’64 and ’59 and Golden Grads.

O.N.You! Homecoming for Kids: Super Saturday Morning
Saturday, November 7, 9:30 a.m.
College Church of the Nazarene
$6 per child

Calling all Tiger cubs! Join us for games, crafts, entertainment and all-around super silliness. Childcare will be provided for children ages 0 to 6th grade.

Tiger Football
Saturday, November 7, 1:30 p.m.
Ward Field
Adults, $10
ONU Students/Children ages 4-17, $3

What would Homecoming be without tossing around the old pigskin? Cheer on the Tigers in an exciting gridiron battle.

An Evening with Mark Lowry
Saturday, November 7, 7:30 p.m.
Chalfant Hall
Adults, $17
ONU students/Children ages 4-17, $10

Come prepared to laugh until you cry during this hilarity filled evening with Christian singer, song writer and comedian, Mark Lowry.

Hors d'oeuvres and Dessert Buffet
Saturday, November 7, 8:45 p.m.
Ludwig Center
Adults/Children ages 9-17, $10
ONU students/children ages 4-8, $5

Hankering for something sweet? Or how about something salty? After the concert, join us in Ludwig Center, where we’ve got everything you need to satisfy your late night cravings.

President’s Prayer Breakfast
Sunday, November 8, 8 a.m.
Chalfant Hall
Adults/ONU students/Children ages 9-17, $10
Children ages 4-8, $5

Join us for an intimate gathering with Dr. John C. Bowling as he shares from his heart about the Lord’s leading at Olivet Nazarene University. This has quickly become a Homecoming favorite for many alumni and is the perfect ending before you head back on the road.


For Homecoming 2009 tickets, more information, and a full schedule of events, click here.

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