Family Weekend 2008
PLEASE COME!!
February 29 - March 2, 2008
We've just put the final touches on our program for Family Weekend 2008, and hope that you are anxious to visit your daughter or son for the weekend. Our schedule for the program is listed in the right sidebar but for a detailed look, you might want to check out the final schedule here. We look forward to your participation in this year's program. 2008 Program Highlights
 President Tom Hochstettler: State of the College. You won't want to miss this engaging time with our President. You'll have plenty of opportunity to ask questions. Parents always report this is their favorite part of the program. Council Chamber, Templeton Campus Center
Exhibitions. Lewis & Clark Faculty Art Exhibition including; Barbara Bartholomew, Debra Beers, LeAnne Hitchcock, Robert Miller, Mike Rathbun, Cara Tomlinson, Ted Vogel, Heather Watkins and Eric Wert. Gallery hours are 11am - 4pm, Tuesday through Sunday. Ronna and Eric Hoffman Gallery of Contemporary Art
Forty Years of Watzek Library. This exhibit includes photographs, architectural plans, and memorabilia to celebrate the fortieth anniversary of the construction of the Aubrey R. Watzek Library at Lewis & Clark College. Designed by Paul Thiry, the innovative building has maintained its functionality for generations of students. Aubrey R. Watzek Library
Performances. Romance and the Guitar. Scott Kritzer, a long standing Portland guitarist with international recognition, will be performing a program featuring some of the most brilliant works and arrangements from his upcoming album, Romance and the Guitar. Kritzer's playing is known for it's wide range of color, expression and intense lyricism. David Stabler of The Oregonian was quoted, "Kritzer's lyricism was golden. He refused to rush, letting the solo phrases hang deliciously in the air. Would that more musicians had his courage." Special ticket price: $5/L&C Community, available from the College Bookstore (503-768-7885) or at the door. Evans Auditorium
Sporting Events. Throughout the weekend, we hope you will take advantage of the sports activities scheduled on campus, including Men's Tennis , Women's Tennis and Women's Softball.
Take A Walk! Choose from two lovely destinations, both within minutes of campus - Bishop's Close or the Berry Botanical Garden.
Discover a well-hidden jewel just minutes from the Lewis & Clark campus. This is a great chance to see the beauty of the Portland area! Bishop’s Close is a historic 13-acre estate tucked onto a high bluff above the Willamette River, about a mile from campus. Its grounds include a spectacular six-acre garden, designed by the New York firm that built New York City’s Central Park, and a 1916 mansion now used as headquarters for the Episcopal Diocese of Oregon. The gardens are open to the public, and thankfully so; their beauty is exceptional, with multiple varieties of magnolias and other native plants, in addition to wonderful views of the river, the rolling hills east of Portland, and Mt. Hood in the distance.
Just a few minutes’ drive from campus is an organization whose mission is plant conservation. Learn about stewardship of our landscape using the Berry Botanical Garden to demonstrate sustainable gardening practices appropriate to our region. Plants from around the world mingle in this garden with those of the Pacific Northwest. Stroll the native plant trail and learn about gardening for wildlife. The largest public rock garden on the West coast is here, too. See uncommon trees, primulas, rhododendrons and more. A volunteer guide from the Berry Botanical Garden will be taking our group on this tour.
Each group will depart from Templeton Campus Center just outside Fields Dining Room at 12:00pm on Saturday afternoon, March 1. You'll return to campus in time to participate in the International Fair Talent Show at 2pm.
Sign up by phone with the College Outdoors Office, 503-768-7116; $5/$10 per person to participate and the fees will be donated to the respective Gardens.
Details of Your Visit
Costs. There is no charge for most Family Weekend activities. For the few events, the costs is listed in the event description. Meals in the student dining room (Fields) are available for purchase at the door and priced as follows: Friday lunch served from 11am to 1pm - $6 per person, Friday & Saturday dinner served from 5 to 7pm - $7 per person and Saturday and Sunday brunch is served from 11am to 1pm for $6 per person. Saturday, March 1st brunch will feature the International Fair cuisine.
Lodging. You are responsible for your own lodging. The College has made special arrangements with area hotels to offer discounted room rates for Family Weekend. When contacting the hotel of your choice, let the proprietor know you will be in Portland for Family Weekend at Lewis & Clark College. Lodging List
If you are traveling to campus by car, you may need directions to campus.
Airport Transportation. If you plan to travel by air and need transportation to your hotel or campus, please consult our Transportation webpage for public transportation and the most commonly used taxi and shuttle services. For additional, alternate transportation to the College, you may contact a service from those listed below.
- A Ready Ride - Airport Shuttle: 503-289-8337
- Airport Affordable Shuttle: 503-280-9883
- Blue Star Aiporters: 503-249-1837 or 800-247-2272
- Cascade Coach Towncar: 503-262-6867
- Sky Pilot Shuttle: 503-309-4143 or 888-820-6555
Parking. On weekdays during the academic year, all vehicles parked on Lewis & Clark's campus require a parking permit. When you register in advance for Family Weekend, you will receive a free visitor permit for Friday, February 29. It will be included in your information packet and available for pick up between Noon - 6pm in Templeton Campus Center. If you plan to arrive before Noon, you may obtain a permit at the Visitor Information Center. Please be sure to tell them you are on campus for Family Weekend. (Permits are not necessary on Saturday or Sunday since parking is always free on weekends.)
It only takes a couple of minutes to register for Family Weekend. You'll receive an email confirmation once you've completed the registration form, however, nothing else will be sent through the US postal service. If you have questions, need to change your reservation information or find it necessary to cancel your reservation, please email us at parents@lclark.edu or call the Office of Campus Living at 503-768-7183. We look forward to seeing you February 29 - March 2, 2008. Find out more information about visiting campus in our Visitor's Guide for Parents and Families.
Questions???
If you have questions, you may email us at parents@lclark.edu or call Sandi Bottemiller, Director of Residential Services, 503-768-7183.
You can also find more information on the Parents & Families Web site.
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