While you are visiting NC State, take advantage of these other exciting events and activities happening during Parents & Families Weekend.

Introducing the Lonnie Poole Golf Course at NC State University!  
Centennial Campus • Call 919.833.3338 for reservations.

Come see NC State’s new golf course!  Designed by Arnold Palmer and associates, the Lonnie Poole Golf Course at NC State University has breathtaking views of the Raleigh skyline and Centennial Campus.  The course, which opened to the public on July 13, facilitates turf grass and storm water research associated with the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, serves as a teaching and training facility for the Professional Golf Management Program in the College of Natural Resources., and is home to the  NC State men's and women's golf teams!  

Parents and families are invited to visit and play the course. Tee times are available 14 days in advance by calling 919.833.3338 or visiting our website  for rates and fees.    On Saturday, September 26, an 8:30 a.m. open shotgun start for public play is available so players will have time to enjoy a round before the big game!   

First Year College Welcome Event: Saturday, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.  
FYC Commons, Cates Avenue, Room 104/106  
Parents and families of First Year College students are invited to join faculty and staff for refreshments, conversation, and Q&A with a panel of parents.   RSVP via www.ncsu.edu/fyc/parents.  You may also email carl_thomas@ncsu.edu or call 919-515-8130 for more information. 

Gregg Museum of Art & Design:  
Friday Noon – 8 p.m., Saturday & Sunday 2 p.m.  - 8 p.m.

Talley Student Center  
Did you know NC State has an art museum? Come visit these wonderful exhibitions and view pieces of the University’s personal collection.  Free and open to the public.  

• Graphic Quilts at the Gregg

See what happens when quilts go from the bed to the wall.  From patriotic themes to exquisite silk and crazy designs to antique North Carolina made, be prepared for a visual and heartfelt treat.

• Inspired Design: Jacquard and Entrepreneurial Textiles

Textile design is a specialized field that involves several sectors - fashion, interior decoration, the production of expressive works, sculptures and handcrafted items. This traveling exhibition from the Center for Craft, Creativity and Design in Hendersonville, NC, features designs that represent creative/innovative textiles using computerized Jacquard looms. 

JC Raulston Arboretum: Friday - Sunday: 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. 
Guided Tour - Sunday, 2 p.m. (Free)  
4415 Beryl Road 
Stroll through NC State's nationally acclaimed gardens featuring the most diverse collection of plants adapted for landscape use in the southeastern United States. For more information, contact (919) 515-3132.

Joyner Visitor Center - Friday: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.  
1210 Varsity Drive, near the intersection of Western Boulevard and Varsity Drive 
The E. Carroll Joyner Visitor Center is a first stop for visitors to North Carolina State University. The building's rotunda is full of multimedia exhibits that provide an overview of NC State's campus, programs and life. Self-guided campus walking tours and Wolfline bus information are also available.

Movies at Witherspoon Cinema: Friday 7 p.m., 9:30 p.m., 11:59 p.m., Saturday 7 p.m., 9:30 p.m.  
Witherspoon Student Center located at the corner of Cates Avenue and Dan Allen Drive The Campus Cinema, a fully functional movie theater with 460 seats and a concession stand, presents films ranging from independent works to the latest Hollywood blockbusters in 35mm with Dolby® Digital Surround Sound. Students $1.50 with NC State ID; guests $2.50 

NC State Bookstores - Friday: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m., Saturday: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Sunday - closed.

Dunn Avenue, near Talley Student Center

The official bookstore of NC State University features textbooks, computers, school supplies, gifts, novelties, and a huge assortment of NC State memorabilia. All monies generated through the bookstore are returned to the University for need-based Financial Aid Programs.  If you cannot make it to the bookstore in person, they offer an impressive selection of clothing and gift items, as well as all of the required textbooks and computer supplies online.  
 

Women’s Soccer v. Virginia Tech:  Sunday @ 2 p.m.  
Dail Soccer Stadium, Central Campus

Cheer the Wolfpack Women on as they take on the Hokies!  NC State students with their student ID and parents with their Parents & Families Association membership card are free.