WIU Mom's Weekend
Join us for Mom's Day on April 15, 2023 and all weekend for special events on campus and in the community!
MERCHANDISE:
BOOKSTORE ANNUAL CLEARANCE SALE
WHEN: Thursday, April 13 - Saturday, April 15 (Thurs-Friday, 8am-5pm, Saturday, 10am-3pm)
WHERE: WIU Bookstore, University Union, Ground Floor
WHAT: Stock up on WIU merchandise by taking advantage of the WIU Bookstore Annual Clearance! Racks of clearance items and the rest of the store will be 20% off. This happens once a year so you won’t want to miss it!
CAMPUS EVENTS:
MOMS’ DAY BINGO
WHEN: Saturday, 7-9pm
WHERE: Grand Ballroom, University Union
WHAT: Come join in on one of the most popular activities on campus! The University Union Board will be hosting a fun evening of FREE Bingo with lots of chances to win great prizes!
ATHLETICS
WIU Women’s Tennis vs. Kansas City
WHEN: Friday, April 14th at 12pm
WHERE: WIU Varsity Court
WHAT: Come cheer on the WIU Women’s tennis team take on Kansas City with a 12pm start time.
WIU Women’s Tennis vs. St. Thomas
WHEN: Sunday, April 16th at 11am
WHERE: WIU Varsity Court
WHAT: Another great opportunity to take in tennis matches by our very out WIU Tennis Team. Come out to cheer on our Leathernecks!
THE WESTERN CONNECTION SHOP
WHEN: Tuesdays & Wednesdays: 10:30am-12:30pm, Thursdays & Fridays: 4:30pm-6:30pm, Saturdays: 9am-12pm
WHERE: Located in Macomb's Train Station (West end)
WHAT: Make some time to visit The Western Connection shop in the Macomb Train Station! The Western Connection shop specializes in WIU licensed apparel as well as unique gift items made by WIU alumni, departments and students.
Items for sale include:
Hand-crafted jewelry, keychains and scented wax melts
Purple & Gold popcorn
Variety of licensed WIU apparel and gifts
And more!!!
Like The Western Connection on Facebook and follow them on Instagram !
COMMUNITY EVENTS:
KAYAKING AT SPRING LAKE
WHEN: Saturday, April 15th @10am-5pm
WHERE: Spring Lake Park
WHAT: Free Kayaking for any WIU student (with WIU ID) and their mom
**Disclaimer: Please note that with the cooler temperatures, kayaking may be unavailable. Hiking maps will be available instead.
PONTOON TOURS OF SPRING LAKE
WHEN: Saturday, April 15th @ 9am-4pm / Sunday, April 16th @ 9am-3pm
WHERE: Spring Lake Park
WHAT: Enjoy a pontoon tour of Spring Lake for the Moms’ Day weekend. Tours will be offered every hour on the hour for families up to 10 people. There will be no cost for the tour but tips are allowed for our drivers To reserve your ride please call 309-833-2052 during business hours.
MAC BINGO BASH
WHEN: Saturday, April 15th @ 6:30pm
WHERE: Macomb Arts Center, 25 East Side Square, Macomb
WHAT: The Macomb Arts Center is holding a fundraiser for new carpet in the center. Join them in a few rounds of bingo to win prizes! Tickets are $20 per person or $200 for a reserved table of 8 (guarantees seating together. Raffles, snacks and cash bar available. Click HERE for tickets and more information.
NATURE MAKERS WORKSHOP:
SIMPLE LEAF MONOPRINTS
WHEN: April 15
WHERE: Lakeview Nature Area and Center
WHAT: We will use dried leaves and watercolor to create a series of beautiful prints! We will walk you through simple steps as you explore a fun twist on printmaking with nature! We can’t wait to create with you! Pre-registration is required at Macombparkdistrict.com/programs.
PRAIRIE EGG HUNT
WHEN: All weekend!
WHERE: Lakeview Nature Area and Center
WHAT: This is a FREE, self-guided, outdoor event open to visitors every day from 9 AM – 6 PM. Eight ceramic eggs with accompanying nature facts are placed throughout the prairie for you to discover! As a reminder for you to come prepared, the restrooms at the center will not be open during this time.
MACOMB SCHOOL OF MAGIC SCULPTURE PARK
WHERE: Nestled at the edge of Downtown Macomb, Next to Citizens bank and the Macomb Post Office
WHAT: Each sculpture in this park reflects aspects of our local parks, as well as the history and culture of Macomb. Please feel free to try and pull the sword from our local stone, or see if you can find your face in the stack of local vases. Perhaps the spinning Zoetrope is more your kind of illusion, or the quirky movements of our local birds. However you choose to interact, we are glad you are here!
EVERWOOD DISC GOLF COURSE
WHERE: Glenwood Park
WHAT: This 18 hole course offers beautiful scenery throughout a variety of holes that start tight with a moderate covering of mature trees and change in relief and obstacles, finishing with long challenging open holes. The front nine, located in Glenwood Park, offers shorter holes with a mix of birdie chances with tight approaches. These holes are tree-laden rewarding accurate drives and punish wayward tee shots and approaches. Go have some fun!
VETERANS PARK QR FIT TRAIL
WHERE: Veterans Park
WHAT: This park offers over 1.7 miles of walking trails which includes QR fitness codes along the route with varying exercises. You will also find Outdoor fitness Equipment near the playground. We hope you enjoy a beautiful day of walking, running, or jogging!
FORGOTTONIA BREWING
WHERE: Forgottonia Taproom
WHAT: Stop in Forgottonia Brewing for food, beer and music. In addition to beer, Forgottonia also serves Guest Hard Cider, Local Wine on Tap, and canned cocktails . For Moms' Day, Forgottonia is offering $1 off flights.
Friday, April 14: Food Truck: Sandra’s Authentic Mexican Taquiza (all tacos menu) - They will have Asada, Al pastor, Barbacoa, Quesabirria, and many more from 4 pm to 9 pm (Cash Only).
Saturday, April 15: Live Music: "The Ex-Bombers" will be playing from 8pm-10pm. The "Ex-Bombers" are a husband and wife musical group that will be playing at Forgottonia. The link to their website for more information is: http://theexbombers.com/.
Sunday, April 16: Looking for a fun activity with your student? Check out Music BINGO at Forgottonia at 3pm. The theme will be Happy Hits
MERCHANDISE:
BOOKSTORE ANNUAL CLEARANCE SALE
WHEN: Thursday, April 13 - Saturday, April 15 (Thurs-Friday, 8am-5pm, Saturday, 10am-3pm)
WHERE: WIU Bookstore, University Union, Ground Floor
WHAT: Stock up on WIU merchandise by taking advantage of the WIU Bookstore Annual Clearance! Racks of clearance items and the rest of the store will be 20% off. This happens once a year so you won’t want to miss it!
CAMPUS EVENTS:
MOMS’ DAY BINGO
WHEN: Saturday, 7-9pm
WHERE: Grand Ballroom, University Union
WHAT: Come join in on one of the most popular activities on campus! The University Union Board will be hosting a fun evening of FREE Bingo with lots of chances to win great prizes!
ATHLETICS
WIU Women’s Tennis vs. Kansas City
WHEN: Friday, April 14th at 12pm
WHERE: WIU Varsity Court
WHAT: Come cheer on the WIU Women’s tennis team take on Kansas City with a 12pm start time.
WIU Women’s Tennis vs. St. Thomas
WHEN: Sunday, April 16th at 11am
WHERE: WIU Varsity Court
WHAT: Another great opportunity to take in tennis matches by our very out WIU Tennis Team. Come out to cheer on our Leathernecks!
THE WESTERN CONNECTION SHOP
WHEN: Tuesdays & Wednesdays: 10:30am-12:30pm, Thursdays & Fridays: 4:30pm-6:30pm, Saturdays: 9am-12pm
WHERE: Located in Macomb's Train Station (West end)
WHAT: Make some time to visit The Western Connection shop in the Macomb Train Station! The Western Connection shop specializes in WIU licensed apparel as well as unique gift items made by WIU alumni, departments and students.
Items for sale include:
Hand-crafted jewelry, keychains and scented wax melts
Purple & Gold popcorn
Variety of licensed WIU apparel and gifts
And more!!!
Like The Western Connection on Facebook and follow them on Instagram !
COMMUNITY EVENTS:
KAYAKING AT SPRING LAKE
WHEN: Saturday, April 15th @10am-5pm
WHERE: Spring Lake Park
WHAT: Free Kayaking for any WIU student (with WIU ID) and their mom
**Disclaimer: Please note that with the cooler temperatures, kayaking may be unavailable. Hiking maps will be available instead.
PONTOON TOURS OF SPRING LAKE
WHEN: Saturday, April 15th @ 9am-4pm / Sunday, April 16th @ 9am-3pm
WHERE: Spring Lake Park
WHAT: Enjoy a pontoon tour of Spring Lake for the Moms’ Day weekend. Tours will be offered every hour on the hour for families up to 10 people. There will be no cost for the tour but tips are allowed for our drivers To reserve your ride please call 309-833-2052 during business hours.
MAC BINGO BASH
WHEN: Saturday, April 15th @ 6:30pm
WHERE: Macomb Arts Center, 25 East Side Square, Macomb
WHAT: The Macomb Arts Center is holding a fundraiser for new carpet in the center. Join them in a few rounds of bingo to win prizes! Tickets are $20 per person or $200 for a reserved table of 8 (guarantees seating together. Raffles, snacks and cash bar available. Click HERE for tickets and more information.
NATURE MAKERS WORKSHOP:
SIMPLE LEAF MONOPRINTS
WHEN: April 15
WHERE: Lakeview Nature Area and Center
WHAT: We will use dried leaves and watercolor to create a series of beautiful prints! We will walk you through simple steps as you explore a fun twist on printmaking with nature! We can’t wait to create with you! Pre-registration is required at Macombparkdistrict.com/programs.
PRAIRIE EGG HUNT
WHEN: All weekend!
WHERE: Lakeview Nature Area and Center
WHAT: This is a FREE, self-guided, outdoor event open to visitors every day from 9 AM – 6 PM. Eight ceramic eggs with accompanying nature facts are placed throughout the prairie for you to discover! As a reminder for you to come prepared, the restrooms at the center will not be open during this time.
MACOMB SCHOOL OF MAGIC SCULPTURE PARK
WHERE: Nestled at the edge of Downtown Macomb, Next to Citizens bank and the Macomb Post Office
WHAT: Each sculpture in this park reflects aspects of our local parks, as well as the history and culture of Macomb. Please feel free to try and pull the sword from our local stone, or see if you can find your face in the stack of local vases. Perhaps the spinning Zoetrope is more your kind of illusion, or the quirky movements of our local birds. However you choose to interact, we are glad you are here!
EVERWOOD DISC GOLF COURSE
WHERE: Glenwood Park
WHAT: This 18 hole course offers beautiful scenery throughout a variety of holes that start tight with a moderate covering of mature trees and change in relief and obstacles, finishing with long challenging open holes. The front nine, located in Glenwood Park, offers shorter holes with a mix of birdie chances with tight approaches. These holes are tree-laden rewarding accurate drives and punish wayward tee shots and approaches. Go have some fun!
VETERANS PARK QR FIT TRAIL
WHERE: Veterans Park
WHAT: This park offers over 1.7 miles of walking trails which includes QR fitness codes along the route with varying exercises. You will also find Outdoor fitness Equipment near the playground. We hope you enjoy a beautiful day of walking, running, or jogging!
FORGOTTONIA BREWING
WHERE: Forgottonia Taproom
WHAT: Stop in Forgottonia Brewing for food, beer and music. In addition to beer, Forgottonia also serves Guest Hard Cider, Local Wine on Tap, and canned cocktails . For Moms' Day, Forgottonia is offering $1 off flights.
Friday, April 14: Food Truck: Sandra’s Authentic Mexican Taquiza (all tacos menu) - They will have Asada, Al pastor, Barbacoa, Quesabirria, and many more from 4 pm to 9 pm (Cash Only).
Saturday, April 15: Live Music: "The Ex-Bombers" will be playing from 8pm-10pm. The "Ex-Bombers" are a husband and wife musical group that will be playing at Forgottonia. The link to their website for more information is: http://theexbombers.com/.
Sunday, April 16: Looking for a fun activity with your student? Check out Music BINGO at Forgottonia at 3pm. The theme will be Happy Hits
