Keuka College will open most of its annual Green & Gold Reunion & Family Weekend events to the public Sept. 25-27, with activities ranging from fireworks and athletics to wine tastings, crafts and a Sunday paddle tour.
The three-day campus celebration includes some alumni-only programs, but most events are available to community members, according to the college. Some require registration by Sept. 9 or charge an admission fee.
Friday begins with music, fireworks and games
The weekend's public schedule begins with a welcome party at 6 p.m. Friday under the Chapel Lawn tent. Dinner stations, drinks and live music are planned near Keuka Lake.
A fireworks display will begin at 8 p.m. on the Chapel Lawn. Casino Night will follow from 8:15 to 10 p.m. in the Dahlstrom Student Center, offering free classic games and prizes with casino chips provided to participants.
Keuka College President Amy Storey said the weekend gives the college's neighbors an opportunity to visit campus and take part in its activities.
Saturday features food, tastings and trivia
Party at the Plex will run from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday at the Jephson Athletic Complex. The event will include food, games, a performance by the college dance team and food trucks, with local beer and wine available for purchase.
Taste of the Finger Lakes is scheduled from 2 to 4 p.m. under the Chapel Lawn tent. The event will feature tastings from local businesses.
Trivia will run from 8 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday under the Chapel Lawn tent. Participants can enter as a team or join one after arriving, with Keuka College prizes available and snacks offered for purchase.
The broader weekend schedule also includes athletic contests, campus tours, lakefront access, do-it-yourself craft activities and Bingo. Visitors will also have opportunities to explore Keuka Commons and Lightner Library.
The college supplied a photo from a Paint and Sip event as an example of the craft activities open to the public during the weekend.
Paddle tour closes the weekend Sunday
A morning paddle tour will begin at 9 a.m. Sunday at Point Neamo. Kayaks and paddleboards will be available, and the event is open to experienced paddlers and beginners.
Registration requirements and admission costs vary by event. A complete schedule and registration information are available through Keuka College's Green & Gold Weekend webpage at keuka.edu/greenandgold.
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