Hannibal-LaGrange University to hold Family Weekend Friday through Sunday

HANNIBAL, Mo. — Hannibal-LaGrange University will have Family Weekend on campus Friday-Sunday, Sept. 27-29, bringing together HLGU students, their families, alumni and the Hannibal community while showcasing the on-campus experience.

The weekend will feature the Alumni and Friends Golf Classic, A PhD in the Hot Seat, Trilogy Disc Golf Challenge, Block Party on the Quad and a special concert from the band Citizens.

Local attractions and businesses are offering special discounts for HLGU families for the weekend.

The Block Party on the Quad is scheduled for Saturday, from 4 to 6 p.m. The event will feature booths from local businesses and churches, giving students and their families a chance to visit food trucks, play lawn games and interact with local organizations.

A special family weekend concert from renowned Christian rock band Citizens is set for 7 p.m. in the Parker Theater. From their popular renditions of traditional hymns to their standout track “Made Alive” to their latest release “Hold Him High,” Citizens crafts songs full of creativity and substance.

Tickets are on sale for the concert at hlg.tix.com for $20, or they can be purchased in person at the door for $25.

In a press release, HLGU Director of Student Activities, Erica Darnell said, “I’m so thankful that I get to help make an event like this happen. I’m excited for students to get to spend a weekend with their families and I’m hopeful that the Hannibal community will take this opportunity to visit our campus and see how the Lord has been faithful and answered prayers to allow HLGU to continue to make a positive impact on the lives of the students that are here.”

For more information on Family Weekend, go to www.hlg.edu/family-weekend, follow Hannibal-LaGrange University on Facebook, contact the Student Life Office by phone at 573-629-3026, or send an e-mail to erica.darnell@hlg.edu.