University of Maine at Presque Isle prepares for Homecoming 2014

The University of Maine at Presque Isle is hosting a jam-packed Homecoming celebration from Thursday, Sept. 18 to Sunday, Sept. 21.
Festivities begin on Thursday, Sept. 18 at 6 p.m. with the unique “Dark Dining” experience.
On Friday, Sept. 19, everyone is encouraged to celebrate UMPI Pride Day by wearing their Blue and Gold all day. At 5 p.m., the Alumni Spaghetti Supper and Auction takes place at the Campus Center. The fundraiser, sponsored in part by ARAMARK Dining Services, will cost $5 for adults and $3 for children. The night will cap off with the annual Alumni and Friends Social in Frankie’s Lounge at the Presque Isle Inn and Convention Center starting at 8 p.m. Festivities include giveaways and refreshments.
The fun continues on Saturday, Sept. 20, with art, awards, games and a comedy show. From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., art enthusiasts can view the exhibit “How I See What Surrounds Me” by nationally known artist and former UMPI Fine Art student Tim Gagnon, on display in the Campus Center’s Reed Fine Art Gallery. As a special treat, the UMPI Campus Store will be open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with specials offered.
The last day of Homecoming, Sunday, Sept. 21, serves as an Alumni Sport Day. At 10 a.m., the men’s alumni soccer game will be held at the soccer field and the women’s alumni game will follow at noon. Festivities culminate with an Outdoor Community Band Concert at 2 p.m. on the Campus Center lawn.
FMI on the UMPI 2014 homecoming contact Keith Madore at  768.9568.