UMaine holding Winter Carnival Feb. 10–15

February 5, 2020 Student Life

The University of Maine Center for Student Involvement, in partnership with the UMaine campus community, is hosting Winter Carnival Feb. 10–15. This week of free events for students includes a reindeer petting zoo, Winter Olympics, outdoor bonfires, casino night and more. The full list of scheduled activities includes:

  • Monday, Feb. 10: 
    • Snow Sculpture Contest, 10 a.m.–noon, on the Mall. Gather a group of friends or your student organization and compete for the best snow sculpture. 
    • Fresh Check Day, 11 a.m.–2 p.m., Memorial Union Atrium. More information is online. 
  • Tuesday, Feb. 11:
    • Reindeer Petting Zoo, Bonfire and Hot Cocoa Bar, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., on the Mall. Visit real reindeer and enjoy a bonfire and free hot cocoa bar.
    • Blood Drive/Clothing Swap, 11 a.m.–5 p.m., Collins Center for the Arts. The Red Cross is in critical need — here’s your chance to give back while earning volunteer hours.
    • Trivia, 8 p.m., Bear’s Den Pub and Café. Test your trivia knowledge with the Senior Class Council. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. 
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  • Wednesday, Feb. 12:
    • Winter Olympics and Bonfire, 3–5 p.m., on the Mall. Put on your winter hat and mittens and compete in the UMaine Winter Olympics 2020.
    • Blood Drive/Clothing Swap, 11 a.m.–5 p.m., Collins Center for the Arts. The Red Cross is in critical need — here’s your chance to give back while earning volunteer hours. 
  • Thursday, Feb. 13:
    • Casino Night, 8–10 p.m., North Pod. A chance to win big and walk away with prizes.   
  • Friday, Feb. 14:
    • CEAC/PEAC Crockpot Challenge, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m., Bangor Room. Drop by for free lunch samples and to vote for the best dish. 
    • Valentine’s Happy Hour, 5:30–7:30 p.m., Bear’s Den Pub and Café. Warm up and pick up your student section tickets for the hockey game. 
    • Free Money Game Show, 9–11 p.m., North Pod. Show up for a chance to win free money. 
  • Saturday, Feb. 15:
    • Sledding, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., hill in front of the Beta parking lot. Bring friends and participate in a snow tube race. 
    • Project Linus, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., Hancock Hall. Make a blanket for a child in need (materials provided).
    • Improv Insanity, 9–11 p.m., North Pod. 

Sponsors of Winter Carnival include the Division of Student Life, Panhellenic Council, Interfraternity Council, UMaine Student Government, Senior Class Council, All Maine Women, Campus Activities Board and the Residence Hall Association.

For more information, visit the Center for Student Involvement website or contact Jenny Desmond at jennifer.desmond@maine.edu.