Past Events
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Thursday May 14
MOSAIC in D.C. — Paint & Sip
6:30 pm
Come unwind, get creative, and celebrate community with fellow MOSAIC alumni. We are excited to partner with Sade Paint & Sip, a Black-owned business, to lead our guided painting experience…
Wednesday May 13
Boston’s Real Estate Inflection Point
6:00 pm
Commercial Real Estate, Return to Office, and the Next Growth Cycle The U.S. real estate market is hitting the “reset” button. What does that mean for Boston’s offices, apartments, and industry?…
Sunday May 10
Bates in Philly: Nature Walk & Birding
9:00 am
Bring your best bird calls and stroll along with fellow Bates alumni and current families in the greater Philadelphia area for a morning of birdwatching at John Heinz National Wildlife…
Tuesday May 5
SOLD OUT: Elizabeth Strout ’77 Author Talk in New York City
7:00 pm
This event has sold out. We are officially at capacity and can no longer accept new registrations. On the global release day of her newest novel, The Things We Never…
Saturday May 2
Bates Softball: 50th Anniversary & Alumnae Weekend
12:00 am
Fifty years ago, the first generation of Bobcats took to the field, laying the foundation for a program defined by grit, community, and excellence. This year, our team is honored…
Wednesday Apr 29
Creative Ways to Give: Aligning Your Legacy with Your Values
1:00 pm
The Bates experience is defined by a “commitment to responsible stewardship of the wider world.” As alumni, your support ensures that the college remains a “model of the liberal arts,”…
Tuesday Apr 28
Author Talk: Monica Wood
7:00 pm
Bobcat Reads will host a Live Author Talk with Monica Wood of How to Read a Book. Join us virtually for a unique opportunity to connect with the author, ask questions, and…
Tuesday Apr 28
Boston Alumnae Book Club: Trust
7:00 pm
VIRTUAL MEETING! Do you like meeting new people, reading great books, and discussing them? Don’t miss this unique opportunity to join the Boston Alumnae Book Club! Anyone interested in joining the conversation…
Monday Apr 27
Class of 1978 Gathering
10:00 am
Spend a spring morning among the blooms with fellow members of the Class of 1978 on Monday, April 27. We’re heading to Jamaica Plain for a casual walk followed by…
Sunday Apr 26
President’s Cup Regatta
9:00 am
Head to the shores of the Androscoggin to watch the Bates, Bowdoin, and Colby rowing teams battle for the annual President’s Cup. Join us to cheer the Bobcats to victory! Schedule 9amFirst…
Thursday Apr 16
From Idea to Impact: Meet Bates Entrepreneurs
12:00 pm
The Bates Alumni Council Professional Development Committee members Jen Crawford ’01 and Susan Peillet Yule ’78 are hosting the third installment of their Professional Development Series. We’re bringing together a panel…
Thursday Apr 16
Portland Bobcats: Monthly Meetup
6:00 pm
Keep the Bates connection strong throughout the year! We are thrilled to continue our popular monthly gatherings, offering local alumni a reliable, casual, and fun way to connect right here…
Saturday Apr 11
Bates Dance Alumni Gathering: Beyond the Stage
6:00 pm
Following last year’s successful inaugural event, the Bates Office of Advancement and the Bates Arts Collaborative invite you to celebrate our vibrant dance community once more. Celebrate with fellow alumni,…
Friday Apr 10
Phillips Society Luncheon
12:00 pm
Members of the Phillips Society, Mount David Society, Garnet Circle, and long-time donors are cordially invited to the Phillips Society Luncheon on April 10, 2026. The Phillips Society Inaugurated in 1998, the Phillips Society honors the…
Friday Apr 10
Mount David Summit 2026
1:45 pm
You are invited to The Mount David Summit, our annual celebration of student academic achievement, which will take place on the Bates campus on Friday, April 10, 2026. The Summit brings together…
Thursday Apr 9
VIRTUAL: Annual Distinguished Alumni in Residence: Featuring John M. Carrafa ’76
12:00 pm
Spend the afternoon with The College Key as we virtually welcome and celebrate the 2026 Distinguished Alumni in Residence (DAIR), alumnus John M. Carrafa, Class of 1976! Students, staff, faculty, and…
Wednesday Apr 8
Webinar: Bates’ Liberal Arts Edge in the Film Industry
1:00 pm
Calling all storytellers and film enthusiasts! Tune into our upcoming virtual dialogue led by Jon Cavallero, professor of Rhetoric, Film, and Screen Studies, and founding director of the Bates…
Tuesday Mar 31
Boston Alumnae Book Club: The Sunflower House
7:00 pm
VIRTUAL MEETING! Do you like meeting new people, reading great books, and discussing them? Don’t miss this unique opportunity to join the Boston Alumnae Book Club! Anyone interested in joining the conversation…
Saturday Mar 28
Tennis Alumni Weekend
5:30 pm
Bates Tennis is more than a season—it’s a lifelong connection. On Saturday, March 28, we’re trading our rackets post match for refreshments and good conversation. Gather with alumni, families, and the…
Friday Mar 13
Bobcat Reads: How to Read a Book
12:00 pm
Bobcat Reads will be discussing How to Read a Book by Monica Wood from March 13, 2026, through May 15, 2026. In the next Bobcat Reads selection, How to Read a Book…
Thursday Mar 12
Bates at the Boston Bruins
7:00 pm
Celebrate the annual Bates at the Bruins game with your fellow Bobcats! Boston Bruins vs. San Jose SharksTD Garden Puck drop is at 7 pm Seats are located in the Balcony Section…
Tuesday Mar 10
Bates in Philadelphia: A Night at Victory Brewing
6:00 pm
Philadelphia is turning Garnet. Gather in the heart of the city for an evening of drinks, great food, and even better company. This is a chance for alumni to reconnect…
Saturday Mar 7
Bates Softball Trivia Night and Pre-Season Celebration
6:30 pm
Bates softball is taking over Lost Valley for a night of trivia, and we want you there. Whether you’re a trivia pro or just looking to connect with the team, this…
Wednesday Mar 4
Bates at the Lakehouse Tavern
6:00 pm
Connect with fellow alumni and parents for an evening hosted by Richard Ridinger ’88 at his restaurant, the Lakehouse Tavern. Over drinks and appetizers in this cozy, Bates-alumni-owned space, we…
Sunday Mar 1
Bates at the Maine Mariners
3:00 pm
Gather with fellow Bobcats to watch the Mariners take the ice against the Trois-Rivieres Lions. We’ve secured a block of seats for alumni, parents, families, and friends of Bates to join…
Saturday Feb 28
Out and Proudly NESCAC: Winter Series — Boston
2:00 pm
Out & Proudly NESCAC is launching a series of experiential gatherings this winter, designed to keep our community-building and connections strong for LGBTQ+ alumni and allies. The qt library, a community-based…
Saturday Feb 28
Out and Proudly NESCAC: Winter Series — San Francisco
2:00 pm
Out & Proudly NESCAC is launching a series of experiential gatherings this winter, designed to keep our community-building and connections strong for LGBTQ+ alumni and allies. We’ll take a self-guided tour…
Thursday Feb 26
Out and Proudly NESCAC: Winter Series — D.C.
4:00 pm
Out & Proudly NESCAC is launching a series of experiential gatherings this winter, designed to keep our community-building and connections strong for LGBTQ+ alumni and allies. Join fellow NESCAC alumni at…
Wednesday Feb 25
From Bates to Beyond: Insights from Psychology Professionals Webinar
12:00 pm
Join us for the second installment of our Professional Development series, brought to you by the Alumni Council. Following the success of Part I, we are turning our focus to…
Tuesday Feb 24
Author Talk: Ariel Lawhon
6:00 pm
Bobcat Reads will host an Author Talk with Ariel Lawhon of The Frozen River. Join us for a unique opportunity to connect with the author, ask questions, and discuss the book with…
Tuesday Feb 24
Trivia Night in Washington, D.C.
6:00 pm
Welcome in the new year by spending an evening with Bates alumni and parents competing in our exciting annual trivia contest, eating good food, and sharing great company at Stoney’s…
Tuesday Feb 24
Boston Alumnae Book Club: James: A Novel
7:00 pm
VIRTUAL MEETING! Do you like meeting new people, reading great books, and discussing them? Don’t miss this unique opportunity to join the Boston Alumnae Book Club! Anyone interested in joining the conversation…
Sunday Feb 22
Bates at the LA Clippers
6:00 pm
Attention LA Bates Bobcats and Bates Families! Join us in Los Angeles for our annual night of NBA action as the LA Clippers take on the Orlando Magic. Whether you’re…
Saturday Feb 21
Out and Proudly NESCAC: Winter Series — New York City
12:45 pm
Out & Proudly NESCAC is launching a series of experiential gatherings this winter, designed to keep our community-building and connections strong for LGBTQ+ alumni and allies. We’ll take a special guided…
Thursday Feb 19
Portland Bobcats: Monthly Meetup
6:00 pm
Keep the Bates connection strong throughout the year! We are thrilled to continue our popular monthly gatherings, offering local alumni a reliable, casual, and fun way to connect right here…
Thursday Feb 19
The Liberal Arts and How it Shapes Tech Careers: A Faculty-Led Conversation with Digital and Computational Studies Alumni
6:00 pm
From Coram to the Cloud: Life after Bates Digital & Computational Studies Digital & Computational Studies at Bates has always been about more than just code—it’s about how we use technology…
Thursday Feb 19
MOSAIC Bites in Boston
6:30 pm
MOSAIC returns to Boston for an evening of connection and community. Come meet other Bates alumni and give current students a preview of life after Bates. We’ll enjoy hearty appetizers…
Monday Feb 16
Inside Bates Lacrosse: A Pre-Season Update
7:00 pm
Connect with the future of Bates men’s lacrosse. We’re gathering to hear directly from Director of Athletics Stacey Bunting and our current coaching staff about the trajectory of the program. Plus,…
Sunday Feb 15
Canceled: Women’s Basketball Meetup
11:00 am
Unfortunately, this event has been canceled. We apologize for the inconvenience. Get game-ready with fellow Bobcats. Before the team takes the court at Tufts, we’re gathering for a casual pre-game meetup…
Saturday Feb 7
First Pitch Dinner
6:00 pm
You are invited to join the Bates baseball community for our First Pitch Dinner—a celebratory evening crucial for supporting the Bobcats as they prepare for the upcoming 2026 season! This is…