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Friday May 22
Bobcat Reads: Custodians of Wonder
In progress — until Jul 24
Bobcat Reads will be discussing Custodians of Wonder by Eliot Stein from May 22, 2026, through July 24, 2026.
In the next Bobcat Reads selection, Custodians of Wonder: Ancient Customs, Profound Traditions,…
Tuesday Jul 28
Boston Alumnae Book Club: Same The Wedding People
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…
Friday Jul 31
Bobcat Reads: We Meant Well
Bobcat Reads will be discussing We Meant Well: A Novel by Erum Shazia Hasan from July 31, 2026, through Oct 2, 2026.
In the next Bobcat Reads selection, We Meant Well: A…
Saturday Aug 1
Bates Alumni Birding: A Summer Stroll in Boston
8:00 am
We’re bringing our popular Philadelphia bird-watching event up to Boston! Whether you’re an expert birder or someone who enjoys the outdoors, this nature walk is perfect for you! We’ll spend…
Friday Aug 7
Bates at the Boston Red Sox
5:00 pm
Boston Red Sox vs. Oakland Athletics Price: $115 per ticket Pre-game Reception: 5-7pm This is a 21+ event.House of Blues15 Lansdowne St., Boston, Mass. First pitch: 7:10 pmRight Field Roof – Box 37Rows…Tuesday Aug 25
Boston Alumnae Book Club: Great Big Beautiful Life
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 Aug 30
Bates at the US Open
New York in late August means world-class tennis, and the Bobcat community is heading back to the stands.
Join fellow Bobcats at Flushing Meadows to kick off the US Open.…
Saturday Sep 5
Annual Alumni 5K and Goodrich Memorial Throws Competition
9:30 am
Come build community at our exciting annual event featuring two exciting competitions: The Annual Alumni 5K and Goodrich Memorial Throws Competition! This is your chance to celebrate our program’s rich history,…
Tuesday Sep 15
Bates in the City: Boston
6:00 pm
Whether you’re new to the city or have called Boston home for years, this is your chance to catch up with fellow Bates alumni, enjoy drinks, and reminisce about your…
Thursday Sep 17
Bates in the City: New York City
6:30 pm
Whether you’re new to the city or have called New York home for years, this is your chance to catch up with fellow Bates alumni, enjoy drinks and apps, while…
Wednesday Sep 23
Author Talk: Erum Shazia Hasan
6:00 pm
Bobcat Reads will host a Live Author Talk with Erum Shazia Hasan of We Meant Well. Join us virtually for a unique opportunity to connect with the author, ask questions, and discuss…
Friday Oct 2
Back to Bates: Alumni & Family Weekend
Join us for Back to Bates Weekend, where alumni and families of current students come together to experience life on campus, reconnect with friends, and enjoy the beautiful fall season…
Friday Oct 2
Annual Bates College Athletics Hall of Fame Ceremony
5:00 pm
Join us during Back to Bates Weekend, for the second annual Bates College Athletics Hall of Fame Ceremony. The induction ceremony will honor, pay tribute to, and perpetuate the memory…