Events at Bates
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This aggregation of events draws from EMS Master Calendar and WordPress. The Dining, Conferences and Campus Events (DCCE) office maintains resources on the Space Reservation process and Scheduling Space on Campus.
Some of these events are open to the public, while others are limited to members of the Bates community. See event descriptions for details on audience.
Where else are events listed?
The Bate Athletics website offers Bobcat sports schedules. Links to more specific events listings — including events for prospective students and alumni — are available on our Calendars and Key Dates page.
ACTF Design, Technology, and Management Presentations
3:30 pm
The American College Theater Festival (ACTF) provides an opportunity for students involved in theater to showcase their work in a national setting. Come celebrate and preview the work that Bates…
Teaching Triangles Information Session
4:15 pm
CITL matches you with two colleagues to engage in non-evaluative and growth-based class visits, discussion, and self-reflection. This programming is for anyone teaching classes this winter/spring!
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…Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
ACTF Acting Presentations
4:15 pm
The American College Theater Festival (ACTF) provides an opportunity for students involved in theater to showcase their work in a national setting. Come celebrate and preview the work that Bates…
Nordic Ski Carnival Reception – Cancelled
6:00 pm
Important Update: The Nordic Ski Carnival Reception scheduled for January 24 has been cancelled—thank you for your understanding. Gather with us immediately following the excitement of the first carnival of the…Jenna Riegel, VARVARA
7:30 pm
Varvara, a solo work by Jenna Riegel, is inspired by the life and creative work of Russian Constructivist artist, Varvara Stepanova. Konstantin Rudnitsky wrote, “The human body was perceived as…
Line Upon Line Percussion: At the Edge, Sounds & Signals from Maine
7:30 pm
Presented By: The Bates Department of Music: This Austin-based duo (Matthew Teodori and Cullen Faulk) has worked with composers in residencies at Harvard University, Stanford University, Cal Poly, University of…Line Upon Line, percussion based modern compositions
7:30 pm
The Austin-based trio has worked with composers in residencies at Harvard University, Stanford University, Cal Poly, University of California at Santa Cruz, University of Texas at Austin, Kunstuniversität Graz, University…
VARVARA
7:30 pm
Varvara, an evening-length solo choreographed and performed by Jenna Riegel, is a response to both Alexander Rodchenko’s photograph “Performing Furniture” (1922), which features his artistic collaborator and life partner Varvara…
Study Abroad Extravaganza
12:00 pm
Learn about study abroad opportunities and hear from past student’s experiences! Food will be provided!
Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Realizing Our Pedagogical Promises Community of Practice
4:15 pm
Here at Bates, our mission commits us to the emancipating potential of the liberal arts, to educating the whole person, and to engaging “the transformative power of our differences” in…
Boston Alumnae Book Club: The Lion Women of Tehran
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…
Webinar: Alumni Perspectives on AI Innovation
12:00 pm
Join us for our first Alumni Council Professional Development Zoom Call of the year, featuring Bates alumni moderators Chuck James ’78 and Alex Hahn ’97. This is a crucial conversation…Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Time-Saving in Teaching Lunch & Learn
12:00 pm
Join us for this special lunch & learn from Colby’s Jordan Troisi (Director, Center for Teaching and Learning).One of the chief frustrations of educators is that they do not have…
Bates Men’s Basketball Alumni Weekend
7:00 pm
It’s time to return to Alumni Gym! We are looking forward to seeing you at our annual Bates Men’s Basketball Alumni Weekend, a chance to reconnect with your teammates, celebrate…
Etherphonic Theremin Orchestra, featuring Barry Morse and Bates Student Performers
7:00 pm
Presented By: The Olin Concert Series: The Etherphonic Theremin Orchestra, formulated in 2016 by director Barry R. Morse, is a unique ensemble comprised entirely of space-controlled theremin instruments. For this…Etherphonic Theremin Orchestra, featuring Barry Morse and Bates student performers
7:30 pm
The Etherphonic Theremin Orchestra, formulated in 2016 by director Barry R. Morse, is a unique ensemble comprised entirely of space-controlled theremin instruments. For this event, the players are student volunteers,…Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Staff Educators Community of Practice
12:00 pm
Calling all staff educators! Wait, who’s a staff educator? Do you design learning materials and programs, foster productive learning environments, or promote individual growth and development? Yes? You are a staff…
MOSAIC Book Club: Behind the Beautiful Forevers
7:00 pm
MOSAIC Book Club will be discussing Behind the Beautiful Forevers by Katherine Boo starting February 4, 2026. The first MOSAIC Bookclub selection is Behind the Beautiful Forevers by Katherine Boo! In this…Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Bates Squash Alumni Weekend
12:00 pm
Get ready to reconnect with teammates, step back onto the court, and cheer on the Bobcats! You are invited to the Bates Squash Alumni Weekend. We have a fun-filled weekend planned…
New Faculty Community of Practice
12:00 pm
Note that the 2/6/26 New Faculty CoP will be taking place in 115 Chase. Plan to arrive a few minutes early to pick up your lunch (on us) at…Bates College Museum of Art Printmaking Workshop
3:00 pm
Join the Bates Museum of Art for a night of blockprinting. Design a Valentines themed card with us!
For more information: mhough@bates.edu (Museum of Art)
Bates Women’s Basketball Alumnae Weekend
7:00 pm
We are looking forward to welcoming you back to Alumni Gym for a weekend of Bates Basketball! Come reconnect with teammates, meet the current team, and cheer on the Bobcats…
Linda Oh and Melissa Aldana, Jazz Bass and Saxophone Duo
7:30 pm
Presented By: The Olin Concert Series: Linda Oh and Melissa Aldana join forces to bring the power of jazz to Bates College. Linda is respected all over the world for…Linda Oh and Melissa Aldana, jazz bass and saxophone duo
7:30 pm
Master content – Winter 26 Master content – Winter 26 100% 12 C13 Linda Oh and Melissa Aldana join forces to bring the power of jazz to Bates…
MOSAIC in NYC: A Culinary Journey
4:30 pm
We’re thrilled to offer a one-of-a-kind dining experience crafted by our own Bates alum, Steve ‘Toúchef’ Coupet ’09. We’ll sample small-plates that draw inspiration from throughout the Black diaspora, interwoven with…
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…Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Realizing Our Pedagogical Promises Community of Practice
4:15 pm
Here at Bates, our mission commits us to the emancipating potential of the liberal arts, to educating the whole person, and to engaging “the transformative power of our differences” in…
Flipping the Birds: A monthly page turning of John James Audubon’s Birds of America
12:30 pm
Please join us for February’s page turning of John James Audubon’s Birds of America at 12:30pm in the lobby of Ladd Library! The Muskie Archives presents its copy of John James Audubon’s Birds of America for display…Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
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…
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…Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
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…
Ceramics Panel: Form, Surface, Portrayal, Ritual
4:00 pm
Join us for a dynamic panel discussion held in conjunction with the exhibition Precision and Expression: American Studio Ceramics from the E. John Bullard Collection, on view through March 21.…Museum Ceramics Lecture
4:00 pm
David East will be facilitating a panel in collaboration with the current Ceramics exhibition at the Bates Museum of Art.
For more information: mhough@bates.edu (Museum of Art)
Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Realizing Our Pedagogical Promises Community of Practice
4:15 pm
Here at Bates, our mission commits us to the emancipating potential of the liberal arts, to educating the whole person, and to engaging “the transformative power of our differences” in…
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…
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…
FYS Instructors Community of Practice
2:40 pm
Did you teach a FYS in the fall? We invite you to join this community of practice to talk about challenges we experienced throughout the semester, to discuss support around…Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Auburn Middle School Campus Visit
12:00 pm
Auburn Middle School is bringing 60 students for a campus visit and they will be eating lunch from 12-1pm.
For more information: mhough@bates.edu (Museum of Art)
Lecture Slides Makeover-In the Time You Have-Lunch & Learn
12:00 pm
Accessibility benefits every learner and every teacher. In this session, we will explore a model for embedding accessibility, usability, and design principles to transform lecture slides to create more…
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…
Lo Que Se Rompe, Brilla
7:30 pm
Thesis dance performance by Aaron Martinez ’26 Lo Que Se Rompe, Brilla is a dance performance exploring transformation through rupture. Inspired by the Japanese philosophy of kintsugi—the art of mending broken…Lo Que Se Rompe, Brilla
7:30 pm
Lo Que Se Rompe, Brilla is a dance performance exploring transformation through rupture. Inspired by the Japanese philosophy of kintsugi—the art of mending broken pottery with gold—the piece embraces fracture…Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Lo Que Se Rompe, Brilla
7:30 pm
Lo Que Se Rompe, Brilla is a dance performance exploring transformation through rupture. Inspired by the Japanese philosophy of kintsugi—the art of mending broken pottery with gold—the piece embraces fracture…
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…Lo Que Se Rompe, Brilla
5:00 pm
Lo Que Se Rompe, Brilla is a dance performance exploring transformation through rupture. Inspired by the Japanese philosophy of kintsugi—the art of mending broken pottery with gold—the piece embraces fracture…
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…
Yumi Suehiro – Northern Lights and French Dispatch: Works by Barbara Kolb (in memoriam), Danish Composers, and Former/Current Bates Composition Faculty
7:30 pm
Presented By: The Bates Department of Music: Concert pianist, Yumi Suehiro, presents a program titled, Northern Lights and French Dispatch: Works by Barbara Kolb (in memoriam), Danish composers, and former/current…Yumi Suehiro – Northern Lights and French Dispatch: Works by Barbara Kolb (in memoriam), Danish composers, and former/current Bates composition faculty.
7:30 pm
Concert pianist, Yumi Suehiro, presents a program titled, Northern Lights and French Dispatch: Works by Barbara Kolb (in memoriam), Danish composers, and former/current Bates composition faculty.For more information: sgurley@bates.edu…
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…Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Staff Educators Community of Practice
12:00 pm
Calling all staff educators! Wait, who’s a staff educator? Do you design learning materials and programs, foster productive learning environments, or promote individual growth and development? Yes? You are a staff…Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
New Faculty Community of Practice
12:00 pm
You are juggling a lot as a faculty member in your first few years here at Bates. Join this group to help lessen the load as we will share tips…
Bates Softball Trivia Night
6:30 pm
Please mark your calendars for the Bates Softball Trivia Night at Lost Valley on March 7, 2026.
More details coming soon…
Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Realizing Our Pedagogical Promises Community of Practice
4:15 pm
Here at Bates, our mission commits us to the emancipating potential of the liberal arts, to educating the whole person, and to engaging “the transformative power of our differences” in…2026 Justice for Women Lecture
6:30 pm
This year, the Justice for Women speaker will be Dr. Jane Anyango from Uganda, East Africa. She is a nurse with a PhD and years of research in intimate partner…
Flipping the Birds: A monthly page turning of John James Audubon’s Birds of America
12:30 pm
The Muskie Archives presents its copy of John James Audubon’s Birds of America for display in the lobby of Ladd Library. This edition, a double elephant folio published in 1860, features 150…
Bates Curates
4:00 pm
Join the Bates College Museum of Art for a unique opportunity to shape the future of our permanent collection! In this special interactive event, we invite members of the Bates…Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
EVERYBODY by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins
7:30 pm
Directed by Tim Dugan This modern riff on the fifteenth-century morality play Everyman follows Everybody (chosen from amongst the cast by lottery at each performance) as they journey through life’s greatest…EVERYBODY by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins
7:30 pm
This modern riff on the fifteenth-century morality play Everyman follows Everybody (chosen from amongst the cast by lottery at each performance) as they journey through life’s greatest mystery—the meaning of…Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
EVERYBODY by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins
7:30 pm
This modern riff on the fifteenth-century morality play Everyman follows Everybody (chosen from amongst the cast by lottery at each performance) as they journey through life’s greatest mystery—the meaning of…
Fantasie + Folklore: Robert Lehmann and Chiharu Naruse, Violin and Piano
7:30 pm
Presented By: The Bates Department of Music: Whereas there is great merit to a carefully curated ‘meal’ with a progression of related dishes, oftentimes, a smorgasbord buffet affords a similarly…Fantasie + Folklore: Robert Lehmann and Chiharu Naruse, violin and piano
7:30 pm
Whereas there is great merit to a carefully curated ‘meal’ with a progression of related dishes, oftentimes, a smorgasbord buffet affords a similarly satisfying experience. The pieces on tonight’s concert…EVERYBODY by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins
2:00 pm
This modern riff on the fifteenth-century morality play Everyman follows Everybody (chosen from amongst the cast by lottery at each performance) as they journey through life’s greatest mystery—the meaning of…EVERYBODY by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins
7:30 pm
This modern riff on the fifteenth-century morality play Everyman follows Everybody (chosen from amongst the cast by lottery at each performance) as they journey through life’s greatest mystery—the meaning of…
A Winter Journey: Schubert’s Winterreise, Randall Scarlata, Baritone, Gilbert Kalish, Piano (pre-concert lecture by Susan Youens)
2:00 pm
Presented By: The Bates Department of Music: A man whose name and background we never know stands outside his former beloved’s house by night, then embarks on a journey through…EVERYBODY by Branden Jacobs-Jenkins
2:00 pm
This modern riff on the fifteenth-century morality play Everyman follows Everybody (chosen from amongst the cast by lottery at each performance) as they journey through life’s greatest mystery—the meaning of…A Winter Journey: Schubert's Winterreise, Randall Scarlata, baritone, Gilbert Kalish, piano (pre-concert lecture by Susan Youens)
3:00 pm
A man whose name and background we never know stands outside his former beloved’s house by night, then embarks on a journey through the wintry geography of the soul. Wilhelm…Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Realizing Our Pedagogical Promises Community of Practice
4:15 pm
Here at Bates, our mission commits us to the emancipating potential of the liberal arts, to educating the whole person, and to engaging “the transformative power of our differences” in…Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Pysanka Egg Decorating with Lesia Sochor
10:00 am
Images provided by Lesia Sochor, via her artist portfolio website. The Museum is pleased to once again welcome local artist Lesia Sochor to Bates for two workshops on Ukrainian egg decorating…A Midwinter Night's Tale
7:30 pm
Robinson Players Mainstage Performance
For more information: amatos@bates.edu (Robinson Players)
Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
A Midwinter Night's Tale
7:30 pm
Robinson Players Mainstage Performance
For more information: amatos@bates.edu (Robinson Players)
A Midwinter Night's Tale
5:00 pm
Robinson Players Mainstage Performance
For more information: amatos@bates.edu (Robinson Players)
How To See Know and Fall: A Multimedia, Multi-Disciplinary Concert
7:30 pm
Presented By: The Bates Music Department: How to See Know and Fall is an immersive collaboration between interdisciplinary percussionist/composer Brian Shankar Adler and electronic composer/software designer Jesse Stiles, combining intricate…How To See, Know and Fall: a multimedia, multi-disciplinary concert
7:30 pm
How to See Know and Fall is an immersive collaboration between interdisciplinary percussionist/composer Brian Shankar Adler and electronic composer/software designer Jesse Stiles, combining intricate hybrid percussion with shimmering synth lines,…Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
New Faculty Community of Practice
12:00 pm
You are juggling a lot as a faculty member in your first few years here at Bates. Join this group to help lessen the load as we will share tips…
Bates College Orchestra
7:30 pm
Presented By: The Bates Department of Music: The Bates College Orchestra presents its Winter Term concert!
Bates College Orchestra
7:30 pm
The Bates College Orchestra presents its Winter Term concert!
For more information: sgurley@bates.edu (Gurley, Stuart)
Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Staff Educators Community of Practice
12:00 pm
Calling all staff educators! Wait, who’s a staff educator? Do you design learning materials and programs, foster productive learning environments, or promote individual growth and development? Yes? You are a staff…
Realizing Our Pedagogical Promises Community of Practice
4:15 pm
Here at Bates, our mission commits us to the emancipating potential of the liberal arts, to educating the whole person, and to engaging “the transformative power of our differences” in…Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Phillips Society Luncheon
12:00 pm
Members of the Phillips Society, Mount David Society, and Garnet Circle are cordially invited to the Phillips Society Luncheon on April 10, 2026. The Phillips Society Inaugurated in 1998, the Phillips Society…
MARCY PLAVIN SPRING DANCE CONCERT
7:30 pm
Artistic Direction by Scott McPheeters Celebrating the legacy of Marcy Plavin, the founder of the Bates College dance program, this concert features original choreographies by nationally renowned Bates Dance Festival artists-in-residence.…Marcy Plavin Spring Dance Concert
7:30 pm
Celebrating the legacy of Marcy Plavin, the founder of the Bates College dance program, this concert features original choreographies by nationally renowned Bates Dance Festival artists-in-residence. Student artists engage with…Marcy Plavin Spring Dance Concert
5:00 pm
Celebrating the legacy of Marcy Plavin, the founder of the Bates College dance program, this concert features original choreographies by nationally renowned Bates Dance Festival artists-in-residence. Student artists engage with…Marcy Plavin Spring Dance Concert
2:00 pm
Celebrating the legacy of Marcy Plavin, the founder of the Bates College dance program, this concert features original choreographies by nationally renowned Bates Dance Festival artists-in-residence. Student artists engage with…
Opening: 2026 Senior Thesis Exhibition
5:00 pm
The Bates College Department of Art and Visual Culture and Museum of Art invite you to the opening of the 2026 Senior Thesis Exhibition.
Full details to follow.
Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
For more information: brichards@bates.edu (Manic Optimists (ManOps))
Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
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Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
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Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
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Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
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Man Ops Rehearsal
8:00 pm
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