Reunion

Sunday, September 21, 2008

Event locations will be provided at check-in.

9:00 am–10:00 am
Aqua Aerobics

No swimming skills are necessary for this mostly vertical workout in the shallow waters of the Mills pool. Aqua aerobics is a fun and invigorating way to get in shape and feel good while you're doing it. People of all fitness levels are welcome-all you need is a swimsuit and towel. Aqua shoes are optional but highly recommended.

9:30 am–10:30 am
Remembrance Service

Remember classmates who have recently passed away and reflect on the wonderful times you spent at Mills: "Remember the times you've had here, / Remember, when you're away." A reception will follow from 10:30 am to 11:30 am.

9:30 am–11:00 am
Mills Cross Country Alumnae Meet and Brunch

All Mills alumnae are invited to the Third Annual Mills Cross Country Alumnae Meet, a one-mile walk/fun run. The race between the Mills cross country team and the Mills cross country alumnae begins at 9:30 am at the Mills invitational starting line, the open field next to the Richards Lot and to the right of the front gate when you enter campus. An awards ceremony and brunch for meet participants will follow. For information or to RSVP, contact Head Cross Country Coach Laura Davis at ldavis@mills.edu or 510.430.3282.

10:30 am–12:00 pm
Crew Team Boathouse Trip

Join the crew team, alumnae, and coaches for a morning visit to our Briones Reservoir boathouse, dedicated at last year's Reunion. Transportation will be provided from Mills' Haas Pavilion. Arrive by 10:30 am; the shuttle will depart at 10:45 am. Optional: Rowing at Briones Reservoir at 12:00 pm. RSVP by calling Head Crew Coach Wendy Franklin-Willis at 510.430.3256.

12:00 pm
Post-Reunion Wine Country Trip Departure

Participants meet at Reinhardt Alumnae House for brunch (10:30 am) before leaving for the Sonoma Wine Country tour.

4:00 pm
Dewing Piano Recital: Frederic Rzewksi

Internationally renowned composer and pianist Frederic Rzewski will perform Mendelssohn's Lieder ohne Worte (Songs without Words), Books I–VI. The full eight volumes of Songs without Words were written at various points throughout Mendelssohn's life. Rzewski was one of the founders of the famous Musica Elettronica Viva, a live improvisational electro-acoustic ensemble formed in Rome in the 1960s, as well as the Rosenkrans Artist-in-Residence at Mills College in 1994.

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