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Friday, October 2

• Shipyard (Campus Store) Open
  9 a.m. to 5 p.m. || Krannert Center
  
• Mountain Day Golf Scramble
  10 a.m. || Stonebridge Golf Club || $100
  Check-in at the course opens at 9 a.m.; shotgun start at 10 a.m. For more information, contact Coach Brian Farrer at bfarrer@berry.edu.
  
• Oak Hill & The Martha Berry Museum Open
  10 a.m. to 5 p.m. || Martha Berry Museum & Oak Hill
  Visitors are invited to stop by during hours of operations to view current exhibits, including "Martha Berry's Begging Trips". Advanced reservation is encouraged for guided tours of the Oak Hill home. Click here to make reservations online.
  
• Berry Archives Exhibit
  10 a.m. to 4 p.m. || Memorial Library, Second Floor
  

  Members of the college class of 1976 are invited to stop by the Berry Archives for a glimpse of some "memories" from your time at Berry as well as other unique displays about the history of the school.

• Hike to the Berry Reservoir
  1 to 3 p.m. || Meet at the Old Mill on Mountain Campus
  Enjoy a hike, weather permitting, to the Berry Reservoir, led by Joe Dunagan (76C). Attendees should park in the gravel lot next to the Old Mill. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle. There is no cost to join the hike, but let us know if you are participating. For more information, contact Cecily Crow at ccrow@berry.edu.
• 🎉 Campus Tour for Class of 1976C & 1986C
  3 to 4 p.m. || Meet at Clara Archway to load buses
  

  Join classmates for a shuttle tour of campus and learn more about today's Berry student experience. There is no cost to join the tour, but let us know if you are participating. For more information, contact Cecily Crow at ccrow@berry.edu.

• Mountain Day Olympics
  3 to 4:30 p.m. || Horseshoe between Moon & Laughlin
  Student residence hall, commuter and faculty/staff teams compete in field day events for bragging rights and the spirit award. Rain location: Ford Gym
• Physician Associate Program's White Coat Ceremony
  4 to 5 p.m. || Frost Chapel
  First-year PA students will be presented their white coat from Berry alumni during this annual ceremony. PA Alumni reception to follow, invitation only. For more information, contact Director of Clinical Rotations Beth Gaines at bgaines@berry.edu.
• 🎉 1976C & 1986C Tour of the Spires at Berry
  4:30 to 5:30 p.m. || The Spires at Berry Main Lodge, 600 Eagle Lake Trail, Rome GA
  Join current residents and Berry alumni for a tour of the retirement community located on the Berry campus and learn more about the partnership with the college and its students. There is no cost to join the tour, but let us know if you are participating. For more information, contact Heather Cloud at hcloud@berry.edu.
• Women's Soccer vs Centre College
  5 p.m. || Pearson Field
  Cheer on the Vikings as they take on the Centre Colonels in SAA conference competition.
• 🎉 Softball Alumni Game and Dinner
  6 p.m. || Kay Williams Field
  Softball alumni are invited to play a friendly game and then enjoy dinner afterwards. For more information and to RSVP, contact Coach Meredith Mills at mmills@berry.edu.
• 🎉 1976C 50th Reunion Reception and Dinner
  6 to 10 p.m. || Christopher Browning Pavilion at Oak Hill || $50
  Classmates and friends of the college class of 1976 are invited to enjoy good food, fellowship and throwback tunes. Golden Guard pins will be presented to celebrate the 50th class reunion! Reception begins at 6 p.m., followed by dinner and program at 6:45 p.m. Dancing and DJ follow dinner. For more information, contact Cecily Crow at ccrow@berry.edu.
• 🎉 Berry High School & Academy Reunion Gathering
  6:30 to 8:30 p.m. || Moe's BBQ, 101 W. First St., Rome, GA
  Graduates of the Berry High School and Berry Academy are invited to meet at Moe's BBQ in downtown Rome for food, fun and reminiscing. Food and beverages are on your own, but let us know if you are attending. For more information, contact Bob Aiken (82A) at rta2berry82@gmail.com.
• 🎉 Women's Lacrosse Alumni & Student Game
  7 p.m. || Williams Field at Valhalla
  For more information and to RSVP, contact Coach Brittni Hall at wlax@berry.edu. .
• Volleyball vs Centre College
  7 p.m. || Cage Arena
  Cheer on the Vikings as they take on the Centre Colonels in SAA conference competition.
• Berry College Theatre Company presents "Boeing Boeing": ORDER TICKETS
  7 p.m. || Sisters Theatre || $10
  Written by Marc Camoletti and translated by Beverley Cross and Francis Evans, this 1960s French farce adapted for the English-speaking stage features self-styled Parisian lothario Bernard, who has Italian, German, and American fiancées, each a beautiful airline hostess with frequent "layovers." He keeps "one up, one down, and one pending" - until unexpected schedule changes bring all three to Paris and Bernard's apartment, at the same time. Get tickets at the link above or contact the Box Office at 706-236-2263.
• 🎉 1986C 40th Milestone Dessert Reception
  7 to 9 p.m. || Dickey Living Room, Alumni Center || $25
  Classmates and friends of the college class of 1986 are invited to the Dickey Living Room for an informal get together to kick off the 40th reunion weekend. The reception includes sweet and savory items and drinks. For more information, contact Cecily Crow at ccrow@berry.edu.
• 🎉 2001C 25th Milestone Reunion Dinner & Gathering
  7 to 9 p.m. || Schroeder's New Deli, 406 Broad Street, Rome, GA
  Classmates and friends of the college class of 2001 are invited to gather at Schroeder's New Deli patio for an informal get together to kick off the 25th reunion weekend. Food and beverages at Schroeder's are on your own, but please let us know if you are attending. For more information, contact Ally Davis at amdavis@berry.edu.
• 🎉 2016C 10th Milestone Reunion Dinner & Gathering
  7 to 9 p.m. || Mellow Mushroom, 238 Broad Street, Rome, GA
  Classmates and friends of the college class of 2016 are invited to Mellow Mushroom for an informal get together to kick off the 10th reunion weekend. Food and beverages at Mellow Mushroom are on your own, but please let us know if you are attending. For more information, contact Ally Davis at amdavis@berry.edu.
• Men's Soccer vs Centre College
  7:30 p.m. || Pearson Field
  Cheer on the Vikings as they take on the Centre Colonels in SAA conference competition.
• Outdoor Movie
  8 to 10 p.m. || Ford Complex
  The Office of Student Involvement invites students, family and alumni to enjoy a movie on the lawn at Ford. Bring your blanket or lawn chairs for seating. Stay tuned for the reveal of the selected movie! Rain location: Ford Dining Hall
• 🎉 Young Alumni Mixer
  8 to 10 p.m. || Harvest Moon - Moon River Venue, 234 Broad Street, Rome, GA || $20
  Classmates and friends of the classes of 2017-2026 are invited to attend an informal gathering in the room behind the Dark Side of the Moon bar to kick off Mountain Day weekend. $20 cost includes food and non-alcoholic beverages. Cash bar available on-site. For more information, contact Ally Davis at amdavis@berry.edu.

Saturday, October 3

• Viking Court Hours of Operation || Krannert Center
  
• Bean'ry: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Chick-fil-A: 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Subway: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• Viking Court Market: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
• Student Affairs Meet-and-Greet for Families
  9 to 10 a.m. || Krannert Center Spruill Ballroom
  Come meet the new Vice President for Student Affairs and other colleagues during this drop-in event. This event is for family members of current Berry students only. Coffee, water, and light snacks will be available. There is no cost to join, but please let us know if you are attending. For more information, contact the Office of Student Affairs at studentaffairs@berry.edu.
• Shipyard Hours of Operation
  9 a.m. to 5 p.m.|| Krannert Center
• 🎉 Women's & Men's Tennis Alumni Pickleball Social & Fundraiser
  9 to 11:30 a.m. || Cage Courts (next to Richards Gym) || $40
  

  Cost is $40 for a team of two for the round robin tournament, and seeding will be based on playing level. Registration is immediately prior to the tournament from 8 to 9 a.m. For more information, contact Coach Doug Elly at delly@berry.edu.

• 🎉 Golden Guard Breakfast
  9:30 to 10:30 a.m. || Dickey Living Room in the Alumni Center at Ford || $15
  Golden Guard Alumni, those who graduated 51 years or more from the college, are invited to this breakfast event before heading up to the mountain for the afternoon festivities. For more information, contact Cecily Crow at ccrow@berry.edu.
• 🎉 Sports Medicine Alumni Reunion & Current Student Breakfast
  9:30 to 10:45 a.m. || Ford Dining Hall
  Reconnect with fellow Sports Medicine alumni and current student workers over a continental breakfast as we celebrate the lasting impact of the program. Through conversation, networking, and storytelling, participants will share experiences that have shaped their personal and professional journeys. Click here to RSVP. Contact Jess Howard at jhoward@berry.edu for further questions.
• Alumni Center Open
  10 a.m. to 6 p.m. || Ford Complex - Entrance at Clara Archway
  Stop by the Alumni Center at Ford to grab a complimentary bottle of water or fill up your own at our refill station. Visitors will also receive a surprise gift celebrating Berry's upcoming 125th year.
• 🎉 Women's Lacrosse Alumni & Student Drop-in Brunch
  10 to 11:30 a.m. || Blossom Hill, 304 N. 4th Ave., Rome, GA
  

  For more information and to RSVP, contact Coach Brittni Hall at wlax@berry.edu.

• Oak Hill & The Martha Berry Museum Open
  10 a.m. to 5 p.m. || Martha Berry Museum & Oak Hill
  Visitors are invited to stop by during hours of operations to view current exhibits. Oak Hill, Martha Berry's home, will be open to visitors from 2 to 4 p.m. The new museum short film "Faithfully Yours", which focuses on the life of Martha Berry, will debut Oct. 3, playing on the half hour starting at 10:30 a.m., with the last showing at 4:30 p.m.
• 🎉 Nursing Alumni & Current Student Breakfast
  10 to 11 a.m. || Patio outside Morgan-Bailey Hall
  Nursing alumni, current students and their family members are invited to drop in for donuts and coffee and connect with current faculty and student nursing ambassadors, hear updates on the expansion of the program, and check out Morgan-Bailey Hall, the new health sciences facility. If you have any questions or are planning to attend, please email nursing@berry.edu. Deadline to RSVP is September 28. Rain location: Morgan-Bailey Hall Lobby
• Student Shuttle to Mountain Campus
  10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. || Departs from front of Krannert/Opportunity Dr.
  A shuttle will be running for students and their families from 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with continuous round trips from the front of Krannert to Mountain Campus. Keep an eye out for the student shuttle signs. Trips may be slow due to traffic to and from Mountain Campus.
• Group Bike Ride to Mountain Campus
  10:30 a.m. || Depart from the Hermann Hall parking lot
  Bring your own bicycle and take a group bike ride on Viking Trail to Mountain Campus for Mountain Day festivities! There will be a designated parking area for bikes at the picnic site. Bring your own lock. Can't make it by 10:30 a.m.? Feel free to ride on your own.
• 🎉 Milestone Class Reunion Brunch
  10:30 a.m. to Noon || WinShape Hub || $25, Kids 10 & Under Free
  Celebrating milestone reunions for the classes of 1976A, 1976C, 1986C, 2001C and 2016C. Parking will be available in The Hub parking lot and in the soccer field adjacent to the WinShape Centre (main building). Brunch will be served until 11:30 a.m. Remarks will begin at 11:15 a.m. followed by class photos. For more information, contact Cecily Crow at ccrow@berry.edu.
• Mountain Day Central
  11 a.m. to 3 p.m. || Mountain Campus
  Visit the Berry Alumni and alumni-group tents for Mountain Day merchandise, general information and more. Inflatables for kids will be open from noon until 2:30 p.m.
• Mountain Day Picnic Lunch
  11 a.m. to 2 p.m. || WinShape Pavilion || $13, Children 5 and under are free
  Students, faculty and staff may pick up their complimentary tickets and purchase guest tickets at the Campus Information Desk beginning September 28 for $8 per person. Guest tickets can be purchased with credit card on site day of event for $13 per person. Adjacent to the pavilion, bottled water and a sweet treat will be available to purchase as individual items. Picnic tables will be reserved near Pine Lodge for the 50th class reunion guests as well as Spires residents and Golden Guard members (1975C and prior graduates). Rain Location: Krannert Ballroom .
• Corn Meal Grinding Demonstration
  11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. || Old Mill on Mountain Campus
  The water wheel will be in operation and grinding corn into cornmeal for purchase. Bags will be sold at the Mountain Day Central tent (while supplies last) for $5 or at the Old Mill (cash only). Due to traffic and parking plans, guests should ride the complimentary shuttle from the picnic area to the Old Mill.
• Grand March Concert
  Noon to 12:45 p.m. || Mountain Campus
  Performed by Berry College Wind Ensemble, under the direction of Dr. Alyssa Grey.
• Grand March
  1 p.m. || Mountain Campus
  Students participating in the 100+ year march tradition should line up by 12:45 p.m. Don't forget to bring the number of coins that equal your age to drop in the basket! Money collected goes towards the Save-A-Student scholarship. Special guest seating will be provided in front of Pine Lodge for the 50th class reunion guests as well as Spires residents and Golden Guard members (1975C and prior graduates).
• Volleyball vs. Sewanee
  2 p.m. || Cage Arena
  Cheer on the Vikings as they take on the Sewanee Tigers in SAA conference competition.
• Oak Hill Home Open
  2 to 4 p.m. || Oak Hill
  Visitors are invited to stop by for an open house of Oak Hill, Martha Berry's home. The museum is open for visitors from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m.
  
• Academic Buildings Open House
  2 to 5 p.m. || Main Campus
  Visit some of your former classroom spaces on campus during Mountain Day. The following spaces will be open for you: Briggs Hall (Animal Science), Laughlin, Cook, McAllister, Evans Hall and Green Hall. Enjoy revisiting these old and new spaces!
• Amber Grace Open House
  2 to 6 p.m. || Lavender Drive (Stretch Road), just prior to the end of Viking Trail
  All are invited to visit Amber Grace, a community where adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities can experience abundant life. Tours will be self-guided with the opportunity to meet staff and residents. Visits can last as long or as little as you like.
• 🎉 Berry African American Alumni Chapter and Student Mix-n-Meet
  2:30 to 4:30 p.m. || Gathering Space, 1st Floor Krannert Center
  Current students and alumni are invited to gather together for the BAAAC annual social and business meeting. Food will be provided. There is no cost to join, but please let us know if you are attending. For more information, contact Cecily Crow at ccrow@berry.edu.
• 🎉 Women's and Men's Soccer Alumni Scrimmage
  2:30 p.m. || Pearson Field
  Former Women's and Men's Soccer players are invited to participate in a scrimmage. An alumni social in downtown Rome will follow later that day. For more information and to RSVP, Contact Coach Rich Vardy at rvardy@berry.edu or Coach Kathy Insel-Brown at kinselbrown@berry.edu.
• Marthapalooza Family Hour
  3 to 4 p.m. || Clara Bowl || $5
  Carnival rides, face painting and more. Open to children ages 5-12 of faculty, staff and alumni. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Credit card payment only.
• 🎉 Men's Basketball Alumni & Current Player Gathering
  3 to 5 p.m. || Cage Center; Dickey Sports Hall of History and Shatto Presidential Suite
  

  For more information and to RSVP, contact Coach Matthew Richter at mrichter@berry.edu.

• Berry Student Enterprises Mountain Day Market
  3 to 6 p.m. || Evans South Lawn
  Shop the flavors of fall with food and wares from student organizations, student enterprises, faculty, staff and alumni. Attendees and participants are encouraged to park behind Evans and Cook buildings. Rain Location: Krannert Ballroom.
• 🎉 KCAB, SGA, SOAR Leader, Marthapalooza Alumni Gathering
  3:30 to 4:30 p.m. || Krannert Front Porch
  Alumni who were a part of the Krannert Center Activities Board, Student Government Association Executive Board or Class Officer, SOAR (orientation) Leaders, and the Marthapalooza Committee members are invited for a drop-in reception on the front porch of Krannert and connect with former members and advisors. No cost to attend but please let us know if you are attending. For more information, contact Dean Lindsay Norman at lnorman@berry.edu.
• 🎉 Mega Reunion Celebration
  4 to 7 p.m. || Christopher Browning Pavilion at Oak Hill || $25, Kids 10 & Under - Free
  A multi-class celebration honoring college and academy reunion classes, including Golden Guard alumni (graduates of 51 years or more) and the Classes of 1976, 1981, 1986, 1991, 1996, 2001, 2006, 2011, 2016, 2021, and 2026. Enjoy food, drinks, music, and fun for the whole family. The cost is $25 per person, and children ages 6 and under attend free. For more information, contact Ally Davis at amdavis@berry.edu.
• Berry High School & Academy Memorial Service
  4 to 4:45 p.m. || Frost Chapel
  Graduates of the Berry High School and Academy are invited to this new event as we honor former classmates who are no longer with us. For more information, contact Bob Aiken (82A) at rta2berry82@gmail.com.
• Volleyball vs. Maryville College
  4:30 p.m. || Cage Arena
  Cheer on the Vikings as they take on the Maryville Scots in SAA conference competition. Indoor Volleyball alumni will be recognized during game with an alumni team dinner to follow. For more information and to RSVP, contact Coach Caitlyn Moriarty at cmoriarty@berry.edu.
• 🎉 Class of 1986 Gathering
  4:30 to 6:30 p.m. || Schroeder's New Deli Courtyard, 406 Broad Street, Rome, GA
  Classmates and friends of the 1986 class are invited to meet at Schroeder's on Broad Street for food, fun and reminiscing. Food and beverages are on your own, but please let us know if you are attending. For more information, contact Cecily Crow at ccrow@berry.edu.
• 🎉 Campbell School Alumni Reception
  4:30 to 6 p.m. || Dickey Living Room, Alumni Center || $15
  Campbell School of Business alumni and friends are invited to a happy hour reception with Dean Lauren Heller and business faculty and staff. Dean Heller will share some updates about exciting initiatives in the Campbell School, and we can't wait to hear updates from our alumni as well! For more information, contact Noreen Salmon at nsalmon@berry.edu.
• 🎉 Berry High School & Academy Reunion Dinner
  6 to 8 p.m. || Hill Dining Hall || $25
  Graduates of the Berry High School and Berry Academy are invited to attend a dinner at Hill Dining Hall to catch up with former classmates and friends and recognize alumni celebrating their 50^th high school reunion. Hamrick Hall and Barstow Library, both now home to the Berry College Elementary and Middle School, will be open from 5 to 5:45 p.m. for alumni to visit and reminisce about former teachers and classes during their time on Mountain Campus. For more information, contact Cecily Crow at ccrow@berry.edu.
  
• Berry College Theatre Company presents "Boeing Boeing": ORDER TICKETS
  7 p.m. || Sisters Theatre || $10
  Written by Marc Camoletti and translated by Beverley Cross and Francis Evans, this 1960s French farce adapted for the English-speaking stage features self-styled Parisian lothario Bernard, who has Italian, German, and American fiancées, each a beautiful airline hostess with frequent "layovers." He keeps "one up, one down, and one pending" - until unexpected schedule changes bring all three to Paris and Bernard's apartment, at the same time. Get tickets at the link above or contact the Box Office at 706-236-2263.
• Marthapalooza Alumni Hour
  7 to 8 p.m. || Clara Bowl || $15
  Open exclusively for Berry alumni of all ages. Cost includes carnival rides, plus one drink and snack option. Credit card payment only.
• Marthapalooza
  9 p.m. to 1 a.m. || Clara Bowl || $25/guest accompanied by a Berry student; $25/young alumni (Classes of 2022-26)
  Free to Berry students, current college ID and event wristband required. Must pick up wristband at the Campus Info Desk the week prior to the event. Guests may pay at the gate. Credit card payment only.

Sunday, October 4.

• Mountain Day Worship Service
  11 a.m. || College Chapel
  The guest minister is Rev. Fred Forsh (76C). Music will be provided by the a student vocal group under the direction of Dr. Kathryn Baker.
  
• Martha Berry Graveside Memorial Service
  Noon || Outside College Chapel
  

  Following the worship service, the Daughters of Berry will lead a brief memorial service, and the Berry Singers will perform a 7-fold Amen.

• Berry College Theatre Company presents "Boeing Boeing": ORDER TICKETS
  2 p.m. || Sisters Theatre || $10
  Written by Marc Camoletti and translated by Beverley Cross and Francis Evans, this 1960s French farce adapted for the English-speaking stage features self-styled Parisian lothario Bernard, who has Italian, German, and American fiancées, each a beautiful airline hostess with frequent "layovers." He keeps "one up, one down, and one pending" - until unexpected schedule changes bring all three to Paris and Bernard's apartment, at the same time. Get tickets at the link above or contact the Box Office at 706-236-2263.