📅 Friday, October 10
Alumnae Cocktail Party
Time: 5:30 PM | Cost: Free — RSVP requested; donations gratefully accepted.
Raise a glass with fellow alumnae as we kick off the weekend! Mingle, share stories, and toast to the friendships that have carried the flame.
📅 Saturday, October 11
Past, Present & Possibilities
Saturday, 9 AM - 12 PM | Cost: Free — donations welcome.
Start your Saturday with a light continental breakfast and a morning of meaningful connection, reflection, and learning at Our Lady of the Elms. Enjoy fresh coffee, pastries, and conversation with fellow alumnae before attending three engaging sessions designed to honor our past, shape our future, and listen to the voices that make the Elms community so strong.
Sessions:
✨ Leaving a Legacy: Planned Giving at Our Lady of the Elms
Discover how thoughtfully planned gifts sustain the Elms ’ mission for generations to come. Gain practical guidance and hear heartfelt stories of legacy giving that keeps our school strong.
✨ Elm Court: From Prosperity to Peace — The Story of the Motherhouse
Trace the remarkable history of Elm Court, our beloved Motherhouse. From Akron’s industrial prosperity to its transformation by the Dominican Sisters of Peace, learn how this stately mansion became a living symbol of faith, service, and resilience.
✨ Voices of the Elms: An Alumnae Listening Session
Your voice matters! Share your memories, insights, and hopes for the future. School leadership will be there to listen and learn as we shape the next chapter of our alumnae community.
Women of Distinction Luncheon
Saturday, 12:30 PM in the Commons
Join us for the heart of Alumnae Weekend — the Alumnae Luncheon, a joyful gathering that brings together Elms graduates of all generations to celebrate friendship, tradition, and the enduring spirit of the Elms.
This special event includes the presentation of the Women of Distinction Awards, honoring alumnae who exemplify the Elms mission in their personal and professional lives. These remarkable women inspire others through their leadership, service, faith, and commitment to making a meaningful difference in the world.
All alumnae are warmly invited — we look forward to celebrating with you!
Alumnae Reunions
It's the perfect time to reconnect! Whether it's a casual get-together or a more formal event, we'd love to help spread the word and make sure everyone is in the loop. Keep us posted on the details of your reunion, and we’ll be happy to assist in getting the word out. We can’t wait to see you all come together to celebrate.
Can’t attend in person? Join a Virtual Reunion! Log in from anywhere to reconnect, share laughs, and celebrate your Elms sisterhood — near or far.
📅 Sunday, October 12
Elms Community Tailgate & Mass on the Grass
Mass: 10:00 AM, Panther Tailgate: 12:00 PM
Mass: Free | Tailgate Cost: $5 per person, includes hot dogs, chips, cookies, and water.
Bring the whole family for a fun, faith-filled day!
Gather at the Elms Sports Complex in Bath for Mass on the Grass with Fr. Tom Haren (St. Michael’s, Independence) at 10 AM. Stay for the game, a cookout, yard games, and the drawing for our Car Raffle winner.
Bring a blanket or lawn chair — we’ll bring the Panther spirit!
Are you planning a reunion?
Rekindle old memories and create new ones by hosting your reunion gatherings at Our Lady of the Elms School. Alumnae can now rent space on campus to reconnect with classmates, reminisce about cherished moments, and celebrate shared experiences. Whether this year is a milestone anniversary or a casual get-together, our facilities provide the perfect backdrop for your reunion event. Come back to where it all began and make your reunion truly unforgettable when you gather on campus.