Grinnell College Winter Gatherings
Each year, Grinnell alumni and current students come together at our in-person Grinnell Winter Gatherings, hosted by local alumni across the country. These gatherings are fun and informal, and a great way to foster personal connections and bring together the local Grinnell communities.
Every winter gathering is a unique experience — you might go ice-skating in one city, have brunch in an alum’s home somewhere else, or enjoy a beverage and appetizer at a pub. Wherever you are, we invite you to escape the doldrums of January and get in the Grinnell spirit by attending a winter gathering close to you.
2026 Winter Gatherings
As events are confirmed, dates and registration links will be added/updated.
Chicago, IL
Thursday, January 15
Hosted by Anne Stein ’84 and Bob Krause ’83
Cincinnati, OH
Saturday, January 17
Hosted by Rhonda Stuart ’86, James Decker ’75, Logan Stuart ’19, and John Palinski ’01
Des Moines, IA
Sunday, January 18
Hosted by Louise Alcorn ’92, Rebecca Gernes ’09, and Kathleen Ely ’93
Iowa City, IA
Sunday, January 11
Hosted by Kris May Williams ’92 and Jeffrey Fields ’90
Los Angeles, CA
Saturday, January 31
Hosted by Grace Hazeltine ’12
Kansas City, MO
Monday, January 19
Hosted by Brent Schondelmeyer ’76 and Kramer McLuckie ’12
Minneapolis, MN/Twin Cities
Sunday, January 11
Hosted by Karmi Mattson ’89
New Orleans, LA
Saturday, January 10
Hosted by Leah Krandel ’09
Philadelphia, PA
Sunday, January 11
Hosted by Erin Owen ’94, Sean Foreman ’94, and Adrianne Klein ’08
Portland, OR
Sunday, January 18
Hosted by Heidi Eggert ’95
Seattle, WA (registration coming soon)
Sunday, January 18
Hosted by Steve MacFarlane ’82 and Nancy Ying ’95
Providence, RI (Southern New England)
Thursday, January 22
Hosted by Jake Joseph ’11 and Anna Halpin-Healy ’13
Washington, D.C.
Sunday, January 11
Hosted by Kartik Sheth ’93 and Greg Gaines ’72
Interested in hosting a Grinnell Winter Gathering in your area next year?
We’re always looking for local hosts for our regional events. Don’t worry, it’s easier than you think, and we’re here to help. Just find a suitable venue, plan some activities, and we’ll invite your local Grinnell community. Contact Monique Armbrister, associate director of alumni relations, at armbristerm@grinnell.edu or 641-269-4417 to get started.