Canterbury School
New Milford, CT
Canterbury Class of 1976 - 50th Reunion
Come back to the place you once called home, relive cherished memories (and make some new ones!), and renew the unique bonds formed in your youth that continue today.
A full weekend of events and activities is planned to help you celebrate, beginning with special gatherings on Thursday and continuing with a full day on campus Friday, including the opportunity to attend a school meeting and a special Mass in the Chapel of Our Lady. The celebration continues with dinner receptions on both Friday and Saturday evenings, along with a student panel, campus tour, and more.
In honor of your milestone anniversary, the 50th Reunion class is invited to attend the weekend as our complimentary guests—all registration fees are waived for you and your guest.
Date and time
Wednesday, September 16th, 2026 –
Sunday, September 20th, 2026
Organizer
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Schedule of Events (Please note that this schedule is subject to change as details are finalized.)
Wednesday-Thursday | A Day in New Milford
Begin your return home with stays on Lake Waramaug, a round of golf, dinner and cocktails with old friends
Friday | A Day Back on Campus & A Night to Celebrate
Begin your return to Canterbury with a day designed to reconnect you to the rhythm and spirit of campus life.
9:00 AM
Registration Opens – Arrive, settle in, and reconnect
10:00–10:45 AM
Attend School Meeting – Experience a live glimpse into today’s Canterbury
11:00 AM
Special Mass in the Chapel of Our Lady with Father Brendan Horan
12:15 PM
Private Lunch & Conversation with Caroline Blatti
1:30 PM
Student Panel & State of the School – Hear directly from the voices shaping Canterbury today
2:30 - 4:00PM
Campus Tour, Time to Explore, or Relax & Refresh for the Evening
Friday Evening | A Night Out Together
6:00–9:00 PM
Private Class Dinner in downtown New Milford
Hosted at Lucia Ristorante
An intimate evening to reconnect, reminisce, and celebrate—just your class.
Saturday | Celebrate, Reflect & Reconnect
Ease into the day with a return to campus—revisiting familiar spaces, discovering what’s new, and enjoying meaningful moments with classmates.
9:30 AM
Registration Opens & Old Guard Arrival – Welcome back and reconnect as the day begins
10:15 - 11:30 AM
Campus Tours & Classroom Visits – Step back into the classrooms and walk the paths that shaped your Canterbury experience
11:45 AM
Introduction to the Carillon Society
A special 30-minute session with Pete Cotier ’86 P ‘19, ‘20 offering insight into legacy giving and the enduring impact of supporting Canterbury’s future
12:30 PM
Lunch & 50th Reunion Exhibit – Gather as a class and enjoy a curated look back at your time on campus
Afternoon
Alumni Games & Sideline Celebration – Cheer on Canterbury athletics with fellow alumni in a spirited show of community
Followed by Time to Relax, Explore, or Prepare for the Evening
Saturday Evening | A Signature Celebration
Cocktails with Caroline Blatti | O’Connor House
Spend the evening with Canterbury’s Head of School in a welcoming, intimate setting—an opportunity for conversation, connection, and reflection.
1976 & Old Guard Private Dinner | Academic Hub
An elegant evening to honor your milestone reunion—celebrating lifelong friendships, shared memories, and the legacy of your class.
Sunday Breakfast | River and Rail Cafe
Swing by for a quick bite and coffee on your way out of town—one last chance to say goodbye and carry the spirit of the weekend with you.