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Explore Rochester and Give Back: Support Black-owned businesses Feb 24, 2024 04:00 PM Feb 15, 2024 01:04 PM As Black History Month 2024 draws to a close, the Rochester Branch of the NAACP proudly announces the culmination event, the 2nd Annual Black Excellence Expo. Organized in collaboration with partners such as the Minority Business Network, Black Entrepreneurship Team, Destination Medical Center, and the City of Rochester, the Expo promises to be a celebration of achievement, creativity and entrepreneurship.
Immigrant Law Center of Minnesota Jan 17, 2025 04:00 PM Jan 16, 2025 07:54 PM Policies and Practices to Expect; How to Prepare if You Do Not have Legal or Permanent Status; Overview of Immigration Court Process
Cradle to Career Plan Review Due Feb 25, 2025 05:00 PM Feb 08, 2025 10:20 AM Please review the attached slide deck and then complete the Google Form link below to share feedback. They asked that you please complete the form with your feedback by Tuesday, February 25th.
Winter Salt Week: Promoting Sustainable Winter Maintenance and Protecting Freshwater Resources Jan 31, 2025 02:00 PM Jan 25, 2025 01:17 PM This initiative is dedicated to raising awareness about the environmental impacts of salt use during winter months and promoting strategies for reducing chloride pollution in our freshwater systems. The event includes a variety of educational opportunities for community members, local leaders and environmental advocates.
Year of Respect Featuring Dr. Jim Miser Aug 22, 2024 07:00 PM Aug 03, 2024 10:44 AM An Incredible and Inspiring Story! Pediatricians Jim & Angela Miser have been “People on a Mission” their entire adult lives.
Community Dental Care’s Open House Oct 20, 2017 05:00 PM May 10, 2024 10:28 AM
C4G: MENTAL ILLNESS AND HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS ISSUES May 23, 2024 08:30 PM May 20, 2024 08:16 AM Sarah Knispel and Lee Formella will join us to discuss the relationship between mental illness and housing and homelessness presented with facts and legislative actions. Additionally they will share how we can approach, respect and treat our brothers and sisters around us suffering from mental illness. Sarah started as a Mental Health Specialist working with social well-being in the streets of Brooklyn.
MPR Connects Presents MPR News with Angela Davis Jun 06, 2024 06:00 PM May 26, 2024 11:43 AM June 6th, MPR Connects Presents MPR News with Angela Davis. 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm, The Chateau Theatre.
Mayo Clinic Equity and Inclusion in Healthcare Conference 2017 Oct 28, 2017 04:15 PM Oct 11, 2017 12:14 PM
Black History Month - The Arts, Virtual Story Time Feb 17, 2024 11:30 AM Feb 19, 2024 11:41 AM Bring your kiddos and virtually join us for fun and empowering stories of Black Artists.
Midwest Trauma-Informed Schools Conference Nov 17, 2017 04:00 PM Sep 26, 2017 10:59 AM
Toward a More Perfect Union: Asian Pacific Minnestans Leadership Award Dinner Oct 19, 2017 08:30 PM Mar 05, 2024 08:13 AM
Interfaith Immigration Prayer Service Jan 12, 2025 04:00 PM Jan 16, 2025 07:34 PM When our immigrant neighbors are threatened how can we be silent?
Housing Alernatives for Seniors May 13, 2024 12:00 PM May 07, 2024 07:57 AM 10am-12pm, Tuesday, May 14 Join Jim to learn about the housing alternatives for seniors within our community. He will discuss condos, townhome, cooperative, independent living, assisted living and more. Presenter: Jim Miner Free social members | $10 fitness members | $20 nonmembers. Register by May 13, 2024.
Co-Design Facilitator Spring 2024 Cohort Graduation May 15, 2024 08:00 PM Aug 13, 2024 10:32 AM Join the Rochester Co-Design Community to celebrate our third Facilitator Cohort Graduation! The graduates each completed 25 hours of training over 4 months, learning skills to support successful and meaningful co-design projects. This celebration will provide an opportunity to connect, network, and recruit our next co-design facilitator cohort. Cake and beverages will be provided. We hope that you can make it. Registration is encouraged but not required.
Black History Month - Renaissance of Black Arts in Rochester Feb 10, 2024 12:30 PM Jan 29, 2024 09:36 AM
Building a Community of Faith, Health and Wellness Oct 02, 2017 07:30 PM Sep 11, 2017 05:37 PM
Community feedback session for racial/ethnic data collection and reporting Oct 02, 2017 08:30 PM Sep 10, 2017 09:26 AM
2024 EduTech Outlook Sep 27, 2024 11:00 AM Sep 22, 2024 11:13 AM The greater Rochester area possesses a strong and engaged collection of higher education institutions. These organizations play an important role in training the future workforce and next generation of leaders. In addition, these educational institutions employ a significant number of people in the region. It is critical for the business community to maintain a close relationship with higher ed, and the EduTech Outlook is an event which provides this opportunity. From updates on projects and initiatives, to identifying emerging workforce trends, this annual event connects businesses and education leaders to discuss collaboration and engagement opportunities between the private and educational sectors.
From Prevention to Crisis: Mental Health Services & Opportunities Oct 26, 2017 09:00 AM Oct 17, 2020 01:22 PM
UMR Students Diversity Dialogue: Microaggressions & Unconscious Bias (By Invitation) Feb 14, 2023 05:00 PM Feb 03, 2023 08:14 AM Discuss how microaggressions exist in society today
UMR Black Student Union: Ebony Night (For UMR Students, Staff/Faculty) Mar 18, 2023 07:00 PM Mar 27, 2023 09:11 AM Door Open 5:30 pm and the event starts at 6:00pm. Panel discussions and guest speakers
September 2017 CNG Meeting: Housing, P2S Plan Update, Village Updates Sep 28, 2017 09:00 AM Sep 09, 2017 07:45 AM
CNG Steering Committee Meeting Sep 06, 2017 09:00 AM Sep 02, 2017 09:22 AM
Discover Discovery Square Dec 08, 2022 04:30 PM Dec 07, 2022 01:31 PM You are cordially invited to Discover Discovery Square – an event to celebrate the completion of phase 1 of the next signature public space in the DMC District, Discovery Walk, and to recognize the continued progress in the Discovery Square subdistrict.
Thermal Energy Network Symposium Mar 14, 2024 05:00 PM Mar 02, 2024 12:55 PM Participants will benefit from two days of insights, learnings, and information leaving them with a robust foundation on how to start their community or city on the path toward installation of these thermal energy networks. In addition, participants will have made valuable acquaintances and contacts that will help guide them along the way.
America City for Health Meeting Nov 18, 2022 11:00 AM Jul 31, 2024 09:52 AM Progress on the co-design training and discuss the 2023 plan for co-design facilitator and leadership training cohorts, as well as look for feedback and direction for recruitment. Share progress and timeline for the Bloomberg Mayors Challenge Prize work.
Rochester City Council Ward 2 Candidate Forum Jul 22, 2024 07:45 PM Jul 12, 2024 10:05 AM
4Q 2022 December HAPP Meeting Dec 08, 2022 09:00 AM Dec 07, 2022 01:30 PM Quarterly Olmsted County Health Asessment & Planning Meeting. The purpose of the health assessment and planning partnership is to engage and inspire all sectors of the community to continually improve our community’s health through assessment, planning, and implementation efforts.
3Q 2023 September HAPP Meeting Sep 14, 2023 09:00 AM Sep 20, 2023 07:20 AM CHAP Communications Project Recap; CHIP Collective Impact Update; Core Agency Updates; Community Announcements and Sharing
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Two types of event information being shared in the following:

1. A list of Beam aware upcoming community events of all types. 

2. A list of noteworthy past events that have one or more of the following contents: presentation slides, video recordings as well as takeaways. 

Upcoming Events
Leave No One Behind Apr 27, 2025 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM — Christ United Methodist Church
Re-launch Coming to the Table Apr 28, 2025 05:30 PM - 07:00 PM — Rochester Public Library
Understanding Link BRT Public Information Sessions Apr 29, 2025 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM — Virtual
11th Annual EarthFest Expo May 03, 2025 09:30 AM - 02:30 PM — Saint Mary's University - Rochester Campus
ICAM - Happy Ugadi May 03, 2025 04:30 PM - 06:30 PM — Kellog Middle School
Southeast Minnesota Community Mental Health and Wellness Conference May 05, 2025 08:30 AM - 02:30 PM — International Event Center 7333 Airport View Dr SW Rochester, MN 55902
507 Experience Day May 07, 2025 08:00 AM - 07:00 PM — Anywhere in the 507 (Phone) Area Code
Rochester Pride 2025 May 17, 2025 12:00 PM - 05:00 PM — Soldiers Memorial Field Park
Coming to the Table 2025 National Gathering Jun 12, 2025 - Jun 15, 2025 — Radisson Hotel St. Paul Downtown 161 St. Anthony Avenue Saint Paul, MN 55103
2025 Juneteenth Breakfast Jubilee Jun 19, 2025 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM — Empire Event Center
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