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RAVA Virtual Networking Meeting Jul 21, 2022 12:00 PM Jul 23, 2022 09:20 AM
La Tapatia Mexican Restaurant – COVID19 Vaccination Event Jun 30, 2022 07:00 PM Jul 01, 2022 03:58 PM
UMR & Mayo Clinic Present Kern Center Connects: Diversity Science Sep 20, 2022 07:00 PM Sep 19, 2022 05:18 PM Exploring projects, concepts, and structure
Taste of Asia Oct 23, 2022 07:00 PM Oct 26, 2022 12:54 PM
Public Review of ROCOG Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) Sep 07, 2022 01:00 PM Sep 01, 2022 03:38 PM Public Input Sought for State and Federal Transportation Projects
Community Memorial Service for Our Unhoused Neighbors Jun 10, 2024 08:00 PM May 24, 2024 12:50 PM June 10 5 p.m. at Rochester Civic Theater; Community Meal to follow at The Landing. Sponsored by local faith leaders and nonprofit service providers.
August Electric Vehicles Display At Rochester Farmers Market Aug 13, 2022 12:00 PM Aug 13, 2022 09:20 AM
September, 2022 HAPP Meeting 3Q Meeting Sep 08, 2022 09:00 AM Oct 06, 2023 08:49 AM
Collider: Overcoming Self Doubt to Build your Dream Business Nov 15, 2023 05:00 PM Nov 15, 2023 10:22 AM Collider! Wednesday November 15th will be a full day of activities at Collider. Join us to kick off the day with a panel discussion, "Overcoming Self Doubt to Build your Dream Business." This conversation, featuring 3 female entrepreneurs and leaders in the community, will tackle some very important issues in learning how to break through your own self-limiting beliefs to pursue your passions. We hope you can join us at 8:30AM for this important discussion.
September 2022 Rochester Area Foundation: Fall DEI Practitioner Convening and Luncheon (By Invitation) Sep 30, 2022 12:00 PM Dec 15, 2022 08:57 AM Using Design Lab to frame the conversations
March 2023 Rochester Area Foundation: Spring DEI Practitioner Convening and Luncheon (By Invitation) Mar 24, 2023 12:00 PM Mar 29, 2023 11:34 AM RAF’s DEI Committee has committed to supporting area DEI practitioners by providing space where relationships can be strengthened, wisdom can be shared, opportunities to collaborate and maximize limited resources can be identified, and current and new DEI efforts can be built, improved, and promoted.
December 2022 Rochester Area Foundation: Winter DEI Practitioner Convening and Luncheon (By Invitation) Dec 09, 2022 12:00 PM Dec 13, 2022 06:44 AM RAF’s DEI Committee has committed to supporting area DEI practitioners by providing space where relationships can be strengthened, wisdom can be shared, opportunities to collaborate and maximize limited resources can be identified, and current and new DEI efforts can be built, improved, and promoted.
June 2023 Rochester Area Foundation: Summer DEI Practitioner Convening and Luncheon (By Invitation) Jun 09, 2023 01:00 PM Sep 20, 2023 08:24 AM RAF’s DEI Committee has committed to supporting area DEI practitioners by providing space where relationships can be strengthened, wisdom can be shared, opportunities to collaborate and maximize limited resources can be identified, and current and new DEI efforts can be built, improved, and promoted. Summary report of work.
October 2023 Rochester Area Foundation: Fall DEI Practitioner Convening and Luncheon (By Invitation) Oct 06, 2023 10:30 AM Aug 22, 2023 08:18 AM A retreat that will focus on equipping DEI practitioners with practical tools to manage stress and invest in their overall wellness through practices focused on mindfulness, self-love, restoration, and healing.
Diversity Council 2022 - Reflect, Repair, Restore (A centering celebration) Aug 11, 2022 08:00 PM Aug 11, 2022 12:38 PM
How do you raise thousands of dollars at your fundraising event in mere minutes? Jan 18, 2023 01:15 PM Dec 19, 2022 01:45 PM The answer: An authentic and compelling ask! With 228 events completed as a team in 2022, join Fladeboe Advancement consultants, Kristin Kroll and Kate Pearce, as they share their best practices for creating an inspiring and effective mission-based ask at your next in-person, virtual, or hybrid event.
Chaunukah with Chabad of Southern Minnesota Dec 12, 2023 08:00 PM Dec 04, 2023 07:44 PM
RPS April 2024 Family Engagement Meeting Apr 09, 2024 11:30 AM Mar 16, 2024 10:53 AM Youth Voice & Student Leadership, with a presentation facilitated by Sarah-Louise Henry, RPS Coordinator of Youth Empowerment, Department of Equity and Engagement.
RPS March 2024 Family Engagement Meeting Mar 12, 2024 11:30 AM Mar 16, 2024 11:11 AM RPS Family Engagement CAPE @ Gage Highlights; Presentation on RPS Mental Health for Families with Sarah Clarke, RPS Mental Health Coordinator
MLK Birthday: Rising Above Fear Jan 16, 2023 02:00 PM Jan 18, 2023 07:43 AM MLK Breakfast; Freedom March Rally; Commemorative Celebration & Birthday Party
RPS Feb 2024 Family Engagement Meeting Feb 13, 2024 11:30 AM Feb 21, 2024 11:43 AM School Counseling and Family Engagement, with a presentation from Alex Higano, Lead School Counselor, and perspectives from RPS school counselors.
RPS January 2024 Family Engagement Meeting Jan 09, 2024 11:30 AM Jan 15, 2024 07:17 AM Welcome: Meet parents and staff in person, enjoy refreshments (9:45-10:15) • Snapshot Spotlight on Host Site: Sunset Terrace Family Engagement Highlights (10:15-10:30) • Culturally responsive "Fostering Family Partnerships" interactive workshop led by Beth Martinez, Parent Advocate at Cradle to Career, and Khadija Ali, Parent Advisory Council Member and co-founder of Pamoja Women. (10:30-11:30) • Optional Tour of Sunset Terrace (11:30-11:45)
RPS November 2023 Family Engagement Meeting at Franklin and MAF Elementary School Nov 14, 2023 11:30 AM Nov 17, 2023 11:33 AM Thank you to Principal Sam Pearson for welcoming us, to staff and families at Franklin for hosting our meeting, and special thanks to Jennine Staven (Franklin Family Engagement Liaison) and Intisar Khan (Franklin Community Schools Site Facilitator), who presented on Franklin Family Engagement & Community Schools Highlights.
When Driving is Not an Option Feb 11, 2025 08:00 PM Jan 31, 2025 08:43 AM Join author Anna Zivarts in a presentation and discussion of what Rochester can gain by creating a community accessible to all! Over 30% of our country cannot drive. Here in Rochester, that number is even higher.
RPS Public School Board Study Session - Strategic Plan Status Oct 11, 2022 12:00 PM Oct 16, 2022 03:28 PM Strategic Plan: System-Level Goals, Measures, and Improvement Targets Planning
Rochester Public Library Foundation 2024 Fundraiser Jan 27, 2024 06:30 PM Jan 22, 2024 09:10 AM Chef, Seth Essar - Learn How to Make Pasta From Scratch Demonstration Award Winning Author, Teresa Waldof - Speaking about her book & her Amazing Chemist, Grandfather KIMT 3 Meteorologist, Sean Macaday - Sharing his passion for Books, Nature, and Conservation Plus you'll have an opportunity to bid on a pasta making/wine dinner experience with Chef Seth!
Covid-19 Vaccination, Wellness & Healings Circle Mar 18, 2023 07:00 PM Mar 08, 2023 01:54 PM $50 Gift card for each dose and booster
Project HEALINGS Minneapolis – Vaccination Pop-up Event Jul 10, 2022 05:00 PM Jul 01, 2022 03:59 PM
RAF: DEI Practitioner Monthly Drop-In Session Nov 16, 2022 05:00 PM Nov 14, 2022 07:59 AM Share in a safe space, build relationships, encourage, collaborate together.
Kim Norton's "Oasis of Peace" Meeting Nov 22, 2016 08:30 PM Jul 10, 2024 09:36 AM Please stop by the Rochester Public Library Auditorium tonight between 7:30 and 9:00 with ideas and creative thoughts to help assure Rochester is an oasis of peace and safety for everyone living in, working in or visiting our community!
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Leave No One Behind Apr 27, 2025 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM — Christ United Methodist Church
11th Annual EarthFest Expo May 03, 2025 09:30 AM - 02:30 PM — Saint Mary's University - Rochester Campus
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
2025 Juneteenth Breakfast Jubilee Jun 19, 2025 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM — Empire Event Center
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