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RISE for Youth Career Fair (By Invitation) Jul 25, 2022 02:30 PM Nov 14, 2022 10:10 AM Exhibitors include Open Beam, Diversity Council, Post Bulletin, IBM, First Alliance Credit Unition, RPS, RPD, Olmsted County, Mayo, UMR, KTTC, RCTC, Winona State, Rochester Fire Department, Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce, IBM
Pamoja Women's Annual Iftar Dinner Mar 23, 2024 09:00 PM Mar 25, 2024 08:53 AM Please register to join Pamoja Women in a fast-breaking food sharing evening in the holy month of Ramadan.
Our Kids and Our Future: A Vision for Rochester Public Schools Apr 13, 2024 12:00 PM Apr 02, 2024 11:29 AM
SE MN Technovation Client Needs Day (2019) Jan 13, 2019 05:00 PM Dec 04, 2018 08:33 AM
Rochester's Black Legacy: A Traveling Exhibit - Still We Rise Feb 16, 2024 05:00 AM Feb 15, 2024 11:26 AM Nationwide, Black History Month will be celebrated in February 2024. This presents a rich opportunity for the Rochester community to honor its local and regional Black history and to celebrate the vibrant and dynamic community that makes up Rochester today.
Pfizer Covid-19 vaccacines for 5 year-olds Jun 26, 2022 03:00 PM Jul 01, 2022 01:51 PM
Christmas Anonymous – Rochester MN 2022 Dec 10, 2022 04:00 PM Dec 02, 2022 08:02 AM Helping families in need via our ‘store’ where parents can shop without paying for new and gently-used toys; teen gifts; boys and girls new clothing; new hats, gloves, and knitwear; and new or used shoes, boots, and skates.
Latino Fest 2024 Sep 14, 2024 06:00 PM Aug 28, 2024 01:28 PM Dance Get ready to move and groove to the infectious beats of Latino music! The air will be filled with the rhythm of salsa, merengue, bachata, and more. Don't be shy to join in on the dance floor – our talented dancers will gladly teach you a step or two! Food Indulge in a culinary adventure like no other! Savor the delectable flavors of traditional Latino cuisine. From tantalizing gorditas to mouthwatering mangonadas, your taste buds are in for an absolute treat! Culture This event is not just about celebration; it's about unity and fostering a sense of community. Latino Fest brings together diverse cultures under one roof, promoting understanding, friendship, and harmony. The event will be held inside and outside tentative of the weather
Latino Fest 2023 Sep 16, 2023 07:00 PM Sep 12, 2023 07:57 AM Saturday, September 16: Latino Fest – Join the Alliance of Chicanos, Hispano, and Latino Americans (ACHLA) on September 16th from 12pm-10pm for art, food, music and community coming together in a dazzling celebration! Experience the richness of Latin culture inside the historic Chateau Theatre and out at the vibrant Peace Plaza. Let's dance, enjoy and come together for an unforgettable day of unity and fun! There is no cost for this event.
June Valuing Others Together Thursday Night Lights Jun 13, 2024 07:00 PM Jun 07, 2024 09:44 AM Digging Deeper...Awesome Questions to discuss with a new friend
Rochester Area Volunteer Fair Apr 21, 2025 01:30 PM Mar 21, 2025 05:23 PM
CNG Mtg - What do we do next with the Compass Points dashboard? Jan 26, 2017 09:00 AM Sep 24, 2021 09:39 AM
Community Matters: Creative Solutions to Hire, Retain and Develop Employees Feb 19, 2020 01:00 PM Feb 19, 2020 01:26 PM
Rochester First Electric Public Transit Buses Ribbon Cutting Jul 08, 2022 02:30 PM Jul 02, 2022 11:03 AM
Star Tribune Minnesota Matters Rochester May 29, 2024 02:00 PM Jun 05, 2024 09:42 AM Star Tribune journalists and editors are coming to Rochester to learn from you.
Cambodian Annual Picnic Jul 04, 2024 04:00 PM Jun 28, 2024 10:46 AM You are cordially invited to join us for the Cambodian Annual Picnic, a celebration of our community's success and unity! As we gather together to share in the joy of our community's accomplishments, we extend an open invitation to all to join us for an afternoon of food, fun, friendship and story sharing of our past. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with our fellow community members, make new friends, and create lasting memories.
September 2022 DMC Board Meeting Sep 22, 2022 12:00 PM Oct 24, 2022 09:50 AM
DMC Board Meeting Sep 25, 2018 12:00 PM May 05, 2021 11:41 AM
DMC Discussion with Carlson and Campion May 07, 2021 12:00 PM May 05, 2021 11:39 AM
Unlock Your Future Jun 27, 2024 02:30 PM Jun 24, 2024 12:21 PM FREE Financial Aid support to complete FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) & MN Dream Act Application to support your education
DMCC November 10, 2022 Board Meeting Nov 10, 2022 12:00 PM Mar 15, 2024 11:35 AM Topics include: Patient, companion, visitor, employee and resident experince Metrics: 7:48 Survey: 15:42 Soldiers Field Memorial 32:00 Equity 40:57 Discovery Square 54:30 Mortenson 59:16 Prospecting Occupants 1:09 Additional Business 1:11:03 Survey result comments 1:20:04 Heart of the city 1:29:48 Mobility 1:33:25 DEI 1:35:08 Diversity Council Comments 1:48:07 Equitable Co-design 1:49:03 Relationship Building 1:53:13 Comments 1:58:08 Main Street Grant 2:09:15
2023 Destination Medical Center’s Annual Meeting Sep 21, 2023 06:00 PM Mar 15, 2024 10:54 AM Destination Medical Center Economic Development Agency cordially invites you to our 2023 Annual Meeting on September 21, 2023. The meeting will be held near Soldiers Memorial Field in the grassy area east of Zumbro Lutheran Church from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm. Please register on the Eventbrite page. If you have any questions, please reach out to Anna Hicok at annahicok@dmceda.org. We hope to see you there! The Destination Medical Center team
2022 Destination Medical Center’s Annual Meeting Sep 15, 2022 07:00 PM Aug 29, 2022 09:33 AM
Techsoap Course: Use Data to Drive Greater Impact Sep 15, 2022 12:00 PM Aug 29, 2022 09:32 AM
Third Judicial District Report on April 2016: Conversation with the Black Community Nov 03, 2016 08:30 PM Jul 10, 2024 09:39 AM The Third Judicial District Equal Justice Committee (EJC) held this Community Listening Session in collaboration with the Diversity Council of Rochester. The purpose of the session was to listen to the perspective of local underrepresented populations in order to learn what they believe the court can do better with respect to understanding their experiences.
October 2016 CNG Large Group Meeting Oct 27, 2016 09:00 AM Oct 19, 2016 05:04 AM
Women Magazine: Friendship Party Nov 03, 2022 07:30 PM Oct 12, 2022 08:16 AM
Annual MPR Connects Rochester Event - In the Dark Season 2 Oct 11, 2018 07:00 PM Oct 05, 2018 09:10 PM
June 2022: Community for Health Jun 17, 2022 11:00 AM Apr 22, 2023 11:27 AM
Night Market 2022 Finale Sep 10, 2022 10:00 PM Jul 15, 2022 09:46 AM MID-AUTUMN FEST FINALE, 40+ VENDORS
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Upcoming Events
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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