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2025 Minnesota Joint Disparity Study May 30, 2024 12:30 PM Jun 01, 2024 09:55 AM Igbal Mohammed Office of Equity in Procurement - Manager 50 Sherburne Avenue, Suite 112 Saint Paul, MN 55155 (651) 201-2421 igbal.mohammed@state.mn.us
Community Involvement Session: Candidate Training Apr 17, 2024 06:00 PM Apr 12, 2024 03:08 PM Join United Way of Olmsted County and BIPOC community leaders for a training for individuals interested in running for office
The Power of Encouragement Apr 25, 2024 07:30 PM Apr 19, 2024 04:54 PM Special Guest: Gwendolyn Amstutz First Lady of Encouragement Healthcare Administration; Additional Guest: Dr. Kent Pekel Rochester Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Pekel is a Master Encourager of students, parents, and teachers.
Photovoice Photography Mar 05, 2024 08:30 PM Apr 27, 2024 07:36 AM Photovoice is a photography exhibit with a twist! This project asked immigrant leaders from within the Latinx and Somali communities to document health issues they see firsthand in our communities through photographs and each make a policy recommendation based on their work.
CMRC Interlock Meeting with RAEDI and SBDC/Rochester Jan 19, 2024 12:00 PM Jan 22, 2024 08:36 AM Introduce CMRC Purpose, Explore business case for CMRC and future collaboration potentials,
Home Ownership Education Jan 23, 2024 02:30 PM Jan 17, 2024 10:14 AM Speakers may include: Mortgage Broker, Real Estate Agent, Home Inspectors, Insurance Agent
City Council Study Session: Future Transformation in the city Jan 17, 2024 05:30 PM Jan 18, 2024 10:44 AM Potential for transformation throughout the city will be the topic of a two-part Rochester City Council discussion starting Wednesday. With Mayo Clinic planning a $5 billion investment with its “Bold. Forward. Unbound. in Rochester” initiative, city staff will be asking the council for direction amid continuing change in the city.
MNCare Public Option Tour: Health Care Listening Session Jan 18, 2024 08:00 PM Jan 18, 2024 07:35 AM Come show that the Med City wants health insurance companies to have less power over healthcare, not more.
PowerShift (TM) Launch with Thomas Thomison Dec 12, 2023 12:00 PM Dec 07, 2023 11:40 AM
Mayo Clinic DEI: Pathway Programs Part II Dec 11, 2023 01:00 PM Dec 04, 2023 07:36 PM
Journie: Graduation Class of Fall 2023 Dec 09, 2023 12:30 PM Dec 04, 2023 10:07 AM We have reached a milestone in our journey 🎓 RSVP to join us: journieproject@gmail.com. Our youth who suffer trauma in various ways have successfully completed the 8 Steps to Promotion Workshop. The workshop is an 8 week program that focuses on life skills. Despite the challenges they continue to face at home and in society they continued dedicating their time to personal growth. Because of that, we want to acknowledge their hard work and efforts by giving them memorable experiences outside of their local neighborhoods to expand their creative conscience. An investment in our youth is an investment in our future. Help us celebrate our local future leaders. Support our graduate field trip by donating to our GiveMN fundraiser link in our bio. This program is made possible by our amazing sponsors at @uwolmsted @125livemn
Olmsted County: Truth in Taxation Meeting Dec 07, 2023 08:00 PM Nov 15, 2023 09:02 AM Property owners wanting to learn more about county budget information are invited to attend a public hearing, the Truth in Taxation meeting, at the Olmsted County Government Center Board Room on December 7, 2023, at 6 p.m.
CMRC July 2023 Meeting Jul 20, 2023 06:00 PM Nov 15, 2023 07:41 AM Topics: Olmsted County Updates - Joint Study on Race and Racism impacts on BIPOC Health
Age Friendly Olmsted County Annual Update Feb 08, 2024 08:00 PM Feb 22, 2024 07:48 AM Attendees will learn about AFOC 2024 plans for continuing the efforts of the last year and new initiatives related to age friendly businesses and universities.
Olmsted County Adult Mental Health Local Advisory Council Info Sharing Nov 09, 2023 02:00 PM Nov 06, 2023 08:57 AM Do you live with a mental illness or have a family member who does? Share your experience and knowledge by joining the Olmsted County Adult Mental Health Local Advisory Council! An informational meeting is being held Thursday, November 9, 2023, from 12:30 to 2 pm. at Family Service Rochester (4600 18th Ave NW, Rochester).
CMRC Special Meeting: BUILD Up Trust Nov 03, 2023 01:00 PM Nov 07, 2023 08:19 PM Open meeting to gauge interests in coordinating NIH Build Up Trust Grant or future similar opportunities.
UMR State of the Campus 2023 Nov 08, 2023 12:30 PM Oct 27, 2023 10:13 AM
Nonprofit Consortium: Commitment to Racial Justice Updates Oct 23, 2023 01:00 PM Oct 21, 2023 09:24 AM An informational meeting to discuss the upcoming changes to the Commitment to Racial Justice. The undersigned are strongly encouraged to attend!
Council for Minnesotans of African Heritage: Rochester Listening Session Oct 28, 2023 01:00 PM Nov 06, 2023 11:15 AM Discuss the State of Black and African Communities in Rochester. Open to the Public
ICAM: DIWALI CULTURAL EVENT Nov 11, 2023 09:50 PM Nov 17, 2023 09:25 AM Indian Cultural Association of Minnesota (ICAM), with the support of the Hindu Samaj Temple, will be organizing in person Diwali cultural event this year. This vibrant affair combines Music, Dance, and other attractions that have come to be intrinsically associated with Diwali.
NIH Build UP Trust Grant Webinar Oct 17, 2023 11:00 AM Oct 13, 2023 09:11 AM The Build UP Trust Challenge will host a live Q&A Webinar at noon Eastern Time on Tuesday, October 17, 2023. During the webinar, we will provide an overview of the competition, walk through the website, and answer questions.
Redlining & Racial Covenants Oct 19, 2023 06:30 PM Sep 30, 2023 11:41 AM Phil Wheeler Presentation on history of racial covenants in Olmsted County, the homeownership gap, and impacts to affordable Housing
October 23, 2023 CMRC Meeting Oct 23, 2023 06:00 PM Oct 26, 2023 07:50 AM Topics Include: NIH Build UP Trust Challenge, Protect Minnesota, City of Rochester Sales Tax, RCTC CTE Feedback, Olmsted County Park Co-design
October 23, 2023 CMRC Meeting Oct 23, 2023 06:00 PM Nov 15, 2023 07:39 AM Topics Include: NIH Build UP Trust Challenge, Protect Minnesota, City of Rochester Sales Tax, RCTC CTE Feedback, Olmsted County Park Co-design
Olmsted County SHIP Open House Sep 28, 2023 05:00 PM Nov 15, 2023 11:22 AM To showcase 28 Olmsted County's Statewide Health Improvement Partnership (SHIP) Projects
Rochester Public Schools Technology Referendum Meeting convened by Rochester Area Nonprofit Consortium Sep 20, 2023 03:00 PM Sep 18, 2023 12:31 PM Superintendent Kent Pekel will speak on the referendum that the Rochester School Board has voted to place on the ballot in November to generate funding to enhance technology upgrades, operations, and academic initiatives in Rochester Public Schools.
In the City for Good: School Referendum Oct 19, 2023 08:00 PM Sep 28, 2023 01:04 PM Superintendent Kent Pekel will join us to share information and address the upcoming School referendum. Index cards will be provided for questions from the audience.
In the City for Good: City Administrator Alison Zelms Sep 20, 2023 08:00 PM Sep 29, 2023 11:56 AM How city government works, current issues, and public engagement. Location: Christ United Methodist Church, 400 5th Av SW (enter at the 5th Av doors)
Mayor Norton: Short Term End Childhood Hunger Taskforce Convening Sep 13, 2023 11:30 AM Sep 06, 2023 08:10 AM As part of the White House National Strategy on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health and the Mayor’s Alliance to End Childhood Hunger by 2030, Mayor Norton is coordinating a short-term City-wide task force to develop a blueprint to achieve the goals. There will also be an opportunity to share what is already happening in our community as well as sharing ideas for partnership and promoting other’s activities. (Resources noted below.)
SBDC: How Do I Start a Business - Session 3 Oct 26, 2023 08:00 PM Aug 22, 2023 11:48 AM Finding money for you business
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1. A list of Beam aware upcoming community events of all types. 

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Upcoming Events
RAVA Holiday Happy Hour Dec 19, 2024 04:30 PM - 06:30 PM — Forager Brewery
Rochester City Council Swearing In Public Hearing Jan 06, 2025 05:00 PM - 06:30 PM — Olmsted County Government Center, 151 4th St SE, Rochester, MN 55904
RPS Jan 2025 Family Engagement Meeting: Opportunities for Students to Earn College Credit in High School Jan 14, 2025 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM — Virtual
The Sound of Gospel Music Feb 28, 2025 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM
United Way of Olmsted County Centennial Gala Mar 15, 2025 06:00 PM - 08:30 PM — J. Powers at the Hilton in Downtown Rochester
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