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C4G: Coffee with City Council President Randy Schubring (4/19/25) Apr 19, 2025 11:30 AM Apr 15, 2025 10:48 AM Convened by In the City for Good--Join us with your comments and issues on Saturday April 19th at 10 a.m. at Novios Café.
NAACP Rochester Branch Elections Nov 16, 2024 02:00 PM Nov 12, 2024 10:39 AM In accordance with the 2024 National NAACP Election Procedures, the election date was chosen during the Rochester Branch’s August 16 General Membership Meeting. Since then, and with guidance and oversight from the National NAACP, the Rochester Branch established the Branch Nominating Committee in September and the Election Supervisory Committee in October.
Oral histories Apr 10, 2025 08:30 PM Apr 07, 2025 11:32 AM Oral histories & stories of the descendants of abolitionists
Ready to Lead 2022 Final Session Mar 29, 2022 06:30 PM Mar 28, 2022 06:05 PM
Ready to Lead 2024 Winter Cohort Jan 31, 2024 07:30 PM Jan 17, 2024 10:08 AM Ready to Lead brings together a small group of people to teach the basics of how to participate in and lead meetings, what to expect and how to contribute in a meaningful way, and the roles and responsibilities of board/committee volunteers. You’ll graduate feeling confident with your new skills; have a community mentor, and an expanded network of friends.
Human Library at International Day of Persons with Disabilities Dec 03, 2018 06:00 PM Oct 06, 2020 09:21 PM
DMC "Community for Health" Stakeholder Meeting Oct 23, 2020 11:00 AM Aug 01, 2024 09:16 AM This month, we will be offering updates on who we are sharing the co-design approach and Discovery Walk project outcomes with as well as other co-design projects we may support in 2021 and beyond. Additionally, we will discuss the role of this working group as we look to expand the use of co-design around the region.
Creating American's City for Health Sep 21, 2018 12:00 PM Nov 28, 2018 07:23 AM
City for Health Meeting and Next Steps Dec 14, 2018 12:00 PM Dec 11, 2018 06:44 PM
Cradle to Career: High School Graduation Network Oct 22, 2024 02:00 PM Nov 05, 2024 08:31 AM Check-in, Announcements and Updates, Workgroups, Share, Checkout
RPS Apr 2025 Multilingual Learning Apr 08, 2025 11:00 AM Apr 09, 2025 08:54 AM We are excited to welcome Natalia Benjamin, RPS Director of Multilingual Learning, who will share valuable information about RPS MLL programs, initiatives underway to support student outcomes, and best practices for fostering strong school-family partnerships.
Feb 2025 DMCC Board Meeting Feb 06, 2025 12:00 PM Feb 06, 2025 08:42 AM
Olmsted County SHIP Application Closed on December 15, 2023, at midnight Dec 15, 2023 12:00 PM Nov 15, 2023 09:16 AM Olmsted County Statewide Health Improvement Partnership (SHIP) is excited to announce the Community Partner Funding Awards application is open for 2024.
Global Entrepreneurship Week Kicks Off Monday as Five Day Celebration of Innovation in Rochester Nov 09, 2018 04:00 PM Nov 02, 2018 07:00 AM
Healthy Communities Collaborative Meeting - November 1, 2018 Nov 01, 2018 09:30 AM Oct 29, 2018 08:24 PM
Faithfully Speaking Toastmasters Club Open House Oct 23, 2018 07:00 PM Oct 22, 2018 10:10 AM
The Life and Death Comedy Show Nov 08, 2018 03:30 PM Oct 13, 2018 11:00 AM
OpenBeam Chat with Dr. Jess Garcia Sep 24, 2020 03:00 PM Nov 29, 2020 01:46 PM
New Immigrant and Refugee Visions Oct 26, 2018 08:00 PM Dec 30, 2018 08:28 PM
Rochester Area Nonprofit Consortium Forum for Area Agencies Nov 13, 2018 05:00 PM Dec 01, 2019 11:43 AM
Visual Harvesting Workshops Nov 06, 2018 04:00 PM Sep 27, 2018 09:00 AM
Sep 26, 2024 DMC Board Meeting Sep 26, 2024 12:00 PM Oct 16, 2024 08:21 AM DMCC Form 990; Metrics; EDA Board President Comments; Private Development Funding Request; 2025 DMC Work Plan and Budget; Status reports
DMC Annual Meeting 2024 Sep 19, 2024 07:00 PM Sep 24, 2024 01:17 PM Description This year the DMC annual meeting will highlight public space assets in our community, celebrate the several 2024 milestones, provide the opportunity to connect with members and organizations in the community and learn about what is on the horizon for the following year. The evening includes gathering outside with strategic activities coordinated by community partners and a program. We hope to see you there. 4:00-5:30pm Open House Highlighting Strategic Initiatives and Networking 5:30-6:00pm Program 6:30-7:00pm Networking and Light Bites
2018 Minnesota KIDS COUNT Data Book Release (Rescheduled) Oct 24, 2018 12:30 PM Oct 10, 2018 09:34 PM
MPR Connects! Rochester Smash Boom Best Mar 15, 2025 03:00 PM Feb 28, 2025 08:54 AM This years’ will be super-fun!! Molly Bloom, host for Brains On! will be live in Rochester for a very fun, free, children-and-family-friendly afternoon in Rochester - MPR Connects presents Smash Boom Best live! with host Molly Bloom: A Brains On!
Women’s History Mar 20, 2025 07:30 PM Mar 08, 2025 12:19 PM Welcome to the Women's History event! Join us for a day of celebrating and honoring the humanitarian efforts of extraordinary women throughout Rochester. From trailblazers in education to icons in human services and marketing, we'll explore the stories and impact of these remarkable individuals. Let's come together to learn, share, and be inspired by the incredible women who create change in the world. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a powerful journey through women's history.
Free Live Theater! (Public Theater NY, Guthrie Theater, Rochester Diversity Council) Oct 12, 2018 08:00 PM Sep 19, 2018 05:45 PM
Cradle to Career - Community Report Card Oct 16, 2018 09:00 AM Sep 19, 2018 05:17 PM
DMC 2025 Real Estate Development and Investment Summit (4/16/25) Apr 16, 2025 03:00 PM Apr 18, 2025 11:08 AM Leveraging tech-enabled housing to deliver better health and better healthcare outcomes. The 2025 Real Estate Development and Investment Summit, presented by Destination Medical Center and ULI Minnesota is a one-day event highlighting the demand and opportunity for development in Rochester, MN.
Bounce Day 2018: How Well Can You Bounce Back from Disaster? Sep 30, 2018 04:00 PM Sep 16, 2018 09:25 AM
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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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