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RPL: Coming to the Table Circles | Media Bias Apr 22, 2023 02:00 PM Apr 25, 2023 11:18 AM Join diversity and equity leaders from Olmsted County and the City of Rochester in a healing circle which offers a safe space to explore issues of cultural differences.
May RPL: Coming to the Table Circles | Previledge May 27, 2023 02:00 PM Jun 05, 2023 11:27 AM Join diversity and equity leaders from Olmsted County and the City of Rochester in a healing circle which offers a safe space to explore issues of cultural differences.
Community Co-Design Inaugural Meeting Mar 17, 2023 11:00 AM Feb 14, 2024 04:49 PM 1) share updates and progress regarding co-design trainings, efforts, and expansion, 2) continue building a shared language and understanding of equitable co-design, 3) promote the meaningful and appropriate expansion of co-design around the region and beyond, and 4) review specific co- design efforts and lessons learned.
RCTC–PSEO INFORMATION NIGHT Apr 13, 2023 08:30 PM Apr 14, 2023 08:10 AM Minnesota’s Post-Secondary Enrollment Options Program (PSEOP)
RCTC: Career and Technical Education Open House Mar 21, 2023 08:00 PM Mar 27, 2023 09:15 AM CTE programs are the gateway to many high-demand, high-paying careers.
Community Discussion: Diversity Council Mar 18, 2023 05:00 PM Mar 27, 2023 09:13 AM Wondering what the future holds for the Diversity Council? Let's come together and create answers. In this community discussion facilitated by yours truly, Tawonda Burks on March 18, 2023, at 3-5 pm, we'll be exploring the future of one of our most impactful community organizations: The Diversity Council.
RMCC: Ramadan Iftar (breaking of fast) Dinner Apr 15, 2023 09:00 PM Mar 07, 2023 08:47 AM Public is welcome to join the April 15 Ramadan dinner hosted by RMCC. Please email to the host by March 10 to reserve your seat. .
Healthy Community Discussion Mar 16, 2023 02:00 PM Mar 27, 2023 09:18 AM Mayor Norton is interested in coordinating a City-wide effort to be healthier! Please join her in brainstorming activities and events throughout the summer and fall. The discussion will include an opportunity to share what is already happening in our community as well as sharing ideas for partnering and promoting other’s activities.
ICAM Bone Marrow Registry Drive Apr 16, 2023 02:00 PM Mar 27, 2023 08:22 AM Thousands of patients with blood cancers could be cured with a blood stem cell donation from a genetically matched donor.
RPS School Board Listening Session Mar 23, 2023 06:30 PM Mar 07, 2023 08:43 AM Families have always been children’s first and most influential teachers. Rochester Public Schools respects and values the vitally important contributions that parents and caregivers provide to help students be successful at home and at school. And they want to hear from you!
RPS Multilingual Online Parent Night in Arabic Mar 06, 2023 06:00 PM Mar 01, 2023 05:36 PM Parents are invited to participate in the Rochester Public Schools Multilingual Online Parent/Caregiver Meeting in Arabic and English.
United Way: Community Connections Feb 28, 2023 01:30 PM Feb 23, 2023 12:34 PM This event is part of United Way’s issue-based series Community Connections previously known as President's Roundtable. Community Connections provides attendees with the opportunity to learn, network, and discuss innovations that are critical to helping our community thrive.
RAEDI Annual Meeting & Lunchen Mar 01, 2023 01:00 PM Feb 23, 2023 12:23 PM Governor Walz and Commissioner Steve Grove to Both Speak at RAEDI Annual Meeting & Luncheon
Performance Excellent Network: Ascending Together May 04, 2023 04:00 PM Mar 07, 2023 08:57 AM PEN is excited to announce a powerful lineup of nearly 20 local, regional, and national speakers, each sharing insights, tools, and best practices to improve organizational and community outcomes!
MPR Regional Development Advisory Council 2023 (RDAC) Spring Meeting Mar 07, 2023 03:00 PM Mar 11, 2023 11:12 AM Public is welcome to attend to learn about MPR activities and meet featured speaker. This month speaker is Heather Riddle, Senior VP and Chief Development Officer of American Public Media Group (APMG) parent organization of Minnesota Public Radio®, and Southern California Public Radio.
MPR: TALKING VOLUMES WITH DREW BROCKINGTON May 06, 2023 03:30 PM Apr 16, 2023 09:48 AM Minnesota Public Radio and the Star Tribune are proud to announce a special spring series of Talking Volumes. We are taking Talking Volumes on the road with two special events in Greater Minnesota. These special Talking Volumes pop-up events will be hosted by award-winning journalist Kerri Miller.
University of Minnesota: Four Physics Force Shows - Rochester 2023 (May 11 and May 12) May 11, 2023 11:30 PM Feb 21, 2023 08:18 AM Want to watch a 55-gallon barrel implode? Learn more about the fundamentals and fun of physics? Come and watch the Physics Force!
Culture Night Feb 25, 2023 07:30 PM Feb 25, 2023 01:08 PM Presented by Mayo Equity Team and RPS
Black Excellence Expo! Feb 25, 2023 02:00 PM Feb 26, 2023 09:59 AM This year’s NAACP Rochester Branch MN Black History Month programming will be ending with the launch of a public exhibition – in collaboration with Black Entrepreneurship Team (Black Entrepreneurship Team of Rochester, MN) – featuring black owned businesses in Rochester, Minnesota!
DMC and NAACP: What's Still In It for Me? Feb 18, 2023 12:30 PM May 09, 2023 11:11 AM Questions and Answers for the Community of Color
Journie: Learning for Good Mar 07, 2023 09:00 PM Mar 07, 2023 08:30 AM Join Us March 7 at 7:30pm ET/4:30 PT, for our Next Interactive Workshop! In "How to Slay with Today's Youth," you'll explore best practices for working with youth to expand service reach with seasoned partners and staff of Multiplying Good. Guest speakers will share techniques and tips to engage and connect with youth for maximum impact. Participants will learn to utilize group processes, questions, and key mentorship guides to engage and empower young people in service!
Road to Homeownership Feb 18, 2023 04:00 PM Feb 11, 2023 08:32 AM
Social Mixer For BIPOC-Identifying Nonprofit Professionals Mar 08, 2023 01:30 PM Mar 07, 2023 08:33 AM A networking event is open to anyone who self-identifies as black, indigenous, or a person of color working in the non-profit sector.
RPS ML Online Family Night in Arabic and English Feb 13, 2023 06:00 PM Feb 08, 2023 11:29 AM Share information, ideas, questions and concerns.
Somali Cultural Heritage Event Feb 11, 2023 03:30 PM Feb 07, 2023 10:26 AM
Feb 2023 Luther College Lectures: The Mutable City Feb 14, 2023 04:30 PM Dec 11, 2023 08:21 AM History and Place; The Promise of the City from a Beam perspective
Open Beam Presentation to Luther College Lectures: The Mutable City Feb 27, 2024 05:30 PM Mar 27, 2024 10:35 PM History and Place; The Promise of the City from a Beam perspective
March 23, 2023 DMCC Board Executive Committee Mar 23, 2023 12:00 PM Mar 15, 2024 11:35 AM Bryke Presentations; Video Recording; Takeaways
November 17, 2023 DMCC Board Meeting Nov 17, 2023 12:00 PM Mar 12, 2024 08:11 AM Five year DMC Plan Heads Up, Shared Lab Spaces, Riverfront Small Area Plan 2.0, UMR developing human potential for healthcare industry, Bioech Hub, West Transit
Feb 1, 2024 DMCC Board Meeting Feb 01, 2024 12:00 PM Mar 15, 2024 10:41 AM Five year DMC Plan Heads Up, Shared Lab Spaces, Riverfront Small Area Plan 2.0, UMR developing human potential for healthcare industry, Bioech Hub, West Transit
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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
Lotus Health Foundation hosts 6th annual “Community of Wellness” event, Lifestyle Medicine, Path to Health & Happiness. May 16, 2024 - May 17, 2024 — Symposium: 125 Live; Gala. Rochester Golf Country Club
Sabbath and Health May 18, 2024 11:00 AM - 05:30 PM — Rochester Seventh-Day Adventist Church
2024 Rochester Pridefest May 18, 2024 12:00 PM - 05:00 PM — Soldiers Memorial Field Park
Join the Mayor May 19, 2024 05:30 PM - 07:30 PM — 4921 West Frontage Road NW
Silver Lake Forum May 21, 2024 09:00 AM - 10:30 AM — 125 Live, 125 Elton Hills Drive
May 23, 2024 DMCC Board Meeting May 23, 2024 09:30 AM - 12:00 PM — Mayo Civic Center
2024 DMC Collaborative Session May 23, 2024 12:00 PM - 02:30 PM — Mayo Civic Center
Rochester Vision 2050 Community Engagement May 28, 2024 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM — TBD
CMRC May 2024 Meeting May 30, 2024 04:30 PM - 06:00 PM
MPR Connects Presents MPR News with Angela Davis Jun 06, 2024 05:00 PM - 08:00 PM — Chateau Theatre
Upcoming events…
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Community Asset Building and Early Literacy Grants

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