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Diversity Council Human Book Nov 21, 2017 06:30 PM Nov 06, 2017 08:51 AM
Startup Weekend Rochester Nov 05, 2017 04:00 PM Oct 20, 2017 10:26 AM
RPS: Community Information Session Oct 26, 2017 06:30 PM Oct 20, 2017 10:10 AM
Year of Respect Featuring Dr. Jim Miser Aug 22, 2024 07:00 PM Aug 03, 2024 10:44 AM An Incredible and Inspiring Story! Pediatricians Jim & Angela Miser have been “People on a Mission” their entire adult lives.
Community Dental Care’s Open House Oct 20, 2017 05:00 PM May 10, 2024 10:28 AM
C4G: MENTAL ILLNESS AND HOUSING AND HOMELESSNESS ISSUES May 23, 2024 08:30 PM May 20, 2024 08:16 AM Sarah Knispel and Lee Formella will join us to discuss the relationship between mental illness and housing and homelessness presented with facts and legislative actions. Additionally they will share how we can approach, respect and treat our brothers and sisters around us suffering from mental illness. Sarah started as a Mental Health Specialist working with social well-being in the streets of Brooklyn.
MPR Connects Presents MPR News with Angela Davis Jun 06, 2024 06:00 PM May 26, 2024 11:43 AM June 6th, MPR Connects Presents MPR News with Angela Davis. 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm, The Chateau Theatre.
Mayo Clinic Equity and Inclusion in Healthcare Conference 2017 Oct 28, 2017 04:15 PM Oct 11, 2017 12:14 PM
Black History Month - The Arts, Virtual Story Time Feb 17, 2024 11:30 AM Feb 19, 2024 11:41 AM Bring your kiddos and virtually join us for fun and empowering stories of Black Artists.
Midwest Trauma-Informed Schools Conference Nov 17, 2017 04:00 PM Sep 26, 2017 10:59 AM
Toward a More Perfect Union: Asian Pacific Minnestans Leadership Award Dinner Oct 19, 2017 08:30 PM Mar 05, 2024 08:13 AM
In the Shadow of Growth Forum: Pathways to Prosperity and Well-being Oct 05, 2017 08:00 PM Oct 17, 2017 01:25 PM This is a national pilot project to stop generational poverty and what we need to do within the current system to accomplish this now.
Housing Alernatives for Seniors May 13, 2024 12:00 PM May 07, 2024 07:57 AM 10am-12pm, Tuesday, May 14 Join Jim to learn about the housing alternatives for seniors within our community. He will discuss condos, townhome, cooperative, independent living, assisted living and more. Presenter: Jim Miner Free social members | $10 fitness members | $20 nonmembers. Register by May 13, 2024.
Co-Design Facilitator Spring 2024 Cohort Graduation May 15, 2024 08:00 PM Aug 13, 2024 10:32 AM Join the Rochester Co-Design Community to celebrate our third Facilitator Cohort Graduation! The graduates each completed 25 hours of training over 4 months, learning skills to support successful and meaningful co-design projects. This celebration will provide an opportunity to connect, network, and recruit our next co-design facilitator cohort. Cake and beverages will be provided. We hope that you can make it. Registration is encouraged but not required.
Black History Month - Renaissance of Black Arts in Rochester Feb 10, 2024 12:30 PM Jan 29, 2024 09:36 AM
Building a Community of Faith, Health and Wellness Oct 02, 2017 07:30 PM Sep 11, 2017 05:37 PM
Community feedback session for racial/ethnic data collection and reporting Oct 02, 2017 08:30 PM Sep 10, 2017 09:26 AM
2024 EduTech Outlook Sep 27, 2024 11:00 AM Sep 22, 2024 11:13 AM The greater Rochester area possesses a strong and engaged collection of higher education institutions. These organizations play an important role in training the future workforce and next generation of leaders. In addition, these educational institutions employ a significant number of people in the region. It is critical for the business community to maintain a close relationship with higher ed, and the EduTech Outlook is an event which provides this opportunity. From updates on projects and initiatives, to identifying emerging workforce trends, this annual event connects businesses and education leaders to discuss collaboration and engagement opportunities between the private and educational sectors.
From Prevention to Crisis: Mental Health Services & Opportunities Oct 26, 2017 09:00 AM Oct 17, 2020 01:22 PM
UMR Students Diversity Dialogue: Microaggressions & Unconscious Bias (By Invitation) Feb 14, 2023 05:00 PM Feb 03, 2023 08:14 AM Discuss how microaggressions exist in society today
UMR Black Student Union: Ebony Night (For UMR Students, Staff/Faculty) Mar 18, 2023 07:00 PM Mar 27, 2023 09:11 AM Door Open 5:30 pm and the event starts at 6:00pm. Panel discussions and guest speakers
September 2017 CNG Meeting: Housing, P2S Plan Update, Village Updates Sep 28, 2017 09:00 AM Sep 09, 2017 07:45 AM
CNG Steering Committee Meeting Sep 06, 2017 09:00 AM Sep 02, 2017 09:22 AM
Discover Discovery Square Dec 08, 2022 04:30 PM Dec 07, 2022 01:31 PM You are cordially invited to Discover Discovery Square – an event to celebrate the completion of phase 1 of the next signature public space in the DMC District, Discovery Walk, and to recognize the continued progress in the Discovery Square subdistrict.
Thermal Energy Network Symposium Mar 14, 2024 05:00 PM Mar 02, 2024 12:55 PM Participants will benefit from two days of insights, learnings, and information leaving them with a robust foundation on how to start their community or city on the path toward installation of these thermal energy networks. In addition, participants will have made valuable acquaintances and contacts that will help guide them along the way.
America City for Health Meeting Nov 18, 2022 11:00 AM Jul 31, 2024 09:52 AM Progress on the co-design training and discuss the 2023 plan for co-design facilitator and leadership training cohorts, as well as look for feedback and direction for recruitment. Share progress and timeline for the Bloomberg Mayors Challenge Prize work.
Rochester City Council Ward 2 Candidate Forum Jul 22, 2024 07:45 PM Jul 12, 2024 10:05 AM
4Q 2022 December HAPP Meeting Dec 08, 2022 09:00 AM Dec 07, 2022 01:30 PM Quarterly Olmsted County Health Asessment & Planning Meeting. The purpose of the health assessment and planning partnership is to engage and inspire all sectors of the community to continually improve our community’s health through assessment, planning, and implementation efforts.
3Q 2023 September HAPP Meeting Sep 14, 2023 09:00 AM Sep 20, 2023 07:20 AM CHAP Communications Project Recap; CHIP Collective Impact Update; Core Agency Updates; Community Announcements and Sharing
1Q 2023 March HAPP Meeting Mar 09, 2023 09:00 AM Apr 16, 2023 05:33 PM Quarterly Olmsted County Health Asessment & Planning Meeting. The purpose of the health assessment and planning partnership is to engage and inspire all sectors of the community to continually improve our community’s health through assessment, planning, and implementation efforts.
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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
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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