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Oct 29, 2026 02:00 PM
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NCRC - Faith & Community Expos
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Join us on Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM at the Rochester International Event Center for an afternoon of connection, collaboration, and community impact.
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('Culture', 'diversity', 'Diversity Council')
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Oct 24, 2026 06:00 PM
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America: 250 and Beyond
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As we mark 250 years of the American experience, the Leadership
Awards Dinner is an opportunity for us to reflect on the remarkable journey that
brought us here and to look ahead to the future we will build together. This
milestone is our opportunity to celebrate the enduring promise of America—a
nation strengthened by the talents, sacrifices, and aspirations of people from
every background.
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('Diversity', 'Asian', 'governance')
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Oct 20, 2026 08:00 AM
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Cradle to Career 2026 Annual Education Summit
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Intruments of Change: How we all play a part
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('education', 'diversity', 'c2c', 'youth', 'C2C', 'Education')
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Sep 23, 2026 08:00 AM
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Youth Leadership & Success Summit
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Mayor Norton will be sponsoring a Youth Summit on Wednesday, September 23 for high school students in Olmsted County. There will be speakers, roundtables, entertainment, and an opportunity to network!
If you are interested in being part of the Summit Planning Team, please email Michon at [email protected].
Location, time, and registration information is forthcoming!
Sign up here to receive updates as plans develop.
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('diversity', 'diversity council', 'C2C', 'community engagement', 'education', 'boys & girls')
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Sep 19, 2026 12:00 PM
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Latino Fest 2026
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('culture', 'Diversity', 'cmrc', 'community')
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Sep 09, 2026 12:00 PM
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Youth Voice as Community Expertise: Lessons from Rochester's First Youth Co-Design Lab
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Rochester's young people already hold expertise about the challenges facing our
community. This summer, a first of its kind Youth Co-Design Lab paid high school
students from Rochester Public Schools and near-peer facilitators from the University
of Minnesota Rochester to put that expertise to work on two real problems: cannabis
and vaping prevention, with Olmsted County Public Health, and pathways into health
tech and med-tech careers, with Destination Medical Center. Over nine weeks, they
interviewed more than 90 peers, family members, and community members inside
their own networks, made sense of what they heard, and built and tested ideas on
real feedback.
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('city', 'dmc', 'diversity', 'governance', 'Civic Equity', 'key')
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Sep 08, 2026 10:00 AM
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Sep 2026 RPS Family Engagement
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Volunteering in RPS Our guest presenter, Josh Halverson (Coordinator
of Community Partnerships), will share exciting updates on how RPS is making
volunteering easier than ever. You’ll get a sneak peek at our new online sign-up system
for classroom opportunities and learn about plans to bring back our beloved Spring
Volunteer Recognition Event!
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('RPS', 'education', 'diversity', 'key', 'Education')
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Aug 25, 2026 09:30 AM
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Aug 2026 Mayor's International Relations Committee Meeting
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Coordinate the Sister Cities Program; support international affairs in the city; provide a welcoming and supportive climate for international residents
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('Diversity', 'global', 'governance', 'culture', 'key', 'education')
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Aug 22, 2026 01:00 PM
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Community Exchange
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Join us on August 22nd for an event rooted in the spirit of mutual aid—the simple idea that when we take care of one another, our entire community thrives. This isn't charity; it’s a collective effort to share our resources, skills, and abundance so that everyone has what they need.
How We’re Showing Up for Each Other:
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('diversity', 'education', 'community engagement')
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Aug 15, 2026 12:00 PM
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6th Annual Rochester Community Back-to-School Party
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Come out and celebrate with us as we support local families—offering free haircuts, school supplies, and more to help every child start the school year confident and prepared for success.
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('Education', 'Diversity', 'UMR')
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Aug 12, 2026 12:00 PM
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Building an Inclusive Space
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Laura Salveson, formerly Director of Facilities and Guest Services, and Karyn
Sciortino Johnson, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging Manager, discuss ways
in which McKnight Foundation strives to be inclusive for staff, guests, and people
working in the Foundation office. The presentation will include some of the thought
and design process that went into renovation of the Foundation’s new office space,
as well as the ways in which inclusion and equity are embedded in the day-to-day
work of the foundation.
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('city', 'dmc', 'diversity', 'governance', 'Civic Equity', 'key')
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Jul 30, 2026 11:00 AM
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2026 IRC International Friendship Date
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International Friendship Day at Thursdays Downtown Thursday, July 30, 2026 11 am to 8:30 pm Peace Plaza
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('Diversity', 'global', 'governance', 'culture', 'education')
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Jul 25, 2026 04:30 PM
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ICAM UTSAV 2026 - Festival of Colors
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('Culture', 'Diversity', 'Asian')
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Jul 24, 2026 09:00 AM
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Disability Summit
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The Disability Summit is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible
experience for all attendees.
Available accommodations include:
• CART captioning
• ASL interpretation
• Sensory room access
• Additional accommodations upon request
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('disability', 'Diversity')
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Jul 11, 2026 01:00 PM
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Somalia Independence Day Celebration 2026
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Music - Food - Bounce House - Soccer - Face Painting - Community Resources
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('Culture', 'Education', 'Diversity')
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Jun 27, 2026 03:00 PM
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Rochester Branch of the NAACP Presents Line-Ups and Legacy
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The Rochester Branch NAACP is excited to present Line-Ups and Legacy, a powerful
Men’s Health Month theatrical performance and community event designed to uplift, inspire, and empower
men, boys, fathers, families, and the broader community through storytelling, health, leadership, and legacy.
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('diversity', 'education', 'NAACP')
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Jun 23, 2026 09:30 AM
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Jun 2026 Mayor's International Relations Committee Meeting
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Coordinate the Sister Cities Program; support international affairs in the city; provide a welcoming and supportive climate for international residents
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('Diversity', 'global', 'governance', 'culture', 'key', 'education')
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Jun 19, 2026 09:30 AM
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2026 Juneteenth Jubilee Breakfast
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Come join us for a morning of celebration and unity at the Empire Event Center. Start your day off right with a delicious breakfast spread. Juneteenth or “Freedom Day” is a day of recognition, restoration and celebration.
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('diversity', 'CNG', 'community engagement')
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Jun 13, 2026 12:00 PM
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2026 Juneteenth Community Celebration
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Community members, organizations, and businesses are invited to participate
through sponsorships, vendor booths, and volunteer opportunities. Your support
helps ensure this important tradition continues to grow and impact future
generations.
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('Diversity',)
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Jun 13, 2026 10:00 AM
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Preparing for a loan - Spanish Language
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“Preparing for a loan” and other financial teachings.
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('education', 'diversity', 'Entrepreneurship')
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