http://inthecityforgoodmn.org Rochester, MN community inventory of services and organizations http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/Lotus%20Health%20Foundations%20at%20Kiwanis%20Day%20Maker Lifestyle medicine, Healthy Living: Food, Immunity, and Cancer: How Lifestyle Choices Protect Your Body 2026-03-26T21:58:08Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/ralc-mural-night Through a partnership with the University of Minnesota, we are excited to host Artist Mindset Week (March 9-March 13) at the Rochester ALC! Ten professional artists will be traveling in from all over Minnesota 2026-03-15T18:59:16Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/health-assessment-planning/1Q%202026%20County%20Health%20Assessment%20and%20Planning 2024 -2026 Community Health Improvement Plan (CHIP) Updates Derrick Fritz, CHAP Coordinator3. Mental Health Clubhouse Model Laura Sutherland, SE MN Adult Mental Health Initiative and Michelle Cross, Community Member4. Overdose Spike Response Team Abby Tricker, OCPHS5. Core Agency Updates CHAP Core Group6. Community Announcements and Sharing 2026-03-13T16:07:50Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/eda-equity-alliance-series/Unlocking%20Potential This presentation will review an evaluation report by the Greater Minnesota Housing Fund (GMHF) of Minnesota's efforts from 2021–2025 to pair Emerging Developer Programs with Naturally Occurring Affordable Housing (NOAH) Preservation initiatives. 2026-03-30T16:13:52Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/housing/Rochester%20Area%20Housing%20Alliance%20March%202026 Legislative Update – Minnesota Housing Partnership; TABLE Initiative Overview 2026-03-26T21:33:27Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/rps-family-engagements/Mar%202026%20RPS%20Family%20Engagement Our March meeting will focus on RPS Student and Family Wellbeing, with a presentation by Koni Grimsrud, RPS Director of Student Wellbeing, and Sarah Clarke, RPS Coordinator of Mental Health. They will share an overview of the programs, staff positions, initiatives, and resources currently supporting RPS students and families. We will also include brief highlights from RPS Family Engagement and share relevant announcements. 2026-03-15T18:44:21Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/city-of-rochester-folder/Advanced%20Policing%20Technology Mayor Norton Partners with Rochester Police Department to Host Town Hall on Advanced Policing Technology 2026-03-08T15:42:47Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/Chinese%20New%20Year%20Celebration%20Gala Chinese New Year Celebration Gala is a primary annual event of gathering in Rochester Chinese community. The purpose of the event is to celebrate the biggest Chinese holiday, carry forward the Chinese culture and promote the merge with the multiple cultures in Rochester. Usually there are about 600 people attending this event, including Chinese and other ethnics. Stage shows will feature many exciting performances such as singing, dancing, poems, sketch, dramas, instrument playing, and more, mostly with Chinese cultural and artistic style. During the stage show time, we will also have lottery to have some surprising prizes. 2026-02-25T02:32:19Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/eda-equity-alliance-series/copy_of_Equity%20Alliance%20Equity%20Series%20%20Rochester%20Cultural%20Center Are you seeking to enhance engagement in your school or organization? Discover how Hopkins Public Schools broke down barriers to full participation by creating and adopting an equitable calendar. 2026-03-06T15:45:20Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/housing/Rochester%20Area%20Housing%20Alliance%20Feb%202026 Topics include: Natural Gas Franchise Fee --The City of Rochester is looking at whether to create a natural gas franchise fee. This fee could help fund programs that support the community and help the City make smart, long-term investments. 2026-03-07T15:48:04Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/rps-family-engagements/Feb%202026%20RPS%20Family%20Engagement Our focus for February is Supporting Parent, Caregiver, Family, and Staff Wellbeing: an Experiential Workshop, presented by Haeli Gerardy. Haeli is the Family Engagement Specialist and Certified Parenting Coach at Fernbrook, which is a partner with RPS School-Linked Mental Health. 2026-02-07T16:03:50Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/city-of-rochester-folder/jan%202026%20%20Mayor%20International%20Relations%20Committee%20Meeting Coordinate the Sister Cities Program; support international affairs in the city; provide a welcoming and supportive climate for international residents 2026-01-26T17:33:08Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/eda-equity-alliance-series/Equity%20Alliance%20Equity%20Series%20%20Rochester%20Cultural%20Center The Rochester Cultural Center is a premier adult daycare facility dedicated to serving the diverse needs of our community. Our mission is to provide a safe and stimulating social environment that fosters a sense of belonging and prolongs the lives of our clients. By offering a wide range of activities and programs, we aim to promote physical, emotional, and cognitive well-being among our participants. 2026-02-06T17:42:49Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/housing/Rochester%20Area%20Housing%20Alliance%20Jan%202026 Topics include: 2025 End of Year Real Estate Stats Review; Olmsted County and Rochester Highlights; Coalition 2025 Investments & Impact 2026-03-20T14:46:44Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/rps-family-engagements/Jan%202026%20RPS%20Family%20Engagement RPS 5Essentials Survey; Helping Students Thrive: Supporting Positive Behavior Together 2026-01-22T18:28:53Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/rchmayostate2025 Mayor Norton, joined by City, Olmsted County and Rochester Public Schools leaders, will reflect on the past year and share priorities and initiatives for 2026. The event will also feature the City’s annual Year in Review video highlighting key accomplishments and milestones from 2025. 2026-01-18T22:05:26Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/city-of-rochester-folder/Dec%202025%20Mayor%20International%20Relations%20Committee%20Meeting Coordinate the Sister Cities Program; support international affairs in the city; provide a welcoming and supportive climate for international residents 2025-12-13T14:20:38Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/health-assessment-planning/4Q%202025%20County%20Health%20Assessment%20and%20Planning%20Partnership 1. Welcome 2. Youth LGBTQIA2S+ Coalition Talor Gray and Katie Hackman, OCPHS 3. CHAP Newsletter Discussion All 4. Core Agency Updates CHAP Core Group 5. Community Announcements and Sharing 2026-01-16T17:34:48Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/eda-equity-alliance-series/Equity%20Series%20Reflections In this year-end Equity Series episode, organizations share the key insights that shaped their equity work over the past year. 2026-01-16T17:46:35Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/housing/Rochester%20Housing%20Alliance%20December%202025 Cumulative Impacts & Housing Rulemaking Process: Upcoming Opportunity for Community Input Minnesota Pollution Control Agency 2025-12-12T17:41:23Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/Solidarity%20Potluck Sunday: WE ARE HOME Solidarity Potluck On Sunday, come together from 3-4pm at 125 LIVE for WE ARE HOME, an event of solidarity, storytelling, and shared food. Hear from Rochester Somali community speakers, celebrate Somali culture and contributions, and join us in affirming that Minnesota is all of our home. Bring a dish and your voice as we gather in unity and pride. 2025-12-08T17:09:34Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/city-of-rochester-folder/Democracy%20Innovations%20for%20Better%20Public%20Meetings The event will provide residents the opportunity to learn more about the Democracy Innovations for Better Public Meetings project and provide feedback. This project is designed to make public meetings more engaging while strengthening connections between community members and local government. 2025-11-12T17:10:10Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/city-of-rochester-folder/copy_of_Oct%202025%20Mayor%20International%20Relations%20Committee%20Meeting Coordinate the Sister Cities Program; support international affairs in the city; provide a welcoming and supportive climate for international residents 2025-11-14T17:48:45Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/eda-equity-alliance-series/copy_of_Community%20Led%20Systems%20Change This session centers on translating community priorities into actionable systems change by activating state decision makers, partners, and advocates. 2025-12-05T16:15:50Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/housing/Rochester%20Housing%20Alliance%20November%202025 Feature Presentation — Navigating Housing Development Challenges: Restoration Glen Speakers from Bear Creek Development & Three Rivers Community Action ✅ Spotlight — Inventory of Affordable & Accessible Rental Housing Presented by The Arc Minnesota Southeast Region 2025-12-10T14:06:47Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/rps-family-engagements/Nov%202025%20RPS%20Family%20Engagement%20Back%20to%20School Spotlight on Host Site: Overland Elementary Introductions and Welcome (10:00–10:10) • Highlight Topic: RPS Language Access, Interpretation Services, and Culturally Sustaining Family Engagement 2025-12-18T16:46:13Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/city-of-rochester-folder/Oct%202025%20Mayor%20International%20Relations%20Committee%20Meeting Coordinate the Sister Cities Program; support international affairs in the city; provide a welcoming and supportive climate for international residents 2025-10-27T14:45:38Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/eda-equity-alliance-series/copy2_of_America%20City%20for%20Health%20-%20DMC%20Development%20Plan%202025%20Update Cradle 2 Career is a community-wide initiative focused on improving educational outcomes for every child and young adult in Rochester by reimagining how organizations work together. Through data-driven strategies and cross-sector partnerships, we bring together schools, nonprofits, businesses, and families to work collectively toward measurable results. In this talk, I’ll share how our initiative functions, highlight the dedicated work groups driving our progress, and explore the impact of our collaborative approach. 2026-03-30T21:54:14Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/housing/Rochester%20Housing%20Alliance%20October%202025 Cumulative Impacts & Housing Rulemaking Process: Upcoming Opportunity for Community Input ; Presentation on City of Rochester Audit of Vacant Land 2025-10-15T14:42:47Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/rps-family-engagements/copy_of_RPS%20Sep%202025%20%20Multilingual%20Learning Preparing Each and Every RPS Student for Success: Essential Information for Families, led by Heather Hogen (RPS Director of Academic Supports) and Alex Higano (Lead School Counselor). 2025-12-18T18:35:10Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/dmcc/Sep%202025%20DMCC%20Board%20Meeting 2026-2027 DMC Work Plan and Budget: 1. 2026-2027 Capital Improvement Plan, 2. 2026-2027 DMC EDA & City Staff Workplan and Budget, 3. 2026 DMCC Budget, 4. Working Capital Loan; Action: Discovery Square Infrastructure: Shared Lab; LINK BRT Contingency Funding Criteria; 2025-10-13T15:44:18Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/city-of-rochester-folder/German%20Delegation%20Visits%20Rochester The City of Rochester and Olmsted County will host a delegation from Germany, led by the Minister for the Environment, Nature Conservation and Transport of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia, Oliver Krischer, on Tuesday, 2025-09-20T16:46:12Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/city-of-rochester-folder/Sep%202025%20Mayor%20International%20Relations%20Committee%20Meeting Coordinate the Sister Cities Program; support international affairs in the city; provide a welcoming and supportive climate for international residents 2025-09-23T13:00:36Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/LatinoFest2025 This vibrant celebration will take place both inside the Historic Chateau Theater and outdoors at the Peace Plaza, promising an unforgettable experience for all! Last year, Latino Fest brought over 3,000 people together in celebration. Please join us again in 2025 2025-11-29T17:03:32Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/2025%20Destination%20Medical%20Center%20Annual%20Meeting The 2025 DMC Annual Meeting: A Development Plan Update and Community Conversation marks a milestone moment, the 10-year midpoint of the Destination Medical Center initiative. Earlier this year, we launched the process of updating the DMC Development Plan with a deep dive into understanding the progress we’ve made together. Now, our sights are set firmly on the future. 2025-09-29T14:04:48Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/health-assessment-planning/3Q%202025%20County%20Health%20Assessment%20and%20Planning%20Partnership 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) Update, New Priorities Preview, and Discussion 2025-11-29T16:53:29Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/eda-equity-alliance-series/America%20City%20for%20Health%20-%20DMC%20Development%20Plan%202025%20Update The update intends to build on all the great work already underway in Rochester, the learnings we have made to-date, and an understanding of changes impacting our community. Most importantly, it will lean into what is unique about Rochester, home to the #1 hospital in the world, centering on our brand as America’s City for Health. 2026-03-30T21:46:52Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/housing/Rochester%20Housing%20Alliance%20September%202025 This month’s agenda: Welcome, introductions & updates — JoMarie Morris DMC 10-Year Progress Update — Catherine Malmberg (Destination Medical Center) Trailside Senior Apartments: Redevelopment Timeline — Mark Engel (Olmsted County) 2025-09-16T14:39:47Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/rps-family-engagements/RPS%20Sep%202025%20%20Multilingual%20Learning Welcome new partners and fresh energy: • Share updates on current initiatives • Learn from your ideas and perspectives 2025-10-04T15:06:14Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/city-of-rochester-folder/Aug%202024%20Mayor%20International%20Relations%20Committee%20Meeting Coordinate the Sister Cities Program; support international affairs in the city; provide a welcoming and supportive climate for international residents 2025-09-19T15:14:02Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/C4G%20Library%20Discussioni%20Forum All are welcome. Please join us. Share this with those in the community for this important discussion. This is an opportunity for input on Library plans and added considerations for our public library system. Discussion Moderator: Jim Miner; Special Guest Library Representative: Library Director Karen Lemke 2025-09-17T16:19:34Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/Multicultural%20Resource%20Community%20Center%20Presentation Presentation to Olmsted County M.O.V.E. Council Culture Center Proposal 2025-09-20T16:07:15Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/housing/Rochester%20Housing%20Alliance%20%20Aug%2013%202025 Half Year Real Estate Stats; Presentation/Discussion: Maxfield 2025 Housing Needs Update 2025-09-16T15:42:55Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/city-of-rochester-folder/copy_of_International%20Relations%20Committee%20Meeting Coordinate the Sister Cities Program; support international affairs in the city; provide a welcoming and supportive climate for international residents 2025-09-19T15:13:33Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/eda-equity-alliance-series/Disability%20Rights Along with several other organizations in Rochester, The Arc Minnesota, Ability Building Community, the City of Rochester, and Workforce Development Inc. are hosting a Disability Summit this July in honor of Disability Pride Month. This will be Rochester's first-ever Disability Summit. The July Equity Series will serve as the first session, covering disability justice concepts and how disability rights and supports have evolved, both nationally and in Minnesota. This will include examining models of disability, relevant legislation on disability, and examining disability advocacy and history relevant to Rochester. OUR PRESENTERS 2026-02-11T18:11:04Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/city-of-rochester-folder/International%20Relations%20Committee%20Meeting Coordinate the Sister Cities Program; support international affairs in the city; provide a welcoming and supportive climate for international residents 2025-07-22T12:55:16Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/health-assessment-planning/2Q%202025%20County%20Health%20Assessment%20and%20Planning%20Partnership 1. CHAP Quality Improvement (QI) Project 2. Dr. Brian Lynch, Mayo Clinic Mara Schimek, OCPHS 3. Olmsted County Children’s Dental Task Force Overview and Discussion Tanya Edgar and Virgina Jeltema, OCPHS 4. 2025 CHAP Satisfaction Survey All 5. Core Agency Updates CHAP Core Group 6. Community Announcements and Sharing 2025-06-22T17:53:22Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/eda-equity-alliance-series/copy_of_Intro%20to%20Participatory%20Budgeting As Bridges to the Built Environment enters its next phase, discover practical strategies to build more inclusive teams and address workplace bias; starting from where you are. 2025-06-18T15:50:38Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/housing/Rochester%20Housing%20Alliance%20June%202025 Lennar Rochester, Update: Olmsted County Housing Projects: Apartments Trail Side, Red Hawk 2025-06-19T14:02:58Z Event http://inthecityforgoodmn.org/community-events/dmcc/2025%20DMC%20Collaborative%20Session Joint gathering of the DMCC board, DMCC EDA board, Rochester City Council & Mayor, and Olmsted County board, along with their respective staff. Goals for the meeting: Allow organizations to share ideas: Learning each group’s priorities, 2025-05-27T16:55:40Z Event