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Nov 30, 2026 05:30 PM
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Nov 2026 Community & City Council Forum
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('Diversity', 'global', 'governance', 'culture', 'key', 'education')
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Your City. Your Voice.
Join the Mayor and City Council for an evening built around conversation,
connection and your ideas and feedback for Rochester! We will highlight the
2026 National Community Survey results and talk about what they mean for
Rochester. Come talk with us. We want to hear from you!
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Nov 10, 2026 10:00 AM
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Nov 2026 RPS Family Engagement
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('RPS', 'education', 'diversity', 'key', 'Education')
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You are warmly invited to our upcoming RPS Family Engagement Meeting on Tuesday, November 10th, at Harriet Bishop Elementary School. Join us for a hands-on session exploring interactive literacy activities for families with students of all ages, from early childhood through graduation. Every participant will leave with ready-to-use literacy supplies and practical resources to use with your family or implement in your work with others.
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Nov 09, 2026 05:00 PM
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125 LIVE Hosting Listening Session 3 in Rochester
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('civic engagement',)
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Join us for a catered meal and a meaningful conversation about what it means to be a good neighbor. This is an opportunity to share ideas, listen to different perspectives, and learn from one another in a welcoming environment.
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Nov 07, 2026 05:00 PM
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Rochester Branch of the NAACP, 2026 Freedom Fund Banquet - We the People: Rochester in Action
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('diversity', 'NAACP', 'openbeam')
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This year’s theme, “We the People: Rochester in Action,” calls us to turn shared hopes into meaningful action by
standing on the shoulders of giants, advancing justice, and building tomorrow.
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Nov 07, 2026 04:00 PM
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A Restorative Justice Gathering: Mending the Fabric or Our Community
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('civic engagement',)
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An event to learn about and support Restorative Justice in our community. Join us for our inaugural Community Event
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Oct 30, 2026 06:00 PM
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2026 Latino Fest Gala
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('Culture', 'diversity')
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ELEVATE YOUR LATIN EXPERIENCE
Join us for an unforgettable evening of Glamour, fine dining, delightful entertainment, and support our Latino Community.
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Oct 30, 2026 05:30 PM
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2026 IMAA Presents Pearl Gala
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('diversity', 'imaa', 'community', 'immigrant', 'CMRC')
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Join us for the IMAA Pearl Gala —an inspiring evening of celebration, connection, and community as we honor the strength, resilience, and contributions of New Americans in Southeast Minnesota.
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Oct 29, 2026 02:00 PM
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NCRC - Faith & Community Expos
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('civic engagement',)
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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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Oct 29, 2026 11:00 AM
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125 LIVE Hosting Listening Session 2 in Rochester
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('civic engagement',)
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Join us for a catered meal and a meaningful conversation about what it means to be a good neighbor. This is an opportunity to share ideas, listen to different perspectives, and learn from one another in a welcoming environment.
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Oct 24, 2026 06:00 PM
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America: 250 and Beyond
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('Diversity', 'Asian', 'governance')
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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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Oct 20, 2026 08:00 AM
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Cradle to Career 2026 Annual Education Summit
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('education', 'diversity', 'c2c', 'youth', 'C2C', 'Education')
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Intruments of Change: How we all play a part
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Oct 18, 2026 04:00 PM
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ICAM Garba & Daniya Night
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('Culture', 'Diversity', 'community')
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ICAM cordially invites you and your family to Garba Night on Sunday, October 18th, starting at 4:00 PM at the Mayo Civic Center, Rochester, MN.
Come dressed in your vibrant traditional attire and bring your energy to the dance floor!
🥁 Live Garba Beats 🎶 Dandiya Sticks🍴 Delicious Indian Food
Let’s celebrate culture, devotion, and togetherness under the festive lights of Navratri!
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Oct 17, 2026 10:00 AM
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125 LIVE Hosting Listening Session 1 in Rochester
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('civic engagement',)
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Join us for a catered meal and a meaningful conversation about what it means to be a good neighbor. This is an opportunity to share ideas, listen to different perspectives, and learn from one another in a welcoming environment.
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Oct 14, 2026 06:00 PM
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Work Smarter with AI
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('Entrepreneurship',)
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AI can save small business owners time, improve everyday processes, and
help them think through challenges, but knowing where to start can feel
overwhelming. In this practical workshop, new and existing business
owners will learn how to identify useful opportunities for AI, work more
effectively with AI tools, and experiment responsibly while keeping human
judgment and business goals at the center.
Focus: Both new and existing owners who want to start to use AI
responsibly. No prior AI experience is required..
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Oct 14, 2026 12:00 PM
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Centering Indigenous Relationships: Moving Beyond Land Acknowledgements
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('city', 'dmc', 'diversity', 'governance', 'Civic Equity', 'key')
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Explore how the City of Rochester’s approach to working with Indigenous communities has evolved. Through four park projects and initiatives, we will examine how our understanding of Indigenous history, presence, perspectives, and lived experiences has deepened, and how that learning has shaped changes in engagement, relationships, and decision-making. The session will consider how organizations can move beyond acknowledgment toward meaningful and sustained action.
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Oct 14, 2026 10:00 AM
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Rochester Area Housing Alliance Oct 2026
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('RAF', 'Housing', 'housing', 'key')
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Potential Impacts From Recent Legislation, Financing Affordable Housing Projects, Regional Affordable Housing Financing
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Oct 13, 2026 06:30 PM
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Finding Community in Our Differences - Rochester
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('community engagement', 'civic engagement')
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In a time of deep ideological and political divides, building community across
differences is challenging. In this 90-minute interactive Braver Angels session,
participants will explore the sources of today's polarization and learn skills for
respectful dialogue and finding common ground.
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Oct 13, 2026 06:00 PM
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Congressional Debate
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('community engagement', 'public sector work product')
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Jake Johnson vs Brad Finstad
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Oct 13, 2026 03:30 PM
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Depolarizing Ourselves
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('community engagement', 'civic engagement')
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Polarization is fueled by how we talk about those on the other side of an issue. Too often, we ridicule, dismiss, or stereotype our fellow citizens. When Braver Angels addresses “polarization,” we are not referring to healthy disagreements over issues or philosophy. We are addressing how we regard and talk about large groups of people -- people who happen to be on the other side of the political aisle.
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Oct 13, 2026 02:00 PM
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All Things SBDC - 2026
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('commerce', 'networking', 'community engagement', 'Entrepreneurship')
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This session is designed for:
Anyone who is new to the entrepreneurial ecosystem
Anyone who is new to an organization that works with small businesses
Lenders and community partners
Anyone who is simply curious about what the Small Business Development Center does
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