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Dec 11, 2024 11:30 AM
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Pathways to a Vibrant, Just, and Equitable Rochester
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('city', 'rps', 'dmc', 'diversity', 'key', 'community engagement')
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Destination Medical Center and the City of Rochester, in partnership with Griot Arts and Barbershop Talks, invite the community to the next installment of the Equity Alliance Equity Series.
This in-person event, titled Pathways to a Vibrant, Just, and Equitable Rochester, will take place on Wednesday, December 11, at 11:30 a.m. at the Chateau Theatre. The program will feature a dynamic panel discussion moderated by Nicole Asong Nfonoyim-Hara.
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Nov 23, 2024 01:30 PM
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Community Upstanding - Townhall One
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('diversity', 'community engagement', 'NAACP')
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This week’s program effort is focused on Community Upstander Training and will feature Tom Thibodeau, Distinguished Professor of Servant Leadership from Viterbo University. Thibodeau is the founder of the Master of Arts in Servant Leadership, the first master’s degree of its kind in the nation, and a founding member of hospitality and fellowship resource. Thibodeau is a popular professor, talented public speaker, and an extremely active community member focused on ethical life, serving the common good, and addressing homelessness.
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Nov 21, 2024 10:00 AM
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Partnership for Successful Homeownership
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('compassion', 'Kiwanis')
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Learn how you can easily leverage the First-Generation Homebuyers Community Down-Payment Assistance Fund on behalf of you clients.
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Nov 18, 2024 03:00 PM
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Pre Bid Open House- Link Bus Rapid Transit Project
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('city', 'housing', 'transportation', 'transit')
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You are invited to participate in a pre-bid open house by the City or Rochester. This event will provide valuable information regarding the initial three bid packages on the Link Bus Rapid Transit project.
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Nov 18, 2024 01:00 PM
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United Way Webinar Get Connected Volunteer Portal
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('Kiwanis', 'united way')
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Get Connected #volunteer portal, which features listings of a wide variety of local volunteering opportunities. We'll also share information about our Varsity Letter in #CommunityService program for high schoolers across Southeast Minnesota.
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Nov 16, 2024 10:00 AM
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NAACP Rochester Branch Elections
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('NAACP', 'Diversity', 'governance')
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In accordance with the 2024 National NAACP Election Procedures, the election date was chosen
during the Rochester Branch’s August 16 General Membership Meeting. Since then, and with guidance
and oversight from the National NAACP, the Rochester Branch established the Branch Nominating
Committee in September and the Election Supervisory Committee in October.
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Nov 13, 2024 12:00 PM
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Equity Alliance Equity Series Equity Eats: Power of Community Benefits Agreement
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('DMC', 'Diversity', 'Entrepreneurship', 'key', 'latino')
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In this episode, we look at best practices to both understand the power of community
benefits agreements and how to begin strong campaigns to secure community
benefits agreements if the policy is fitting to the needs of the community.
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Nov 13, 2024 10:00 AM
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Nov 2024 Coalition for Rochester Area Housing Alliance
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('RAF', 'housing', 'openbeam', 'key')
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The non-profit housing provider Aeon, and their proposed local project at
Mayo's West Transit Village.
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Nov 12, 2024 11:30 AM
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UMR State of the Campus Nov 2024
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('education', 'UMR')
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Award-winning UMR faculty and their students share stories of learning innovations that fuel
success for future health professionals.
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Nov 12, 2024 10:00 AM
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RPS November Family Engagement Meeting: Students in Transition Information Session
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('RPS', 'education', 'key')
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The focus for this meeting is a Students in Transition Information Session, featuring a presentation by Nicole Wibstad, RPS Students in Transition Coordinator, and Connie Cohen
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Nov 08, 2024 08:00 AM
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FREC 2024 Annual Overcoming Racism Conference
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('rps', 'community engagement', 'openbeam', 'key', 'Diversity')
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Morning keynote speakers: Rev. Jim Bear Jacobs and Rev. Pamela Ngunjiri
Afternoon breakout workshops
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Nov 02, 2024 05:00 PM
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Rochester Branch of the NAACP, 2024 Freedom Fund Banquet - Let Freedom Ring
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('diversity', 'NAACP', 'openbeam')
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Featured Entertainment and Performers:
• Patricia Lacy-Aiken
Renowned vocalist Patricia Lacy-Aiken, who is a seasoned vocalist with Grammy Award-winning Sounds of
Blackness, and who had a decade – long global tour with Luther Vandross as a backup singer.
• LaSonya Natividad and Madison Parish Ensemble
Rochester’s own LaSonya Natividad accompanied by the Madison Parish Ensemble will grace the stage,
captivating audience with unique blend of jazz, blues, and a sprinkle of R&B, reflecting deep musical roots and
diverse influences.
• Heart & Soul Drum Academy
The talented youth of the Heart & Soul Drum Academy will deliver an energetic performance of African Djembe
drumming and dance, led by founder Baba Jesse Buckner. Their captivating performance showcases the beauty
of culture and the power of the arts in empowering young people and community.
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Nov 02, 2024 02:00 PM
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Journie: Selma Movie Screening and Discussions
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('diversity', 'governance')
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Join us for a film exploring the history of voting rights, followed by a panel discussion featuring representatives from the DFL and GOP. It's a great opportunity to learn and engage in important conversations about this vital topic. Don't miss it!
Journie is a nonpartisan organization committed to educating our communities about historical facts, youth development through lived experience, political agendas, resources, and the advancement of marginalized groups.
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Nov 02, 2024 01:00 PM
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ZVMS: Free Dermatology Clinic
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Our services: Skin Checks, Foot Care, Acne, Skin Infections and rashes, Free Socks and Shoes, Free Skincare Products
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Nov 01, 2024 05:00 PM
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Journie: Selma Movie Screening and Discussions
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('diversity', 'governance')
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Join us for a film exploring the history of voting rights, followed by a panel discussion featuring representatives from the DFL and GOP. It's a great opportunity to learn and engage in important conversations about this vital topic. Don't miss it!
Journie is a nonpartisan organization committed to educating our communities about historical facts, youth development through lived experience, political agendas, resources, and the advancement of marginalized groups.
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Oct 30, 2024 05:30 PM
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Financial Liberation Workshop
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('NAACP', 'education', 'Diversity', 'Entrepreneurship')
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Financial Literacy, Credit Counseling, Leadership, Coaching, Personal Finance
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Oct 29, 2024 02:00 PM
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Free Speech vs. Hate Speech: Understanding the Boundaries and Building Resilient Communities
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('diversity', 'civic engagement')
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Cohosts: Winona State, RCTC: This timely event will feature two key sessions aimed at exploring the balance between free
speech and hate speech, as well as the impacts of hate on marginalized communities. We will
be moderating the discussions.
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Oct 27, 2024 11:00 AM
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Honor and celebrate the Day of the Dead with Free Family Day
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('ACHLA', 'arts')
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The Day of the Dead Free Family Day will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024 at the Rochester Art Center. The event is a first-time collaboration by the Rochester Art Center, Listos Preschool and Childcare, the Alliance of Chicanos Hispanics and Latin Americans (ACHLA), and several Mayo Clinic departments and groups, including Mayo Clinic's Bereavement Advisory Committee, the Somos Latinos Mayo Employee Resource Group and the Dolores Jean Lavins Center for Humanities in Medicine.
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Oct 27, 2024 01:00 PM
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Big Rally for Strong Schools
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('rps', 'education')
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Join families, educators, and community members as we rally to #VoteYesForRPS!
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Oct 26, 2024 01:00 PM
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Juneteenth Reckoning with Slavery
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('diversity',)
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MN African American History
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