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Community of Wellness Celebration Gala 2018 Mar 16, 2018 09:00 PM Feb 19, 2018 09:08 PM Community of Wellness Celebration Gala 2018 by Lotus Health Foundation & Rochester Clinic
Rochester Housing Alliance May, 2025 May 14, 2025 11:30 AM Jun 24, 2025 09:16 AM Presentation by LENNAR: Introduction to the company and projects in Rochester Update on Olmsted County Housing Projects (Apartments Trail Side, Red Hawk, Woodcrest Project)
Rochester Housing Alliance June 11, 2025 Jun 11, 2025 11:30 AM Jun 19, 2025 09:02 AM Lennar Rochester, Update: Olmsted County Housing Projects: Apartments Trail Side, Red Hawk
SharePoint Beam Apr 05, 2018 06:30 PM Apr 03, 2018 09:03 PM Help Diversity Council better use SharePoint and Cloud
SharePoint Beam Jan 25, 2018 06:30 PM Jan 23, 2018 11:28 AM Help Diversity Council better use SharePoint and Cloud
Three Rivers Restorative Justice Work Shop May 11, 2024 08:00 PM May 10, 2024 07:58 AM Interested in learning about the principles of restorative justice and what role it can serve in the community
Cradle to Career - Plan for the Future Feb 22, 2018 09:00 AM Feb 15, 2018 07:36 AM Cradle to Career - Plan for the Future by The Rotary Clubs of Rochester and United Way of Olmsted County
What You Need to Know for the 2020 Census: Organizing for a Complete Count Jan 24, 2018 04:00 PM Jan 11, 2018 09:08 PM Is your city already planning for the 2020 Census? Make sure you're ready for the Dec. 15 Local Update of Census Addresses deadline.
Tenth Annual Earthfest Export May 04, 2024 02:00 PM Apr 22, 2024 11:17 AM While the impacts of climate change are increasingly coming into focus in Minnesota, many of us are left wondering how we can help accelerate action and solutions to the challenges of climate change. From collective action to developing a climate solutions mindset, this talk will explore the multitude of opportunities we all have to help accelerate climate action in our communities, and beyond.
How Do We See Our Neighbors Feb 08, 2018 09:00 PM Feb 09, 2018 10:52 AM Racial Attitudes and Actions In Olmsted County: A presentation and discussion
Recap of the Rochester Disagreeing Better Workshop Apr 30, 2024 07:45 PM Apr 29, 2024 12:57 PM We will review and practice skills from the Disagreeing Better Workshop held April 24 in Rochester. This meeting is open to all, even if you don’t attend the April 24 event. You don’t need to be a Braver Angels member. The event is free, though donations are welcomed.
Walk With a Doc with Chuck Carroll and health talk May 16, 2024 07:30 PM May 14, 2024 12:47 PM Hosted by Rochester Clinic, Lotus Health Foundation and 125 Live
Join the Mayor May 19, 2024 07:30 PM May 15, 2024 10:03 AM Join us for a fun, family-friendly day to learn more about the importance of exercise for our physical and mental health. There will be community booths/displays and kid's games.
Jan. CNG Meeting: Conversation with new Olmsted County Administration and Village Updates Jan 25, 2018 09:00 AM Jan 29, 2018 10:06 AM
The Power of Your Story Sep 26, 2024 07:00 PM Sep 24, 2024 02:11 PM A Mental Health Workshop for Youth
Journie: Open Road Workshop Apr 16, 2024 08:00 PM Apr 22, 2024 08:47 AM The main objective is to enhance access to higher education opportunities for minorities and low-income families in Olmsted County.
Journie: Open Road Workshop 2 May 09, 2024 08:00 PM Jun 03, 2024 09:08 AM The main objective is to enhance access to higher education opportunities for minorities and low-income families in Olmsted County.
Pamoja Women: Unlock Your Future Aug 15, 2024 06:00 PM Aug 09, 2024 10:02 AM Free Financial Aid support to complete FAFSA & MN Dream Act Application
1Q 2025 County Health Assessment and Planning Partnership (HAPP) Mar 13, 2025 12:30 PM Mar 17, 2025 11:23 AM CHAP Quality Improvement (QI) Project
Introduction of Seokmum-Hoheup Breathing Practice (In Person) Apr 12, 2025 12:00 PM Mar 21, 2025 05:49 PM While doing T’ai Chi, have you ever wondered about the relationship between breathing and energy? Have you wondered how to maintain that calm state of meditation more consistently?
United Way of Olmsted County: Community Involvement Session Mar 07, 2024 04:00 PM May 12, 2024 10:27 AM Join other BIPOC individuals to learn about ways to get involved in our community!
Journie: Selma Movie Screening and Discussions Nov 01, 2024 08:00 PM Oct 11, 2024 01:18 PM 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.
Compassionate Rochester MN Steering Committee Dec 14, 2017 12:00 PM Dec 06, 2017 10:08 PM
2Q 2025 County Health Assessment and Planning Partnership (HAPP) Jun 12, 2025 12:30 PM Jun 22, 2025 12:53 PM 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
Journie: Selma Movie Screening and Discussions Nov 02, 2024 05:00 PM Oct 11, 2024 01:19 PM 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.
June 2024 United Way BIPOC Leaders Panel and Small Group Conversation Jun 04, 2024 06:00 PM Jun 23, 2024 10:39 AM Join other BIPOC individuals to learn about ways to get involved in our community! BIPOC Leaders Panel and Small Group Conversation
Autism Community Awareness & Outreach Mar 07, 2024 08:00 PM Mar 10, 2024 05:06 PM
Housing Environmental Scan- Senior and Persons with Disabilities Housing Meeting Two Feb 14, 2018 03:00 PM Jan 03, 2018 09:34 PM The scope of this meeting is current senior and persons with disabilities housing efforts in Olmsted County (ex. independent livining and age in place). This is the second of two meeting and will focus on developing shared goals and priority areas.
1Q 2018 Health Assessment and Planning Partnership meetings Mar 08, 2018 09:00 AM Mar 12, 2018 11:09 AM
4Q 2018 Health Assessment and Planning Partnership Dec 13, 2018 09:00 AM Dec 19, 2018 01:29 PM
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