Events

One of Rochester's best events, The Rochester International Film Festival, will be held Friday May 5 through Thursday May 11 at the Chateau Theatres!

Rochester International Film Group (RIFG) is working with Minnesota Film Arts and the Chateau Theatres to bring a week long festival of foreign and art films to Rochester. The films are selected from the best films shown at the MInneapolis-St. Paul Film Festival so the quality of the movies shown at the Rochester Film Fest is very good. If you buy a ticket to the first Friday evening movie, you can attend the opening night party at the Chateau Theatres for free!

This Coffee & Conversation Session is Full!

Join us to hear first-hand from former Minnesota Governors Wendell Anderson, Arne Carlson, and Al Quie (see attached PDF flyer). They will speak candidly about leading and governing our fine state. Each will share thoughts, perspectives and memoirs filled with courage, conviction and sacrifice. Their passion for Minnesota continues to inspire.

Coffee & Conversation Subject
Past Wisdom, Present Challenges, Future Vision

Date
Monday, May 8, 2006

Time
11:30-1:30 pm

Place
Kahler Hotel, Heritage Hall
20 2nd Ave SW
Rochester, MN

Cost is $10. Lunch will be provided. Registration deadline is May 3. Register by calling (507) 282-0203 or by email at info@rochesterarea.org.

Partners
This community issues forum is sponsored by a partnership of community groups to promote citizen dialogue and engagement.

• Community Education, Rochester Public Schools
• League of Women Voters of Rochester
• RNeighbors
• Rochester Area Council PTSA
• Rochester Area Foundation
• Rochester Community & Technical College
• University of Minnesota Rochester
• Winona State University Rochester

For more information please contact Michon D. Rogers at (507) 287-7141 or mirogers@rochester.k12.mn.us.

The School Board Academy gives an inside view of the Rochester Public Schools and the School Board. The Academy, taught by School Board members and District administration, provides an opportunity to learn about the complexities involved in managing and operating Rochester Public Schools. This is an opportunity for citizens to become knowledgeable, learn about opportunities for involvement in the District, and/or consider service as a Rochester School Board member.

Due to construction at the Edison Building, the May classes are to be held at the Northrop Building-Room 109. Please call Wendy for further instruction 287-2196.