Events

«	July 19, 2007 - August 18, 2007	»
07 / 19 (event) Registration Deadline to Enter Rochester's National Night Out "Event Party of the Year" (all day) Start: 2007-06-27 13:00 End: 2007-07-27 17:00 Body: These kids from the 21st St. NE neighborhood assembled a contact book, full of facts and photos collected from their neighbors. They distributed the finished books at Bob and Priscilla Wilmarth's big National Night Out party, and what a party it was including heaps of food, a lemonade stand, and a huge bonfire. The hostess even dressed for the part, complete with red, white, and blue shoes in honor of National Night Out. Does your neighborhood put on a fabulous party for National Night Out? Do neighbors mark their calendars a year in advance just to attend this fun gathering? more info
07 / 20 (event) Registration Deadline to Enter Rochester's National Night Out "Event Party of the Year" (all day) Start: 2007-06-27 13:00 End: 2007-07-27 17:00 Body: These kids from the 21st St. NE neighborhood assembled a contact book, full of facts and photos collected from their neighbors. They distributed the finished books at Bob and Priscilla Wilmarth's big National Night Out party, and what a party it was including heaps of food, a lemonade stand, and a huge bonfire. The hostess even dressed for the part, complete with red, white, and blue shoes in honor of National Night Out. Does your neighborhood put on a fabulous party for National Night Out? Do neighbors mark their calendars a year in advance just to attend this fun gathering? more info
07 / 21 (event) Registration Deadline to Enter Rochester's National Night Out "Event Party of the Year" (all day) Start: 2007-06-27 13:00 End: 2007-07-27 17:00 Body: These kids from the 21st St. NE neighborhood assembled a contact book, full of facts and photos collected from their neighbors. They distributed the finished books at Bob and Priscilla Wilmarth's big National Night Out party, and what a party it was including heaps of food, a lemonade stand, and a huge bonfire. The hostess even dressed for the part, complete with red, white, and blue shoes in honor of National Night Out. Does your neighborhood put on a fabulous party for National Night Out? Do neighbors mark their calendars a year in advance just to attend this fun gathering? more info (event) Harry Potter Party @ the Library Start: 10:00 am End: 1:00 pm Body: Come and celebrate the release of the final Harry Potter book, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows! We will be showing the film, Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Rated PG. There will be a drawing at the end of the film for copies of the new book as well as Harry Potter souvenirs. Rochester Public Library Auditorium more info
07 / 22 (event) Registration Deadline to Enter Rochester's National Night Out "Event Party of the Year" (all day) Start: 2007-06-27 13:00 End: 2007-07-27 17:00 Body: These kids from the 21st St. NE neighborhood assembled a contact book, full of facts and photos collected from their neighbors. They distributed the finished books at Bob and Priscilla Wilmarth's big National Night Out party, and what a party it was including heaps of food, a lemonade stand, and a huge bonfire. The hostess even dressed for the part, complete with red, white, and blue shoes in honor of National Night Out. Does your neighborhood put on a fabulous party for National Night Out? Do neighbors mark their calendars a year in advance just to attend this fun gathering? more info
07 / 23 (event) Registration Deadline to Enter Rochester's National Night Out "Event Party of the Year" (all day) Start: 2007-06-27 13:00 End: 2007-07-27 17:00 Body: These kids from the 21st St. NE neighborhood assembled a contact book, full of facts and photos collected from their neighbors. They distributed the finished books at Bob and Priscilla Wilmarth's big National Night Out party, and what a party it was including heaps of food, a lemonade stand, and a huge bonfire. The hostess even dressed for the part, complete with red, white, and blue shoes in honor of National Night Out. Does your neighborhood put on a fabulous party for National Night Out? Do neighbors mark their calendars a year in advance just to attend this fun gathering? more info
07 / 24 (event) Registration Deadline to Enter Rochester's National Night Out "Event Party of the Year" (all day) Start: 2007-06-27 13:00 End: 2007-07-27 17:00 Body: These kids from the 21st St. NE neighborhood assembled a contact book, full of facts and photos collected from their neighbors. They distributed the finished books at Bob and Priscilla Wilmarth's big National Night Out party, and what a party it was including heaps of food, a lemonade stand, and a huge bonfire. The hostess even dressed for the part, complete with red, white, and blue shoes in honor of National Night Out. Does your neighborhood put on a fabulous party for National Night Out? Do neighbors mark their calendars a year in advance just to attend this fun gathering? more info (event) RNeighborWalks Kickoff & Friendship Place Neighborhood Program Tour Start: 6:30 pm End: 7:30 pm Body: Join us at 6:30 pm, outside of Mayo High School for another enjoyable night of neighborhood walking. July 24 Friendship Place Neighborhood Program Tour It's a packed RNeighborWalks tonight! Thanks to the possibility of stormy weather last weekend, our program kick-off was rescheduled. This week walkers will get a two-for-one treat, a tour of Friendship Place combined with the kickoff celebration. more info (event) Slaterly Park Neighbors-Historic SE Neighborhood Meeting Start: 7:00 pm End: 8:30 pm Body: The Slaterly Park Neighbors-Historic SE neighborhood meeting is tonight! Please invite a neighbor to come along. We will have cookies and a drink! Kids are welcome. Where Redeemer Lutheran Church, Basement Time 7:00pm We will be discussing the new RColorful Corner project, and hosting a Q & A with Gary Shannon, the City of Rochester Traffic Engineer. If you have questions about traffic, or pedestrian issues in your area of the neighborhood, this is your chance to speak out. more info
07 / 25 (event) Registration Deadline to Enter Rochester's National Night Out "Event Party of the Year" (all day) Start: 2007-06-27 13:00 End: 2007-07-27 17:00 Body: These kids from the 21st St. NE neighborhood assembled a contact book, full of facts and photos collected from their neighbors. They distributed the finished books at Bob and Priscilla Wilmarth's big National Night Out party, and what a party it was including heaps of food, a lemonade stand, and a huge bonfire. The hostess even dressed for the part, complete with red, white, and blue shoes in honor of National Night Out. Does your neighborhood put on a fabulous party for National Night Out? Do neighbors mark their calendars a year in advance just to attend this fun gathering? more info (event) Hans Mayer's Summer Concert for Kids Start: 10:00 am End: 1:00 pm Body: Feeling silly? Popular children’s recording artist Hans Mayer will have you laughing and singing along to his ear-tickling music. Auditorium seating is limited to 250 people. For more information about Hans go to his website. Rochester Public Library Auditorium Two shows! more info (event) City Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Start: 7:00 pm End: 10:00 pm Body: You are hereby notified of the City Planning and Zoning Commission meeting to be held Wednesday, July 25, 2007, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council/Board Chambers of the Government Center, 151 4th Street SE, Rochester, MN 55904. A G E N D A A. CALL MEETING TO ORDER B. SET ORDER OF AGENDA C. CONSENT AGENDA: 1. Approve July 11, 2007 minutes 2. Type II Conditional Use Permit #R2007-024CUP by Daryl Nigon for the construction of a new warehouse attached to the existing building that is used for a cabinet-making business. The property is located in the B-1 (Restricted Commercial) and B-4 (general Commercial) Zoning Districts and is located at 1700 Eastwood Rd., SE. (NOT a public hearing) more info
07 / 26 (event) Registration Deadline to Enter Rochester's National Night Out "Event Party of the Year" (all day) Start: 2007-06-27 13:00 End: 2007-07-27 17:00 Body: These kids from the 21st St. NE neighborhood assembled a contact book, full of facts and photos collected from their neighbors. They distributed the finished books at Bob and Priscilla Wilmarth's big National Night Out party, and what a party it was including heaps of food, a lemonade stand, and a huge bonfire. The hostess even dressed for the part, complete with red, white, and blue shoes in honor of National Night Out. Does your neighborhood put on a fabulous party for National Night Out? Do neighbors mark their calendars a year in advance just to attend this fun gathering? more info
07 / 27 (event) Registration Deadline to Enter Rochester's National Night Out "Event Party of the Year" End: 5:00 pm Start: 2007-06-27 13:00 End: 2007-07-27 17:00 Body: These kids from the 21st St. NE neighborhood assembled a contact book, full of facts and photos collected from their neighbors. They distributed the finished books at Bob and Priscilla Wilmarth's big National Night Out party, and what a party it was including heaps of food, a lemonade stand, and a huge bonfire. The hostess even dressed for the part, complete with red, white, and blue shoes in honor of National Night Out. Does your neighborhood put on a fabulous party for National Night Out? Do neighbors mark their calendars a year in advance just to attend this fun gathering? more info
07 / 28 (event) Author Visit: Yuko Taniguchi Start: 12:00 pm Body: Rochester author Yuko Taniguchi will discuss her 2007 novel, The Ocean in the Closet. Yuko Taniguchi was born in Yokohama, Japan in 1975. At the age of fifteen, she came to the United States and attended high school in Maryland, obtaining her collegiate degrees in Minnesota where she continues to make her home. Rochester Public Library Auditorium 12:00 p.m. more info
07 / 29 (event) Family Day Down by the Riverside Start: 3:00 pm End: 10:00 pm Body: Activities 3-6 pm Music 7 pm Location Mayo Park: (behind Mayo Civic Auditorium) FREE! Riverside Concerts invites you to "come on down" to Mayo Park on July 29th starting at 3:00 P.M. to help celebrate Family Day...Down By the Riverside! The celebration will feature events that promote physical activity and family togetherness. This special day is dedicated to Rochester area families and is our way of saying thanks for supporting the Down by the Riverside concert series. A host of community organizations will be present to make sure you and your entire family will enjoy a fun-filled afternoon before Chuck Blattner and the Concert Band & Choir begin their show at 7:00 P.M. more info
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07 / 31 (event) RNeighborWalks Garden Tour Start: 6:30 pm End: 7:30 pm Body: Join us at 6:30 pm, outside of Mayo High School for another enjoyable night of neighborhood walking. July 31 Garden Tour Check out some amazing gardens in the SE neighborhood. On this walk we’ll be treated to an array of flowers, shrubs, and trees that neighbors have nurtured. Everyone from the most experienced green thumb to the beginner gardener will enjoy this walk. more info
08 / 1 (event) Summer Program: Schiffelly Puppets! Start: 10:00 am End: 2:00 pm Body: Laughter abounds when the Schiffelly Puppets enact their wacky adaptation of the Wizard of Oz. Auditorium seating is limited to 250 people. Library Auditorium Two shows! 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Schiffelly Puppets' Entertainment Programs bring the art of puppetry to community groups and organizations throughout the Upper Midwest. Comic situations, original puppet characters, and important life lessons are added to classic fairy tales creating an action packed entertainment extravaganza. These humorous and fun-filled shows run approximately 35 minutes and are appropriate for the entire family. more info (event) Film Contest Kick-Off Party Start: 7:00 pm Body: Join us as we kick-off the 2007/2008 Rochester Public Library's Youth Short Film Contest with a party and viewing of last years contest winners. Information about this year’s contest will be provided. This event takes place at the Cinemagic Hollywood Theatre at 7:00 p.m. more info
08 / 2 (event) Historic Southwest Neighborhood Association Meeting Start: 7:00 am End: 8:00 pm Body: Historic Southwest Neighborhood Association will hold a general meeting this Thursday, August 2nd. We meet at Christ United Methodist Church and our meeting will begin at 7:00 pm. First on our agenda will be a presentation by Brenda Kulow-King from the Rochester Area Family Y. She will be telling us about the newly expanded YMCA that is in our neighborhood. more info (event) Thursdays on First Start: 10:00 am End: 10:00 pm Body: Thursdays on First Summer Market & Music Festival debuts Thursday, June 14, and continues on every Thursday through August 30. This fourth annual event is coming back stronger and more diverse than ever with an upbeat music listing, a tasteful spread of outdoor food choices from five downtown restaurants, and a vivid mix of market vendors showcasing local products. more info (event) Community Work Service Garden Project Sells Produce Start: 11:00 am Body: A bounty of beautiful produce planted, tended, and harvested by members of DFO Community Work Service crew will be available for purchase. When & Where Wednesdays: 11am-2pm The Rotunda of the Government Center We will be selling produce every Wednesday until the 1 acre garden does not produce any longer. more info (event) Community Work Service Garden Project Sells Produce Start: 11:00 am End: 3:00 pm Body: A bounty of beautiful produce planted, tended, and harvested by members of DFO Community Work Service crew will be available for purchase. When & Where Wednesdays: 11am-2pm The Rotunda of the Government Center We will be selling produce every Wednesday until the 1 acre garden does not produce any longer. more info
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08 / 6 (event) Sit-Stay-Read Start: 6:30 pm Body: Read aloud for 20 minutes to a friendly therapy dog. Reading times are 6:30 p.m., 6:50 p.m. and 7:10 p.m. When registering, please enter your preferred dog and time in the email address box. Dogs and times will be assigned on a first come first served basis. Only registered child and accompanying parent/adult should attend. Register online at www.rochesterpubliclibrary.org and click on the events calendar or by calling 285-8012. more info (event) Common Council of the City Public Hearing Start: 7:00 pm End: 10:00 pm Body: Notice is hereby given by the Common Council of the City of Rochester, Minnesota, that all persons interested in the following public hearings: The question of whether the following described parcels of land recently annexed to the City should be included in the Rural Service District established by Ordinance 1466. 23.32 acres located along the south side of County Road 34 and the along the west side County Road 22 SW in a part of the West 1/2 of the NW 1/4 of Section 4 and a part of the East 1/2 of the NE 1/4 of Section 5, Rochester Township owned by Gregory Wencl. 42.09 acres located south of Pinewood Road SE and south and west of the Pinewood Ridge Second Subdivision in a part of the West 1/2 of the Northeast 1/4 of Section 19, Marion Township owned by Bigelow Homes LLC. 23.78 acres located south of Pinewood Road SE, west of 34th Avenue SE and east of Pinewood Ridge Drive SE in a part of the West 1/2 of the SW 1/4 of Section 17, Marion Township owned by Gary Vandal. May be heard at a meeting of the Common Council to be held in the Council/Board Chambers in the Government Center, 151 4th Street SE in said City at 7:00 p.m. on Monday, August 6, 2007. more info
08 / 7 (event) August 7 is National Night Out! Start: 4:00 pm End: 10:00 pm Body: It's America's night out-banding as neighborhoods against crime! People across the nation, including Rochester & Olmsted County, will join forces on August 7, 2007, to promote Police-community partnerships, crime and drug prevention awareness, safety and neighborhood unity. There are 170 parties in Rochester that are registered, over 15,000 people. That's almost triple the participation from last year! more info (event) RNeighborWalks Will Resume Next Tuesday Start: 6:30 pm End: 7:30 pm Body: Join us at 6:30 pm, outside of Mayo High School for another enjoyable night of neighborhood walking. August 7 Walk canceled due to National Night Out Take this time to create a safer and friendlier neighborhood by celebrating with your neighbors. August 14 Safe Neighborhood Walking Join Crime Prevention Specialist, Darrel Hildebrant for a walk that will highlight ways in which you can make your home and neighborhood safer and more walkable. more info (event) Eastside Pioneers Neighborhood Association Meeting Start: 7:00 pm End: 8:30 pm Body: The Eastside Pioneers Neighborhood Association will be meeting Thursday August 9, 7:00 PM at the Boys and Girls Club. On the agenda: Discussion of one possibly two problem houses, 1104 East Center Street and 1118 3 St NE. Representative(s) from law enforcement will be present to hear concerns and answer any questions you might have regarding problem houses. Presentation of findings on the Property Inventory and Evaluation (PIE) survey recently completed by neighborhood volunteers. We are taking stock of the housing in our neighborhood association, this will enable us to focus on the areas that warrant attention. RLuau tickets for sale for $25. This is a fundraiser for RNeighbors, the 501(c)3 umbrella resource organization over all of Rochester's neighborhoods. The fundraiser has a tropical theme (Luau) to it and will be held Sunday, August 26, 2007, 5-11 PM, at the Sandtrap Sports Bar, 3342 19 St NW, Rochester, MN. There will be Hors d'oeuvres and Silent Auction from 5-6:30 PM, Live Auction from 6-45-7:30 PM and Entertainment (Live music and Comedian Scott Hanson) 8-11 PM. Adjourment 8:15 PM more info
08 / 8 (event) Summer Program: Ventriloquist Gary Wick Start: 10:30 am Body: Clarence the Duck and his best friend Gary Wick will tickle your funny bone with jokes, songs, and amazing ventriloquism. Auditorium seating is limited to 250 people. Library Auditorium Two Shows! 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. more info (event) Crop Walk Open House Start: 5:00 pm End: 7:00 pm Body: WE WALK BECAUSE THEY WALK Rochester Area’s 25th annual CROP WALK Communities Reaching Out to People Please join us in a walk to end hunger both globally and locally. Sunday - October 14, 2007 Registration at 1:30 p.m. Step-off at 2:00 p.m. Peace United Church of Christ - 1503 2nd Avenue NE more info (event) iFilms: International and Independent Films Start: 6:00 pm Body: The Island (Drama-Spiritual/Russia) Somewhere in Northern Russia in a small Russian Orthodox monastery lives a very unusual man. His fellow-monks are confused by his bizarre conduct. Those who visit the island believe that the man has the power to heal, exorcise demons and foretell the future. However, he considers himself unworthy because of a sin he committed in his youth. The film is a parable, combining the realities of Russian everyday life with monastic ritual and routine. The iFilm series is intended for mature adults. Please provide guidance to your children. Admission is free. Library Auditorium 6:00 p.m. more info (event) City Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting Start: 7:00 pm End: 10:00 pm Body: You are hereby notified of the City Planning and Zoning Commission meeting to be held Wednesday, August 8, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council/Board Chambers of the Government Center, 151 4th Street SE, Rochester, MN 55904. A G E N D A A. CALL MEETING TO ORDER B. SET ORDER OF AGENDA C. CONSENT AGENDA: 1. Approve July 25, 2007 minutes D. CONTINUED CONSENT ITEM: 1. Type II Conditional Use Permit #R2007-024CUP by Daryl Nigon for the construction of a new warehouse attached to the existing building that is used for a cabinet-making business. The property is located in the B-1 (Restricted Commercial) and B-4 (general Commercial) Zoning Districts and is located at 1700 Eastwood Rd., SE. (Not a public hearing) more info
08 / 9 (event) Thursdays on First Start: 10:00 am End: 10:00 pm Body: Thursdays on First Summer Market & Music Festival debuts Thursday, June 14, and continues on every Thursday through August 30. This fourth annual event is coming back stronger and more diverse than ever with an upbeat music listing, a tasteful spread of outdoor food choices from five downtown restaurants, and a vivid mix of market vendors showcasing local products. more info (event) Eastside Pioneers Neighborhood Association Start: 7:00 pm End: 8:30 pm Body: The Eastside Pioneers Neighborhood Association will meet on Thursday August 9, 7:00 PM, at the Boys and Girls Club. They will receive a report from the Rochester Area Foundation regarding the Property Inventory and Evaluation (PIE) survey that was recently completed. Other neighborhood issues of concern will also be discussed at this meeting. more info
08 / 10 (event) Running Start for School Needs Your Help Start: 9:00 am End: 5:00 pm Body: It’s not too late to donate school supplies! This year, 5,600 K-12 students in Olmsted County qualify for free school supplies. Please help. Drop off bins are available at 85 locations around Olmsted County through Thursday, August 9. Please go to the United Way website to view these locations . more info
08 / 11 (event) Kids' Day at the Rochester Downtown Farmers' Market Start: 9:00 am End: 12:00 pm Body: Having fun the healthy way with fruits and vegetables everyday! Come to the Rochester Downtown Farmer's Market on Saturday August 11th from 9 am until noon for Kids' Day! Activities for children include Puppet Shows, Button Making, Face Painting, Bean Bag Toss, Music, Photos with Gertrude Grape and Sally Sweet Pea, Nutrition Wheel and Taste Testing! more info
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08 / 13 (event) Become the Hero in Your Own Life Start: 5:30 pm End: 7:30 pm Body: Kathrine Switzer, the first woman to run the Boston Marathon, is known as a champion for women in sports. She has been part of the "Heart of Summer" walking clinics, race and health promotion events in Rochester and Minneapolis over the past 3 years. She is very down-to-earth, energetic, and inspiring and we're excited that she'll be in Rochester once again. more info (event) Sit-Stay-Read Start: 6:30 pm Body: Read aloud for 20 minutes to a friendly therapy dog. Reading times are 6:30 p.m., 6:50 p.m. and 7:10 p.m. When registering, please enter your preferred dog and time in the email address box. Dogs and times will be assigned on a first come first served basis. Only registered child and accompanying parent/adult should attend. Register online at www.rochesterpubliclibrary.org and click on the events calendar or by calling 285-8012. more info (event) An Overview of Small-Scale Wind Electric Systems Start: 7:30 pm End: 9:00 pm Body: The First National Bank and our FNB Energy Bank program presents: An Overview of Small-Scale Wind Electric Systems with David A. Winkelman Monday, August 13 7:30 – 9:00pm Jon Hassler Theater 412 West Broadway Plainview, MN 55964 Cookies & beverages provided. more info
08 / 14 (event) Run with Kathrine Start: 12:00 pm Body: Kathrine Switzer, the first woman to run the Boston Marathon, is known as a champion for women in sports. She has been part of the "Heart of Summer" walking clinics, race and health promotion events in Rochester and Minneapolis over the past 3 years. She is very down-to-earth, energetic, and inspiring and we're excited that she'll be in Rochester once again. more info (event) Writing Group Start: 6:30 pm Body: Stuck on your first draft? Not sure about your plot? Let's get together and help each other out. Once a month we will meet to read and critique member's writing. The goal is to improve our writing in a friendly, supportive environment. HELEN CHEN, the 2004 Winnipeg Free Press writing contest winner and the 2005 MWW writing contest winner will help to facilitate the meeting. Meeting Room A 6:30 p.m. more info (event) RNeighborWalks Safe Neighborhood Walking Start: 6:30 pm End: 7:30 pm Body: Join us at 6:30 pm, outside of Mayo High School for another enjoyable night of neighborhood walking. August 14 Safe Neighborhood Walking Join Crime Prevention Specialist, Darrel Hildebrant for a walk that will highlight ways in which you can make your home and neighborhood safer and more walkable. more info
08 / 15 (event) Summer Program: Clowns Half-Pint and Oscar! Start: 10:30 am Body: There are giggles galore when clowning-duo Half-Pint and Oscar visit the library with crazy antics and silly surprises. Auditorium seating is limited to 250 people. Library Auditorium Two Shows! 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. more info (event) Youth Photography Class Start: 2:00 pm Start: 2007-08-15 14:00 End: 2007-08-17 14:00 Body: Beth Reineck, photographer and artist, will be conducting a 3-day art photography class for youth ages 12-18. Students will experiment with a variety of photography techniques and create a final photo project which will be on display at the library. Register online (www.rochesterpubliclibrary.org and click on events calendar), at the Fiction Movies & Movies desk, or by calling 285-8006. more info
08 / 16 (event) Youth Photography Class (all day) Start: 2007-08-15 14:00 End: 2007-08-17 14:00 Body: Beth Reineck, photographer and artist, will be conducting a 3-day art photography class for youth ages 12-18. Students will experiment with a variety of photography techniques and create a final photo project which will be on display at the library. Register online (www.rochesterpubliclibrary.org and click on events calendar), at the Fiction Movies & Movies desk, or by calling 285-8006. more info (event) Tree Planting Workshop Start: 7:30 am End: 12:00 pm Body: Location Kutzky Park 2nd St & 13th Ave NW Two of the greatest minds in stem girdling root research will be in Rochester for a one day session on proper and improper tree planting. This workshop will investigate proper planting practices and how to “plan ahead” by planting trees properly for the future. more info (event) Thursdays on First Start: 10:00 am End: 10:00 pm Body: Thursdays on First Summer Market & Music Festival debuts Thursday, June 14, and continues on every Thursday through August 30. This fourth annual event is coming back stronger and more diverse than ever with an upbeat music listing, a tasteful spread of outdoor food choices from five downtown restaurants, and a vivid mix of market vendors showcasing local products. more info
08 / 17 (event) Youth Photography Class End: 2:00 pm Start: 2007-08-15 14:00 End: 2007-08-17 14:00 Body: Beth Reineck, photographer and artist, will be conducting a 3-day art photography class for youth ages 12-18. Students will experiment with a variety of photography techniques and create a final photo project which will be on display at the library. Register online (www.rochesterpubliclibrary.org and click on events calendar), at the Fiction Movies & Movies desk, or by calling 285-8006. more info
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