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10 / 30
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The Clothesline Project
End: 5:00 pm
Start: 2007-10-01 09:00
End: 2007-10-30 17:00

ClothesLine Project
 
The Clothesline Project
On Display:
October 1-15 Library Skyway
October 16-30 Government Center

A traveling visual piece that honors survivors as well as those that have lost their lives to intimate partner violence. Women and their families who have experienced violence have designed t-shirts that share their stories in their own personal and unique way.

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Purple Ribbon Campaign
End: 5:00 pm
Start: 2007-10-01 09:00
End: 2007-10-30 17:00

Purple Ribbon
 
Our long-term goal is to bring an end to all interpersonal violence. We understand that a social problem of this magnitude will require many steps to eliminate. We can only do this one step at a time. That process begins with people like you, countless other IPRP supporters, and over one hundred and thirty affiliated groups and organizations worldwide.

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RNeighborWalks Healthy Holiday Cooking with UofM Nutrition Educator
Start: 6:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm

RNeighborWalks Logo
 
Join us at Mayo High School each Tuesday at 6:30 pm, for one hour of free walking with neighbors, education, door prizes, and fun!

October 30
Healthy holiday cooking with UofM Nutrition Educator, Dubravka Curkovic

It's time for turkey, stuffing, and lots of other yummy holiday food. Learn from a UofM Nutrition Educator options for how to make your family feasting healthier.

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10 / 31
11 / 1
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Great American Smokeout
Start: 8:00 am
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

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Green Savings for Southwest Neighbors
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 8:30 pm

HSW Logo
 
Come learn how to save energy, money, and live more green. We have two invited speakers: Sister Mary Goergan will speak on "The Greening of Assisi Heights" and Mr. Tony Benson from RPU will tell us simple ways we can save energy and thus save money.

At this meeting we will present and vote for the ballot of board members for the 2008 HSNA board. If you want more information about the individuals who have volunteered to participate on the 2008 HSNA board, visit www.hswna.org

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11 / 2
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Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

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11 / 3
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Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

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Step It Up Rochester Stop Global Warming
Start: 12:00 pm
End: 5:00 pm

Step It Up Logo
 
Rochester, MN

November 3, 2007 12:00PM to 05:00PM
Hosted by Chris Caffes

Event Description:
Tour of Green Construction Earth High/ Bred in SW Roch. Open house and info on salvage/ Green building practices and low impact sustainable living!

Location
%624 40th St SW
Rochester, MN

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11 / 4
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Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

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"Global Warming Solutions" with polar explorer Will Steger - Nov. 4th
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm

Will Steger
 
Join famed polar explorer Will Steger and J. Drake Hamilton, Director of Fresh Energy, at a free public forum this Sunday, looking at Global Warming Solutions. Don't miss an informative and inspiring evening of speakers, presentations, Q&A, and exhibits.

Nov. 4 7-9p.m.
Mayo Civic Center, Presentation Hall
Free Admission - Limited Seating

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11 / 5
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Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

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11 / 6
(event)
Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

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RNeighborWalks Making 4-H a Part of Your Life
Start: 6:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm

RNeighborWalks Logo
 
Join us at Mayo High School each Tuesday at 6:30 pm, for one hour of free walking with neighbors, education, door prizes, and fun!

November 6
Making 4-H a Part of Your Life

Did you know that there are over 7 million 4-Hers in the United States alone, making 4-H the largest out-of-school youth program? Everyone, ages eight through eighteen, can participate in the 4-H program. (Ages vary among states)

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11 / 7
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Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

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Rochester Zoning Board of Appeals Public Hearing
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm

Notice is hereby given that the Rochester Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, November 7, 2007, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council/Board Chambers of the Government Center, 151 4th Street SE, Rochester, MN. The purpose of this hearing will be to consider the following:

  • Type III, Phase I, Variance Request R2007-025VAR by Joseph and Cindy Bowman to allow for a parking space in the side street side yard that will not meet the requirements for residential parking in the R-2 (Low Density Residential) Zoning District. The property is located at 1301 4th Ave SE, Rochester, MN.
  • Type III, Phase I, Variance Request R2007-026VAR by Pat Ryan to allow for the construction of an apartment building that will not meet the density, floor area, or bufferyard requirements in the R-3 (Medium Density Residential) Zoning District. The property is located at 327 and 331 West Frontage Road NW, Rochester, MN.

All interested persons are invited to attend or submit written comment. If you have any questions, contact the Rochester-Olmsted Planning Dept. at 507.328.7100.

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11 / 8
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Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

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“Teaching Kids to Be Responsible” with Corwin Kronenberg
Start: 6:30 pm
End: 8:00 pm

Corwin Kronenberg
 
A FREE Parenting Event Date: November 8, 2007 Time: 6:30-8:00 p.m. Location: Rochester Community & Technical College, Heinz Center Commons 851 30th Ave SE, Rochester, MN

Pre-registration is not required. A take-away handout will be provided. Certificates of attendance are available (1.5 hours).

Corwin Kronenberg is a parent, author, teacher and an outstanding presenter. His 34 years of experience in the school setting makes it possible for him to bring extensive down to earth knowledge of the realities of kids. Corwin is a highly sought after expert and speaker on the topics of self-concept and discipline. He presents his topic with enthusiasm, drama, humor and credibility. He has gained recognition as an international presenter as a result of his fast-paced, entertaining style and the usefulness of the information represented.

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Eastside Pioneers Neighborhood Association Meeting
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 8:30 pm

The Eastside Pioneers Neighborhood Association (ESPNA) will be discussing youth gang activity and violence in Rochester at our next two neighborhood meetings on Thursday, November 8, and Thursday, December 13 7:00 PM at the Boys and Girls Club.

We will have officers present at our November 8th meeting and hopefully Steve Thompson from the Southeast Minnesota Narcotics and Gang Task Force, at our December 13 meeting. We will be focusing particular attention on the impact of gang violence on Rochester's neighborhoods.

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11 / 9
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Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

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Active Community Planning Rochester
Start: 8:00 am
End: 1:00 pm

Active Community
 
Kick Off Event
November 9, 2007
8:00 am– 1:00 pm
Mayo Suite, Mayo Civic Center

Register Online by Monday, November 5, 2007.

Speakers include:

  • Dr. Randal Thomas, MD, MS is Director of the Cardiovascular Health Clinic, Mayo Clinic and an active member of the CardioVision2020 grassroots organization aimed to reduce cardiovascular disease.
    Dr. Thomas will highlight inactivity trends and consequences
    and the important interaction between physical activity, the built environment, and health.
  • Feature Speaker Michael Ronkin , President of Designing Streets for Pedestrians and Bicyclists LLC. will demonstrate how planning and design can impact livable, walkable and bikeable streets.

Attendees will explore how land use, street connectivity, access management, site design and building orientation all affect the ultimate street section.

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11 / 10
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Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

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Scouting for Food
Start: 9:00 am
End: 5:00 pm

Scounting for Food
 
Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, Explorers and adult leaders will be walking door-to-door in their communities throughout Southeastern Minnesota collecting food items for their local food shelves on Saturday November 10th.

To participate in the food drive, area residents should place a box or bag of non-perishable food by their front door the morning of November 10. The Scouts will deliver it to their local food shelf where it will be sorted and weighed.

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11 / 11
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Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

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11 / 12
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Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

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11 / 13
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Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

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Workforce 2020 Needs Volunteers
Start: 8:30 am
End: 1:00 pm

Workforce 20/20
 
Workforce 2020 is committed to promoting a globally competitive educational and workforce development system for all. On Nov . 13, 2007, Personal Finance students at Century, John Marshall and Mayo High Schools will be participating in an interactivity called, “The Walk of Life.”

The program is designed to:
1. Demonstrate to students the need for personal finance management
2. Provide students an opportunity to connect with community and business leaders
3. Allow students to exercise budgeting/money management skills and see the ramifications of the decisions they make

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RNeighborWalks Managing Your Finances with UofM Regional Extension Educator Phyllis Onstad
Start: 6:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm

RNeighborWalks Logo
 
Join us at Mayo High School each Tuesday at 6:30 pm, for one hour of free walking with neighbors, education, door prizes, and fun!

November 13
Managing Your Finances with UofM Regional Extension Educator Phyllis Onstad

Ever feel like your finances are out of control? Attend this RNeighborWalks and learn helpful tips on how to master your finances and regain control.

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Meadow Park Neighbors Monthly Meeting
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 8:30 pm

Date
Tuesday November 13, 2007

Time
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Location
Mayo High School -- Room 1-216B -- Left from door 1

Street
1420 11th Ave SE

Phone
289-9030

Subject
Darrel Hildebrandt, a crime prevention specialist and neighborhood watch coordinator for the Rochester police department, will provide safety tips for the holiday season.

Boundaries
Commencing as a point of beginning at the intersection of 3rd Avenue SE and 12th Street SE (TH 14); thence easterly along the centerline of 12th Street SE to the bridge over Bear Creek; thence southerly along Bear Creek to its confluence with Willow Creek; thence southwesterly along Willow Creek to the centerline of 11th Avenue SE (CSAH 1); thence southerly along the centerline of 11th Avenue SE to the south line of the Willow Creek Middle School property extended; thence westerly along said south line and along the continuation of the south line of Smetka Park to the southwest corner of said park; thence northerly along the west line of said park and its prolongation to the centerline of 20th Street SE; thence westerly along the centerline of 20th Street SE to its intersection with 3rd Avenue SE; thence northerly along the centerline of 3rd Avenue SE to the point of beginning.

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11 / 14
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Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

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City Planning and Zoning Commission Public Meeting
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm

The City Planning and Zoning Commission of the City of Rochester, Minnesota, will hold a public meeting in the Council/Board Chambers of the Government Center, 151 4th Street SE, Rochester, MN, on Wednesday, November 14, 2007, at 7:00 p.m. regarding:

  • Preliminary Plat R2007-012PLAT by Joel Bigelow and Sons Enterprises, to be known as Harvestview Fourth. The plat consists of 28.21 acres to be subdivided into 20 lots of residential development, one lot for public parkland and one lot for an elementary school. The plat also dedicates right-of-way for public roadways. The applicant is also requesting approval of a Substantial Land Alteration permit for grading on the property which would result in grade changes exceeding 10 feet. The property is located north of 55th Street NW, south of the Douglas Trail and west of Harvestview 2nd Subdivision.
  • Type II Performance Residential Development Conditional Use Permit #R2007-031CUP and Variance #R2007-028VAR by McWilliams Homes for the development of a townhome development that exceeds 9 units per acre for property zoned R-2 (Low Density residential). The proposed density is 12.90 units an acre. The applicant is also requesting a variance to allow front yard parking and to the required amount of landscape area. The property is platted as Lots 1 and 2, Block 7 Stonebridge and is located along the west side of County Road 109 (36th Ave SE) and south of Bridgeview Drive SE.
  • Preliminary Plat #R2007-011PLAT by Southern Crossing Development, LLC to be known as Southern Crossings. The applicant proposes to subdivide 15.69 acres into 3 lots for commercial development. The property is zoned B-4 (General Commercial) and is located north of the old Fleet Farm building, west of TH 63 and south of the Southtown subdivisions.
  • Type III, Phase II Conditional Use Permit R2007-030CUP and Variance R2007-27VAR by Jack Remick. The applicant is requesting approval for a Sand and Gravel Excavation permit to allow for the excavation of materials on the property. The excavation work is also located within the flood prone district and includes a request for multiple variances to the operation and reclamation requirements of the Rochester Zoning Ordinance and Land Development Manual for a Sand and Gravel Excavation. The property is located south of the Rochester Athletic Club, north of the DM&E railroad tracks and west of Industrial Drive NW.
  • Amendment to Conditional Use Permit R2007-027CUP by Edward and Deborah Jeffers and Brentwood Annex LLC. The applicant is proposing to construct a parking facility on a part of Block 5 Williams McCullough’s Addition. The applicant acquired an additional property on block which is being added to the development. The property is bounded by 2nd Street NW on the north, 5th Avenue NW on the east, 1st Street NW on the south and 6th Avenue NW on the west. The property is located in the CDC/Medical Zoning District.
  • Amended Land Use Plan Amendment R2007-003LUPA, Zoning District Amendment R2007-006ZC, and General Development Plan R00282GDP by Greg Wencl to be known as Meadow Lakes Golf Condos. The applicant is proposing to amend the Rochester Urban Service Area Land Use Plan to designate approximately 12.4 acres of land for “medium density residential” land uses. The property is currently designated for “low density residential” types of uses. The applicant is also proposing to re-zone 12.4 acres of land from the I (Interim) zoning district to the R-3 (Medium Density Residential) zoning district and 10.9 acres to the R-1 (Mixed Single Family) zoning district. The applicant is also proposing to amend the Floodway and Flood Prone (100 year floodplain) boundaries on the property to correspond with the FEMA approved LOMR (Letter of Map Revision) for the same property. The GDP indicates that the property will be developed with condominiums on the southeast portion of the GDP. The property is located west along County Road 22 (West Circle Drive), south of County Road 34, and within the Meadow Lakes Golf Course.

All interested persons are invited to attend or submit written comment. If you have any questions, please contact the Rochester-Olmsted Planning Dept. at 507.328-7100.

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11 / 15
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Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

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The Great Minnesota FREE e-Cycling Event!
Start: 6:00 am
Start: 2007-11-15 06:00
End: 2007-11-17 17:00

Envision MN
 
Help save a river, or a forest or a city tree - by bringing your old electronics to the country's biggest eCycling event! Best of all - it's FREE!

Old electronics are a major problem for the environment. You can't leave them in the street, you can't put them in the trash anymore - so bring them to the country's largest-ever eCycling (electronics recycling) event organized by Materials Processing Corporation.

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11 / 16
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Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

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The Great Minnesota FREE e-Cycling Event!
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-15 06:00
End: 2007-11-17 17:00

Envision MN
 
Help save a river, or a forest or a city tree - by bringing your old electronics to the country's biggest eCycling event! Best of all - it's FREE!

Old electronics are a major problem for the environment. You can't leave them in the street, you can't put them in the trash anymore - so bring them to the country's largest-ever eCycling (electronics recycling) event organized by Materials Processing Corporation.

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John Marshall Marching Band Indoor Concert
Start: 7:30 pm
End: 9:00 pm

Date
November 16, 7:30 p.m.

Location
Ilstrup Auditorium

The band students have been working hard since the final October conference football game preparing new literature for what we think will be one of our best shows to date.

The production will include music from our “Wicked” field show, a Tribute to Jazz (Birdland / Michelle / Fly Me To The Moon), music by Black Sabbath, Nine Inch Nails, and Chuck Mangione, and our big finish this year will be Sousa’s “Stars and Stripes Forever.”

The traditional band entrance, percussion feature, children’s march (where children 6 and under come up to conduct the band), and creative “ditties” will all be a part of this production as well.

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11 / 17
(event)
Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

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The Great Minnesota FREE e-Cycling Event!
End: 5:00 pm
Start: 2007-11-15 06:00
End: 2007-11-17 17:00

Envision MN
 
Help save a river, or a forest or a city tree - by bringing your old electronics to the country's biggest eCycling event! Best of all - it's FREE!

Old electronics are a major problem for the environment. You can't leave them in the street, you can't put them in the trash anymore - so bring them to the country's largest-ever eCycling (electronics recycling) event organized by Materials Processing Corporation.

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Rochester Public Schools: A Tale of Two Cities
Start: 8:00 am
End: 10:00 am

Two Cities?
 
Date
Saturday, November 17

Time
8—10 AM

Location
Cafeteria
John Marshall High School
1510 14th St NW
Rochester, MN

Rochester Public Schools: A Tale of Two Cities

  • Are there two Rochesters?
  • How do our perceptions differ from the reality of our students' achievement?
  • What surprises do the data reveal about our students and their futures?
  • What questions need to be asked?
  • How do we as a community fit into the solutions?

Our new superintendent, Dr. Romain Dallemand, will provide an over-view of the statistics and their implications concerning students of the Rochester Public Schools.

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Harvest to Holiday Annual Benefit
Start: 6:30 pm
End: 8:00 pm

Date
November 17, 6:30 p.m.

Location
Holy Spirit Catholic Church (5455 50th Avenue NW)

The holiday season gets underway with style, grace, and festive merrymaking as the Honors Choirs of Southeast Minnesota kicks things off with its annual Harvest to Holiday benefit. The night begins with a silent auction featuring a wide variety of over 150 themed baskets, services, and entertainment opportunities. Items vary from a weekend at an area bed and breakfast to a basket of homemade jams and breads. There’s something there for everyone, and it’s a great place to do some holiday gift buying! Music-to-bid-by will be provided by individual musicians as well as small ensembles.

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11 / 18
(event)
Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

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Coffeehouse Author Series: William Kent Krueger
Start: 2:00 pm

Thunder Bay
 
William Kent Krueger writes a mystery series set in the North Woods of Minnesota, hard up against the Iron Range.

Krueger has won numerous awards for his novels, and his work has been optioned by Hollywood. He does all his creative writing in booth #4 at the St. Clair broiler in St. Paul.

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11 / 19
(event)
Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

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Common Council of the City Public Hearing
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm

Notice is hereby given by the Common Council of the City of Rochester, Minnesota, that all persons interested in the following public hearings:

  • Preliminary Plat R2007-006PLAT by Hadley Valley Partners of Rochester, to be known as Hadley Creek Village. The plat consists of 68 lots and 10 outlots on 233.91 acres located north of 48th St., NE, and west of Hadley Valley Rd., NE (CR 124) on property that is the Hawthorn Hills Golf Learning Center and former Hawthorn Hills Associates property.
  • Amendment to Special District #19 known as Hadley Creek by Hadley Valley Partners of Rochester, LLC. The applicant is proposing to amend the special district language to allow for a maximum of 35 percent of the homes with front loaded garages may have a garage be at a maximum of 6 feet in front of the building or front porch. The amendment will also shift the location of the Community Center District. The property is located north of 48th St., NE, and west of Hadley Valley Rd., NE (CR 124) on property that is now the Hawthorn Hills Golf Learning Center.
  • Final Plat # R2007-016PLAT by the Ragan-Hexum Properties, LLC to be known as Replat of Outlot A Northern Slopes First Subdivision. The applicant is proposing to re-plat a portion of Outlot A Northern Slopes First Subdivision into 3 lots to accommodate development. One of the lots is the location of the existing public park on the property. The property is located along the east side of Wellner Drive NE, along the west side of 6th Avenue NE and north of the Rocky Creek Estates Manufactured Home Park.
  • Amended Final Plat # R2007-003PLAT by Northbrook, LLC to be known as River Center Plaza. The applicant is proposing to amend the final plat on the land that the Northbrook Shopping Center is located on into 3 lots. The property is located along the west of the North Broadway and East of the Zumbro River and is known as the Northbrook Shopping Center.
  • Type III, Phase III Expansion of a Nonconforming Use Conditional Use Permit R2007-033CUP by Rochester Network for Re-Entry. The applicant is requesting approval to expand the existing nonconforming use at 720 3rd Avenue SE. The existing use of the property is for offender transitional housing. The property is located at 720 Third Avenue SE.

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, November 19, 2007.

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The Rose Ensemble- Slavic Wonders: Feasts and Saints in Ancient Moscow, Prague and Krakow
Start: 7:30 pm
End: 9:00 pm

Rose Ensemble
 
When
November 19, 7:30 p.m.

Location
Saint Marys Hospital Chapel, Domitilla Building, first floor, 1216 Second Street S.W.

Presented by Mayo Clinic Center for Humanities in Medicine, the Meditation and Memorial concert is offered each year as a time of commemoration and contemplation.

This year’s program, created by The Rose Ensemble Artistic Director Jordan Sramek, will blend haunting tales of folk heroes and saints of old to connect listeners to the spirituality and humanity of ancient worlds. The Rose Ensemble is an internationally recognized choral ensemble.

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11 / 20
(event)
Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

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RNeighborWalks - Learn to Experience Less Stress This Holiday with Denise Quint from Conflict Solutions
Start: 6:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm

RNeighborWalks Logo
 
Join us at Mayo High School each Tuesday at 6:30 pm, for one hour of free walking with neighbors, education, door prizes, and fun!

November 20
Learn to Experience Less Stress This Holiday with Denise Quint from Conflict Solutions

Shopping, family events, baking, gift-wrapping...all of these things being crammed into a short time can make anyone feel stressed. How do you manage it all and maintain your holiday spirits? Attend this RNeighborWalks and get some helpful hints to make your holiday season and your new year, a little less stressful.

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Bedtime Stories @ the library
Start: 6:30 pm

Stories, puppets and songs to give you sweet dreams.

6:30 p.m.
Library Auditorium

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11 / 21
(event)
Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

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(event)
Festival of Trees - A Celebration of Giving
Start: 11:00 am
Start: 2007-11-21 11:00
End: 2007-11-25 16:00

Festival of Trees Photo
 
Dates and Times

Wednesday 11/21
through
Saturday 11/24
11:00a.m.-7:00p.m.

Sunday 11/25
11:00a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Location
Mayo Civic Center Exhibit Hall

Celebrate and make new memories with us at the 22nd Festival of Trees-A Celebration of Giving. Watch the magic unfold during the week of November 20 and share in the journey as Mayo Civic Center’s Exhibit Hall transforms into a playland of Frosty Fun! Special activities and theme days are scheduled daily.

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11 / 22
(event)
Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

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(event)
Festival of Trees - A Celebration of Giving
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-21 11:00
End: 2007-11-25 16:00

Festival of Trees Photo
 
Dates and Times

Wednesday 11/21
through
Saturday 11/24
11:00a.m.-7:00p.m.

Sunday 11/25
11:00a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Location
Mayo Civic Center Exhibit Hall

Celebrate and make new memories with us at the 22nd Festival of Trees-A Celebration of Giving. Watch the magic unfold during the week of November 20 and share in the journey as Mayo Civic Center’s Exhibit Hall transforms into a playland of Frosty Fun! Special activities and theme days are scheduled daily.

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11 / 23
(event)
Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

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(event)
Festival of Trees - A Celebration of Giving
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-21 11:00
End: 2007-11-25 16:00

Festival of Trees Photo
 
Dates and Times

Wednesday 11/21
through
Saturday 11/24
11:00a.m.-7:00p.m.

Sunday 11/25
11:00a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Location
Mayo Civic Center Exhibit Hall

Celebrate and make new memories with us at the 22nd Festival of Trees-A Celebration of Giving. Watch the magic unfold during the week of November 20 and share in the journey as Mayo Civic Center’s Exhibit Hall transforms into a playland of Frosty Fun! Special activities and theme days are scheduled daily.

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11 / 24
(event)
Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

more info
(event)
Festival of Trees - A Celebration of Giving
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-21 11:00
End: 2007-11-25 16:00

Festival of Trees Photo
 
Dates and Times

Wednesday 11/21
through
Saturday 11/24
11:00a.m.-7:00p.m.

Sunday 11/25
11:00a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Location
Mayo Civic Center Exhibit Hall

Celebrate and make new memories with us at the 22nd Festival of Trees-A Celebration of Giving. Watch the magic unfold during the week of November 20 and share in the journey as Mayo Civic Center’s Exhibit Hall transforms into a playland of Frosty Fun! Special activities and theme days are scheduled daily.

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Hooray for Saturday: Family film program @ the library!
Start: 10:30 am

Our fall film program features three hilarious farmyard tales written by picture book author Doreen Cronin: Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type, Duck For President, and Giggle, Giggle, Quack.

10:30 a.m.
Library Auditorium

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11 / 25
(event)
Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

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(event)
Festival of Trees - A Celebration of Giving
End: 4:00 pm
Start: 2007-11-21 11:00
End: 2007-11-25 16:00

Festival of Trees Photo
 
Dates and Times

Wednesday 11/21
through
Saturday 11/24
11:00a.m.-7:00p.m.

Sunday 11/25
11:00a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Location
Mayo Civic Center Exhibit Hall

Celebrate and make new memories with us at the 22nd Festival of Trees-A Celebration of Giving. Watch the magic unfold during the week of November 20 and share in the journey as Mayo Civic Center’s Exhibit Hall transforms into a playland of Frosty Fun! Special activities and theme days are scheduled daily.

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Yaggy Colby History Lecture
Start: 2:30 pm

Tom Brinkman will be speaking about his new book, “Minnesota World War II Fighter Pilots. Presented by Olmsted County Historical Center in cooperation with Rochester public library. Costs underwritten by Yaggy Colby Associates.

Sunday, November 25
2:30 pm
Auditorium

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11 / 26
(event)
Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

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(event)
Rochester Area Family Y Program Registration Begins
Start: 7:00 am
Start: 2007-11-26 07:00
End: 2007-12-06 13:00

Starting November 26! Contact the Y to find out more about their exciting line up of Winter programs. There's Youth Sports starting at age 3 1/2, Swim Lessons, Family events, fitness information, senior programs, and much more! Y members can register in person or online starting November 26th and then by phone on November 29th. Non-Y members can register beginning December 3th in person or online and then December 6th by phone. Visit www.rochfamy.org for a complete program listing.

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11 / 27
(event)
Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

more info
(event)
Rochester Area Family Y Program Registration Begins
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-26 07:00
End: 2007-12-06 13:00

Starting November 26! Contact the Y to find out more about their exciting line up of Winter programs. There's Youth Sports starting at age 3 1/2, Swim Lessons, Family events, fitness information, senior programs, and much more! Y members can register in person or online starting November 26th and then by phone on November 29th. Non-Y members can register beginning December 3th in person or online and then December 6th by phone. Visit www.rochfamy.org for a complete program listing.

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11 / 28
(event)
Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

more info
(event)
Rochester Area Family Y Program Registration Begins
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-26 07:00
End: 2007-12-06 13:00

Starting November 26! Contact the Y to find out more about their exciting line up of Winter programs. There's Youth Sports starting at age 3 1/2, Swim Lessons, Family events, fitness information, senior programs, and much more! Y members can register in person or online starting November 26th and then by phone on November 29th. Non-Y members can register beginning December 3th in person or online and then December 6th by phone. Visit www.rochfamy.org for a complete program listing.

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City Planning and Zoning Commission Meeting
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm

You are hereby notified of the City Planning and Zoning Commission meeting to be held Wednesday, November 28, 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 November 14, 2007 minutes

2. Type II Design Modification R2007-004DM by Main Street Builders, Inc. and The Gardens Manufactured Home Community, LLC. The applicant is requesting a design modification to the requirements of Chapter 62.311 of the Rochester Zoning Ordinance and Land Development Manual to allow a building height of 38.73 feet instead of the permitted height of 30 feet. The property is located along the north and west side of Maine Avenue SE, south of 40th Street SE and north of the Garden Manufactured Home Community.
Send comments on this item to: Svenby.brent@co.olmsted.mn.us

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11 / 29
(event)
Great American Smokeout
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-01 08:00
End: 2007-11-30 17:00

Great American Smokeout
 
This nationwide event takes place the third Thursday of November each year to encourage smokers to quit for at least one day, in hopes they will quit forever. The decision to quit tobacco use is one that only you can make. Others may want to help you, but the real commitment must come from you. Below are some ideas and models researchers have come up with to help you quit.

more info
(event)
Rochester Area Family Y Program Registration Begins
(all day)
Start: 2007-11-26 07:00
End: 2007-12-06 13:00

Starting November 26! Contact the Y to find out more about their exciting line up of Winter programs. There's Youth Sports starting at age 3 1/2, Swim Lessons, Family events, fitness information, senior programs, and much more! Y members can register in person or online starting November 26th and then by phone on November 29th. Non-Y members can register beginning December 3th in person or online and then December 6th by phone. Visit www.rochfamy.org for a complete program listing.

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Bluestem Center & Riverseasons Open House
Start: 5:30 pm

Bluestem
 
Bluestem Center and Riverseasons invites you to an Evening of Lights!

Open House
Thursday, November 29, 5:30 – 7:30 pm
124 Elton Hills Lane NW, Rochester
For additional information, call (507) 282-1009.

Prior to the Holiday Dazzle explore the lighted paths to personal and family serenity services:

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Mayo Stage Door Presents: The Wiz
Start: 7:30 pm
Start: 2007-11-29 19:30
End: 2007-12-01 19:30

The Wiz
 
Date
November 29-December 1 (see times below)

Location
Mayo High School Smith Auditorium

Mayo High School Stage Door is pleased to present THE WIZ, by Charlie Smalls and William Brown. Dorothy’s well-known adventures in the Land of Oz will be brought to life in this jazzed-up musical version of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum.

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