Events

«	September 27, 2008 - October 27, 2008	»
09 / 27 (event) RNeighborWoods 2008 Fall Tree Planting Start: 9:00 am End: 11:30 am Body: Trees make good neighbors. Join us on Saturday, September 27, 2008, at 9 am, for a community boulevard tree planting in the south east Rochester Homestead Park - 8 ½ Street neighborhood. more info (event) Special Program: Folk Music for Families with Sparky and Rhonda Start: 10:30 am Body: Join recording artists Sparky and Rhonda Rucker for a family concert of toe-tapping musical fun! 10:30 am in the library auditorium. more info
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09 / 29 (event) Library Class: Internet Start: 11:30 am Body: Geared to the beginner, a reference librarian will cover the basics: Internet addresses, navigation and terminology. Practice time is included. Register online, at the second-floor reference desk or by calling 328-2309. 11:30 a.m. in Meeting Room B of the library. more info
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10 / 1 (event) Library Class: Auto Repair Reference Center Start: 7:00 pm Body: With a valid library card, you can use this internet resource from your home computer or in the library. A reference librarian will show you how to search for repair information, technical service bulletins, wiring schematics as well as how to search the library catalog for repair manuals. Register online, at the second-floor reference desk, or by calling 328-2309. 7:00 p.m. in Meeting Room B of the library. more info (event) Rochester Zoning Board of Appeals Public Hearing Start: 7:00 pm End: 10:00 pm Body: Notice is hereby given that the Rochester Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, October 1, 2008, 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 R2008-021VAR by Zumbro Lutheran Church for the construction of a Columbaria that will not meet the required setbacks for Area Accessory Development within the R-4 (High Density Residential) Zoning District. The property address is 624 3rd Avenue SW, Rochester, MN. Type III, Phase I, Variance Request R2008-020VAR by AT&T/Prosource Tech to construct a telecommunication equipment shelter that will not meet the required setbacks in a residential district. The property is in the R-1 (Mixed Single Family) Zoning District. The property address is 1020 38th Street SW, 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. more info
10 / 2 (event) Historic Southwest Neighborhood Association Meeting Start: 7:00 pm End: 8:00 pm Body: The next general meeting of the Historic Southwest Neighborhood Association (HSNA) will be: Thursday, 10/02/08 7:00 PM Christ United Methodist Church 400 Fifth Avenue SW. Our topic is Green II and our invited speaker is Barb Huberty, Environmental & Regulatory Affairs Coordinator for the City of Rochester Public Works. She will provide information on "Things You Can Do in Your Neighborhood to Promote Water Quality." We'll learn about plantings, parking lots, and overall environmental quality. more info
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10 / 4 (event) The 7th Annual Walk for Thought Start: 10:00 am End: 12:00 pm Body: Did you know a brain injury occurs every 23 seconds? Or, can you believe the number of people who annually sustain a brain injury is six times greater than the total number of new multiple sclerosis, HIV and breast cancer cases combined? Yet, brain injury is often overlooked and therefore makes it a silent epidemic. In 1984 a small group of families and providers came together to form what is now the Brain Injury Association of Minnesota. It was a grassroots effort to advocate for services at a time when resources were limited at best for persons with brain injury and their families. Today it is still the only statewide nonprofit organization in Minnesota devoted solely to serving the needs of the estimated 100,000 Minnesotans (12,000 children and young adults) who live with disability due to brain injury, their families and the professionals who work with them. more info (event) Historic Home Tour - Kutzky Park Neighborhood Start: 10:00 am End: 4:00 pm Body: Saturday, October 4, 2008 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Tour Homes 917 2nd Street SW Owner – Catherine & Russell Fries 1105 W. Center Street Owner – Stephanie & Mike Podulke 3 11th Avenue SW Owner – Laurel Podulke 19 11th Avenue NW Owner – Knelly & Jacob Dettinger 1430 W. Center Street Owner – Susan & David Goettsch 703 W. Center Street – Refreshment Center Saints Anargyroi Greek Orthodox Church - 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Underwriters Bella Rae Homes – Kellie Threinen Ebert & Gerberts Subs & Clubs Colonial Appraisals Rochester Tool and Die more info
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10 / 6 (event) Common Council of the City Public Hearing Start: 7:00 pm End: 8:00 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: General Development Plan (R00286GDP) AND Special District #20 (R00020SD) by Tom Ott to be known as Highland Preserve. The applicant proposes a mixed use development on approximately 535 acres of land utilizing unique zoning regulations with the inclusion of design standards, setbacks and land use mixes. Proposed development includes single family residential with varying lot sizes, multi-family residential, community center, commercial/office, public parks and environmental corridors. New public roadways are proposed, including alleys within a portion of the site. The property is located north of Valleyhigh Drive NW (CSAH 4), along the west side of 50th Avenue NE and along the east side of 60th Avenue NW. Vacation Petition R2008-017VAC UTILITY EASEMENT by The Gardens Manufactured Home Community. The applicants are proposing to vacate all public utility easements over, under and across that part of Outlot E and Lot 1, Block 4, The Gardens North Development and a part of Outlot G, The Gardens. The property is located east of St. Bridget Road SE and south of Maine Avenue SE and Garden Court 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, October 6, 2008. more info
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10 / 8 (event) Walk and Bike to School Day Start: 7:00 am End: 10:00 am Body: Join children and adults around the world in the celebration of International Walk and Bike to School Day! We walk rain or shine! Use the walk to school to: Get to know your neighbors Research has shown that people living on quiet roads know more of their neighbors than people living on busy streets. Respect your streets People are less likely to litter their own backyard. Walking to school regularly gives children a "sense of place", making the streets better for everyone! Find a route to school Walk with your children and explore the area to find the safest way to school, avoiding busy main roads and using quieter side roads with sidewalks. Get to know your neighborhood Developing a mental map of the area is an important part of growing up and gaining confidence in an area. Practice life skills Use Walk and Bike to School Day to learn personal safety skills and practice using proper pedestrian and bike safety rules. Start a walking/biking habit If you walk or bike to school every day for a month, it will become a habit - and you won't want to go back to driving! RNeighbors staff helped out at the 2006 Walk to School Day at Riverside Central Elementary. What can I do? more info (event) Cascade Trail Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Start: 4:00 pm End: 5:00 pm Body: A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony has been scheduled for The City of Rochester’s new Cascade Lake Bicycle Trail. This is the trail that is roughly parallel to TH14 west from Country Club Manor to TH52. Date: Wednesday October 8, 2008 Time: 4:00 PM Location: At the west end of the trail near the intersection of Lake Street & Interlachen Lane. The ceremony will include the following: Gather along the trail near the west end. Pass out drawing tickets to all participants. Recognition & Thank You Conduct a drawing for a grand prize and other prizes. Have a Special Dignitary cut the ribbon. End up with a ride along the trail to TH52 and back to the starting point, then home. Please feel free to pass this invitation along to others. I will also notify the Rochester Police Department and the Press. This event is sponsored by BPAC, the Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee to the Rochester Olmsted County Council of Governments. Look for information on Trails at http://www.co.olmsted.mn.us/planning/bicycle-pedestrian_advisory_committee.asp. more info (event) City Planning and Zoning Commission Public Meeting Start: 7:00 pm End: 9:00 pm Body: 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, October 8, 2008, at 7:00 p.m. regarding: Type III, Phase II Restricted Development R2008-032CUP by Rochester Senior Housing, Inc. The applicant proposes to construct a 54 unit senior housing independent housing development on 2.20 acres. The building would consist of 3 floors and be approximately 44,949 square feet. The property is located along the west side of Kenosha Drive NW, north of Valley High Road NW and south of 35th Street NW and Badger Hills 3rd Subdivision. Type III, Phase II Amendment to General Development Plan R00173GDP known as Ridgewood by Freedom Development and Consulting. The applicant is requesting to amend the approved GDP by changing an area identified as single family detached dwellings to single family attached dwellings. The roadway pattern through the area is also proposed to be modified. The property is located east of 40th Ave. SE, south of Rolling Ridge Subdivision and Valley Side Estates Third Subdivision and Starling Lane SE. more info
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10 / 11 (event) Kids’ Day at the Rochester Downtown Farmers’ Market Start: 9:00 am End: 11:58 am Body: It’s Kids’ Day at the Rochester Downtown Farmers’ Market! The Rochester Farmers’ Market along with Steps to a Healthier Rochester, Olmsted Medical Center, River Valley Girl Scout Council, Rochester Women’s Magazine, and the Rochester Area Y are partnering to provide kid-friendly activities in the market on Saturday, October 11th. Highlights of the morning will include: more info
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10 / 15 (event) Questions About Your Home and Mortgage? Start: 7:00 pm End: 8:00 pm Body: Home Ownership Center Telephone Event Minnesota, along with the entire country, is currently witnessing an alarming trend in home foreclosures. In 2008, an estimated 80,000 Minnesota home owners are expected to become delinquent on their mortgage payment. As you think about your home and your mortgage, consider: more info
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10 / 18 (event) Think Green Sustainability Fair Start: 9:00 am End: 5:00 pm Body: The Think Green Fair, in conjunction with the Rochester Women's Fall expo, will take place on Saturday, October 18, at the Mayo Civic Center from 9 am to 5 pm. Check out the website for information on some of the impactful speakers and workshops lined up for the event. more info
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10 / 20 (event) Rochester & Olmsted County Candidate Environmental Forums Start: 6:30 pm End: 8:00 pm Body: Are you concerned about: Zoning Neighborhoods Green Space Traffic Healthy Living Sprawl Water Parking Disaster Recovery Energy Transit Choices Infill development Noise Parks Then join your friends and neighbors for a discussion with the City Council and County Commissioner Candidates. When County - Monday Oct. 20, 6:30 -8 PM City - Tuesday, Oct. 21, 6:30 -8 PM Where Izaak Walton League Bldg 937 7th Ave NE more info (event) Common Council of the City Public Hearing Start: 7:00 pm End: 9:00 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: Final Plat R2008-013PLAT by Summit Dental Consulting to be known as Circle Drive Business Center Seventh. The plat proposes to re-subdivide Lot 4 Block 1, Circle Drive Business Center Third into 2 lots for the development of a parking lot on one of the lots. The property is located along the west side of West Circle Drive and north of 26th Street NW. 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, October 20, 2008. more info
10 / 21 (event) Rochester & Olmsted County Candidate Environmental Forums Start: 6:30 pm End: 8:00 pm Body: Are you concerned about: Zoning Neighborhoods Green Space Traffic Healthy Living Sprawl Water Parking Disaster Recovery Energy Transit Choices Infill development Noise Parks Then join your friends and neighbors for a discussion with the City Council and County Commissioner Candidates. When County - Monday Oct. 20, 6:30 -8 PM City - Tuesday, Oct. 21, 6:30 -8 PM Where Izaak Walton League Bldg 937 7th Ave NE more info
10 / 22 (event) Kids Voting Rochester Start: 5:30 am End: 8:00 pm Body: Kids Voting Rochester is back for this important presidential election on November 4, 2008. Students learn about democracy through a combination of classroom activities, family dialogue, and an authentic voting experience on Election Day. In addition to valuable civics lessons about voting and elections, students also explore the right to vote, democracy, and active citizenship. In our inaugural year, 3800 students voted. This year we know that number can be doubled or tripled. more info (event) City Planning and Zoning Commission Public Meeting Start: 7:00 pm End: 9:00 pm Body: 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, October 22, 2008, at 7:00 p.m. regarding: Amendment to Special District #16 (R00016SD) known as Harvestview II by Bigelow Homes, Inc. The applicant is proposing to amend the exhibits for the special district language eliminating alleys within the blocks to the west and north of the elementary school. The property is located along the north side of 55th Street NW, east of 60th Avenue NW and south of the Douglas Trail. 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. more info
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10 / 24 (event) Quarry Hill presents the 5th Annual Creatures of the Night Start: 4:30 pm End: 9:00 pm Body: A fun, family Halloween Happening: October 24 & 25. Join us for an evening of fun for all ages! Your group will begin with a guided hike through the Quarry Hill woods, cave, and across the pond bridge. Along the hike you will encounter new “Creatures of the Night,” costumed characters including the Coyote, Turtle, Deer, Cricket & Turkey. At the end of your hike you will return to the Nature Center for snacks and beverages. more info
10 / 25 (event) Historical Hysterical Halloweenfest 2008 Start: 10:00 am End: 2:00 pm Body: The Olmsted History Center invites you to bring your children or grandchildren to: Historical Hysterical Halloweenfest 2008 Saturday, October 25, 2008 10 am - 2 pm Historical Hysterical Halloween will include crafts, refreshments, games, a spooky schoolhouse, storytelling, a maze, roasting marshmallows an interactive model train exhibit and more. more info (event) Saturdays at Slatterly Pumpkin Carving Contest Start: 1:00 pm End: 3:00 pm Body: Join us on Saturday Oct. 25th for "Saturdays at Slatterly Pumpkin Carving Contest" What: Pumpkin Carving Contest -We will provide the pumpkins on a first come first serve basis -Hot Apple Cider, juice and cookies will be served -First, Second & Third Place prizes will be given When: Saturday Oct. 25th 1:00-3:00pm Where: Slatterly Park Shelter What to bring: Please bring your own carving tools, your kids, and their creativity! more info (event) Quarry Hill presents the 5th Annual Creatures of the Night Start: 4:30 pm End: 9:00 pm Body: A fun, family Halloween Happening: October 24 & 25. Join us for an evening of fun for all ages! Your group will begin with a guided hike through the Quarry Hill woods, cave, and across the pond bridge. Along the hike you will encounter new “Creatures of the Night,” costumed characters including the Coyote, Turtle, Deer, Cricket & Turkey. At the end of your hike you will return to the Nature Center for snacks and beverages. more info (event) NAACP Annual Freedom Fund Banquet Start: 6:00 pm End: 9:00 pm Body: “99 Years of Making a Difference” “NAACP: Power, Justice, Freedom, VOTE!” is the theme for our 2008 banquet. This aligns very well with President/CEO, NAACP Benjamin Jealous’ five-point action agenda to encompass Civil Rights, Political Empowerment, Educational Excellence, Economic Development and Youth Outreach. Our speaker this year will be Ms. Mavis Thompson, President Elect of the National Bar Association. Our speaker’s message will be a great complement to this year’s theme. This agenda is a clear and compelling blueprint for our local branch and will guide our service. more info
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