Events

«	October 20, 2008 - November 19, 2008	»
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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10 / 29 (event) Kids Vote in Rochester Start: 5:30 pm End: 6:30 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) Long Range Transportation Plan Development: Public Input Needed Start: 6:30 pm Body: Topic: Bike/Walk Paths and Parking The ROCOG (Rochester-Olmsted Council of Governments) Board is looking for Public input prior to beginning work on the Plan Update by holding a series of 4 evening public meetings. The ROCOG planning area includes all of Olmsted County, to include the City of Rochester, along with state and county roads and bike trails connecting the small cities in the county. The federal government requires that metro areas with populations greater than 50,000 update their Long Range Transportation Plan every 5 years. Here in Rochester and Olmsted County, this effort is coordinated by the Rochester-Olmsted Council of Governments (ROCOG) which is staffed by the Rochester-Olmsted Planning Dept. more info
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11 / 3 (event) Common Council of the City of Rochester 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: 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. 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 3, 2008. more info
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11 / 5 (event) Rochester Zoning Board of Appeals Public Hearing Start: 7:00 pm End: 9:00 pm Body: Notice is hereby given that the Rochester Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, November 5, 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 R2008-022VAR by Rochester Public Schools – Century High School, to allow for the construction of a sign that does not meet the height, size, and lighting requirements for Area Accessory Uses. The property is in the R-1 (Mixed Single Family) Zoning District. The property address is 2525 Viola Rd NE, Rochester, MN. Type III, Phase I, Variance Request R2008-023VAR by David Meyer, to allow for the construction of a detached accessory structure that does not meet the height requirements for accessory structures within the R-1 (Mixed Single Family) Zoning District. The property address is 221 11th Avenue NE, Rochester, MN. Type III, Phase I, Variance Request R2008-024VAR by William Lesmeister, to allow for the increase of an impervious surface within the Shoreland District. The property is in the B-4 (General Commercial) Zoning District. The property address is 31 Rockport LN SE, Rochester, MN. Type III, Phase I, Variance Request R2008-025VAR by Home Doc Renovations-Steven Plopper, to allow for the construction of an attached garage that doesn’t meet the required front yard setbacks within the R-1 (Mixed Single Family) Zoning District. The property address is 807 9th St NW, Rochester, MN. Type III, Phase I, Variance Request R2008-026VAR by Dennis Mulholland, to allow for the establishment of a triplex on a parcel of property that doesn’t meet the minimum lot size for a triplex in the R-2 (Low Density Residential) Zoning District. The property address is 19 8th Street 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. more info
11 / 6 (event) ARTWALK Tonight! Start: 7:00 pm End: 11:00 pm Body: Well at least it's not snowing! So come and embrace this last 'somewhat' nice evening (considering it is the 6th of November). Enjoy traveling to the variety of art galleries, restaurants, and businesses as you not only are welcomed by the owners with goodies, but can socialize as you support the local artists and musicians. For a map of tonight’s ARTWALK go to www.downtownrochestermn.com more info
11 / 7 (event) FLUX presents: Josiah Wordsworth at the Rochester Art Center Start: 9:00 pm Start: 2008-11-07 21:00 End: 2008-11-08 02:00 Body: Join us for an evening of Jazz, Classic Rock, and Contmeporary Art Friday, November 7, 2008 Time: 9:00 p.m. -2:00 a.m. 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, MN 55904 Since 2005, Josiah Wordsworth (a pseudo-name for Jordan Slominski) has been dazzling listeners with a refreshingly new sound that is taking audiences by storm. The sound is centered around piano-based arrangements that lie in the realms of jazz, classical and rock; however, cannot claim itself to be anyone in particular. Josiah Wordsworth live is a jaw-dropping experience that routinely leaves listeners in shock and awe, leaving the audience a performance to never be forgotten. more info
11 / 8 (event) FLUX presents: Josiah Wordsworth at the Rochester Art Center End: 2:00 am Start: 2008-11-07 21:00 End: 2008-11-08 02:00 Body: Join us for an evening of Jazz, Classic Rock, and Contmeporary Art Friday, November 7, 2008 Time: 9:00 p.m. -2:00 a.m. 40 Civic Center Drive SE, Rochester, MN 55904 Since 2005, Josiah Wordsworth (a pseudo-name for Jordan Slominski) has been dazzling listeners with a refreshingly new sound that is taking audiences by storm. The sound is centered around piano-based arrangements that lie in the realms of jazz, classical and rock; however, cannot claim itself to be anyone in particular. Josiah Wordsworth live is a jaw-dropping experience that routinely leaves listeners in shock and awe, leaving the audience a performance to never be forgotten. more info (event) Conference on Diversity Leadership Start: 8:30 am End: 4:30 pm Body: November 7-8 Willow Creek Middle School Victor Lewis is an internationally recognized leader in the field of anti-oppression diversity work and alliance building. In this conference co-sponsored by the Diversity Council, Lewis shares his vision of a world of interracial, intercultural solidarity with practical guidance for making the dream a reality. Victor Lewis is best known for his inspiring and catalytic leadership role in the award-winning race relations documentary, "The Color of Fear." He currently serves as Director of the Center for Diversity Leadership and Coordinator of Curriculum Development for Speak Out. He was previously a senior trainer with the Oakland Men's Project, a leader amongst pro-feminist men's organizations and one of the nation's premier violence-prevention training institutes. Lewis also wrote and lectured extensively on the roots of male violence when he served as co-chair of the National Organization for Men Against Sexism (NOMAS). more info
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11 / 11 (event) Surviving Economic Uncertainty Start: 7:30 am End: 9:00 am Body: Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008 7:30 - 9 a.m. Kahler Grand Hotel (Heritage Hall) Cost: Free Join the Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce and Wells Fargo on Tuesday, Nov. 11 from 7:30 - 9 a.m. for a discussion about today’s economy with Wells Fargo Senior Economist Eugenio J. Alemán, Ph.D. Register online here. Agenda 7:30 - 8 a.m. Registration, coffee & networking 8 - 9 a.m. Program - Dr. Eugenio J. Alemán About Dr. Eugenio J. Alemán more info
11 / 12 (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, November 12, 2008, at 7:00 p.m. regarding: Type III, Phase II Restricted Development R2008-036CUP and Design Modification R2008-007DM by Olmsted County Public Works. The applicant proposes to construct a new public works service center complex to replace their existing facility along 3rd Avenue SE. The complex would consist of a 109,904 square foot maintenance/office building, wash building, sand/salt storage building, fuel island and a cold storage building. The proposed sand/salt storage building and cold storage building exceeds the permitted height within the R-1 zoning district. The property is approximately 87.09 acres of land located east of St. Bridget Road SE and the Forest Knoll Subdivision, and south of 45th Street SE (County Road 101), a part Section 25 and Section 36, Rochester Township. Type III, Phase II Conditional Use Permit R2005-006CUP by Rochester Sand and Gravel, a Division of Mathy Construction. The applicant is requesting renewal for a minimum of three years of the conditional use permit #05-06 to operate a hot mix asphalt plant on property located east of TH 63 and south of 60th St. within the former Quarve quarry pit. 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 (event) City Planning and Zoning Commission Public Meeting Start: 7:00 pm End: 8:00 pm Body: You are hereby notified of the City Planning and Zoning Commission meeting to be held Wednesday, November 12, 2008, 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 October 22, 2008 minutes D. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 1. Type III, Phase II Restricted Development R2008-036CUP and Design Modification R2008-007DM by Olmsted County Public Works. The applicant proposes to construct a new public works service center complex to replace their existing facility along 3rd Avenue SE. The complex would consist of a 109,904 square foot maintenance/office building, wash building, sand/salt storage building, fuel island and a cold storage building. The proposed sand/salt storage building and cold storage building exceeds the permitted height within the R-1 zoning district. The property is approximately 87.09 acres of land located east of St. Bridget Road SE and the Forest Knoll Subdivision, and south of 45th Street SE (County Road 101), a part Section 25 and Section 36, Rochester Township. (2 public hearing items) more info
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11 / 14 (event) The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood Start: 7:00 pm Start: 2008-11-14 19:00 End: 2008-11-15 21:00 Body: Century High School's Fall Play, "The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood" Century HS Auditorium 2525 Viola Rd NE Rochester, MN55906 (view map and get directions) November 13-15, 2008 A hilarious version of the classic story that is filled with 'monty python' style comedy and audience participation. Time 8pm on Thursday, 7pm on Friday & Saturday Price $4 for students/seniors, $6 for adults, $1 DISCOUNT FOR PATRONS WHO ATTEND IN RENAISSANCE COSTUME! For more information, call 5073285116 or email restiles-nogosek@rochester.k12.mn.us. more info
11 / 15 (event) The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood End: 9:00 pm Start: 2008-11-14 19:00 End: 2008-11-15 21:00 Body: Century High School's Fall Play, "The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood" Century HS Auditorium 2525 Viola Rd NE Rochester, MN55906 (view map and get directions) November 13-15, 2008 A hilarious version of the classic story that is filled with 'monty python' style comedy and audience participation. Time 8pm on Thursday, 7pm on Friday & Saturday Price $4 for students/seniors, $6 for adults, $1 DISCOUNT FOR PATRONS WHO ATTEND IN RENAISSANCE COSTUME! For more information, call 5073285116 or email restiles-nogosek@rochester.k12.mn.us. more info
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11 / 17 (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: 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. 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 17, 2008. more info
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