December Community events
"Community Events"12/04/2006
December Community events
Here is a community events list for December. The Darn Fine Ladies
are having a holiday luncheon on Dec. 13.
There are too many holiday concerts and fundraisers to mention all of
them in this list. The Post Bulletin calendar lists most of those.
If you have any events you would like added to this list, please
send them to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
Have a Happy Holiday Season and a Happy New Year!
* indicates the event is sponsored by the DFL
Detailed information about events
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Memories of the Heart
Tuesday, December 5, 7 - 8:15 p.m.
Christ United Methodist Church (400 5th Ave SW)
Seasons Hospice invites you to join them at the 11th annual Community
Memorial Service for an evening of remembrance. The time will include
special music, reflection, candle lighting, and a reading of loved
ones' names. A reception will follow. For more information or to
include your loved one's name, call Seasons Hospice at 285-1930 or
email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
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School Board Special Session on Property Taxes
Date: Dec 5, 2006
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Location: Edison Building, Room 137
615 7th St. S.W.
Rochester,
For the purpose of a public hearing on school property taxes for 2007.
Call 507-285-8551 with questions.
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Stories and Poems, East and West
Tues Dec 5 11:00 am
Location: UCR Main Campus
851 30th Ave. S.E.
Rochester, MN
Telephone: 285-7182
Website: http://www.roch.edu/org/writingcenter/index.html
Rashmi Roy will give a presentation and read short stories and poems
in English and Hindi. Free.
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World War II Series
Wed Dec 6 6:30PM
Location: First Presbyterian Church
3rd St. and 5th Ave. S.W.
Rochester,
Guestspeakers will be Bob Porath and Albert Pruett. Arrive at 5:45 pm
for dinner.
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Community Housing Partnership Class Series
Date: Dec 7, 2006
Time: 6:30 -9:30 p.m.
Location: Rochester/Olmsted Community Housing Partnership
2122 Campus Dr. S.E., Suite 100
Rochester,
$25.00
These classes help individuals gain a step-by-step understanding of
the home-buying process, including special assistance programs.
Advanced registration is required. Fee is $25. Please call 507-281-
7396.
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Stop Hate Speech Now
Thursday, December 7, 7 p.m.
Mayo High School Auditorium
Free and open to the public
The Mayo High School Student Diversity Program invites the community
to their presentation of Stop Hate Speech Now, an original play
written and performed by students.
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Susan Kinter & Marie Stier
Thurs Dec 7 7pm - 9:30pm
Location: Dunn Bros. Coffee North
120 Elton Hills Drive N.W.
Rochester, MN
Telephone: (507) 285-4991
Holiday violin.
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Chirstmas Anonymous Store
Saturday Dec. 9 8:00AM - 4:00PM
Christ United Methodist Church
If you would like to help needy families have a happy holiday season,
consider volunteering to help at the Christmas Anonymous store. On
this day, parents will come to pick out Christmas gifts for their
children and many volunteers are needed to escort the parents through
the store and help them select Christmas gifts. You must be 16 years
or older to volunteer. See http://www.christmasanonymous.org for additional
information on volunteering. You can also contact .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) if
you have questions.
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Seasons Hospice Bereavement Programs: Snowshoeing
Tuesday, December 12, 1 - 2:30 p.m.
Seasons Hospice Cabin
Explore nature and share with others who are experiencing the loss of
a loved one. Registration is required two days prior to the date of
the event. For registration or more information, call 507-285-1930 or
email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
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International Holiday Lunch
Wednesday, December 13, 11:30 a.m.
Rochester Area Family Y, Balfour Hall
Rochester International Association invites you to come share holiday
traditions from around the world. Cost $8. RSVP by December 11 at 289-
3359 or 282-1676.
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Darn Fine Ladies Holiday Luncheon
Wednesday, December 13, 2006
11:30 am: Check-in & networking
12 noon: Lunch served
Kahler Hotel Hiawatha A (Mezzanine Level)
Cost: $15.00 per person
Menu: Grilled breast of chicken with cranberry glaze,
potato, vegetable, salad and lemon chiffon cake.
RSVP by Friday, December 8th
to Michon at mizrogers@...
or Kim at kimnorton@...
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iFilms: International and Independent Films
Date: Dec 13, 2006
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: Public Library
101 2nd St. S.E.
Rochester,
Telephone: 507-285-8000
Website: http://www.rochesterpubliclibrary.org
Featuring "Men at Work," a comedy from Iran. This series is intended
for mature adults; please provide guidance to your children. Admission
is free.
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Moccasin Tracks in Minnesota: Feather Speaks
Thursday, December 14, 10:30 a.m. - noon
Rochester Public Library Auditorium
The City/County Diversity Program Committee invites the public to hear
guest speaker John Nicholson speaking on American Indian diversity.
Pre-registration recommended, but not required; email
.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). Door prizes.
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Robin & Linda Williams and Their Fine Group
Thursday, December 14, 7 p.m.
Rochester Assembly of God (4240 18th Ave NW)
The Rochester Civitan Club presents a Christmas concert with Robin and
Linda Williams and Their Fine Group. The Williams have made numerous
appearances on "A Prairie Home Companion" and recently appeared in the
Prairie Home Companion movie. For tickets call 282-5306 or email
.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), Attn: Gil Wilkins. Adults - $15, students and senior
citizens - $10, children 12 and under - $5. Proceeds from the concert
will go toward community programs benefitting people with
developmental disabilities.
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Zumbro Valley Audubon Society Annual Christmas Bird Count
Date: Dec 16, 2006
Time: 7:15 -12:00 a.m.
Location: West Silver Lake Parking Lot
W. Silver Lake Dr.
Rochester,
Counting is done from cars or on short hikes. New participants are
welcome. For information call Clifford Hansen at 281-0249. Do your own
count with forms available at the Wild Birds Unlimited store in the
Miracle Mile Shopping Center, Rochester.
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Seasons Hospice Bereavement Programs: Memory Quilting
Friday, December 22, 9 - 11 a.m.
Seasons Hospice Office
Incorporate personal clothing of a loved one into a wall hanging or
throw pillow . Registration is required two days prior to the date of
the event. For registration or more information, call 507-285-1930 or
email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).
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You Don't Know Me... Til You Know Me
Thursday, January 4, 7 p.m.
Mayo High School Auditorium
Free and Open to the Public
Dr. Mykee Fowlin returns to Rochester with his one man show. In his
fast-paced 90-minute performance, Mykee slips in and out of nine
characters as he challenges the audience to consider issues of race,
discrimination, suicide, gender equity, special education, personal
identity. No charge. (I have not heard Dr. Mykee Fowlin but have heard
great reviews on his programs)
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Lady Day at Emerson's Bar & Grill
Tuesday, January 16, 2007
Rochester Civic Theatre
As part of the community-wide Martin Luther King week celebration,
Rochester Civic Theatre brings the story and the music of legendary
Billie Holiday to its stage. Winner of the Outer Critics Circle Award,
Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar and Grill is a skillful blend of biography
and cabaret and features fifteen songs – including “God Bless the
Child,” “Strange Fruit,” and “Ain’t Nobody’s Business if I Do”.
Thomasina Taylor, last seen on our stage in Mixed Blood’s daughters of
africa, plays the title role and captures the “unique phrasing, voice,
and spirit” of Ms. Holiday in Robertson’s homage to the triumphs and
setbacks of one of America’s jazz greats. (Adult subject matter)
Tickets $15, on sale January 2.
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New Year's Eve Party
Date: Dec 31, 2006
Time: 7:00 -10:00 p.m.
Location: Quarry Hill Nature Center
701 Silver Creek Road N.E.
Rochester, MN
Telephone: 281-6114
Website: http://www.qhnc.org
Enjoy cave tours, animal encounters, sking and snowshoeing (if there's
snow), crafts, trivia contest with prizes and snack buffet. Pre-
registration required. $5 per person. Children must be accompanied by
an adult.