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The following are Upcoming and Past Beam-Aware Civic Engagements

 

 

 

 


 

Title Start Date Description Tags
Coming to the Table 2025 National Gathering Jun 12, 2025 08:00 AM Celebrating Rochester female leaders and calling to action the public health crisis of substance use among youth in Rochester. ('compassion', 'Diversity', 'civic engagement')
507 Experience Day May 07, 2025 08:00 AM Intentional Conversations that enhance relationships ('compassion', 'civic engagement')
Re-launch Coming to the Table Apr 28, 2025 05:30 PM Coming to the Table's mission is "working together to create a just and truthful society that acknowledges and seeks to heal from the racial wounds of the past from slavery to the many forms of racism it spawned." Coming to the Table supports 50+local affiliate groups across eighteen states, including Rochester, MN. ('networking', 'diversity', 'civic engagement')
Mental Health 101 Free Workshop Apr 17, 2025 06:00 PM Class Description: Learn about mental wellness, mental illnesses, diagnostic assessments and treatment plans. This one and a half to two-hour workshop is presented in English and is designed for African-American, Somali and Latinx communities interested in learning more about mental health. ('mental health', 'community engagement', 'governance', 'civic equity', 'civic engagement')
507 Experience Kick-off Supper (RSVP Required) Mar 11, 2025 06:00 PM The 507 Experience will offer the people who are part of the area code 507 an opportunity to enjoy uninterrupted time visiting with friends either over coffee or "breaking bread" over a meal. ('compassion', 'faith', 'civic engagement')
Common Cause: Community Townhall Mar 01, 2025 11:30 AM Directly ask your state legislators what they're doing to improve you everyday life! ('diversity', 'housing', 'governance', 'Culture', 'health', 'key', 'civic engagement')
Free Speech vs. Hate Speech: Understanding the Boundaries and Building Resilient Communities Oct 29, 2024 02:00 PM Cohosts: Winona State, RCTC: This timely event will feature two key sessions aimed at exploring the balance between free speech and hate speech, as well as the impacts of hate on marginalized communities. We will be moderating the discussions. ('diversity', 'civic engagement')
The Table Cookout by Zumbro Valley Medical Society (ZVMS) Oct 26, 2024 01:00 PM Food, Community, & Conversation ('food', 'health', 'civic engagement')
Assisi Heights: The Heart is a County Oct 23, 2024 06:30 PM Stephanie Saldaña will begin by sharing the stories of inter-religious friendship she has witnessed over decades in the Middle East. ('compassion', 'civic engagement')
C.E.R.T. 3rd Annual Gala Sep 28, 2024 05:00 PM Please join us in celebrating dedicated Community members that have rendered outstanding services and support to our Community. ('public safety', 'Diversity', 'cmrc', 'civic engagement')
Punch 9 for Harold Washington Feature Documentary Jun 16, 2024 01:00 PM Supported by the Office of the Mayor, Rochester City DEI, in partnership with the NAACP ('diversity', 'community', 'civic engagement', 'Diversity', 'NAACP')
June Valuing Others Together Thursday Night Lights Jun 13, 2024 05:30 PM Digging Deeper...Awesome Questions to discuss with a new friend ('civic engagement',)
June 2024 United Way BIPOC Leaders Panel and Small Group Conversation Jun 04, 2024 04:00 PM Join other BIPOC individuals to learn about ways to get involved in our community! BIPOC Leaders Panel and Small Group Conversation ('Diversity', 'compassion', 'key', 'civic engagement', 'CMRC', 'united way')
Recap of the Rochester Disagreeing Better Workshop Apr 30, 2024 06:30 PM We will review and practice skills from the Disagreeing Better Workshop held April 24 in Rochester. This meeting is open to all, even if you don’t attend the April 24 event. You don’t need to be a Braver Angels member. The event is free, though donations are welcomed. ('civic engagement',)
Skills for Disagreeing Better Convened by Braver Angels, MPR and UMR Apr 24, 2024 06:00 PM • More understanding of the values and concerns of people who differ from you politically • Better skills for listening in a way so that the other person feels heard • Better skills for sharing viewpoints in a way the other person might hear -- even if they disagree ('UMR', 'MPR', 'openbeam', 'key', 'civic engagement')
United Way of Olmsted County: Community Involvement Session Mar 07, 2024 02:00 PM Join other BIPOC individuals to learn about ways to get involved in our community! ('Diversity', 'compassion', 'key', 'civic engagement', 'CMRC', 'united way')
Feb 23, 2024: The Year of Respect Feb 2024 Feb 23, 2024 07:15 PM This is a magnificent mission worthy of every effort we can individually and collectively give. 2024 The Year of RESPECT is a community-wide initiative that strives to reshape our attitudes and actions toward each other. Join us in this HEAD and HEART experience, as we take actionable steps to build a kinder community that is a light and example for the world. Let’s do this Together! ('networking', 'key', 'civic engagement')
Council on Asian Pacific Minnesotans: 2024 Holiday Get-Together Feb 02, 2024 01:00 PM You are invited to join the for a holiday get-together! Council on Asian Pacific Minnesotans ('networking', 'civic engagement')
Ukrainian Fundraiser Breakfast Jan 27, 2024 08:00 AM Supported by Rochester Kiwanis Clubs and VFW Post 1215 ('civic engagement',)
Courageous Change Collective Jan 24, 2024 08:00 AM A three day deep dive workshop for folks working to build equitable systems! Join us for an experiential learning opportunity exploring three new tools & frameworks developed by the Community Engagement for Equitable Systems collaborative: ('sustainability', 'civic engagement')
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1. A list of Beam aware upcoming community events of all types. 

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Upcoming Events
Leave No One Behind Apr 27, 2025 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM — Christ United Methodist Church
Re-launch Coming to the Table Apr 28, 2025 05:30 PM - 07:00 PM — Rochester Public Library
Islam: Myths and Realities Apr 28, 2025 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM — Assisi Heights and via Zoom
Understanding Link BRT Public Information Sessions Apr 29, 2025 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM — Virtual
11th Annual EarthFest Expo May 03, 2025 09:30 AM - 02:30 PM — Saint Mary's University - Rochester Campus
ICAM - Happy Ugadi May 03, 2025 04:30 PM - 06:30 PM — Kellog Middle School
Southeast Minnesota Community Mental Health and Wellness Conference May 05, 2025 08:30 AM - 02:30 PM — International Event Center 7333 Airport View Dr SW Rochester, MN 55902
507 Experience Day May 07, 2025 08:00 AM - 07:00 PM — Anywhere in the 507 (Phone) Area Code
Rochester Pride 2025 May 17, 2025 12:00 PM - 05:00 PM — Soldiers Memorial Field Park
Coming to the Table 2025 National Gathering Jun 12, 2025 - Jun 15, 2025 — Radisson Hotel St. Paul Downtown 161 St. Anthony Avenue Saint Paul, MN 55103
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