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Digital Drop In

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Learning
Event Description:

Librarians are available to answer BASIC questions about computers (e-mail, internet, digital photos, etc.), smart phones, tablets and library eBooks. They may also give assistance with online job applications or starting a resume. No signup needed for attending this class.

Rochester Public Library Board Meeting

4:30pm - 6:00pm
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Board Meeting
Event Description:
Monthly public library board meeting. Open to the public. Agenda and documents will be available to view/download http://rochestercitymn.iqm2.com/citizens/default.aspx 3 days prior to the meeting.  ...

Financial Literacy Workshop

5:00pm - 8:00pm
Registration
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Description:
Do you have questions such as ” How do I start a budget?”; “Who can help me with my taxes?”; and “How do I interact with creditors?”.  If so, then take the first step to Financial Wellness by attending this free workshop. Register ahead of time ...

Alliance Français Cine Club - Cherchez la femme

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Event Description:
Join us for a bimonthly film series featuring Francophone films provided by the Alliance Francaise.  Cherchez la femme (2017) Armand and Leila are in love, but Leila's conservative brother doesn't approve. In order to sneak back into ...

Make-N-Take: Ribbon Embroidery

6:30pm - 8:30pm
Registration
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Creative
Registration Required
Waitlist Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:
Silk ribbon embroidery is a decorative needle craft that covers the canvas much more quickly than counted cross-stitch because of the use of ribbon instead of embroidery floss. In this class you will learn several basic stitches, including the beauti...

Disclaimer(s)

This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Rochester Public Library.

Family Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Youth, Families
Program Type: Storytime
Event Description:

Stories, songs and fun for you and your family.

Digital Drop In

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Learning
Event Description:

Librarians are available to answer BASIC questions about computers (e-mail, internet, digital photos, etc.), smart phones, tablets and library eBooks. They may also give assistance with online job applications or starting a resume. No signup needed for attending this class.

q club

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Program Type: Social Gathering

Disclaimer(s)

These programs are for teens in grades 7-12.

Italian Conversation Group

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Group Study Large
Age Group: Adults
Event Description:
Practice your Italian conversation skills with other Italian language learners.  Best for those at an intermediate level.   ...

Nerd Nite - Pirates of The Caribbean

5:30pm - 8:00pm
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room C
Event Description:
Ready for some sword-clashing action and suspense-filled adventure? Join us for a high-seas adventure Pirates of the Caribbean:The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003) followed by trivia Nerd Nite is a recurring series, check our calendar for othe...

Allies & Advocates Training

6:00pm - 8:15pm
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Learning
Event Description:
Allies & Advocates is a community response program that: 1) nurtures and supports individuals experiencing heightened anxiety, uncertainty, or incidents of hate/bias in this challenging social and cultural climate; 2) provides skills and ta...

Improv Jam

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Creative, Learning
Event Description:

Join a group of intermediate to advanced improv actors as we develop improv skills through games and exercises.

BookBike & ArtCart at Soldier's Field

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: BookBike/ArtCart
Age Group: Youth, Families, Teens (grades 7-12), Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Social Gathering
Event Description:
Visit Rochester Public Library’s amazing BookBike & ArtCart at Soldier's Field (at the playground off of Soldier's Field Drive SW) to get started on your Summer Playlist, create incredible art, or check out books & DVDs! ...

Make-N-Take: Decorative Book Bags

10:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Group Study Large
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Creative, Learning
Event Description:
Carry your books in style when you visit the library! You can create a colorful summer garden on a book bag. First you will sketch a summer garden scene. Then, using Pellon 2-sided sticky back fusible web and colorful fabrics, cut the pieces out...

Disclaimer(s)

This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Rochester Public Library.

Digital Drop In

9:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Learning
Event Description:

Librarians are available to answer BASIC questions about computers (e-mail, internet, digital photos, etc.), smart phones, tablets and library eBooks. They may also give assistance with online job applications or starting a resume. No signup needed for attending this class.

Button Mashers: TeenScape Gaming

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens (grades 7-12)
Event Description:
Try out our Ninetendo Switch or bring your own console to share.   ...

Disclaimer(s)

These programs are for teens in grades 7-12.

Jane Austen Tea Party

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Learning, Social Gathering
Event Description:
Have an interest in learning about Jane Austen and her novels? Join Antonella Dahlstrom-Afcha and Zoey Temesgen as they share why the books are so special, the historical context and societal impact of Austen's novels and you enjoy a cup of tea and r...

Disclaimer(s)

This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Rochester Public Library.

Digital Drop In

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Library Branch: Main Branch
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Learning
Event Description:

Librarians are available to answer BASIC questions about computers (e-mail, internet, digital photos, etc.), smart phones, tablets and library eBooks. They may also give assistance with online job applications or starting a resume. No signup needed for attending this class.

Summer Playlist on the Road: Roy Watson

2:45pm - 3:30pm
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: Youth, Families
Program Type: Creative
Event Description:
Visit the Bookmobile at Roy Watson, 1000 Essex Pkwy NW to make a fun art project and receive free produce grown by Rochester Public School students! ...