This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All" group. May 11 2024 Sat Rochester Area Handbells Concert 11:00am - 1:00pm This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All" group. May 11 2024 Sat Rochester Area Handbells Concert 11:00am - 1:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Adults, All Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: Stroll down memory lane with a collection of toe-tapping, hum-along popular songs from yesterday and today. Even if you've seen Rochester Area Handbells in concert before, you've never seen them like this! ...
This event is in the "Adults" group. May 13 2024 Mon Meet the Author: Jeremy Norton 6:30pm - 7:30pm This event is in the "Adults" group. May 13 2024 Mon Meet the Author: Jeremy Norton 6:30pm - 7:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: A native of Washington, DC, Norton received a Bachelor’s in Literature from Tufts University & a Master’s in Creative Writing from Boston University. He taught high school English in Chattanooga, TN before landing in Minneapolis, drawn by strong ...
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. May 15 2024 Wed Science Heroes: Break The Ice 6:30pm - 7:30pm This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. May 15 2024 Wed Science Heroes: Break The Ice 6:30pm - 7:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Learning, Performances/Presentations Event Description: Join Science Heroes on a quest to discover the ‘coolest’ thing in science: DRY ICE! We’ll make cloud-filled bubbles, taste a cloud, get a cloud dumped on our heads, and much more! ... Disclaimer(s) This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library.
This event is in the "Adults" group. May 16 2024 Thu Meet the Author: Joshua Moehling 6:30pm - 7:30pm This event is in the "Adults" group. May 16 2024 Thu Meet the Author: Joshua Moehling 6:30pm - 7:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: Joshua Moehling is the author of the Ben Packard series. The first book, And There He Kept Her, was a Barnes & Noble monthly Mystery/Thriller pick and a finalist for the Lambda Literary Award for Best LGBTQ+ Mystery. His second novel, W...
This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 4 2024 Tue Hidden in Plain View - Cemeteries of Minnesota 6:30pm - 8:00pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 4 2024 Tue Hidden in Plain View - Cemeteries of Minnesota 6:30pm - 8:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: Learning, Performances/Presentations Event Description: Walk along with Doug Ohman as he photographs cemeteries and uncovers stories of the long forgotten. Learn where the only Revolutionary War soldier to die in Minnesota is buried. Learn the difference between a cemetery and a graveyard and much mor... Disclaimer(s) This project was funded in part or in whole with money from Minnesota's Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jun 5 2024 Wed Reptiles and Amphibians with Oxbow Park Naturalists 4:30pm - 5:30pm This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jun 5 2024 Wed Reptiles and Amphibians with Oxbow Park Naturalists 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: Learn from an Oxbow Park naturalist about the happenings at Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo in Byron, MN. Get up close with some Minnesota-native reptiles and amphibians! ... Disclaimer(s) This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jun 6 2024 Thu Children's Music Superstar Justin Roberts 10:30am - 11:30am This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jun 6 2024 Thu Children's Music Superstar Justin Roberts 10:30am - 11:30am Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: Clap your hands and sing along to your favorite tunes by children’s music superstar Justin Roberts! ... Disclaimer(s) This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jun 12 2024 Wed RAD Zoo Radical Reptile Adventures 4:30pm - 5:30pm This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jun 12 2024 Wed RAD Zoo Radical Reptile Adventures 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: Marvel at the amazing creatures of the reptile and amphibian world during this fun and educational program. RAD Zoo is dedicated to connecting people to nature through engaging, interactive experiences. The program includes turtles, lizards, snakes, ... Disclaimer(s) This project was funded in part or in whole with money from Minnesota's Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jun 26 2024 Wed Kalimba Magic with Carl Winters 4:30pm - 5:30pm This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jun 26 2024 Wed Kalimba Magic with Carl Winters 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: The Kalimba King will give a high-energy, interactive performance featuring educational songs, jazz, pop & blues played on 12 kalimbas (African thumb pianos). This family program will also allow participants to play the kalimbas. ... Disclaimer(s) This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jul 3 2024 Wed Build an Owl with The International Owl Center 4:30pm - 5:30pm This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jul 3 2024 Wed Build an Owl with The International Owl Center 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: Learn first-hand about owl adaptations by picking out the pieces and parts that belong to an owl and putting them into a “magic” box. If correct, a live owl comes out from under the magic box for a visit. ... Disclaimer(s) This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jul 10 2024 Wed Congo Roots Family Concert with Siama and Dallas 4:30pm - 5:30pm This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jul 10 2024 Wed Congo Roots Family Concert with Siama and Dallas 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: On this special musical journey, Siama Matuzungidi plays intricate, rhythmic guitar and traditional African instruments while Dallas Johnson encourages everyone to sing along to happy songs in Kikongo, Lingala & English. They share stories that b... Disclaimer(s) This project was funded in part or in whole with money from Minnesota's Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jul 17 2024 Wed Raptors Live! with U of M Raptor Center 4:30pm - 5:30pm This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jul 17 2024 Wed Raptors Live! with U of M Raptor Center 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: A presentation-style program featuring live raptors. A Raptor Center naturalist handles and presents each bird one by one. You'll learn what makes these birds unique and how you can help protect them. ... Disclaimer(s) This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jul 24 2024 Wed Elephant and Piggie Party! 4:30pm - 5:30pm This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jul 24 2024 Wed Elephant and Piggie Party! 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: Join us for a special storytime and meet Elephant and Piggie from the books of Mo Willems! ... Disclaimer(s) This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jul 25 2024 Thu Elephant and Piggie Party! 10:30am - 11:30am This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jul 25 2024 Thu Elephant and Piggie Party! 10:30am - 11:30am Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: Join us for a special storytime and meet Elephant and Piggie from the books of Mo Willems! ... Disclaimer(s) This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jul 31 2024 Wed Reading is Magical with The Magic of Isaiah 4:30pm - 5:30pm This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jul 31 2024 Wed Reading is Magical with The Magic of Isaiah 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: The reading is magical show is a 45 min magic show that will take you on a magical journey using your imagination. This literacy magic show will incorporate magic, juggling, puppetry and several books that will lead the way to a v... Disclaimer(s) This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Aug 7 2024 Wed Eagle Ambassador from The National Eagle Center 4:30pm - 5:30pm This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Aug 7 2024 Wed Eagle Ambassador from The National Eagle Center 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: Learn all about eagle biology, ecology and natural history in an engaging and entertaining presentation by one of the naturalist interpreters from the National Eagle Center. Includes a live eagle. ... Disclaimer(s) This project was funded in part or in whole with money from Minnesota's Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Aug 14 2024 Wed Brodini’s Comedy Magic Show 4:30pm - 5:30pm This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Aug 14 2024 Wed Brodini’s Comedy Magic Show 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: Laugh until you cry at Brodini's amazing magic tricks, where kids are a part of every show! Brodini performs a variety of tricks that will leave you wanting to learn the magical arts yourself. Scarves, coins, cards, balls, ropes, and ordinary items b... Disclaimer(s) This project was funded in part or in whole with money from Minnesota's Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund.
This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Aug 21 2024 Wed Science Heroes: Adventure of the Lost Treasure 4:30pm - 5:30pm This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Aug 21 2024 Wed Science Heroes: Adventure of the Lost Treasure 4:30pm - 5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: Join Science Heroes on a treasure-hunting adventure deep within the jungle! Along the way, the audience helps the performer conduct exciting science experiments that bring this story to life! Experiment with chemical reactions, air pressure, physical... Disclaimer(s) This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library.
