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Rochester Area Handbells Concert

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Performances/Presentations
Age Group:
Adults, All
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, yo

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!   ...
Jeremy Norton Trauma Sponges

Meet the Author: Jeremy Norton

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Performances/Presentations
Age Group:
Adults
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 Engl

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 ...
Performer looking at vapor cloud from dry ice

Science Heroes: Break The Ice

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Learning, Performances/Presentations
Age Group:
Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families
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!

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.

photo of author Josh Moehling

Meet the Author: Joshua Moehling

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Performances/Presentations
Age Group:
Adults
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 L

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...
photo of Doug Ohman standing next to a grave monument.

Hidden in Plain View - Cemeteries of Minnesota

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Learning, Performances/Presentations
Age Group:
Adults
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.

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.

Oxbow Naturalist holds turtle

Reptiles and Amphibians with Oxbow Park Naturalists

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Performances/Presentations
Age Group:
Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families
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!  

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.

Justin Roberts playing ukelele at lemonade stand

Children's Music Superstar Justin Roberts

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Performances/Presentations
Age Group:
Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families
Event Description:

Clap your hands and sing along to your favorite tunes by children’s music superstar Justin Roberts! 

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.

frog clinging to a plant

RAD Zoo Radical Reptile Adventures

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Performances/Presentations
Age Group:
Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families
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, in

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.

Carl Winters holding 4 kalimbas

Kalimba Magic with Carl Winters

Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Performances/Presentations
Age Group:
Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families
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 progr

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.

An owl

Build an Owl with The International Owl Center

Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Performances/Presentations
Age Group:
Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families
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 th

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.

Siama playing Guitar by Mississippi River

Congo Roots Family Concert with Siama and Dallas

Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Performances/Presentations
Age Group:
Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families
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 ha

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.

A Hawk

Raptors Live! with U of M Raptor Center

Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Performances/Presentations
Age Group:
Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families
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

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.

Elephant and Piggie waving

Elephant and Piggie Party!

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Performances/Presentations
Age Group:
Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families
Event Description:

Join us for a special storytime and meet Elephant and Piggie from the books of Mo Willems! 

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.

Elephant and Piggie waving

Elephant and Piggie Party!

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Performances/Presentations
Age Group:
Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families
Event Description:

Join us for a special storytime and meet Elephant and Piggie from the books of Mo Willems! 

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.

Magician with playing cards flying around him

Reading is Magical with The Magic of Isaiah

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Performances/Presentations
Age Group:
Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families
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 mag

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.

A Bald Eagle

Eagle Ambassador from The National Eagle Center

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Performances/Presentations
Age Group:
Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families
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. Includ

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.

Brodini doing a magic trick

Brodini’s Comedy Magic Show

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Performances/Presentations
Age Group:
Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families
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 ar

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.

Child and adult doing science experiment and smiling

Science Heroes: Adventure of the Lost Treasure

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Auditorium at Main Branch
Program Type:
Performances/Presentations
Age Group:
Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families
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 sto

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.