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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Families" group Siama’s Congo Roots: Music from the Heart of Africa Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Performances/Presentations Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Teens, Families Rochester Public Library Auditorium View Details 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Families" group Mar 14 2026 Sat Siama’s Congo Roots: Music from the Heart of Africa 10:30am–11:30am Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Teens, Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: Rochester Public Library Auditorium Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please fill out our online form or contact the program host. This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group Shattering: A Wild Rice Story Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Learning, Performances/Presentations, Wellness Age Group: Adults Rochester Public Library Auditorium View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 21 2026 Sat Shattering: A Wild Rice Story 10:30am–12:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: Learning, Performances/Presentations, Wellness Event Description: Rochester Public Library Auditorium Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please fill out our online form or contact the program host. 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 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Reptile Survival Guide: How Reptiles Stay Safe Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Learning, Performances/Presentations, Social Gathering Age Group: Youth (ages 6-12), Families Rochester Public Library Auditorium View Details This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Mar 25 2026 Wed Reptile Survival Guide: How Reptiles Stay Safe 4:30pm–5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Learning, Performances/Presentations, Social Gathering Event Description: Rochester Public Library Auditorium Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please fill out our online form or contact the program host. This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library
This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Raptor Encounter with the U of M Raptor Center Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Performances/Presentations Age Group: Youth (ages 6-12), Families Rochester Public Library Auditorium View Details This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Mar 31 2026 Tue Raptor Encounter with the U of M Raptor Center 2:30pm–3:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: Rochester Public Library Auditorium Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please fill out our online form or contact the program host.
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 Meet Pete the Cat! Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Performances/Presentations, Storytime Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Rochester Public Library AuditoriumJoin us for a special storytime and meet Pete The Cat from the books of James Dean. View Details 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 Apr 2 2026 Thu Meet Pete the Cat! 10:30am–11:00am Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations, Storytime Event Description: Rochester Public Library AuditoriumJoin us for a special storytime and meet Pete The Cat from the books of James Dean. Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please fill out our online form or contact the program host. 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 Meet Pete the Cat! Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Performances/Presentations, Storytime Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Rochester Public Library AuditoriumJoin us for a special storytime and meet Pete The Cat from the books of James Dean. View Details 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 Apr 2 2026 Thu Meet Pete the Cat! 2:30pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations, Storytime Event Description: Rochester Public Library AuditoriumJoin us for a special storytime and meet Pete The Cat from the books of James Dean. Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please fill out our online form or contact the program host. This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group Sound Healing Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Learning, Performances/Presentations Age Group: Adults Rochester Public Library AuditoriumJoin us to learn about the basics of sound healing from Maria Voorheese-Reincke. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 4 2026 Sat Sound Healing 11:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: Learning, Performances/Presentations Event Description: Rochester Public Library AuditoriumJoin us to learn about the basics of sound healing from Maria Voorheese-Reincke. Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please fill out our online form or contact the program host. 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 Terrific Turtles with Quarry Hill Nature Center Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Learning, Performances/Presentations Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Rochester Public Library Auditorium View Details 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 Apr 11 2026 Sat Terrific Turtles with Quarry Hill Nature Center 10:30am–11:30am Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Learning, Performances/Presentations Event Description: Rochester Public Library Auditorium Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please fill out our online form or contact the program host. 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 Bridge in a Bag with MnDOT Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Learning, Performances/Presentations Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Rochester Public Library Auditorium View Details 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 6 2026 Wed Bridge in a Bag with MnDOT 4:30pm–5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Learning, Performances/Presentations Event Description: Rochester Public Library Auditorium Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please fill out our online form or contact the program host.
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 Art Storytime with Local Artist Cassandra Buck Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Performances/Presentations, Storytime Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Rochester Public Library AuditoriumJoin us for a special art themed storytime where we will meet local artist Cassandra Buck, learn about her artwork, and do some special hands-on art activities afterwards. View Details 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 9 2026 Sat Art Storytime with Local Artist Cassandra Buck 10:30am–11:00am Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations, Storytime Event Description: Rochester Public Library AuditoriumJoin us for a special art themed storytime where we will meet local artist Cassandra Buck, learn about her artwork, and do some special hands-on art activities afterwards. Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please fill out our online form or contact the program host. This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library
This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All" group Project: Constellation - Scandinavian Music 1890-Today Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Learning, Performances/Presentations Age Group: Families, Adults, All Join us for a concert of traditional and contemporary Scandinavian music from performers Santiago and Christina Silva. View Details This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All" group May 12 2026 Tue Project: Constellation - Scandinavian Music 1890-Today 6:30pm–7:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Families, Adults, All Program Type: Learning, Performances/Presentations Event Description: Join us for a concert of traditional and contemporary Scandinavian music from performers Santiago and Christina Silva. 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 "Families" group Meet an Excavator: Storytime at Public Works Friday, May 15, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Outreach Program Type: Performances/Presentations, Storytime Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Families Public Works Transportation CenterDiscover the wonders of the Public Works Department at the Transportation Center (4300 E River Rd NE, 55906) with a storytime, tour, and a big vehicle meet and greet! View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Youth (ages 0-5)" group This event is in the "Families" group May 15 2026 Fri Meet an Excavator: Storytime at Public Works 10:30am–11:30am Library Branch: Outreach Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations, Storytime Event Description: Public Works Transportation CenterDiscover the wonders of the Public Works Department at the Transportation Center (4300 E River Rd NE, 55906) with a storytime, tour, and a big vehicle meet and greet! Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please fill out our online form or contact the program host.
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 Meet Pigeon! (But don't let him drive the bus!!) Wednesday, September 9, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Performances/Presentations Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Families Rochester Public Library AuditoriumJoin us for a special storytime and meet Pigeon from the books of Mo Willems. (But seriously, please don't let him drive the bus!) View Details 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 Sep 9 2026 Wed Meet Pigeon! (But don't let him drive the bus!!) 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: Rochester Public Library AuditoriumJoin us for a special storytime and meet Pigeon from the books of Mo Willems. (But seriously, please don't let him drive the bus!) Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please fill out our online form or contact the program host. This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library
This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Peregrine Falcons LIVE! Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Performances/Presentations Age Group: Youth (ages 6-12), Families Rochester Public Library Auditorium View Details This event is in the "Youth (ages 6-12)" group This event is in the "Families" group Sep 30 2026 Wed Peregrine Falcons LIVE! 4:30pm–5:30pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 6-12), Families Program Type: Performances/Presentations Event Description: Rochester Public Library Auditorium Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please fill out our online form or contact the program host.
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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All" group SAVE THE DATE Ye Olde Library Renaissance Faire Friday, November 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Auditorium at Main Branch Program Type: Creative, General Program, Performances/Presentations, Social Gathering Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Teens, Families, Adults, All Ye Olde Library Renaissance FaireFriday, November 6, 2026, Time TBDSave the date for Ye Olde Library Renaissance Faire 2026! Back by popular demand, this all-ages event is sure to delight! View Details 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All" group Nov 6 2026 Fri SAVE THE DATE Ye Olde Library Renaissance Faire 6:00pm–8:00pm Library Branch: Main Branch Room: Auditorium Age Group: Youth (ages 0-5), Youth (ages 6-12), Teens, Families, Adults, All Program Type: Creative, General Program, Performances/Presentations, Social Gathering Event Description: Ye Olde Library Renaissance FaireFriday, November 6, 2026, Time TBDSave the date for Ye Olde Library Renaissance Faire 2026! Back by popular demand, this all-ages event is sure to delight! Disclaimer(s) The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please fill out our online form or contact the program host.
