Join us at Quarry Hill Nature Center's outdoor pavilion for a spacial storytime at 9:30 am. In the event of inclement weather this program will move to an indoor classroom.
Step back in time at our 1860s Stoppel Farmstead and enjoy tours of our newly restored and renovated barn and smokehouse. Live music from Raven's Fire, and games for kids of all ages. BBQ sandwiches from Smoak available for purchase, and much more. Admission is free for all.
Drop-In Tours: Introduction to the Rochester Art Center Saturdays & Sundays at 1 pm* $8 for Adults, $5 for Seniors & Military Free for Ages 21 & Under, Free for Members No reservations required. Enjoy a docent-led, guided tour of the Rochester Art Center’s current exhibitions featuring the work of...
Join us monthly for fun afternoons of card playing, dice throwing, and so much more!
Join us for a welcoming, community-focused yoga class at People's Food Co-op every Saturday evening! This weekly class is donation-based and open to all experience levels. Led by Rachel from The Amethyst Yogi, it's a great opportunity to move, stretch, and recharge in a supportive environment. Please bring your own...
Dig into the past to discover what fossil fortunes are hiding in the rocks at Quarry Hill Park! Call to register. June 2025 1 - Fossil Hunting Hike 22 - Fossil Hunting Hike July 2025 20 - Fossil Hunting Hike August 2025 17 - Fossil Hunting Hike 31 - Fossil...
Nancy and her husband Dan play a wide variety of music from the 60s to current that you'll be sure to recognize. Nancy plays an electric acoustic guitar and sings, Dan lays down the Bass line. Be ready to sing along! Music on the Plaza brings live music to the...
Join us for an hour of self-directed wiggles and gross-motor development activities with props, toys and, good company! This program is designed for 0-18 month-olds and their grown-ups. Drop-in as you please.
You never know where my songs may go or what they will be about , Groundhogs to Zebras , Shakespeare to Dr. Seuss , Anchor and wings, looking for Peace of Mind or Zombie’s wanting the same. Music on the Plaza brings live music to the Peace Plaza, encouraging passers...
Join us for an hour of self-directed wiggles and gross-motor development activities with props, toys and , good company! This program is designed for 0-18 month-olds and their grown-ups. Drop-in as you please.
Joel Ward is a soul singing, acoustic guitar pickin’, lyric writing, fool for music out of Winona, MN. He’s defied stereotypes and genres all over the country playing an original blend of roots, soul, folk, and rock n roll. His live performances are filled with an emotion to match the...
Bring your imagination to build with our giant collection of bricks!
Salsa del Soul is a Twin Cities-based, nine-piece orchestra performing various styles of dance music from the Spanish-speaking regions of the Caribbean. Salsa del Soul was formed with the purpose to provide great dance music for Twin Cities Salsa fans. The musicians of Salsa del Soul represent some of the...
Luke Hendrickson has performed in more than 40 states, as well as Canada, England, and Wales...releasing 2 full-length albums which have gathered nominations from the Midwest Country Music Organization, for awards such as "Album of the Year" and "Songwriter of the Year". Music on the Plaza brings live music to...
Join us for an outdoor storytime at Eyota Farmers Market in West Side Park (303 W. 5th St., Eyota). Arrive early to visit the Bookmobile which will be available 4-6:30 pm.
Learn from an Oxbow Park naturalist about the happenings at Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo in Byron, MN. Get u close with some Minnesota-native reptiles and amphibians!
Enjoy gentle songs, simple stories, and a lullaby at this 20-minute lapsit storytime. This event is designed for children birth through 5 years old and their families.
Enjoy a fun storytime for children for all ages and their families
Art is ALL around us! This class helps your little artist cultivate their artistic skills while learning about the different types of art available to us. We will work with a multitude of mediums to create unique, one-of-a-kind projects. Each month is broken down into different topics, all of which...
Engage in active rhymes, songs, and interactive stories. This 20-minute preschool storytime is designed for children ages 2 - 5 and their families.
The D'Sievers is a jazz group featuring John Sievers on trombone. They have been performing in the tri-state region for decades and have participate din regional festivals like the Twin Cities Jazz Fest, The Minnesota Original Music Festival, and The Rochester City Jazz Fest. Music on the Plaza brings live...
Paul transforms pop covers from the '70s to the '00s into laid-back tunes perfect for sitting down to. Foot-tapping and singing along may occur. Music on the Plaza brings live music to the Peace Plaza, encouraging passers by to enjoy the music of local artists over weekday lunch and happy...
Put on your dancing shoes for 30-minutes of non-stop dancing fun for toddlers & preschools!
A weekly summer staple of downtown Rochester, Thursdays Downtown is Southern Minnesota's largest street festival, combining art, music, food, and a vendor market into one free community-uniting, block-party-style event. Join your friends and neighbors at Thursdays Downtown to eat, drink, dance, and shop the day away!
Enjoy a casual hour with new friends as you practice your English language or conversational skills. All ages and skill levels are welcome to attend; we will have a conversation circle for adults and well as space for children & families to play and talk.
7:00 p.m. Thomas X performs at the Discovery Walk Stage. Meet the Artist Thomas X is an Ojibwe hip hop artist from Red Lake Nation. His music brings bold beats, sharp lyrics, and a powerful sense of purpose. With a focus on Native youth and cultural pride, his work celebrates identity, challenges...
We are open to the public on Fridays during the Spring and Summer seasons! Come anytime during 9am and 3pm to enjoy the animals, play with the many interactive farm activities, and get some fresh country air. We sell fresh popcorn and drinks, but you are invited to bring your...
We are open to the public on Fridays during the Spring and Summer seasons! Come anytime during 9am and 3pm to enjoy the animals, play with the many interactive farm activities, and get some fresh country air. We sell fresh popcorn and drinks, but you are invited to bring your...
Join us for an outdoor storytime in the brand-new Chester Woods Park Amphitheater (8378 Hwy 14 SE, Eyota) and stay for a hike. Admission is free.
Shop for used books at great prices! Nonfiction and fiction for all ages. We will have an abundance of good quality kids books, history, poetry, quilting, and cookbooks at this sale. We will also have sheet music, music CDs, DVDs, and audio books. All proceeds benefit the Rochester Public Library....
A native of southern Minnesota, guitarist Ben Gateno earned Master’s and Doctoral degrees in performance from the Eastman School of Music in Rochester, NY. A versatile musician, Ben enjoys presenting solo guitar programs that feature a wide range of styles and genres, with a special emphasis on classical, country blues,...
Enjoy a fun storytime for children of all ages and their families.
The Rochester Farmers Market in Rochester, Minnesota, is a vibrant, year-round, grower-only market that showcases the best of southeastern Minnesota’s local agriculture and artisan products. Operated by a vendor-owned association of approximately 100 small business owners who live and farm within 50 miles of Rochester, the market emphasizes sustainability, freshness,...
Rochester Electrified Home & Vehicle Show is back June 28th! We’ve got a new name for your #1 place to find electrified and sustainable solutions for your home, vehicles, and more. Join the Rochester Electrified Home & Vehicle Show to learn about and connect with vendors for: - Home electrification...
Shop for used books at great prices! Nonfiction and fiction for all ages. We will have an abundance of good quality kids books, history, poetry, quilting, and cookbooks at this sale. We will also have sheet music, music CDs, DVDs, and audio books. All proceeds benefit the Rochester Public Library....
Drop-In Tours: Introduction to the Rochester Art Center Saturdays & Sundays at 1 pm* $8 for Adults, $5 for Seniors & Military Free for Ages 21 & Under, Free for Members No reservations required. Enjoy a docent-led, guided tour of the Rochester Art Center’s current exhibitions featuring the work of...
Join us for a welcoming, community-focused yoga class at People's Food Co-op every Saturday evening! This weekly class is donation-based and open to all experience levels. Led by Rachel from The Amethyst Yogi, it's a great opportunity to move, stretch, and recharge in a supportive environment. Please bring your own...
Shop for used books at great prices! Nonfiction and fiction for all ages. We will have an abundance of good quality kids books, history, poetry, quilting, and cookbooks at this sale. We will also have sheet music, music CDs, DVDs, and audio books. All proceeds benefit the Rochester Public Library....
Join us to practice your origami skills with other enthusiasts. All ages and skill levels welcome.
Paul transforms pop covers from the '70s to the '00s into laid-back tunes perfect for sitting down to. Foot-tapping and singing along may occur. Music on the Plaza brings live music to the Peace Plaza, encouraging passers by to enjoy the music of local artists over weekday lunch and happy...
Join us for an hour of self-directed wiggles and gross-motor development activities with props, toys and, good company! This program is designed for 0-18 month-olds and their grown-ups. Drop-in as you please.
Jaggedease is a jam band that plays original music that covers numerous different genres. Music on the Plaza brings live music to the Peace Plaza, encouraging passers by to enjoy the music of local artists over weekday lunch and happy hours, and Friday night concerts on Historic Third Street. This...
Join us for an hour of self-directed wiggles and gross-motor development activities with props, toys and , good company! This program is designed for 0-18 month-olds and their grown-ups. Drop-in as you please.
You never know where my songs may go or what they will be about , Groundhogs to Zebras , Shakespeare to Dr. Seuss , Anchor and wings, looking for Peace of Mind or Zombie’s wanting the same. Music on the Plaza brings live music to the Peace Plaza, encouraging passers...
“honeygrl” is the brain child of Minnesota native Abbey Doerre. This alter ego was born out of a deep love for music, connection, and celebrating one another’s identities. Throughout the past two years Doerre has established her place in the Rochester/Minneapolis music scene as a creative force to be reckoned...
Meets are FREE for kids 2-15+ years old and open to the public. Para-athlete/wheelchair inclusion – independent or parent assisted are encouraged to participate. 2025 Dates: June 3rd, June 10th, June 17th, July 1st, July 8th, July 15th Time: 6:00 PM Location: Soldiers Memorial Field Track, 244 Soldiers Field Dr....
Enjoy gentle songs, simple stories, and a lullaby at this 20-minute lapsit storytime. This event is designed for children birth through 5 years old and their families.
Art is ALL around us! This class helps your little artist cultivate their artistic skills while learning about the different types of art available to us. We will work with a multitude of mediums to create unique, one-of-a-kind projects. Each month is broken down into different topics, all of which...
Engage in active rhymes, songs, and interactive stories. This 20-minute preschool storytime is designed for children ages 2 - 5 and their families.
The D'Sievers is a jazz group featuring John Sievers on trombone. They have been performing in the tri-state region for decades and have participate din regional festivals like the Twin Cities Jazz Fest, The Minnesota Original Music Festival, and The Rochester City Jazz Fest. Music on the Plaza brings live...
