05/03/2008 - 10/25/2008
Rochester Downtown Farmers Market
Every Saturday through October 25th, 7:30am until Noon.
Fresh local products brought to market weekly by neighboring growners, music, demonstrations and special events throughout the season.

www.rochesterdowntownfarmersmarket.org

05/13/2008 - 10/20/2008
Farmers Market in Mantorville
The Mantorville Farmers Market will be open starting May 13 - Oct 20. Held in the Riverside Park parking lot on every Tuesday from 10-7. For more information go to www.mantorvilletourism.com

05/15/2008 - 05/16/2008
St. Isidore Health Center Annual Rummage Sale
St. Isidore Health Center's Annual Rummage Sale will be held May 15th & 16th st St. Joanchim Catholic Church - 900 Broadway W. Plainview, MN - 9am to 7pm Thursday, May 15th and 9am to 1pm Friday, May 16th.

BBQ lunch may be purchased on Thursday, May 15th from 11am to 1pm.

05/16/2008 - 05/17/2008
Teen MOPS Garage Sale
Teen MOPS Garage Sale on May 16th from 7:00am - 5:00pm and May 17th from 7:00am to 3:00pm, 3917 Cobblestone Ln NW (North Park). Lots of toys, kids clothes, kids coats, books, household items, strollers, dorm fridges, microwave, crib, twin bed, bike trailer & much more! Hot dogs, pop and snacks also sold. All proceeds go to support Teen MOPS of Rochester, a local non-profit group.

05/16/2008
OMC Auxiliary Book Fair
The OMC Auxiliary is having another Book Fair by BOOKS ARE FUN along with our spring bake sale.
When: Friday, May 16th
8:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Where: OMC Hospital
1650 4th St. S.E.
Conference Rooms A&B

There will be JUST the Book Fair on Thursday, May 15th at the Chatfield OMC Clinic, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

05/16/2008
Savvy Singles Party
Live music….1/2 priced appetizers…drink specials…door prize drawing…non intimidating ice breaker activity etc.
WHEN: Friday, May 16; 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
WHERE: Rookies Sports Bar & Grill [located in the Ramada Hotel near Apache Mall]
Address: 1517 16th St SW; Rochester, MN 55902
AVERAGE AGE RANGE: Everyone from 25-55+ attend our get togethers but all ages welcome!
WHAT TO WEAR: 'nice casual' and comfortable; say…..something you may wear on a first date to impress that gal or guy that you're going out with.

**COVER CHARGE: $5 to be paid at the door
MORE INFO/WEB SITES:
Savvy Singles of Rochester: http://www.savvysingle.net

05/16/2008
Palm Warbler Walk
Friday May 16th, 6:30 am
Palm Warbler Walk
Quarry Hill Nature Center, 701 Silver Creek Rd NE, Rochester

This may be the peak of Warbler migration in SE Minnesota. Join members of Zumbro Valley Audubon Society in a bird hike to see what’s newly arrived. Stay for as long as you like. Free and Open to the Public.

05/16/2008
Southland Elementary PTO Carnival
Annual PTO Carnival at Rose Creek Elementary, Rose Creek. Games, food, prizes, silent auction, raffle and much more! Friday, May 16th from 6pm to 9pm.

Something for everyone and every age! Come out for a fun night and support the school and community!

05/16/2008
Stay Out of the Sun Run
The third annual Stay Out of the Sun Run will be held at Holy Spirit Catholic Church; 5455 50th Ave. NW; Rochester, MN on May 16, 2008 at 6:30pm. All proceeds go to Melanoma Research & Education - Mayo Clinic Cancer Center. The race features a certified 10K course, 5K run and 5K walk. The entry fee by May 11, 2008 is $20. After May 11 and on-site registration is $25. Please view the event website www.sosrun.org for more information.

05/16/2008 - 05/18/2008
Weekend Retreat for the Divorced, Separated or Widowed
Weekend Retreat for the Divorced, Separated or Widowed Offered by Beginning Experience of Rochester, Minnesota
Designed to help participants make a new beginning in life.
May 16-18, 2008 at Villa Maria in Frontenac, MN.
Registration is required by : May 2, 2008
For more information contact: Elena Henderson (507) 288-9478, Tim Haubenstricker (507) 358-7906, or e-mail: berochestermn@yahoo.com

05/16/2008
PEM High School “Golden Gate” International Festival
May 16th – 8 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

PUBLIC WELCOME – HS Library – Plainview, MN
(Upon Entry Please Stop By The H.S. Office For A Pass)

See ethnic artwork, artifacts, handiwork, everyday household items, & designs. Play games from other Countries. See many, many cultural displays.
Sample free food samplings from around the globe.
Hear music from other cultures. Try on clothes from other parts of the World. Try your hand at some dance moves from another Country. Learn to do a handicraft from another culture. Learn more about your very own ethnic heritage. Visitors from around the globe set up table displays.

Call Deb Algadi or Mike Cabaya at PEM HS Library for further info or if you will need any other special accommodations: 507-534-3128 ext. 427

05/17/2008
Rochester Masonic Anniversary
Rochester Lodge #21 A.F. & A.M. and Chapter #193 of the Order of the Eastern Star, announce a Gala event celebrating 150 years of Masonry and 100 years of Eastern Star in Southeastern Minnesota.
Keynote speaker: author and international diplomat Akram Elias, Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Washington D.C.; dancing with live music from Rochester’s Swing Street, and a display of artifacts commemorating the sesquicentennial of Masonry in Rochester. Public welcome. Cost is $35 call 282-1820.

05/17/2008
Salad Luncheon St. Charles United Methodist Church
St. Charles United Methodist Church will have it's Salad Luncheon from 11am to 1pm and a Bake Sale & Attic Treasures Sale 8am to 3pm on Saturday, May 17th.

05/17/2008
Community Action Program 25th Anniversary Celebration
Walk around East Silver Lake to commemorate 25 years of community service. Stop and find out about community resources. Speakers at 10:30 and drawings for prizes after that. Fun for the whole family. Free

05/17/2008
Wine Tasting - Paws & Claws
At the Ramada Hotel Conference Center, Rochester Saturday, May 17th from 3pm to 7pm. Tickets $15 in advance from any Hy-Vee, Hy-Vee Wine & Spirits or Paws & Claws office. Must be 21 or older to attend.

05/17/2008
Garage & Bake Sale
St. Columbaus Catholic Church of Preston will hold their multi family garage sale and bake sale Saturday, May 17th 8am to Noon.

05/17/2008
Saturdays at Slatterly 1st Annual Bloom Day
Saturdays at Slatterly 1st Annual Bloom Day - Saturday, May 17th, 11:00am to 2:00pm.
6th Ave SE between 9th & 10th Streets. For more information go to: http://rneighbors.org/node/4349

05/17/2008 - 05/18/2008
St. Charles Borromeo Springfest
St. Charles Borromeo Church, St. Charles, MN will host its 18th Annual Springfest celebration on May 17th and 18th. Beginning on Saturday at
6:00 pm, our parish will host Bingo in the Commons Area of the New Church with pizza, hot dogs, and beverages available. On Sunday, join us at the Winona County Fairgrounds in St. Charles, for an outdoor Mass at 10:30 am followed by a broasted chicken dinner, auction of new and used items, bake sale, and children’s games (including the Jump-a-Rama, and Log Jam Obstacle Course). The big ticket drawing will take place at 4pm. All are welcome to join this Family Friendly Day!!

05/17/2008
Rochester Senior Center Dance
Sat. May 17,

Saturday Night Dance
music provide by Dave Kiral, from 7-11 pm in the
Fred Reed Hall at the Rochester Senior Center. 121 North Broadway.

Open to the public,
Admission - $8.00.

05/17/2008 - 05/05/2008
American Cancer Society Relay For Life fund-raiser
An American Cancer Society Relay For Life fund-raiser sponsored by Team Stoyles will be held Friday, May 17 at the Pastime Gardens, 404 South Madison in Mason City from 5 to 10 p.m. Freshly grilled brats and burgers, with potato salad, beans, chips and drinks will be served. There will also be an auction featuring many items. Admission for the event is $6. All proceeds will benefit the upcoming Relay For Life event. Tickets available from members of Team Stoyles, or at the door.

05/17/2008
1st Annual Hayfield Fire Department Fun Run/Walk
Location: Hayfield, MN (Hayfield Fire Hall)

Length: 5K Run/Walk, 8K Run

Race Day Registration/Packet Pickup: 8:00-8:45 AM

Start Time: 8K Run @ 9AM, 5K Run/Walk @ 10:30 AM

This is the 1st Annual Hayfield Fire Department Fun Run/Walk. All proceeds go to Hayfield Fire Department Fundraising, Inc., for purchasing fire fighting gear: turn outs, gloves, hoods, hand tools, etc.

Cost: $20 if postmarked before May 1 (participants may run both races if they would like)
$25 if postmarked after May 1 (participants may run both races if they would like)

http://www.hayfieldfiredepartment.com/funrunwalk/

If you have any questions or would like more information, or to volunteer, please contact Johann Sonnenberg at any time at johann.sonnenberg@gmail.com or cell: 507-438-1084.

05/17/2008
Rochester Jaycees Sandbox Fill
Rochester Jaycees is having their annual Sandbox Fill May 17th. The cost is $10.00 per wheelbarrel load with a limit of five loads per order. Deliveries will be made all day in Rochester area. To order fill out form found on www.rochesterjaycees.com and the order will be directly ordered to your home or sandbox. All orders must be received by May 12th at 5:00 pm.

05/17/2008
Old Fashioned Prom
Come Join Us For An Old Fashioned Prom
Saturday May 17th 8p-12:00a
The Crystal Ballroom
Chatfield, MN
Dance to the music of “Lost Faculties”
(They lost their souls to Rock ‘n Roll)

Dig out those old Prom Dresses or come as you are!!!

***King and Queen Candidates***
Grand march at 9:00; invite friends/family to watch your favorite candidates!

***Hors d’oeuvres***

***Photographer(from People Magazine
Available*** To capture these memories forever!!!

***Open Cash Bar*

$10.00 advance $12.00 at the door
call Alice for details………….507-867-3270

05/17/2008
Stone Crossing Open House
The newly renovated Stone Crossing building just East of HyVee South (1221 3rd Ave SW) is having a community open house on Saturday, May 17th from 10 am to 2 pm. Each business is offering door prizes, there will be refreshments, and tours of the newly renovated building!

05/17/2008
Faith United Methodist Church Youth Group Carwash
Faith United Methodist Church Youth Group is having a CARWASH on Saturday, May 17th from 8am to 2pm in conjuction with Spring Valley City Wide Rummage Sales. The cost is $5.00 per car! Please come support the Youth Group and drive away with a clean car! Faith United Methodist Church is at 617 Maple Lane, Spring Valley.

05/17/2008
Whalen Annual Stand Still Parade
May 17th, the Lutheran Church and community of Whalan will be hosting its annual Stand Still Parade. The theme is Norway, of course. There will be live entertainment from Irish Minstrels, Maritza Band, International Dancers, Mike Gabrick on his High Wheeler, Rhubarb Sisters, and Over the Back Fence Radio Show. There will also be a petting zoo, pony rides, cow milking contests, bed races, canoe races, live demonstrations, horse drawn wagon rides, antique cars, Norwegian lefse, and lots of great food!

Live entertainment from 10am to 3pm, Stand Still Parade from 11am to Noon

05/17/2008
PAIIR - Transportation Fair
Explore trucks, race cars, tractors and other vehicles at Goose Egg Park, Northrop Education Center, 201 8th St NW May 17th from 10am to 1pm. Meet special guest Clifford from PBS Kids. This free event will be held rain or shine. For more information, call PAIIR at 328-4020.

05/17/2008
Harvey Ronglien at Dodge Center Library
Owatonna author Harvey Ronglien will be at the Dodge Center Library (13 First Ave NW) Sat. May 17, 10am to discuss his book "Boy from C-11," a memoir of his childhood at the Minnesota State Public School for Dependent and Neglected Children.

05/17/2008
Root Relief - Celebrating Recovery and Community
A benefit for SE Minnesota flood victims is being held on Saturday, May 17th at the Houston Hoedown Fest Grounds. Several local musicians have donated their time and talents – including performances by Derrick Cripps and David Korger, Up & Coming, Whistle Jacks, and Virginia Dare. Food and beverages will be available for purchase, and chance drawings will be sold throughout the day for various prizes. A live auction will begin at 5:30 p.m. and will feature autographed memorabilia from ABC television stars, tickets for a Minnesota Twins game, and vacation getaways among other items. A minimum donation of $2.00 per person is suggested at the gate. All proceeds will be donated to HCILTRO and RADAR to help those with unmet needs. For more information, go to www.rootrelief.org

05/17/2008
Sweet Adelines presents: "Our America: A Journey in Song"
Zumbro Valley Chorus of Sweet Adelines presents: "Our America: A Journey in Song"
2:30 and 7:00 PM Saturday, May 17th.
People of Hope Church, 3703 Country Club Road West, Rochester. Special guests will be Rochester Music Men Barbershop Chorus and Simply Magic. Tickets are $10 per person. Call 507-285-9915 for more information.

05/17/2008 - 05/18/2008
2008 Lamapalooza
Lamas of Minnesota is sponsoring “2008 Lamapalooza” Llama Show

May 17 - 18, 2008

Rice County Fairgrounds
1814 2nd Ave. NW
Faribault, MN
(Hwy 3 or 20th St. @ 2nd Ave.)

There will be Llama halter, fleece and performance judging, photo contest, a llama jackpot obstacle course, llama costume contest and food vendors.

Come join the fun! There will be many llamas (and some alpacas, too). Free and open to the public 8:30 am each day.

For more llama information: www.lamasofmn.org

05/17/2008
Friends of Oxbow Spring FunFest
Friends of Oxbow 2008 Spring Funfest, Saturday, May 17th from 11am to 3pm.

No admission fee, but as usual, we appreciate all donations. All funds raised will go toward future exhibits.

This event will feature storyteller Kevin Strauss, former Oxbow resident Lois Nash, meet K Ready Kangaroo and get a free First Steps coloring book, build a bird house with the Byron Lions Club, be amazed by the magic of Terry Lee. Also enjoy friends of oxbow zoo cart, silent auction, face painting, free popcorn, games for the kids, bear and otter feedings, wolf howling contest, friends of oxbow plant sale, hot dog, brats & sodas (at a very reasonable price)

Sponsored by the Friends of Oxbow

05/17/2008
3rd Annual Hosta Sale
Shades of Green Hosta Society of Southeast Minnesota will hold their 3rd Annual Hosta Sale Saturday, May 17th from 8am to Noon at Olmsted County Fairgrounds - Horticulture Building.

The first 100 customers will receive a complimentary copy of "The Hosta Adventure", a Growers Guide, published by the American Hosta Society. (copies also for sale $4 each)

Hostas and perennials for shade and part shade gardens! Plants grown in Minnesota gardens by SE Minnesota area gardeners! Tips on gorwing and landscaping with Hosta and companion plants available.

Proceeds used for educational materials and programs.

For more information: Karen Noltee at 288-6730 or prestonplants@aol.com or check our website www.soghs.org

05/17/2008
Jaycees Sandbox Fill
Rochester Jaycees annual Sandbox fill will be Saturday, May 17 8am to 5pm. Go to rochesterjaycees.com for ordering information.

05/18/2008
Dad's Belgian Waffle Breakfast
May 18th, 8:30am to 12:30pm
Fundraiser for a Rushford Habitat for Humanity Build. Sponored by the Rushford Lions who will also be doing a "Donor sign up Campaign" at the event. Cost is $7 for adults, $3.50 for children 12 & under, Free 5 & under. Supplemental Funds from Thrivent.

05/18/2008
First Annual Waseca Bridal Show
Waseca Inn and Suites will be hosting Waseca's first Bridal Show May 18th at 5:30pm. Area businesses will be available at Waseca Inn and Suites to help you plan your dream wedding. Refreshments will be provided, and this event is free of charge and open to the public. A door prize drawing will be held to win on free night's stay in the bridal suite, and other prizes.

05/18/2008
Roll & Stroll for the Goal
A Roll & Stroll for the Goal for Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation will be held Sunday, May 18th at Rochester’s Soldiers Field. Participants are invited to walk, run or ride from 1:00-4:00 with registration beginning at noon. This family event will be filled with lots of fun and a life changing spirit. There will be a silent auction, games, prizes, entertainment and food. Those raising $100 or more will receive a FREE t-shirt. Step up for kids and help find a cure for diabetes! For more information contact Tom & Wendy O'Leary at: rollandstroll@hotmail.com or call 507-775-7054.

05/18/2008
Cancer Benefit for Dale Kaderbek
May 18th from 4pm to 8pm
The Elks Club
102 1st Ave NE, Austin, MN

Bake Sale, Silent Auction, Raffle Drawing
Entertainment by the Bissen Family

Free Will Donation Dinner

For more information:
www.caringbridge.org/visit/dalekaderabek

05/18/2008
St. Matthew's Omelet Breakfast
Omelet Breakfast
St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church
Sunday, May 18th
adults $5.00, children 12-4 $4.00, under 4 free
Made-To-Order Omelet, Sausage, Sweet Roll, Beverage
10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.
100 SE Fillmore street
Chatfield, MN

05/18/2008
Trinity Lutheran Syttende Mai Meatball Dinner
Sponsored by Trinity Lutheran Church, Spring Grove. Adults $8.00, children 5-12 $4.00, under 5 free. Serving meatballs, mashed potatoes/gravy, glazed carrots, coleslaw, rommegrot, lefse/flatbread, dessert, coffee and milk.

05/18/2008
RCLS SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER
On Sunday May 18th, from 11 am-10pm The Timber Lodge Steakhouse will provide 15% of all proceeds to go to Rochester Central Lutheran School's Scholarship Fund. Please call ahead for seating and mention RCLS when ordering. Carry out orders also qualify

05/18/2008
Camp Jornada Benefit-Brad Boice as Elvis
Brad Boice will be presenting a benefit concert at Bethel Lutheran Church, 810 Third Ave., SE, Rochester, for Camp Jornada and the organ fund on Sunday, May 18, 2 p.m. Free-will offering. To begin this special concert, Elvis Tribute Artist, Brad Boice, from Chatfield will perform Elvis Presley's favorite gospel and inspirational songs. After a brief intermission, Brad will return in full "Elvis-style" and sing many of Elvis' well known songs from concerts and movies. This promises to be an AMAZING CONCERT!

All proceeds go to Camp Jornada Foundation, an organization that provides kids with cancer or affected by cancer a week long camp and a year around support network, and Bethel Lutheran's new organ fund. Refreshments following the concert in Bethel hall. Invite your friends to come and enjoy listening to favorite Elvis' songs as sung by Brad Boice who received the prestigious "Spirit of Elvis" award in September 2007 at LaCrosse Elvis Explosion Contest.

05/18/2008
Pancake Breakfast in Memory of Chase Hutchison
Sunday, May 18, 2008
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church (between Plainview and Elgin on Hwy 42).
9-11am. Suggested donation is $5 per person. Proceeds will go toward new playground equipment in memory of Chase.

05/19/2008
Birthright Volunteer Training Session
Birthright, Emergency Pregnancy Service of Rochester, will offer a new volunteer training session on Monday, May 19 from 7-9pm at our office located in Soldiers Field Plaza. Volunteers are needed to work in our office offering guidance and assistance to women in need; flexible hours. Individuals interested in volunteering may email birthright_rochmn@yahoo.com or call 507-288-9374 for more information.

05/19/2008
Community-Wide Meeting
Community-wide meeting for the planning of an indoor children's playground at the Austin Community Learning Center, 912-1st AVE N.E. (Queen of Angels) Monday, May 19th from 6:30pm to 7:30pm. Free event open to everyone, especially families with young children. Call 433-8773 with any questions.

05/20/2008
Social Concerns: Dealing with Grief
The Hormel Historic Home presents Mary Kittelson of Worlein Funeral Home speaking on grief, community resources and how to help a friend cope with loss. Held in the HHH Carriage House.
A FREE lunch is served at 12 p.m. RSVP by Friday, May 16 to 433-4243 or hormelhh@smig.net for lunch. This program is funded in part by the United Way of Mower County and everyone is welcome to attend.

05/20/2008
MAYO PREGNANCY LOSS SUPPORT GROUP
In honor of Mother’s and Father’s Days, the Pregnancy Loss Support Group will hold a special gathering at the Aisle of Innocence at Oakwood Cemetery.

It will be held on Tuesday, May 20, at 6:30 PM. (The rain date will be the following day, Wednesday, May 21, at 6:30 PM. For information about cancellation on May 20 due to the weather, please contact Donna at the cemetery office BEFORE 4:00 PM, at 282-1608).

Feel free to bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit on. We will have some music, reflection, and you are invited to share your baby's name or a special poem or thought about him or her.

This will be our last gathering until we resume meetings in September.

Please feel free to contact Jeri Sehl at 266-7360 if you have any questions.

05/20/2008
Rochester Area Girls Choir Auditions
Rochester Area Girls Choir is having auditions and registration on May 20th, 4:30-6pm at Lourdes High School Auditorium for the 2008-09 season. Call Diane Toogood 289-6644 for an audition by appointment. No preparation necessary.

05/20/2008
Kiwanis Read Around the World Project
As part of the Kiwanis Read Around the World Project, Rochester Kiwanis Clubs Used Book Collection Day is Tuesday, May 20th. Bring any good used kindergarten through 5th grade books to Hoover Elementary School, 369 Elton Hills Drive NW or Edison Administration Building, 615 7th Street SW from 7:30am to 7:00pm. The Rochester Kiwanis Clubs will collect the books and distribute them among elementary schools for students to take home and read.

05/22/2008
ART AUCTION
Starry Night Collective and Zumbro Education District are proud to sponsor an evening in the arts. Enjoy feasting on wonderful delights and take part in a silent art auction.

All proceeds go to help students with Special Needs shine.

May 22nd at 6:00pm
Location: Byron Community Center, 630 1st Avenue NW, Byron, MN 55920

05/23/2008 - 05/24/2008
BETHEL 5th ANNUAL PLANT SALE
810 3RD AVE SE
ROCHESTER MN

May 23rd 4pm to 7pm
May 24th 9am to Noon

This years proceeds will be dedicated toward improving health care in Tanzania. Matching funds will be provided by Thrivent Financial for Lutherans.

05/23/2008
Indigo Bunting Bird Hike
Friday May 23rd, 6:30 am

Quarry Hill Nature Center, 701 Silver Creek Rd NE, Rochester

Join members of Zumbro Valley Audubon Society on an early morning hike to see the newly arrived birds to SE Minnesota. Expect to see Bluebirds, Indigo Buntings, Baltimore Orioles and lots more. Stay for as long as you wish. Free and Open to the Public.

05/26/2008
Memorial Day Dinner -Sion Lutheran Church
Six Mile Grove Lutheran Church of Lyle, MN is holding a Memorial Day Dinner Monday, May 26th from 11:30a to 1:30p.

BBQ Beef and BBQ Pork
Potato Salad
BBQ Beans
Relish Tray
Pies

Adults $7.00
Children 5-12 years old $3.00
Under 5 years old Free

05/27/2008
Program of the Zumbro Valley Audubon Society
Tuesday May 27th
Chester Woods County Park

5:30 pm – Potluck dinner at Chester Woods County Park
7:00 pm – “ The Bluebirds of Chester Woods”

Learn about the Bluebird Recovery project at Chester Woods Park. We will observe active nest boxes and hear stories from the monitors of the Bluebird boxes. Greg Munson will demonstrate how to band Bluebirds to allow for tracking their movements.

Free and Open to the Public.

05/27/2008
Mothers and More Meeting
MOM is WOW Upside Down
Did becoming a mom turn your life upside down? Come and talk about being an amazing mom…it’s time to toot your own horn, so come prepared to tell us what makes you a great mom, who your ‘mom-idols’ are, and what your mom did that made you who you are today. This is also a WOW meeting…Work on Whatever, so bring your crafts, scrapbooking, magazines, *whatever*! This meeting will be back at Quarry Ridge clubhouse:Tuesday, May 27th at 7pm. 1823 Quarry Ridge Place, NW #529-9107

05/28/2008
Wendy's Night Fundraiser for Mayo Wrestling Association
Date: Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Time: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm CDT
Where: Wendy's South by the Shopko South, Rochester, MN

Mayo High School, Middle School, and Youth Wrestling Programs receive 10% of all sales on May 28 between 5-7 pm. Come and meet some Mayo wrestlers!

More www.mayowrestling.org

05/29/2008
Viterbo University BSN Completion Information Session
Registered nurses who want to earn their bachelor’s degree quickly, conveniently and at a Rochester location should plan to attend this information session. Viterbo representatives will be on hand to answer questions, assist with sign-up and explain how to complete your BSN degree with classes held locally and meeting just one day a week in 7-week blocks.
tmjohns@viterbo.edu

05/30/2008 - 06/01/2008
Owatonna Spring Into Summer Fest
OWATONNA SPRING INTO
SUMMER FEST

The Steele County Fairgrounds
Owatonna, MN
May 30, 31, and June 1, 2008

State Championship barbeque contest as New this year proclaimed by Gov. Tim Pawlenty

Friday, May 30th -
Smokin’ In Steele Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS)
Sanctioned Barbeque Contest

Tim Sigler and the Lucky Town Band

Carnival
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Saturday, May 31st -
Smokin’ In Steele KCBS Sanctioned
Barbeque Contest

Garden Tractor Pull

Carnival

Car Display

Dazy Head Mazy Band
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Sunday, June 1st -
KC Delicious Breakfast
8:00 am to 12:00 pm

Carnival
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Coordinated by the Knights of Columbus Owatonna Council 945

05/30/2008
Rochester High School Fine Arts Showcase (Held at Mayo High School)
A showcase of the finest high school classical musicians and high school visual art. This is a FREE event held at Mayo High School, however guests will be encouraged to make a donation to the Mayo High School Solar panel project. (www.ocsolar.org)
May 30th at 7:00pm

05/31/2008
Sons of Norway Kristiania Lodge Steak Fry and Potluck Supper
Sons of Norway Kristiania Lodge #47 located at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 2124 Viola Road, NE, Rochester, MN will have a steak fry and potluck supper starting at 5:00 p.m. Please bring your own tableware. The cost is $6.00. Entertainment will be Les Fields and the Turkey River Allstars. The public is welcome to attend.

05/31/2008
SAM Regional Conference
SAM Regional Conference
May 31, 2008
11:30am-8:30pm

Self-Advocates Minnesota (SAM) & Arc Southeastern Minnesota would like to invite all people with disabilities to a day of trainings, fun, and socializing. There will be trainings on Basic Self-Advocacy, Leadership, Healthy Relationships, Card making, Quality Assurance, Theatre for Self-Advocacy, and Karaoke. We will also play Bingo and there will be a Dinner and Dance. The Conference will be held at the Radisson Plaza Hotel in Rochester, MN. Cost is $20 dollars. To register or any questions please contact: Melissa Evans, Self-Advocacy Coordinator, at Arc Southeastern Minnesota at (507) 287-2032 or Toll Free: (888) 732-8520. Registration deadline is May 10, 2008.

05/31/2008
Benefit for the family of Jasmin Cruz
Date: Saturday, May 31, 2008
Time: 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm CDT
Where: St. Michael's Church, Kenyon, MN

Jasmin Cruz passed away on April 21, 2008 after choking on some food. Jasmin was 7 years old and a 2nd grader at Kenyon-Wanamingo Elementary School. A benefit for the Cruz family will be held on Saturday, May 31 from 4:00-8:00pm in Kenyon at St. Michael's Church. The event will include carnival games, food, a silent auction, clowns, piñatas, horse-pulled wagon rides and more. A candle lighting ceremony will be held at the close of the event in memory of Jasmin. Proceeds will go to the Cruz family to help cover funeral, medical expenses and lost wages. Jasmin is survived by her parents Teresa and Reymundo and brothers Mark, Rey and Daniel. "Cruz Family Benefit" trusts have been established at Security State Banks in Kenyon and Wanamingo.

05/31/2008
Breakfast on the Farm - Lynn, Jane & Cristy Sathre Farm, Adams, MN
Enjoy a Country Breakfast by "Chris Cakes" consisting of pancakes, sausage, juice, milk and coffee for $3.00. Ages 6 and under are free. Family rate of $12.00 Educational Agriculture Displays, Exhibits, and Children's Scavenger Hunt
May 31st from 8am to 11:30am

05/31/2008
Taste of Italy
Date: Saturday, May 31, 2008
Time: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm CDT
Where: Stewartville Civic Center, Stewartville, MN

Benefit for Angie Kraetsch
Sponsored by Stewartville Morning Lions
Food, bake sale, FREE diabetes screening, silent auction, live auction (6:30 p.m.)

Advance tickets: $10 adult; $5 (age 5-10)
Tickets at door: $12 adult; $7 (age 5-10)

05/31/2008
Benefit for Karen Peterson
A benefit dinner and auction for Karen Peterson is May 31st at the American Legion in Elgin.

Dinner and silent auction will be from 4pm to 7pm with live auction starting thereafter. Door prizes, contests and entertainment.

$8.00 meal includes Bob's Smoke Stack sandwich, sides and drink.

Help celebrate Bob and Karen's 33rd anniversary and give support to Karen as she battles cancer.

for any questions concerning donations please call Cliff or Angie at 507-286-8845.

Cash donations can be made to Peoples State Bank in Elgin.

05/31/2008
Ryan Abel CF Classic Golf Tournament
The Ryan Abel CF Golf Classic started 6 years ago because Ryan wanted to do something to raise money for Cystic Fibrosis research to help find a cure. Before Ryan passed away January 4th, 2008 he wanted to make sure that this tournament kept going. We are always looking for more golfers to play. The cost per 3-person team is $150 which includes 18 holes of golf, a cart, dinner after the tournament and door prizes. Dinner will be served around 5-5:30pm and will be Windsor chops, baked potatoes, baked beans and dinner rolls. If you would like to just come for the dinner the cost is $12.50 per person. This tournament is more of a fun tournament then a competitive one. There will also be a silent auction with a wide variety of items. If you are interested in donating an item for the silent auction please email us at ryanabelcfclassic@hotmail.com or call James at 507-254-4069 and we would be happy to pick up your items. We are also looking for sponsors. The cost to sponsor is $100 and includes a 2x2 sign with your name on and mention on our website at www.ryanabelcfclassic.com. Please check our website to see who is sponsoring and items that have been donated for the silent auction and to give away.

The deadline to sign up for golfing, sponsorship, and dinner is May 23rd. Please email or contact one of our volunteers to reserve your carts, signs and food.

Help us get the word out and invite your friends!

05/31/2008
Informational Doula Open House
Join the members of the Southeastern Minnesota Childbirth Network for an open house at the Calvary Baptist Church in Rochester May 31st from 1pm to 3pm. Come meet area doulas, see demonstrations of doula techniques and tools, learn more about what a doula does, and hear how doulas can help families have better birth outcomes. Also, come talk to families who have had doulas attend their births. Admission is free. Contact Sonia at sonia@semnchildbirth.net or 250-2647 with any questions.

06/01/2008
Cancer Benefit
Cancer Benefit for Marvin Forcelle held at McMurphy's Sports Cafe from 3-7 p.m Sunday, June 1st. Silent auction 3-7p.m. live auction 5-7 p.m. Elvis Preseley entertainment from 4-5 p.m.

06/01/2008
National Cancer Survivors Day Celebration
Minnesota cancer survivors, their families and friends will unite to celebrate life during the upcoming 21st annual National Cancer Survivors Day Celebration Sunday, June 1, 2008. National Cancer Survivors Day is an annual worldwide celebration that is held in more than 700 communities throughout the United States and Canada.

The celebration will be held from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sunday, June 1, 2008, at the Mayo Civic Center Auditorium, located at 30 Civic Center Drive S.E. in Rochester, Minn. The free celebration will include lunch at 11:30 a.m., followed by a program to celebrate and honor cancer survivors at 12:30 p.m. Other activities include entertainment, children’s games, and door prizes for the entire family. This year’s theme is a “Mexican Fiesta.”

Reservations are required by May 25, 2008. To register, please call (507) 424-4602 or (888) 535-4227.

06/02/2008
8th Annual WACS Golf Outing
Winona Area Catholic Schools will sponsor its 8th Annual WACS Golf Outing at
noon,June 2,2008 at Bridges Golf Club in Winona. The fund raiser is to help support educational programs in its schools. Anyone interested in organizing a foursome
or sponsoring a golfer for the event can call the WACS Business
Office at(507)454-7449. Hole sponsorship signs are also available for all interested
individuals
and companies.The order form for hole
sponsorship can be found at www.wacs1.org or by calling the WACS Business Office.

06/02/2008
2nd Annual Rochester Area Habitat for Humanity (RAHH) Golf Outing
The 2nd Annual Rochester Area Habitat for Humanity (RAHH) Golf Outing will be held Monday June 2, 2008 at the Rochester Golf and Country Club. The cost for the event is $150 per person and $500 per foursome. The cost includes 18 holes of golf on the private course, a Free Collared Shirt, box lunch & goodie bag, Dinner, a Complimentary Drink Ticket, a Free Margique Rescue Driver, and admission to the Silent Auction. A Hole-in-One contest will be held, with prizes including $10,000 Cash, a Bose Wave Music System, a Hawaiian Vacation and a set of Hogan BH-5 Offset Irons. Information regarding the event may be found on the RAHH website at www.rahh.org To register for the event, contact our office: Phone: 507-252-0859 Fax: (507) 292-0635; Office: 1530 Greenview Drive SW, Suite 107, Rochester MN 55902.

06/02/2008
Roch. Area Habitat for Humanity Dinner & Silent Auction
Be a part of the Rochester Area Habitat for Humanity 2nd Annual Golf Outing at the Rochester Country Club. You don't have to be a golfer to join the fun! Join us for dinner and the Silent Auction on Monday, June 2nd. The reception and silent auction open at 5:00 p.m. The dinner buffet, which will include Chicken Chardonnay, Roast Pork Loin, Salads, Vegetables and an Assortment of Desserts, begins at 6:00 p.m. At 7:00 p.m. we will have an awards ceremony for the golf event and announce the winners of the silent auction. Please join us for good food and fun to help the Rochester Area Habitat for Humanity continue to build affordable housing for people in our community."

06/03/2008
Coping With Grief Support Group
Beginning Experience of Rochester is having Coping With Grief Support Group sessions for Divorced, Separated, and Widowed men and women of all ages. This program is designed to help individuals recover from their loss with support from others who have “been there.” Information regarding this class is as follows: Tuesday, June 3, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at Bethel Lutheran Church, 810 3rd Avenue SE, Rochester, MN. For more information contact Elena Henderson 507-288-9478 or Jane Meyer 507-287-6329. E-mail: berochestermn@yahoo.com

Website: www.beginningexperience.org

06/04/2008 - 12/03/2008
Senior Friendly Mornings
Beginning in June 2008, the Olmsted County Vital Aging Commission and Elder Network are co-sponsoring “Senior Friendly” mornings at the Government Center on the first Wednesday of every month from 10am – 12pm. This 6-month pilot program is intended for seniors who may need additional time or personal attention while accessing services at the Government Center in Rochester.

Government Center staff members in the Property, Records, and Licensing Departments will assist seniors who obtaining a variety of documents ranging from birth and death certificates, drivers license renewals, state ID cards, property tax information, etc. Members of the Vital Aging Commission will be on hand with coffee and cookies to make the experience welcoming and relaxing.

Roundtrip transportation for residents of Rochester, Stewartville, Byron, and Oronoco may be available for a $10.00 roundtrip fee. For reservations, call Elder Network at 285-5272 no later than the Friday prior to each monthly event.

For questions or additional information, contact Mary Gorfine, Olmsted County Vital Aging Commission at 328-6001, or email at Gorfine.mary@co.olmsted.mn.us .

06/07/2008
Volleyball Tournament in Memory of Chase Hutchison
Saturday, June 7, 2008
10:30am
Plainview Legion
co-ed teams; each team must have 3 guys/ 3 girls/; $100 per team; Double elimination; Pre-registration is required. Proceeds will go toward new park equipment for City of Elgin

06/07/2008
Twin Cities Asthma Walk
Join the American Lung Association’s “Blow the Whistle on Asthma” 5K Walk on Saturday, June 7 beginning at 8 a.m. on Boom Island in Minneapolis. Make a donation, form a team and walk to raise funds and awareness for the 20 million American’s affected by asthma.

Visit www.asthmawalk.org to register and for more information.

06/07/2008
Rochester Community Band Concert
The band will perform a free concert in Central Park, Rochester Saturday, June 7th at 4:00pm. Bring your lawn chair. Call 507-285-9915 for more information.

06/07/2008
RGC 3rd Annual Picnic Game Day
Come out and help us celebrate the upcoming gaming convention with games, fun, food, and door prizes!

Board Games, Card Games, Miniatures Games, and Role-playing Games will all be represented.

Location: West Silver Lake Picnic Shelter
7th St NE & W Silver Lake Dr NE
Rochester, MN 55906
The shelter is located next to the Fire Station (702 West Silver Lake Drive NE)
June 7th, 8am to 10pm

More Info: www.rochestergaming.com/gameday.htm

06/07/2008
North Central Iowa Genealogical Society
Will hold its regular meeting at 1:30 P.M., Saturday, June 7, at the Mason City Room at the west end of the Mason City Public Library.

The program entitled Genealogical Detours – Solving problems with Indirect Evidence will be presented by Jay Fonkert, a professional genealogist, writer, and lecturer. He currently lives in St. Paul, but his hometown is Mason City.

He specializes in Dutch genealogy and immigration, as well as Midwest research. He has published in the National Genealogical Society Quarterly and Minnesota Genealogist, and writes a beginning genealogy column in The Septs, the journal of the Irish Genealogical Society International. He is Vice-President of the Minnesota Genealogical Society. To support Jay’s genealogical habit, he works at the Minnesota Department of Health, as a senior workforce analyst.
Jay notes, “genealogical proofs are straight-forward when multiple reliable, primary sources provide direct evidence for relationships. More often, however, the family historian must orchestrate indirect evidence from a variety of sources to clearly identify an ancestor or link together generations.” Jay, using several case studies, will show us strategies for solving problems when direct evidence is thin or lacking.
Please join us for Jay’s presentation and extend to him a warm hometown welcome. Visitors are encouraged to attend.

Memberships in the North Central Iowa Genealogical Society may be obtained by contacting Bill Bjerke at (641) 423-7114 or by completing an application found in the society’s research library at the Mason City Public Library.

06/07/2008
3rd Annual 1/2 Way to January Cancer Bash
Cruise for Cancer(All bikes and cars welcome) Registration 12 noon-1pm $15.00 per person. Bake Sale 1pm-4pm. Silent Auction 1pm-6pm Music by Jesse Smith 6pm-8pm. Taco/Nacho Bar 1pm-8pm Honda ATV Raffle Drawing 8pm. All Events will be held at the Lyle Legion in Lyle, MN. All proceeds go to the Lyle Area Cancer Auction which is held in January. Investing in a
cure.

06/07/2008
1/2 Way to January Cancer Bash
The 3rd Annual ½ Way to January Cancer Bash will be held at the Lyle Legion in Lyle, MN on June 7th going from 1pm-8pm starting with the Cruise for Cancer 1pm-6pm (All Bikes & Cars welcome) Registration begins at 12 noon-1pm $15.00 per person, Bake Sale - 1pm-4pm, Music By – Jesse Smith 6pm-8pm, Silent Auction – 1pm-6pm, Live Auction, Taco/Nacho Bar 1pm-6pm. 2008 Honda ATV will be Raffled at 8pm. All proceeds go to the Lyle Area Cancer Auction which is held in January.

06/08/2008 - 06/12/2008
Family of Christ Lutheran Church's Vacation Bible School
Family of Christ Lutheran Church's Vacation Bible School - God's Big Backyard.

Date: Jun 8, 2008 - Jun 12, 2008
Time: 6:00 -8:00 p.m.
Location: 5823 Shetland Dr NW
Rochester, MN
Telephone: 507-289-3267 X-116
Website: http://www.foc-lcms.org/

You are invited to share the love of Christ at Family of Christ Lutheran Church's Vacation Bible School - God's Big Backyard. Kids will make crafts, eat snacks, and share God's love in a beautiful NW backyard setting. Ages preschool thru 5th Grade.

06/09/2008
Women on Wheels - Rochester Meeting
Date: Monday, June 09, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm CDT
Where: Brothers Bar & Grill
812 S. Broadway
Rochester, MN

Women On Wheels® is a national organization that was founded for the express purpose of uniting women motorcyclists for recreation, education, mutual support and recognition, and to promote a positive image of motorcycling. We welcome all women motorcycle enthusiasts whether 18 or 80. We ride all brands, all sizes, and all styles of motorcycles. We welcome riders, passengers, and future riders to join us.

More www.mnwomenonwheels.org

06/10/2008
Singing Opportunity for Women
Join the Zumbro Valley Chorus of Sweet Adelines in singing 4-part harmony in barbershop harmony at the county fairs. Come to practices starting June 10th, 7:00pm at Trinity Lutheran Church, 222 Sixth Ave. SW, Rochester. Call 507-285-9915 for more information.

06/10/2008
Open House - Mayo Daybreakers
Do you want to increase your speaking skills and/or Leadership Skills? Joing the Mayo Daybreakers for an open house on June 10, 2008, 7;00am in the Bolz Seminar room located on the 2nd floor of the Gonda Building. If you need additional information, please e-mail Rosemary Evers at evers.rose@mayo.edu

06/11/2008
Mayo Clinic Blood Donor Center Night-Honkers Game
Get ready for an evening of baseball and prizes! To show our appreciation for our incredible donors, volunteers and staff we cordially invite you to attend Mayo Clinic Blood Donor Center Night at the Rochester Honkers baseball game on Wednesday, June 11. This evening of baseball will include activities and announcements honoring our donors and volunteers, and a visit from a Mayo One emergency helicopter.

This year there will also be prize drawings for people who sign up to donate blood and/or platelets. Platelets are one of the components in blood that help blood clot. People who have leukemia, people receiving chemotherapy and babies who have severe infections need platelets.

Complimentary tickets will be available for blood donors, Mayo employees and their families beginning on May 21. To obtain your tickets, drop by the Blood Donor Center's permanent locations at the Hilton building or Saint Marys Hospital. For more information about this special evening or to schedule an appointment to donate, please call 284-4475.

06/12/2008
Salad Luncheon, Bake Goods & Side Salad Sale
First Congregational United Church of Christ of Mason City will hold their salad luncheon, baked goods & side salad sale on Thursday, June 12th from 11am to 12:30pm. Doors open at 10:30am.

Raffle tickets: $1.00 each
raffle for 1 $50.00 bill & 1 Garnet Necklace

Free willl offering for Church Fellowship Mission Projects

06/13/2008 - 06/15/2008
MEALS-ON-WHEELS BAKE SALE
The Meals-on-wheels for the Plainview - Elgin area will be having a bake sale and luncheon on Friday, June 13 through Sunday, June 15 during the Elgin Cheese Days. We will be open Friday evening and all day Saturday and Sunday until 9p.m.

06/13/2008
Concert for St. Judes Research Hopital
Concert Featuring Heidi Newfield (Formely of Trick Pony) Performing at the Outback Ranch, Houston, MN. All proceeds to go to St. Judes Childrens Research Hospital. Limited tickets available. Go to Outbackranch.net for more information

06/14/2008
Benefit Dance for St. Judes Childrens Research Hospital
Outback ranch presents A Benefit dance For St. Jude Childrens Hospital Entertainment scheduled: 1-3pm with the Cheap Charlie Band; 4-8pm with the Back Home Boys; 9pm-1am Geoff Landon & the Wolfpack. Tickets are $10.00 for Adults and $5.00 for kids 12 and under. For more information go to www.outbackranch.net or call 507-896-5550

06/14/2008
Trail Ride/ Walk A Thon for St. Judes Childrens Hospital
Your choice of Horseback Trail Ride or a 1 or 5 mile Walk A Thon at Outback Ranch in Houston, MN All pleges to go to St. Judes Childrens Hospital. A great location in the heart of Bluff Country to show your support for the Children of St. Judes Research Hospital.
For more information and to register, contact Outback ranch at 507-896-5550 or visit our web site at www.outbackranch.net

06/14/2008
Young Heroes Run, Jog, or Walk-a-thon
This event is being held by Just Like Home SACC as part of the SE MN American Red Cross Heroes Campaign. Ages 3-18 welcome to participate (ages 3-15 must be accompanied by an adult). Participants will make their way from the West Jaycee Park in Kasson to Mantorville's Riverside Park (approx. 2 1/2 miles). Minimum of $10.00 in pledges required at time of registration. Celebration lunch to follow event. Goody bags, door prizes, and fun for all! All checks may be made out to the American Red Cross. Please call Marlo at 507-634-6365 with questions.

06/15/2008
Honors Choirs Announces Auditions
The Honors Choirs of Southeast Minnesota
Announces Auditions for the 2008-2009 Season!

If you love to sing and want to be part of a choir with a reputation for excellence, consider auditioning for the Honors Choirs! The Honors Choirs is a regional non-profit organization of four auditioned youth choirs for grades 3-12. This past season, our 16th, over 240 singers came from 27 southeast Minnesota communities to participate. You can be one of these motivated singers, being challenged as you prepare and perform great choral music and having fun doing it!

The choirs rehearse on Sunday afternoons/evenings throughout the school year in Rochester. Each is led by its own committed and experienced conductor and performs in at least three regular season concerts. In addition, the choirs do outreach performances in the region. Singers pay tuition, and scholarships are available for those with need.

The choirs are

Children’s Chorus • for boys and girls in grades 3 through 5

Treble Choir • for boys and girls in grades 5 and 6

Chorale • for boys and girls in grades 7 through 9

Concert Choir • for young men and women in grades 10 through 12

Auditions will be held from mid-May to early June, and interested singers are encouraged to call or e-mail for more information about the choirs and to schedule an audition appointment (507-252-0505: hc@HonorsChoirs.org). To learn more about the choirs, visit us on the web at www.HonorsChoirs.org.

06/20/2008
Pink Ribbon Golf Challenge
A golf tournament to be held at Piper Hills Golf Course in Plainview Friday, June 20th at 8:00am to benefit the early detection of breast cancer. Proceeds go to digital mammography at Saint Elizabeth's Medical Center. For more information, and to register, call Marcia Jorgenson at 507-252-7288.

06/21/2008
Douglas United Methodist Church Senior Meal
Douglas United Methodist Church will be having a Senior Meal, free to all Senior Citizens, June 21st 11:30 - 1 pm. Following the meal there will be time for bingo and other games.

06/21/2008
Rochester Public Library Foundation's Amuzing Race
Amuzing Race, June 21st at 8 AM - drive around the community in teams of four following clues and completing tasks in the Rochester Public Library Foundation's Amuzing Race based on the TV show the "Amazing Race." This family-oriented fund-raiser for the library includes an orientation kick-off, a four-hour scavenger hunt-like race and an award picnic complete with T-shirts, grand prizes and door prizes. For registration forms and official rules call 507-287-2626 or visit the website:
www.Amuzingrace.org.

Deadline to Register for Amuzing Race
Friday, May 23 5:00 pm

06/22/2008
Ronald McDonald House "MacAttack"
Ronald McDonald House invites you to celebrate fitness, families & fellowship at the MacATTACK, Sunday, June 22nd 5:00pm rain or shine at Silver Lake in Rochester.

Live entertainment with Y-105's Music on Wheel and post race refreshments.

Proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Rochester.

Improve Fitness - compete in a 5K certified course run (an official RTC Youth Grand Prix Event) with prizes to the top 3 male/female race finishers in each age group.

Enjoy Families - Participate in the non-competitive 3K Family Fun Walk led by this year's honorary walk leader and Ronald McDonald House volunteer, Gretchen Cutshall.

Provide Fellowhip - Your involvement supports the Ronald McDonald House of Rochester and its families.

Prizes awarded to the top 3 pledge raisers - Grand prize is a Cross Road Bike

Registration online at: www.active.com or www.rochestertrackclub.com

Day of registration (6/22/08): 3:00-4:45pm Silver Lake Pool.
Register early - the first 300 registrants receive a RMH 5K Run/3K Walk Cinch Sack.

06/24/2008
Women in Leadership Conference
Women in Leadership Conference, Tuesday, June 24th at 7 PM. This event is sponsored by the Augsburg College MBA Program and is part of the "Connecting with the Community" education series. This conference will be held in Bethel Hall at Bethel Lutheran Church, 810 3rd Avenue SE, Rochester and is free and open to the public. No registration is needed. Featured speakers are Mayo Clinic Chief Administrative Officer, Shirley Weis, and community leader, appointed public official and former corporate executive, Jane Belau, who will also field questions at the conclusion of their talks.

06/24/2008
Updated Fashion Tips for Moms
Feeling like your style needs updating? Tired of old t-shirts with baby spit up on them? Join Mothers & More for some updated Fashion Tips for Moms and you'll be feeling like your beautiful self in no time. The meeting will be held at the clubhouse at 1823 Quarry Ridge Place NW, Tuesday, June 24th at 7pm. Email moms@rochmoms.org for more information Note: please check our website (www.rochmoms.org) as this date approaches, as we may meet at Apache Mall.

07/14/2008
Oasis Church VBS Camp Conquest
Camp Victory Day Camp at Oasis Church of Rochester. A full day of Camp Victory Activities: archery, moblie low ropes, sports, dunk tank and more. Lessons include: Who Is Jesus, Sin, Forgiveness, Salvation, and Christian Living.
July 14-18, 9am to 4pm

07/17/2008
Great Summer Grill Out
You're invited to attend our "Great Summer Grill Out" supper on Thursday, July 17th from 5:00-6:00pm. Menu includes hamburgers & hot dogs, baked beans, cole slaw, potato chips, apple pie & lemon ice tea. This is a FREE supper but seating is limited so RSVP by 7/15 to 437-3246. Door prizes & entertainment starting at 4:45. The Cedars of Austin, 700 1st Dr. NW, Austin.

07/17/2008 - 07/20/2008
Red Ribbon Ride Bike Ride
Join us on a 4-day, 300-mile charity bike ride benefiting 7 AIDS Service organizations in Minnesota. The Ride starts at the Mall of America, travels through Red Wing, Lake City, Rochester, Northfield, and ending at the state capitol in St. Paul. The Ride is supported by an all-volunteer Crew. For more information, go to redribbonride.org.

07/20/2008
Fillmore County Fly-in-Drive Breakfast
Omelet breakfast served by Fillmore county pork producers.July 20th 7:30-12:30 at Fillmore county airport, Preston ,MN

08/06/2008
Drive Thru Donuts
Drive Thru Donuts
Wednesday, August 6th from 6:30-9:00 am
Just drive through our Mill Pond parking lot & we'll give you FREE DONUTS for breakfast. Simple as that! The Cedars of Austin, 700 1st Dr. NW, Austin

10/11/2008
Douglas United Methodist Church Fall Bazaar and Lunch
Douglas United Methodist Church will be having a Fall Bazaar and lunch, October 11th, 9:30 - 1:00.
$5.00 for lunch.
Come and see what you might find. There are many fresh baked goods and other treasures you may find.

12/31/2008
SE Minnesota NAMI Warmline
The Warmline is a non-crisis peer-supported telephone line for people with mental illness. The Warmline is open from 4-8pm Thursday-Saturday. The phone number is 287-7161 or toll free 1-888-334-7754.