Storytimes near Rochester Public Library

Downtown Branch, Auditorium

Rochester Public Library Auditorium Bring the whole family for 30 minutes of non-stop dancing fun! Special themes will be offered on the following dates: June 11: Construction Zone Dance Party July 9: Beach Day Dance Party August 13: Firefly Glow Dance Party 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

Downtown Branch, Community Info Area

A GPS Social Worker is available at the library to connect you to local resources for housing, food, employment, health, safety and other community services. Stop by at the Community Corner on the 2nd Floor of the library.

Downtown Branch, Auditorium

Rochester Public Library Auditorium Bring the whole family for 30 minutes of non-stop dancing fun! June 11: Firefly Glow Family Dance Party July 9: Outer Space Family Dance Party August 13: K-Pop Demon Hunters Family Dance Party 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

In The Community, Oxbow Park Nature Center 5731 County Road 105 NW Byron, MN 55920 United States

Join us for an outdoor storytime near Oxbow Park Nature Center (5731 County Road 105 NW, Byron 55920) and stay for a walk through the zoo. Admission is free. Grass seating - bring your own blanket. In the event of inclement weather this event will move inside the Nature Center to the Forest/Prairie Rooms.

Downtown Branch, Auditorium

Rochester Public Library Auditorium Start your weekend with a fun-filled family event featuring Lego® building challenges and creative craft projects! 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

In The Community, Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo 5731 County Road 105 NW Byron, MN 55920 United States

Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo Starting at 10:30AM, Zollman Zoo will do a special presentation about owls! Come learn all about owls including WHOO they are, where they live, and about their nocturnal lifestyle! Stop by early or stay late for these opportunities also: The Bookmobile will be parked at Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo from 9:30AM-12:30PM. Bring your library card, browse the truck, and check-out library materials! Rochester Reading Champions will be providing early literacy activities, sidewalk chalk, and bubbles for kids to play! Speak with their representative about the important work that they do, and find out how you can become involved. 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.

Downtown Branch, 1st floor Staff Meeting Room

Join us bi-monthly to discuss classic works of literature. This month we'll be reading True Grit by Charles Portis To register please contact, Lynette Perry the groups host. lperry@rplmn.org or 507-328-2324 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

Downtown Branch, 2nd Floor Public Meeting Room

Join us each month for a book club focusing on biographies and memoirs. This book group is open to everyone and will meet in the library's 2nd-floor meeting room. To pick up a copy of the book, please stop by the Reference Desk on the second floor of the library. July is Disability Pride month, and the group will be reading Thunder Dog by Michael Hingson. 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.

Downtown Branch, Auditorium

Form your own copper shape and learn to apply glass frit enamel to create a beautiful colorful surface. Participants can stamp, shape, and alter their copper pieces prior to adding enamel, firing, and finishing. Participants can plan to take home their beautiful glass on copper enamel keychain, necklace, pin, magnet, ornament, or small artwork that day. 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. Registration is required.

In The Community, Mayo Park 40 Civic Center Dr SE Rochester, MN 55904 United States

Mayo Park (Behind the Rochester Art Center / Mayo Civic Center) Join us for a sidewalk astronomy event focused on safe solar observing! Through specially filtered telescopes, you'll get an up-close look at the Sun's surface. Amateur astronomers from the Rochester Astronomy Club will be on hand to explain what you're seeing and answer questions about our nearest star. This event (dependent on at least partly cloudy skies) is a great chance to experience the Sun in a whole new way! There is no formal presentation; stop by anytime between 12-2PM to have a chance to see the sun's surface. Bring a packed lunch and make a picnic of it! 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.

Downtown Branch, Auditorium

Rochester Public Library TeenScape Teens in grades 7 to 12 are invited to drop in for afternoon crafting. Bring your own project or we'll provide a new project for you! 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

Downtown Branch, Community Info Area

We invite you to get creative at the library! Stop by the Library 2nd Floor area every Tuesday between 4-7PM to work on a project you bring from home and meet new friends. 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.

In The Community, Rochester Public Library - Minnesota Jefferson Elementary Rochester, MN 55904 United States

Join RPL at Safe City Nights. This summer, RPD will host four Safe City Nights events, each featuring free food, activities and opportunities for community members to connect with police officers as well as public safety and City partners. Dates & Locations July 14, 6-8 p.m. Jefferson Elementary (1201 10th Ave NE) July 28, 6-8 p.m. Bishop Elementary (406 36th Ave NW) August 11, 6-8 p.m. Franklin Elementary (1801 9 th Ave SE) Launched in 2019, Safe City Nights is designed to build positive relationships between law enforcement and the community. “Relationship-building initiatives like Safe City Nights are a key part of community policing, which emphasizes collaboration, trust and shared responsibility for public safety,” said Police Chief Jim Franklin. “These events give us a meaningful opportunity to connect in a positive and approachable setting.” Activities & Attractions (will vary by event) K9 team demonstration Live DJ Scavenger hunt Giveaways Safe City Nights is a community-wide endeavor, and everyone is invited to attend. Kala soo qeyb gal dariskaaga iyo kooxda waaxda booliska ee Rochester habeen cunno iyo wax-qabad lacag la’aan ah. Júntese con sus vecinos y el equipo del Departamento de Policía de Rochester para una noche de comida y actividades gratuitas.

Downtown Branch, Auditorium

Rochester Public Library Auditorium Enjoy a family storytime for children of all ages this summer. Special events will be offered on the following dates: June 3: Science Discovery: Construction June 17: Construction Zone Storytime July 1: Science Discovery: Dinosaurs July 15: Nocturnal Animals Storytime July 22: Meet Elephant & Piggie August 5: Science Discovery: Colors August 19: Beach Day Storytime 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.

Downtown Branch, Auditorium

Rochester Public Library Auditorium Meet author Keenan Jones at this storytime featuring his picture book, Saturday Morning at the ‘Shop (Beach Lane Books/Simon & Schuster, 2025) about a young boy who discovers the vital role a neighborhood barbershop plays in community and culture. 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

Downtown Branch, Auditorium

Rochester Public Library Auditorium The League of Women voters, in conjunction with the Rochester Post Bulletin, the Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Rochester Public Library, conduct and present primary candidate forums for local, non-partisan contested positions. The Forums will be livestreamed and can easily be accessed through www.LWVRochester.org. They are also available for later viewing the same way. Doors open at 6PM, the forum starts at 6:30PM. The forum for Rochester Ward 5 City Council Candidates includes the following candidates: Ruchi Gupta Shaun C. Palmer Acacia Ward 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.

Downtown Branch, 2nd Floor Public Meeting Room

2nd Floor Meeting Room Join us for casual conversation in Spanish! All levels are welcome; native speakers also encouraged. ¡Vengan Uds. a una conversación informal en español! Todos niveles son bienvenidos; también se valoran los hablantes nativos. This program is a partnership with the Rochester MN Spanish Conversation Group .

Downtown Branch, Auditorium

Rochester Public Library Auditorium Bring the whole family for 30 minutes of non-stop dancing fun! Special themes will be offered on the following dates: June 11: Construction Zone Dance Party July 9: Beach Day Dance Party August 13: Firefly Glow Dance Party 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

Downtown Branch, Community Info Area

A GPS Social Worker is available at the library to connect you to local resources for housing, food, employment, health, safety and other community services. Stop by at the Community Corner on the 2nd Floor of the library.

Downtown Branch, Auditorium

Rochester Public Library Auditorium Let creativity take the lead at this hands‑on craft session designed just for rising 4th to 6th graders. Try new materials, learn a skill, and make something unique. June 4: Rock Painting June 18: Perler Bead Creations July 2: Shrinky Dink Magic July 16: Matchbox Book Building August 6: Make a Lantern August 20: Build Unique Patches 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

Downtown Branch, 2nd Floor Public Meeting Room

Enjoy a casual hour with new friends as you practice your English skills. Adults are welcome to come join us in conversation. 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.

In The Community, Century High School Auditorium 2525 Viola Road NE Rochester, MN 55906 United States

Century High School Auditorium The League of Women voters, in conjunction with the Rochester Post Bulletin, the Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Rochester Public Library, conduct and present primary candidate forums for local, non-partisan contested positions. The Forums will be livestreamed and can easily be accessed through www.LWVRochester.org . They are also available for later viewing the same way. Doors open at 6PM, the forum will start at 6:30PM. The forum for Rochester Mayor includes the following candidates: Axe Abdimadid Ahmed Molly Dennis Walė Elegbede Jess Garcia Ayub HajiOmar Jerrod Lucker Joe Powers Benjamin Zastrow 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.

In The Community, White Oaks Park 4597 55th St NW Rochester, MN 55901 United States

White Oaks Park, 4597 55th St NW, 55901 Join us for an outdoor storytime at White Oaks Park near the playground (4597 55th St NW, 55901). Outdoor seating - bring your own blanket. This storytime will be canceled in inclement weather.

Downtown Branch, Auditorium

Rochester Public Library Auditorium Start your weekend with a fun-filled family event featuring Lego® building challenges and creative craft projects! 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

Downtown Branch, Auditorium

Rochester Public Library Auditorium Wear your pajamas, bring your stuffed friend and listen to a story. Then, tuck your pal into bed and wish them sweet dreams. Who knows what adventures they will have overnight in the library! Come back Saturday morning to pick up your friend. All stuffed participants will take home a photo memory book of their sleepover. (One stuffed pal per child, please) 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.

In The Community, Quarry Hill Nature Center 701 Silver Creek Road NE Rochester, MN 55906 United States

Quarry Hill Nature Center, 701 Silver Creek Road NE, 55906 Join Rochester Public Library at Quarry Hill Nature Center’s outdoor pavilion for a special storytime at 9:30AM! In the event of inclement weather this program will move to an indoor classroom. 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.

Downtown Branch, 2nd Floor Public Meeting Room

2nd Floor Meeting Room Join us each month for a book club focusing on fantasy and sci-fi stories. This book group is open to everybody, and will meet in the library's 2nd floor meeting room. To pickup a copy of the book, please stop by the Fiction, Movies, and Music Desk on the first floor of the library. This month the group will be reading The Last Murder at the End of the World , by Stuart Turton. 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

Downtown Branch, Auditorium

Rochester Public Library Auditorium Join us monthly for fun afternoons of card playing, dice throwing, and so much more! We’ll have a variety of games on hand, and you can even bring your own games to share. We usually also have an open Dungeon Crawl Classics table. New to DCC? You can find a quick start guide here: https://goodman-games.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/DCC_QSR_Free.pdf We also have the full rulebook in the library collection; you can find it here . Character sheets are provided, but if you'd like to make your own, you can do so using these links: 0-Level Party Generator: https://purplesorcerer.com/create_party.php Upper-Level Character Generator: https://purplesorcerer.com/create_upper.php 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. We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. This event was made possible with funding from the Friends of the Rochester Public Library

Downtown Branch, Auditorium

Rochester Public Library Auditorium The League of Women voters, in conjunction with the Rochester Post Bulletin, the Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Rochester Public Library, conduct and present primary candidate forums for local, non-partisan contested positions. The Forums will be livestreamed and can easily be accessed through www.LWVRochester.org . They are also available for later viewing the same way. Doors open at 6PM, the forum starts at 6:30PM. The forum for Olmsted County Commissioner District 2 includes the following candidates: Karuna Ojanen Gabe Perkins David H. Senjem 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.

Downtown Branch, Auditorium

Library Auditorium When you or someone you love is struggling with addictive behaviors, it is important to know that help is available — and there is no single “right” way to recover. Every person’s journey is different, and recovery should be based on what feels meaningful, supportive, and effective for the individual. What works for one person may not work for another. There are many recovery and support options available, including SMART Recovery, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), Narcotics Anonymous (NA), Recovery Dharma, Refuge Recovery, counseling and therapy, outpatient or inpatient treatment programs, medication-assisted treatment, and harm reduction services. Some programs are faith-based, some are secular, and others focus on science-based tools and peer support. The goal is to find an approach that matches your needs, values, and comfort level. Help can be found through local recovery meetings, healthcare providers, therapists, community organizations, and online support groups. Recovery is personal, and finding the right pathway can be an empowering first step toward positive change and hope. 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.