- Hosts a variety of community events and activities - Mall Stars Walking Program: Provides a free walking program inside the Mall of America 364 days a year and offers monthly meetings with educational speakers and incentives for reaching monthly/annual goals

Neighborhood Association is the officially designated, recognized organization for a specific geographic location. Council on Neighborhoods: To strengthen connections between Rochester neighborhood leaders and give neighborhoods a collective voice Neighborhood project grants: Grants that reimburse up to $1,000 in costs for neighborhoods to complete projects that enhance a neighborhood's livability and involvement, benefit the entire neighborhood and promote a strong sense of community Information and referral for community resources, speakers bureaus, and programs that strengthen neighborhoods A Little Bit Better: Community service opportunity each April for neighborhood trash pick-up RColorful Corners: Mural projects to transform public spaces RNeighborWoods: Empowers and educates the community to grow a sustainable urban forest, benefiting the health, social, and economic aspects of Rochester neighborhoods

Coordinates agricultural events at fairground and other projects or events at fairgrounds. Ron at home (218)326-1997

Educational day camps, classes, tours and overnight programs. Programs include: - Imagination Stations: From September - April, the Sky classroom is open for children ages 2-5 years old and their parents to play together in self-directed play, crafts, sensory activities, and more - Little Learners Classes: Designed for children ages 2-5 years to explore zoo topics with a parent/guardian - Moonlight Yoga: A unique yoga experience and occurs once a month from June through October to practice yoga in nature - Nature Preschool: Six week summer program for little adventurers to explore nature and get to know farm animals - Special Events: Nature Wellness, Wild Nights, Family Story Walk, Llama Trek, and Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular events held seasonally - Treetop Trail: A 1.25 mile walking path above ground with access to nature for all ages - In-Person Summer Camp: Designed for students to connect them with the natural world in a meaningful way - Virtual and In-Person Yoga: Spring and summer sessions of yoga with the comfort of being at home or in-person.

Works to improve elders' quality of life by providing opportunities to come together to socialize, have fun, and learn. Elder Circle and Adult Day Care offer group gatherings featuring table games, congregate meals, seasonal celebrations, field trips, and workshops on various topics.

Offers different programming that happens throughout the year such as parades, fairs, concerts, movie screenings, and other special events.

Minnesota State Fair Information: - Accessible services: (651)288-4448 or [email protected] - Advertising and promotions: (651)288-4321 - Amateur Talent Contest: (651)288-4395 - Competitive events: (651)288-4417 - Concessions/exhibits: (651)288-4456 - Employment : (651)288-4475 or [email protected] - General Information : (651)288-4400 - Groups: (651)288-4306 or [email protected] - Media relations hotline: (651)288-4321 - Non-fair events: 651)288-4306 or [email protected] - Publications, web, and smart phone apps: (651)288-4477 - Senior programs: (651)288-4400 - Tickets: (651)288-4427

Community center that is home to the active aging adult programs, youth and family programs, and partner organizations, offering: - Meeting space for rent - On-site community agency partners - Little Free Library located outside of the West entrance provides free books for all ages - Hosts events and activities honoring veterans and active duty military personnel

The program builds bridges, allowing those living with a disability access to activities and events they would not normally have. Program developers create a calendar of activities that provide social, physical, and mental benefits for all ages, levels of disability, and their families/caregivers. The Inclusive Community Program also advocates for - Inclusive community areas - Accessibility rights - Education assistance for students living with a disability This program also manages the fundraising events for UCP of Central MN. These events bring those with disabilities together with family and community members to raise funds for UCP programs. Inclusive Community Program activities can include: - Annual Halloween party - Art camps - Educational programs - Super Strikers bowling league

Annual community building events and programs including the Alley Garden Awards in the summer and MacGrove Fest in the fall. Various smaller events are put on throughout the year.

- Puppet and mask theater performances both in the Avalon theater and as touring productions - Puppetry classes for adults, educators and youth - Group Field Trips to HOBT that include a tour, puppetry demo, and a hands-on puppet making or performance workshop - Workshops and residencies in puppet and mask techniques in schools, churches and communities - Builds a sense of community while helping groups create parades, festivals, pageants and celebrations of their own - Space rental of the 275 seat capacity Avalon theater for performances, weddings, meetings and parties

The Urban Offices offer: - Band hunting and fishing licenses - Computer use - CPR/AED and First Aid classes - Educational/Ojibwe language cultural arts and crafts classes - Elder outings and meetings - Monthly community meetings on issues, programs, and services for urban area and on the reservation - Referrals to Band services including Indian Child Welfare Act Social Workers, legal services, traditional healing, and other services - Smoke alarms - Special and family events including a holiday party and community picnic - Star award for youth in grades Kindergarten - 12 - Transportation to major Mille Lacs Band events - Tribal updates - Twin cities voting site for Mille Lacs Band Tribal elections - Urban Honoring Our Pre-Schoolers - UHOPS: Celebrates the success of students in Head Start or early education for Kindergarten preparation - Urban update supplement to the Band Ojibwe Innaiimowin newspaper - Volunteer appreciation

A variety of youth and children's activities, including: - Day camps - Seasonal festivals - Skate parks/skateboarding - Story time at the parks

Mayor and City Council Members: - Member information City Departments: - Administration: Responsible for various services to other departments of the city as well as the public such as elections, voting information, licensing/permits, and finance - Building Inspection Department: Oversees construction projects meet requirements of the state building code. Responsible for issuing building permits, collection applicable fees, and performing the required inspections. - Fire Department: Provides fire suppression, fire prevention, and rescue services to city residents of Mora, Quamba, all or a part of the following townships of Arthur, Brunswick, Comfort, Grass Lake, Hillman, Knife Lake, Peace, Pomroy, and Whited - Parks and Recreation Department: Oversees the city parks and hosts community events - Street Department: Responsible for street maintenance, street cleanings, snowplowing, and parking information during the winter months - Mora Municipal Utilities: Governed by the Mora Public Utilities Commission operating the water, wastewater, and electric utilities within the city and other parts of townships

- Yearly fair and other events at fairgrounds - Campgrounds available in summer and winter months - Horse boarding - Facility rental for parties, weddings, etc.

Items made by local Senior Citizens who are members of the Bemidji Senior Center

Active Family and Community Engagement Engages family at school-based community events, which build bridges between school and home. Collaborative Leadership and Practices Include professional learning communities, site-based teams charged with improving school policy and classroom teaching and learning, labor-management collaborations, and teacher development strategies such as peer assistance and review. Expanded and Enriched Learning Time and Opportunities Collaborates with community partners to provide learning activities during out-of-school time and summer, using school facilities and other community spaces. Programs vary depending on community priorities and include arts, physical activity, small group and individualized academic support, and hands-on learning activities. Integrated Student Supports Coordinates on-site services to support students in overcoming a range of barriers to educational and life success. Services are unique to each school based on the specific needs of the students and community, and may include access to medical, dental, and mental health care services, tutoring, and other academic supports. Schools are also developing restorative practices to reduce punitive disciplinary actions such as suspensions.

Black urban farms designed to be both a gathering space and increase food access. Offers free produce pick up, gardening and food preparation classes, community events, skills-building workshops, and environmentally conscious workshops for community members of all ages. Program includes weekly Conversations and Coffee (C&C), a cross generational gathering event focussed on relationship building and storytelling. Conversations and Coffee (C&C) brings in Black and BIPOC elders from the community to share stories with youth and adults about the history of people of color in Duluth. Locations include: Freedom Farms Central Hillside and Lincoln Park Freedom Farms.

- Events and festivals - Retreats and retreat facilities - Summer camp - Weekend camps

The program builds bridges, allowing those living with a disability access to activities and events they would not normally have. Program developers create a calendar of activities that provide social, physical, and mental benefits for all ages, levels of disability, and their families/caregivers. The Inclusive Community Program also advocates for - Inclusive community areas - Accessibility rights - Education assistance for students living with a disability This program also manages the fundraising events for UCP of Central MN. These events bring those with disabilities together with family and community members to raise funds for UCP programs. Inclusive Community Program activities can include: - Annual Halloween party - Art camps - Educational programs - Super Strikers bowling league

Classes, seminars, discussion groups, as well as various programs and special events

- Annual Danish Day celebration - Danish cultural events and functions ??- Genealogy studies - Language classes, folk dance lessons - Pancake breakfasts and special brunches ???- Sommerfest celebration

The program builds bridges, allowing those living with a disability access to activities and events they would not normally have. Program developers create a calendar of activities that provide social, physical, and mental benefits for all ages, levels of disability, and their families/caregivers. The Inclusive Community Program also advocates for - Inclusive community areas - Accessibility rights - Education assistance for students living with a disability This program also manages the fundraising events for UCP of Central MN. These events bring those with disabilities together with family and community members to raise funds for UCP programs. Inclusive Community Program activities can include: - Annual Halloween party - Art camps - Educational programs - Super Strikers bowling league