Community Education - Rochester, Minnesota

Learn to cook a fun, tasty meal with Gordy, the Rochester Deli Manager from People’s Food Co-op! This hands-on class is designed to be approachable, relaxed, and a great way to build your confidence in the kitchen — no experience needed. Come cook, hang out, and enjoy a supportive space to try something new. All supplies and ingredients are provided. Just bring yourself and your appetite! Note: Ingredient subsitutions may not be possible to accommodate dietary restrictions. All youth and adults must agree to the SLICE! Learning Kitchen safety policies before entering. LGBTQ+ Youth Summer Calendar This event is part of a summer event series open to all youth entering grades 6-12. These events are hosted by Rochester Community Education and partnering organizations to promote the health and wellbeing of LGBTQ+ youth. Registration for Cooking with the Co-op is required. View All Events

Come and get creative together in a safe and affirming space led by queer illustrator and comic book artist Micah Amundsen. You are invited to work on any art projects that you are passionate about. Bring your own art supplies or use those provided. Outdoor Location We are moving outdoors for the summer and will utilize the new outdoor classroom that lies between Goose Egg Park and the Northrop Community Education Center. Please note that the Northrop parking lot will be under construction and will not be available. This event will take place rain or shine, except in case of severe weather. The outdoor classroom is covered and offers some protection from the elements. If needed, we have the option to move indoors. LGBTQ+ Youth Summer Calendar This event is part of a summer event series open to all youth entering grades 6-12. These events are hosted by Rochester Community Education and partnering organizations to promote the health and wellbeing of LGBTQ+ youth. Registration is optional but encouraged. This is the best way to receive information about future events. View All Events

We’re celebrating two years of community gaming! What began as a one-time event has grown into more than 20 monthly sessions led by youth. We play all kinds of games and encourage participants to bring ones they love. Favorite games from past nights include Unstable Unicorns, Uno, Superfight, Machi Koro, and Coup. What makes this meetup special is its intentional focus on creating a welcoming space for LGBTQ+ youth and adult volunteers to connect and have fun together. Please Note: The location of this activity has changed from its usual location. Board Game Nights will be hosted at the Rochester Public Library this summer. LGBTQ+ Youth Summer Calendar This event is part of a summer event series open to all youth entering grades 6-12. These events are hosted by Rochester Community Education and partnering organizations to promote the health and wellbeing of LGBTQ+ youth. Registration is optional but encouraged. This is the best way to receive information about future events. View All Events

This art workshop is presented by two guest artists. Many thanks to tierney parker of mixie madness and Jennifer Eckhardt for sharting their talents. MANDALA MAKING Step-by-step guided session Beginner Friendly | All Materials Provided Learn patterns, symmetry & flow Co-taught by two artists GRAFFITI STYLE PAINTING Bold color & expressive techniques Use stencils, layers, and your own style No experience needed! Slow down, get creative, and leave with your own unique art piece. Come as you are — all are welcome! Location 524 4th St SE, Rochester, MN 55904 The art studio is located in a garage. Look for the open garage door. A parking lot is available across the street. August 5th 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Free to attend LGBTQ+ Youth Summer Calendar This event is part of a summer event series open to all youth entering grades 6-12. These events are hosted by Rochester Community Education and partnering organizations to promote the health and wellbeing of LGBTQ+ youth. Registration is optional but encouraged. This is the best way to receive information about future events. View All Events

Whether you are an experienced rock climber or have never climbed before, we invite you to join our LGBTQ+ group climb at Roca Climbing & Fitness. Climbing shoes and harnesses will be provided. This event requires parent/guardian permission and a $5 registration fee. Roca Rules Please register by July 20th (at least a week before the event.) All climbers, parents, and spectators must have a signed Visitor Agreement on file with Roca, even if they are not climbing. Please fill out the form online. www.climbroca.com/visitor-agreement LGBTQ+ Youth Summer Calendar This event is part of a summer event series open to all youth entering grades 6-12. These events are hosted by Rochester Community Education and partnering organizations to promote the health and wellbeing of LGBTQ+ youth. Registration is required for Rock Climbing at Roca. View All Events

Come learn the basics of reading tarot cards. People have used tools including tea leaves, pendulums, and, yes, tarot cards to ask questions and seek answers for centuries. This workshop covers the core features of tarot decks and an introduction into how to pull and read cards in a "spread." Decks will be provided to share, but feel free to bring your own if you'd like! Outdoor Location We are moving outdoors for the summer and will utilize the new outdoor classroom that lies between Goose Egg Park and the Northrop Community Education Center. Please note that the Northrop parking lot will be under construction and will not be available. This event will take place rain or shine, except in case of severe weather. The outdoor classroom is covered and offers some protection from the elements. If needed, we have the option to move indoors. LGBTQ+ Youth Summer Calendar This event is part of a summer event series open to all youth entering grades 6-12. These events are hosted by Rochester Community Education and partnering organizations to promote the health and wellbeing of LGBTQ+ youth. Registration is optional but encouraged. This is the best way to receive information about future events. View All Events

Participate in a light-hearted baking competition inspired by popular TV shows The Great British Bake Off and Nailed It! Your team will be judged on flavor and design with the chance to win prizes. No prior baking experience is required. Note: Ingredient subsitutions may not be possible to accommodate dietary restrictions. All youth and adults must agree to the SLICE! Learning Kitchen safety policies before entering. Community Members Needed Many adult volunteers are needed to make this event possible. We welcome you to volunteer, especially if you are already a star baker. If you prefer eating baked goods to producing them, attend as a judge! No registration is required to be a judge. Please join us from 3:15 - 4:30 PM. LGBTQ+ Youth Summer Calendar This event is part of a summer event series open to all youth entering grades 6-12. These events are hosted by Rochester Community Education and partnering organizations to promote the health and wellbeing of LGBTQ+ youth. Registration for The Great Rainbow Bake Off is required. View All Events