Downtown News & Events
RDA Events:
Thursdays on first & 3rd 2012
Thursdays on First & 3rd
features a weekly outdoor market of over 100 Vendors, food, arts & crafts
and live entertainment every Thursday throughout the summer.
Time: 11am-8:30pm, every Thursday June 7th-Aug. 30th, 2012
Price: FREE
The 2012 Thursdays on first & 3rd Band Lineup is now available! To view/print this year's headliner poster, click here.
To view this year's full lineup including noontime entertainment and openers, click here.
Also, check the May issue of Shop Rochester in homes April 30th, and the May issue of Community Connection in homes May 25th for a copy of the band lineup to post on your fridge or at the office.
For the 2012 Thursdays on first & 3rd press release, click here: 2012ToF_PressRelease
Applications for Thursdays on first & 3rd were due March 16, 2012. If you still wish to apply to be placed on the wait list, please fill out an application below:
Artist/Craft Vendor App:
Baked Goods/Farmers Market App:
BakedGoods-FarmersMarketPacket2012
Restaurant/Bar/Caterer App:
Volunteer Information:
ThursdaysonfirstVolunteerOverview
This Week's Downtown Events:
"Wine Down" Wednesdays
Location: Pescara--150 S Broadway , Rochester, MN 55904
May. 16, 2012
Every Wednesday beginning pescara will feature an engaging happy hour on our patio (should inclement weather arise we will move in to the bar).
This week’s Wine Down Wednesday is focused on Rosé wines that have long been aquainted with the dog days of summer and provide a perfect backdrop to many of summer’s greatest food fare. Working to overcome their tainted reputation of being super sweet, “intro” wines, a true Rosé is often off-dry to dry in nature and displays appropriate fresh fruit flavors that lean toward the strawberry and raspberry side of the fruit spectrum. Live music will be played from 5 – 7pm and small plate offerings to pair with the night’s wines will be featured.
Rochester Downtown Farmer's Market
Location: 4th Street SE & 4th Avenue SE (Across from Super America), Rochester, MN 55904
May. 19, 26, & Jun. 2, 9, 16, 2012
Time: 7:30am-Noon
The main outdoor Market is open every Saturday, rain or shine, from the first Saturday in May through the last Saturday in October. All of the RDFM’s 100 vendors are local growers who live and farm/garden within 50 miles of Rochester, MN. No pets are allowed in the Market vending areas (except service animals).
For full Farmer's Market details, visit: http://www.rochesterdowntownfarmersmarket.org/
Events at the Rochester Public Library
Location:
101 2nd Street SE, Rochester, MN 55904
LEGO* Fun for Homeschoolers!
May. 15, 2012
Time: 1:00 PM and 3:30
World Music: Brazilian Music Workshop
May. 19, 2012
Time: 1:00 PM - Following the workshop. Maria Meu will perform Brazilian Music @ 2:30 PM
Feel free to bring an instrument
Family Films:American Folk Heroes
May. 19, 2012
Time: 10:30am
Legend of Johnny Appleseed and Legend of Paul Bunyan. Two favorite American folk heroes come to life through the colorful animation of Walt Disney.
Events at the Rochester Senior Center
Location:
121 N. Broadway, Rochester, MN 55906
All-You-Can-Eat Taco Bar
Time: 5-6:30 pm
Price: $10/Person, $8/Senior Center Member, $5/12 & Under, Under 2 Free
Spring Fashion Show & Luncheon
May. 19, 2012
Price: $8/Senior Center Members, $10/Non-Members
Join us for the newest in fashion from Bonworth and the Dress Barn. You will even have the opportunity to purchase your favorite outfits the models are wearing that day.
A great intergenerational event – bring your Grandma, Mom, Aunt, Sister, Nieces, Friend or Neighbor.
Lunch Menu: Strawberry Poppyseed with Chicken Salad served with a dinner roll and carrot cake.
Purchase your tickets from the Senior Center (stop in, or call and reserve over the phone with your credit card) by Friday, May 11th.
UMR Connects: Keeping Minnesota Strong
Every Tuesday at 7:00 pm
Location: 4th Floor of UMR
MAY THEME ~ 50th Anniversary of "Silent Spring"
“To still the song of birds and the leaping of fish in the streams, to coat the leaves with a deadly film, and to linger on in soil - all this though the intended target may be only a few weeds or insects.” -Rachel Carson
2012 marks the 50th anniversary of Silent Spring, the landmark book credited with launching the modern environmental movement. Rachel Carson sounded the alarm to an unsuspecting public about the detrimental effects of pesticides on eagles, fish, and many other forms of wildlife. Join us this month as we discuss the book and its continued importance as a guide for bringing environmental issues into the public forum, even fifty years later.
May 15~
Please join us to review the documentary video, “Troubled Waters: A Mississippi River Story” which traces the development of America's bountiful heartland and its effect on our legendary river. Through beautiful photography and inspiring narrative, the film offers solutions to the river's troubles through fresh ideas and concrete solutions. In addition to the film, a brief discussion will be led by Jeff Broberg. Jeff has been engaged with the Troubled Waters movie since the production was funded in 2008 by the Legislative-Citizens Commission on Minnesota Resources. He became deeply involved in the controversy at the U of M with the threatened cancellation of the film’s release in 2010. He has been an activist leader on addressing the issues of Ag impact on surface and groundwater.
May 22 ~ Bald Eagle Informational Program
In my program I will introduce you to our resident birds that live at the National Eagle Center and let you know why they are with us. Then I will get into the eagle in general and give you all kinds of interesting facts. Some of the things I talk about include the egg, nest, the eyes, talons, food, and much more! All the questions that get asked during my programs help me teach you what you are really interested in, so ask away. This is a program that is filled with many laughs and will keep you on your toes and wanting to ask more questions. It is good for all ages from kids to the kid-at-heart. Be prepared to get involved and have a wonderful time. (A live Eagle will NOT be present.)
Full details about these events, and topics for future months can be found at:
http://www.r.umn.edu/academics/programs/cepd/umrconnects/index.htm
Thursdays on first & 3rd Volunteer Informational Meeting
Date: Wednesday, May 30th 2012
Time: 12:15pm OR 5:30pm
Place: RDA Boardroom (220 S. Broadway, Ste. 100)
Call: 507-424-5666 for more info.
Events at the American Legion
Location:
Bingo
May. 16, & Jun. 9, & Jul. 14, 2012
Price: $1.00 for Bingo sheet
Bring your ink stamp and play for prizes. Grab something from the kitchen before you play. Check out the menu.
Texas Hold 'Em
May. 17, 2012
Price: Free
Play cards! Grab a burger and fries from the kitchen before. Kitchen open 4-8 PM.
Burger Night
May. 16, 23, 30, 2012
Time: 5 pm - 7:30 pm
Bring your family along to enjoy one of Virgil's burger creations.
Fish Fry
May. 18, 25, 2012
Time: 5 pm - 7:30 pm
May is our last month for fish until Fall.
Dooley's Pub Bar Bingo
Location: Dooley's Pub & Restaurant 255 1st Ave. SW, Rochester, MN 55902
Time: Tuesday & Wednesday Nights @ 8:15pm
Dooley’s will have Bar Bingo every Tuesday Night from 8:00pm to close. Great prizes with lots of fun. Late night happy hour will also be going on so you can enjoy some tasty beverages while you play!
LAS VEGAS TOURNAMENT APRIL 10TH - MAY 15TH! ALL WEEKLY WINNERS WILL PLAY BLACKOUT ON MAY 15TH, 2012 FOR A TRIP TO VEGAS!
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