Rochester calendar 11-5

TODAY

Emerging Women, Quarry Ridge Club House, 1823 Quarry Ridge Place NW, Rochester. 281-7463. 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Speaker will be Pat Heck from LeJardin. Check the Web site for more details www.ewofrochester.com

Senior Friendly Morning, Government Center, 151 Fourth St. S.E., Rochester. 328-6005. 10 a.m.-noon. Olmsted County staff members and Vital Aging Commission members will be available to assist older adults who need help accessing services at the government center. Coffee and cookies provided.

Volunteer orientation, 1530 Greenview Drive S.W., suite 107, Rochester. 252-0849, extension 4. 6:45 p.m. Volunteer orientation for Habitat for Humanity, held the first Wednesday and fourth Monday of each month.

Rochester School Board special session, Edison Building, room 137, 615 Seventh St. S.W. 6 p.m. For community input on the attendance boundary changes. Direct questions to superintendent’s office, 328-4224.

Youth Commission, Conference Room A&B, 2122 Campus Drive S.E., Rochester. 4:30 p.m.

Rochester Board of Appeals, Government Center, council chambers, 151 Fourth St. S.E. 7 p.m.

THURSDAY

Red Cross bloodmobile stop, United Methodist Church, 213 N. Oak St., Lake City. 1-800-GIVE-LIFE. 1 p.m.-7 p.m. Donors need to be at least 17 years old (16 with parental consent), weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good health. Call for more information or to make an appointment.

Kiwanis Sunrisers Club meeting, Holiday Inn South, 1630 S. Broadway, Rochester. 7 a.m. Speaker is Fire Chief Greg Martin. For membership information, call Wayne Jasperson at 253-7143.

Skijoring, Bikejoring and Canicross, Rochester Feed and Country Store, 5 11 1/2 St. S.E. 421-0990. 4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Exercise all year with your dog. Bring the dog for equipment fitting.

Speaker on Colombia, Assisi Heights Spirituality Center, Rochester. 6:30 p.m. Abilio Pena will discuss "The Reality of Colombia." Open to the public.

Samaritan Bethany Foundation’s benefit dinner, Rochester International Event Center, 7333 Airport View Drive S.W. 424-4034. 5:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Joan Kennedy of St. Paul will speak on "What’s Age Got to Do With It?" Tickets are $50. Call for a reservation. Proceeds designated for computer stations for clinical software.

KM Care & Share Wine Tasting, Digger’s in Kasson, 401 Eighth St. S.E., Kasson. 251-6917. 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Wines and appetizers. Ordering available. Tickets available at Kasson Liquor Store, Kasson State Bank, Eastwood Bank or by calling event coordinator Lisa Peterson at 251-6917.

Flu, pneumonia, tetanus shot clinics, Kmart Advanced Practice Pharmacy, 201 Ninth St. S.E., Rochester. 281-3532. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Flu shot is free with Medicare Part B card; otherwise, $25. Pneumonia shot is $45. Tetanus booster is $30. Flu shots available for children 4 and older; children younger than 18 require parent or legal guardian be present.

Youth United meeting, Rochester Area Habitat for Humanity, 1530 Greenview Drive S.W., suite 107. 5:15 p.m. Youth group meets first and third Thursdays of each month. Call Patricia at 252-0849, extension 4, or go to www.rahh.org.

Introduction to Buddhism, Rochester Public Library, 101 Second St. S.E. 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Learn about Nichiren Buddhist philosophy. For information, call 867-3498.

Church Women United World Community Day, Bethel Lutheran Church, 810 Third Ave. S.E., Rochester. Noon. "God’s Wisdom Sets Us Free" with speaker Seeword Mattson.

Rochester Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution, Olmsted County History Center, 1195 W. Circle Drive S.W. 282-9447. 10:45 a.m.-11:45 a.m. Free.

Community Health Services Advisory Board, Whitewater/Cascade Room, 2100 Campus Drive S.E., Rochester. 5:30 p.m.

Planning Advisory Commission, Government Center, board chambers, 151 Fourth St. S.E., Rochester. 7:30 p.m.

Heritage Preservation Committee, Olmsted County History Center, 1195 W. Circle Drive S.W., Rochester. 282-9447. 6:30 p.m.

Rochester School Board special session, Edison Building, room 137, 615 Seventh St. S.W. 1 p.m. For community input on the attendance boundary changes. Direct questions to superintendent’s office, 328-4224.

FRIDAY

Country Crafts of Rochester Holiday Marketplace, Holiday Inn South, 1630 S. Broadway, Rochester. (507) 876-2276. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Featuring items by local artisans. Free admission. Daily door prizes.

Red Cross bloodmobile stop, United Methodist Church, 213 N. Oak St., Lake City. 1-800-GIVE-LIFE. 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Donors need to be at least 17 years old (16 with parental consent), weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good health. Call for more information or to make an appointment.

"Healing the Heart of Justice: The Spirit of Diversity Leadership," Willow Creek Middle School auditorium, Rochester. 282-9951. 7 p.m. Talk by Victor Lewis. Free. Preregistration requested, e-mail info@diversitycouncil.org.

Deer hunter supper, Community Center, Bellechester. 5 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Cost is $10 for adults, $4 for kids 5-9, free for kids younger than 5. Open to the public.

Lutefisk supper, East St. Olaf Lutheran Church, 6200 Olmsted County Road 3 S.W., rural Byron (Rock Dell). (507) 365-8017. 11 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Lutefisk, lefse, meatballs, mashed potatoes, rutabagas, cranberry salad, pies. No reservations needed from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.; reservations required from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Cost: $15 for adults; $5 for children ages 5 to 10; free for children ages 4 and younger.

"Oh La La Moms Are Magnificent," Mayo Civic Center, Rochester. (309) 828-MOMS. 6 p.m.-5:30 p.m. North Central conference. Speakers include Ken Davis, Jill Savage and Cheri Keaggy.

"Casablanca," free movie night, Christ United Methodist Church, 400 Fifth Ave. S.W., Rochester. 289-4019, extension 107. 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Open to the public. Refreshments provided after the movie. Call ahead to reserve free child care.

Olmsted County 4-H Dairy Banquet, 4-H Building, Olmsted County Fairgrounds, Rochester. 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 and are available at the Olmsted County Extension office, 285-8251.

Joint Emergency Management Commission meeting, Rochester City Hall, room 104, 201 Fourth St. S.E. 10 a.m.

SATURDAY

Friends of Zumbro Valley Boutique, Zumbro Valley Golf Course, 61923 252nd Ave., Mantorville. (507) 251-7930. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Antiques, collectibles, country, shabby chic, gifts and baked goods. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday.

Country Crafts of Rochester Holiday Marketplace, Holiday Inn South, 1630 S. Broadway, Rochester. (507) 876-2276. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Featuring items by local artisans. Free admission. Daily door prizes.

Grandparents holiday shopping party, Babies R Us, 808 Apache Lane S.W., Rochester. 322-9383. 10 a.m.-noon. Free, open to the public.

Blue Star Mothers’ pancake breakfast, Holy Family Catholic Church, Kasson. 7 a.m.-11 a.m. Blue Star Mothers are mothers with children in the military. We will honor veterans in attendance.

Winter farmers market, building 41, Olmsted County Fairgrounds, Rochester. 273-8232. 9 a.m.-noon. Local produce, baked goods, meats and dairy, live music. For information, contact the market manager at 273-8232 or visit www.rochesterdowntownfarmersmarket.org.

"Healing the Heart of Justice: The Spirit of Diversity Leadership," Willow Creek Middle School auditorium, Rochester. 282-9951. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Workshops, discussions, information booths on race. Lunch provided. Free. Preregistration requested, e-mail info@diversitycouncil.org.

Luncheon and bazaar, St. Paul Lutheran Church, 125 Fillmore St., Chatfield. 10:30 a.m. Luncheon at 11 a.m., turkey, salads, breads, rolls, pies, coffee. Adults $7, children younger than 12, $3, preschool, free. Take-out available.

Craft sale, High Pointe Senior Living, 1830 High Pointe Lane N.W., Rochester. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Craft and bake sale, American Legion, Main Street, Millville, (507) 798-2433. 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Fundraiser for the new parish center. Chicken noodle and potato soup, BBQ and pie available for lunch.

Lunch and bazaar, United Methodist Church, 20 First St. N.E., Dodge Center. (507) 374-6885. 9 a.m. coffee and rolls; 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Turkey casserole, BBQ plate, pie/carrot cake.

Benefit for Jerry Doucette, Greendoor, 119 S. Center Ave., Eyota. (507) 545-9949. 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Jerry was hurt in a motorcycle accident and has no insurance. The event is sponsored by James Gang Leather Works.

Harvest buffet, Byron United Methodist Church, 507 First Ave. N.W., Byron. 4:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Roast turkey with dressing, mashed potatoes, corn, salads and pie. Adults: $9; ages 4-12, $5; younger than 4, free. Tickets available at the door.

Aldrich Ageless Art Benefit, Aldrich Memorial Nursery School, 855 Essex Parkway N.W., Rochester, 288-2828. 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Bid on art during live and silent auctions. Guest auctioneers are Gil Gutknecht and KROC personality Tracy McCray. Admission is $18, including appetizers, wine, beer and desserts.

Arts and craft market, VFW, Main Street, Zumbrota. (507) 732-7960. 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Forty booths of handcrafted items; lunch served by VFW.

Veterans Memorial 8-mile run, Community Center, 115 Second St. N.W., Oronoco. (507) 269-3591. 9 a.m.-11:30 a.m. The run through town starts and finishes at Oronoco’s city hall.

Katie Ferden cancer benefit, Legion, Main Street, Elgin. (507) 534-3274. 4 p.m.-midnight. Katie, 12, a seventh-grader at Plainview Elgin Millville School, was diagnosed with alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma (a rare and rapidly progressing cancer of the muscle).

Auction, Lourdes High School, 621 W. Center St., Rochester. 424-1817. Noon-10:30 p.m. Silent auction, noon-3 p.m. Dinner and live auction begin at 6 p.m. Tickets: silent auction only, $5; all-day pass, $25 in advance, $50 at the door.

Turkey supper, Douglas United Methodist Church, 4 p.m.-7 p.m. Adults $9; ages 5-12, $4; children 4 and younger free. Includes quilt raffle. Call 281-3526 for takeouts.

Taste of PEM Cultures, Community Center, Plainview. 4 p.m.-7 p.m. An all-you-can-eat, multicultural event with foods from around the world. Donations support Active Aging of Plainview, Elgin and Millville.

Family Getaway Weekend, Eagle Bluff ELC, 28097 Goodview Drive, Lanesboro. Two days of outdoor survival, star gazing, rock climbing and a tree tops course. Cost is $90 for adults, $75 for children 18. Make reservations by calling (507) 467-2437 or e-mail events@eagle-bluff.org.

SUNDAY

All Nations Sunday, Rochester Pentecostal Church, 3657 Sheffield Lane S.E., Rochester. 288-4342. 10 a.m.-noon. Presentation of flags from many nations, scripture and songs translated into different languages. Free, open to the public. Call to be an ambassador to represent a foreign country.

Terrific Turtles, Quarry Hill Nature Center, 701 Silver Creek Road N.E., Rochester. 281-6114. 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Preregistration is recommended; space is limited. Cost $2, adults; $1, kids.

Chicken and biscuit dinner, American Legion Hall, East Main Street, West Concord. (507) 527-2841. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. In honor of Veterans Day. Adults: $8; children 6-10, $4; 5 and younger, free

Faithbooking, Rochester Assembly of God Church, Rochester. 261-4109. 2 p.m.-5 p.m. Scrapbooking on God. Three groups: new, digital and experienced. Open to anyone 12 and older. Meets the second Sunday of each month. Call or e-mail for supply lists or more information.

Potato pancake supper, St. John Lutheran Church, 44389 Eighth Ave. S.E., Claremont. 3 p.m.-7 p.m. Potato and buttermilk pancakes, eggs, sausage, applesauce, dessert and beverages. Tickets are $8; younger than 5, free.

MONDAY

Women On Wheels, Rochester Chapter meeting, Mr. Pizza North, 4040 28th St. N.W., Rochester. 272-2469. 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. For women motorcycle enthusiasts. 6:30 p.m. networking, 7 p.m. meeting.

Scott Hosier World War II Roundtable, Assembly of God Church, 4240 18th Ave. N.W., Rochester. 287-1021. 7 p.m. A B-17 Ball-Turret Gunner and Stalag IV POW camp. Speaker: Earl Joswick. Music at 6:30 p.m. Suggested donation: $3.

Flu, pneumonia, tetanus shot clinics, Kmart Advanced Practice Pharmacy, 201 Ninth St. S.E., Rochester. 281-3532. 2 p.m.-6 p.m. Flu shot is free with Medicare Part B card; otherwise, $25. Pneumonia shot is $45. Tetanus booster is $30. Flu shots available for children 4 and older; children younger than 18 require parent or legal guardian be present.

Open house, Friedell Middle School, 1200 S. Broadway, Rochester. 328-5650. 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Information and registration night for families interested in attending Friedell next school year.

Simplify My Life event, Wood Lake Meeting Center, Oak Room, 210 Wood Lake Drive S.E., Rochester. 1-866-690-SIMPLE. 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. Author and professional organizer Pam Woods will discuss decluttering your space, schedule and life. Light meal, prizes.

Holly Dazzle sale, Bethesda Upscale Resale Store, 1550 Third Ave. S.E., Rochester, 292-0851. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 50 percent off storewide. Profits from store go to help people with developmental disabilities.

Olmsted County Housing and Redevelopment Authority, Rochester-Olmsted Planning Department, conference room A/B, 2122 Campus Drive S.E., Rochester. Noon.

TUESDAY

Rochester Astronomy Club, Rochester Community and Technical College, Charter Room, fourth floor, College Center, 855 30th Ave. S.E., Rochester. 250-2947. 7 p.m.-9 p.m. The Rochester Astronomy Club will present information on home observatories. Check Web site for directions.

Rochester Area Women’s Connection luncheon, Holiday Inn South, 1630 S. Broadway, Rochester. 11:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Food, music, decoration demonstrations and speaker Sandy Carlson. Cost is $10. For reservations, call Sandy at 529-3672 or e-mail cwc_rochester@hotmail.com.

Environmental science information meeting, Rochester Community and Technical College, 851 30th Ave. S.E. 285-7210. 2 p.m.-3 p.m. Learn about the new environmental science program and discuss environmental issues and research topics. Contact Jennifer.rubin@roch.edu or Cory.rubin@roch.edu.

Participation, Learning, Support, Mayo Clinic Cancer Education Clinic, Gonda Building, street level, Rochester. 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m. An overview of cancer, terminology, risk factors, treatment options and resources.

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 12

Support our Soldiers chili feed, Byron American Legion, West Frontage Road, Byron. (507) 775-6272. 5 p.m.-8 p.m. All-you-can-eat chili, rolls, corn bread and root beer floats. Adults, $6; children 10 and under, $3; under 3, free.

Learning about Memory Loss, Saint Elizabeth’s Medical Center, Sister Gerina Room, 1200 W. Grant Blvd., Wabasha. (651) 565-2754, extension 215. 2 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Speaker is Gerise Thompson, director of the Alzheimer’s Association MN/ND. Basic information about Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias and resources.

Rochester Area Civil War Roundtable, Olmsted County History Center, 1195 W. Circle Drive S.W., Rochester. 282-0340. 7 p.m. "Col. Sanders of the Fourth Minnesota" by Michael Eckers.

Coffee at the Princess Cafe, Olmsted County History Center, 1195 W. Circle Drive S.W., Rochester. 282-9447. 9 a.m. "The History of the Franklin Heating Plant" by Tom DeBoer. Free for OCHC member; $2 for non-members.

THURSDAY, NOV. 13

"The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood," Century High School Auditorium, 2525 Viola Road N.E., Rochester. 328-5116. 7 p.m.-9 p.m. A frantically funny, Monty Pythonesque retelling of the classic.

Customize Your Blog, Rochester MN Bloggers, Crosswinds Church, 8106 31st Ave. N.W., Oronoco. (507) 358-5983. 7 p.m.-9:30 p.m. The class will cover blogging techniques, enhancing your blog, how to earn money from your blog. Q&A, lots of tips.

Grandparent class, Mayo Clinic Methodist Hospital, Rochester. 266-7473. 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Topics include grandparenting, effective communication, safety reminders, long-distance grandparenting. Call to register; $5 per couple.

Samaritan Bethany Auxiliary Christmas sale, Samaritan Bethany Home Chapel, 24 Eighth St. N.W., Rochester. 289-4031. 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Rochester Area Freethinkers, Rochester Public Library, 101 Second St. S.E. 285-8000. 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. A friendship and discussion group for atheists, agnostics and humanists.

Rochester 1908, Olmsted County History Center, 1195 W. Circle Drive S.W., Rochester. 282-9447. 7 p.m. Speaker Paul Koeller presents Rochester 1908, 100 Years of Difference. Doors open at 6 p.m.

Business meeting, Our Saviors Lutheran Church, 2124 Viola Road N.E., Rochester. 7 p.m. Sons of Norway Kristiania Lodge 47 meeting; speaker is JoAnn Lower presenting "Growing Up Norwegian." Open to the public.

Italian dinner and theater evening, 4-H Building, Graham Park, Rochester. 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Fundraiser for Civic League Day Nursery, catered by Victoria’s, performances by the Masque. Silent auction, raffle. Tickets are $6 for adults and $3 for children 12 and younger.

Kidney screening, Rochester Senior Center, 121 N. Broadway. 1-800-596-7943. 3 p.m.-7 p.m. Free screening for people with diabetes, high blood pressure or a family history of diabetes, high blood pressure or kidney disease.

FRIDAY, NOV. 14

"The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood," Century High School Auditorium, 2525 Viola Road N.E., Rochester. 328-5116. 7 p.m.-9 p.m. A frantically funny, Monty Pythonesque retelling of the classic.

Kidney screening, Rochester Senior Center , 121 N. Broadway. 1-800-596-7943. 3 p.m.-7 p.m. Blood and urine tests to measure kidney function will be performed. Physicians will be on-site to review results. Call for an appointment.

Fundraiser dinner, American Legion, Pine Island. (507) 356-2999. 5 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Fundraiser for Pine Island Area Home Services, helping older people in Pine Island and Oronoco remain independent in their homes through volunteer and professional services.

OMC Auxiliary fall bazaar & bake sale, Olmsted Medical Center Hospital, 1650 Fourth St. S.E., Rochester. 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Baked goods, crafts, holiday shop, 50-cent grab bags. Proceeds go toward new equipment for the hospital.

Samaritan Bethany Auxiliary Christmas sale, Samaritan Bethany Home Chapel, 24 Eighth St. N.W., Rochester. 289-4031. 8 a.m.-3 p.m.

Dessert and Drama, Autumn Ridge Church, 3611 Salem Road, Rochester. 288-8880. 7 p.m. "The Woman Jesus Called Mother," a one-woman dramatic presentation portraying Mary in 14 scenes during her life. Cost is $12 and includes dessert; call to register.

SATURDAY, NOV. 15

Catholic Charities Adoption Day Celebration, Pax Christi Church, 4135 18th Ave. N.W., Rochester. 287-2047, ext. 32. 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Join families who have built their families through adoption. Potluck lunch at 11:30 a.m. Magician Jeff at 1 p.m. Family activities at 1:30 p.m. RSVP with number attending.

Rochester Woodcarvers monthly meeting, A History of the Festival of Trees, Redeemer Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall (enter the door from the parking lot), 869 Seventh Ave. S.E., Rochester. 285-1620. 9 a.m.-11 a.m. Join us to learn about the Hiawatha Homes Festival of Trees and how the Rochester Woodcarvers have supported this event since 1991. We’re planning a photo review of trees decorated by the club, including the famous "Two by Two - Noah’s Ark." Visitors are welcome.

Nature Detectives, Quarry Hill Nature Center, 701 Silver Creek Road N.E., Rochester. 281-6114. 10:30 a.m.-noon. This class is for 6- to 7-year-olds with an adult partner. We’ll head outside to play our popular animal survival game trail. Class also includes a craft and a snack. $10 per parent-child pair. Pre-registration required.

"The Somewhat True Tale of Robin Hood," Century High School Auditorium, 2525 Viola Road N.E., Rochester. 328-5116. 7 p.m.-9 p.m. A frantically funny, Monty Pythonesque retelling of the classic.

Book Discussion: "The Secret of Love," Rochester Public Library, 101 Second St. S.E., Rochester. 285-8000. 11 a.m. The book, by Harold Klemp, is based on Eckankar, the religion of the light and sound of God. For information call 1-800-717-0371.

Snowmobile Safety Training, Dover Eyota High School Commons, (507) 545-2614. 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Must be 11 or older to participate. Cost is $10; call to pre-register.

Winter farmers market, Building 41, Olmsted County Fairgrounds, Rochester. 273-8232. 9 a.m.-noon. Local produce, baked goods, meats and dairy, plus live music. For information, contact the market manager at 273-8232 or visit www.rochesterdowntownfarmersmarket.org.

SUNDAY, NOV. 16

Quarry Hill Cave tour, Quarry Hill Nature Center, 701 Silver Creek Road N.E., Rochester. 281-6114. 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m. Learn about the park’s historical rock loading landing, which is now used as a rock climbing area, followed by a hike to tour the cave. Following the cave tour, there will be an optional hike rock loading landing. Cost: $2 for adults and $1 for youths. Registration required.

Pancake breakfast, Pax Christi Catholic Church, 4135 18th Ave. N.W., Rochester. 8 a.m.-11:59 a.m. All you can eat at a reasonable price.

Vegetarian Thanksgiving Potluck, Seventh Day Adventist Church, 1100 37th St. NW, Rochester. 254-8349. 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. Sponsored by Vegetarian Information Group of Rochester. Bring a side dish, salad, dessert or $5. Open to public, but seating is limited; call to RSVP.

Elvis Concert for Channel One, Dover Eyota High School Auditorium, 615 South Ave., Eyota. (507) 545-2641. 4:30 p.m. Featuring Elvis impersonator Brad Boice, donations and non-perishable food items benefit Channel One.

TUESDAY, NOV. 18

Red Cross Bloodmobile stop, St. Joseph’s Church, 105 N. Mill St., Rushford. 1-800-GIVE-LIFE. 1 p.m.-7 p.m. Donors need to be at least 17 years of age (16 with parental consent), weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good health. Call for more information or to make an appointment.

WEDNESDAY, NOV. 19

Red Cross Bloodmobile stop, VFW, 138 Second St., Wabasha. 1-800-GIVE-LIFE. 1 p.m.-7 p.m. Donors need to be at least 17 years of age (16 with parental consent), weigh at least 110 pounds and be in good health. Call for more information or to make an appointment.