Local Community
Check These Out
The Rochester Bored Humans Association is about connecting residents through real-time discussions and with planned - and unplanned! - meetups. There are many things we aren't going to be great at, and that's why we want to share the following local communities and resources with you to explore.
Sources of Fun
If you're looking for more activities to do, these communities have you covered. While RBHA members may create meetups for some of the same events, we won't have members creating meetups for every event so it's best to follow these groups so that you don't miss out on activities that interest you.
We encourage you to create a meetup on the server if you find activities that interest you so you can attend it with new friends! Even if you don't want to go with members of the Discord, posting details in our Events channel will help spread the word as well.
The Rochester Posse
The Rochester Posse is the areas most prominent Facebook Page for the local scene. They share and promote events not only within Rochester but also in Winona, Winsconsin, and the Twin City Metro Area.
If you're looking to get engaged with the community more, The Rochester Posse also has you covered by sharing and promoting local community litter clearing, various events within the city, and local news from the Post Bulletin and more.
Additionally, they are a great resource to follow if you wish to support the local artists. The page shares updates and store links directly from the artists' Facebook page.
Rochester Local
Rochester Local launched on October 7, 2015, as Rochester MN Moms Blog. In early 2020, they rebranded to Rochester Mom. Recognizing that their website had become a resource for more than just moms and parents in the area, in October 2022 their name changed to Rochester Local and is written by writers who live in the greater Rochester Area. From locally-focused resources and guides to parenting, parks, camps, schools, product reviews, local activities, events round-ups, and more, their online community wants to be your go-to resource for all things parenting in the area. The Rochester Local community begins online, but doesn’t stop there as they also host events throughout the year.
Want to learn more? Head over to their website at rochesterlocal.com or on Facebook!
Advocacy & Civic Engagement
These are the communities you should connect with if you want sustainable change in and around Rochester utilizing grassroot style campaigns. These communities are also a great avenue to find resources surrounding a number of topics in regards to the health and benefit of your neighborhood and the city.
We Bike Rochester
We Bike Rochester empowers the community to include safe cycling in their lifestyle through advocacy, education and ridership.
This group organizes regular biking events that is inclusive to all levels of comfortability and experience. If you have questions about bikes, trails, and other resources related to biking check them out and on Facebook!
Out Rochester
Out Rochester shares events to connect and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community in and around Rochester, Minnesota.
You can follow their page on Facebook
Rochester Active Sports Club
Dedicated to the support and growth of mountain biking, Nordic skiing, road/gravel cycling and other silent sports in the Rochester area.
The club is organized as nonprofit organization (501 C3) in the State of Minnesota. RASC Advocates for funding, access, trail development, snowmaking, teaching/coaching and encouraging participation.
Visit them online or on Facebook!
RNeighbors
RNeighbors empowers citizen leaders to create sustainable neighborhood networks that promote a vibrant, healthy, and livable community.
We support neighborhoods by nurturing Neighborhood Associations, reviving dormant Neighborhood Associations, and providing tools to help sustain and grow active associations. Our Statement of Purpose outlines that “Each group registered with RNeighbors is asked to uphold the Neighborhood Association Guidelines and expectations that will assist these volunteers groups in their ongoing community improvement efforts.”
Check them out online and on Facebook!