Based on Lionsgate's beloved film, the story that awakened a generation is back in a new stage production. Dirty Dancing: The Musical is the feel-good escape you’ve been craving, alive with the pulse of electrified dancing, the thrill of secret encounters, and the allure of forbidden romance. Set to live music from the original film you love, Baby and Johnny bring to life the summer that changed everything. Your reservation at Kellerman’s awaits! Bring a lunch/supper for on the bus. * Fee includes coach transportation and theatre ticket (Mezzanine). * 12 PM Depart Northrop Parking Lot * 6 PM Approximate return * No refunds after July 1 * Fee: $155

Lara/Larissa is a misfit in rural South Dakota—Half-Native, Half-White, weighed down by physical limitations—until a photo of Maria Tallchief introduces her to dance, which cracks her world wide open. Based on the author’s true story, Fancy Dancer is a rich, multigenerational experience that speaks to the power of storytelling and the beauty of finding your own community. * Fee includes coach transportation, theatre ticket, and lunch at Burger Moe’s (choice of Caprese sandwich with fries—vegetarian option, Reuben with fries, Classic cheeseburger with fries, or Asian salad (napa cabbage, shredded carrots, red cabbage, black & white sesame seeds, chopped chicken, & wonton strips tossed in sesame ginger vinaigrette) served with a beverage and sorbet). * 8 AM Depart RCTC Sports Center Parking Lot * 4 PM Approximate return * No refunds after September 1 Fee: $119

Fabulously fun and internationally award-winning Legally Blonde: The Musical is the ultimate Broadway tribute to girl power! The story follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes, sexism, snobbery, and scandal in pursuit of her dreams, and proves that you can be both legally blonde and the smartest person in the room. This contemporary, topical story touches on many current hot-button issues while delighting audiences with memorable songs and explosive dances. Legally Blonde warms the heart by proving that self-discovery never goes out of style! Bring a lunch/supper for on the bus. * Fee includes coach transportation and theatre ticket (Mezzanine). * 11:30 AM Depart Northrop Parking Lot * 6 PM Approximate return * No refunds after January 3 * Fee: $155

Take in the beautiful sights along this narrated riverboat dining cruise, which will be traveling through Lock and Dam No. 1 from St. Paul to Minneapolis and returning to Harriet Island. Feast on BBQ chicken, pulled pork with buns, green-chili-cheddar cornbread, potato salad, cookies, unlimited pop and coffee that is sure to leave you satisfied. Children must be accompanied by an adult. * Fee includes coach transportation, lunch, river cruise, and tour guide * 9 AM Depart Northrop Parking Lot * 4:30 PM Approximate return * No refunds after May 1 * Fee: $115

Take in the beautiful sights along this narrated riverboat dining cruise, which will be traveling through Lock and Dam No. 1 from St. Paul to Minneapolis and returning to Harriet Island. Feast on BBQ chicken, pulled pork with buns, green-chili-cheddar cornbread, potato salad, cookies, and unlimited pop and coffee that is sure to leave you satisfied. Children must be accompanied by an adult. * Fee includes coach transportation, lunch, river cruise, and tour guide. * 9 AM Depart RCTC Sports Center Parking Lot * 4:30 PM Approximate return * No refunds after September 1 * Fee: $125

There's trouble in River City when a fast-talking salesman gets his heart stolen by the town librarian. Meredith Willson's six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy The Music Man follows fast-talking traveling salesman Harold Hill as he cons the people of River City, Iowa into buying instruments and uniforms for a boys' band that he vows to organize—despite the fact that he doesn't know a trombone from a treble clef. His plans to skip town with the cash are foiled when he falls for Marian, the librarian, who transforms him into a respectable citizen by curtain's fall. Featuring songs such as "Seventy-Six Trombones," "Trouble," "'Til There Was You," "Pickalittle," and “Gary, Indiana," The Music Man is a family-friendly story to be shared with every generation. Bring a lunch/supper for on the bus. * Fee includes coach transportation and theatre ticket (Mezzanine). * 11:30 AM Depart Northrop Parking Lot * 6 PM Approximate return * No refunds after October 15 * Fee: $169

The story of the indomitable Dorothy Molter, the last legal non-indigenous resident of the Boundary Waters. The story reflects the beauty and hardships of Molter’s solitary yet satisfying life beginning in 1934. The play, funny and passionate, explores her independence, fortitude, and love of nature. She pushes back against the premise that her time in the North Woods made her the “Loneliest Woman in America,” as the Saturday Evening Post claimed in 1952. Dorothy Molter’s story will delight all, young and old. Do not miss this show!! * Fee includes coach transportation, theatre ticket, and lunch at Burger Moe's (choice of cheeseburger or veggie burger, along with fries, a beverage, and dessert) * 10:30 AM Depart RCTC Sports Center Parking Lot * 6 PM Approximate return * No refunds after May 15 Fee: $119

For 65 years, The Sound of Music has been one of our “favorite things.” With its timeless story and irresistibly charming score, this Rodgers & Hammerstein classic isn’t just meant to be enjoyed - it’s meant to be shared. Directed by three-time Tony Award® winner Jack O’Brien (Hairspray), this vibrant and romantic tale of Maria and the von Trapp family features beloved songs like “Do-Re-Mi,” “Sixteen Going on Seventeen,” and “Edelweiss.” Ages 7+. Bring a lunch/supper for on the bus. * Fee includes coach transportation and main floor theatre ticket (Sections MF1, MF2, MF3, MF4, Rows DD, EE, FF, GG, HH). * 4:30 PM Depart Northrop Parking Lot * 11:30 PM Approximate return * No refunds after August 30 * Fee: $115

Summer of Service is a service-learning summer program for youth entering grades 5-10. During each two-week session, students will work in teams to perform service projects in our community, witness the missions of local organizations firsthand, and reflect on how their personal talents can be used in service to others. Fridays are designated for Fun Friday activities where we will celebrate our work! Join SOS for two weeks of fun today! We recently celebrated the 25th anniversary of SOS, and we can't wait to continue our mission: “The main reason to begin a Summer of Service program in our community is to show youth that our community values them and challenges them to contribute through service…This Summer of Service program will give our youth the skills and tools necessary to help our community, at the same time allowing them to develop through a structured program.” -Proposal for SOS in 1997 We also will like to welcome our new SOS Coordinator Joe Ingalls If you have any question his contact information: Phone: 507-259-9547 Email: joseph.ingalls@rochesterschools.org SOS Sessions (Monday-Friday) Session 1: June 15-18 and 22-26 No SOS on June 19 Session 2: July 6-10 and 13-17 Session 3: July 20-24 and 27-31 Students are welcome to register for multiple two-week sessions. Similar service projects may be repeated between sessions. Location Summer of Service will be based at John Adams Middle School this year. Students will be dropped off and picked up there. Buses will transport students to and from project sites. Drop-off and Pick-up Supervision and building access will not be available for students before and after the program. We kindly ask all parents/guardians to respect these times to ensure the safety and well-being of our students. Drop-Off: 7:30-8:00 AM Students may NOT be dropped off prior to 7:30 AM. Pick-Up: 3:30-4:00 PM All students MUST be picked up promptly before 4:00 PM. T-Shirts You will see us all over town in our iconic tie-dye t-shirts. Participants must wear an SOS t-shirt each day. One t-shirt is included, and additional t-shirts can be purchased during registration. Returning participants may wear SOS t-shirts from previous years. Community Partners We are proud to serve non-profit organizations in Rochester and the surrounding area. We take buses to their locations, they teach us about their missions, and we help them with whatever projects they have planned for us. Ten students can get a lot done in just a few hours, and over the course of the summer, multiple teams of SOS students can leave a meaningful impact. These are a few of our partners from recent years: Camp Companion Channel One Family Promise Rochester Habitat for Humanity PossAbilities Seasons Hospice High School Students In previous years, the age range for SOS had encompassed grades 5-12. This year, we are tailoring the SOS experience so that high school students can take on new leadership responsibilities. Entering Grades 9-10: Register here as an SOS participant. Part of your team's time together will be separate from younger students. Entering Grades 11-12: By application only. A limited number of students entering grades 11-12 may assist staff in leading SOS activities. Apply online by 4/24/2026. Please contact James Kappes ( james.kappes@rochesterschools.org) for more information. Medications Students must self-carry and self-administer all medications. Keep in Touch Please contact Rochester Community Education with any questions at RochesterCE@rochesterschools.org or 507-328-4000 Ext.1.

Bring your partner for a memorable night of clay-filled fun and artistic expression. Our expert instructors will guide you through the pottery-making process, ensuring a fun and relaxed atmosphere throughout the evening. Unleash your creativity, bond with your loved one, and take home unique pottery pieces as a lasting memento of your muddy date night experience. Each person must register. Alcohol is only served to those 21+ with an ID.