PRYSM Events

Proud Resilient Youth - Social Meetups

Rochester Community Education partners with local organizations to provide opportunities for LGBTQ+ youth to have fun, be healthy, and envision possibilities for their future. Events are open to all youth entering grades 6-12, including LGBTQ+ youth and allies.

  • Join us for board games, art, and a variety of workshops.

  • Pre-registration is requested but not required.

  • Bring your own art supplies and games or use those provided.

  • Please double-check the location of each event. They are hosted at multiple locations.

  • PRYSM is pronounced "prism."

Contact Us

Kay Heffernan | PRYSM Program Coordinator | Email

Spring 2026 Events

Board Game Nights

Dates:
Tuesday, 1/20
Tuesday 2/17
Tuesday 3/17
Tuesday 4/21
Tuesday 5/19

Time: 5:30 - 7:30 PM

Location:
Rochester Public Library
101 2nd St SE, Rochester, MN 55904

Art Nights

Dates:
Thursday, 1/15
Wednesday, 2/18
Wednesday, 3/18
Thursday, 4/16

Time: 5:30 - 7:30 PM

Location:
Northrop Community Education Center
201 8th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901

Workshops

Teen Zine
Wednesday, 2/25
5:30 - 7:30 PM
Northrop


Teen Textile Art for Justice
Monday, 3/23
5:30 - 7:30 PM
Rochester Public Library


Seed Starting & Seed Bombs
Monday, 3/30
5:30 - 7:30 PM
Northrop

Flyer

Flyer for 2026 Spring PRYSM Events

"We believe that all staff and students deserve a space to be their authentic selves. We have a collective responsibility to ensure our schools provide a caring, supportive, and anti-oppressive environment. School communities should support the healthy, positive development of students and help them grow their unique gifts and talents." - Rochester Public Schools Equity Statement