PRYSM Events

Proud Resilient Youth - Social Meetups

Rochester Community Education partners with local organizations to provide opportunities for youth, especially those who identify as LGBTQ+, 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."

Support PRYSM

Thanks to community support, PRYSM events are free for all youth to attend. Over the past three years, PRSYM has hosted more than 75 events and reached more than 400 youth attendees. Your support will help us make 2026 our best year yet!

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