Good morning, Rochester.

Rochester City Council will review a $5 million plan to fully restore the historic Château Theater next week (with a projected reopening in late 2027); the plan calls for a café, catering facilities, and VIP amenities to boost capacity to over 900 people.

City Council will review a report proposing a full $5 million restoration of Château Theater downtown that adds a café, catering facilities and VIP amenities to boost seating to 900.

The plan outlines funding from city funds, tax credits, private donations and debt financing with a decision expected in April.

The Mayo Clinic Blood Donor Program is urging Rochester residents to donate blood to boost the Type O supply after holiday pauses.

Donations are accepted Monday-Friday at the Downtown site in the Hilton Building at 210 2nd Street SW and the Northwest site at 4115 West Frontage Road.

Castle Con

12 PM - 6 PM — Historic Chateau Theatre — Check event page for details — Immerse yourself in a weekend-long tabletop gaming extravaganza with tournaments and family-friendly fun.

The Lewy Convergence: Clinical Wisdom and Historical Reflection

11:30 a.m. — Leighton Auditorium — $25 Registration — A landmark CME event honoring Dr. Friedrich Lewy's legacy while advancing knowledge on Lewy Body Dementia care.

Monster X Tour

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Mayo Civic Center — Tickets starting at $20.50 — Experience thrilling monster truck action and freestyle motocross in an adrenaline-pumping event.