Title

Public Living Room

Date(s)
Wednesday, August 12, 2026 - 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Widgets
Valentina’s Michoacana (Mexican flavor ice-cream shop)
Public Living Space Yellow Poster in the back, two city staff posing with a flower pot

Take a break, grab a beverage, and connect with others in a welcoming, agenda-free space where everyone belongs. Public Living Rooms are simple places to relax, have a conversation, or just enjoy being around other people. There are no expectations, no pressure, and everyone is welcome. No registration is needed. 

We ask everyone to help create this welcoming environment by embracing six simple ideas: 

Two people smiling with yellow poster in the background
  • It’s okay to be a bit rubbish.
  • Don’t fix people, just be alongside them.
  • To be silly is to be human.
  • Mix with folks not like you.
  • We can disagree respectfully.
  • Ask someone who is struggling to help you. 

For more information on Public Living Room or have an interest in hosting a Public Living Room space, please contact Amanda Crombie, Equity & Inclusion Program Manager at acrombie@bloomingtonmn.gov, 952-563-8736.