City to host class on how municipal government works

ROCHESTER - The City of Rochester will host a Civics 101 course designed to show Rochester residents and business owners "how to learn skills needed for active citizenship."

Hosted by the Office for Public Information and Community Engagement, it is said to provides tools for understanding how local government works and how individual actions can drive change.

The course outlines several topics, including 'How Rochester's Municipal Government Works', 'How to Find Information', 'How to Vote (and why it's so important)', 'How to Make Your Voice Heard', and 'How to Get More Involved'.

Civics 101 is held at various times of the year in order to accommodate as many working schedules as possible. There is no cost for participation. Registration is encouraged; however, all are welcome to attend.

Sign-ups are available now for the following dates/times:

• Saturday, November 8, 2025 (9:00 am - 10:30 am)
• More dates will be announced soon.
• Click here to register online.

Participants are encouraged to bring paper and a pen for note-taking. Laptops, tablets, and other WiFi-enabled devices are optional. For additional information and general inquiries, contact Matt Wyatt at (603) 330-7195 or matthew.wyatt@rochesternh.gov.