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ROCHESTER - Foodlink CEO Julia Tedesco on Friday announced several measures the nonprofit is taking to respond to the growing crisis of thousands of Rochester-area residents losing access to new Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits on Nov. 1.  Without a resolution to the federal government shutdown, SNAP benefits for the month of November will pause for more than 155,000 residents living in Foodlink’s 10-county service area. Many local residents are seeki

Rochester, NY- We’re thrilled to welcome you to the Grand Opening Celebration of Kiki Michelle, LLC. in conjunction with Carki Global, a 501C3 — a powerful new space designed to inspire, empower, and connect our community.      Event Details:   Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025   Time: 10AM - 6PM (Ribbon Cutting @ 12PM) Location: 1969 East Ridge Road (REAR) Rochester, NY 14622     This is more than just a ribbon-cutting — it’s a celebration of vision, community, and impact.

What: Mt. Olivet Baptist Church will host the fall concert, “From Memphis to Hollywood: A Gala Celebration of Jazz” on Sunday, November 9, 2025, at 4pm. Honoring the rich musical legacy of jazz and Memphis, the hometown of Senior Pastor Rickey B. Harvey, Sr., the program will feature a variety of songs, instrumental selections, and film scores by Duke Ellington, Nina Simone, Quincy Jones, Louis Prima, Leslie Bricusse, Miklós Rózsa, Florence Price, George Gershwin, and Hoagy C

Who: RCSD students, families, staff, and community members   What: Booktacular Fall Literacy Festival   When: Saturday, November 1, 2025, 10 a.m.   Where: East High School,1801 East Main Street, Rochester, NY 14609   Details: The Rochester City School District, in partnership with the Parent Leadership Advisory Council (PLAC), is hosting Booktacular, a fall-themed “books and treats” event designed to promote a culture of literacy across the community. The goal is to spark a

WHO: Clixo and The STRONG National Museum of Play WHAT: Come experience one of TIME’s best inventions of 2025! Join Clixo for an immersive, hands-on STEM weekend at The STRONG National Museum of Play! On Saturday, November 8, and Sunday, November 9, families are invited to explore creativity and innovation through Clixo’s award winning magnetic play system, free with museum admission. The museum’s Play Lab will transform into a vibrant Clixo Creation Studio, where kids and p

ROCHESTER, N.Y. – On Wednesday, October 30 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Mary McLeod Bethune School #45 (1445 Clifford Avenue) will host the tenth annual Halloween in the Hallway—a cheerful, safe-and-inclusive community event open to students, families, and nearby residents. The event is proudly sponsored in part by the Andrew Langston Center for Educational Excellence, a Rochester-based non-profit founded in honor of radio pioneer Andrew Langston. The Center supports youth

ROCHESTER, NY - Daylight saving time ends on Sunday, November 2 and the American Red Cross encourages everyone to test their smoke alarms as they   turn their clocks back to make sure the devices are working.   “Working smoke alarms cut the risk of dying in a home fire in half as you only have about two minutes to safely get out,” said Ken Turner, Regional Disaster Officer, American Red Cross of Western New York. “Every second counts when there’s a home fire and the sooner an

The City of Rochester, in partnership with the national nonprofit Cities for Financial Empowerment (CFE) Fund , announced today that legacy planning services are now available through the Rochester Financial Empowerment Center (FEC). The free one-on-one financial counseling program provides city families with support and access to knowledge and information to take steps toward protecting and preserving their assets.   The Rochester FEC  team empowers residents to reach their

Rochester Animal Services (RAS) is celebrating Halloween with a frightfully fun adoption special! On Friday, Oct. 31, adopters are invited to visit the shelter at 184 Verona St. from 12 noon to 6 p.m. to pick a mystery adoption deal from Halloween Purr-anormal Picks! Cats (usually $35) — adopt for FREE, $5, or $15 Dogs (usually $50) — adopt for FREE, $10, or $25   Each Purr-anormal Pick contains a surprise discount, offering a fun and festive way for community members to find

ROCHESTER, N.Y. - Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) is holding two more Community Connection events this week in the Rochester area. These are informational open houses that offer customers the opportunity to connect with customer service representatives in person. Customers will have the chance to learn about assistance programs they may qualify for, such as the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP), a federal grant program that helps income-eligible customers pay for energy

Mayor Malik D. Evans announced today that the City of Rochester is accepting nominations for the 2026-2028 term of the New American Advisory Council (NAAC) now through Nov. 7 on the City’s website, at www.cityofrochester.gov/NAAC .   The New American Advisory Council advises the Mayor’s Office and Rochester City Council, providing advice, knowledge, and information so they can address issues important to new Americans, including immigrants and refugees.   The NAAC is comprise

Rochester, NY — Akimbo Books, a beloved independent bookstore known for its carefully curated selection and commitment to small press literature, has announced that this will be its final holiday season. Since opening in 2022, Akimbo has become a vibrant literary hub in Rochester, New York — hosting readings, community events, and championing books that inspire empathy, imagination, and social change. “It’s bittersweet to say goodbye,” said founder and owner Rachel Crawford.