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Ontario Beach Park Program Committee Seeks Vendors for 2026 Harborfest
Rochester, NY - The Ontario Beach Park Program Committee has openings for art, crafts, and general merchandise vendors for the 40th annual Harborfest, which will be held June 18-21, 2026 at Ontario Beach Park. This popular event has been a family favorite tradition in Rochester since 1986. It signals and celebrates the launch of the summer season at Ontario Beach and Port of Rochester area. The festival begins the evening of Thursday, June 18 and runs through Sunday, June 21,
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The Great New York State Flea at the Market
Rochester, NY - The City of Rochester Public Market partnership with community event producers Great New York State Flea continues from 5 to 9 p.m., Thursday, May 14, with a 90s/Y2K Throwback theme. This evening will be a nostalgic, high-energy market inspired by the bold fashion, music, and pop culture of the 1990s and early 2000s. Shoppers will be treated to live performances, art showcases, and hands-on experiences. After this throwback celebration, there will be five addi
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Local Students to Compete to Represent Rochester at the 2026 Jimmy Awards
Rochester, NY – 40 local high school students are preparing to compete to represent Rochester, NY at the 2026 National High School Musical Theatre Awards® (NHSMTA®), also known as the Jimmy Awards®. The Rochester Broadway Theatre League (RBTL) will host Stars of Tomorrow NYC Bound on Thursday, May 21 at the West Herr Auditorium Theatre, where two student performers will ultimately be selected to take part in the Jimmy Awards in New York City in June. RBTL joins other professi
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Reconnect Rochester to Host 5th Annual ROC’ n Roll Fundraising Bike Ride
Rochester, NY - Reconnect Rochester will hold their 5th Annual ROC’ n Roll Fundraising Bike Ride on Sunday, May 31st at Rohrbach’s Railroad Street Beer Hall. While many local rides support important causes, this event stands apart as the only one focused specifically on making everyday biking safer and more accessible for everyone, along with Reconnect Rochester’s other work championing mobility in all forms. Cyclists, families, and community advocates will gather at Rohrbach
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Major Street Market in Downtown Rochester – May 31
Rochester, NY - A major street market event is set to transform downtown Rochester on Sunday, May 31st, as The Lucky Flea partners with Neighborhood of Play and The Strong National Museum of Play to kick off the 2026 outdoor season with one of the largest markets in the city to date! Running from 11AM to 5PM, this special event will shut down an entire block outside The Strong National Museum of Play, creating a vibrant, pedestrian-friendly marketplace in the heart of downtow
4 days ago2 min read


Town of Greece to Host Memorial Day Parade and Remembrance Ceremony
Town of Greece Supervisor Jeff McCann invites residents to join in honoring the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country at the Town’s annual Memorial Day Parade and Remembrance Ceremony. The community is encouraged to gather on Memorial Day, Monday May 25th for a morning of reflection, gratitude and unity. The Memorial Day Parade will kick-off at 11 AM from the corner of Janes Rd and Long Pond Rd, proceeding down Long Pond Rd before concluding at To
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East High to Honor Student-Athletes in Commitment Ceremony
Who: Five student-athletes from East High School’s baseball team What: Commitment ceremony When: Monday, May 11, 2026, 1 p.m. Where: East High School Collaboratorium (Ohio Street)1801 East Main StreetRochester, NY 14609 Details: On Monday, May 11, 2026, East High School will host a recognition ceremony for five standout members of the Varsity Baseball team. This event celebrates a unique group of seniors who have achieved distinction both on the diamond and in the classro
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Flower City Days at the Market Returns Sunday, May 10
Rochester, NY - Gardening sales return to the City of Rochester Public Market, 280 N. Union St., on Mother’s Day, Sunday, May 10. Whether you’re a novice or an experienced gardener, there’s something for everyone at Flower City Days at the Market. Overflowing with the sights and smells of spring, this popular series features gardening bargains from nurseries and growers from across Western and Central New York. You won’t want to miss it. Items for sale include a wide assortme
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Pet Adoptions to People 60 and Older
Fairport, N.Y. – Beginning Monday, May 11 and continuing through Sunday, May 24, Lollypop Farm, the Humane Society of Greater Rochester, will offer free adoptions to anyone aged 60 and over thanks to grant funding provided by Pets for the Elderly, which has generously supported the organization’s Senior for Seniors program for nearly 25 years. During the promotion, adoption fees will be waived for all available dogs and cats aged seven months and older for adopters 60 and ove
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County Executive Bello Joins with Mayor Evans to Proclaim Week of May 3 “Small Business Week”
Rochester, NY — Monroe County Executive Adam Bello and Mayor Malik Evans proclaimed the week of May 3 to be Small Business Week in the City of Rochester and Monroe County. Small Business Week, also recognized annually by the U.S. Small Business Administration, provides an opportunity to highlight the transformative impact entrepreneurs and small business owners have on our local economy, culture and community. “Small businesses are the engine of our local economy, and entrepr
6 days ago2 min read


Historic Gardens Now Open for the Season
Visitors can enjoy Spring Plant Sale, Story Stroll, Garden Vibes concert series, and more. Rochester, NY - The gardens at the historic George Eastman Museum reopen for the season, welcoming visitors to experience their beauty in bloom. Guestsare invited to enjoy a stroll in one of Rochester’s most iconic landscapes as well as participate in seasonal experiences and programs. Guided tours of the historic landscape, free with museum admission, are offered Saturdays and Sundays
6 days ago2 min read


City to Celebrate Newly Renovated Maplewood Park Playground and Genesee Riverway Trail Improvements
Mayor Malik D. Evans will celebrate an important investment in public spaces with a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly improved Maplewood Park playground and the completed Maplewood Park segment of the Genesee Riverway Trail. Date: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 Time: 3 p.m. Location: Maplewood Park, 107 Bridge View Drive
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