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FAIRPORT, N.Y. – Effective, January 21, 2026, Lollypop Farm, the Humane Society of Greater Rochester, will update eligibility requirements for its Spay/Neuter,Incentive Program to align with guidelines tied to grant funding received through New York State's Animal Population Control Program, administered by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. Under the revised requirements, household income is no longer an eligibility criterion for pet owners seekin

ROCHESTER, NY – The inaugural RPO Dance Festival starts stunningly with the highly anticipated reunion of the orchestra and longtime arts-community collaborator Garth Fagan Dance (Saturday, Jan. 24; Sunday, Jan. 25, 2026), presenting “ Days and Nights in Rocinha ,” composed by Philip Glass , with original choreography by GFD Artistic and Rehearsal Director Norwood “PJ” Pennewell. The program also features Leonard Bernstein’s Three Dance Episodes from “On the Town,” and en

Rochester, N.Y., January 20, 2026 – East House officially announces their 2 nd annual PAR FOR THE CAUSE Golf Tournament on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at The Links at Greystone. This event supports and raises funds to empower individuals in recovery from mental health and substance use disorders to live healthy and fulfilling lives in their community. Purchase your foursome, sponsorship, or ad to this annual event: https://onecau.se/2026parforthecause If you have questions abo

Rochester, NY — The American Red Cross is facing a severe blood shortage as requests from hospitals exceed the available supply of blood, leading to about a 35% drawdown of blood products in the past month. Individuals are urged to give now so patients don’t face delays in lifesaving care. The shortage is especially serious for platelets and types O, A negative and B negative blood. High flu activity in nearly every state may be sidelining donors, slowing efforts to rebuild t

Rochester, NY - The temporary Maplewood Community Library, 414 Lexington Ave., is closed to the public as staff prepare for its relocation to the newly renovated and expanded facility at 1111 Dewey Ave. The library branch will reopen to patrons and resume operations in March.   Due dates for items on loan from the Maplewood Community Library have been extended to April 30. During the closure, patrons can return library items to any library in Monroe County, including the nine

Fairy Godmothers of Rochester is hosting a dress drive for gently used prom dresses to be donated. Rochester, NY  --- Fairy Godmothers of Rochester is asking community members to drop off their gently used prom dresses and prom attire for donation. When:  Saturday, January 24th, 2026  10 am-12 pm Where:  Marketplace Mall at THE OLD DICKS SPORTING GOODS 30 West Henrietta Drive  Rochester, NY 14623 Fairy Godmothers of Rochester promotes self-confidence and individual beauty by

Monroe Community Hospital Job Fair. 435 East Henrietta Road. Rochester, NY Rochester, N.Y. — Monroe Community Hospital (MCH) will host its monthly job fair Thursday, Jan. 22, from 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m., inviting job seekers to explore a wide range of clinical, administrative, and support service careers at the county-run health care facility. The event will feature opportunities in nursing, therapy, respiratory care, clinical coordination, quality assurance, human re

Who: Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) and conductor Herb Smith perform with student musicians from the School of the Arts Concert Choir and School No. 19’s Strings for Success Program   What: “I Have a Dream” – A special concert in the RPO’s OrKIDStra series celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr. Day   When: Sunday, January 18, 2026, 1–2 p.m., family activitiesSunday, January 18, 2026, 2–3 p.m., concert   Where: Hochstein School of Music50 North Plymouth AvenueRochester, N

Rochester, NY - Excellus BlueCross BlueShield has opened the application portal for its 2026 Health Equity Innovation Awards, inviting nonprofit organizations to apply for funding that supports innovative, community-based solutions to reduce health disparities and improve health outcomes. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations within Excellus BCBS’s service area can apply online at ExcellusBCBS.com . The application period runs from Wednesday, January 14 at 10:00 a.m. through Frida

Featuring Isabel Randall, soprano and poet, and Ines Draskovic, piano Date: February 15, 2026 Time: 3:00 PM Location: St. Paul's Episcopal Church Details: A program of art song, musical theater, opera, and original poetry, exploring Isabel Randall’s journey from her birth in Spain to Broadway to now as a poet and opera singer. Advance Tickets: General Admission $30, Senior Student $25 At the Door: $35 - Don't wait, purchase your tickets today and save!

The City of Rochester is planning to open three R-Centers 1/15/26 for special hours in response to the forecasted winter snowstorm and the closing of Rochester City Schools.   The following R-Centers will open from 12 noon to 4 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 15, and will offer young people lunch, dinner and healthy activities:   David F. Gantt R-Center, 700 North St.   Edgerton R-Center, 41 Backus St.   Adams Street R-Center, 85 Adams St.   All other R-Centers will be closed on Thurs

Who: Students in the ROC City Players   What: Production of CATS, Young Actors Edition   When: Friday, January 16, 2026, 7:30 p.m.Saturday, January 17, 2026, 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.   Where: Padilla High School at the Franklin Campus950 Norton StreetRochester, NY 14621   Details: Students from across the District will take center stage in a production of CATS, Young Actors Edition, the latest performance from ROC City Players. Rehearsals began in October 2025. Founded in 201