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Rochester, NY - PI’s Lounge, in partnership with Copeland Twins Production and a dedicated coalition of local sponsors and community stakeholders, is pleased to announce a Free Back-to-School Event on Friday, September 4, 2026, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The event will take place at the Tops Parking Lot, located at 491 West Avenue, Rochester, NY. This initiative aims to support Rochester children and families in preparing for the upcoming school year by providing complimenta

Rochester, NY – An individual who tested positive for measles traveled through the Louise M. Slaughter Rochester Train Station, 320 Central Avenue on Saturday, August 29 and may have exposed others to the disease. The individual is not a resident of Monroe County and was only traveling through Monroe County enroute to their final destination. Measles is a highly contagious respiratory disease caused by a virus that is spread by direct contact with nasal or throat secretions o

Rochester City Hall, Neighborhood Service Centers, R-Centers, Rochester Animal Services, Rochester Public Libraries, the Rochester Traffic Violations Agency, the 311 Call Center, and the Honorable Loretta C. Scott Center for Human Services administrative office building at 57 St. Paul St. will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7, in observance of Labor Day.   Refuse and recycling collection will not take place on Monday, Sept. 7, and pickups will be delayed by one day for the rem

Art lovers are invited to the Rochester Public Market, 280 N. Union St., on Sunday, Sept. 20, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the 21st Artist Row Juried Art Show. Admission and parking are free. This year, Artist Row will feature more than 200 artists, both rising and established, showcasing the diversity of Rochester’s vibrant communities through a variety of mediums. Categories include 3-D sculpture, ceramics, drawing and painting, fiber arts, jewelry, mixed media, mosaic and

Now through November, the City of Rochester’s Fall recreation season offers more than 150 programs and activities for kids, adults, and families. From athletics and dance to music and nature exploration, all program details and registration are now available at www.CityofRochester.gov/Recreation. “With the new Maplewood Nature Center, we have more in store for kids and families this school year than ever before—from after school care to activities for all ages,” said Mayor

A Call to Women of Color Founded by Jackie Dozier Rochester, NY - What began two decades ago as a backyard gathering has grown into a treasured community tradition. This September, A Call to Women of Color will mark its 20th anniversary with three days of events Sept. 11 – 13 celebrating sisterhood, health and community. Founded by Jackie Dozier, director of Community Health and Well-Being at the Combined Entity of Common Ground Health-Finger Lakes Performing Provider System-

Rochester, NY – September marks the beginning of Hunger Action Month, a nationwide campaign dedicated to raising awareness about hunger and inspiring action in communities across the country. To kick off the month, Excellus BlueCross BlueShield and Foodlink representatives visited a Curbside Market stop to highlight their longstanding partnership and shared commitment to improving access to healthy food throughout the Rochester region. Over the years, Excellus BlueCross BlueS

Rochester, NY — Kidz City, Rochester’s largest seasonal kids and teens consignment event, is back this weekend with thousands of high‑quality, gently‑used items at unbeatable prices. The Fall/Winter Sale will take place September 4–6 at Minett Hall at The Dome Arena in Henrietta, offering families a one‑stop destination for clothing, shoes, toys, books, baby gear, sports equipment, winter essentials, and back‑to‑school must‑haves. The Kidz City Sale brings together hundreds o

A part of the extended play area at the Greater Rochester International Airport Rochester, NY — Monroe County Executive Adam Bello and Strong Museum of Play President & CEO Steve Dubnik today cut the ribbon on the expanded Strong Museum of Play area at the Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC). Located in Concourse A, the play area now provides more than 1,000 square feet of themed, interactive exhibit space, including new glass barriers, flight-the

Rochester has been selected to participate in the Youth Climate Action Fund (YCAF), a global initiative supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies that facilitates partnerships between cities and young people to develop and fund local climate solution ideas. Through YCAF, teams of at least two young people ages 15 to 24 can apply for grants of up to $5,000 to turn their climate action ideas into projects that can help shape the City’s upcoming Climate Action Plan (CAP) update.

The Town of Greece announced the launch of the Dewey Avenue Commercial Façade Improvement Program, a new initiative designed to encourage private investment in commercial properties and enhance the appearance and economic vitality of the Dewey Avenue commercial corridor. The program provides matching grants of up to $10,000 to eligible commercial property and business owners within the Stone Road portion of the Dewey Avenue Mixed Use Zoning District. Grants require 50% applic

Rochester Fashion Runway returns this fall with Living Provenance, an immersive evening where fashion, art, music, and storytelling converge on the runway. Taking place Saturday, September 5 at 5 p.m. at The Hochstein School, the event will feature visionary designers, community connection, and a curated experience that celebrates the creativity and craftsmanship flourishing throughout the Rochester region. More than a traditional fashion show, Living Provenance invites audie