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Thursday, April 30th 5:30PM City Council Work Session – DES Update Room 309A 6:30PM NJH Committee Public Hearing – Legislation Pertaining to the Sale of School No. 20 Tuesday, May 5th 4:00PM Neighborhoods, Jobs & Housing Committee* 4:10PM Rochester Urban Renewal Agency Review Committee* 4:15PM Budget, Finance & Governance Committee* 6:00PM NJH Committee Public Hearing - Legislation Pertaining to the Sale of School No. 20 Thursday, May 7th 4:00PM People, Parks and Public Works

The City of Rochester will host Flower Fest, a one-time commemorative celebration honoring the 50th anniversary of the iconic City Mark, inviting the community to gather for an evening of art, culture, and Rochester pride. The free event will take place Saturday, June 6, from 6 to 10 p.m. on the Pont de Rennes Bridge in the High Falls District. “Rochester’s City Mark is one of the most recognizable symbols of our community, and this 50th anniversary is a moment worth celebrat

Who: Students, families, and Principal Katie Yarlett-Fenti from Francis Parker School No. 23 and Officers from the Rochester Police Department What: A community bike ride from the Rochester Museum and Science Center to Francis Parker School No. 23 in celebration of National Bike to School Day. When: Wednesday, May 6, 2026 Where: Rochester Museum and Science Center, 7:00 – 7:20 a.m. 657 East Avenue Rochester, NY 14607 Francis Parker School No. 23, 7:30 a.m. 170 Bar

Thursday, April 30th 5:30PM NJH Committee Public Hearing - Legislation Pertaining to the Sale of School No. 20 6:30PM NJH Committee Public Hearing – Legislation Pertaining to the Sale of School No. 20 Tuesday, May 5th 4:00PM Neighborhoods, Jobs & Housing Committee* 4:30PM Budget, Finance & Governance Committee 6:00PM NJH Committee Public Hearing - Legislation Pertaining to the Sale of School No. 20 Thursday, May 7th 4:00PM People, Parks and Public Works Committee* 4:30PM Publ

On Saturday, May 2, from 12 noon to 4 p.m., Rochester Animal Services invites the Rochester community to find their forever friend for free. Approved adopters can adopt dogs for free from Rochester Animal Services as part of the BISSELL Pet Foundation “Empty the Shelters” program, which works with organizations nationwide to reduce adoption fees and make pet adoption accessible to more families. Fifteen dogs are currently available for adoption at Rochester Animal Services,

Neighborhoods, Jobs & Housing Committee Chair Michael A. Patterson will host two hearings on legislation pertaining to the sale of School No. 20, as well as other school properties that could be reimagined in the future, as Rochester City Council continues to consider new avenues for unused Rochester City School District buildings. “Since school buildings play a large role in City neighborhoods, I am encouraging City residents to play a larger role in Council’s decision-makin

Legendary Jazz Bassist Ron Carter Rochester, N.Y. — The Black Community Focus Fund (BCFF) is proud to present a special Juneteenth and Black Music Month celebration concert featuring legendary jazz bassist Ron Carter and his Foursight Quartet on Friday, June 19, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. at The Hochstein School. This powerful community event will bring one of the most influential musicians in jazz history to Rochester for an unforgettable evening of music, culture, and inspiration. A

Rochester, NY - Rochester’s popular Food Truck Rodeo returns to the City of Rochester Public Market at 280 N. Union St. tomorrow, with plenty of food and featuring local band Big Lake. The Food Truck Rodeo series brings together dozens of Rochester’s favorite food trucks serving a wide variety of creative mobile eats, and pairs them with live, local sounds – come early for the food and stay late for the music. The Food Truck Rodeo happens from 5 to 9 p.m. on the last Wed

Annual event honors workers killed and injured on the job; calls for stronger workplace protections This afternoon, the Rochester Labor Council will host its annual Workers Memorial Day observance to honor workers who have been killed, injured, or made ill on the job, and to renew the fight for safer working conditions. WHAT: Rochester Labor Council Annual Workers Memorial Day Ceremony WHO: Dan Maloney, President, Rochester Labor CouncilMonroe County Executive Adam BelloNew

Rochester, NY — Monroe County Executive Adam Bello and members of the County Legislature honored the recipients of the 2026 Young Citizen of the Year, Gary Mervis Youth Team Achievement, and Willie W. Lightfoot Youth Advocate of the Year awards at a ceremony held last night at Monroe Community College. “The annual Monroe County Legislative Youth Awards are a great way to honor our local youth for their outstanding accomplishments,” said County Executive Bello. “I am proud to

Rochester, NY – County Executive Adam Bello and City of Rochester Department of Environmental Services Commissioner Kabutey Ocansey gathered in Maplewood Park to mark the 43rd Anniversary of the City and County Annual Arbor Day Celebration. This year, the event also marked the 250th anniversary of the United States. They planted a Yoshino Cherry, a Sugar Maple, and a Red Oak Tree to commemorate Arbor Day. The Yoshino Cherry is the famous trees variety that bloom in Washington

Rochester, NY - Mayor Malik D. Evans today announced the 2026 events season at the Rochester Public Market, 280 N. Union St. Dozens of special events through the end of the year offer music, food, and fun for all ages. Year-round, the Rochester Public Market also offers market days featuring produce and goods from local farmers, food makers, and small businesses at affordable prices on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m., and Saturdays, 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. “From ma