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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

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

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

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

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

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