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WHO: Clixo and The STRONG National Museum of Play WHAT: Come experience one of TIME’s best inventions of 2025! Join Clixo for an immersive, hands-on STEM weekend at The STRONG National Museum of Play! On Saturday, November 8, and Sunday, November 9, families are invited to explore creativity and innovation through Clixo’s award winning magnetic play system, free with museum admission. The museum’s Play Lab will transform into a vibrant Clixo Creation Studio, where kids and p

ROCHESTER, N.Y. – On Wednesday, October 30 from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Mary McLeod Bethune School #45 (1445 Clifford Avenue) will host the tenth annual Halloween in the Hallway—a cheerful, safe-and-inclusive community event open to students, families, and nearby residents. The event is proudly sponsored in part by the Andrew Langston Center for Educational Excellence, a Rochester-based non-profit founded in honor of radio pioneer Andrew Langston. The Center supports youth

ROCHESTER, NY - Daylight saving time ends on Sunday, November 2 and the American Red Cross encourages everyone to test their smoke alarms as they   turn their clocks back to make sure the devices are working.   “Working smoke alarms cut the risk of dying in a home fire in half as you only have about two minutes to safely get out,” said Ken Turner, Regional Disaster Officer, American Red Cross of Western New York. “Every second counts when there’s a home fire and the sooner an

The City of Rochester, in partnership with the national nonprofit Cities for Financial Empowerment (CFE) Fund , announced today that legacy planning services are now available through the Rochester Financial Empowerment Center (FEC). The free one-on-one financial counseling program provides city families with support and access to knowledge and information to take steps toward protecting and preserving their assets.   The Rochester FEC  team empowers residents to reach their

Rochester Animal Services (RAS) is celebrating Halloween with a frightfully fun adoption special! On Friday, Oct. 31, adopters are invited to visit the shelter at 184 Verona St. from 12 noon to 6 p.m. to pick a mystery adoption deal from Halloween Purr-anormal Picks! Cats (usually $35) — adopt for FREE, $5, or $15 Dogs (usually $50) — adopt for FREE, $10, or $25   Each Purr-anormal Pick contains a surprise discount, offering a fun and festive way for community members to find

ROCHESTER, N.Y. - Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) is holding two more Community Connection events this week in the Rochester area. These are informational open houses that offer customers the opportunity to connect with customer service representatives in person. Customers will have the chance to learn about assistance programs they may qualify for, such as the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP), a federal grant program that helps income-eligible customers pay for energy

Mayor Malik D. Evans announced today that the City of Rochester is accepting nominations for the 2026-2028 term of the New American Advisory Council (NAAC) now through Nov. 7 on the City’s website, at www.cityofrochester.gov/NAAC .   The New American Advisory Council advises the Mayor’s Office and Rochester City Council, providing advice, knowledge, and information so they can address issues important to new Americans, including immigrants and refugees.   The NAAC is comprise

Rochester, NY — Akimbo Books, a beloved independent bookstore known for its carefully curated selection and commitment to small press literature, has announced that this will be its final holiday season. Since opening in 2022, Akimbo has become a vibrant literary hub in Rochester, New York — hosting readings, community events, and championing books that inspire empathy, imagination, and social change. “It’s bittersweet to say goodbye,” said founder and owner Rachel Crawford.

Who: Dr. Eric Jay Rosser, Superintendent of Schools   What: RCSD Literacy Campaign   When:Monday, October 27, 2025, 10:27 a.m.   Where: Francis Parker School No. 23, 170 Barrington Street Rochester, NY 14607   Details: On Monday morning, October 27, classrooms across the District will view a special video message from Dr. Eric Jay Rosser, Superintendent of Schools, about the power of reading.  The District’s literacy campaign, Level Up for Reading, calls for everyone to build

WHAT: ESL will host a ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the opening of its new branch in the Bull’s Head neighborhood. The event will include ESL senior management, dignitaries, community members, and a special unveiling of a community mural designed by local artist Shawn Dunwoody. The Bull’s Head Office is the third new branch build that ESL committed to building in the City of Rochester to help improve access to financial resources for city residents and businesses.   WHEN: M

Trunk or Treat hosted by Ibero, October 25, 2025 fom 12-5pm. Rochester, NY- The International Plaza, 828 N. Clinton Ave., will host its annual Trunk or Treat at the Plaza Halloween celebration from 12 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 25.   This free community event promises an afternoon full of fun and excitement, featuring free candy, free pumpkins, and a costume contest for all ages. Families are encouraged to dress up and enjoy a safe, festive environment filled with creative c

This marks the fourth Great Place to Work selection of 2025 for the credit union. ROCHESTER, N.Y. – ESL Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce that Great Place to Work® and Fortune  magazine named the locally owned financial institution as one of 2025’s Best Workplaces for Women. ESL ranked number #15 on the list of 50 Best Small and Medium Workplaces for Women. The remaining 100 companies feature large companies with more than 1,000 employees to complete the full list o