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Tonight, Mayor Malik D. Evans and the City of Rochester’s Black Heritage Committee will kick off the annual Black Heritage event series with the free Art, Jazz and Food Tasting, featuring the work of local artists, the culinary creations of local restaurants and caterers, and the music of Paul Boutte and Roc Music. Date: Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026 Time: 5:30 p.m. (Remarks begin at 6 p.m.) Location: City Hall Atrium, 30 Church St. The event series coincides with Bl

Who: School Without Walls students American Red Cross What: Sickle Cell Awareness Event and Blood Drive When: Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 4 p.m. Where: School Without Walls, 480 Broadway, Rochester, NY 14607 Details: School Without Walls will host its fourth annual Sickle Cell Awareness Event and American Red Cross Blood Drive on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, continuing a student-led effort to raise awareness about sickle cell disease and help address the ongoing nati

ROCHESTER, NY – Take Your Child to the Library Day Will be Celebrated in participating Monroe County Library System locations on Saturday, February 7, 2026 On the first Saturday next month, February 7, 2026, Monroe County Libraries will celebrate the international Take Your Child to the Library Day. Now in its 15th year, this annual event is a wonderful opportunity for children to have fun while parents and caregivers learn more about their library. Take Your Child to the Lib

Rochester, NY - Mayor Malik D. Evans announced a new round of funding for arts programming and art projects through the City’s ArtsBloom program. Local artists and small arts organizations are encouraged to submit proposals. “Rochester has a long and proud history of creativity throughout our neighborhoods, institutions, and people,” Evans said. “The arts help tell our story, bring us together, and make our city stronger. Every resident should have access to the arts, and we

Who: Dr. Eric Jay Rosser, Superintendent of Schools Rochester dignitaries and on-air personalities What: Level Up Read & Play Day When: Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Where: Dr. Iris J. Banister School No. 33 – 10 a.m . (World Read Aloud Day) 500 Webster Avenue, Rochester, NY 14609 The Flower City School No. 54 – 11:30 a.m. (Global Day of Play) 36 Otis Street, Rochester, NY 14606 Details: For the first time, the Rochester City School Distri

The Rochester Lilac Festival has been nominated for USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Award for Best Flower Festival in the USA, and the community’s support is needed to secure the top spot. The 128 th Rochester Lilac Festival will run from Friday, May 8, through Sunday, May 17, 2026. It is an award-winning, time-honored tradition celebrated since 1898, in conjunction with the blooming of the most extensive lilac collection in the Northeast. How to Vote Visit:...

What: “ Live from the Valley” – Benefit Concert Kickoff event for the Keep the Arts Alive 2026 Campaign Tickets: https://gvartscouncil.org/pages/keep-the-arts-alive-2026 When: Saturday, March 7, 2026 6:00 Doors Open 7:00pm Music Begins Where: Three Heads Brewing,186 Atlantic Avenue, Rochester, NY Who: Genesee Valley Council on the Arts (GVCA) in partnership with Three Heads Brewing Featured Performers: Head to the Roots & Public Water Supply & Candy

ROCHESTER, N.Y. - Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) is partnering with Monroe County to accept and process Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) applications at an outreach event in Rochester tomorrow, January 30, and will continue through February. HEAP is a federally funded program that helps eligible households cover energy costs. The events are designed to help customers find resources available to help manage their monthly energy costs. A Monroe County staff member will

Rochester, NY, - The Memorial Art Gallery (MAG) invites the community to celebrate Black History Month with A Salute to Black Excellence: 100 Years of Celebrating Black History on Sunday, February 8, from 12:00 to 4:00 pm. During this free celebration guests can experience a vibrant afternoon of jazz, blues, hip hop, and more in the Pythodd Tribute Music Lounge, alongside storytelling, dance and vocal performances, art making activities, and additional programming for all ag

Wishing you could do something to Empower Voters and Defend Democracy? Jan. 31, 10AM-2:30PM @Third Presbyterian Church, 4 Meigs Street, Rochester. The main entrance is on Meigs Street, and the main parking lot is across the street. There are steps. The handicapped accessible interest is in the back of the building, as is handicapped parking. Schedule: 10-12, Activities Fair: Members of our different committees will be here to speak with members and visitors about what we're u

ROCHESTER, N.Y. - While grocery store shelves may be empty, firewood piles filled and cell phones charged, there may be a few more items to check off on your prep list for the upcoming winter storms. Along with the many other hazards of cold weather: it can pose some unique concerns when it comes to heart health. The American Heart Association, a global force changing the future of health for all, offers some important information for staying heart-safe when temperatures dro

Rochester, NY - Mayor Malik D. Evans has announced that City R-Centers will open early on Tuesday, Jan. 27, while the Rochester City School District is closed. All City R-Centers will operate from 12 noon to 7 p.m., and will offer lunch and dinner. “We are pleased to offer Rochester’s children places to stay warm, stay safe, and have fun while winter weather impacts school schedules,” said Mayor Evans. “And I want to extend our sincere thanks to Foodlink for providing lunch