From the Community

ROCHESTER - Rochester Regional Health's Mobile Mammography Center will provide free breast cancer screenings from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, December 13 at Aenon Missionary Baptist Church, 175 Genesee Street. Men as well as women are welcome.  No insurance coverage is required. Persons interested in receiving a screening may visit the center at  any time during the scheduled time period.  Walk-ins are welcome.

Rochester, NY - Walking For Rochester has officially launched its community fundraiser running from now through February 25, 2026. This campaign will support the development and launch of Rochester’s Litter Elimination System (LES), a citywide system designed to eliminate litter through coordinated data, technology, community programs, and partnerships. The LES combines real time mapping, neighborhood level activity, volunteer engagement, business participation, and targeted

WHAT : READY will host its second annual Design Studio Showcase, themed “This Is Happening,” spotlighting the power of innovative learning environments and unveiling new school models designed to meet the needs of Rochester communities. The Showcase will also mark the Rochester introduction of Dominique Lee, founder and CEO of the BRICK Education Network, a nationally recognized leader in community-centered school transformation. Lee’s own journey began in the same role as cu

ROCHESTER, NY — Monroe County Executive Adam Bello will kick off the 2025 County Executive Holiday Concert Series with a tree-lighting ceremony and performance by the Wheatland-Chili High School Concert Band at noon on December 2 at the Monroe County Office Building Atrium. “This building truly comes alive in December with beautiful lights, festive music, and holiday cheer,” said Monroe County Executive Adam Bello. “I welcome residents to attend the free lunchtime performance

ROCHESTER, N.Y. - U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced today that Sheldon Marquis Adams, 26, of Rochester, NY, pleaded guilty before Chief U.S. District Judge Elizabeth A. Wolford to conspiracy to commit bank fraud, which carries a maximum penalty of 30 years in prison and a $250,000 fine. Assistant U.S. Attorney Katelyn M. Hartford, who is handling the case, stated that between March and September 29, 2023, Adams conspired with others to obtain hundreds of checks that h

Rochester, NY — The Greater Rochester Community of Churches (GRCC) Faith in Action Network and, in partnership with the City of Rochester, Monroe County, and numerous community, civic, and faith-based organizations, will host International Human Rights Week from December 5–14, 2025. The weeklong observance will celebrate the dignity and equality of all people and encourage collective action to advance human rights locally and globally. The 2025 celebration will open on Friday

The American Heart Association’s signature Go Red for Women® Luncheon raises awareness and critical funds WHAT: Approximately 185 people are expected at the American Heart Association’s Rochester Go Red for Women® Luncheon nationally sponsored by CVS Health and locally presented by UR Medicine. Guests will wear their favorite red attire and participate in a Hands-Only CPR experience, learn about women’s heart health and hear from a powerful group of women during the luncheon

Rochester, N.Y. – A new spotlight from Common Ground Health-Rochester RHIO, “ So Much More Than Academics: School-Based Opportunities to Address Self-Harm Among Youth ,” highlights alarming trends in youth mental health and calls for immediate action across schools, families, and communities. The spotlight reveals that emergency department visits for intentional self-harm among youth in the Finger Lakes region have surged dramatically over the past two decades. In 2023, self-

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — To reduce the risk of hospitalizations and other health complications during the holiday season, HCR Home Care is encouraging patients to keep their medical appointments.   During the holidays, HCR sees a significant rise in canceled health care appointments, which can have a negative impact on patient outcomes. Missed appointments often result in delayed wound healing, poor medication compliance, and complications from chronic conditions such as diabetes, w

The City of Rochester Public Market, 280 N. Union St., will be open on Tues., Nov. 25 and Wed., Nov. 26 from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m., offering excellent opportunities for the Rochester community to shop local for their Thanksgiving meal. The Market will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Thurs., Nov. 27, and will resume its regular schedule on Sat., Nov. 29. The Market Token Center for SNAP recipients will be open Tues., Nov. 25, and Wed., Nov. 26, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., and on Sat., No

Rochester, NY - The City of Rochester’s outdoor ice-skating rink at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park, 353 Court St, opens Mon., Nov. 24, 2025, for the winter season through Sun., Mar. 8, 2026 (weather permitting).   “Ice skating is a classic winter pastime that offers fun for all ages – and we’re fortunate to have a picture-perfect outdoor rink right in Downtown Rochester,” said Mayor Malik D. Evans. “I encourage the community to embrace the season at MLK Park!”   Ope

Rochester, NY - Holidays at the Market – the seasonal shopping favorite and family tradition – returns to the City of Rochester Public Market, 280 N. Union St, for three consecutive Sundays – Nov. 30, Dec. 7, and Dec. 14 – from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. In addition, a special evening event will be held to culminate the series on Thurs., Dec. 18, from 6 to 9 p.m.   This event series offers: A one-stop shopping destination featuring local vendors with fresh-cut Christmas trees and wrea

ROCHESTER – The late Rosa Wims was never one to turn down hosting duties for Thanksgiving. For more than 30 years, Wims hosted a Thanksgiving meal that fed hundreds in the Corn Hill neighborhood. It was an annual Rochester tradition until her passing in 2023 at the age of 100. Wims was widely known as a longtime public health advocate, and the first Black nurse’s aide at Rochester General Hospital. During her later stages in life, food preparations were handled by Foodlink, w

Bull's Head Public Meeting November 20, 2025 6pm to 8pm Rochester Regional Health St. Mary’s Campus 89 Genesee Street, Rochester NY 14611 East-West Meeting Room, Join us to explore the possibilities for redevelopment at two key sites: • 95 AMES ST • THE NEIGHBORHOOD AROUND SUSAN B. ANTHONY MUSEUM & HOUSE SOUTHWEST COMMUNITY BROWNFIELD OPPORTUNITY AREA (BOA) The 2020 Bull’s Head Revitalization Plan aimed to make the Bull’s Head  (Southwest Community) BOA area an attractive and

Rochester, N.Y. The Summit Federal Credit Union is supporting those in need in the Rochester region this holiday season by supporting Villa of Hope. Since 2016, The Summit has supported Villa of Hope’s Holiday Wishes program which gives our community the opportunity to fulfill the wishes of over 500 Rochester-area children and youth who either live at Villa of Hope, or with their families, trying to heal from trauma and rebuild their lives. From November 28th to December 31st

Who: Students and families from Padilla High School at the Franklin Campus What: Padilla Senior Night When: Thursday, November 20, 2025, 5 p.m. Where: Padilla High School at the Franklin Campus 950 Norton Street Rochester, NY 14621   Details: This is a fantastic opportunity for Padilla High School seniors and their families to explore postsecondary and career pathways that can help shape their futures. Attendees will have access to valuable information about colleges, trade p

ROCHESTER, NY — Monroe County Executive Adam Bello joined Rochester Mayor Malik Evans, Sheriff Todd Baxter, the Monroe County Department of Public Safety and local emergency responders today to launch MonroeAlert, a new county-wide initiative designed to keep residents informed and safe through real-time notifications. MonroeAlert uses the Everbridge platform to deliver instant alerts via text message, email, phone call or mobile app about critical situations, including impac

Rochester, NY – Today, Monroe County Clerk Jamie Romeo released the closure dates for Monroe County DMVs in order to allow for DMV staff to access training for the new NYSDMV modernization project. All Monroe County DMVs will be closed the following Fridays: November 21st; November 28th (All Monroe County Closed – Thanksgiving break) December 5th; December 12th; December 19th; December 26th January 2nd; January 9th; January 16th; January 23rd; January 30th February 6th; Febr

Antioch Baptist Church CITY NE 144 Baden Street Rochester, NY 14605 (585) 454-6096 Homeless food and clothing ministry Thursdays 11:00am Area Served: North side of city. Baden Street Settlement CITY NE 152 Baden Street Rochester, NY 14605 (585) 325-4910 The Emergency and Family Assistance Department assists residents to meet basic family needs. Families and individuals seeking emergency assistance will be able to resolve immediate needs for food, clothing, rent/mortgage, tran

Rochester, NY, - On Saturday November 15th from 10am-12pm, Barakah Muslim Charity will host a turkey giveaway. This giveaway is made possible by support from Islamic Relief USA. Turkeys are being distributed on a first come, first serve basis while supplies last. Media are invited to attend at 10am.    WHEN: Saturday November, 15th 2025 from 10am-12pm WHERE: Barakah Muslim Charity, 584 Jefferson Avenue, Rochester, NY 14611