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The Rochester City School District’s School Selection process for the 2026 – 2027 school year opens today, Monday, December 8. This applies to families with students entering Kindergarten, 7th, or 9th grade, including PreK 4 students currently attending an RCSD program or receiving Special Education support. Families can apply to attend a school in their zone in addition to several citywide offerings. The application process is fully online at www.rcsdk12.org/schoolselection

Holidays at the Market – the seasonal shopping favorite and family tradition – continues at the City of Rochester Public Market, 280 N. Union St, for two more consecutive Sundays – 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 wreaths, handcrafted items

ROCHESTER, NY —  Monroe County Executive Adam Bello today announced the return of Monroe County Winterfest to Mendon Ponds Park. This popular family event will offer free activities for people of all ages throughout the park on Saturday, January 17, 2026 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. “Winterfest is a reminder that even in the winter months, our parks system has so much to offer,” said County Executive Bello . “With games, activities, great food, and more, Winterfest is a great oppor

WHAT: Celebrate the season at MAG with half-price admission from 5:00–8:00 pm and a festive Holiday Sip & Shop Night on Friday, December 12. Enjoy live holiday jazz in the Vanden Brul Pavilion and shopping in THE STORE @ MAG, stocked with art-inspired gifts, work by local artists, MAG merchandise, stocking stuffers, and more. Complimentary gift wrapping is available. Sit down for dinner at Brown Hound Downtown or swing by the bar for a holiday cocktail. The evening’s special

Rochester, NY - The International Plaza, 828 N. Clinton Ave., will host its second-annual Dia de las Velitas, Day of the Little Candles, on Sunday, Dec. 7, from 1 to 5 p.m.   This special Market Days event will kick-off the holiday season with afternoon of flavor, togetherness, and celebration for all ages.  Families and visitors are invited to honor this beautiful custom with festive music, candle displays, and joyful community spirit.   Guests can also enjoy delicious food

ROCHESTER, NY - 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 — El director ejecutivo del condado de Monroe, Adam Bello, inaugurará la serie de los conciertos navideños del Ejecutivo del Condado 2025 con una ceremonia de encendido del árbol y una actuación de la Banda de Conciertos del Instituto Wheatland-Chili al mediodía del 2diciembre en el atrio del Edificio de las Oficinas del Condado de Monroe. “Este edificio realmente cobra vida en diciembre con una hermosa iluminación, música festiva y alegría navideña", dijo Adam

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

New York Attorney General Letitia James has filed a federal lawsuit to stop the Trump administration from enforcing a new policy that could strip food assistance from tens of thousands of lawful permanent residents, including many from immigrant and refugee communities. James is leading a coalition of 21 attorneys general challenging an October 31 U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) memo that dramatically restricts Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) eligibilit

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 w

Rochester, NY - 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

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