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Experience the vibrant hues of fall in Western New York like never before! Next month, the New York Museum of Transportation in Rush will introduce an electric trolley car ride through the scenic Genesee River valley. These 20-minute journeys are scheduled for Sundays – Oct. 8, 15, and 29. Your museum ticket covers the ride, […]
Monroe County celebrated the inauguration of a new facility for the Deaf Refugee Advocacy Group in recognition of Deaf Awareness Month. Situated at Sibley Square, this new hub offers American sign language workshops, job preparation, and essential life skill sessions, complemented by social gatherings for newcomers. Diana Pryntz, the founder and executive director of the […]
The Strong National Museum of Play introduces a special promotion to boost visits. Beginning this week, visitors can enjoy a 50% discount on entry fees from 4-8 p.m. every Friday until year’s end. However, on October 20, the museum will not be open due to the yearly Play Ball fundraising event. Regular hours for the […]
The Lincoln Branch Library at 851 Joseph Avenue celebrated its grand re-opening yesterday after being shut since last August for refurbishments. Enhancements to the facility feature enhanced accessibility to the toy library and upgraded lighting across the premises. Mayor Malik D. Evans marked the occasion with a ribbon-cutting event in the morning. Source: 13 Wham
Lollypop Farm marks its 150th milestone this weekend with the Barktober Fest celebration! Join a festive gathering perfect for families and their canine companions, featuring a variety of attractions like a bounce house, exciting raffles, a K9 hot dog dunking challenge, a pup costume competition, and more. Attendees have the opportunity to sign up for […]
Amazon is set to host a recruitment event in Rochester this week, aiming to fill 1,000 vacancies. The recruitment event will take place on Friday, from 8 am to 6 pm at the Italian American Community Center, located at 150 Frank DiMino Way in Gates. Amazon is offering a mix of full-time, seasonal, and part-time […]
Starting today, Monroe County is offering rapid COVID-19 home test kits to the public. You can collect these kits at no cost from libraries throughout the county at the following locations: All branches in Rochester Brighton Chili Clarkson East Rochester Fairport Gates Hamlin Henrietta Irondequoit Mendon Ogden Parma Penfield Pittsford Riga Rush Both branches in […]
Governor Kathy Hochul visited Rochester on Friday to announce a strategy aimed at curbing the escalating car thefts. She has named the effort the Comprehensive Auto-theft Reduction Strategy, aka C.A.R.S. This initiative is built around five central pillars: prevention, enforcement, legal action, safeguarding consumers, and raising awareness. The strategy encompasses a $50 million funding to […]
Over the weekend, M&T Bank partnered with the Memorial Art Gallery to revive the Clothesline Art Festival. The gallery’s lawn was filled with food trucks, vendors, and various activities, with art being the centerpiece. Artists, numbering over 300 from throughout the nation, showcased their creations, which were up for sale. From paintings to textiles, the […]
Local pet owners now have a new option for emergency services. The Erie Canal Animal Hospital, situated on South Union Street in Spencerport, has announced its new urgent care offering. To cater to pets requiring immediate attention that can’t hold off for the next standard appointment, they’ve added an extra veterinarian available from 8 am […]