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Joan’s Closet reopens Saturday with free maternity, postpartum and baby clothes

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — Joan’s Closet is reopening this Saturday at a new location on South Clinton Avenue. The free clothing closet is now at Kindred Connection and offers maternity, postpartum and baby clothes for sizes from preemie through 24 months. The closet will be open Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. through Dec. 19. […]

Rochester, NY · 1d

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Holiday Displays Return to George Eastman Museum

Visitors are invited to celebrate the season at the George Eastman Museum as its beloved annual holiday displays have returned and will runthrough Sunday, January 3, 2027. The merry showcase features over 50 cleverly designed and beautifully decorated gingerbread creations, along with dozens of handcrafted wreaths, festive tabletop trees, and diverse mantel displays.

Rochester, NY · 1d

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Why Smaller Breweries Should Focus on Selling Beer, Not Just Making It

Five Business Lessons from Swiftwater Brewing After a Decade-Plus of Learning. Longevity isn’t just about making good beer. It’s about knowing what customers want, continually improving operations, controlling costs without compromising quality and recognizing that brewing is only one part of running a successful business. As Swiftwater Brewing...

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These Rochester Holiday Traditions Could Be Named the Best in the U.S.

Attention all holiday lovers! Three of Rochester's favorite holiday traditions are in the running to be named the best in the country via USA Today's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. We need your votes to ensure that Rochester takes home this national recognition. Be sure to vote once per day per...

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Bright Spot: Canandaigua's Bean Bags and Barbecue community event

What year was the sixth annual Bean Bags and Barbecue event held?. Which local law enforcement groups participated in the cornhole competition?. Why did Trolley Station Apartments partner with Club 86 for food service?. Canandaigua, N.Y. — Our Bright Spot shines on bean bags and barbecue. Trolley Station Apartments...

Canandaigua, NY · 3d

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'Cashew' named Purina's Chief Snuggle Officer

Purina announced a local cat named Cashew as its Chief Snuggle Officer, winning a grand prize of $25,000 and a $10,000 donation to the Wyoming County SPCA animal shelter. Cashew, his parents, Alec and Danielle Meyers, and Jackie Pinkowski, Wyoming County SPCA manager, joined ARC Rochester to discuss his big win and the importance of supporting animal rescue.

Wyoming County, NY · 1d

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Patti LaBelle, Marcus King named headliners for 2027 Rochester International Jazz Festival

How many days will the 2027 Rochester International Jazz Festival last?. Why were Patti LaBelle and Marcus King selected as 2027 headliners?. Rochester, N.Y. — Organizers announced the first two headliners Wednesday for the 2027 Rochester International Jazz Festival. Patti LaBelle is scheduled to perform Saturday, June 19 inside...

Rochester, NY · 2d

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NEXT WEDNESDAY (11/18/26) – Storytime Safari with the Zoo!

Join us for an animal-themed storytime all about “Animal Colors”! And after you listen to the story, stick around to meet a Zoo Ambassador animal!. Storytime Safari with the Zoo is designed for children (ages 3-7) and their caregivers. If you’d like to attend, please register now through our Event Calendar.

Rochester, NY · 1d

Democrat and Chronicle

New theater planned for downtown Canandaigua. Here's where | Exclusive

Sure, the building on Coach Street in Downtown Canandaigua that Nils and Amy Swanson are renovating is small. But the community theater playhouse the couple opened several years ago in Westchester County was smaller than this one. The COVID-19 pandemic, which ended their project after two performances, resulted in their move to Canandaigua. They brought the show with them. They are now in the process of renovating a small building that housed a dog-grooming business in the hopes of opening their small playhouse by spring. A sequel, if you will, to their opening act. Their Forall Theater Co. may fill a niche in Canandaigua and Finger Lakes region, as their stage and productions will be on a smaller scale than the nearby Fort Hill Performing Arts Center in Canandaigua and Bristol Valley Theater in Naples. "We'll have the most intimate space in the Finger Lakes, at least to start with," Amy Swanson said. A background in theater Both work remotely; Amy in information technology and Nils in shipping and receiving for a company that furnishes luxury resorts and hotels. Theater is in their roots, and both have been acting since their early teens. Classically trained, Nils said he's acted in

Canandaigua, NY · 2d

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Perinton asks for feedback on Spring Lake Park safety improvements after dog attacks

Perinton leaders are asking for the public’s feedback on improving safety at Spring Lake Park after dog attacks.

Perinton, NY · 4d

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The Mouthwatering Burgers At This Nostalgic New York Drive-In Joint Will Absolutely Blow Your Mind

Some meals are just meals, and then there are the ones that make you stop mid-bite and reconsider everything you thought you knew about what food could be. Mac’s Drive-In in Waterloo, New York falls firmly into that second category, and it’s been doing so for longer than most people can remember.

Waterloo, NY · 7d

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DEC adds new requirements after chronic wasting disease found in Livingston County deer

The Department of Environmental Conservation is ramping up its deer testing after a Livingston County deer tested positive for chronic wasting disease.

Livingston County, NY · 1d

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'Cashew' named Purina's Chief Snuggle Officer

Wyoming County, NY · 1d

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Local author set to cut ribbon on new Barnes & Noble in Henrietta

Local author Tim Probert will cut the ribbon on the new Barnes & Noble in Henrietta on Wednesday morning.

Henrietta, NY · 2d

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NY Legislature set to discuss proposal to cap food and drink prices for some venues

The State Legislature plans to discuss a proposal that would regulate food and beverage prices at some sports and entertainment venues.

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New Rochester coffee shop to help veterans, welcome dogs

Rochester, N.Y. (WROC) — Bark & Bean will soon open at 459 South Ave. in Rochester by the end of January. Inside, you’ll smell Finger Lakes Coffee Roasters and see dogs lounging by their owners. Laura Heltz, who dreamed up the project in 2019, wanted the shop to be dog-friendly, but most importantly she wanted […]

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EstroFest returns for brand new unfiltered sketch-comedy show

A year in the making and for one weekend only -- some of Rochester's best comedians take the stage for an unfiltered show of original sketches and lots of laughs. The women of Rochester's EstroFest are back, performing comedy skits of haunted families, twisted fair-tales, and cultural contrasts. Cast member Freyda Schneider joins ARC Rochester to preview what guests can expect at the upcoming show.

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Shake Shack Plots Hamlin Outpost With EV Chargers, No Opening Date Yet

New Independence Pkwy & Hamlin Groves Trl — Approximate Site of Proposed Shake Shack. A new Shake Shack is headed for the busy corner of New Independence Parkway and Hamlin Groves Trail in Horizon West, adding yet another burger option to a neighborhood that already has at least seven restaurants slinging patties. The 3,532-square-foot restaurant would sit on the northwest corner of that intersection, with the restaurant and patio facing New Independence Parkway.

Hamlin, NY · 4d

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Each Of These Five New York Italian Restaurants Is Still A Family Business After More Than 5 Years

Some Italian restaurants come and go, but a few New York spots have stayed in the same family hands for decades. From the Capital Region to Buffalo, Rochester, Utica, and Syracuse, these dining rooms still serve the red sauce, pasta, and veal dishes that built their reputations. Each one has...

Buffalo, NY · 5d

Democrat and Chronicle

Alicia Keys talks 'Hell's Kitchen' and growing up in NYC | Exclusive

The Grammy and Tony Award-winning musical “Hell’s Kitchen,” featuring the music of 17-time Grammy Award winner Alicia Keys , is making its way across Upstate New York. The production played Rochester’s West Herr Auditorium Theatre Nov. 3-8 as part of the Rochester Broadway Theatre League’s 2026-27 M&T Bank Broadway Season. The North American tour heads next to Syracuse’s Landmark Theatre Nov. 10-15. The show is directed by multiple-time Tony Award nominee Michael Greif, features choreography by multiple-time Tony Award nominee Camille A. Brown, a book by Pulitzer Prize finalist Kristoffer Diaz and the music of Keys. Hell's Kitchen takes you through the journey of 17-year-old Ali growing up in the Hell's Kitchen neighborhood in New York City. Along the way you learn about her life and mentors, and hear new music exclusive to the show. The following is a Q&A with Keys. Answers have been edited lightly for clarity and length. How does it feel being able to see your life onstage? This story is not autobiographical, but it is completely inspired by real moments. It’s surreal to see somuch truth come from the stage by such an incredibly talented cast. While Hell’s Kitchen is a fictionalstory, it’s inspired by