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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Rochester schools close due to extreme cold, city opens R-Centers for warmth and safety, offering snacks and dinner.  News 10
  • Nominations for the ESL Heart of Service Awards, recognizing community contributors in Rochester, N.Y., are open until March 9.  News 10

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Firefighting teams worked to extinguish a residential blaze on Cady Street, Rochester, employing saws to access the fire.  News 10

CRIME NEWS

  • A 49-year-old man is in critical condition following a stabbing incident on Rochester's south side, with one person detained.  NewsRadio WHAM
  • Rochester Police are looking for a missing 3-year-old boy, Yasiah Johnson-Denkins, last seen with his mother, Briana Johnson, aiming to ensure their safety.  News 10

CULTURE NEWS

  • The 48th annual William Warfield Scholarship Fund Benefit Concert, themed 'Let freedom sing,' awarded a scholarship to baritone Holden Turner, supporting African American classical singers.  News 10

EDUCATION NEWS

  • All Rochester city schools will be closed Tuesday due to heavy lake effect snow, with nearby Orleans, Genesee, and Wyoming counties under a state of emergency declared by Gov. Kathy Hochul.  ABC 13

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Wednesday Women's Alcoholics Anonymous Meeting

    This event is a women's support group meeting focused on discussions around alcohol addiction and recovery, utilizing literature from Alcoholics Anonymous.

    Wed, 1/22/25

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  • Magical Motown Experience Concert

    Experience the vibrant sounds of Motown music at the West Herr Auditorium Theatre in Rochester, NY.

    Sat, 1/25/25

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  • Ying Quartet Performance

    The Ying Quartet, a noted string quartet, will perform at Eastman Theatre with proceeds supporting various charitable causes.

    Sun, 1/26/25

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  • Primal Scream//Primal Laugh: A trauma-informed somatic workshop [VIA ZOOM]

    You're invited to move your body, tap into your intuition, & co-regulate your nervous system. With trauma-informed somatic practices help to release stuck anger/frustration and connect with joy, this workshop is for people who wants to feel grounded and hopeful.

    Wed, 1/29/25

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  • Primal Scream//Primal Laugh: A trauma-informed somatic workshop [VIA ZOOM]

    You're invited to move your body, tap into your intuition, & co-regulate your nervous system. With trauma-informed somatic practices help to release stuck anger/frustration and connect with joy, this workshop is for people who wants to feel grounded and hopeful.

    Wed, 1/29/25

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  • APWA 40th Annual Awards Ceremony

    The APWA 40th Annual Awards Ceremony will honor dedicated public works professionals and successful projects that enhance community lives.

    Thu, 1/30/25

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  • Miss Casey's Art Open House

    Explore the artistic expressions of Miss Casey, who combines various media to create thought-provoking pieces that encourage introspection and community dialogue.

    Sat, 2/1/25

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  • Pokémon Card Trading Event

    A gathering for Pokémon trainers to trade cards and enhance their collections at Brighton Memorial Library.

    Sun, 2/2/25

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  • IEEE Rochester Section Executive Committee Meeting - February 2025

    The meeting discusses updates, plans, and reports from various IEEE chapters and groups within the Rochester Section.

    Tue, 2/4/25

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  • Live Music at The Angry Goat Pub

    The Public Water Supply Trio performs at The Angry Goat Pub, inviting guests to enjoy music and food in a popular Rochester venue.

    Wed, 2/5/25

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  • Dave Matthews Tribute Band Concert in Rochester

    The Dave Matthews Tribute Band will perform live, bringing their authentic tribute to the iconic sound of the Dave Matthews Band.

    Fri, 2/7/25

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