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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Cub Room, an upscale restaurant in Rochester inspired by a prestigious New York City club, is closing on March 2, as its owners prepare to open a new restaurant, Bonnie and Clyde, in Fairport.  Democrat & Chronicle
  • The Rochester Boat Show is taking place this weekend at the Riverside Convention Center, with activities spread from Friday to Sunday.  ABC 13

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Firefighters extinguished a two-alarm fire at a vacant church in Rochester, with no injuries reported despite the roof collapsing during the operation.  Democrat & Chronicle

CRIME NEWS

  • 15 cars were broken into on University and East Avenues in Rochester, with police increasing patrols to deter further incidents.  ABC 13
  • The trial for the person accused in the 2004 murder of 8-year-old Savannah Streber in Rochester, which involved arson, is set to begin, marking progress in a case that has been unresolved for nearly two decades.  Rochester First
  • A man was fatally shot while driving in northeast Rochester, marking the city's fourth homicide of 2025 and the third in one week.  Democrat & Chronicle

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Rochester is emerging as a significant hub for photonics, with a strong showing at the Photonics West conference and a positive outlook for future growth, according to Dr. Sujatha Ramanujan.  News 10

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • The Child Inside Workshop

    This immersive workshop led by artist Lee Starfield encourages participants to explore and connect with their inner child through meditation, writing, and creative expression.

    Sat, 2/8/25

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  • Authentic Relating Games at Muck Duck Studio

    This event offers conversational exercises aimed at fostering authentic connections, compassion, and vulnerability among participants.

    Sun, 2/9/25

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  • Hoppy Ever After: February Beer Dinner at Rohrbach Brewing Company

    Experience a romantic beer pairing dinner featuring four indulgent courses, each expertly paired with Rohrbach's distinctive craft brews.

    Tue, 2/11/25

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  • Ruben Moreno & Big Daddy Zydeco Featuring Kevin Wimmer at Skylark Lounge

    Dynamic Zydeco performance featuring Ruben Moreno stepping in for Preston Frank, alongside Kevin Wimmer, at Skylark Lounge.

    Wed, 2/12/25

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  • Community Love Week: Happy Hour Sip + Shop Event

    This event features local handmade goods, tarot readings, food, and a charity raffle, all benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Rochester.

    Thu, 2/13/25

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  • Community Love Week: Valentine's Day Charity Dinner

    Experience a philanthropic evening with a 5-course meal prepared by Root Catering, benefiting local organizations including the Boys & Girls Club of Rochester and Foodlink.

    Fri, 2/14/25

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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