Good morning, Rochester.

The Rochester Polar Plunge raised nearly $350,000 for the New York Special Olympics with 1,500 participants at Ontario Beach Park, part of the city’s Lakeside Winter Celebration.

The Bikers Against Child Abuse hosted a spaghetti dinner fundraiser at the Moose Lodge in Henrietta, N.Y., to support their efforts in empowering and protecting abused children.

A stand-up comedy event at The Carlson raised funds for the Golisano Autism Center in Rochester, NY.

Firefighters responded to a fire in a Maplewood neighborhood home on Saturday evening, urging residents to shovel around fire hydrants.

22-year-old Jabriel Henderson was identified as the victim of a fatal shooting on Ellison Street in Rochester, with no suspects in custody as police seek information.

Rochester Lifestyle Medicine Institute is offering three virtual cooking classes in February aimed at promoting healthier eating habits to reduce the risk of cognitive decline, heart disease, and weight gain.

The University of Rochester Medical Center offers bi-monthly Opioid Overdose Prevention Training sessions to educate on identifying overdoses and using NARCAN effectively, complemented by free overdose prevention kits for participants.

Senior guards Trevor Stroud and Josh Harter have propelled Avon's basketball team to success with their scoring prowess, with Harter becoming the program’s all-time assists leader and both surpassing 1,000 career points.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Authentic Relating Games at Muck Duck Studio

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Self-Care Soiree at ARTISANWorks

The Self-Care Soiree features over 70 local artisans showcasing a variety of products, along with wellness activities, a food fair, and access to a large art collection.