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Saturday, February 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Elevate Dance Center in Southeast Rochester celebrates its first anniversary with an event featuring free dance workshops and activities for all ages, highlighting its commitment to community and diversity in dance. Democrat & Chronicle
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Rochester police arrested 21-year-old Niger Johnson, accused of participating in a mass shooting at Maplewood Park last summer, which resulted in two deaths and five injuries. Democrat & Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Rochester Artist Collaborative's First Friday event showcases the work of emerging local artists, highlighting the importance of community support for artists facing barriers. Rochester Beacon
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Urban-Suburban program in Rochester, aiming to enhance school desegregation, announces a February 14 application deadline for the next academic year, alongside celebrating its significant impact with a 60th Anniversary Gala. Rochester First
- ➤ ROC the Future Alliance receives national Systems Change recognition for its significant role in enhancing educational equity in Rochester by altering policies and practices towards equitable opportunities for youths, especially focusing on children of color and those in poverty. Democrat & Chronicle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ National Wear Red Day focuses on heart disease awareness for women with blood pressure screenings and education at Strong Memorial Hospital. News 10
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Heroic Tchaikovsky Concert Featuring Local Talent
An in-person concert featuring Tchaikovsky's Piano Trio along with works by local composers, including a free admission offer for students and children.
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Dekes & Dangles Hockey Camp - Skills Development
This hockey camp, designed for various age groups, offers skill development in puck protection and offensive techniques, hosted at the Lakeshore Hockey Arena.
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Peewee Major to Bantam Travel Checking Clinic
This 60-minute checking clinic is tailored for travel players transitioning from Peewee Major to Bantam Minor, focusing on proper checking techniques.
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CASHFLOW 101® Game Night for Entrepreneurs
This event offers a unique opportunity to play the CASHFLOW 101 board game, designed to teach financial literacy and networking among aspiring entrepreneurs.
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