Good morning, Rochester.

Rochester residents can sign up for over 100 spring recreation programs running from March through June at local R-Centers, including swim lessons, dance for fitness, and after school care (free for city residents) for kids, adults, and families.

Details and registration are on the city website.

Lollypop Farm in our community is previewing the Tails of Hope Telethon, which will air on 13WHAM ABC on Saturday, Mar.

7 from 3 to 9 p.m. The event urges local donations to help the area's animals.

Rochester's 16th Bachelor's Auction (featuring local eligible bachelor Dan Schrack) will start at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 21, at Anthology on East Avenue to benefit Cancer Support Community at Gilda's Club.

Blue Star Mothers Rochester offers help and advice for families with deployed service members.

The group meets on the 3rd Saturday of each month at 9:30 a.m. at the Ely Fagan Stevens Connor American Legion Post 1151—recommending families update passports and save the Red Cross emergency communication number 877-272-7337.

Lollypop Farm is previewing the Tails of Hope Telethon to support local animals; 13WHAM will air the event on Saturday, Mar.

7 from 3 to 9 p.m. Donors can call in during the broadcast.

Strangebird Brewery in Rochester — located at 62 Marshall St — was honored when USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice placed it third as one of the nation's top brewpubs on March 4.

The craft brewery previously won New York State Craft Brewery of the Year in 2022.

The Genesee Valley Arts Council will host Live from the Valley at Three Heads Brewing on Saturday, Mar.

7, with doors opening at 6 p.m. and music starting at 7 p.m. (Tickets are available online).

Webster Thomas High School students are preparing to perform Footloose this weekend, directed by alumnus Dr. Kyle Sackett who leads 135 students across five choirs + organizes the musical.

The show runs today through March 7 and highlights local talent.

St. John Fisher University in Pittsford will start a five-week residential nursing opportunity program this summer from July 7 to Aug.

8 to help first-generation, Pell Grant eligible students gain skills for quick entry as CNAs; selected students will live in dorms and receive ongoing academic support.

Union leaders resumed Wednesday morning's contract talks at Unity Living Center — following a 10-day notice from the union — as 110 workers without a current contract, which lapsed last July and again Feb.

18, pressed for higher wages, staff incentive and preceptor pay.

The Greg Rousseau Charity Softball Game will take place at ESL Ballpark on Sunday, June 7 to benefit the Rousseau Family Foundation, with a tailgate (10:30 a.m.), a home run derby at noon and a game start at 1 p.m. Tickets go on sale Friday.

Rochester native KC Concepcion, a Texas A&M receiver and NFL prospect, responded to viral stutter mockery after his combine performance showed his speed and skill.

He later posted an inspiring Instagram message urging those with speech challenges to stay confident and remains projected as a first- or second-round pick next month.

Grease School Edition

7 p.m. — OFC Creations Theatre Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the classic musical reimagined for schools in a community theater setting.

2026 Fly Fishers Workshop

9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. — Jewish Community Center — Free entry — Enjoy a day of fly fishing workshops, seminars, and family-friendly conservation education with food trucks and live music.

Calgary Roughnecks vs. Rochester Knighthawks

1-2 p.m. — Blue Cross Arena — Ticket prices vary — Marvel at the high-energy lacrosse showdown between two fierce rivals.

Sensory Friendly Hockey Games: Amerks

6:15-9:30 p.m. — Blue Cross Arena — Tickets required — Experience a more inclusive hockey game with sensory-friendly adjustments for all fans.

Tannahill Weavers Concert

8-11 p.m. — Lovin' Cup — $35 — Experience the captivating blend of traditional Scottish melodies and modern rhythms from this acclaimed band.

Corn Hill Neighbors Hockey Night

7:05-9:30 p.m. — Blue Cross Arena — Save $20 on tickets — Experience thrilling hockey action with the Rochester Amerks against the Toronto Marlies during Corn Hill night.

112 Concert

8:00-9:30 p.m. — West Herr Auditorium Theatre / RBTL — Tickets available — Enjoy last-minute access to an exciting concert with R&B legends 112 in Rochester.

Family Chess Club

3-4 p.m. — Winton Branch Library — Free entry — Play games and share strategies with fellow chess enthusiasts of all skill levels.

80’s vs 90’s House Party

9-11 p.m. — Skylark Lounge — Ticketed event — Dance the night away with the best beats from the 80s and 90s at this lively house party.

Rockin' For Wishes Concert

12-6 p.m. — Whiskey's Upper Deck — Support Make-A-Wish — Enjoy a day of music, raffles, and family fun featuring tribute bands for your favorite artists.