Good morning, Rochester.

The Helmer Nature Center hosted Maple Sugar Weekend on Sunday with an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast+featuring pancakes, sausage, juice, coffee, and locally made maple syrup in Rochester.

Visitors joined maple sugaring tours until 1 p.m.+at the center on Pinegrove Avenue.

On Saturday, women entrepreneurs, community advocates, and business leaders gathered at ARTISANworks as the Greater Rochester Chapter of NOW hosted the Women Mean Business Expo to promote women-owned businesses and address pay equity—local data shows women earn about 90 cents for every dollar compared to men. The day-long event also featured panel discussions, vendor tables, and workshops to support economic empowerment and leadership.

Business partners will open Easy Sailor Tiki at 622 Park Ave in June in a 1,500-square-foot space near a UPS shop—featuring a bamboo cabana and tiki memorabilia—and will serve rum drinks with at least four lively garnishes, one of which will be on fire.

Early Saturday morning, Rochester police responded to an alarm at The Op Shop on Charlotte Street and found the front door smashed and the cash register stolen — the shop advised customers to use the back entrance until repairs are completed.

A pair of bald eagles is nesting along Lake Ontario in Irondequoit where people have gathered to watch and photograph them.

Conservationists warn that close crowds may cause the eagles to leave the nest—putting the eggs and eaglets at risk.

On Sunday, March 23, 2025, a small crowd remembered Daniel Prude near the site of his fatal encounter with police — discussing the proposed Daniel's Law designed to change mental health crisis responses and highlighting his lasting impact as local leaders call for reform.

Rochester Gas & Electric and NYSEG warned customers that scammers have been making calls, sending texts, and going door-to-door to ask for money or personal details and said they do not send workers inside homes to take pictures of bills or use computers—customers should call the numbers on their bills if they are unsure.

The Amerks hosted Bills Day against the Utica Comets on March 23 at Blue Cross Arena to benefit Golisano Children's Hospital — fans could win autographed Bills gear and special jerseys through an auction.

Proceeds from the auction will support the hospital’s care programs.

Dirty Dancing In Concert - Live Film Experience

Experience the classic film 'Dirty Dancing' like never before with a live band and singers performing the film's iconic soundtrack on a full-size cinema screen.

Knitting & Crochet Help Session with Sharilyn Ross

12-2 p.m. — Lift Bridge Yarns — Contact to confirm pricing — Get personalized assistance for your knitting or crochet projects in a welcoming group setting.

Until I Wake Concert

Until I Wake will perform live at Montage Music Hall in Rochester.

Monthly Jigsaw Puzzle Swap Event

This event at The Bird House invites puzzle enthusiasts to exchange jigsaw puzzles with one another.

On-Site Tour at Wolk Manor Memory Care

9 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Lodge at Wolk Manor Memory Care | Free entry | Explore community features and experience award-winning senior living amenities firsthand.

Senior Discussion Group: Topics Grab Bag

10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Irondequoit Public Library | Free entry | Engage in lively conversations on a variety of thought-provoking topics with fellow seniors over coffee.

April Fools' Lloyd & Harrier Games

6-8 p.m. — Three Heads Brewing — Registration required — Engage in a whimsical scavenger hunt filled with challenges and ridiculous fun around Rochester.

Bored Teachers Comedy Tour

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Kodak Center — Ticket pricing may vary — Laugh along with teachers as they share relatable and humorous classroom experiences on their latest tour.

First Friday Closing Reception

6-9 p.m. — Muck Duck Studio — Free entry — Celebrate the conclusion of the exhibition with engaging conversations and artistic appreciation.

Debi Bower Book Signing Event

10 AM - 1 PM — The Bird House — Free entry — Meet the author of 'Day Trips Around Rochester, New York' and get your book signed.