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Saturday, May 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Rochester's largest Lilac Festival Parade will begin today at 10:30 a.m. at South Avenue and Science Parkway with marching bands, colorful floats, local organizations, and Grand Marshal Karen Iglesia leading the route north and then east to S. Goodman Street. Traffic will be impacted as parade staging starts at 8 a.m. and road closures begin at 9:15 a.m. along South Avenue and Elmwood Avenue—streets will reopen after the final units pass. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ The Rochester Lilac Festival opens today with parking in the main lot costing $7 before 2:30 p.m. on weekdays and $10 after 2:30 p.m. and on weekends, while a handicapped lot is available at 1440 South Ave; parking is free at the Golisano Institute lot at 150 Sawgrass Drive though a $5 shuttle is required on weekends — RTS routes 13 and 41 drop attendees near the park and parking is restricted on nearby streets. Democrat & Chronicle
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Rochester police are investigating the fatal shooting of a man in his 30s on the west side after responders arrived at 367 Orchard St at 9:45 p.m. Thursday and found him shot in his upper body—this marks the city’s ninth homicide of the year. Democrat & Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 127th annual Lilac Festival kicked off at Highland Park in Rochester and is expected to attract over half a million visitors during its 10-day run. Local headliners Sir Woman and Katie Pruitt will perform today + residents celebrate spring with food, music and community events. News 10
- ➤ Today, the Rochester Lilac Festival began and offers live music from open to close; the schedule features headliner Katie Pruitt along with acts starting with Sir Woman on May 9 and extending to Beach Weather on May 18 — additional programming includes local high school bands, regional groups, and free family-friendly sets on the new Bach to Rock Sprouts Stage. Democrat & Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Victor Saunders, Rochester’s leader who created the Office of Violence Prevention, died and was known for expanding programs like the Pathways to Peace. Mayor Malik Evans said he lost one of his closest advisors who also helped launch the Rochester Peace Collective to offer support to families affected by violence. News 10
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Pre-Mite/6U Spring Player Development Clinic 2025
6:15-7:05 p.m. — Lakeshore Hockey Arena — $135 — Enhance young players' hockey skills with focused development sessions on edge work and puck handling.
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RPO 24/25 Season Gala
5:30-11:30 p.m. — Joseph A. Floreano Rochester Riverside Convention Center — Cost info available on request — Celebrate the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra's new season with an evening of cocktails, dinner, and orchestral performances.
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Rochester New York Versus Niagara 1812
4 PM — Empire United Soccer Complex — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting soccer match as Rochester takes on Niagara 1812.
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Rochester New York II vs Flower City Union Match
7:45 p.m. — Empire United Soccer Complex — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an exciting football match featuring local teams in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Rochester New York II vs Syracuse FC
7:45 p.m. — Empire United Soccer Complex — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling football match featuring local talent.
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6:30-11 p.m. — Bug Jar — $10 — Experience the energetic sounds of a Midwest power trio blending pop punk, jazz, and progressive rock.
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Tribute to The King and Queen: Tito Puente & Celia Cruz
9 PM — Skylark Lounge — Ticket required — Experience the vibrant rhythms of Tito Puente and the enchanting melodies of Celia Cruz at this lively tribute event.
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The Freak Out Flea Market
10 a.m.-4 p.m. — Genesee Gateway Park — $45 for vendor space — A vibrant market showcasing local vendors, creators, and small businesses in a welcoming environment.
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50's Rock n Roll Tribute Concert
8 PM - 12 AM — Marge's Lakeside Inn — Entry fee at the door — Dance the night away with Bec, the Bopcats, and the Sideburns in a celebration of classic 50's rock n roll.
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