Rochester
Morning News
Friday, May 15th, 2026
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Golisano Autism Center will host its annual Bonsai Show on Sunday, May 17. A Bonsai 101 Workshop runs from 11 to noon for 20 participants and an exhibition runs from 9 to 4 that charges $7 per ticket (or $5 for seniors) and is free for kids 12 and under. FOX Rochester
- ➤ Local officials & community organizations plan to expand accessible 'third places' as part of downtown revitalization. Enhancements like new seating and programming at Washington Square Park and other venues aim to boost social connection and inclusivity. Rochester Beacon
- ➤ Honor Flight Rochester is celebrating its 95th mission + first all-woman flight as it escorts 59 local female veterans from here to Washington, D.C. this weekend; community donations cover all travel costs. WXXI News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Harry Food & Ice Cream is a new counter-service restaurant in Perinton at 1276 Fairport Road serving Indian recipes, American handhelds and Hershey's ice creams. Owner Harry Singh combines family traditions with inventive twists—highlighting dishes like naan tacos—while the restaurant is open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Democrat & Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Memorial Art Gallery will offer free entry starting in 2027 after raising over $9 million through donations (including key gifts from the Levitans and others). Officials will announce the exact start date soon so residents can enjoy the art collection without a fee. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ Three rising opera stars will perform tomorrow at Hochstein Performance Hall as finalists in the Rochester Oratorio Society's first Emerging Artist Competition, marking years of preparation for local talent. ABC 13
- ➤ Golisano Autism Center will host its annual Bonsai Show on Sunday, May 17. The event features a Bonsai 101 Workshop from 11 to noon for 20 people and an exhibition from 9 to 4, with $7 tickets (seniors get $2 off and children 12 and under free). ABC 13
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Newark-Wayne Community Hospital is seeking state permission to end inpatient birth + newborn care, shifting deliveries to Rochester General Hospital and other facilities. The hospital remains part of the Rochester Regional Health System and will continue offering prenatal and outpatient OB/GYN services. NewsRadio WHAM
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Rochester Red Wings overcame an early deficit & scored nine runs in the third inning to win 13-11 against the Lehigh Valley IronPigs at ESL Ballpark on May 14. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ Emma Rascoe and Braden Fingar were named Section V Athletes of the Week presented by Faber Builders for May 4-10. Rascoe earned over 17,000 votes for her flag football performance — Fingar recorded 12 points in lacrosse games across two contests. Democrat & Chronicle
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Mother Goose by Rochester City Ballet
2-3 p.m. — The Hochstein School — Ticketed event — Experience classic fairytales come to life through Ravel’s whimsical music and ballet performance.
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Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra: Broadway In Hollywood
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Eastman Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a musical journey from Broadway to Hollywood with your RPO featuring hits from iconic stage-to-screen sensations.
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Don McLean Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — West Herr Auditorium Theatre / RBTL — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless music of a GRAMMY Award-winning legend known for 'American Pie'.
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Toddler Time at Winton Library
11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. — Winton Branch Library — Free entry — An engaging hour of songs, rhymes, and stories to boost early literacy for toddlers.
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Cupid's Boomerang: Infrared Radiation Orchestra
8:00 p.m. — Bug Jar — Tickets starting at $12.30 — Experience an electrifying night of music with Cupid's Boomerang and Infrared Radiation Orchestra.
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Rochester Philharmonic Youth Orchestra: Spring Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Eastman Theatre — Pay-what-you-want — Experience the RPYO's final concert of the season featuring young talent and community support.
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Ismael Loutfi Live
7:30-9 p.m. — Kodak Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant energy of Ismael Loutfi's performance.
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RHVCC Cars & BBQ
5 p.m. — Big Daddy BBQ & Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy a classic car show, tasty BBQ, and live jazz music in a vibrant atmosphere.
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The Music Man
2:00 p.m. — Blackfriars Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a classic musical filled with catchy tunes and charming characters.
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Suffs
7:30-10:30 p.m. — West Herr Auditorium Theatre — Tickets from $86 — Experience a can't-miss live performance in Rochester.
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