Good morning, Rochester.

Violet (a Rush-Henrietta seventh grader) is honored for calling 911 when her sister (7 years old) suffered multiple seizures in January.

The dispatcher nominated her for the Do the Right Thing award, and her teacher praises her as a natural leader.

The Veterans Outreach Center launched the Vets with Pets program on Thursday, May 21 to provide local veterans and their animals with needed resources.

The initiative supports veterans with practical guidance as they care for their pets.

Roc City Tattoo Expo returns for its 16th year, featuring 400+ tattoo artists from today until May 24 at Riverside Convention Center.

A Rochester charter school now uses AI to help teachers create lesson plans.

Uncommon Schools Rochester Prep uses Lenny Learning to save planning time and personalize lessons (including sessions on friendship and grief) to boost student engagement.

Lawmakers are expected to increase funding for New York’s Early Intervention program to help young children with developmental delays receive the therapies they need.

The proposal calls for an 8% raise for service providers — an effort aimed at lowering long-term special education costs.

Hamlin Beach State Park completed a $6.7 million resiliency project—fixing coastal erosion, flooding, and updating trails and parking—to protect its historic lakefront for summer visitors.

The International Joint Commission has forecast that Lake Ontario's water levels, now a quarter inch below flood stage, will exceed 247.24 feet by next Friday, May 29, prompting lakeshore towns to prepare sandbags and water pumps in anticipation of potential flooding.

Memorial Day is a federal holiday and on May 25, banks, post offices, and most delivery services will be closed across the area — residents should plan to use ATMs and online options while some schools and retailers operate on modified hours.

Rochester Fire Department held a 'Stop the Bleed' course at the Public Safety Training Facility on Scottsville Road, teaching residents basic first aid to control severe bleeding.

The training emphasized that quick action can help save lives before first responders arrive.

David Morales from the Firefighters Association offered grilling tips for Memorial Day weekend, urging locals to check grills for critters and have 9-1-1 ready if needed.

The advice helps residents enjoy hot dogs and chicken tenders safely as summer begins.

The Rochester Red Wings scored five runs in the 11th inning to beat the Worcester Red Sox 7-2 at Polar Park on May 21.

Key contributors included Lipscomb (2-for-4 with two RBIs) and Ortiz (with a decisive three-run homer).

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'.

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.

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.

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.

Ismael Loutfi Live

7:30-9 p.m. — Kodak Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant energy of Ismael Loutfi's performance.

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.

The Music Man

2:00 p.m. — Blackfriars Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a classic musical filled with catchy tunes and charming characters.

Drinks & Music at Marge's

6-9 p.m. — Marge's Lakeside Inn — $5-10 entry — Unwind with drinks and enjoy live music from local artist Marty Roberts.

Suffs

7:30-10:30 p.m. — West Herr Auditorium Theatre — Tickets from $86 — Experience a can't-miss live performance in Rochester.

Let’s Play Power Grid

12:30-4:30 p.m. — Dice Versa — Cost information not provided — Dive into an economic strategy game that promises deep thinking and fun.