Good morning, Rochester.

Lollypop Farm in Perinton announced a drive-up distribution model for its Pet Pantry starting June 15—families can now pick up pre-bagged pet food on the first and third Sunday of each month from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 99 Victor Road using a photo ID.

Town officials in Perinton celebrated the grand opening of an inclusive playground at Center Park West on Saturday+the new music-themed play area replaces a 23-year-old structure and offers accessible features like a wheelchair-accessible We-Go-Round and musical hillside inspired by the nearby amphitheater. The playground was designed with resident input and opens just in time for the Center Stage Concert Series starting June 29.

Rochester housing activists rallied at Washington Square Park on Friday demanding 'Housing, Not Handcuffs' ahead of the anniversary of the Grants Pass vs. Johnson Supreme Court case—activists urged the city to end homeless encampment sweeps.

A city spokesperson said the city worked with homeless people to help them secure housing and services.

Rochester firefighters responded to a fire at a vacant home on Costar Street on the northwest side around 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, June 15—crews quickly extinguished the blaze that started in the kitchen area and an investigation is underway.

Deputies reported that a Tioga County man—47-year-old Wesley Ditton—was seriously injured on Saturday evening in an Oakfield crash when another driver failed to yield at the Fisher Road intersection, and he was airlifted to Strong Memorial Hospital as the Genesee County Crash Management Team continued its investigation.

On Sunday at 12:30 p.m., a 25-year-old man in a Ford crashed into an RPD officer’s car near Third Street and Central Park while the officer was inside—he was hospitalized with injuries that are not life-threatening and the suspect was caught after fleeing on foot.

The Strong National Museum of Play partnered with the American Dairy Association North East to host a Juneteenth celebration on June 14 that featured music, dance, games, and a hibiscus cookie decorating activity—local partners also provided free admission and parking.

Families enjoyed the event that honored Black cultural traditions and celebrated resilience.

Brighton celebrated Juneteenth early at its Farmers’ Market on Sunday near Brighton High School on Winton Road South—observing the day that marks the emancipation of enslaved African Americans.

RIT President David Munson warned that rising costs and the cancellation of 24 grants have widened a $15 million budget gap — losses already totaling $10 million — and the university will lose at least 200 international students this fall as tougher visa rules take effect.

He said plans to cut hiring and reorganize staffing are part of efforts to curb these challenges.

Back To The Future - The Musical

7:30-9:00 p.m. — West Herr Auditorium Theatre / RBTL — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a dazzling Broadway musical adaptation of the beloved 80's film classic.

Back To The Future - The Musical

7:30-9 p.m. — West Herr Auditorium Theatre / RBTL — Tickets available — Experience a musical adaptation of the beloved 80's film following Marty McFly's time-traveling adventures.

Harborfest 5K & 10K

7:45-11 a.m. — Ontario Beach Park — Entry fee varies — Celebrate summer with a lakeside run at the Harborfest Festival.

On-Site Tour at The Village at Unity

9 AM - 7 PM — The Village at Unity & The Hamlet — Free entry — Explore a nurturing senior living community known for exceptional care and dining.

Abacab - The Music Of Genesis

9 PM – 2 AM — Bands @ Barnard — Cost info not specified — Experience the tribute to Genesis and the solo works of Phil Collins and Peter Gabriel.

Beer Hall Sessions at Rohrbach Brewing Company

6-9 p.m. — Rohrbach Railroad Street Beer Hall — Seasonal menu available — Enjoy live music with John Akers and craft brews every Thursday evening.

PPA Challenger Series - Saturday

8 p.m.-1:29 a.m. — Dinkers Pickleball Campus — Ticket availability not specified — Experience thrilling pickleball matches at this premier event in Rochester.

Conesus Lake Bike Loop

9:00 – 10:30 AM — Vitale Park — Free entry — Explore the scenic Finger Lakes while biking with fellow enthusiasts.

Becoming a Neighborhood Community

On the 15th anniversary of his book award-winning book, IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD, author Peter Lovenheim will talk about his experiment to connect with his neighbors after a local murder/suicide. Sponsored by Historic Brighton. Sunday, June 29, 2 -3:45 pm at Brighton Memorial Library, 2300 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, NY.

Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp

June 30th – July 2nd — Tri-County Sports Complex — $97 fee for observing coaches — Improve your ball handling and scoring with high-intensity drills at this youth basketball camp.