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Saturday, June 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of June.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 22nd Rochester International Jazz Festival began June 20 and will run until June 28 as local streets filled with live music — with Chris Lopez heading to Jazz Street to enjoy the sounds. ABC 13
- ➤ Today, the Rochester International Jazz Festival begins its 22nd year downtown in partnership with Rochester Regional Health, drawing thousands with over 285 scheduled performances until June 28 — including free shows and workshops. Rochester Beacon
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Mary Cariola Center held its preschool graduation Friday, June 20 at its gym on Elmwood Avenue in Rochester – preschool students celebrated their achievements while high school graduates were honored at Nazareth University that night. ABC 13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Early voting is underway for Ontario County's district attorney primary where incumbent Jim Ritts faces challenge from Assistant Attorney Jason MacBride. Voting ends June 22 and Election Day is set for June 24 — both candidates stress their victim-centered approach and decades of legal experience. Spectrum News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Town & Country Pest Solutions said calls about rat infestations in Rochester have surged over the last six months and on Thursday the company visited a Gates home where severe pest problems forced an elderly resident to leave her home & warned residents that these infestations can lead to health risks. ABC 13
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Chad Williams—diagnosed with cerebral palsy at age two—is preparing for the Boilermaker 15K Road Race in Utica on July 13 with his 17-year-old son running alongside him. He began his running journey in 2022 by tackling a 5K with obstacles to show he could overcome challenges and pass on his strength. News 10
- ➤ Rochester will host the second annual Frederick Douglass HBCU Football Classic on September 27 at the Rochester Community Sports Complex where the Central State University Marauders will face the Lane College Dragons. A pre-game tailgate is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.—the event is part of a weekend that features an HBCU College Expo at the Blue Cross Arena to connect local students with over 20 HBCUs. Rochester First
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Conesus Lake Bike Loop
9:00 – 10:30 AM — Vitale Park — Free entry — Explore the scenic Finger Lakes while biking with fellow enthusiasts.
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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.
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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.
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This Is Garth / Kid Kurry Band
9 PM – 2 AM — Bands @ Barnard — Cost info not provided — Experience a nostalgic and emotional performance of iconic Country music by JD Leonard and the Kid Kurry Band.
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Fleet Feet Firecracker 4 Mile Race
8 a.m. — Perinton Park — Registration fees apply — Celebrate Independence Day with a lively 4-mile run, a beloved local tradition since 1976.
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EMO NIGHT Silent Disco
8 PM - 12 AM — Montage Music Hall — $10 - $20 — Rock out to your favorite emo hits at a unique Silent Disco experience.
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