Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of June.
Good morning, Rochester.
Camp Stella Maris, a long cherished summer camp in Western New York, is marking its 100th anniversary with a groundbreaking ceremony for a new fieldhouse.
Executive Director John Quinlivan said the new facility will enhance camp programs for local families.
Rochester Animal Services is renovating its Verona Street facility and is seeking foster families for its dogs, including Gambler, who is waiting for a loving home.
It will host a foster information center at 6 pm on Thursday, June 25 at Ryan R-Center, and adoption fees will be waived Friday.
A four-alarm fire at an apartment complex on Lake Road in Clarkson early Sunday displaced 30 residents and damaged 21 apartments—firefighters rescued one resident and saved pets during a multi-agency response.
The longtime Champps bar and restaurant at Eastview Mall in Victor closed Monday, June 22 after the owners decided to leave; Wilmorite is seeking a replacement but has not shared further details.
The Soul Rebels (a modern New Orleans brass band) will perform at Kodak Hall tonight at 9:30 p.m. after The Headhunters' 7 p.m. set, blending funk, soul, hip-hop and brass traditions at the Rochester International Jazz Festival.
Eastman Museum’s Dryden Theatre will screen The Extraordinary Caterpillar on Monday, June 29 to highlight caterpillars’ vital role in our ecosystem + Broccolo partners with the venue for the lepidopterological documentary.
Broccolo and Dryden Theatre have partnered to present The Extraordinary Caterpillar—a documentary that examines caterpillars’ key role in our ecosystem—at the Eastman Museum’s Dryden Theatre on Monday, June 29.
Preservation Beer Co. now brews on-site at 75 N.
Main St. (Fairport) after years of testing its market with Lock 32 Brewing in Pittsford (along the Erie Canal). The craft brewers silenced critics by focusing on quality beer and in-house production.
Eligible New Yorkers are cashing checks from nine energy service companies as part of a state settlement refunding nearly $50 million (offering 15% savings without enrollment) while customers in Rochester review the accompanying instructions.
HOPE First Rochester launched Monday to offer peer-led mental health support in three Monroe County zip codes — a police alternative for those in crisis.
A community event is set for Saturday from 3 to 7 p.m. at Jefferson Avenue and Dr. Samuel McCree Way with food, games and music.
Rochester Regional Health introduced a new Clasp program that repays nurse anesthetists' student loans + supports local healthcare as retirements boost demand for skilled providers.
Chance Nadritch from the University of Buffalo enrolled to take advantage of the offer.
The Red Wings lost 9-6 to the Toledo Mud Hens at ESL Ballpark on Sunday, missing their chance to clinch a playoff spot.
The team still can reach the postseason by winning the league's second half starting Tuesday.
America's 250th Anniversary Celebration
3-7 p.m. — The Webster Arboretum — Free entry — Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with music, games, and family fun.
The Petty Project & The Transport Tribute Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Photo City Music Hall — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy live tributes to Tom Petty and the 1990s music scene.
Sip & Glow: Blacklight Paint Party
7-9 p.m. — Wonderground — $25 — Experience a neon-lit creative journey with blacklight painting and mocktails under expert guidance.
IATT - Rochester Concert
6-9 p.m. — Photo City Music Hall — Check event page for ticket prices — Experience a night of live music featuring The Art Of Deception & Farsight with special guests.
NNB - The Party Rock Experience at the 4th of July Celebration
11 a.m.-8 p.m. — Irondequoit Town Hall — Shuttle service $1 — Celebrate Independence Day with family fun, food trucks, and fireworks.
Slow Jamz R&B Celebration
3-9 p.m. — Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Park — Ticketed event — Enjoy an unforgettable outdoor R&B day party with food, drinks, and your favorite hits.
Rochester Speed Dating for Singles in Their 30s and 40s
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Eagle Vale Golf Club — Ticket required — Connect with up to 12 potential matches in a fun and friendly environment.
Yoga in Washington Square
5:30 – 6:30 PM — Washington Square Park — Free entry — Engage in a fun Vinyasa yoga class that emphasizes movement, breath, and balance in a beautiful outdoor setting.
The Seven Wonders Concert Series
6:00 – 10:00 p.m. — Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Park at Manhattan Square — $7 entry — Enjoy a vibrant mix of music every Thursday night this summer in Rochester's concert series.
FJ Tribute Concert
7-11 p.m. — Louis S. Wolk JCC of Greater Rochester — Tickets now on sale — Experience the music of Foreigner, Journey, and classic rock legends.
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