Good morning, Rochester.

Teen Empowerment hosted its free R&B on the Lawn event in Rochester, where food, music, crafts & conversations brought local residents together.

The gathering united community members through engaging activities in a warm, neighborhood setting.

Gro-Moore Farms in Henrietta started its seventh pick-your-own blueberry season on Friday and welcomes families from 8 a.m. to noon every day through Aug.

1, with owner Jack Moore saying the early blueberry varieties are plump due to a drip irrigation system (making them ripen sooner in the heat).

ETCocina Latina closed on June 27 after nearly 13 years serving Puerto Rican dishes at 2960 Dewey Ave in Greece.

Owners Nelson Viera and Kim Hosenfeld said the change lets their family begin a new chapter.

Trombone Shorty energized the crowd at the Rochester International Jazz Festival with a dynamic live show that brought local music fans together.

Rochester Community Players will present a free outdoor production of Shakespeare’s Taming of the Shrew starting Thursday, July 9 at 8 p.m. at Highland Park Bowl (1137 South Avenue) where the updated play uses social media as a modern twist, including ASL on July 18 and running through July 25.

Local producers offer a new audio drama 'Only Human: Bound' that explores artificial intelligence, memory and what it means to be human.

Writer-director Frank Gullo & voice actor Will Profitt presented details at ARC Rochester on Friday, and the series launches on Wednesday, July 8.

The Susan B. Anthony Museum hosted America 250: A Commemoration at 4 p.m. on Friday, July 3 at Susan B.

Anthony Square Park. Museum president Allison Hinman led the event, highlighting America’s heroes as the nation celebrated its semiquincentennial.

Earlier this summer, the 2026 International Jazz Festival brought local audiences a vibrant weekend of live music, tasty food, and energetic dancing (capturing the city’s summer spirit) that united the community.

A review of the event highlights its memorable moments for locals to enjoy.

New York's grid operator NYISO asks residents to conserve power amid a heat wave that has reduced electricity reserves below normal.

Gov. Hochul urged setting AC units between 75-78 and avoiding unnecessary appliance use to help keep the lights on.

Since January 1, New York health officials recorded 112 cyclosporiasis cases, with 107 reported since May, and they urge residents to wash produce and use safe water (common symptoms are diarrhea, cramps, and fatigue) while seeking care if needed.

Zweigle's is offering a behind-the-scenes look at its hot dog production for the 4th of July as Chris Lopez explains how the grill prepares Rochester’s favorite meal+ locals gain insight into a cherished tradition.

On July 3, the Red Wings lost to the Lehigh Valley IronPigs 11-9 in a doubleheader as Morales hit a grand slam that briefly gave them a 5-4 lead before the IronPigs pulled away in the sixth inning.

The Red Wings achieved an 11-5 win with fireworks and a postgame concert by RPO at ESL Ballpark on July 3 – snapping a three-game skid as 7,467 fans enjoyed chef-created food specials.

The team will face Lehigh Valley today at 6:45 p.m. while wearing Fourth of July jerseys.

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.

Rochester Anime-Fest

10 AM - 5 PM — RIT Inn & Conference Center — Exhibitor fees apply — A vibrant celebration of anime culture with collectibles, industry professionals, and fandom fun.

Nail Bite & Strange Culture Concert

6-9 p.m. — Photo City Music Hall — Get your tickets online — Heavy metal with genre-defying creativity takes the stage in Rochester.

Charlie Parr Live Performance

Time TBA — Bop Shop Records — $30 — Experience the heartfelt folk and blues sounds of Charlie Parr, a modern troubadour with deep roots in tradition.

Maplewood Rose Garden Concert Series

6:30 – 7:30 p.m. — Maplewood Rose Garden — Free entry — Enjoy intimate performances in a beautiful park setting as the Rochester City Parks Series returns.

Seers and Dreamers

6-10 p.m. — Wonderground — Sliding scale $15-$25 — Experience captivating melodies from Rochester's finest local musicians.