Good morning, Rochester.

On July 4th, the Genesee Country Village and Museum held its annual Fourth of July celebration that featured a naturalization ceremony where 30 immigrants became U.S. citizens in collaboration with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services—continuing nearly 30 years of tradition.

The museum will hold the ceremony again next year—promising more chances for new citizens.

On Thursday night, two cars crashed at the East Main + North Goodman intersection; one woman in an SUV and the sedan driver were taken to the hospital with minor injuries while the two children in the SUV were unharmed.

Multiple fire departments battled a garage fire in Greece on July 4th, stopping the flames from reaching a nearby home—no one was hurt and five engines responded in 20 minutes while officials work to determine the cause.

A man is recovering after he was stabbed multiple times on Concord and Wesley streets on the northeast side off North Street—Rochester police arrived at 12:30 a.m. Friday and arrested a 41-year-old woman on assault charges while the 49-year-old victim was taken to Strong Memorial Hospital.

One year ago, Cleveland police officer Jamieson Ritter was fatally shot while responding to an assault call—Monroe County Sheriff Todd Baxter and community leaders honored his memory with memorial events including a candlelight vigil and a newly renamed lodge.

The U.S. Coast Guard in Rochester warns boaters on Lake Ontario and the Genesee River to use a designated sober operator and proper equipment during the busy Fourth of July weekend+ penalties for boating under the influence may reach up to $5,000, urging everyone to stay safe on the water.

The CTC Life Skills Football Camp is a free, two‑week program at Monroe High School that trains local youth in football and life skills—featuring guest speakers from former NFL players—and volunteer college athletes lead sessions to help build additional life skills.

Local college soccer coach Darren Wynne has been named to the staff of Team USA Men’s Amputee Soccer as they work to qualify for the 2026 World Cup in Costa Rica — their next stop is Mexico where eight nations will compete for a spot.

Wynne, who became a citizen in 2023 when his college won the national championship, plans to form a Rochester team as part of an expanding adaptive sports program.

Brick Wall Summer Goalie Camp 2025

9:00 AM – 1:31 PM — Lakeshore Hockey Arena — $285 — Hone your goaltending skills this summer with specialized training for young athletes.

The Seven Wonders - Fleetwood Mac Tribute

5-6:30 p.m. — Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Park at Manhattan Square — Free entry — Experience a spirited tribute to Fleetwood Mac's timeless hits with electrifying performances.

Latin Night Celebration

5:30-10 p.m. — Rochester Public Market — $17 for VIP access — Experience an evening of vibrant Latin music and culture at the public market with exclusive perks.

Mystery at the Speakeasy

6 PM – 12 AM — William Phelps General Store — $50 — Experience a 1920's speakeasy night of mystery, mocktails, and live entertainment.

Rochester Anime-Fest

10 AM – 5 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Rochester — Check event page for admission prices — A vibrant gathering for anime collectors in the beautiful city of Rochester, NY.

Handmade Greeting Card Class: Christmas in July

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Abundance Food Co-op — $20 — Create personalized Christmas cards and enjoy a hands-on crafting experience.

Rochester Speed Dating for Singles Aged 31-44

6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Hideaway — Ticket required — Meet local singles through fun and efficient speed dating rounds.

Shoreline Half Marathon & 5K

7:00 a.m. — Hamlin Beach State Park — Registration required — Race along the beautiful shoreline with options for both half marathon and 5K.

Jungle Jog 2025

8:00-10:30 a.m. — Seneca Park Zoo — Registration required — Join a fun 5K run or walk through the scenic Seneca Park in Rochester.

The Swell Season Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Kodak Center — Last-minute tickets available — Catch the soulful sounds of The Swell Season in a vibrant setting.