Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of July.
Good morning, Rochester.
Andre’s Barbershop on Portland Ave is hosting its annual Cuts for Peace event today from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., offering free haircuts for children and teens plus toys and food (designed to spark local conversation on solutions to violence).
Roc City Skatepark is opening a new 20,000 sqft section in October beneath the Frederick Douglass-Susan B.
Anthony Bridge ahead of schedule. The new area makes it the largest concrete skatepark in New York and forms part of the ROC the Riverway revitalization plan.
Root 31 Café & Eatery in Pittsford Plaza is moving to a larger space behind Citizens Bank for full-service dining — including a bar and patio — while it remains open at 3349 Monroe Ave.; construction is ongoing and the opening date has not been set.
Rochester soccer legend Abby Wambach and her wife, bestselling author Glennon Doyle (local icon), attended Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding Friday at Madison Square Garden, joining other notable guests at the event.
City Mark, a documentary on Rochester’s iconic logo designed 50 years ago by Lee Green, will screen at the Little Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday and on July 13 at 5:30 p.m. (doors open 4:30 p.m.), with an additional show at Parcel 5 on Sept.
25 at 7 p.m.
With 125 years of pest control experience, Orkin advises local homeowners to watch for subtle signs like moisture buildup — small windows and cracks that signal a pest risk.
Homeowners may get free quotes online or by phone for a tailored prevention plan.
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.
RPO Presents The Music of Led Zeppelin
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Kodak Center — Check website for ticket prices — Experience a thrilling fusion of symphonic power and iconic rock anthems.
Expressive Painting Workshop
2-4 p.m. — Wonderground — Sliding scale $15-$30 — Engage in a creative paint workshop that embraces exploration and joyful discoveries.
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