Good morning, Rochester.

Rochester will host its first annual memorial birthday fundraiser honoring Sister Grace Miller at her West Main Street shelter on Sunday afternoon, featuring a noon mass and hot dogs and ice cream to continue her tradition for the unhoused.

South Bristol Scenic Overlook will get new pavement, fresh plantings + an interactive watershed sign this summer, led by the town’s Parks and Recreation Committee.

The project will revamp parking areas along County Road 12 to enhance safety and maintain the iconic view of Canandaigua Lake.

The Provenzano family marked 80 years of tradition in Rochester as the 11th family member was baptized yesterday at Blessed Sacrament Church.

They have passed down the same gown since 1946 — adding each baby’s initials and year to the fabric as a family record.

Eastview Mall is set to add five new stores including Toys R Us and Dunkin Donuts + Jimmy John's, with Bass Pro Outpost beginning construction; 15 of 21 planned stores opened by July 10 and Starbucks is relocating to the Main Court near LEGO.

Over the weekend, thousands visited the 58th annual Corn Hill Arts Festival — featuring 300 vendor stalls across nine streets and a giant LEGO mural at Adams Street R Center.

First-time vendors from Williamsville shared art, food and handmade items.

The Geneseo Airshow returned to the National Warplane Museum this weekend to honor America’s 250th anniversary.

The event featured the historic B-17 Flying Fortress Sentimental Journey, extended flightline and showline displays, explosive reenactments, and a veterans tent.

On Saturday, July 11, 2026, Rochester held an Abolition Commemoration Day ceremony to honor New York’s 1827 Abolition Act and the historic role of Kelsey’s Landing on the Underground Railroad, where local figures urged turning the hidden gem into a tourist attraction.

Monroe County turned the ESL Ballpark into a festive celebration yesterday to mark America’s 250th birthday.

The free downtown event featured local bands, bounce houses, cornhole games & a fireworks display for families.

A partial solar eclipse will be visible in Rochester on Aug.

12 at about 11:34 a.m. ET, with the sun appearing as if it has a bite taken out. Residents are urged to use eclipse glasses for safe viewing — NASA stresses proper precautions.

Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that nearly 3 million homeowners will get between $350 and $600 in STAR tax relief and seniors $700 to $1,500 (payments begin today and continue through summer and fall).

Areas with earlier school tax schedules such as Rochester will see relief sooner.

The 20th annual Ryan J.

McPhee Memorial Golf Tournament took place Sunday afternoon at Mill Creek Golf Club as organizers honored McPhee and raised over $150K for Camp Good Days & Special Times.

The Rochester Red Wings beat the Worcester Red Sox 10-3 on July 12 at Polar Park, with Cayden Wallace hitting a grand slam and Chandler Champlain carrying a no-hitter into the sixth inning as the team hit four homers.

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.

Rochester Speed Dating for Singles Aged 35-47

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Kin Event Space — Ticket required — Meet up to 12 potential matches in an exciting speed dating format.

Nektar Concert

8-11 p.m. — Lovin' Cup — $35-$40 — Experience an immersive concert with Nektar blending sound, lights, and visuals.

The 7th Annual Black Culture Festival

July 26–27 — Parcel 5 — Free entry — Celebrate Black culture with music, food, vendors, and entertainment reminiscent of HBCU homecoming vibes.

Start Making Sense Concert

6:00-7:30 p.m. — Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Park at Manhattan Square — Ticket details available online — Enjoy an evening of lively music in a vibrant setting.

The Emo Night Tour - Rochester

8-11 p.m. — Water Street Music Hall — $20 - $27 — Experience a night filled with the best hits from iconic emo bands like Taking Back Sunday and My Chemical Romance.

Tryst @ Roc Beer Park

Time TBA — Rochester Beer & Park — Cost Info Not Provided — The Tryst boys deliver a mix of your favorite rock, classic, country, and pop tunes this summer.