Rochester
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Saturday, September 20th, 2025
Good morning, Rochester. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Sixty-one veterans will fly out to Washington, D.C. today at 6 a.m. from Rochester International Airport on the fourth Honor Flight, and Air Force veteran Paul Jackson will carry a flag to honor his late brother—joining a ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. News 10
- ➤ Nearly two years after closing due to severe damage, the Gillett Road bridge in Ogden reopened following repairs and testing — a step that reconnects emergency services, school buses and local residents. Monroe County Executive Adam Bello said the move addresses long-standing access issues in the community. ABC 13
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Wegmans Food Markets is selling cantaloupes and honeydew melons labeled JA17 Allen Family Farms in a partnership with Westside Produce. For every box sold, $1 will go to support the Patricia Allen Fund at Oishei Children’s Hospital in Buffalo. Democrat & Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Eastman School of Music professor and acclaimed guitarist Nicholas Goluses will perform a solo recital at Hatch Hall on Sept. 29 and he has his new album Across the Horizon released digitally today — the album features works by modern composers such as Piazzolla and Villa-Lobos. Rochester Beacon
- ➤ Rochester Deaf Awareness Week runs Sept. 19-26 and will feature over two dozen events that celebrate the local Deaf community’s contributions — including a vintage baseball game taking place today from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Deaf culture workshops at local venues. Democrat & Chronicle
- ➤ Today, breakdancer William Young performs Fringe Street Beat at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park at Manhattan Square during the final weekend of the Rochester Fringe Festival—show runs from 12:30 to 5 p.m. ABC 13
- ➤ Eastman School of Music will host free concerts this fall, featuring a Shostakovich Celebration and a series of jazz performances by both faculty and students. The events will take place at Kodak Hall, Kilbourn Hall, and Hatch Recital Hall starting September 22 and running through December 8—giving Rochester local music lovers a range of performances to enjoy. FOX Rochester
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Kathy Hochul released the new COVID-19 vaccine guidelines for 2025 to 26 — which recommend shots for children six to 23 months, adults 65 and older, and high-risk groups like pregnant, lactating or immunocompromised people — as part of efforts to protect all New Yorkers. An executive order signed earlier lets pharmacies offer the vaccine for at least 30 days — a rule designed to make doses more accessible — so every resident can have a chance to stay safe. News 10
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The American Dairy Association will supply chocolate milk at the finish line for the Rochester Half Marathon and 5K on Sunday, Sept. 21—its 12th year of providing the treat—while runners start at Maplewood Park and finish at Innovative Field. ABC 13
- ➤ Rush-Henrietta earned its third straight win after quarterback Brendan Mangone threw a pivotal 9-yard touchdown pass to Imani Wagstaff Jr. on fourth down early in the game, and the team added two more scores to build a three-score lead while Aquinas scored only on a kickoff return; they will face UPrep next week. Democrat & Chronicle
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Artist Row Rochester Juried Art Show
10 AM – 4 PM — City of Rochester Public Market — Free admission — Explore a vibrant showcase of nearly 200 emerging artists' work at a beloved local arts festival.
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World Ballet Company - The Great Gatsby
7:00-8:30 p.m. — West Herr Auditorium Theatre / RBTL — Ticket prices vary — Experience the elegance and drama of F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic through dazzling ballet.
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Annual Fair Trade Rug Event
All day — One World Goods — Free entry — Discover a stunning array of hand-knotted rugs crafted by fairly paid artisans from Pakistan.
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The Floozies Live in Rochester
7-8:30 p.m. — Anthology — Ticket prices vary — Experience the 'Kings Of Electro-Funk' with an electrifying mix of live music and vibrant visuals.
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Public Water Supply Concert Featuring Jackson Cavalier and LoConti
7-11 p.m. — Water Street Music Hall — Varies — Experience an unforgettable musical ride with Rochester's premier Alt. Rock group and special guests.
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McQuaid Invitational Cross-Country Meet
9 AM – 6 PM — Genesee Valley Park — Free entry — Experience the excitement of the largest high school-sponsored cross-country meet in the nation with over 7,000 athletes from across the continent.
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You Are Whole Book Launch
4-6 p.m. — RIT Tait Preserve — Free entry — Celebrate the launch of an inspirational photobook sharing stories of hope from breast cancer survivors and thrivers.
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Witchy Broom Making Workshop
10:30 p.m. — 757 University Ave, Rochester, NY — All supplies included — Craft your own unique decorative witch's broom while enjoying spooky snacks in a cozy atmosphere.
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Tracy Eckstrand Live at Cottage Hotel
8 PM – 12 AM — Cottage Hotel of Mendon — Check for tickets — Enjoy an evening of original and cover songs by Tracy Eckstrand and Levon Jones.
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Terrapin Flyer Tribute Concert
7 p.m. — JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER — $34-$44 — Experience the authentic sounds of the ultimate Grateful Dead tribute band with a dedicated following.
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