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Public Library presents works by accomplished local artist Karen Busch Holman

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to present the work of artist and children's book illustrator Karen Busch Holman during the month of June on the First Floor of the Library. Karen Busch Holman is an accomplished illustrator and designer whose work spans children's literature,...

Mark Your Calendars: Lilac Family Fun Festival Returns 7/12

The City of Rochester invites the community to the Lilac Family Fun Festival, a celebration taking place at Spaulding High School and the James W. Foley Memorial Community Center on Saturday, July 12, 2025, from 4:00 to 9:00 PM. This exciting event features FREE kiddie...

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The Franklin Gallery to feature series of original art by Gina Lafontaine

Now through the end of September, the Franklin Gallery at RiverStones Custom Framing, 33...

Public Library showcasing original art by Marcey Buchakjian all month

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to present a selection of work by local...

Porchfest to feature 50 Bands at Downtown Music Festival on 9/24

The Rochester Performance & Arts Center (RPAC) just released the schedule for their 6th...

September Events Fill the Stage at Rochester Opera House

Rochester Opera House is featuring five nights of entertainment on their historic stage, featuring...

Rochester Historical Society to host presentation on Amoskeag Manufacturing Company on 9/14

The Rochester Historical Society and Museum will be presenting a program about the Amoskeag...

RMFA to present “For the Plot” featuring works by Zach Tinker

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce “For the Plot”, an...

CATWOLF to perform at the Rochester Common on 8/31, final Free Summer Concert of the Season

The Rochester Recreation Department is pleased to announce that CATWOLF will be performing at...

RMFA volunteers complete a vibrant mural on Teen Drop-in Center

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts (RMFA) is pleased to announce the completion of...

Rochester Pride returns Saturday, August 26 on Hanson Street

Volunteers of the Rochester Pride committee invite the LGBTQIA+ community and allies to downtown...

Opera House extends The SpongeBob Musical, fun for the whole family

Who lives in a pineapple under the sea and became the hottest star on...

LILA Dance Festival returns to Rochester Common on 8/26

Bringing live dance to the Lilac City and the greater Seacoast area, the LILA...

RMFA to showcase works by Matt Demers at Rochester Public Library

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce “Good Grief”, an exhibition...

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