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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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Christmas programs return to the Rochester Opera House

The Rochester Opera House is scheduled to present a series of holiday programming over...

Governor commends Rochester Museum of Fine Arts for 10th Anniversary

2022 marks the 10th Anniversary of the Rochester Museum of Fine Arts, an all-volunteer,...

Rochester NH History: Rare Rochester Postcards

Earlier this week, the Rochester Historical Society and Museum released a video presenting a...

John Gisis releases new Rochester photo calendar, supports local charities

If you are on social media, you're probably familiar with the breathtaking photography of...

RMFA to showcase works by Alicia Sampson Ethridge, reception planned

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to exhibit a selection of works...

Franklin Gallery to showcase works by Suzanne Pretty

The Franklin Gallery at RiverStones Custom Framing, 33 N. Main Street, Rochester, will host...

New novel released by Rochester author and arts leader; set in NH and focused on LGBT communities

J. L. Long, Rochester author and the host of the monthly Rochester Writers Night...

Rochester Historical Society to host Isles of Shoals presentation on 10/13

On Thursday, October 13th The Rochester Historical Society and Museum (RHS) will host a...

WATCH: History of the original Rochester Country Club

Earlier this week, the Rochester Historical Society & Museum released a docu-video that takes...

MACABARET returns to the Castle on Charles, Oct 20-22

The Castle on Charles will resurrect 'MACABARET' as a dinner show for one weekend...

Arts & Culture Commission adds more art to downtown, Mayor approves

The Rochester Arts and Culture Commission is pleased to announce the addition of two...

Franklin Gallery to host ‘Change of Seasons’ art exhibit in October

The Franklin Gallery, at RiverStones Custom Framing, 33 N. Main Street in Rochester, will...

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