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The Franklin Gallery presents “Color Speaks” featuring works by Alisa Marie

Now through the end of September, the Franklin Gallery, 33 N. Main Street in Rochester, is proud to present Color Speaks, a solo exhibition by local artist Alisa Marie, on view September 4–30, 2025. The public is warmly invited to an opening reception on...

Local Artist Jackie Hanson Featured at Rochester Public Library in September

The Rochester Public Library will showcase the work of local artist Jackie Hanson throughout September. Raised in New Hampshire’s Lakes Region, Jackie grew up surrounded by art, creativity, and the natural beauty of New England—lakes, mountains, farms, and seaside day trips—all of which continue to...

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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...

RMFA to showcase original sketch from The Simpsons

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce the unveiling of an...

Bob Marley and Juston McKinney set to return to the Opera House

The Rochester Opera House is pleased to welcome back two regional comedy favorites, Juston...

Rochester Main Street installs a series of murals honoring Rochester’s history

Rochester Main Street is pleased to announce that 4 vinyl murals depicting historic Rochester...

Don’t walk, RUN to see ‘The Great American Trailer Park Musical’ at the Rochester Opera House

The Rochester Opera House is currently in the middle of its run of The...

40th Annual Cocheco Quilters Guild Show returns to Community Center

For 42 years, a dedicated group has been meeting every month to share member...

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Temporary Closure of Recreation Main Entrance at James W. Foley Memorial Community Center, Patrons Asked to Use Entrance A

The Rochester Recreation Department is notifying the public of a temporary entrance closure at...

The Franklin Gallery presents “Color Speaks” featuring works by Alisa Marie

Now through the end of September, the Franklin Gallery, 33 N. Main Street in...

Local Artist Jackie Hanson Featured at Rochester Public Library in September

The Rochester Public Library will showcase the work of local artist Jackie Hanson throughout...

Watch: Planning Board – 9/08/25

Click here to watch Click here for the agenda Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast...