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Mamma Mania, BoStyx, and A Christmas Carol Bring Holiday Cheer to the Rochester Opera House

The year is almost over, but there’s still so much to see at the Rochester Opera House! On Friday, November 21, it’s Mamma Mania time—New York City’s premier ABBA tribute band! How can we resist ya? Not only will we experience the magic of one...

Granite State Choral Society Announces Fall Concert Series: “Through Love to Light”

The Granite State Choral Society is thrilled to announce its inspiring Fall 2025 concert series, Through Love to Light: A Journey in Song. Under the direction of Music Director Sandra M. Thomas, the choir will present two performances on the weekend of November 22...

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Mania, Mayhem, and Monsters are Coming to the Rochester Opera House This Fall

The mind of comedy legend Mel Brooks returns to the historic Rochester Opera House...

PorchFest Returns to Rochester with 50+ Performances to Benefit Youth Arts Scholarships

The Rochester Opera House invites the community to PorchFest, a free outdoor music festival...

Rochester NH History Podcast: Remembering the Scenic Theater

Before generic multiplexes became the norm, you could always spot a movie theater, even...

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...

Rochester Historical Society to Host Special Presentation on Sports Hall of Fame History

The Rochester Historical Society is pleased to announce a special program highlighting the history...

Granite State Fair Returns September 11–21, Bridge Street Closure May Impact Vehicular Traffic

The Granite State Fair, originally established as the Rochester Fair, returns on Thursday, September...

Rochester NH History Podcast: The Legacy of Dominicus Hanson

Dominicus Hanson was a wealthy and respected resident of Rochester, remembered as one of...

LILA Productions Announces 5th Annual Dance Festival in Rochester on 8/23

LILA Productions is proud to announce its 5th Annual LILA Dance Festival, taking place...

Rochester NH History Podcast: Forgotten Businesses of Yesteryear

Rochester has seen many businesses come and go over the years. Some were lost...

Celebrating Creative Excellence: 2025 Arts Award Recipients Announced

The Commission for Arts and Culture, for the City of Rochester, is proud to...

Library Craft Swap: Help Fill the Craft Tables! Donations Now Accepted

This August, the Rochester Public Library is accepting donations of new or gently used...

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Knights of Columbus Donate $2,400 to Support Meals at Monarch School of New England

The Knights of Columbus, Fr. McDonald Council 2048, are proud to announce a $2,400...

Cornerstone VNA Announces 39th Annual Jane Cooper Fall Lights of Love Celebration

Cornerstone VNA, a local nonprofit provider of high-quality, skilled care at home, is pleased...

Watch: Public Works Committee – 11/20/25

Click here to watch Public Meetings are broadcast live on Comcast Channel 22 and Breezeline...

Rochester Trustees, Rotary Club, Spaulding High School Students Volunteer to Cleanup Old Rochester Cemetery

Last weekend, the City of Rochester Trustees of the Trust Fund worked with volunteers...