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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 11 and runs until September 21, 2025. According to its website, the fair began as a community initiative to highlight agricultural and mechanical displays. Today, it upholds these traditional exhibits and...

Rochester NH History Podcast: The Legacy of Dominicus Hanson

Dominicus Hanson was a wealthy and respected resident of Rochester, remembered as one of the city’s greatest benefactors. His most enduring gift to the community is the magnificent stretch of land along the Cocheco River known as Hanson Pines. This hidden gem, located near...

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Sole City Dance to present ‘The Moon-Spinners Mystery’ at Rochester Opera House

Sole City Dance is pleased to present a new ballet, The Moon-Spinners Mystery on...

Rochester Public Library to hold Second Annual Rochester Authors Fair on 4/26

Rochester Writers Night, the Lilac City’s monthly literary salon, will be hosting its second...

Rochester NH History Podcast: The History of Rochester’s Central Square

In this episode of the Rochester NH History Podcast, learn about the fascinating History...

Rochester Public Library to showcase award-winning artist Don Jalbert

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to present the artwork of Don Jalbert on...

RMFA showcases selection of original works by Jane Cohen in the Carnegie Gallery

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce “Paint / Paper/ Paste”,...

Rochester Public Library to host “Fierce Females: Women in Art” on 3/11

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to announce "Fierce Females: Women in Art," a...

The Franklin Gallery to present “POSTED” featuring prints by Diane St. Jean

The Franklin Gallery, located within RiverStones Custom Framing, will host “POSTED,” an exhibition of...

Spaulding High School Presents “Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical” March 19-23

Spaulding High School is excited to present Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical, a high-energy...

Sole City Dance to present ‘Dance Northeast’ at the Rochester Opera House on 3/15

Sole City Dance is excited to bring back its annual community dance showcase "Dance...

RMFA presents “Nevertheless”, an exhibition featuring photographs by Zach Ellis

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

The Franklin Gallery to Showcase Local Artists Renée Hardy and Mandy McDonald

The Franklin Gallery will host an exhibit in February featuring the work of local...

Rochester Author J. L. Long Releases First Science Fiction Novella, SILICON KINGS

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

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Rochester Public Library Teen Room Celebrates Success of 2025 Teen Summer Reading Program

The Rochester Public Library’s Teen Room is pleased to announce the success of its...

Award-Winning Duo MeCa to Perform at Rochester’s 10th Annual “A Hometown Christmas”

First United Methodist Church (34 South Main St., Rochester, NH) will host its 10th...