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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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Multi-GRAMMY Nominee Shemekia Copeland to Perform at Rochester Opera House

The Rochester Opera House is thrilled to announce a special performance by multi-GRAMMY nominee...

RMFA presents “Halcyon Angel, Crowned in Azure” an exhibition featuring works by Daniel Jones

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce “Halcyon Angel, Crowned in...

RMFA presents “Dreamscapes” featuring works by Hannah Cole Dahar

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

Summer Music Series Finale: TRUFFLE to perform at Concert on the Common on 8/28

The Rochester Recreation Department will conclude its 'Concert on the Common' Summer Music Series...

Scotland’s Skerryvore to perform at the Rochester Opera House on 8/30

Skerryvore, the acclaimed 8-piece band from Glasgow, will take the stage at the Rochester...

Exhibit Featuring the Work of Henry and Nancy Grover at the Franklin Gallery

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

Volunteer Painters Complete Vibrant Scenic Mural in James W. Foley Memorial Community Center

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

Granite State Choral Society Announces Registration for Fall Season

The Granite State Choral Society is excited to announce the registration opening for its...

Rochester Public Library showcases art by Kyle Leach in August

The Rochester Public Library is pleased to showcase the artwork of Kyle Leach throughout...

Rochester Opera House presents Disney’s Beauty and the Beast August 7-25.

The Rochester Opera House is proud to present the timeless musical Disney's Beauty and...

Pride Art Exhibition Celebrates Identity and Self-Expression at The Franklin Gallery

The Seacoast LGBTQ History Project, RiverStones Custom Framing, and The Franklin Gallery are thrilled...

City of Rochester unveils interactive signs marking historically significant downtown sites

The City of Rochester is pleased to announce the addition of several informational signs...

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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...