A message from Rochester Recreation & Arena:

Rochester families are invited to the free Start Strong Back to School Event on Wednesday, August 26, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the gymnasium at the James W. Foley Memorial Community Center, 150 Wakefield Street.

Hosted by the Rochester School District in partnership with the Recreation Department, the event will offer information and resources to help start the school year off strong. Attendees can also stop by the Rec table to learn more about fall programs.