The Dryden will screen Lafayette Escadrille (William A. Wellman, U.S. 1958, 93 min., 35mm). The final film in the career of director William A. Wellman is curiously enough perhaps both his most and least personal film. Wellman based the film … Continue reading
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The Shakespeare Players program of the Rochester Community Players present Henry IV parts 1 and 2 by William Shakespeare This production continues the "Henriad" a cycle of History Plays chronicling the Reigns of Richard II, Henry IV and Henry V. … Continue reading
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The Dryden will screen Lafayette Escadrille (William A. Wellman, U.S. 1958, 93 min., 35mm). The final film in the career of director William A. Wellman is curiously enough perhaps both his most and least personal film. Wellman based the film … Continue reading
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Interactive light sculpture by Alexander Green Cubes uses technology developed by Alexander Green and Symmetry Labs, a San Francisco-based technology and design company founded by Alexander Green and Trip Vest. Cubes has been featured on the Discovery Channel, the Esquire … Continue reading
$20
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Saxophonist Doug Stone will perform a concert of both jazz standards and new compositions, featuring guest artists drummer Chris Smith, pianist/keyboardist Stu Mindeman, and bassist John Tate.
$10
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With the Supreme Court poised to rule on marriage equality, what comes next for the LGBTQ community? How do we make the Gender Expression Non-Discrimination Act (GENDA) a reality in New York? When will we win the fight against AIDS? … Continue reading
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The Cinema will screen Crisis Hotline: Veterans Press 1 (Ellen Goosenberg Kent, U.S. 2013, 40 min.) as part of the Reel Mind Film Festival followed by a discussion with filmmaker Dana Perry, Crisis Hotline responders, and I AM ISIAH organizers, … Continue reading |
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The Dryden will screen Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home (Leonard Nimoy, U.S. 1986, 119 min., 35mm) In order to save the universe from a deadly alien probe, Kirk, Spock, McCoy, and company must travel back in time to San … Continue reading |
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The Dryden will screen Proverka na dorogakh (Trial on the Road, Aleksej German, Soviet Union 1971, 98 min., 35mm, Russian w/ subtitles). "Banned for fifteen years, German's solo directorial debut, set during WWII, marries the muscular dynamics of the war … Continue reading
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The Younger Gang performs at the Lovin' Cup starting around 8 in conjunction with live-painting by Taylor Kennedy. |
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The Shakespeare Players program of the Rochester Community Players present Henry IV parts 1 and 2 by William Shakespeare This production continues the "Henriad" a cycle of History Plays chronicling the Reigns of Richard II, Henry IV and Henry V. … Continue reading
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The Dryden will screen En duva satt pÃ¥ en gren och funderade pÃ¥ tillvaron (A Pigeon Sat on a Branch Reflecting on Existence, Roy Andersson, Sweden 2014, 101 min., DCP, Swedish w/ subtitles). Like a modern-day Don Quixote and Sancho … Continue reading |
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Comfy, Skirts, effortlessly tight, fast, hard-pop-rock from Routine Involvements, and Tesla's Revenge perform at the Bug Jar's America's B-Day Show starting around 10 p.m.
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The Dryden will screen They Live (John Carpenter, U.S. 1988, 93 min., 35mm). A homeless drifter (wrestler "Rowdy" Roddy Piper) discovers a conspiracy by non-human aliens who have infiltrated American society in the guise of wealthy yuppies. With the help … Continue reading |
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The Dryden will screen Yellow Submarine (George Dunning, U.S. / U.K. 1968, 85 min., 35mm). The Beatles' foray into feature-length animation utilizes a mythical plot about the band's attempt to free the people of Pepperland from the Blue Meanies. A … Continue reading
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The Shakespeare Players program of the Rochester Community Players present Henry IV parts 1 and 2 by William Shakespeare This production continues the "Henriad" a cycle of History Plays chronicling the Reigns of Richard II, Henry IV and Henry V. … Continue reading
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3 events,
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The Dryden will screen Yellow Submarine (George Dunning, U.S. / U.K. 1968, 85 min., 35mm). The Beatles' foray into feature-length animation utilizes a mythical plot about the band's attempt to free the people of Pepperland from the Blue Meanies. A … Continue reading
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Joey Brink will conduct a performance of the University of Rochester Carillon, outdoor seating in the Eastman Quadrangle.
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At tonight's Monday Mayhem: screening of COINTELPRO 101 (Andres Alegria, Prentis Hemphill, Anita Johnson, Claude Marks, U.S. 2010, 56 min.) followed by a discussion. COINTELPRO may not be a well-understood acronym but its meaning and continuing impact are absolutely central … Continue reading
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The Brighton Memorial Library will screen Spare Parts (Sean McNamara, U.S. 2015, 83 min.) as part of their Summer Movie Series. Four Hispanic high school students form a robotics club. With no experience, 800 bucks, used car parts and a … Continue reading
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The Shakespeare Players program of the Rochester Community Players present Henry IV parts 1 and 2 by William Shakespeare This production continues the "Henriad" a cycle of History Plays chronicling the Reigns of Richard II, Henry IV and Henry V. … Continue reading
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The Dryden will screen Yadon ilaheyya (Divine Intervention, Elia Suleiman, France/Morocco/Germany/Palestine 2002, 92 min., 35mm, Arabic and Hebrew w/ subtitles). Carefully intertwined stories featuring a variegated lot of characters in the town of Ramallah, Elia Suleiman's deadpan, earnest take on … Continue reading |
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Learn an effective way to help save a life of someone who is having a life-threatening emergency and is not breathing. Participants will learn about heart and breathing emergencies, and how to properly perform Hands-Only CPR on a victim. Registration … Continue reading
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The Shakespeare Players program of the Rochester Community Players present Henry IV parts 1 and 2 by William Shakespeare This production continues the "Henriad" a cycle of History Plays chronicling the Reigns of Richard II, Henry IV and Henry V. … Continue reading
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The Dryden will screen Salesman (Albert Maysles, David Maysles, Charlotte Zwerin, U.S. 1968, 85 min., 35mm). A landmark American documentary from essential filmmakers the Maysles brothers, Salesman marks a highpoint in '60s cinema verité. Aging Bible salesman Paul Brennan is … Continue reading |
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Join us to celebrate the work of Kristina Kaiser. This collection of mixed media sculptures will be on exhibit until August 5th.
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Please join us at Abilene Bar and Lounge for a evening of networking and education on how the public transportation system in Rochester works! We will have a networking mingle from 6:30 – 7, then a quick presentation by the … Continue reading
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Tonight at the MAG is a screening of The Iroquois Creation Story (G. Peter Jemison, U.S. 2015, 16 min.) preceded by commentary, live dance and music from the film. This special event sponsored by Ganondagan includes live dance and music … Continue reading
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In the Kate Gleason Auditorium of the Bausch and Lomb Library Building, Abby Kohut will discuss Exposing the Hidden Job Market. Although the economy is improving - this still isn't your Grandma's job market! Many of the jobs are hidden … Continue reading
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Join us for a rare glimpse at some of New York's historic and forgotten places. Chris Goodenbury features his photography capturing his summer "urban exploration" adventures across the State. |
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Amy Kinsey will present a Focus 45 lecture on Preservation of the Gardens, an "illustrated talk on past and ongoing preservation of the historic landscape at Eastman House."
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Grab your bikes, your smart phone, a few friends and join the Young Urban Preservationists (or YUPs—a group of The Landmark Society) for Rochester's first bike scavenger hunt, followed by a few well-deserved drinks at Lux Bar and Lounge. You'll … Continue reading |
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Isabel Kaplan will present a What's Up Lecture on Glass Art at the Memorial Art Gallery. Kaplan's background is in science, and she was the engineering and earth sciences librarian at the University of Rochester for nearly 25 years until … Continue reading
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"One woman's spiritual Journey. Presented by the Penfield Players. Mature audiences only (12+)."
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The Dryden will screen Trouble in Paradise (Ernst Lubitsch, U.S. 1932, 82 min., 35mm). A hilarious romance about three subjects the movies have always excelled at serving up and dishing out: sex, crime, and conspicuous consumption. Trouble in Paradise is … Continue reading
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Roy Kröezen will conduct a performance of the University of Rochester Carillon, outdoor seating in the Eastman Quadrangle.
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The Little will screen Live From New York! (Bao Nguyen, U.S. 2015, 90 min.) followed by a videoconference Q&A with director Bao Nguyen. Saturday Night Live has been reflecting and influencing the American Story for 40 years. Live From New … Continue reading
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The Shakespeare Players program of the Rochester Community Players present Henry IV parts 1 and 2 by William Shakespeare This production continues the "Henriad" a cycle of History Plays chronicling the Reigns of Richard II, Henry IV and Henry V. … Continue reading
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The Dryden will screen The Merry Widow (Ernst Lubitsch, U.S. 1934, 99 min., 35mm). "It is a good show in the excellent Lubitsch manner, heady as the foam on champagne, fragile as mist and as delicately gay as a good-natured … Continue reading |
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The Shakespeare Players program of the Rochester Community Players present Henry IV parts 1 and 2 by William Shakespeare This production continues the "Henriad" a cycle of History Plays chronicling the Reigns of Richard II, Henry IV and Henry V. … Continue reading
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The Dryden will screen Shorts Made for the Theaters including Popeye Makes a Movie (Seymour Kneitel, U.S. 1950, 9 min., 35mm), Paramount News Review 1938: A Year of Contrast (U.S. 1938, 11 min., 35mm), This Theatre and You (Felix Jacoves, … Continue reading |
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Meet the volunteer coordinators of some of Rochester's most active and reputable agencies and see how you can get more civically engaged in the Rochester community! Hosted by RochesterCares, SeniorCorps RSVP and AmeriCorps Vista, this event is an opportunity for … Continue reading
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As part of the Gay Pride Film Fest is a screening of Connie and Carla (Michael Lembeck, U.S. 2004, 108 min.) in the Kate Gleason Auditorium of the Bausch and Lomb Library Building. Best pals Connie and Carla have a … Continue reading |
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The Little will screen The Shining (Stanley Kubrick, U.S. / U.K. 1980, 146 min.) as part of the Mondo Movie Series. Signing a contract, Jack Torrance, a normal writer and former teacher agrees to take care of a hotel which … Continue reading A Street Light Festival is a unique community-wide ROC the YOL celebration that takes place at that special time of night—when the street lights come on. A Street Light Festival is a two-day urban, outdoor festival in the heart of … Continue reading
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Please join us in welcoming Jessica Lee Wilkes to Record Archive for a lunchtime exclusive performance and signing! Raw, Rhythm and Blues-tinged Rock and Roll from a bygone era yet to come.
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As part of the Gay Pride Film Fest is a screening of Burning Blue (D.M.W. Greer, U.S. 2013, 96 min.) in the Kate Gleason Auditorium of the Bausch and Lomb Library Building. An investigation into a series of fatal accidents … Continue reading
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Moods of Ontario by John Solberg opens at Image City Photography Gallery today. The photos will be on display through August 9. |
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Hunting Stories, Harmony House, and a rich tapestry of modern Americana from The Bogs Visionary Orchestra perform at the Bug Jar. A Street Light Festival is a unique community-wide ROC the YOL celebration that takes place at that special time of night—when the street lights come on. A Street Light Festival is a two-day urban, outdoor festival in the heart of … Continue reading
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Browse our selection collection of cookbooks for the Rochester Share Fest. To participate, leave a cookbook and take a different one!
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This year the parade route ventures through Rochester's Park Ave and Monroe areas on the way to Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial park at Manhattan Square. Line-up will take place on Argyle and Buckingham Streets off of Park Ave. Kicking … Continue reading
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"There are 9 picnic tables out back that can be reserved for selling your treasures/crap. Reservations are on a first-come, first-serve basis." |
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5 events,
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When real-life artist, Egon Schiele, is charged with raping and kidnapping of a young girl, his trial becomes a landmark and his artwork is deemed pornography. Charged with immoral and depraved behavior, Egon fights for his freedom. His ordeal places … Continue reading
$14
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The Cinema will screen Mad Max: Fury Road (George Miller, U.S. 2015, 120 min.) In a stark desert landscape where humanity is broken, two rebels just might be able to restore order: Max, a man of action and of few … Continue reading
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The Cinema will screen Lambert and Stamp (James D. Cooper, U.S. 2014, 117 min.) A documentary that reveals how the unlikely partnership between aspiring filmmakers Christopher Stamp and Kit Lambert produced one of the greatest rock bands in history: The … Continue reading |
6 events,
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The Dryden will screen The Merry Widow (Ernst Lubitsch, U.S. 1934, 99 min., 35mm) for a Senior Matinee. "It is a good show in the excellent Lubitsch manner, heady as the foam on champagne, fragile as mist and as delicately … Continue reading
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Lee Cobb will conduct a performance of the University of Rochester Carillon, outdoor seating in the Eastman Quadrangle.
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The Cinema will screen Mad Max: Fury Road (George Miller, U.S. 2015, 120 min.) In a stark desert landscape where humanity is broken, two rebels just might be able to restore order: Max, a man of action and of few … Continue reading |
5 events,
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The Cinema will screen Mad Max: Fury Road (George Miller, U.S. 2015, 120 min.) In a stark desert landscape where humanity is broken, two rebels just might be able to restore order: Max, a man of action and of few … Continue reading
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The Dryden will screen one of my personal favorites, Bringing Up Baby (Howard Hawks, U.S. 1938, 102 min., 35mm). In the mother of all screwball comedies, Cary Grant stars as a stuffy paleontologist who knows more about dinosaurs than he … Continue reading |
6 events,
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Focusing on songs collected by folklorist and field recording pioneer Alan Lomax, this "collaboratory" brings together some of North America's most distinctive and creative roots musicians to revive, recycle, and re-imagine traditional music.
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The Cinema will screen Mad Max: Fury Road (George Miller, U.S. 2015, 120 min.) In a stark desert landscape where humanity is broken, two rebels just might be able to restore order: Max, a man of action and of few … Continue reading
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The Dryden will screen the ominous documentary Gimme Shelter (Albert Maysles, David Maysles, and Charlotte Zwerin, U.S. 1970, 91 min., 35mm). The landmark documentary about the ill-fated Rolling Stones concert at Altamont Speedway on December 6, 1969. Only four months … Continue reading |
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At the Canalside Shelter on the east side of Genesee Valley Park is a Bash on the Bridges celebration. Celebrate the historic pedestrian bridges in Rochester's Genesee Valley Park. Live music, lawn games, drinks and light refreshments. Short, guided walking … Continue reading
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The Cinema will screen Mad Max: Fury Road (George Miller, U.S. 2015, 120 min.) In a stark desert landscape where humanity is broken, two rebels just might be able to restore order: Max, a man of action and of few … Continue reading |
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What's your vision for the Park? Neighbors, commuters, supporters, young folks, old folks, artists, musicians, students, preservationists, community advocates, and many others. We want to hear from You.
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Wicked fun, saxophone-driven, percussive groove-rock band The BuddhaHood perform at the Celebration Commons Stage of Collegetown.
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What's your vision for the Park? Neighbors, commuters, supporters, young folks, old folks, artists, musicians, students, preservationists, community advocates, and many others. We want to hear from You. |
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Sample all the cheeses of the Finger Lakes Cheese Trail on one farm at this day-long family and foodie event. There will be plenty of local farms, foods and vendors sampling and selling, along with some wineries, breweries and cideries! … Continue reading
$5
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The MuCCC is hosting a performance of Somewhere Under Wonderland by Mario Savastano with music and lyrics by Counting Crows. Somewhere Under Wonderland explores friendship, love, sacrifice and the search for identity through the eyes of young adults living in … Continue reading
$5
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Color Brighton Green will screen the fascinating and disturbing film Comfort Zone (Kate Kressmann-Kehoe, Sean P. Donnelly, Dave Danesh, 2013, U.S., 70 min.) Is climate change a scientific problem? An engineering problem? A psychological problem? All that, and more? Comfort … Continue reading
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Avi Lank will be at the Record Archive for a Book Signing of The man who painted the universe : the story of a planetarium in the heart of the north woods.
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When real-life artist, Egon Schiele, is charged with raping and kidnapping of a young girl, his trial becomes a landmark and his artwork is deemed pornography. Charged with immoral and depraved behavior, Egon fights for his freedom. His ordeal places … Continue reading
$14
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3 events,
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The Dryden will screen one of my personal favorites, Bringing Up Baby (Howard Hawks, U.S. 1938, 102 min., 35mm). In the mother of all screwball comedies, Cary Grant stars as a stuffy paleontologist who knows more about dinosaurs than he … Continue reading
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Sue Bergren will conduct a performance of the University of Rochester Carillon, outdoor seating in the Eastman Quadrangle.
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Join us for a work party at the Gandhi House! Cleaning in the house, weeding in the garden, and enjoying the company of good people will all be taking place. We look forward to seeing you.
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The Dryden will screen The Mask of Fu Manchu (Charles Brabin, U.S. 1932, 67 min., 35mm). Boris Karloff, fresh from Frankenstein, The Mummy, and The Old Dark House, stars as the diabolical Chinese megalomaniac Dr. Fu Manchu, who tries to … Continue reading |
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Visitors to this exhibition will learn about the origins and evolution of the Hopeman Carillon. The Carillon has grown from 17 bells in 1930 to the present 50-bell instrument.
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Learn about different types of shade gardens, plants that produce spring flowers and foliage through the season, and ways to combine plants for maximum impact. Instead of thinking of shade as a problem, you'll discover beautiful plants that can flourish … Continue reading |
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Trish Coonrod, and Cary Joseph will discuss their works on display in the 65th Rochester-Finger Lakes Exhibition.
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Steve Paliotti will discuss How Fire Shaped Wayne County at the Museum of Wayne County History. Steve Paliotti, a Lyons native, career firefighter and now with the Rochester Fire Department will give a power point presentation on many of the … Continue reading |
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Winner of the 2002 Drama Desk award for Outstanding Music and Lyrics, The Last Five Years was written by Tony Award-winner and former Eastman School of Music student, Jason Robert Brown. It follows New York City couple, Cathy and Jamie, … Continue reading
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Very good medium-tempo progressive rock from Sirsy, and Better By Morning perform at the Lovin' Cup.
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The Dryden will screen P'tit Quinquin (Li'l Quinquin, Bruno Dumont, France 2014, 200 min., DCP, French w/ subtitles). Bruno Dumont's films are no stranger to George Eastman House, as the Dryden Theatre has previously hosted such austere ruminations on mortality … Continue reading |
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Wilxy and Crump, House Majority, Fox 45, and good, amiable hard rock from The Clockmen perform at the Bug Jar.
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Today from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. is the Joe+n Sixteenth Annual Day-Tour. "On Saturday August 1, 2015, Joe+n will perform the sixteenth-annual day-tour in and around Rochester NY. The day will consist of 7 shows, each consisting of a … Continue reading
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Winner of the 2002 Drama Desk award for Outstanding Music and Lyrics, The Last Five Years was written by Tony Award-winner and former Eastman School of Music student, Jason Robert Brown. It follows New York City couple, Cathy and Jamie, … Continue reading |