The Cinema will screen Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales (Joachim Rønning, Espen Sandberg, U.S. 2017, 129 min.) "Captain Jack Sparrow searches for the trident of Poseidon while being pursued by an undead sea captain and his … Continue reading →

The Dryden will screen Bull Durham (Ron Shelton, U.S. 1988, 108 min., 35mm) with filmmaker Ron Shelton, as part of the America's Favorite Pastime series. "Crash" Davis (Kevin Costner) is a veteran minor league catcher who once had a "cup … Continue reading →

The Cinema will screen Alien: Covenant (Ridley Scott, U.S. / U.K. / Australia / New Zealand / Canada 2017, 122 min.) "The crew of a colony ship, bound for a remote planet, discover an uncharted paradise with a threat beyond … Continue reading →

The Squeaky Wheel will host an Opening Recpetion for Shape of a Pocket, on display through August 26, and feauring work by Morgan Arnett, Jason Bernagozzi, Charlie Best and Jaz Palermo, W. Michelle Harris, Kyla Kegler, Dana McKnight, Przemyslaw Moskal, … Continue reading →

This foundational tour is a two-hour walk of approximately one mile on paved roads and uneven terrain. This overview includes the graves of Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass, as well as topics of local history, horticulture, geology, architecture, monument … Continue reading →

Rochester architect Claude Bragdon built the Third Police Precinct building on Univerity Avenue that now houses Writers and Books. Come walk through the first floor of the building and learn about the architect and the history of our building.

Come and enjoy the 49th Annual Corn Hill Arts Festival, Rochester's premiere summertime festival. The family-friendly event features 375 juried artists, four stages of live music, delicious food and beverages and activities for children of all ages including spin art, … Continue reading →

Rochester was home to a number of major contributors to the shaping of early New York, many of whom rest in this section (G) of the cemetery.

The Cinema will screen Gam Pani (Nepal, 137 min.)

Come and enjoy the 49th Annual Corn Hill Arts Festival, Rochester's premiere summertime festival. The family-friendly event features 375 juried artists, four stages of live music, delicious food and beverages and activities for children of all ages including spin art, … Continue reading →

The Dryden will screen Abulele (Jonathan Geva, Israel 2015, 96 min., DCP, Hebrew w/ subtitles) as part of the Rochester International Jewish Film Festival. Abulele has everything you would expect from a fantasy film. In this family-friendly story reminiscent of … Continue reading →

This foundational tour is a two-hour walk of approximately one mile on paved roads and uneven terrain. This overview includes the graves of Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass, as well as topics of local history, horticulture, geology, architecture, monument … Continue reading →

The Dryden will screen A Day's Pleasure (Charles Chaplin, U.S. 1919, 24 min., 35mm), and Shoulder Arms (Charles Chaplin, U.S. 1918, 45 min., 35mm) with live piano by Philip C. Carli for Independence Day and Silent Tuesday. The classic Chaplin … Continue reading →

The Cinema will screen The Book of Henry (Colin Trevorrow, U.S. 2017, 105 min.) "With instructions from her genius son's carefully crafted notebook, a single mother sets out to rescue a young girl from the hands of her abusive stepfather."

The Cinema will screen My Cousin Rachel (Roger Michell, U.K. / U.S. 2017, 106 min.) "A young Englishman plots revenge against his late cousin's mysterious, beautiful wife, believing her responsible for his death. But his feelings become complicated as he … Continue reading →

Join Rochester Global Connections for a talk with Saudi social activist, Mohammed Saad. In addition to using his personal experiences as a passage onto the challenges facing the blind in Saudi Arabia, Mohammed Saad will share his artistic talent in … Continue reading →

The Cinema will screen The Book of Henry (Colin Trevorrow, U.S. 2017, 105 min.) "With instructions from her genius son's carefully crafted notebook, a single mother sets out to rescue a young girl from the hands of her abusive stepfather."

The Dryden will screen Charcuterie mécanique (The Mechanical Butcher, Lumière, France 1896, 1 min., 35mm), Le squelette joyeux (Lumière, France 1897, 1 min., 35mm), Le voyage dans la lune (A Trip to the Moon, Georges Méliès, France 1902, 13 min., … Continue reading →

Prose writers of short fiction, memoir, essays, prose poem, chapters from longer works are welcome to read. Our only requirement is that your piece be under 2000 words.

The Cinema will screen The Book of Henry (Colin Trevorrow, U.S. 2017, 105 min.) "With instructions from her genius son's carefully crafted notebook, a single mother sets out to rescue a young girl from the hands of her abusive stepfather."

The Dryden will screen Damn Yankees! (George Abbott, Stanley Donen, U.S. 1958, 111 min., 35mm) as part of the America's Favorite Pastime series. In this Faustian story, a Washington Senators fanatic sells his soul to the devil just to see … Continue reading →

Like most large developments in Rochester Collegetown burdened the residents with huge costs and has filed to deliever on most of its promises. Come down to hear Alex White describe how this project will continue to cost our residents for … Continue reading →

The Cinema will screen The Book of Henry (Colin Trevorrow, U.S. 2017, 105 min.) "With instructions from her genius son's carefully crafted notebook, a single mother sets out to rescue a young girl from the hands of her abusive stepfather."

This 75-minute tour includes some topics covered on Sunday North Section tours as well as new material, on an alternate route of the North Section.

This year's theme is "We Are the Ones We've Been Waiting For." Guest speaker Elizabeth Nyamayaro. Convention Days commemorates the First U.S. Women's Rights Convention held in 1848. This three day event will be filled with speakers, workshops, historical actors … Continue reading →

Are you queer? Do you hate that GAGV is paying RPD $10K to come to Pride? Are you tired of corporate queers submitting to the systems that oppress us? Come join us for a Mobile Party to celebrate our hate … Continue reading →

The Cinema will screen Paris Can Wait (Eleanor Coppola, U.S. / Japan 2016, 92 min.) "The wife of a successful movie producer takes a car trip from the south of France to Paris with one of her husband's associates."

Enjoy a brand new summer event combining talented local artisans and fun vintage train rides at the Rochester and Genesee Valley Railroad Museum. Join us on July 15-16 for Craft Show Caboose Rides where you will visit with our craft … Continue reading →

This experiential workshop led by Kit Miller focuses on strengthening empathy for self and others as well as exploring and refreshing your listening skills through the lens of Nonviolent Communication. We will practice listening as a gift as well as … Continue reading →

Stroll the paved, flat-surfaced Grove Avenue. Learn about residents of great wealth and status, as well as some who had little in life but left a mark nonetheless.

This year's theme is "We Are the Ones We've Been Waiting For." Guest speaker Elizabeth Nyamayaro. Convention Days commemorates the First U.S. Women's Rights Convention held in 1848. This three day event will be filled with speakers, workshops, historical actors … Continue reading →

Enjoy a brand new summer event combining talented local artisans and fun vintage train rides at the Rochester and Genesee Valley Railroad Museum. Join us on July 15-16 for Craft Show Caboose Rides where you will visit with our craft … Continue reading →

The Dryden will screen The Second Time Around (Leon Marr, Canada 2016, 107 min., DCP) as part of the Rochester International Jewish Film Festival. Two senior citizens discover it's never too late to fall in love in this unabashedly sentimental … Continue reading →

The Dryden will screen Casablanca (Michael Curtiz, U.S. 1942, 102 min., 35mm) as part of the Senior Matinee series. The inimitable Humphrey Bogart plays Rick, the sharp and cynical owner of a nightclub in Wwii-era Morocco, haunted by memories of … Continue reading →

The Red Fern is holding a fundraiser for ARRoc this Monday, July 17th, from 6pm - 9pm. Regular menu will be served, and a portion of the evening's proceeds will be donated to ARRoc to help fund their ongoing advocacy … Continue reading →

The Cinema will screen Paris Can Wait (Eleanor Coppola, U.S. / Japan 2016, 92 min.) "The wife of a successful movie producer takes a car trip from the south of France to Paris with one of her husband's associates."

The Cinema will screen Paris Can Wait (Eleanor Coppola, U.S. / Japan 2016, 92 min.) "The wife of a successful movie producer takes a car trip from the south of France to Paris with one of her husband's associates."

The Little will screen The B-Side: Elsa Dorfman's Portrait Photography (Errol Morris, U.S. 2016, 76 min.) followed by a Panel Discussion with Jenn Libby, Gerry Szymanski, and Michelle Macirella as part of the One Take Documentary Series. Portrait photographer Elsa … Continue reading →

The Dryden will screen Speedy (Ted Wilde, U.S. 1928, 85 min., 35mm) with live piano accompaniment by Philip C. Carli as part of the America's Favorite Pastime, Silent Tuesdays series. In a rollicking action comedy that rivals the masterful Safety … Continue reading →

The Cinema will screen Paris Can Wait (Eleanor Coppola, U.S. / Japan 2016, 92 min.) "The wife of a successful movie producer takes a car trip from the south of France to Paris with one of her husband's associates."

The Dryden will host a discussion with Eugene Richards along with a screening of Richards' films Rain Will Follow (Eugene Richards, U.S. 2016, 15 min.), a five-minute excerpt from Richards's new film Thy Kingdom Come, A Procession of Them (Eugene … Continue reading →

The Cinema will screen Dean (Demetri Martin, U.S. 2016, 96 min.) "A comedy about loss, grief, and the redemptive power of love. Dean is a NY illustrator who falls hard for an LA woman while trying to prevent his father … Continue reading →

Join the Triangle and Shawn Dunwoody to help design a mural that will transform the Culver Road streetscape! We will be meeting in Fisher Hall (last set of doors on Rosewood, farthest from Culver Rd.) All are welcome!

The RAFAS Networking series continues in July. Fellow filmmaker and restauranteur, Patrick Jaouen has invited us to Mullers Cider House for our networking meeting. There will be a $2 off drink specials and be sure to check out the great … Continue reading →

The Cinema will screen Paris Can Wait (Eleanor Coppola, U.S. / Japan 2016, 92 min.) "The wife of a successful movie producer takes a car trip from the south of France to Paris with one of her husband's associates."

Guided Exhibit Tours of Because of Women Like Her...Winning the Vote in New York State begin in Harold Hacker Hall in the Rundel Library Building at 1 p.m., 2 p.m, 3 p.m, and 4 p.m. Join us for guided tours … Continue reading →

We're celebrating 100 years of women's right to vote in NYS with the Roc Women's Music Fest! Musical acts Meshell Ndegeocello, MC Lyte, Joan Osborne, Mikaela Davis and Teagan and the Tweeds will take the stage, and we'll have food … Continue reading →

The Little will screen Kiki (, Sara Jordenö, Sweden / U.S. 2016, 94 min.) as part of the The Black Cinema Series. In New York City, LGBTQ youth-of-color gather out on the Christopher Street Pier, practicing a performance-based artform, Ballroom, … Continue reading →

Celebrate the 26th annual Native American Dance and Music Festival, Saturday-Sunday, July 22-23, 2017, 10am - 6pm. Nowhere else in the area can you experience the incredible diversity of our living Native American culture.

Rochester has been home to many innovators and leaders in the medical field. Learn more about their contributions, which have helped so many people.

The Cinema will screen Surf II: The End of the Trilogy (Randall M. Badat, U.S. 1984, 91 min.) Come get your Buzz on! This month we're showing Surf II: The End of the Trilogy. Evil Nerd Menlo wants to get … Continue reading →

Celebrate the 26th annual Native American Dance and Music Festival, Saturday-Sunday, July 22-23, 2017, 10am - 6pm. Nowhere else in the area can you experience the incredible diversity of our living Native American culture.

Eat Me and The Butcher Block Market are celebrating the launch of Eat Me products on the shelves of the market! Come join us Sunday, July 23 from 1-3 p.m. at The Butcher Block Market! DJ Alykhan is joining us … Continue reading →

This foundational tour is a two-hour walk of approximately one mile on paved roads and uneven terrain. This overview includes the graves of Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass, as well as topics of local history, horticulture, geology, architecture, monument … Continue reading →

The Dryden will screen Speedy (Ted Wilde, U.S. 1928, 85 min., 35mm) with live piano accompaniment by Philip C. Carli as part of the America's Favorite Pastime series. In a rollicking action comedy that rivals the masterful Safety Last, Harold … Continue reading →

The Cinema will screen Beatriz at Dinner (Miguel Arteta, U.S. 2017, 82 min.) "A holistic medicine practitioner attends a wealthy client's dinner party after her car breaks down."

The Cinema will screen The Exception (David Leveaux, U.K. / U.S. 2016, 107 min.) "A German soldier tries to determine if the Dutch resistance has planted a spy to infiltrate the home of Kaiser Wilhelm in Holland during the onset … Continue reading →

The Cinema will screen Beatriz at Dinner (Miguel Arteta, U.S. 2017, 82 min.) "A holistic medicine practitioner attends a wealthy client's dinner party after her car breaks down."

The Dryden will screen The Great Train Robbery (Edwin S. Porter, U.S. 1903, 12 min., 35mm), and Way Down East (D. W. Griffith, U.S. 1920, 148 min., 35mm) with live piano accompaniment by Philip C. Carli as part of the … Continue reading →

The Cinema will screen Beatriz at Dinner (Miguel Arteta, U.S. 2017, 82 min.) "A holistic medicine practitioner attends a wealthy client's dinner party after her car breaks down."

The Dryden will screen Broadway Melody of 1940 (Norman Taurog, U.S. 1940, 103 min., 35mm) as part of the National Endowment for the Arts series. This delightful MGM musical featuring songs by the unparalleled Cole Porter finds Fred Astaire and … Continue reading →

The Cinema will screen Beatriz at Dinner (Miguel Arteta, U.S. 2017, 82 min.) "A holistic medicine practitioner attends a wealthy client's dinner party after her car breaks down."

The Little will screen La Pazza Gioia (Like Crazy, Paolo Virzì, Italy / France 2016, 118 min.) as part of the Italian Film Series. In a psychiatric facility in Tuscany, Beatrice and Donatella become friends. During educational work outside the … Continue reading →

The Cinema will screen The Mummy (Alex Kurtzman, U.S. 2017, 110 min.) "An ancient princess is awakened from her crypt beneath the desert, bringing with her malevolence grown over millennia, and terrors that defy human comprehension."

The Dryden will screen The Andromeda Strain (Robert Wise, U.S. 1971, 131 min., 35mm) as part of the Tricks through Time series. Could a program on special effects be complete without the mention of legendary filmmaker and visual effects pioneer … Continue reading →

Explores the intersection of social change, activism, and creative practice, initiating a dialogue between artists, organizers, and the community of Rochester. Keynote by Jessica Pabón-Colón. Featuring panel discussions and more.

Meet 19th century Rochesterians — pivotal leaders, entrepreneurs, and heroes whose graves lie in sections not often visited on other Mt. Hope tours.

The Cinema will screen Transformers: The Last Knight (Michael Bay, U.S. 2017, 149 min.) "Autobots and Decepticons are at war, with humans on the sidelines. Optimus Prime is gone. The key to saving our future lies buried in the secrets … Continue reading →

Eat Me and Abundance Food Co-op are celebrating the launch of Eat Me products on the shelves of the co-op! Join us Sunday, July 30 from 1-3 p.m. at Abundance! DJ Alykhan is joining us to bring some wavvy tunes … Continue reading →

This foundational tour is a two-hour walk of approximately one mile on paved roads and uneven terrain. This overview includes the graves of Susan B. Anthony and Frederick Douglass, as well as topics of local history, horticulture, geology, architecture, monument … Continue reading →

The Dryden will screen Mysterious Island (Cy Endfield, U.S. 1961, 101 min., 35mm) as part of the Tricks through Time series. Confederate officers escape their Civil War prison only to be blown off course in this film version of Jules … Continue reading →

The Dryden will screen Broadway Melody of 1940 (Norman Taurog, U.S. 1940, 103 min., 35mm) as part of the National Endowment for the Arts series. This delightful MGM musical featuring songs by the unparalleled Cole Porter finds Fred Astaire and … Continue reading →

The Cinema will screen The Mummy (Alex Kurtzman, U.S. 2017, 110 min.) "An ancient princess is awakened from her crypt beneath the desert, bringing with her malevolence grown over millennia, and terrors that defy human comprehension."

The Cinema will screen The Mummy (Alex Kurtzman, U.S. 2017, 110 min.) "An ancient princess is awakened from her crypt beneath the desert, bringing with her malevolence grown over millennia, and terrors that defy human comprehension."

The Dryden will screen Körkarlen (The Phantom Carriage, Victor Sjöström, Sweden 1921, 93 min., 35mm, Swedish w/subtitles) with live piano accompaniment by Philip C. Carli as part of the Tricks through Time series. One of the towering achievements of silent … Continue reading →

The Cinema will screen The Hero (Brett Haley, U.S. 2017, 93 min.) "Lee Hayden is a veteran actor of Westerns whose career's best years are behind him after his one really great film, 'The Hero.' Now, scraping by with voice … Continue reading →

We Write Short Shorts: The Art of Writing Flash Fiction begins in the Rundel Arts Room on the 1st floor of the Rundel Memorial Building and continues for a total of four wednesdays at the same time. Flash fiction—a/k/a the … Continue reading →

Lecture by Paul K. Chapell at Downtown United Presbyterian Church. Chappell graduated from West Point, was deployed to Iraq, and left active duty as a Captain. He is the author of several books about waging peace, ending war, the art … Continue reading →

The Cinema will screen The Mummy (Alex Kurtzman, U.S. 2017, 110 min.) "An ancient princess is awakened from her crypt beneath the desert, bringing with her malevolence grown over millennia, and terrors that defy human comprehension."