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CITY reviews Rochester Fringe
Our take on “Cirque du Fringe: Claws Out,” “Submergence,” “Tarot Cabaret” and more.
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Best of Rochester 2025 primary voting is now open
Nominate your favorite people, places and things to do through September 19.
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CITY’s Fringe picks
Stuff we’re jazzed to see, in case you want some recs.
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ROCHESTER TEN
Meet the people in your neighborhood — CITY’s 2025 cohort of helpers.
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2025 Festival Guide
CITY’s 2025 guide to the region’s unofficial fifth season.
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A 2025 Rochester International Jazz Festival primer
The basics on the 22nd annual fest, which runs June 20-28.
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Pantry staples
Whether you’re hoping to decrease your grocery bill, find community or reduce plastic waste, these local alternatives offer myriad solutions.
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Best of Rochester Staff Picks: Shopping & Services
Go-to spots for craft night inspiration, postal service with a smile, keeping film alive and more.
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Best of Rochester Staff Picks: Arts & Entertainment
A standout set designer, an up-and-coming choreographer, a local Elvis impersonator and more.
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Best of Rochester Staff Picks: Recreation
A few things at the top of our to-do lists, from seeing a college hoops star and finding a hidden neighborhood library to the ideal date and an exploratory YouTube channel.
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Best Of Rochester Staff Picks: Food & Drink
A NY Happy Meal, a weeknight sushi escape, a soft pretzel worth driving for and more — here’s what was on our radar in 2024.
