Celebrating a defunct facet of Rochester history, the New York Museum of Transportation (6393 East River Road, Rush) presents a collection of works by Tom Kirn, a Rochester-native who captures the story of the subway system through both photos and illustrations. The Rochester Subway, which ran from 1927 to 1956 and forged from an abandoned […]
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SPECIAL EVENT | Pop-Up Art Show
The pop-up art show, a concept based around art exhibitions placed in non-traditional locales, has experienced increasing popularity in the U.S. in the last decade, and Rochester is no exception. Local artist Joan Rusitzky will host a Pop-Up Art Show, her fourth since 2012, at the former Fleet Feet Store (2210 Monroe Avenue) from Friday, […]
COMEDY | Shawn Wayans
Comedian Shawn Wayans is best known for his sprawling filmography alongside brothers Keenen Ivory, Damon, and Marlon. Showcasing his stand-up abilities, Wayans will perform at The Comedy Club (2235 Empire Boulevard, Webster) on Thursday, June 11, through Saturday, June 13. Beginning his career on Fox’s classic sketch-comedy series “In Living Color” (created by Keenen), Wayans […]
ENTERTAINMENT | GCVM Hunter Derby
The Genesee Country Village and Museum (GCVM) (1410 Flint Hill Road, Mumford) will host its annual United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA) Hunter Derby on Saturday, June 6, and Sunday, June 7, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. A Hunter Derby is an equestrian race which differs from traditional derbies by attempting to mimic the […]
ART | “Stompology X”
Celebrating its 10th year, Groove Juice Swing’s “Stompology” aims at showcasing the art of jazz through dance and musical performances. Exhibiting at the historic German House (315 Gregory Street) from Thursday, June 4, through Sunday, June 7, “Stompology” offers a variety of entertainment, instructional dance classes, and competitions. This year’s dance instructors include Mike Faltesek, […]






