This week’s mix of live, streamed, and drive-through socials, concerts, garden tours, theater, and talks give you options to stay in or venture out responsibly.
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Three Heads Brewing resumes indoor concerts
On July 19, Three Heads Brewing begins hosting “Easy Like Sunday Evening,” its first series of indoor concerts since the coronavirus pandemic hit.
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Rochester Jazz Festival relents to reality, cancels 2020 season
The CGI Rochester International Jazz Festival, planned for October, has been canceled and is scheduled to resume in June 2021.
Posted inMovies
Film review: ‘Palm Springs’
A fresh, fun, and inventive spin on the “Groundhog Day”-esque time loop narrative, “Palm Springs” combines a goofy sense of humor with genuine heart.
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Calendar preview: Take it outside
This week’s picks help minimize stress and nourish the body (while supporting Black-owned biz), keeping us primed for the work ahead.
Posted inMovies
Loud and proud: Must-see films for Pride month viewing
The pandemic has precluded our usual Pride celebrations, so Adam has generated this must-watch list of films, from classics to new flicks.
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Calendar preview: A fuse for freedom
This Independence Day is packed with discussions and vigils reminding us to closely consider the concept of freedom and justice for all.
Posted inNews & Opinion
URMC research shows why smokers, vapers are more susceptible to COVID-19
URMC research shows smokers and vapers have elevated levels of receptors that allow the coronavirus to gain entry to the lungs.
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No new deaths in latest COVID-19 numbers from Monroe County
To date, Monroe County has seen a total of 269 COVID-19 deaths, but no new deaths have occurred since the previous report.
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Calendar preview: Out in color
This week’s mix of virtual and in-person events includes social justice talks & town halls, film screenings, and a Pride march & rally for BLM.
Posted inCulture
Recipes: Summer bummer sandwiches
With limited restaurant options and a low desire to turn on the oven, consider this the summer of the sandwich.
Posted inCulture
Rochester Fringe Fest 2020: The show will go on(line)
The ninth annual Rochester Fringe Fest will take place this fall, but most acts will be presented virtually.
