This week’s line-up features online twists on local festivals, improv comedy, and opera – plus a documentary on John Lewis and an in-person art exhibit inspired by the pandemic.
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Calendar preview: A summer switcheroo
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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Recipes: Summer bummer sandwiches
With limited restaurant options and a low desire to turn on the oven, consider this the summer of the sandwich.
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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.
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Calendar preview: Getting schooled
This week’s preview highlights some local opportunities to learn, expand perspectives, and engage meaningfully in important conversations.
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Calendar preview: No pause on what matters
In response to injustice, many events are on hold as we reflect. Still, there is no pause on what matters. Black Lives Matter.
