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  • Black History Month Celebration – RMSC

    Black History Month Celebration – RMSC
    RMSC Grounds & Eisenhart Auditorium 657 East Ave., Rochester, United States

    This Black History Month marks a century of Black History celebrations! Join us in commemorating local black leaders and innovators. Museum & Science Center February 7-8 11am-3pm Programs & Activities Coles Collection Listening Station: Join us at the Howard Coles Listening Station to hear powerful broadcasts from Rochester activist, publisher, author, historian, and radio personality […]

    $23

  • Black History Month Celebration – RMSC

    Black History Month Celebration – RMSC
    RMSC Grounds & Eisenhart Auditorium 657 East Ave., Rochester, United States

    This Black History Month marks a century of Black History celebrations! Join us in commemorating local black leaders and innovators. Museum & Science Center February 7-8 11am-3pm Programs & Activities Coles Collection Listening Station: Join us at the Howard Coles Listening Station to hear powerful broadcasts from Rochester activist, publisher, author, historian, and radio personality […]

    $23

  • Cheers 2 Us: A Paint & Sip Keepsake Affair

    Island Wraps 5152 East River Rd, West Henrietta, NY, United States

    ABOUT THE ARTIST Joan Cofield-Bridges is the Owner and gifted Artist of L & J Creations Hand Painted Glassware Collections. L & J Creations specializes in beautiful, one of a kind, decorative pieces for everyone to enjoy. Located in Buffalo, NY, Joan and her team are proud to have been serving the Western New York […]

    $89

  • Single 2 Mingle Game Nite – Island Wraps

    Island Wraps 5152 East River Rd, West Henrietta, NY, United States

    FINALLY, Let's Ditch the Apps! 🥂 Live & In-Person Singles Mixer! Tired of endless swiping? Come hang with us for a night of authentic connection, good music, positive vibes and zero awkwardness. Whether you are looking for a spark, a new friend, or just a fun night out, this is your chance to meet local […]

  • Galentine’s Day–Memorial Art Gallery

    Memorial Art Gallery 500 University Ave, Rochester, United States

    Join us for the best day of the year! Come celebrate yourself, your friendships, and the artwork of the Impressionists at MAG! We will have vendors from female-owned businesses, art creating, music, mingling, mini art tours highlighting female artists in our collection at 6:30 and 7:00 pm, light fare, a cash bar, and more. Join […]

  • Women Mean Busine$$ – Annual Expo

    ARTISANworks 565 Blossom Rd, Rochester, NY, United States

    Please join us on Sunday, March 8, in celebration of International Women’s Day 🌸 The Greater Rochester Chapter of the National Organization for Women (NOW) is hosting Women Mean Business, a free community expo highlighting local, women-owned businesses and exploring the economic issues women face today. 📍 ARTISANworks (565 Blossom Road) 🕛 12:00 p.m. – […]

    Free

  • Book Lover’s Bliss Book Fair – Day 1

    ARTISANworks 565 Blossom Rd, Rochester, NY, United States

    RocOnly’s 3rd Annual Book Lover’s Bliss Book Fair returns for two full days of stories, small businesses, and a little literary magic at ARTISANworks. 📚 Saturday, March 14th | 12:00–4:30 PM 📚 Sunday, March 15th | 12:00–4:00 PM 📍 ARTISANworks | 565 Blossom Rd., Rochester, NY 🎟️ $12 entry Spend the afternoon browsing local authors, […]

    $12

  • Book Lover’s Bliss Book Fair – Day 2

    ARTISANworks 565 Blossom Rd, Rochester, NY, United States

    RocOnly’s 3rd Annual Book Lover’s Bliss Book Fair returns for two full days of stories, small businesses, and a little literary magic at ARTISANworks. 📚 Saturday, March 14th | 12:00–4:30 PM 📚 Sunday, March 15th | 12:00–4:00 PM 📍 ARTISANworks | 565 Blossom Rd., Rochester, NY 🎟️ $12 entry Spend the afternoon browsing local authors, […]

    $12

  • INK + ALCHEMY : BOOKS & PLANTS – THEMATA

    Culver Road Armory 155 Culver Road, Rochester, NY, United States

    Plant & Book Market 🌿📚 📅 March 21 ⏰ 10 AM – 5 PM 📍 Culver Road Armory — 155 Culver Rd, Rochester Join us for a one-day indoor market featuring plant sellers, book vendors, and plant-adjacent goods. Browse houseplants, rare plants, books, zines, planters, botanical art, and other green-inspired finds from local makers and […]

    Free

  • Makers to the Rescue – RocOnly Events

    The Old Farm Cafe & Dining Experience 3450 Winton Pl Suite 6, Rochester, NY, United States

    Makers to the Rescue is a one-day community market and fundraiser bringing together local artisans, animal lovers, and good food—all in support of Verona Street Animal Society - VSAS is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting Rochester Animal Services in helping pets and their owners in our community. Their mission includes keeping pets safe, strengthening […]

    Free

  • Down to Earth Market – RocOnly Events

    Memorial Art Gallery 500 University Ave, Rochester, United States

    We’re bringing an Earth-inspired market to one of Rochester’s most iconic spaces!! RocOnly Events is partnering with Brown Hound Downtown Restaurant, located within the Memorial Art Gallery, and local artist, Sad Scribbles to bring you the Down to Earth Market, held inside the Memorial Art Gallery’s M&T ballroom. This thoughtfully curated event brings together local […]

    Free
  • Jazz Night Love at ARTISANworks | Black Owned in Rochester

    Jazz Night Live – ARTISANworks

    ARTISANworks 565 Blossom Rd, Rochester, NY, United States

    Step into an unforgettable evening of rhythm and refinement at A Night of Jazz Fusion in the intimate Casablanca Room at ARTISANworks, featuring the dynamic sounds of the Eastman Band Sonic Chasers quartet. Though just four musicians, this powerhouse ensemble delivers a rich, full-bodied sound—blending smooth jazz textures with bold fusion grooves and inspired improvisation. […]

    $25

  • The Great New York State Flea at the Public Market

    The Great New York State Flea at the Public Market – City of Rochester Public Market
    The City of Rochester Public Market 280 N Union St, Rochester, NY, United States

    The City of Rochester Public Market offers dozens of garage sales with bargains on everything from furniture to clothing; collectibles to jewelry; artwork to trinkets... all in one location! From spring through the Fall, stop by the Market every other Sunday to join us for the largest community garage sales and superfleas!

    Free
  • independent bookstore day in rochester ny - Black owned in rochester

    Independent Bookstore Day in Rochester, NY

    Rochester, NY Rochester, NY, United States

    Hey hey! It's that time! Calling all the bookish folks who love long strolls down the book aisles! It is independent bookstore day! Check out our local independent bookstores to celebrate! Noire Reading Room  Ampersand Books The Unreliable Narrator Akimbo Bookshop Book Culture Pittsford Burn Bright Books And others!

    Free

  • FREE Diabetic Eye Screenings

    Retina Associates of Western NY 160 Sawgrass Dr, ste 200, Rochester, NY, United States

    Join us on April 25th for RAWNY's 1st Annual "Diabetes Day" where we will be offering FREE Diabetic Eye Screenings to anyone in our community! When: Saturday, April 25th, 2026 from 8am to 3pm Where: 160 Sawgrass Drive, Suite 200 Rochester, NY 14620 Who: Anyone in our community 18+. You do not need to be […]

    Free

  • Quest Fest – Game, Shop, Escape at ARTISANworks – RocOnly Events

    ARTISANworks 565 Blossom Rd, Rochester, NY, United States

    Step into another realm at Quest Fest—a fantasy-forward celebration of all things magical, mythical, and immersive. Wander the Vendor Hall, filled with sci-fi and medieval art, geeky gear, wire-wrapped elf ears, leather wearables, tabletop gaming accessories, chainmail, potions, handcrafted crowns, dragon eggs, and renaissance-inspired wares. Meet local fantasy authors, get inked with themed flash tattoos, […]

    $10

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