Green Lakes State Park
Just 10 miles east of Syracuse, Green Lakes State Park in Fayetteville is one of Central New York’s most striking natural landscapes.
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High School Musicals and Dramas in Monroe County for the 2025-26 School Year
Support Monroe County’s talented high school performing artists while enjoying the most celebrated musicals for a fraction of the cost.
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Top 10 Things To Do Around Rochester in February
Plan a memorable February around Rochester with Dutch Connection, the Lakeside Winter Celebration, ice skating, live performances, and Valentine’s Day ideas.
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🍁 Maple Weekend 2026: 13 Sweet Sugar Shacks Near Rochester
During Maple Weekend, March 21, 22, 28, and 29, 2026, producers open sugar shacks to showcase the art and science of turning sap into syrup.
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Valentine’s Day in Rochester: Cozy, Romantic & Low-Key Ideas
Valentine’s Day falls in the heart of winter, which, in Rochester, feels less like a holiday and more like an invitation to slow down.
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Exploring the Genesee Valley
Unhurried day trips through the Genesee Valley—following the Genesee River from Rochester to gorges, villages, trails, and waterfront parks.
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Top 10 Day-Trip Ideas for a Rainy Day in Rochester
Rainy days in Rochester invite slower exploring. Discover indoor day-trip ideas focused on museums, theaters, shops, dining, and unhurried time.
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First Date Spots Rochesterians Love
Low-pressure first-date ideas Rochesterians love, from parks and museums to waterfront walks and casual spots worth lingering.
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Six Scents: A Fragrant Journey Through Rochester’s Most Memorable Aromas
Explore Rochester through six unforgettable scents, from fragrant blooms and maple sugar to summer treats and autumn woods.
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Top 10 Things To Do Around Rochester in January
Find things to do around Rochester in January, from feeding chickadees and seeing winter waterfalls to browsing bookshops and warming by a fireplace.
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Eat, Shop, and Play: Creating Lasting Memories in Rochester with Family and Friends
Plan a relaxed Rochester overnight getaway with great food, walkable neighborhoods, museums, shopping, and entertainment.
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New Year’s Eve Around Rochester, NY – December 31, 2025
I’ve compiled a list of festive places to ring in the new year on December 31, ranging from comedy, theater, and music to themed parties.
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Craft Food and Beverages Around Rochester, NY
A guide to Rochester’s craft food and beverage scene, including beer, wine, cider, spirits, chocolate, coffee, ice cream, and baked goods.
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First-Day Hikes on January 1, 2026
Welcome the New Year with a guided First-Day Hike at several parks, including Brookdale Preserve, Letchworth, and Hamlin Beach.
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Child-Sized Fun: 10 Ideas for Enjoying the Holiday Break in Rochester
This guide offers a variety of fun activities to enjoy around Rochester during the holiday school break, Dec. 19, 2025, to Jan. 4, 2026.
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