The Flower City Arts Center is an amazing community space offering art opportunities for ALL…read morepeople: with classes for youth (pottery classes for ages 3 and up, teen classes, workshops and summer camps) and adults, for every level (beginner, intermediate and advanced), in several disciplines (photography, book arts and ceramics, plus offerings in drawing and painting) there is something for everyone! In the years since covid, the FCAC has not only survived, but they have thrived! Thanks in large part to a generous and supportive community of members and students, luck with grants, and a dedicated staff, they have weathered two leadership changes, have innovated with online course offerings and collaborations, and have upgraded the facility's security and air exchange systems to ensure a safe and healthy environment for all students, teachers, members, staff and community attendees. If you haven't visited in a while there are lots of things going on: -- check out exciting new class listings each quarter - weekend workshops, multi-day/week classes, artist talks -- join us on a First Friday when the galleries are open (and free!), highlighting local talent -- take part in our upcoming Flower City Pottery invitational (this year, Oct 13-15, 2023) - a 3-day ceramics event featuring artist talks, demos and a large and eclectic variety of items for sale -- Watch for community collaborations like the Clarissa Uprooted - Pythodd Tribute Mural Unveiling & Celebration on Main Street, in conjunction with Teen Empowerment The FCAC is a place I not only love and support (in case you can't tell from this review and my two others...), but as a 24/7 renter, I actively use the space too. I'd love to see more of your faces there - next time you are around ask for me and tell them I sent you!

I have only taken one class at Flower City Arts Center, but can't wait to get back and flex my…read morevisual art "skills." I was sent to Intro to Adobe Illustrator by my work, and had the best experience. There was a ton of content crammed into our semester, and I now confidently create advertisements, eblasts, and social media content for my organization in Illustrator exclusively. Working in Illustrator can often be frustrating, but Jeremy (the instructor) answered my questions with grace, patience, and a sense of humor. A gift certificate to this center makes for a great gift! There is a wide variety of class offerings, and many opportunities to push yourself or someone you love out of their comfort zone. Nonprofit art centers like Flower City are the backbone of ROC, and make it the cultural beacon that it is. I hope to someday become a member and make use of this facility on a more regular basis.

What an incredible event held at the Rochester Public market. This is a major fundraiser for…read morefoodlink. Come and sample items from over 100 local food purveyors breweries wineries restaurants etc. If you are used to coming down to the market on Saturday, parking for this even is not bad at all. Entrance on Railroad Street had a much shorter line than the Union Street entrance. You get a tote bag, a wine glass and a tasting plate when you arrive. Wander for three hours tasting your favorite samples.. some vendors offered special discount coupons and a few places had items for sale.

This is an outdoor venue and I like to support a local cause and try new food…read more I've come a few times but you would honk they would have a better system of getting people thru the lines and maybe more space for people to walk around. Getting here early and going thru the stations of restaurants are encouraged. It's a 3.5 outta 5 Street parking or the lots

The Dome has always been a Henrietta staple... I grew up attending so many events here... the…read morefavorites were always the fairs and festivals. I even had my high school graduation here! The place is so adaptable to change... It's been remodeled a few times, with some much needed improvements. I've enjoyed so many very different events here, most recently beyond Van Gogh, a food tasting experience, Lego day and roller derby. They even hosted getting your Covid shot here because of the size of this place... So much space.

I've been here for several things over the past few years. Guitars and Stars, a Yelp event, and…read morejust recently Beyond Van Gogh. It's a nice space with lots of parking, and relatively easy to get out of when lots of people leave at once. Decent bathrooms (although paper towels would be nice). Their website is not currently working, but their Facebook page seems to be current. Hopefully as things start to go back to normal, they'll get some more cool events.

Eastman School of Music is a place you should experience at least once. The building is beautiful,…read moreand the acoustics are truly excellent. That said, there are a few things the venue could improve. Signage for entry is minimal we found ourselves waiting outside in the rain, hoping someone would pass by to point us in the right direction. Once inside, there was some confusion at Will Call, as staff initially couldn't locate our tickets. This was eventually resolved, but the process was a bit frustrating after already dealing with the weather and unclear entry. Something I was not expecting was a three floor walk up....While I managed fine, it's worth noting there doesn't appear to be an elevator, which could be challenging for anyone with mobility concerns. If I'm wrong let me know. A highlight of the evening was the opportunity to meet members of the Silkroad Ensemble, including Artistic Director Rhiannon Giddens. Very cool! These are world class musicians Grammy winners, Pulitzer Prize recipients, and Juilliard-trained artists--and the music, representing cultures from around the world, came together beautifully. It actually reminded me of a radio station I used to listen to in Chicago called "World Beat." On WBEZ or something.... One minor note: the seating could be more comfortable, and a bit more legroom would go a long way. Overall, it was a lovely experience and glad I finally got to visit this venue and it won't be my last. Parking is available via street parking or nearby lots.

Over the years I have attended several concerts at Kilbourn Hall from classical music to Jazz…read moreperformances. It's an intimate hall perfect for solo, small ensembles concerts. The acoustic is very good and there is no bad seat in the venue. Tonight is a Piano Recital that I came to see.

Came to see The Nutcracker here. I had not been before and enjoyed taking in this historic…read morebuilding. The parking lot is large and we easily found a spot. The bathroom is on the basement level and there are a lot of stairs required to climb to get there. The building is accessible with elevators available on each level. The theatre does have a bar area where you can get drinks (alcoholic beverages, water,pop) and snacks. The seats were close together but comfortable. We enjoyed the show and had no issues with our seats.

I got free tickets to a show called Makin' Cake at this venue from Rochester Area Community…read moreFoundation (which was excellent!). This is an easy 10 minute drive off the Thruway via the Canandaigua exit, and offers a large, free parking lot. It's bright and spacious inside, and the offerings include ballet, tribute bands, political speakers, journalists, and musical theater. I'm happy to say I have a new arts venue to add to my rotation, and will definitely be checking out their upcoming events. A note: there are a decent amount of stairs at the front entrance, but there is an accessible entrance on the other side of the building.

A little hard to find. But it's just off the main road a second beyond The Healing connection. Turn…read morein by the small blue sign and it's on the side of the building (you will see grey whitish paneling as you approach). You will walk into a lobby? with chairs and tables that leads into a hallway and then the large dance studio appears :) Excellent instructors! Excellent classes! Would highly recommend to check out the studio.

I love ballet. I love how in Rochester there are so many opportunities to experience the arts,…read moreincluding dance and music. I saw the most recent production of The Nutcracker with the RCB, and as always, I was blown away by the intricacy of the choreography and the thought that was put into every detail, from the costumes, to the set, to the lighting. This year, I noticed some changes to the choreography that I really loved--they are always striving to improve and find new methods of storytelling! This year, in addition to the performances at Eastman Theatre with the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, there were also performances held at Canandaigua Academy. I very much appreciated that because the tickets were at a much lower price point, which allowed me to be able to enjoy the performance, and I'm sure many other people who wouldn't have necessarily been able to attend the pricier performances at Eastman. I'm so glad that Rochester has such a thriving professional dance community, and I can't wait to see where it goes next!

Our family had a blast at Flower City Amusements. The one price admission for unlimited games…read moreallowed us all to play for hours on a Saturday evening. The game selection is varied: arcade games, pinball, darts, tabletop. We were able to find something for everyone. The location itself is small but it never felt crowded. It was very busy on a Saturday evening but we had the chance to play every game we wanted. It was the owners birthday and they had a 20% off special for this reason. The owner was very kind and happy to welcome us. Wonderful business and fun for all!

Nostalgic little hidden gem in Penfield! Great place to enjoy arcade games, amusements, and…read morepinball, while also offering reasonably priced "snack bar" treats. Owner and his family are local and have been in the amusement business for 80+ years! Only $10 for all you can play! No quarters needed! Bring your kids out to enjoy where today's video games originated from :)

Great little gallery owned by a partnership of local photographers. Usually try to stop every…read morefirst Friday to see what is new - constantly changing works. This month they are featuring pics from local high school students... really nice photos from these kids.

A fine place to exhibit photographs and see what others are doing. I have exhibited there a number…read moreof times in the past several years. The partners are helpful and encouraging -- and first rate photographers. A good place to visit. Good for kids if they like photography and are with an adult.