Looking for family-friendly events around Rochester this month? We have you covered with our Guide to August Events in Rochester. For more summer fun, be sure to check out our Guide To Library Storytimes In Rochester for more events...
The Village of Webster has a walkable main street with a variety of small businesses and family-owned restaurants. It is a great place to wander and an area proud of its history. The Webster Museum and Historical Society, tucked...
Check out some of the local Farmers' Markets in the Greater Rochester area! These farmer's markets and farm stands are a part of the Fresh Connect Checks and Farmer's Market Nutrition Programs. Most accept Fresh Connect Checks and SNAP....
School is out for the summer! If you are looking for family-friendly events around Rochester this month, we have you covered with our Guide to July Events in Rochester.
If that's not enough, be sure to check out our...
How my family celebrated 4th of July growing up is a core memory for me -- from the fireworks display to the people we spent time with, even down to the slushies and Twizzlers we had each year for...
The Erie Canal, originally opened in 1825 to transport crops to the east, is now a great historical feature that runs through Rochester. Locals and tourists alike visit the canal for leisure and to appreciate its historical significance. My...
High Falls is the centerpiece of the City of Rochester. My kids and I took advantage of a sunny day to explore this historic area, which can easily be viewed in several different ways.
How to Visit High Falls:
Option 1:...
The Monroe County Library System offers a variety of storytime events for young children. Our Guide to Library Storytimes in Rochester can help you find a storytime at your local library and also let you know what's available not...
Spending the day at the Lamberton Conservatory is a great way to slow down and appreciate a piece of Rochester’s history. The Lamberton Conservatory was originally built in 1911 as a part of Highland Park. Highland Park was Rochester’s...
There are so many playgrounds tucked around every corner of Rochester. We wanted to give you our Top 10 Playgrounds in Rochester to check out this summer! We were looking for structures that were large, unique and in new...
Parenting
Guide For New And Expecting Moms In Rochester
Hello Mama! Congratulations on your growing family. At Rochester Mom Collective, we hope to support moms especially during the challenging season of pregnancy and...
Motherhood: The Hard, the Good and the Beautiful
Can I just be honest for a minute here?
I had NO idea how difficult taking on the title of "Mom" would be. None. The...
Starting Your Child In Dance: Questions Answered By DK Dance
Dena Botticelli grew up in Webster, NY and studied Early Childhood Education and Dance. It was always her passion to own a studio and...
Raising Hope and Awareness for Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
April is Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia (CDH) Awareness month. Odds are, you’ve never heard of CDH. I hadn’t either, until my son was diagnosed with...
Having An Autism Evaluation For Your Child
There is a saying that every person is a world unto themselves. When my son was about two, I had a physical therapy session in...
Spring Activities
Memorial Day Events In Rochester
There are many parades, ceremonies and events happening around Rochester to remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Wishing you...
Five State Parks Near Rochester
Looking for fun places to get outside with your family this summer? New York is full of adventures featuring history, nature, and activities in...
Guide to the Rochester Public Market
The Rochester Public Market is a well-known place to get fresh, local foods. It has served our community for over 100 years and continues...
How to Start Gardening in Rochester
Gardening in upstate New York poses a unique set of challenges. The shortened growing season, unpredictable weather, and variety of pests native to the...
Where To Go For Free Comic Book Day In Rochester
Did you know that the first Saturday in May is Free Comic Book Day? Comic Book stores across the US open to long lines...