Day Trip to Buffalo

At just about an hour's drive from the Rochester Area, Buffalo is an easy and fun trip for the family. There are so many ways to enjoy the area that it is hard to choose just a few. We've...
Pack up the car and hit the road! There is so much for families to explore within a short drive from Rochester. At Rochester Mom Collective, we have lots of ideas to help moms plan a day trip from...
Niagara Falls attracts millions of people from all over the world, and we are lucky enough to live just a short drive away. While the Canadian side gets a lot of attention, the American side has plenty to offer...
The Erie Canal has been a vital part to the Rochester area's culture for 200 years. Following its completion in 1825, Rochester became a boomtown, with many thriving villages along the canal. Today, the Erie Canal may not be...
Located to the north west of the city or Rochester where the Genesee River meets Lake Ontario, Ontario Beach Park offers family fun activities year round. Parking is free and there are plenty of spots available, though those closest...
It was the first overnight trip my husband and I attempted with his daughters, at the time ages 15, 13, and 9. We also had a four month old puppy. Reflecting back on it, two nights in a tent...
Interacting with animals has been shown to provide a wide range of benefits for people of all ages. From farms and animal rescues to petting zoos and cat cafes, there are many opportunities to visit with animals across the...
There are so many playgrounds across Rochester. We wanted to give you our new Top 10 Playgrounds in Rochester and some honorable mentions to check out this summer! We were looking for structures that were large, unique and in...
Library cards are free to Monroe county residents and can be used at any of the 31 locations within the Monroe County Public Library System. All locations offer summer reading programs each year as well as a variety of...
The Great Lakes were formed around 14,000 years ago as the glaciers that formed them melted. They are interconnected by rivers and connected to the Atlantic Ocean through the St Lawrence River. While Rochester is located hours away from...

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