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There are always reasons in every season to visit Rochester.
"Who Knew?!" exclaimed a USA Today article on Rochester that went on to call us a "serendipitous and surprising getaway". We think once you VisitRochester, you'll be delighted at your discoveries as well. Its people and places live up to our top rankings for friendliness, family fun and memorable getaways. Famous sites blend with charming neighborhoods and historic canal towns to create a mosaic of attractions to visit. Cruise, bike or hike, on the original Erie Canal path while visiting great restaurants, shops and quaint villages along the way. You'll soon discover why we think Rochester is made for Living...for a weekend or a lifetime.
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"Learn About Letchworth" Lecture Series
08/12/2008 - 08/26/2008
Lecture programs highlighting the history and environmental heritage of Letchworth and the Genesee Valley area.
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"Stone Tool Technology Show"
08/23/2008 - 08/24/2008
Flintknapping, took making demonstrations, Native American Crafts, 19th Century Mountain Men encampment, Atl-Atl competi...
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"The Circle" Art Opening Reception
08/10/2008 - 08/31/2008
The public is invited to view three art exhibits in the Center at High Falls. "The Circle" shows how sixty art...
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2008 J/22 World Championships
08/17/2008 - 08/24/2008
2008 J/22 World Championships hosted by the Rochester Yacht Club
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Adventures with Clifford The Big Red Dog™
06/07/2008 - 09/01/2008
Bound into the world of Clifford™ and other Birdwell Island residents. Pilot the ferry, serve up fish and chips, make mu...
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Africas: Photographs from the Permanent Collection
06/28/2008 - 09/28/2008
This slice of our collection presents work by Mary Ellen Mark, Arnold Newman, Margaret Bourke-White, Nickolas Muray and ...
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Curse of the Black Gold: 50 Years of Oil in the Niger Delta
06/14/2008 - 09/01/2008
Photojournalist Ed Kashi takes a look at the profound cost of oil exploitation in West Africa. This work traces the impa...
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Downtown Batavia Public Market
06/28/2008 - 10/18/2008
Join Us AT The Downtown Batavia Public Market every Saturday from 9:00 am until 2 pm, starting on June 28th. The market ...
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Downtown Batavia Public Market
06/28/2008 - 10/25/2008
Downtown Batavia Public Market is centrally located and provides a variety of products: baked goods (custom cupcakes,bre...
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Echo-Tone's Punk Rock Party for the Homeless
08/24/2008 - 08/24/2008
Punk Rock Party 8 Bands + 8 Hours = Punk Rockers! To Benefit Catholic Family Center's Homeless Shelters for Woman and Ch...
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Fairport Tuesday Summer Car Cruz Nites
06/03/2008 - 09/30/2008
Tuesdays between June - September from 6:00 - 8:00 pm Antique and classic cars, food, and live music in the Box Factory ...
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Foodlink Farmers' Market
06/18/2008 - 10/01/2008
The Foodlink Farmers’ Market will take place every Wednesday through October 1st, 11am to 2pm, in Washington Squar...
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Genesee River Dinner Cruises
07/04/2008 - 09/26/2008
Take a scenic dinner cruise on the Mary Jemison boat, Friday nights this summer! A cruise aboard the Mary Jemison depart...
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Going for Baroque Italian Organ Concert
07/06/2008 - 08/31/2008
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Jackson Square Concerts "Friday Night In The Square"
06/20/2008 - 08/29/2008
Jackson Square Concerts Series "Friday Night In The Square" in Downtown Batavia will be featuring the followin...
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Jackson Square Concerts "Friday Night In The Square"
06/20/2008 - 08/29/2008
Jackson Square Concerts "Friday Night In The Square". Every Friday night you can have great entertainment in d...
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Masters of Studio Glass: Joel Philip Myers and Steven I. Weinberg
12/06/2007 - 10/19/2008
This exhibition celebrates the works of two contemporary glass artists: Joel Philip Myers, known for his blown sculptura...
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Monroe Village Farmers' Market
06/18/2008 - 10/22/2008
The Monroe Village Task Force welcomes the Monroe Village Farmers’ Market. As a community meeting place this marke...
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Mystic Mediterranean Rhythm of Ottomans
08/22/2008 - 08/22/2008
Historical Ottoman Band will perform on August 22nd at 06:30 pm Ottoman military bands are thought to be the oldest vari...
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Reflecting the Heart of God
07/12/2008 - 08/29/2009
JOY GALLERY presents Artists Exhibits by Gallery Members and Special Guest Photographer, Anne Clements. During July and ...
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Rochester Tour
09/19/2007 - 12/31/2008
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Spin: The Science of Rotation
06/11/2008 - 09/28/2008
Give science a whirl with this hands-on exhibit that explores the circular motion involved in everything from spinning t...
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Start Your Engines!
08/22/2008 - 08/22/2008
"Family Friday" hands-on activities: Explore the engineering and technology of fast cars and monster trucks. Find out ab...
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West African Masquerade: Photographs by Phyllis Galembo
06/28/2008 - 09/28/2008
Galembo photographs the ceremonial costumes of priests and priestesses in Africa, North and South America, and the Carib...
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Entertainment
- Special Offers
Mansions & Museums Pass
Valid 06/09/2008 - 10/31/2008
George Eastman House
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Strong Museum Family at Play
Valid 06/01/2008 - 09/15/2008
Radisson Hotel Rochester Airport
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Two for One Special Offer
Valid 10/02/2007 - 12/31/2008
Susan B. Anthony House
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Wine Tour Package for 2
Valid 05/22/2008 - 10/30/2008
Abner Adams House
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Adventure Teambuilding
Valid 08/01/2008 - 12/01/2008
Rockventures.net
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Bargain Shopping
Valid 02/04/2008 - 12/31/2008
1820 Springdale Farm Bed & Breakfast
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Sand Volleyball, Rock Climbing, Museum Admission and Sticky Lips Barbecue
Valid 08/01/2008 - 12/01/2008
Rockventures.net
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Oktoberfest Discount!
Valid 09/12/2008 - 09/21/2008
Irondequoit Parks & Recreation Dept
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The Art of Dining Package
Valid 03/01/2008 - 12/31/2008
Carpe Diem Tours & Travel
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Explore Package
Valid 05/01/2008 - 12/30/2008
Hyatt Regency Rochester
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Back to School Shopping Package
Valid 08/05/2008 - 11/15/2008
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
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Wine Enthusiast Package at Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Valid 10/01/2007 - 12/31/2008
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
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Boycott your Sofa
Valid 06/01/2008 - 09/15/2008
La Quinta Inn
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Family Fun!
Valid 08/05/2008 - 09/02/2008
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
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Discount Offer
Valid 02/12/2008 - 12/31/2008
Carey Lake LLC
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