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The Salvation Army will hold a Final Summer Season Yard Sale & Craft Fundraiser at its location at 10 Old Farm Road in Rochester on Saturday, August 29, 2026, from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. The event will feature numerous vendors and items, along with a lunchtime hot dog meal offered at an affordable price….
The Rochester Public Library Teen Room invites teens to enjoy a variety of events and activities throughout the month of September. The Teen Fall Reading Program starts on September 8 and runs through December 20. Kids ages 11, entering 6th grade, through age 18 can sign up on Beanstack: https://rplnhreads.beanstack.org/ The Rochester Public Library is…
A message from the Rochester Opera House: The height of summer is here at the Rochester Opera House, and we’ve got the hottest acts for you to enjoy before the cool of winter descends! Next week, legendary AC/DC tribute band Noise Pollution rocks the Opera House on August 21 at 8:00 PM! Noise Pollution presents…
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the results of the 2026 Chamber Raffle Bash! Underwritten by Deepa Reddy DMD, PLLC and presented by the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce, the NASCAR-themed “The Race to Riches: Fast Track to the Last Ticket” was held on Friday, August 14, 2026, at the Rochester…
The Rochester Public Library is pleased to present “Seasons”, an exhibit featuring original works by Carla M. Zwahlen until the end of August. Both intimate and expansive, “Seasons” features paintings rooted in personal experience yet resonating with universal rhythms of change and memory. Zwahlen, a graduate of the Boston Art Institute, has exhibited widely throughout…
In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, and in collaboration with the Office of Mayor Chuck Grassie, Rochester Colonial Moments, a historical series highlighting notable moments from Rochester’s past, is brought to you by Patrick O. Connelly, Rochester, New Hampshire, historian. Monday August 17, 2026 “On January 24,…
A message from Rochester Recreation & Arena: Where has the summer gone?! With our thoughts turning to fall and our lifeguards and pool attendants heading back to school, it’s time to start closing up the pools for the season. Gonic Pool closes on Friday, August 14th at 6 pm. Please note: those registered for 50+…
The Rochester Public Library invites adults 18 and older to participate in its monthly Reiki Healing Circle, held in the Library Community Room. Reiki Master Marilyn Carter cordially extends an invitation to participate in an immersive session dedicated to the gentle and non-invasive healing practice of Reiki. Whether you are new to Reiki or unfamiliar…
Call 811 before shovels or digging equipment hit the ground In recognition of National Safe Digging Day on August 11, Eversource is reminding customers to always call 8-1-1 before starting any project that requires digging, whether it’s as basic as planting a shrub or tree, or as complex as installing a deck or pool. Statistics…
Historian, researcher, and author Patrick O. Connelly will present “Introduction to the Territory and Township of Rochester” on Tuesday, August 18, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Rochester Elks Lodge, 295 Columbus Ave. Connelly, a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin with degrees in History and French, has spent decades researching Rochester’s…
Community Partners is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Brian Collins Impact Award, an annual honor recognizing an individual, family, or organization that reflects the compassion, creativity, collaboration, and commitment to community that defined Brian Collins’ life and leadership. Collins served as Community Partners’ Executive Director for 27 years, dedicating his career to advancing services…
Have you ever driven through the traffic circle at Strafford Square and noticed a large watering trough on the Walnut Street side? The trough is a scooped-out, solid granite block measuring 36 inches by 66 inches and about two feet high. It is currently used as a planter to beautify the roundabout. It is not…
There are less than 100 tickets left for the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce’s annual Chamber Raffle, where the winner will choose either $10,000 or a 2026 Harley-Davidson Sportster S motorcycle! Co-underwritten by Deepa Reddy, DMD, PLLC and hosted by the Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce, the Chamber Raffle Bash Event this year will take…
A message from the Rochester Public Library: The Rochester Public Library will host a Community Game Night on Wednesday, August 19, from 6:00–7:00 PM. The Rochester Public Library invites the community to a free, all-ages Game Night! Bring your friends, family, and neighbors and enjoy cornhole, jumbo Connect 4, jumbo Jenga, kids’ Plinko, and more!…
The Rochester Public Library is pleased to announce the addition of a new study pod made possible through a $10,000 gift from Carnegie Corporation of New York, received earlier this year in celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. The gift was part of the Carnegie Libraries 250 initiative, a national effort honoring the legacy of the…
A message from the Rochester Historical Society and Museum: For the past several weeks, on Monday evenings, members and friends from the public have been meeting at 6 p.m. at our museum to view an acclaimed documentary about the founding of our country. The meeting on July 27 had a few additional attendees, which was…
The Thank a Rochester Cop Committee is once again inviting the community to “paint the city blue” as preparations begin for National Thank a Police Officer Day, to be observed on Saturday, September 19. Throughout August and September, residents, businesses, and organizations are encouraged to show their appreciation for the Rochester Police Department by displaying…
On Thursday, June 30, Waterstone Properties Group welcomed community leaders, project partners, and local officials to celebrate the groundbreaking of Cedar Landing at the Ridge, a planned $400 million mixed-use development on Route 11. The 26.5-acre project will include more than 220 residential units, retail stores, restaurants, entertainment venues, healthcare services, banking, a fitness center,…
In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, and in collaboration with the Office of Mayor Chuck Grassie, Rochester Colonial Moments, a historical series highlighting notable moments from Rochester’s past, is brought to you by Patrick O. Connelly, Rochester, New Hampshire, historian. Monday, August 3, 2026 “In the period…
Rochester Main Street and Holidays on the Hill have partnered to launch Guilty of Giving, a community fundraiser supporting local events, downtown programming, and holiday traditions in Rochester. The lighthearted campaign features local leaders, business owners, volunteers, and community supporters getting “locked up” and raising “bail” for the cause. Proceeds will be split equally between…
The Rochester Pride Organizing Group (RPOG) invites the community to Rochester Pride 2026, scheduled for Saturday, August 1, 2026 (rain date: August 2), from 12 to 4 p.m. The event will be held in downtown Rochester at Central Square (2 Wakefield Street) and Hanson Street. This community-focused event will feature inclusive vendors, speakers, live music,…
The deadline to register for the last session of swim lessons has been extended to Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 12 pm. Session 3 runs weekdays from July 27th to August 7th. Cost is $60/residents and $80/nonresidents. Register at https://rochesterrec.recdesk.com/Community/Home. Please note that all toddler lessons are full for this session.
The Seacoast LGBT History Project is gearing up for its tenth annual exhibit at The Franklin Gallery this August. The Seacoast NH LGBT History Project is proud to present stories and artifacts that illustrate the experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people while highlighting their contributions to the rich history and thriving present…
In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, and in collaboration with the Office of Mayor Chuck Grassie, Rochester Colonial Moments, a historical series highlighting notable moments from Rochester’s past, is brought to you by Patrick O. Connelly, Rochester, New Hampshire, historian. Monday, July 27, 2026 “By 1770, inhabitants…
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce that its annual Business Referral Directory is going digital and invites non-member businesses to join the Chamber and be included. Businesses that join the Chamber by August 31, 2026, are guaranteed to be included in this valuable publication with a complimentary business listing. The Chamber’s…
A message from Rochester Main Street, a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit organization: Rochester Main Street is proud to recognize Kris Connor as our Volunteer of the Month. This one is a bit different because, although she officially volunteers with us for only a couple of events each year, this woman never stops giving back. Kris…
North America’s leading environmental solutions provider and largest recycler, has added a fourth rule to its Recycle Right® list of items that should never go in recycling and trash bins – batteries – as batteries can pose a fire risk that could injure workers or impact facilities. Batteries include alkaline batteries, the most common household batteries,…
The Spaulding High School Class of 1957 will hold its 69th class reunion on Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. at the Granite Steak House, 11 Farmington Road, Rochester. For more information, contact Donnie Allen at (702) 645-0873.
Rochester’s National Night Out will be held on August 4 from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Spaulding High School “triangle,” also known as Torr’s Park, and will feature an after-hours movie hosted by Guyer Travel Intl from 8:30 to 10:00 p.m. Rochester’s National Night Out is part of a nationwide celebration held throughout the…
In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Signing of the Declaration of Independence, and in collaboration with the Office of Mayor Chuck Grassie, Rochester Colonial Moments, a historical series highlighting notable moments from Rochester’s past, is brought to you by Patrick O. Connelly, Rochester, New Hampshire, historian. Monday, July 20, 2026 “The final draws…
Today, the American Red Cross is alerting the public to an emergency blood shortage after the nation’s blood supply fell nearly 25% in June. The shortage comes during the height of trauma season, when hospitals frequently see increased demand for blood due to serious injuries and other medical emergencies. A steep decline in blood donations…
After proposing a new fare structure earlier this year, hosting eight public input sessions throughout the region, and accepting written and oral comments through May 29, the COAST Board of Directors has approved new fares that will take effect on September 1, 2026. The new fares reflect rising operating costs and are consistent with fare…
The sixth annual LILA Dance Festival, New Hampshire’s largest dance festival, will take place on Saturday, August 29, from noon to 8 p.m. at Rochester Commons Park, with a rain date of Sunday, August 30. Admission is free, and attendees are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets to enjoy the festival and activities throughout the…