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It may be in the 70s outside but the ice is ready for you! Watch this time-lapse to see how many hands over many days it takes to get the ice ready. For more information on public skating and lessons, call (603) 332-4120 or visit www.rochesternh.gov/rochester-recreation-arena. Follow the Rec & Arena on Facebook and Instagram […]
Now through the end of September, the Franklin Gallery at RiverStones Custom Framing, 33 N. Main Street in Rochester, will host an exhibit featuring the work of North Conway artist Gina Lafontaine. Gina Lafontaine is a self-taught abstract artist based in her hometown of North Conway, New Hampshire. She intuitively creates her artwork on paper using […]
Local nonprofits who wish to apply for a grant from the MVSB (Meredith Village Savings Bank) Fund can do so by October 15. The application and instructions can be accessed online at mvsb.com/community-involvement. Established in 1997, under the leadership of John Starrett, then-President and CEO of the Bank, the MVSB Fund at New Hampshire Charitable […]
The Rochester Public Library is excited to announce an engaging program designed to educate and inspire local teens about solar eclipses, with a particular focus on the upcoming partial annular eclipse on October 14th and the highly anticipated total eclipse on April 8th. Scheduled for Monday, September 25th, at 3 pm, teens will have the […]
Rochester Rotary, in collaboration with Rochester Main Street and SCARE NH, is pleased to announce its annual Halloween Costume Donation Drive aimed at providing free costumes to local families. On October 7th, between 1:00 and 4:00 pm, in Central Square during the Pumpkin Patch event hosted by Rochester Main Street, Rochester Rotary will be collecting […]
The Rochester Public Library is pleased to present a selection of work by local artist Marcey Buchakjian for the month of September. Marcey Buchakjian is an artist with a diverse range of talents who has spent the last few decades exploring various forms of art. She’s worked with bronze casting, ceramics, and traditional oil painting. […]
The Department of Public Works is initiating its search for a Christmas Tree for the annual Holiday Display, in Central Square. “We always look forward to this event,” said Lisa Clark, Deputy Director Operations & Admin., Department of Public Works. “Anyone interested in donating a tree should contact DPW prior to October 10, 2023.” According […]
Cornerstone VNA, a nonprofit home health and hospice organization, is proud to announce the launch of its updated website. The updated site features a fresh new look and photos of their staff throughout all five programs including Home Care, Hospice Care, Palliative Care, Life Care-Private Duty, and Community Care. Each program page includes a list […]
The Rochester Performance & Arts Center (RPAC) just released the schedule for their 6th annual PorchFest music festival on September 24, and the lineup of over 50 solos, duos, and bands promises an afternoon of incredible and varied music. PorchFest is a free outdoor music festival, placing bands on outdoor stages and in unconventional performance […]
This October, thousands of runners will participate in the James W. Foley Freedom Run, an annual 5K that celebrates the legacy and memory of James W. Foley. Runners and walkers from all over the world will participate to support the James W. Foley Legacy Foundation, in remembrance of New Hampshire native James W. Foley, and […]
Rochester Opera House is featuring five nights of entertainment on their historic stage, featuring mediums, award-winning Skerryvore hailing from Scotland, to concert tributes to some iconic bands. Look out for a fantastic night of evidential and heart-centered messages on September 14th from Spirit with two NH Natives and Internationally renowned mediums, Cindy Kaza and Lauren […]
The 3rd annual Granite State Fair, formerly and historically known as the Rochester Fair, will return on the weekends of September 14-17 and September 21-24, 2023. Located at 72 Lafayette St, the Granite State Fair boasts several mechanical rides, a circus, grandstand events, food, livestock and agricultural exhibitions, and much more. Grandstand Events include a […]
The Rochester Historical Society and Museum will be presenting a program about the Amoskeag Manufacturing Company by Robert Perrault on September 14th at 6:00 pm. The Amoskeag Manufacturing Company was a textile manufacturer in Manchester. From modest beginnings, it grew throughout the 19th century into the largest cotton textile plant in the world. At its […]
Rochester Main Street is seeking volunteers for a clean-up and flower planting, in Central Square, on Sunday, September 17, starting at 9:00 am. The group will be planting fall mums, taking down the Bigfoot Scavenger Hunt, and wiping down any graffiti vandalism. Volunteers are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing and bring their own gloves, and […]
As reported in a local news article, Rochester City Manager Katie Ambrose addressed concerns regarding styrofoam debris caused by a large-scale construction project in the downtown corridor. Ambrose stated, “The installation process required for the exterior wall cladding on the project is creating debris, which is being vacuumed on the scaffolding, but the wind is […]
The Children’s Room, at the Rochester Public Library, is pleased to report the success of this year’s Summer Reading Program, which centered around the nationwide theme “All Together Now.” According to staff, the program, driven by a commitment to fostering a sense of community, has been met with overwhelming participation and enthusiasm from young readers […]
The City of Rochester’s Economic Development Department is pleased to welcome JESA Lash Extension Studio to downtown. JESA offers brow, skin, waxing, and lash services in their studio located at 11 Wakefield Street. According to JESA owner Jane Thibodeau, lash extensions have become increasingly popular recently, stating “Anyone can achieve considerable results with lash extensions […]
As part of the initiative to “Thank a Rochester Cop”, the Rochester Public Library is excited to announce two upcoming events meant to bring the community together to thank the members of the Rochester Police Department. Story Time with an Officer and Popsicles with Police offer families and community members a unique opportunity to interact […]
On September 25th, the City of Rochester, in collaboration with Strafford Regional Planning Commission and Strafford County Public Health Network, is conducting an Accessibility Audit of Downtown Rochester. Volunteers are needed during the event to observe and evaluate the accessibility of streets and sidewalks in downtown Rochester. Participants will meet at the Rochester Performance & […]
The Rochester Public Library is pleased to announce that September is Library Card Sign-Up Month. In collaboration with the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries across the nation, the Rochester Public Library aims to highlight the wide variety of resources available through membership. From physical and digital book borrowing to educational resources and community events, […]
Rochester Grange #86 is gearing up for its annual community service event, “Home for Now,” benefiting the Jump Start Homeless Center of Strafford County. This longstanding tradition, now in its 12th year, continues to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those in need. Who: Rochester Grange #86 Where: 21 Charles St. Rochester, NH […]
The Rochester Public Library invites young readers to attend the Percy Jackson Extravaganza, on Saturday, September 23rd, in anticipation of the upcoming release of “Chalice of the Gods” by acclaimed author Rick Riordan. The extravaganza offers a unique opportunity for participants to immerse themselves in the beloved series, partake in discussions about the books, enjoy […]
There is still time to show your appreciation for the Rochester Police Department, as National Thank a Police Officer Day approaches on September 16, 2023. The volunteer-run nonprofit, Thank a Rochester Cop, would like to remind the community about three locations with supplies available to help “paint the city blue” during the month of September. […]
The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce “For the Plot”, an exhibition featuring a series of works by Zach Tinker in the Bernier Room, at the James W. Foley Memorial Community Center. Zach Tinker, a talented artist hailing from New Ipswich, New Hampshire, has dedicated most of his life to the pursuit […]
While COAST has been slowly reintroducing suspended services in the last few months with staffing improvements, a recent wave of staff unavailability is forcing new temporary suspensions. The new suspensions will take effect on Friday, September 1. After coming very close to renewing all weekday and Saturday services by mid-spring of this year, ridership has […]
The Teen Room, at the Rochester Public Library, is pleased to announce the success of its 2023 Summer Reading program, which aimed to foster reading and community among teens aged 12 to 18. Participants collectively logged 80,000 minutes of reading. In addition, the program offered fifteen diverse activities, including art sessions, bead animal crafting, origami […]
The Rochester Recreation Department is pleased to announce that CATWOLF will be performing at the Rochester Common on Thursday, August 31 at 6:00 pm. Stop by the Rochester Common to see CATWOLF play soulful rock with playful tempo changes that inspire everyone to move and groove. This is the final show for the Summer Concert Series. […]
On Saturday, August 26th, 2023 representatives from the Rochester, NH Elks Lodge #1393 traveled to the NH Veterans Home in Tilton, NH for the purpose of presenting a donation in the amount of $1000 dollars to the facility. This grant was made possible through a Freedom Grant awarded to the Lodge by the Elks National […]
Hanson Pines Educational Walk – Wednesday, September 6th (5:30 pm) At Hanson Pines Park. Free, registration is required. Open to community members of all ages. Learn about Hanson Pines and the City’s Forest Management Plan. Deerfield Fair – Thursday, September 28 (8:30 am) Registration required. You must purchase a ticket either ahead of time or […]
The Rochester Recreation Department welcomes the public to join a walking tour through Hanson Pines to learn about the park’s Forest Management Plan. Hanson Pines, officially “Dominicus Hanson Park”, is a 30.5± acre community-owned forest that lies just north of bustling downtown Rochester. The land was generously donated by Charles A.C. Hanson in 1915, in […]
The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts (RMFA) is pleased to announce the completion of a vibrant mural featuring a colorful, graphic mountainscape. The mural is located on the backside of the Waypoint Center, on Wallace Street, in downtown Rochester. According to RMFA co-founder Matt Wyatt, project planning began in May 2023. However, the design, created […]
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce will hold its 49th Annual Golf Tournament, underwritten by Waste Management, on Thursday, September 28, at The Oaks Golf Links. The format for this tournament will be a Scramble that will begin at 9:00 am. The tournament fee of $180 per player includes a continental breakfast, greens fee, carts, […]
The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the results of this year’s Chamber Raffle! All 350 tickets in this year’s raffle were sold out two weeks prior to the event. Underwritten by D.F. Richard Energy, a “Hula & Moola!” Hawaiian-themed event was held on Friday, August 11, 2023, at the Rochester Elks. […]