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BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Downtown Definitely - ECPv6.4.0.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Downtown Definitely REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T190000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080928 CREATED:20240415T124805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T124805Z UID:12207-1715277600-1715281200@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:DeTOUR℠ with Grant Holcomb DESCRIPTION:Who decides what art goes on view in an art museum? How do museums get new works of art? What is the role of a Museum Director? Spend an hour with Grant Holcomb and find out! For 29 years\, Grant helped visitors connect with art\, engage with MAG\, and enlarge the museum’s collection. Hear about some of Grant’s favorite works\, the secret stories of their acquisition\, and dazzling\, fun facts about our artists and Gallery-related events during his tenure. URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/detour%e2%84%a0-with-grant-holcomb/ LOCATION:Memorial Art Gallery\, 500 University Ave\, Rochester\, 14607 CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Holcomb_DeTOUR_1920x1005.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Memorial Art Gallery":MAILTO:mag@mag.rochester.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T143000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080928 CREATED:20240415T124732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T124732Z UID:12134-1713013200-1713018600@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:Latinx Voices in Rochester: Exploring Education and Empowerment with Let Our Children Soar! DESCRIPTION:JOIN US for a reading and discussion series featuring Let Our Children Soar!\, the remarkable book by Dr. Bolgen Vargas\, former superintendent of the Rochester City School District. \nDr. Vargas shares his journey from the rural Dominican Republic to the halls of Rochester’s public schools\, offering a unique perspective on educational reform and the power of resilience in the Latinx community. Whether you’re an educator\, parent\, student\, or simply someone passionate about learning and growth\, Let Our Children Soar! offers valuable lessons for us all. \nJoin us in exploring Dr. Bolgen Vargas’s inspiring story and the critical themes that shape public education in Rochester today. \nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED for this FREE program series. Registration is open through April 6\, 2024. \nWe will meet Saturdays\, 1-2:30 pm\, in the Kusler-Cox Auditorium\, 3rd floor\, Rundel Memorial Building.\nDATES: Apirl 13\, April 27\, May 11 \nBooks will be available for participants to check out from the Central Library. Participants should plan to attend all three meetings and participate in the discussion. \nSponsored by the Local History & Genealogy Division. Call (585) 428-8370 or email lochist@libraryweb.org for more information. URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/latinx-voices-in-rochester-exploring-education-and-empowerment-with-let-our-children-soar/ LOCATION:Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County\, 115 South Ave\, Rochester\, NY\, 14604\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Latinx_voices_web.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240511T230000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080928 CREATED:20240318T132146Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240318T132146Z UID:11854-1715454000-1715468400@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:An Artists’ Affair: Art After Dark DESCRIPTION:Dress in your 1920s attire and join us for an unforgettable evening of music\, dance\, art\, and nostalgia at An Artists’ Affair: Art After Dark! The gala features swing dance performances\, silent films\, live painting\, music by DJ Keyo\, a 1920s Candy Bar\, a Silent Disco\, and more. \nAn Artists’ Affair is MAG’s annual fundraiser to support our efforts to provide greater access to education\, exhibitions\, and programming for the Rochester community and beyond. URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/an-artists-affair-art-after-dark/ LOCATION:Memorial Art Gallery\, 500 University Ave\, Rochester\, 14607 CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/A3_24_tile.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Memorial Art Gallery":MAILTO:mag@mag.rochester.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240512 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240513 DTSTAMP:20240509T080928 CREATED:20240415T124805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T124805Z UID:12216-1715472000-1715558399@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:Mother's Day Brunch at Strathallan DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a fun and tasty Mothers Day Brunch at Strathallan with your family without the stress of preparing and cleaning up at home. There are three different seatings: 10AM\, 12:30PM and 3PM \nAdults: $65\, Kids 4-12: $25\, Toddlers: 3 & Under: FREE \nBrunch includes:\n– Raw Bar (Oysters\, Shrimp\, Tuna Poke\, Crab Claws)\n– Continental Breakfast Foods (Bagels\, Cream Cheese\, Jam\, Butter\, Muffins\, Danish\, Sliced Fruit & Berries)\n– Hot Breakfast Items (Scrambled Eggs\, Bacon\, Sausage\, Turkey Sausage\, Biscuits & Gravy)\n– Carving Stations (Turkey\, Herb-Crusted NY Striploin\, Lamb Leg)\n– Omelet/Pasta/Waffle Stations (too many to list!)\n– Salad\n– Sides/Veggies\n– Kids’ Area (Pigs in Blanket\, Mac & Cheese\, Fingers\, Fries)\n– Dessert (Assorted Mini Desserts\, Assorted Cakes & Pies) \nEventbrite fees will be additional and cannot be refunded if reservation is cancelled \nSales tax and gratuity included \n#mothersdaybrunch #mothersday #roc #rochesterny #rocevents URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/mothers-day-brunch-at-strathallan/ LOCATION:Strathallan Hotel & Spa\, 550 East Avenue\, Rochester\, 14607\, United States CATEGORIES:Family,Food & Drink ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Mothers-Day-FB-Cover-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Strathallan Hotel &%3B Spa":MAILTO:marketing@mcmrochester.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240525T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240525T143000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080928 CREATED:20240415T124733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T124733Z UID:12138-1716642000-1716647400@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:https://calendar.libraryweb.org/event/12153309 DESCRIPTION:JOIN US for an inspiring event with Dr. Bolgen Vargas\, Latinx community leader and former superintendent of Rochester City School District. Dr. Vargas will talk about his journey from a life of poverty in a small Dominican village to becoming an influential educator and author in New York\, highlighting the transformative power of education in overcoming challenges faced by Rochester’s Latinx community. \nRegistration is recommended but not required.\nThis is an in-person event that will also be livestreamed at www.youtube.com/@RochesterPublicLibraryNY/streams. URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/https-calendar-libraryweb-org-event-12153309/ LOCATION:Central Library of Rochester and Monroe County\, 115 South Ave\, Rochester\, NY\, 14604\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Latinx-Community_social-media-square.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240526T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240526T170000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080928 CREATED:20240401T125748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T125748Z UID:12030-1716717600-1716742800@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:RochesterCon - Pop Culture Show DESCRIPTION:RochesterCon is a collectors’ mecca convention located in the beautiful City Rochester\, New York. Striving to be New York’s best and truest comic convention featuring fandoms of multiple genres. As a long-time collector of comics and pop culture items the promoter brings New York an event that will satisfy any fandom! \nRochesterCon will have exhibitors that cater to a wide-spectrum of interests including: \n– comic books – magazines – toys – video games \n– movies – wrestling – sci-fi – sports cards \n– anime / manga – cosplay – artwork sketches – apparel and jewelry \nIn addition\, a roster of comic industry professionals and fandom-related celebrities are guaranteed in attendance for fans to meet and greet. This will be one show not to miss! \nTickets: https://go.evvnt.com/2333679-0?pid=10848 \nCategory: Community | Fairs | Antique and Collectors Fairs URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/rochestercon-pop-culture-show/ LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Rochester\, 1111 Jefferson Road\, Rochester\, 14623 CATEGORIES:Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2333679.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="LouisvilleCon":MAILTO:info@louisvillecon.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240527T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T170000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080928 CREATED:20240306T150554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T150554Z UID:11655-1716796800-1717002000@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:2nd International Summit on Toxicology and Applied Pharmacology DESCRIPTION:Toxicology and Applied Pharmacology\, Medicine Development & Safety Testing\, Genotoxicity\, Toxicology & Recent Advances\, Food Safety & Environmental Toxicology\, Cardiovascular Pharmacology\, Toxicology & Risk Assessments\, Environmental Epidemiology\, Nano Toxicity\, Geriatric Pharmacological Medicine\, Medical & Clinical Toxicology\, Molecular & Cellular Pharmacology\, Toxicology Applications\, Clinical Application of Systems Pharmacology Models URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/2nd-international-summit-on-toxicology-and-applied-pharmacology/ LOCATION:Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre\, 26 Gibbs Street\, Rochester\, NY\, 14604\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Definitely Events":MAILTO:info@downtowndefinitely.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T223000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080928 CREATED:20230224T140832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T140832Z UID:5173-1677270600-1677277800@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:The Innerloop Blog’s Comedy Showcase DESCRIPTION:Come check out Rochester’s rising comedy stars in the city’s only Dine-In Movie Theater! Kick back and enjoy a great night of laughs hosted by The Innerloop Blog and enjoy food and drinks off of ROC Cinema’s full food/bar menu. \nWARNING: This show will be Rated R URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/the-innerloop-blogs-comedy-showcase/ LOCATION:ROC Cinema\, 957 S CLINTON AVENUE\, ROCHESTER\, 14620 CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Showcase-Cover.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Innerloop Blog":MAILTO:theinnerloopblog@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T193000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080928 CREATED:20221229T134231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T212229Z UID:4578-1672939800-1672947000@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:RocGrowth First Thursday Meetup for Creatives and Startups at Roc Brewing DESCRIPTION:Community collaboration and creative collisions are critical ingredients for a thriving and innovative community. Join RocGrowth\, StartUp Grind and Rochester Open Coffee Club (ROCC) every First Thursday as we invite everyone who identifies as a startup entrepreneur\, creative or supporter (mentor\, advisor\, connector) to meet in person for creative collisions and drinks. WIth a salubrious venue\, social lubricants and the right people\, creativity will blossom. NO RSVP Ticket is needed\, instead share and bring people with you so we can have more Creative Collisions! URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/rocgrowth-first-thursday-meetup-for-creatives-and-startups-at-roc-brewing/ LOCATION:Roc Brewing LLC\, 56 S. Union St.\, Rochester\, 14607 CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/RocBrewingSocialStartupGrindEventBannerRound512.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="RocGrowth":MAILTO:info@rocgrowth.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T133000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080928 CREATED:20240425T110026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T181930Z UID:5861-1718191800-1718199000@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:Midday Bash DESCRIPTION:Midday Bash is the perfect option for those looking for a quick and delicious meal during the week in downtown Rochester. Foodies can enjoy a variety of local food trucks while indulging in relaxing massage chairs\, musical entertainment\, games\, giveaways\, local business pop-ups\, and different local businesses featured at each Midday Bash event as the Promotional Partner. \nSAVE THE DATES! \nWEDNESDAY • JUNE 12 \nWEDNESDAY • JUNE 19 \nWEDNESDAY • JULY 10  \nWEDNESDAY • JULY 24  \nWEDNESDAY • AUGUST 7 \nWEDNESDAY • AUGUST 21  \nWEDNESDAY • SEPTEMBER 4 \nWEDNESDAY • SEPTEMBER 11 \nRain dates August 14 or September 25 \nMIDDAY BASH 2024 FOOD TRUCK LINEUP COMING SOON!\nACTIVITIES & POP-UP VENDORS COMING SOON!\n\n\nDownload Midday Bash 2024 Flyer (English & Español) \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nGETTING TO PARCEL 5\nBIKE RACKS\nYou are welcome to park your bicycle in the racks located around Parcel 5. It is recommended that you secure your bike by locking it up in the nearby bike racks. \nE-BIKE & SCOOTER SHARE\nVeo’s Shared Micromobility Program e-bikes and scooters are a fun and affordable way to get around and explore Rochester on two wheels. Download the Veo app to learn more. \nBUS ROUTES – REGIONAL TRANSIT SERVICE\nParcel 5 can be directly accessed from several transit routes. To view the maps visit: myrts.com/Maps-Schedules/RTS-Monroe/Schedule-pdfs. The RTS Transit Center on St Paul St is a 2 min walk to Parcel 5. Visit myRTS.com for more information and to download the Where’s My Bus? app for real-time bus arrival info on your smartphone from Google Play and the App Store. \nPARKING\nMidday Bash does not operate any parking but there are many surface lots and ramp parking garages conveniently located near the event. Metered on-street parking is in service from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays. Please read the signs and only park in legal spots. Midtown Garage is off of Clinton and Broad St. It has a 6 ft. clearance. The entrance is located directly across from Tower280. Rates are $2 for the first 2 hours and an additional $2 for each hour or a fraction of an hour after that. For Parcel 5 events\, there is a stairwell that leads straight into the space on Andrew Langston Way. \nGARAGE MAP & MORE INFO \n\n \nAccelerating a more vibrant and inclusive downtown community within the Greater Rochester\, NY\, region\, Rochester Downtown Development Corporation and the City of Rochester are committed to Greater ROC. \nThank You to Our Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank You to Our Media Partners URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/midday-bash/ LOCATION:Parcel 5\, 285 E Main St\, Rochester\, NY\, 14604\, United States CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Games ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Midday-Bash-2024.png ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Definitely Events":MAILTO:info@downtowndefinitely.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T133000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080928 CREATED:20240425T110026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T181930Z UID:5861-1718191800-1718199000@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:Midday Bash DESCRIPTION:Midday Bash is the perfect option for those looking for a quick and delicious meal during the week in downtown Rochester. Foodies can enjoy a variety of local food trucks while indulging in relaxing massage chairs\, musical entertainment\, games\, giveaways\, local business pop-ups\, and different local businesses featured at each Midday Bash event as the Promotional Partner. \nSAVE THE DATES! \nWEDNESDAY • JUNE 12 \nWEDNESDAY • JUNE 19 \nWEDNESDAY • JULY 10  \nWEDNESDAY • JULY 24  \nWEDNESDAY • AUGUST 7 \nWEDNESDAY • AUGUST 21  \nWEDNESDAY • SEPTEMBER 4 \nWEDNESDAY • SEPTEMBER 11 \nRain dates August 14 or September 25 \nMIDDAY BASH 2024 FOOD TRUCK LINEUP COMING SOON!\nACTIVITIES & POP-UP VENDORS COMING SOON!\n\n\nDownload Midday Bash 2024 Flyer (English & Español) \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nGETTING TO PARCEL 5\nBIKE RACKS\nYou are welcome to park your bicycle in the racks located around Parcel 5. It is recommended that you secure your bike by locking it up in the nearby bike racks. \nE-BIKE & SCOOTER SHARE\nVeo’s Shared Micromobility Program e-bikes and scooters are a fun and affordable way to get around and explore Rochester on two wheels. Download the Veo app to learn more. \nBUS ROUTES – REGIONAL TRANSIT SERVICE\nParcel 5 can be directly accessed from several transit routes. To view the maps visit: myrts.com/Maps-Schedules/RTS-Monroe/Schedule-pdfs. The RTS Transit Center on St Paul St is a 2 min walk to Parcel 5. Visit myRTS.com for more information and to download the Where’s My Bus? app for real-time bus arrival info on your smartphone from Google Play and the App Store. \nPARKING\nMidday Bash does not operate any parking but there are many surface lots and ramp parking garages conveniently located near the event. Metered on-street parking is in service from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays. Please read the signs and only park in legal spots. Midtown Garage is off of Clinton and Broad St. It has a 6 ft. clearance. The entrance is located directly across from Tower280. Rates are $2 for the first 2 hours and an additional $2 for each hour or a fraction of an hour after that. For Parcel 5 events\, there is a stairwell that leads straight into the space on Andrew Langston Way. \nGARAGE MAP & MORE INFO \n\n \nAccelerating a more vibrant and inclusive downtown community within the Greater Rochester\, NY\, region\, Rochester Downtown Development Corporation and the City of Rochester are committed to Greater ROC. \nThank You to Our Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank You to Our Media Partners URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/midday-bash/ LOCATION:Parcel 5\, 285 E Main St\, Rochester\, NY\, 14604\, United States CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Games ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Midday-Bash-2024.png ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Definitely Events":MAILTO:info@downtowndefinitely.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240621T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240621T223000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080928 CREATED:20240307T174246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T174246Z UID:11792-1719000000-1719009000@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:Taj Mahal – CGI Rochester International Jazz Festival DESCRIPTION:Tickets On Sale Now \n$93/$83/$63/$43 + Service Charge \nTaj Mahal doesn’t wait for permission. If a sound intrigues him\, he sets out to make it. If origins mystify him\, he moves to trace them. If rules get in his way\, he unapologetically breaks them. To Taj\, convention means nothing\, but traditions are holy. He has pushed music and culture forward\, all while looking lovingly back. \n“I just want to be able to make the music that I’m hearing come to me — and that’s what I did\,” Taj says. The 76-year-old is home in Berkeley\, reflecting on six decades of music making. “When I say\, ‘I did\,’ I’m not coming from the ego. The music comes from somewhere. You’re just the conduit it comes through. You’re there to receive the gift.” \nTaj is a towering musical figure — a legend who transcended the blues not by leaving them behind\, but by revealing their magnificent scope to the world. “The blues is bigger than most people think\,” he says. “You could hear Mozart play the blues. It might be more like a lament. It might be more melancholy. But I’m going to tell you: the blues is in there.” \nIf anyone knows where to find the blues\, it’s Taj. A brilliant artist with a musicologist’s mind\, he has pursued and elevated the roots of beloved sounds with boundless devotion and skill. Then\, as he traced origins to the American South\, the Caribbean\, Africa\, and elsewhere\, he created entirely new sounds\, over and over again. As a result\, he’s not only a god to rock-and-roll icons such as Eric Clapton and the Rolling Stones\, but also a hero to ambitious artists toiling in obscurity who are determined to combine sounds that have heretofore been ostracized from one another. No one is as simultaneously traditional and avant-garde. \nQuantifying Taj’s significance is impossible\, but people try anyway. A 2017 Grammy win for TajMo\, his collaboration with Keb’ Mo’\, brought his Grammy tally to three wins and 14 nominations\, and underscored his undiminished relevance more than 50 years after his solo debut. Blues Hall of Fame membership\, a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Americana Music Association\, and other honors punctuate his résumé. He appreciates the accolades\, but his motivation lies elsewhere. “It’s not a hunger\, not a lust or even a thirst\,” Taj says of what drives him. “It’s just more knowledge of self — to realize that almost everything is right here. We’re so used to looking outside of ourselves for things\, and it’s right here.” \nTaj’s exploration of music began as an exploration of self. He was born in 1942 in Harlem to musical parents — his father was a jazz pianist with Caribbean roots; his mother was a gospel-singing schoolteacher from South Carolina — who cultivated an appreciation for both personal history and the arts in their son. “I was raised really conscious of my African roots\,” Taj says. “So I was trying to find out: where does what we do here connect to what we left there?” In the early 1950s\, his family moved to \nSpringfield\, Massachusetts — a microcosmic melting pot for immigrants from across the globe: the Caribbean\, the American South\, Europe\, the Mediterranean\, Syria\, Lebanon. “Music was everywhere\,” he says. “Things were different in those days. There weren’t a lot of places that African Americans had to go out to entertain themselves. So people did a lot of entertaining in their homes. Friday or Saturday night\, you’d move the furniture\, mop and wax the floor\, and set things up so people could pop over and hear all the music.” Musicians and friends from around the world passed through\, ate home-cooked feasts\, and led neighborhood jam sessions and dance parties in cozy living rooms. \nFrom the beginning\, Taj found the blues magnetic\, even as most artists around him in the Northeast were exploring other sounds. “I could hear little strains of the blues coming through — you could feel that energy in the music that was being played\,” he says. “I could also feel that energy of the blues inside myself.” Piano lessons didn’t stick \n— “I’d already heard what I wanted to play” — so when a blues guitarist from North Carolina moved in next door\, Taj found an early mentor and was off. \nFor college\, Taj attended the University of Massachusetts Amherst. He graduated after studying agriculture and animal husbandry. “I knew I’d like to connect myself to something on this planet that’s meaningful\,” he says. “That’s why I was interested in agriculture and music. Those were the two things that I recognized even as a very young child that people are never going to do without.” \nIn 1964\, Taj packed up and headed west. In Los Angeles\, he formed six-piece the Rising Sons with Ry Cooder. The group opened for Otis Redding\, the Temptations\, and more\, and recorded an album\, but it wasn’t released until about 30 years later. “I guess that’s when they decided\, ‘Whoa. I guess this guy is real\,’” Taj says\, with a hint of a smirk. He’s referring to record executives — a breed for whom he has little patience. “For me\, playing the old music was a refuge from all the stupid stuff that was going on\,” he says\, pausing for a moment to point out commercialization’s limiting effects on what was both recorded and heard. \nIn 1967\, Taj’s self-titled debut announced the arrival of a bold young bluesman. The following year ushered in two milestones: sophomore album The Natch’l Blues dropped\, and Taj performed in The Rolling Stones Rock and Roll Circus\, a film featuring performances from the Stones\, The Who\, Marianne Faithfull\, Martha\, and the Vandellas\, and others meant for the BBC but pulled and kept from public eyes until 1996. In 1969\, full of music and only just beginning\, Taj released Giant Step / De Ole Folks at Home\, a massive double album that hinted at Taj’s refusal to be boxed in. \nThe 70s were a productive and ambitious recording period for Taj that included the Grammy-nominated soundtrack for the film Sounder. He began experimenting with global fusions and flirtations\, signaling to listeners his restless intention to discover both new and old and disregard commercially imposed boundaries. In the 80s\, Taj moved to Hawaii and fell in love with sounds native to the island as he toured constantly\, internationally. His gritty blues began to incorporate Latin\, reggae\, Caribbean\, calypso\, cajun\, jazz\, and more\, all layered over a distinctly Afrocentric roots base he’d been raised to rediscover. \nFor Taj\, the 90s were incredibly prolific. Back-to-back Grammy wins for the Best Contemporary Blues Album recognized two dynamic projects with the Phantom Blues Band: Señor Blues and Shoutin’ in Key. “I noticed that when it came to complicated pieces of blues music\, they’d never get played\,” Taj says. “It’s one of the reasons we put Señor Blues out — to say\, ‘You guys\, you know there is more than just the same old [imitates a beat] di da di di di da.’ It’s good when you believe it when you’re playing it. But just to play it as a cliche? That’s real boring. And real tiring.” Collaborations with Hawaiian\, African\, Indian\, and other musicians helped define his decade. \nOver the years\, Taj had also emerged as a mind-boggling\, multifaceted player. In addition to the guitar\, he has become proficient on about 20 different instruments — and counting. “There weren’t an awful lot of people still playing these instruments that came from my culture\,” Taj explains. “Not that they didn’t before\, but nobody was playing them in the time I was. But I wanted to hear them. So I watched people play\, got one\, sat down\, remembered the music that I was listening to\, and started picking it out on the mandolin or banjo or 12-string.” \nTaj didn’t slow down as he entered the 21st century. Maestro\, marking the 40th anniversary of his recording career and featuring a global mix of voices ranging from Angelique Kidjo to Los Lobos to Ziggy Marley to Ben Harper\, dropped in 2008. Last year\, his highly anticipated collaboration with Keb’ Mo’ — TajMo — netted Taj his third Grammy. Several projects are currently in the works\, as Taj remains excited by fresh young voices trying new things and exhumed treasures that have been buried too long. \nAs Taj thinks about the dozens and dozens of albums\, collaborations\, live experiences\, and captured sounds\, he finds satisfaction in one main idea. “As long as I’m never sitting here\, saying to myself\, ‘You know? You had an idea 50 years ago\, and you didn’t follow through\,’ I’m really happy\,” he says. “It doesn’t even matter that other people get to hear it. It matters that I get to hear it — that I did it.” URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/taj-mahal-cgi-rochester-international-jazz-festival/ LOCATION:Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre\, 26 Gibbs Street\, Rochester\, NY\, 14604\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/rijf-headliners-2024-mahal.png ORGANIZER;CN="Rochester International Jazz Festival":MAILTO:info@rochesterjazz.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T235900 DTSTAMP:20240509T080928 CREATED:20240415T124806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T124806Z UID:12227-1719072000-1719100740@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:The Official Pride Bar Crawl - Rochester - 7th Annual DESCRIPTION:Agenda\n16:00 – 18:00\n*REQUIRED Check In* \n16:00 – 22:00\nBar Crawl With Drink Specials \n22:00 – 23:59\nAfter Party* \n🌈✨ Join Us For The Ultimate Celebration – The Official Pride Bar Crawl! ✨🌈 \nHey there\, fabulous Rochester crawlers! \nCrawl With US is thrilled to invite you to The 7th Annual Pride Bar Crawl! \nCelebrate Diversity\, Be Bold\, Be Colorful: Dress in vibrant attire and express your true self in a safe\, welcoming space. 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However\, if the event is cancelled for any reason all tickets will be refunded in full! No vouchers\, no credits\, just your money back in your bank! Guaranteed! URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/the-official-pride-bar-crawl-rochester-7th-annual/ LOCATION:Twisted Tap\, 200 East Avenue\, Rochester\, 14607 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/66888.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Crawl With US":MAILTO:Support@CrawlWith.US END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T223000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080928 CREATED:20240307T174509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T174509Z UID:11800-1719086400-1719095400@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:Lee Ritenour Band + Special Guests Randy Brecker & Bill Evans – CGI Rochester International Jazz Festival DESCRIPTION:Tickets On Sale Now\n$83/$73/$53/$33 + Service Charge \nFor Lee Ritenour\, there aren’t many ‘firsts’ left to achieve. During his dazzling five-decade career\, the fabled LA guitarist has taken his music to the outer limits\, alighting on every genre and occupying every position in the rock ‘n’ roll firmament. He’s been an enfant terrible of ’70s fusion\, a crossover star of the ’80s pop chart\, an honorary exponent of Brazilian jazz\, and the fingers behind ’90s supergroup\, Fourplay. Ritenour’s accolades include 45 albums\,16 Grammy nominations\, Alumnus of the Year at USC\, Los Angeles’ Jazz Society Honoree (2019)\, plus thousands of sessions with legends such as Frank Sinatra\, Pink Floyd\, B.B. King\, and Tony Bennett\, among others. \nAnd yet\, when he checks the rear-view mirror\, the 68-year-old acknowledges he’s never made a record like Dreamcatcher. “People have been telling me for years: ‘Rit\, you gotta make a solo guitar record’. In the past\, I’ve always been the band guy\, the ensemble guy\, the collaborative guitar player guy. So this was the one project I hadn’t done. And this year\, I knew it was time.” \nWeaving tapestries of instrumental guitar and conjuring eclectic moods\, the 12 tracks of Dreamcatcher rank amongst the most melodic and tinglingly beautiful in Ritenour’s catalogue. But there’s a power and purpose here\, too\, hinting at the darker circumstances that sparked this new record. “Our house and my studio in Malibu\, California burnt down in 2018\,” he recalls. “About 100 of my guitars went up in the fire\, plus 40 amps\, lots of music\, the history of my whole career\, pretty much. A week after the fire\, I went to the hospital\, which I’d never had to do before\, for surgery to replace an aortic valve. So those incidents and the support from my family and friends absolutely went into this music. Making this record was a lifesaver for me.” \nDreamcatcher might have been born from personal challenges\, but the record took shape against the global tragedy of COVID-19. Ritenour had already written several key tracks before shutdown. But as he settled into the makeshift studio at his new home in Marina Del Rey\, equipped with little more than seven guitars\, a computer interface\, and good intentions\, the guitarist let the context flood into the music he was tracking. “It was an important album for me\,” he notes. “Especially now\, with everything going on in the world.” \nEven without lyrics\, every track tells a story. Take the molten blues licks of “Abbot Kinney”\, named for the fabled boulevard in Venice\, California. “One day when everything was shut down\,” says Ritenour\, “I drove my bike there and was just devastated to find it completely empty. But then I heard this rock guitar start up. I don’t know if it was a kid\, but somebody nearby had just turned it up to 10 and said\, ‘Fuck it\, I’m gonna have some fun’. It brought a huge smile to my face and inspired me to write that song on my Les Paul. \nLikewise\, anyone living through the age of COVID-19 will feel a deep affinity with “2020”: a three-part symphony in which Ritenour takes the pulse of the times. “The three parts were a reflection of what was going on this year\,” he nods\, “when all of a sudden everybody’s life shut down. I was thinking about the young musicians that were out of work – and people in every walk of life.” \nElsewhere Dreamcatcher delves beyond the pandemic. While Ritenour strived to switch up musical styles – from the title track’s dovetailing classical guitars to the Taylor baritone that drives “Starlight’s” tumbling folk\, and the mad scientist multi-tracking of “Couldn’t Help Myself” – he also ran the gamut of mood. “Because even I get tired\,” he reasons\, “of solo guitar albums when it pretty much all sounds the same.” \nAs such\, “For DG” salutes the harmonic sensibilities of the great producer\, pianist\, and long-time comrade\, Dave Grusin. But it couldn’t be further from “Charleston”\, whose mellow slink is laced with bittersweet thoughts on the ebb and flow of US race relations. “A few years ago\, I played in Charleston\, South Carolina\,” recalls Ritenour\, “and it was charming and the people were warm\, and it was a very mixed\, soulful audience. Charleston has a history of the beginnings of slavery\, but this was modern-day Charleston\, y’know? But then\, a few years later\, I’m writing this tune while watching the continuation of the struggle. As musicians who travel all over the world\, we go\, ‘What? This shit is still going on in the US?’ So it was appropriate to dedicate that song to Black Lives Matter.” \nDreamcatcher not only confronts the here-and-now: it also slips back into Ritenour’s rich history. Long-standing fans will recognize “Morning Glory Jam” as a rework of the guitarist’s classic 1977 tune. “On 2015’s A Twist Of Rit\, I had revisited a lot of older material\, so I wanted to keep this record fresh. But one day\, I remembered when I did sessions for Barry White and how there had been four or five guitar players all playing these incredible rhythm parts. That’s the kind of groove I had in my head for this new version of Morning Glory.” \nCasting his mind still further back\, The Lighthouse shares its name with the storied LA jazz club where the teenage guitarist was to be found most nights in the mid-’60s. “I’d started playing guitar at eight\, and by 12\, I was very serious. Everybody’s number was in the phonebook back then\, right? So my dad – who was an amateur piano player and always very supportive – called up Joe Pass and Barney Kessel and asked them to give me a guitar lesson. Barney ended up recommending this incredible teacher\, Duke Miller\, and that was the foundation of all my playing. The Lighthouse was this very funky jazz club where I met Wes Montgomery. By the age of 16\, I’d take the car over there in the late afternoons and just watch the bands soundcheck.” \nWhatever genre you were into\, recalls Ritenour\, the guitar scene at that magical juncture in the mid-’60s was hard to beat. “In every field\, there were legends. In jazz\, you had Joe Pass\, Wes Montgomery\, Barney Kessel\, Howard Roberts\, Jim Hall\, Pat Martino. In Blues\, B.B. King\, Albert King\, John Lee Hooker. In Rock\, Jimi Hendrix was coming\, Clapton and Beck were already there. In Country\, you had Chet Atkins\, and the all time great classical guitar master\, Segovia\, and Sabicas\, and Paco de Lucia for Flamenco! Great guitar playing was everywhere you turned\, and I loved them all…How could you not? \nThose eclectic early tastes served Ritenour well. The jazz giants at The Lighthouse had a passion for life: just check out his love letter to the great Mr Montgomery on 1993’s Wes Bound. But from the day he lucked into his first session for The Mamas And The Papas at age 16\, Ritenour had the widescreen musicality to forge a career as one of LA’s busiest session men. “I remember John Phillips had this incredible studio in his Beverly Hills mansion and I just thought\, ‘This is what I want’. As for my favorite and memorable sessions\, I remember getting called by Bob Ezrin to record on “One Of My Turns” and “Comfortably Numb” on Pink Floyd’s\, The Wall…incredible. And then there was Quincy Jones producing George Benson’s\, “Give Me the Night” album\, and all of us waiting ‘til 4 am for Stevie Wonder to show up and play a song he’d written for George’s album…Ha! Too many memories!” \nBill Evans\n “Who do Miles Davis\, John McLaughlin\, Herbie Hancock and an extensive list of rock icons have in common? Bill Evans\, that’s who. \nEvans is a world-class saxophonist and producer who made his debut on the international music scene in the 1980s with Miles Davis (at the age of 21) and recorded 6 records with Davis. This led to touring and recording with the likes of John McLaughlin\, Herbie Hancock\, and Mick Jagger to name a few. Today\, with 26 solo albums to date\, Grammy nods\, and countless collaborations and tours\, Evans has continued to explore a dazzling variety of adventurous musical settings as a pioneering bandleader\, consistently winning fans in the worldwide arena. \nRecent highlights include touring and/or performing with his own Bill Evans Band\, Robben Ford (Soulgrass meets Blues)\, Phil Lesh & Friends\, The Mike Stern/Bill Evans Band\, Medeski Martin & Wood\, and Zen Amadeus – the group Bill and drum icon Simon Phillips put together. There were countless sit-ins with The Allman Brothers Band\, Warren Haynes\, and a collage of others. Evans spent much of 2016 and 2017 touring the world with the Bill Evans Band in support of his album “Rise Above”. \nBill toured extensively with the Randy Brecker/Bill Evans Soulbop band (formed in 2003) for over 15 years\, which incorporated the many influences they both have had in their careers in the Jazz arena. This cooperation produced a live recording called the “Soulbop Band Live“. \nDeeply intrigued and ultimately inspired by Jazz\, as well as American roots music\, Evans wrote\, produced and recorded “Soulgrass” in 2005\, garnering a Grammy nod in the process.( his 2nd one to date ) Soulgrass was a breakaway new fusion of jazz and American roots music\, blending the banjo\, fiddle\, mandolin and Dobro\, combining the best musicians from Jazz and Americana together. According to Bill “The music and soundscape change\, but it’s still me and my saxophone!“ Three more CDs followed in the Soulgrass genre\, “The Other Side of Something”\, “Dragonfly”\, and the 2014 release of “Live in Moscow” recorded during the first of two sold-out U.S. State Dept-sponsored tours of Russia. Each subsequent release found Bill pushing the musical boundaries of Jazz and Improvisational groove. Says Evans “Miles always told me to write and play what inspires me. I’ve kept true to his advice from the very beginning regardless of the challenges they may create. Miles gave me the confidence to believe in myself as a player and a composer.“ \nAfter 10 years of touring and breaking new ground with Soulgrass\, in 2015 Bill introduced the “Bill Evans Band”\, a hard-hitting montage of Contemporary Jazz. The “Bill Evans Band” featured Bill on saxophone/vocals as well as drummer/singer Josh Dion. This band represented a seamless blend of Jazz and groove. Evans was also seen singing on stage for the first time. “People really relate to this band. The Bill Evans Band takes people on a musical journey. For me\, that’s the definition of jazz – improvisation and exploration that people can still relate to. It doesn’t have to be mass confusion. I like to connect with the audience and inspire people with new kinds of music you can feel as well as hear.” \n“RISE ABOVE” was Bill’s 2016 release and his most accessible release to date. On this\, his 24th solo offering\, Evans explores rich and haunting vocals from special guest singers\, including legend Gregg Allman\, Warren Haynes\, JJ Grey\, Anders Osborne\, Murali Coryell\, and Josh Dion. Says Bill\, “This recording was an epic journey for me. My vision from the beginning was to record with some of my favorite singers and co-write music with each one of them. The goal was to still make a cohesive and solid performance out of all this music. It went far beyond my expectations. A sheer pleasure from start to finish!” \nFebruary 2019 and beyond…. \nEvans once again teamed up with legendary Blues guitarist Robben Ford\, drummer Keith Carlock\, and bassist James Genus\, to record “The Sun Room“ which was just released by Ear Music on July 25th\, 2019\, and rose to the top of the iTunes download charts.  As if all of that is not enough\, Bill created yet another group with good friend and star drummer Wolfgang Haffner called “Bill Evans and the Spykillers! with Wolfgang Haffner”. This group toured the European jazz festivals in July 2019. The Spykillers! released a live CD in 2019 recorded in November 2018\, in Melbourne Australia. “This is a very special group of musicians. Everyone pushed the envelope of jazz\, soul\, and funk.. Wolfgang Haffner is a true master of the drums. Rounding off the rhythm section are bassist Gary Grainger and 21-year-old keyboardist Simon Oslender. ( now 24 haha ) \nThe new “ live in the studio “ CD with Bill and Robben\, called “ Common Ground “ is finally released! October\, 2022. Recorded in January 2020 but because of COVID-19\, the release was held up until some of the smoke cleared. It was recorded in Nashville with Keith Carlock on drums and Darryl Jones on Bass. Bill brought the amazing singer Max Mutzke from Germany to guest on the recording’s only vocal track\, which was co-written by Bill and keyboardist Clifford Carter. Clifford is a lifelong friend of an incredible composer. Says Bill “I had the honor of being a guest at a festival hosted by Wolfgang Haffner in September 2019 in Nuremberg Germany Max was also a guest on. This is where I first heard Max Mutzke for the first time. He completely blew me away on every level. I was really excited to have Max guest on this CD. He is truly amazing and a vocal tour de force! We plan on creating more music together in the future!“ \nNEWS !! Max Mutzke\, Thomas Quasthoff\, and Nils Landgren will guest with “ Bill Evans and the Spykillers with Wolfgang Haffner “ in the summer of 2023 on select dates! Very special summer 2023 !! \nRobben Ford/Bill Evans\, “Blues\, Miles and Beyond” with Keith Carlock and Darryl Jones is on schedule to perform at the Tokyo Bluenote\, in April 2023. \nRandy Brecker \nA seasoned jazz veteran\, virtuosic trumpeter\, and prolific composer\, Randy Brecker’s horn has graced the bandstands and recordings of Horace Silver\, Art Blakey’s Jazz Messengers\, Charles Mingus\, Clark Terry\, Joe Henderson\, Duke Pearson\, Frank Foster and Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra. As a first-call studio player\, Brecker’s trumpet has also energized innumerable studio sessions by artists ranging from James Taylor\, Bruce Springsteen\, and Parliament-Funkadelic to David Sanborn\, Jaco Pastorius\, and Frank Zappa. \nIn the realms of cutting-edge jazz-rock fusion\, Brecker has been a major contributor to Blood Sweat and Tears\, Larry Coryell’s Eleventh House\, and Dreams\, a group he co-founded with his brother Michael and drummer Billy Cobham. \nAfter departing BS&T in 1969\, Randy appeared with Horace Silver and many other jazz acts feeling a need to stretch his desire to improvise freely. By 1973\, Randy and his sax-playing brother\, Michael had become the most in-demand studio players in New York City. In 1975 they decided to form their own band\, “The Brecker Brothers”. \nThe Brecker Brothers became a band of immeasurable influence and impact. Hailed by pop and jazz critics alike\, their first album\, which Randy produced\, was nominated for four Grammy awards. The Brecker Brothers went on to record a total of 6 albums and received seven Grammy nominations between 1975 and 1981. In the late ’70s\, Randy also recorded on Charles Mingus’ last album\, Me Myself an Eye. He has since performed on various incarnations of Mingus Dynasty and the Mingus Big Band. \nAfter the Brecker Brothers took a hiatus in 1982\, Randy toured and recorded extensively as a key member of Jaco Pastorius’ Word of Mouth. Several more solo projects followed with numerous tours around the world with many different artists. \nA ten-year break from the Brecker Brothers ended in 1992 with the release of the GRP project “Return of the Brecker Brothers” and “Out of The Loop” in 1994 which received 2 Grammy awards and resulted in both USA and European tours. \nRandy has been heavily influenced by Brazilian music. For the 1998 Concord Jazz release “Into The Sun” Randy received the Grammy award for best “Contemporary Jazz Performance”. \nIn the past few years he has made recordings and concert appearances with The Trumpet Summit band (featuring Jon Faddis\, Lew Soloff\, Terrel Stafford)\, The Jazz Times “Superband” (featuring organist Joey DeFrancesco\, drummer Dennis Chambers and tenor saxophonist\, Bob Randy is now signed with ESC Records. First CD on this label was “Hangin’ in The City” which was released worldwide in April 2001 to considerable commercial and critical success. The release included all-new funk/hip-hop and jazz compositions featuring the cream of the crop of NYC players. \nRandy’s latest two CDs as a bandleader won both a Grammy: \nIn 2003 his CD “34th N Lex” for the ESC label featuring Michael Brecker\, David Sanborn\, Fred Wesley\, Ronnie Cuber and his regular working band won a Grammy  as “Best Contemporary Jazz Album”.and the newly  released CD “Some Skunk Funk” featuring Michael Brecker and the WDR Big Band just won this past February another Grammy as ” Best Large Ensemble CD”. \nRandy Brecker is a true musical pioneer who continues to perform extensively around the world in a variety of settings. His quest for musical excellence while constantly expanding his trumpet style and encyclopedic catalogue of compositions are unparalleled. \nLike close friend and fellow session ace\, Toto’s Steve Lukather\, Ritenour was always more than a gun-for-hire. In ’76\, he launched his own solo career with First Course\, and managed the magic trick of following his muse while finding enviable commercial success\, especially in the ’80s. “On the West Coast\, fusion was just starting\,” he remembers\, “and we were beginning to combine the melodies of pop music\, but with the sophistication of jazz. We were listening to people like John McLaughlin\, Chick Corea\, and then at the same time\, Grover Washington Jr\, David Sanborn\, Bob James. So it was really a natural evolution for my own records to evolve out of that. When I finally did win a Grammy in 1985 – for “Early A.M. Attitude” – I think I was actually stuck on the freeway. But awards aren’t the reason we’re making music.” \nLikewise\, while the jazz supergroup Fourplay scored a commercial hit with their eponymous 1991 debut album. For Ritenour\, the attraction was all about the chemistry between the band members. “The magic was immediate between me\, Bob James\, Harvey Mason and Nathan East. You can’t draw that sort of thing up on a chart – it either works or it doesn’t. We did three albums\, but then the business got so complicated that I took a pass in 1997. But there was always friendship and musical respect\, and we are talking about doing one last reunion project together.” \nRespect was palpable\, too\, when Ritenour made the 2010 album\, Lee Ritenour’s Six String Theory: an all-star album that drafted many of the famous friends he’d picked up along his path. “In the early days\, you could never put country\, jazz\, rock and all these styles on the same record. The record companies would say\, ‘No\, you’ve got to have one theme’. But by 2010\, the labels weren’t as powerful as they were\, and they were looking for interesting projects. I went to my buddy Steve Lukather\, and George Benson and B.B. King\, and they all said yes. We opened it up to players like Joe Bonamassa and John Scofield – and everyone played their ass off” \nCollaboration might be a constant\, but in a career full of left-turns\, Dreamcatcher is another thrilling detour for Lee Ritenour. Both by necessity and design\, this latest album represents music in its purest form: one man\, channelling his headspace and the history unfolding around him\, using the instrument that has sustained him all these years. There is a first time for everything and there has never been a better time for “Dreamcatcher”. “I’ve never done anything like this before and it’s an important missing piece in my guitar history. It was inspiring and it was meant to happen this year\, in these times – after a lifetime of playing the guitar\,” he considers\, “this project reaffirmed just how much I love the guitar.” \nBonus Tracks (Japan release): “More Stories” and “Thank You Dreamcatcher”? \n“More Stories… There were a series of songs that I wrote on the Yamaha classical guitar – Via Verde\, More Stories\, and Dreamcatcher. Some of the harmonies and the way I was interpreting playing solo guitar was somewhat similar on those three songs. So that was the first time where I wanted to make sure there was going to be enough variety on the record. Because even I get tired of great solo guitar albums when it pretty much sounds the same. So that was very much the challenge I gave myself. That’s why there are different sounds on the record\, the different approaches\, and the different compositions – and even a different way of playing sometimes. And then\, “Thank You Dreamcatcher” was one of the first songs that I wrote for the record on the baritone guitar. I always liked that song very much… It’s one of my favorite tunes on the record.” URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/lee-ritenour-band-special-guests-randy-brecker-bill-evans-cgi-rochester-international-jazz-festival/ LOCATION:Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre\, 26 Gibbs Street\, Rochester\, NY\, 14604\, United States CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/rijf-headliners-2024-ritenour.png ORGANIZER;CN="Rochester International Jazz Festival":MAILTO:info@rochesterjazz.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T223000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080928 CREATED:20240307T174711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T174711Z UID:11803-1719432000-1719441000@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:Laufey – CGI Rochester International Jazz Festival DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT\nRaised between Reykjavík and Washington\, DC\, Icelandic-Chinese singer-songwriter Laufey (pron. / lay-vay / ) makes music that is the byproduct of rich cultural heritages and mixed musical influences. Inspired in part by her mother\, a classical violinist\, Laufey took up piano and cello early on. But it wasn’t until deep-diving into her father’s record collection\, consisting of jazz artists Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holiday\, that she launched into her musical journey. \n“I’m definitely very influenced by composers like Ravel and Chopin\,” the 24-year old musician explains\, “but when I discovered the Great American Songbook and the music of George Gershwin and Richard Rodgers\, it felt like this middle ground between jazz and classical that suited me perfectly.” \nIn 2020\, while still a student at Berklee College of Music\, Laufey released her debut single\, “Street by Street\,” which went on to top the Icelandic radio charts. Following the release of her 2021 Typical of Me EP\, Laufey hosted her own show on BBC Radio 3/BBC Sounds. Her debut full-length\, Everything I Know About Love\, debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Alternative New Artist Album chart\, and the lead single “Valentine” peaked at #1 on the Spotify Jazz Chart. In 2022 Laufey was the most streamed jazz artist on Spotify\, with 425 million streams across all platforms. \nLaufey dove headfirst into the musical canon\, captivated by the lush arrangements and dreamy vocals\, and by her early teenage years\, she was turning heads with a mesmerizing style that belied her young age. Attending the Berklee College of Music in Boston\, Laufey began cementing her distinct blend of tender jazz melodies and slow-burning R&B grooves. \nAs a classically-trained musician\, Laufey’s songs are produced and performed as jazz tunes\, but the songwriting follows a more modern and relatable blueprint\, one taken straight from her own intimate experiences in life and love. Her debut lead single\, “Street by Street\,” is an empowering declaration of intent to reclaim her relationship with the city of Boston\, as jeopardized by the associated memories of a painful breakup. ​Through free-form scatting and reposeful vocal styling\, Laufey transforms her heartfelt truths into a revived classic sound for contemporary audiences to resonate with. \nUnable to tour due to the COVID-19 pandemic\, Laufey instead took to Instagram and TikTok\, performing a mix of originals and classic jazz standards. Within a year\, she found herself garnering an impressive Gen-Z social following propelling her work to a newfound audience. Her songwriting has seen her gain new fans in Billie Eilish\, Willow Smith\, V from BTS\, dodie\, Ricky Montgomery\, and Alexander 23\, the latter two of which Laufey went on to support on their sold-out fall 2021 tours. \nAfter a standout year since releasing her highly-acclaimed debut EP\, Typical of Me\, Laufey made her television debut with a captivating performance on Late Night with Jimmy Kimmel\, and performed a soft medley of tracks from her debut for KEXP’s first live session back in-studio. With the momentum from last year\, Laufey is set to have another remarkable run as she prepares to share more of her signature cross-generational sound. URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/laufey-cgi-rochester-international-jazz-festival/ LOCATION:Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre\, 26 Gibbs Street\, Rochester\, NY\, 14604\, United States CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/rijf-headliners-2024-laufey.png ORGANIZER;CN="Rochester International Jazz Festival":MAILTO:info@rochesterjazz.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T223000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080928 CREATED:20240307T174906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T174906Z UID:11805-1719518400-1719527400@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:John Oates – CGI Rochester International Jazz Festival DESCRIPTION:Tickets On Sale Now\n$93/$83/$63/$33 + service charge \nAn Evening of Songs & Stories \nJohn Oates is cofounder of the iconic music creators Hall & Oates\, as well as an accomplished solo artist. He is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame\, The American Songwriters Hall of Fame\, and recipient of the prestigious BMI Icon Award as well as numerous American Music\, MTV awards\, and multiple Grammy nominations. \nSince forming his creative partnership with Daryl Hall in the early 1970s\, they have gone on to record 21 albums\, which have sold over 80 million units\, making them the most successful duo in rock history. They have scored 10 number-one records\, over 20 Top 40 hits\, and have toured the world for decades. Their involvement in the original “Live Aid” concert and the groundbreaking “We Are The World” charity recording have further established them as legendary artists\, who have personally and through their music\, stood the test of tim \nSince embarking on a solo career in 1999\, John has recorded seven solo albums: Phu Phunk Shui/ 1000 Miles of Life/ Mississippi Mile/ The Bluesville Sessions/ Good Road To Follow/ Arkansas and Live from Nashville with the Good Road Band. In addition\, his 2017 autobiography “Change of Season” released by St. Martin’s press\, became an Amazon best seller. \nIn 2023 he released a series of new original digital singles distributed by \n“The Orchard” in a wide variety of eclectic styles as well as penning another series of songs for the feature film “Gringa”. His most recent recording project is titled “Folk-esque” and is scheduled for release in early 2024. He is currently performing an intimate series of solo acoustic shows called an “Evening of Songs and Stories” in America and around the world. \nIn 2021\, John and his wife Aimee partnered with the streaming broadcast service  NugsTV and co-producer Drive Entertainment Group to create a virtual celebration of stories and songs called “OATES SONG FEST 7908“. Inspired by a live series of shows that they created in 2010 at the historic Wheeler Opera House in Aspen\, CO. \n“OATES SONG FEST 7908” became a free streaming concert with all donations and proceeds going to FEEDINGAMERICA.ORG. The broadcast featured an all-star roster of artists all of whom have volunteered their songs and performances to help families without food across the nation\, and as a result\, over 450\,000 meals were provided for American families. \nIn 2022\, John became the international ambassador for “MOVEMBER” the men’s health initiative\, and released a new original song called “Pushing A Rock” with a theme of overcoming life’s challenges and struggles. \nOates continues to be involved in his passion for automobiles and motorsport with his collection of sports cars and active participation in concours events and the Porsche Club of America. \nJohn and his wife Aimee reside in Nashville\, Tennessee\, and Aspen\, Colorado. URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/john-oates-cgi-rochester-international-jazz-festival/ LOCATION:Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre\, 26 Gibbs Street\, Rochester\, NY\, 14604\, United States CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/rijf-headliners-2024-oates.png ORGANIZER;CN="Rochester International Jazz Festival":MAILTO:info@rochesterjazz.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T223000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080928 CREATED:20240307T175056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T175056Z UID:11808-1719604800-1719613800@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:Samara Joy – CGI Rochester International Jazz Festival DESCRIPTION:Tickets On Sale Now\n$83/$73/$53/$33 + Service Charge \nWith her GRAMMY-Award-winning and chart-topping album\, Linger Awhile\, 23-year-old Samara Joy makes her case to join the likes of Sarah\, Ella\, and Billie as the next mononymous jazz singing sensation recorded by the venerable Verve Records. Her voice\, rich and velvety yet precociously refined\, has already earned her fans like Anita Baker and Regina King and appearances on the TODAY Show\, The Tonight Show w/Jimmy Fallon\, The Late Show w/Stephen Colbert\, CBS Mornings\, Kelly Clarkson\, Jennifer Hudson\, and more\, in addition to millions of likes on TikTok — cementing her status as perhaps the first Gen Z jazz singing star. The New York Times praised the “silky-voiced rising star” for “helping jazz take a youthful turn” while NPR All Things Considered named her a “classic jazz singer from a new generation.” In February 2023\, Samara Joy took home two Grammys – Best Jazz Vocal Album and the auspicious Best New Artist award. \nSamara is still relatively new to jazz. Growing up in the Bronx\, it was music of the past — the music of her parent’s childhoods\, as she put it — that she listened to most. She treasures her musical lineage\, which stretches back to her grandparents Elder Goldwire and Ruth McLendon\, both of whom performed with Philadelphia gospel group the Savettes\, and runs through her father\, who is a singer\, songwriter and producer who toured with gospel artist Andraé Crouch. “Sometimes I catch myself when I’m singing — I’m like\, ‘Whoa\, that was a dad moment’\,” Samara quips. Eventually\, she did follow in the family tradition\, singing in church and then with the jazz band at Fordham High School for the Arts\, with whom she won Best Vocalist at JALC’s Essentially Ellington competition. That led to her enrolling in SUNY Purchase’s jazz studies program\, where she fell deeply in love with the music. \nThough she’s young\, she relishes the process of digging through the music’s history. “I think maybe people connect with the fact that I’m not faking it\, that I already feel embedded in it\,” Samara says. “Maybe I’m able to reach people in person and on social media because it’s real.” The gatekeepers of the jazz world tend to agree: in 2019\, she won the Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition\, and she’s since performed with legends like Christian McBride and Bill Charlap. Legendary late pianist Barry Harris was a particularly important influence and mentor. “You inspired me as well as many others with this fire for teaching and playing that couldn’t be dimmed by anything or anyone\,” Samara writes in Linger Awhile’s liner notes\, dedicating the project in part to Harris’ memory. \nOn Linger Awhile\, which was produced by Matt Pierson and recorded by Chris Allen at Sear Sound in NYC\, Samara is accompanied by esteemed veterans: her former professors\, guitarist Pasquale Grasso and drummer Kenny Washington\, form the core of the band\, which also includes bassist David Wong and pianist Ben Paterson. With ease and a preternatural assurance\, Samara swings right alongside them through understated yet powerful renditions of this creative collection of standards. \nThere are burnished\, gleaming versions of chestnuts in “Misty\,” “Linger Awhile” and “Someone To Watch Over Me\,” transporting listeners to some romantic\, long-lost supper club. Those familiar tunes are listed alongside some more unusual\, if equally vintage selections: “Sweet Pumpkin\,” a Ronnell Bright tune performed by the likes of Blue Mitchell and Gloria Lynne\, and “Can’t Get Out Of This Mood\,” which Samara uncovered on a collection of Sarah Vaughan rarities\, add a lilting\, upbeat bent to the album’s selections. \n“When I heard the lyrics\, I was like\, ‘OK\, this is positive — it’s not as much about heartbreak\,” Samara says of “Mood.” “I liked the way I felt after hearing her singing it\, and hopefully I can create the same feeling for people when they hear that song.” \nSamara aims for the opposite on a spine-tingling version of “Guess Who I Saw Today\,” originally popularized by Nancy Wilson. This gently grieving rendition showcases the young singer’s exceptional control and range\, as well as her refined\, distinctive style. \nMarrying Samara’s interest in classic standards as well as crate-digging is her take on the iconic Thelonious Monk tune “‘Round Midnight” — instead of the traditional lyrics\, Samara sings those written by Jon Hendricks\, which she had only heard in a vintage TV performance by Carmen McRae. “Those lyrics haven’t been recorded that much — so even though it’s a song that a lot of people know\, this is a different take on it\,” Samara says. It’s the only song on the album that includes a horn section\, including trumpeter Terell Stafford\, trombonist Donavan Austin\, and finally tenor saxophonist Kendric McCallister\, who is responsible for the arrangement\, a transformation of Cootie Williams’ original. \nA concept that will likely be foreign to Samara’s TikTok following is that of vocalese\, a jazz technique showcased across Linger Awhile. “Nostalgia (The Day I Knew)” was the product of a jazz transcription class she took with trumpet master Jon Faddis at SUNY Purchase\, in which she took down Fats Navarro’s solo from the original 1947 recording and wrote her own lyrics to that melody — inspired\, she quips\, by the teen romance novels she was reading. She went through the same process with “I’m Confessin’\,” combining that song’s original lyrics with her own\, set to Lester Young’s 1952 solo. Especially for a contemporary listener\, hearing how seamlessly Samara transforms these instrumental lines into breezy lyrics is astounding. Also included on Linger Awhile is “Social Call\,” co-written by vocalese pioneer Hendricks and Gigi Gryce — a fitting\, beautiful tribute to those who paved the way for Samara’s exploration of this often-overlooked subgenre. \nThis holiday season\, Samara will release her first collection of holiday music\, ‘A Joyful Holiday’ EP. The 6-song collection of seasonal favorites is an extension of her latest album Linger Awhile and features a similar cast of jazz musicians – Pasquale Grasso on guitar\, David Wong on bass and Kenny Washington on drums – plus Sullivan Fortner on piano. The tracklist includes previously-released singles “O Holy Night” (performed with multiple generations of her family) and “Warm in December\,” in addition to a new recording of Stevie Wonder’s “Twinkle Twinkle Little Me” and both a studio and live version of “The Christmas Song.” \nThe holiday EP is just one more step for the ascendant\, 2x GRAMMY-winning vocalist\, who has spent the past several months touring all over the world on increasingly larger stages — still shocked to be performing in front of thousands who hang on every word. “I’m still very much a student\, even though I’ve graduated\,” Samara says. “So this is only the beginning… there is much\, much more to come.” URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/samara-joy-cgi-rochester-international-jazz-festival/ LOCATION:Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre\, 26 Gibbs Street\, Rochester\, NY\, 14604\, United States CATEGORIES:Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/rijf-headliners-2024-joy.png ORGANIZER;CN="Rochester International Jazz Festival":MAILTO:info@rochesterjazz.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T223000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080928 CREATED:20230224T140832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T140832Z UID:5173-1677270600-1677277800@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:The Innerloop Blog’s Comedy Showcase DESCRIPTION:Come check out Rochester’s rising comedy stars in the city’s only Dine-In Movie Theater! Kick back and enjoy a great night of laughs hosted by The Innerloop Blog and enjoy food and drinks off of ROC Cinema’s full food/bar menu. \nWARNING: This show will be Rated R URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/the-innerloop-blogs-comedy-showcase/ LOCATION:ROC Cinema\, 957 S CLINTON AVENUE\, ROCHESTER\, 14620 CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Showcase-Cover.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Innerloop Blog":MAILTO:theinnerloopblog@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T193000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080928 CREATED:20221229T134231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T212229Z UID:4578-1672939800-1672947000@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:RocGrowth First Thursday Meetup for Creatives and Startups at Roc Brewing DESCRIPTION:Community collaboration and creative collisions are critical ingredients for a thriving and innovative community. Join RocGrowth\, StartUp Grind and Rochester Open Coffee Club (ROCC) every First Thursday as we invite everyone who identifies as a startup entrepreneur\, creative or supporter (mentor\, advisor\, connector) to meet in person for creative collisions and drinks. WIth a salubrious venue\, social lubricants and the right people\, creativity will blossom. NO RSVP Ticket is needed\, instead share and bring people with you so we can have more Creative Collisions! URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/rocgrowth-first-thursday-meetup-for-creatives-and-startups-at-roc-brewing/ LOCATION:Roc Brewing LLC\, 56 S. Union St.\, Rochester\, 14607 CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/RocBrewingSocialStartupGrindEventBannerRound512.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="RocGrowth":MAILTO:info@rocgrowth.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T133000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080928 CREATED:20240425T110026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T181930Z UID:5861-1718191800-1718199000@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:Midday Bash DESCRIPTION:Midday Bash is the perfect option for those looking for a quick and delicious meal during the week in downtown Rochester. Foodies can enjoy a variety of local food trucks while indulging in relaxing massage chairs\, musical entertainment\, games\, giveaways\, local business pop-ups\, and different local businesses featured at each Midday Bash event as the Promotional Partner. \nSAVE THE DATES! \nWEDNESDAY • JUNE 12 \nWEDNESDAY • JUNE 19 \nWEDNESDAY • JULY 10  \nWEDNESDAY • JULY 24  \nWEDNESDAY • AUGUST 7 \nWEDNESDAY • AUGUST 21  \nWEDNESDAY • SEPTEMBER 4 \nWEDNESDAY • SEPTEMBER 11 \nRain dates August 14 or September 25 \nMIDDAY BASH 2024 FOOD TRUCK LINEUP COMING SOON!\nACTIVITIES & POP-UP VENDORS COMING SOON!\n\n\nDownload Midday Bash 2024 Flyer (English & Español) \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nGETTING TO PARCEL 5\nBIKE RACKS\nYou are welcome to park your bicycle in the racks located around Parcel 5. It is recommended that you secure your bike by locking it up in the nearby bike racks. \nE-BIKE & SCOOTER SHARE\nVeo’s Shared Micromobility Program e-bikes and scooters are a fun and affordable way to get around and explore Rochester on two wheels. Download the Veo app to learn more. \nBUS ROUTES – REGIONAL TRANSIT SERVICE\nParcel 5 can be directly accessed from several transit routes. To view the maps visit: myrts.com/Maps-Schedules/RTS-Monroe/Schedule-pdfs. The RTS Transit Center on St Paul St is a 2 min walk to Parcel 5. Visit myRTS.com for more information and to download the Where’s My Bus? app for real-time bus arrival info on your smartphone from Google Play and the App Store. \nPARKING\nMidday Bash does not operate any parking but there are many surface lots and ramp parking garages conveniently located near the event. Metered on-street parking is in service from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays. Please read the signs and only park in legal spots. Midtown Garage is off of Clinton and Broad St. It has a 6 ft. clearance. The entrance is located directly across from Tower280. Rates are $2 for the first 2 hours and an additional $2 for each hour or a fraction of an hour after that. For Parcel 5 events\, there is a stairwell that leads straight into the space on Andrew Langston Way. \nGARAGE MAP & MORE INFO \n\n \nAccelerating a more vibrant and inclusive downtown community within the Greater Rochester\, NY\, region\, Rochester Downtown Development Corporation and the City of Rochester are committed to Greater ROC. \nThank You to Our Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank You to Our Media Partners URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/midday-bash/ LOCATION:Parcel 5\, 285 E Main St\, Rochester\, NY\, 14604\, United States CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Games ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Midday-Bash-2024.png ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Definitely Events":MAILTO:info@downtowndefinitely.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240712T220000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080928 CREATED:20240425T050041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T182329Z UID:2799-1720807200-1720821600@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:RPO Under the Stars DESCRIPTION:Photos by Allison McDonald \n\nJoin us for a memorable night of music under the open skies with the full Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra. The City of Rochester’s RPO Under the Stars is a free outdoor concert produced in collaboration with Downtown Definitely Events. \nNo tickets are required. Bring a blanket and chairs. Grounds open at 5:30 p.m. with food and drinks available for purchase. \n \nRPO Under the Stars is presented by the City of Rochester in partnership with Downtown Definitely\, a new series of free events and activities produced by the Rochester Downtown Development Corporation (RDDC) to bring the community together and shine the light on downtown with great new experiences. \nNo pets\, alcohol\, or bicycles are allowed at Parcel 5 during the event. If attendees bring a bicycle they are encouraged to lock it up outside the event grounds. For the safety and security of all\, all bags\, purses\, backpacks\, lawn chairs\, etc will be searched upon entry. Individuals 17 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian or an adult 25 years or older. An adult will only be allowed to accompany up to two unrelated youth. Valid photo ID is required. Adults must accompany minors at all times. \nFood and Drinks Coming Soon\nActivities Coming Soon\nAbout the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra\n \nThe Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) has been committed toenriching and inspiring our community through the art of music since its origins in 1922. The RPO presents approximately 150 concerts and broadcasts a year\, serving up to 170\,000 people through ticketed events\, education and community engagement activities\, and concerts in schools and community centers throughout the region. Music Director Andreas Delfs joins the ranks of former notable RPO music directors\, including Erich Leinsdorf\, David Zinman\, Mark Elder\, and Conductor Laureate Christopher Seaman. The RPO reaches more than 15\,000 youth through its specific education programs. \nPARKING\nRPO Under the Stars does not operate any parking but there are many surface lots and ramp parking garages conveniently located near the event. Metered on-street parking is free after 6 p.m. Please read the signs and only park in legal spots. Midtown Garage off of Clinton and Broad St has a 6 ft. clearance and the entrance is directly across the street from Tower 280. Rates are $2 for the first 2 hours and an additional $2 for each hour or a fraction of an hour after that. From the Midtown Garage\, an exit stairwell leads straight to Parcel 5 on Andrew Langston Way. \nGARAGE MAP & MORE INFO \n\n \nAccelerating a more vibrant and inclusive downtown community within the Greater Rochester\, NY\, region\, Rochester Downtown Development Corporation and the City of Rochester are committed to Greater ROC. \nThank You to Our Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank You to Our Media Partners URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/rpo-under-the-stars/ LOCATION:Parcel 5\, 285 E Main St\, Rochester\, NY\, 14604\, United States CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Family,Free,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/RPO-Under-the-Stars-2024-1000-x-1000-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Definitely Events":MAILTO:info@downtowndefinitely.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240719T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240719T223000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080928 CREATED:20230503T093013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T175901Z UID:5988-1721415600-1721428200@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom DESCRIPTION:Friday\, July 19 | Activities 7:00 PM | Movie Dusk | 📍MLK Park \nAQUAMAN AND THE LOST KINGDOM | PG-13 | 2023 | 1 hr 55 min \n \nDirector James Wan and Aquaman himself\, Jason Momoa—along with Patrick Wilson\, Amber Heard\, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Nicole Kidman—return in the sequel to the highest-grossing DC film of all time: “Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom.” Having failed to defeat Aquaman the first time\, Black Manta\, still driven by the need to avenge his father’s death\, will stop at nothing to take Aquaman down once and for all. This time Black Manta is more formidable than ever before\, wielding the power of the mythic Black Trident\, which unleashes an ancient and malevolent force. To defeat him\, Aquaman will turn to his imprisoned brother Orm\, the former King of Atlantis\, to forge an unlikely alliance. Together\, they must set aside their differences in order to protect their kingdom and save Aquaman’s family\, and the world\, from irreversible destruction. \nFOOD & DRINKS COMING SOON\n  \nNo pets or alcohol are allowed at Parcel 5 during the event. \nDowntown Definitely is bringing back this popular summer event for three nights this summer. All screenings are free and family-friendly. Bring a blanket and chair for a comfortable viewing experience. Food and drinks are available to purchase from local food trucks and vendors. No pets or alcohol are allowed at MLK Park and Parcel 5 during the event. \n\n \nDownload Movies With a Downtown View 2024 Flyer \n\nGETTING TO PARCEL 5\nBIKE RACKS\nYou are welcome to park your bicycle in the racks located around Parcel 5. It is recommended that you secure your bike by locking it up in the nearby bike racks. \nE-BIKE & SCOOTER SHARE\nVeo’s Shared Micromobility Program e-bikes and scooters are a fun and affordable way to get around and explore Rochester on two wheels. Download the Veo app to learn more. \nBUS ROUTES – REGIONAL TRANSIT SERVICE\nParcel 5 can be directly accessed from several transit routes. To view the maps visit: myrts.com/Maps-Schedules/RTS-Monroe/Schedule-pdfs. The RTS Transit Center on St Paul St is a 2 min walk to Parcel 5. Visit myRTS.com for more information and to download the Where’s My Bus? app for real-time bus arrival info on your smartphone from Google Play and the App Store. \nPARKING\nMovies With a Downtown View does not operate any parking but there are many surface lots and ramp parking garages conveniently located near the event. Metered on-street parking is in service from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays. Please read the signs and only park in legal spots. Midtown Garage – off of Clinton and Broad St is open 24/7. It has a 6 ft. clearance. The entrance is located directly across from Tower280. Rates are $2 for the first 2 hours and an additional $2 for each hour or a fraction of an hour after that. For Parcel 5 events\, there is a stairwell that leads straight into the space on Andrew Langston Way. \nGARAGE MAP & MORE INFO \n\n \nAccelerating a more vibrant and inclusive downtown community within the Greater Rochester\, NY\, region\, Rochester Downtown Development Corporation and the City of Rochester are committed to Greater ROC. \nThank You to Our Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank You to Our Media Partners URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/aquaman-and-the-lost-kingdom/ LOCATION:MLK Park\, 353 Court Street\, Rochester\, NY\, 14607\, United States CATEGORIES:Family,Food & Drink,Free,Movies ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/DDE-24-Movies-Aquaman-1000-x-1000-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Definitely Events":MAILTO:info@downtowndefinitely.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240719T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240719T223000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080929 CREATED:20240425T110024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T155310Z UID:5878-1721415600-1721428200@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:Movies With a Downtown View DESCRIPTION:Downtown Definitely is bringing back this popular summer event for three nights this summer. All screenings are free and family-friendly. Bring a blanket and chair for a comfortable viewing experience. Food and drinks are available to purchase from local food trucks and vendors. No pets or alcohol are allowed at MLK Park and Parcel 5 during the event. \nJULY 19 (MLK PARK)\nAQUAMAN AND THE LOST KINGDOM \nAUGUST 16 (PARCEL 5)\nTHE LITTLE MERMAID \nSEPTEMBER 6 (PARCEL 5)\nGHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE \n\n \nDownload Movies With a Downtown View 2024 Flyer (English & Español) \n\nGETTING TO MLK PARK & PARCEL 5 & PARKING\nBIKE RACKS\nYou are welcome to park your bicycle in the racks located around MLK Park and Parcel 5. It is recommended that you secure your bike by locking it up in the nearby bike racks. \nE-BIKE & SCOOTER SHARE\nVeo’s Shared Micromobility Program e-bikes and scooters are a fun and affordable way to get around and explore Rochester on two wheels. Download the Veo app to learn more. \nBUS ROUTES – REGIONAL TRANSIT SERVICE\nMLK Park and Parcel 5 can be directly accessed from several transit routes. To view the maps visit: myrts.com/Maps-Schedules/RTS-Monroe/Schedule-pdfs. The RTS Transit Center on St Paul St is a 2 min walk to Parcel 5. Visit myRTS.com for more information and to download the Where’s My Bus? app for real-time bus arrival info on your smartphone from Google Play and the App Store. \nPARKING\nMovies With a Downtown View does not operate any parking but there are many surface lots and ramp parking garages conveniently located near the event. Metered on-street parking is in service from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays. Please read the signs and only park in legal spots. Midtown Garage is off of Clinton and Broad St. It has a 6 ft. clearance. The entrance is located directly across from Tower280. Rates are $2 for the first 2 hours and an additional $2 for each hour or a fraction of an hour after that. For Parcel 5 events\, there is a stairwell that leads straight into the space on Andrew Langston Way. \nGARAGE MAP & MORE INFO \n\n \nAccelerating a more vibrant and inclusive downtown community within the Greater Rochester\, NY\, region\, Rochester Downtown Development Corporation and the City of Rochester are committed to Greater ROC. \nThank You to Our Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank You to Our Media Partners URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/movies-with-a-downtown-view/ CATEGORIES:Family,Food & Drink,Free,Movies ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/DDE-24-Movies-1000-x-1000-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Definitely Events":MAILTO:info@downtowndefinitely.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T133000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080929 CREATED:20240425T110026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T181930Z UID:5861-1718191800-1718199000@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:Midday Bash DESCRIPTION:Midday Bash is the perfect option for those looking for a quick and delicious meal during the week in downtown Rochester. Foodies can enjoy a variety of local food trucks while indulging in relaxing massage chairs\, musical entertainment\, games\, giveaways\, local business pop-ups\, and different local businesses featured at each Midday Bash event as the Promotional Partner. \nSAVE THE DATES! \nWEDNESDAY • JUNE 12 \nWEDNESDAY • JUNE 19 \nWEDNESDAY • JULY 10  \nWEDNESDAY • JULY 24  \nWEDNESDAY • AUGUST 7 \nWEDNESDAY • AUGUST 21  \nWEDNESDAY • SEPTEMBER 4 \nWEDNESDAY • SEPTEMBER 11 \nRain dates August 14 or September 25 \nMIDDAY BASH 2024 FOOD TRUCK LINEUP COMING SOON!\nACTIVITIES & POP-UP VENDORS COMING SOON!\n\n\nDownload Midday Bash 2024 Flyer (English & Español) \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nGETTING TO PARCEL 5\nBIKE RACKS\nYou are welcome to park your bicycle in the racks located around Parcel 5. It is recommended that you secure your bike by locking it up in the nearby bike racks. \nE-BIKE & SCOOTER SHARE\nVeo’s Shared Micromobility Program e-bikes and scooters are a fun and affordable way to get around and explore Rochester on two wheels. Download the Veo app to learn more. \nBUS ROUTES – REGIONAL TRANSIT SERVICE\nParcel 5 can be directly accessed from several transit routes. To view the maps visit: myrts.com/Maps-Schedules/RTS-Monroe/Schedule-pdfs. The RTS Transit Center on St Paul St is a 2 min walk to Parcel 5. Visit myRTS.com for more information and to download the Where’s My Bus? app for real-time bus arrival info on your smartphone from Google Play and the App Store. \nPARKING\nMidday Bash does not operate any parking but there are many surface lots and ramp parking garages conveniently located near the event. Metered on-street parking is in service from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays. Please read the signs and only park in legal spots. Midtown Garage is off of Clinton and Broad St. It has a 6 ft. clearance. The entrance is located directly across from Tower280. Rates are $2 for the first 2 hours and an additional $2 for each hour or a fraction of an hour after that. For Parcel 5 events\, there is a stairwell that leads straight into the space on Andrew Langston Way. \nGARAGE MAP & MORE INFO \n\n \nAccelerating a more vibrant and inclusive downtown community within the Greater Rochester\, NY\, region\, Rochester Downtown Development Corporation and the City of Rochester are committed to Greater ROC. \nThank You to Our Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank You to Our Media Partners URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/midday-bash/ LOCATION:Parcel 5\, 285 E Main St\, Rochester\, NY\, 14604\, United States CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Games ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Midday-Bash-2024.png ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Definitely Events":MAILTO:info@downtowndefinitely.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T223000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080929 CREATED:20230224T140832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230224T140832Z UID:5173-1677270600-1677277800@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:The Innerloop Blog’s Comedy Showcase DESCRIPTION:Come check out Rochester’s rising comedy stars in the city’s only Dine-In Movie Theater! Kick back and enjoy a great night of laughs hosted by The Innerloop Blog and enjoy food and drinks off of ROC Cinema’s full food/bar menu. \nWARNING: This show will be Rated R URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/the-innerloop-blogs-comedy-showcase/ LOCATION:ROC Cinema\, 957 S CLINTON AVENUE\, ROCHESTER\, 14620 CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Showcase-Cover.png ORGANIZER;CN="The Innerloop Blog":MAILTO:theinnerloopblog@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T193000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080929 CREATED:20221229T134231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230302T212229Z UID:4578-1672939800-1672947000@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:RocGrowth First Thursday Meetup for Creatives and Startups at Roc Brewing DESCRIPTION:Community collaboration and creative collisions are critical ingredients for a thriving and innovative community. Join RocGrowth\, StartUp Grind and Rochester Open Coffee Club (ROCC) every First Thursday as we invite everyone who identifies as a startup entrepreneur\, creative or supporter (mentor\, advisor\, connector) to meet in person for creative collisions and drinks. WIth a salubrious venue\, social lubricants and the right people\, creativity will blossom. NO RSVP Ticket is needed\, instead share and bring people with you so we can have more Creative Collisions! URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/rocgrowth-first-thursday-meetup-for-creatives-and-startups-at-roc-brewing/ LOCATION:Roc Brewing LLC\, 56 S. Union St.\, Rochester\, 14607 CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Free ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/RocBrewingSocialStartupGrindEventBannerRound512.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="RocGrowth":MAILTO:info@rocgrowth.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T133000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080929 CREATED:20240425T110026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T181930Z UID:5861-1718191800-1718199000@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:Midday Bash DESCRIPTION:Midday Bash is the perfect option for those looking for a quick and delicious meal during the week in downtown Rochester. Foodies can enjoy a variety of local food trucks while indulging in relaxing massage chairs\, musical entertainment\, games\, giveaways\, local business pop-ups\, and different local businesses featured at each Midday Bash event as the Promotional Partner. \nSAVE THE DATES! \nWEDNESDAY • JUNE 12 \nWEDNESDAY • JUNE 19 \nWEDNESDAY • JULY 10  \nWEDNESDAY • JULY 24  \nWEDNESDAY • AUGUST 7 \nWEDNESDAY • AUGUST 21  \nWEDNESDAY • SEPTEMBER 4 \nWEDNESDAY • SEPTEMBER 11 \nRain dates August 14 or September 25 \nMIDDAY BASH 2024 FOOD TRUCK LINEUP COMING SOON!\nACTIVITIES & POP-UP VENDORS COMING SOON!\n\n\nDownload Midday Bash 2024 Flyer (English & Español) \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nGETTING TO PARCEL 5\nBIKE RACKS\nYou are welcome to park your bicycle in the racks located around Parcel 5. It is recommended that you secure your bike by locking it up in the nearby bike racks. \nE-BIKE & SCOOTER SHARE\nVeo’s Shared Micromobility Program e-bikes and scooters are a fun and affordable way to get around and explore Rochester on two wheels. Download the Veo app to learn more. \nBUS ROUTES – REGIONAL TRANSIT SERVICE\nParcel 5 can be directly accessed from several transit routes. To view the maps visit: myrts.com/Maps-Schedules/RTS-Monroe/Schedule-pdfs. The RTS Transit Center on St Paul St is a 2 min walk to Parcel 5. Visit myRTS.com for more information and to download the Where’s My Bus? app for real-time bus arrival info on your smartphone from Google Play and the App Store. \nPARKING\nMidday Bash does not operate any parking but there are many surface lots and ramp parking garages conveniently located near the event. Metered on-street parking is in service from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays. Please read the signs and only park in legal spots. Midtown Garage is off of Clinton and Broad St. It has a 6 ft. clearance. The entrance is located directly across from Tower280. Rates are $2 for the first 2 hours and an additional $2 for each hour or a fraction of an hour after that. For Parcel 5 events\, there is a stairwell that leads straight into the space on Andrew Langston Way. \nGARAGE MAP & MORE INFO \n\n \nAccelerating a more vibrant and inclusive downtown community within the Greater Rochester\, NY\, region\, Rochester Downtown Development Corporation and the City of Rochester are committed to Greater ROC. \nThank You to Our Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank You to Our Media Partners URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/midday-bash/ LOCATION:Parcel 5\, 285 E Main St\, Rochester\, NY\, 14604\, United States CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Games ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Midday-Bash-2024.png ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Definitely Events":MAILTO:info@downtowndefinitely.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T223000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080929 CREATED:20230503T093033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T175925Z UID:5985-1723834800-1723847400@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:The Little Mermaid DESCRIPTION:Friday\, August 16 | Activities 7:00 PM | Movie Dusk | 📍Parcel 5 \nTHE LITTLE MERMAID | PG | 2023 | 2 hrs 15 min \n \n“The Little Mermaid” is the beloved story of Ariel\, a beautiful and spirited young mermaid with a thirst for adventure. The youngest of King Triton’s daughters and the most defiant\, Ariel longs to find out more about the world beyond the sea and\, while visiting the surface\, falls for the dashing Prince Eric. While mermaids are forbidden to interact with humans\, Ariel must follow her heart. She makes a deal with the evil sea witch\, Ursula\, which gives her a chance to experience life on land but ultimately places her life – and her father’s crown – in jeopardy. The film stars singer and actress Halle Bailey (“grown-ish”) as Ariel; Jonah Hauer-King (“A Dog’s Way Home”) as Prince Eric; Tony Award® winner Daveed Diggs (“Hamilton”) as the voice of Sebastian; Awkwafina (“Raya and the Last Dragon”) as the voice of Scuttle; Jacob Tremblay (“Luca”) as the voice of Flounder; Noma Dumezweni (“Mary Poppins Returns”) as Queen Selina; Art Malik (“Homeland”) as Sir Grimsby; with Oscar® winner Javier Bardem (“No Country for Old Men”) as King Triton; and two-time Academy Award® nominee Melissa McCarthy (“Can You Ever Forgive Me?” “Bridesmaids”) as Ursula. \nFOOD & DRINKS COMING SOON\n  \nNo pets or alcohol are allowed at Parcel 5 during the event. \nDowntown Definitely is bringing back this popular summer event for three nights this summer. All screenings are free and family-friendly. Bring a blanket and chair for a comfortable viewing experience. Food and drinks are available to purchase from local food trucks and vendors. No pets or alcohol are allowed at MLK Park and Parcel 5 during the event. \n\n \nDownload Movies With a Downtown View 2024 Flyer \n\nGETTING TO PARCEL 5\nBIKE RACKS\nYou are welcome to park your bicycle in the racks located around Parcel 5. It is recommended that you secure your bike by locking it up in the nearby bike racks. \nE-BIKE & SCOOTER SHARE\nVeo’s Shared Micromobility Program e-bikes and scooters are a fun and affordable way to get around and explore Rochester on two wheels. Download the Veo app to learn more. \nBUS ROUTES – REGIONAL TRANSIT SERVICE\nParcel 5 can be directly accessed from several transit routes. To view the maps visit: myrts.com/Maps-Schedules/RTS-Monroe/Schedule-pdfs. The RTS Transit Center on St Paul St is a 2 min walk to Parcel 5. Visit myRTS.com for more information and to download the Where’s My Bus? app for real-time bus arrival info on your smartphone from Google Play and the App Store. \nPARKING\nMovies With a Downtown View does not operate any parking but there are many surface lots and ramp parking garages conveniently located near the event. Metered on-street parking is in service from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays. Please read the signs and only park in legal spots. Midtown Garage – off of Clinton and Broad St is open 24/7. It has a 6 ft. clearance. The entrance is located directly across from Tower280. Rates are $2 for the first 2 hours and an additional $2 for each hour or a fraction of an hour after that. For Parcel 5 events\, there is a stairwell that leads straight into the space on Andrew Langston Way. \nGARAGE MAP & MORE INFO \n\n \nAccelerating a more vibrant and inclusive downtown community within the Greater Rochester\, NY\, region\, Rochester Downtown Development Corporation and the City of Rochester are committed to Greater ROC. \nThank You to Our Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank You to Our Media Partners URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/the-little-mermaid/ LOCATION:Parcel 5\, 285 E Main St\, Rochester\, NY\, 14604\, United States CATEGORIES:Family,Food & Drink,Free,Movies ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/DDE-24-Movies-Little-Mermaid-1000-x-1000-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Definitely Events":MAILTO:info@downtowndefinitely.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240719T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240719T223000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080929 CREATED:20240425T110024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T155310Z UID:5878-1721415600-1721428200@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:Movies With a Downtown View DESCRIPTION:Downtown Definitely is bringing back this popular summer event for three nights this summer. All screenings are free and family-friendly. Bring a blanket and chair for a comfortable viewing experience. Food and drinks are available to purchase from local food trucks and vendors. No pets or alcohol are allowed at MLK Park and Parcel 5 during the event. \nJULY 19 (MLK PARK)\nAQUAMAN AND THE LOST KINGDOM \nAUGUST 16 (PARCEL 5)\nTHE LITTLE MERMAID \nSEPTEMBER 6 (PARCEL 5)\nGHOSTBUSTERS: FROZEN EMPIRE \n\n \nDownload Movies With a Downtown View 2024 Flyer (English & Español) \n\nGETTING TO MLK PARK & PARCEL 5 & PARKING\nBIKE RACKS\nYou are welcome to park your bicycle in the racks located around MLK Park and Parcel 5. It is recommended that you secure your bike by locking it up in the nearby bike racks. \nE-BIKE & SCOOTER SHARE\nVeo’s Shared Micromobility Program e-bikes and scooters are a fun and affordable way to get around and explore Rochester on two wheels. Download the Veo app to learn more. \nBUS ROUTES – REGIONAL TRANSIT SERVICE\nMLK Park and Parcel 5 can be directly accessed from several transit routes. To view the maps visit: myrts.com/Maps-Schedules/RTS-Monroe/Schedule-pdfs. The RTS Transit Center on St Paul St is a 2 min walk to Parcel 5. Visit myRTS.com for more information and to download the Where’s My Bus? app for real-time bus arrival info on your smartphone from Google Play and the App Store. \nPARKING\nMovies With a Downtown View does not operate any parking but there are many surface lots and ramp parking garages conveniently located near the event. Metered on-street parking is in service from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays. Please read the signs and only park in legal spots. Midtown Garage is off of Clinton and Broad St. It has a 6 ft. clearance. The entrance is located directly across from Tower280. Rates are $2 for the first 2 hours and an additional $2 for each hour or a fraction of an hour after that. For Parcel 5 events\, there is a stairwell that leads straight into the space on Andrew Langston Way. \nGARAGE MAP & MORE INFO \n\n \nAccelerating a more vibrant and inclusive downtown community within the Greater Rochester\, NY\, region\, Rochester Downtown Development Corporation and the City of Rochester are committed to Greater ROC. \nThank You to Our Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank You to Our Media Partners URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/movies-with-a-downtown-view/ CATEGORIES:Family,Food & Drink,Free,Movies ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/DDE-24-Movies-1000-x-1000-px.png ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Definitely Events":MAILTO:info@downtowndefinitely.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240612T133000 DTSTAMP:20240509T080929 CREATED:20240425T110026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T181930Z UID:5861-1718191800-1718199000@rochesterdowntown.com SUMMARY:Midday Bash DESCRIPTION:Midday Bash is the perfect option for those looking for a quick and delicious meal during the week in downtown Rochester. Foodies can enjoy a variety of local food trucks while indulging in relaxing massage chairs\, musical entertainment\, games\, giveaways\, local business pop-ups\, and different local businesses featured at each Midday Bash event as the Promotional Partner. \nSAVE THE DATES! \nWEDNESDAY • JUNE 12 \nWEDNESDAY • JUNE 19 \nWEDNESDAY • JULY 10  \nWEDNESDAY • JULY 24  \nWEDNESDAY • AUGUST 7 \nWEDNESDAY • AUGUST 21  \nWEDNESDAY • SEPTEMBER 4 \nWEDNESDAY • SEPTEMBER 11 \nRain dates August 14 or September 25 \nMIDDAY BASH 2024 FOOD TRUCK LINEUP COMING SOON!\nACTIVITIES & POP-UP VENDORS COMING SOON!\n\n\nDownload Midday Bash 2024 Flyer (English & Español) \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nGETTING TO PARCEL 5\nBIKE RACKS\nYou are welcome to park your bicycle in the racks located around Parcel 5. It is recommended that you secure your bike by locking it up in the nearby bike racks. \nE-BIKE & SCOOTER SHARE\nVeo’s Shared Micromobility Program e-bikes and scooters are a fun and affordable way to get around and explore Rochester on two wheels. Download the Veo app to learn more. \nBUS ROUTES – REGIONAL TRANSIT SERVICE\nParcel 5 can be directly accessed from several transit routes. To view the maps visit: myrts.com/Maps-Schedules/RTS-Monroe/Schedule-pdfs. The RTS Transit Center on St Paul St is a 2 min walk to Parcel 5. Visit myRTS.com for more information and to download the Where’s My Bus? app for real-time bus arrival info on your smartphone from Google Play and the App Store. \nPARKING\nMidday Bash does not operate any parking but there are many surface lots and ramp parking garages conveniently located near the event. Metered on-street parking is in service from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays. Please read the signs and only park in legal spots. Midtown Garage is off of Clinton and Broad St. It has a 6 ft. clearance. The entrance is located directly across from Tower280. Rates are $2 for the first 2 hours and an additional $2 for each hour or a fraction of an hour after that. For Parcel 5 events\, there is a stairwell that leads straight into the space on Andrew Langston Way. \nGARAGE MAP & MORE INFO \n\n \nAccelerating a more vibrant and inclusive downtown community within the Greater Rochester\, NY\, region\, Rochester Downtown Development Corporation and the City of Rochester are committed to Greater ROC. \nThank You to Our Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThank You to Our Media Partners URL:https://rochesterdowntown.com/event/midday-bash/ LOCATION:Parcel 5\, 285 E Main St\, Rochester\, NY\, 14604\, United States CATEGORIES:Food & Drink,Games ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rochesterdowntown.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Midday-Bash-2024.png ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Definitely Events":MAILTO:info@downtowndefinitely.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR