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Rochester This Week

Rochester This Week – 1/13/26

Winter doesn’t mean slowing down—get inspired with indoor adventures, warm meals, and seasonal events—plan this week’s day trips around Rochester.

Jan 13

Rochester This Week – 1/6/26

Ease into January with winter walks, ice rinks, museums, and cozy cafés—plan this week’s day trips around Rochester.

Jan 6

Rochester This Week – 12/30/25

Ring in the New Year and start 2026 strong—plan this week’s day trips around Rochester.

Dec 30, 2025

Rochester This Week – 12/23/25

Plan ahead for New Year’s Eve, first day hikes, and holiday break adventures—plan this week’s day trips around Rochester.

Dec 23, 2025

Rochester This Week – 12/16/25

Festive displays, ice skating, holiday concerts, and cozy winter outings—plan this week’s day trips around Rochester.

Dec 16, 2025

Traveling Close to Home: Reflections on the Space Between Leaving and Returning

The Air Between Us

On walking together, shared silence, and the closeness that doesn’t need words

Jan 11

Why simplifying my life starts with restoring balance between digital and analog attention

Jan 4

Winter: A Season for Listening

The quieter months make space for focused attention—noticing the world’s quieter sounds and what our own thoughts have been waiting to say.

Dec 28, 2025

When the Day Is Short, Stay Longer

Embracing light, warmth, and community at the turning of the year

Dec 21, 2025

Explore Rochester

Exploring The Genesee River

The Genesee River runs for 12 miles through Rochester, from Genesee Valley Park to Lake Ontario.

Jul 19, 2025

Rochester’s Hidden Sidewalk

The hidden sidewalk may be Rochester's best-kept secret!

May 26, 2025

Our Favorite 5 Town Parks to Explore

Each has a unique offering of woods, wildlife, and water features to explore.

May 10, 2025

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Day-Trip Destinations

The drive between Rochester and Naples is breathtaking in the fall.

Sep 25, 2025

Situated midway between Rochester and Syracuse on Routes 5 & 20, Geneva feels like the center of the Finger Lakes region.

Aug 13, 2025

Explore Syracuse

A day trip to Syracuse should include walking through its unique state parks, spending time at one or more renowned museums, and indulging in delicious…

Jun 1, 2025

Explore Watkins Glen

The village of Watkins Glen, about one and a half hours southeast of Rochester at the southern tip of Seneca Lake, is an ideal day-trip destination.

May 21, 2025

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Grimes Glen in Naples

The glen is open to the public and free to visit, and visitors are encouraged to walk in the water.

Sep 15, 2025

Over 50 Places to Explore Rochester’s Waterways

Aug 15, 2025

One of New York State’s 11 Finger Lakes

Jul 31, 2025

5 Authentic Dining-Car Diners

Carefully preserved and restored to their former glory, these authentic dining-car diners offer a unique dining experience that will delight anyone who…

Jul 24, 2025

My Favorite Places to Walk

Delightful destinations around Rochester to meander, mosey, saunter, and stroll.

Jul 17, 2025

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