Hey there, collegiettes. I’m here to convince you that Rochester is not boring.
This year we are starting a new monthly feature called “Things to Do This Month” to get you out and about in Rochester! In addition to our regular events section, “Things to Do This Month” will focus more on off-campus events.
There’s a lot going on this September. See what we’ve found for you below…
Thinkin’ & Drinkin’: The Bug Jar’s Trivia Hour / Manic Monday Retro Dance
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When: Monday, Sept. 7. Trivia begins at 8pm, Retro Dance at 10pm. FREE PIZZA at 11pm!
Where: The Bug Jar
Cost: Free
Retro? Dancing? Free? Um, yes? If you’ve never been to the Bug Jar, you should check out this hip, quirky bar with live music and great drink specials. And who can pass up FREE PIZZA?!
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When: Every Thursday @ 6:30pm
Where: NU MOVEMENT
Cost: First class $5; Classes after $10; Every time you bring a friend it’s $5 for both of you
Like pilates? Like yoga? PiYo Live combines both! It’s an exercise designed to improve your flexibility and balance and strengthen your core.
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When: Sept 11-12 & Sept 18-19
Where: Camp Eastman, Irondequoit
Cost: $8 (only $4 Sept 18 from noon-3pm)
Enjoy authentic German food, music and dancing, vendors and activities in a huge, one-acre tent.
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When: Sept. 17-26
Where: Various locations in Rochester
Cost: Many shows are FREE, ticket prices $25 and under
This 10-day visual and performing arts festival always gets rave reviews–last year over 60,000 attended! Check their website for more details about performancess and exhibitions. All outdoor shows on Gibbs Street (take the Orange Line to Eastman) are free!
Blue Velvet at The Little Theater
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When: Sept 18 @ 10pm
Where: The Little Theater, 240 East Ave
Cost: $5
As part of their Mondo Movie Series, the Little is offering a Special One-Time Screening of David Lynch’s 1986 acclaimed neo-noir cult film Blue Velvet. The Little also regularly screens American independent and foreign films and hosts visual art and music events.
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When: Fri Sept. 18 @ 8:00pm
Where: Main Street Armory
Cost: $35 – $40
Artist Row at the Rochester Public Market
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When: Sun Sept. 20, 9am – 4pm
Where: Rochester Public Market (take the Green Line)
Cost: FREE
Support local art! This event will feature the work of over 180 community artists as well as plenty of food, music, and dance performances. If you’ve never been to the Public Market, head over now while the weather is still nice. It’s open year-round and features hundred of food vendors, breweries, florists, etc. Two words: free samples!
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When: Sept. 23
Where: Salena’s Mexican Restaurant in Village Gate
Cost: $25
I have a feeling this is one class we won’t mind adding to our busy schedules…
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When: Sept. 23 @ 8:00pm
Where: Main Street Armory
Cost: $39.50
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When: opens Mon-Thurs @ 8pm, Fri-Sun @ 7pm
Where: 1520 W Henrietta Rd, Avon, NY (about 18 minutes from campus by car)
Cost: $9 per ticket
Perfect for date nights. They also have a large, affordable menu: hamburgers for $3.79, wings $5.99, etc. (That’s cheaper than the pit…)