Agencies: Submit your 2025 events to Wishbook.roc@gmail.com.
See Recurring (Year-Round) Events for events that are held every month.
AUGUST 2025 EVENTS back to top
Trolleys at Twilight
- New York Museum of Transportation
It's an old time trolley park at the New York Museum of Transportation, Saturday, August 2, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
A century ago city dwellers found refuge from summer heat by taking a trolley to a park where cool air, lively music and special treats brightened their evening. The museum is happy to bring back those good old days with its "Trolleys at Twilight" event.
Visitors to this event will take a ride on a vintage trolley car through open countryside They'll enjoy live music and delicious complimentary ice cream as they delight in the evening breeze. Visitors are invited to bring a lawn chair or share one of the many picnic tables as the evening unfolds.
Tickets for adults are $20; seniors 65+ are $13; youths age 3 - 14 are $9. The 20 minute round-trip trolley rides depart at 4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, 6:30, and 7:00. Reservations are advised at www.nymtmuseum.org/twilight.
The New York Museum of Transportation is located at 6393 E. River Road in Rush, NY, and is open for regular visits Sundays only, late May through October and again during the Christmas holidays.
(585) 533-1113. www.nymtmuseum.org
SEPTEMBER 2025 EVENTS back to top
The Blue & White Luncheon :Stories of Resilience
- Catholic Charities Family and Community Services (CCFCS)
Thursday, September 4, 2025, from 11:30 am to 1 pm at the Hyatt Regency Grand Ballroom.
Keynote Speaker: Katy Eberts.
From Adversity to Empowerment: A Story of Resilience and Unwavering Perseverance.
Katy Eberts is a beloved figure and friend of Rochester, best known for her unique combination of musical talent and baking skills. Despite a life-altering accident that initially left her paralyzed, Katy's journey of courage and perseverance led her to reclaim her independence and inspire others with her #KatieStrong spirit.
Be part of our stories of resilience. Sponsorship opportunities available.
Tickets are now available.. www.fcscharities.org.
RECURRING (YEAR ROUND) EVENTS back to top
Sundays
Sundays from April-May through October, at the Museum, 6393 E. River Road, West Henrietta, NY.
Museum volunteers are restoring several antique trolleys for operation on the museum's rail line. View the progress as we bring a 1914 interurban car and a 100-year-old Rochester streetcar back to life!
Available during our regular operating hours, 11 am to 5 pm, Sundays only. Included in the regular admission price. See www.nymtmuseum.org for more information.
Fridays
Every Friday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm at The St. Vincent DePaul Store in the basement of St. Michael's Hall, 124 Evergreen St. (Church location: behind 869 Clinton Avenue near corner of Clifford Avenue.) Includes antiques, collectibles, athletic equipment, electronics, and other items that are not basic household items. Quality merchandise at bargain prices. Proceeds raised at the sale go to support the St. Vincent De Paul Ministry to help the poor in our parish live a better life.
Saturdays
Second Saturday of the month*, from 10:00 am to 12 noon, at The Former Customs House, 10 Latta Rd., at the corner of River Street. Rochester, NY 14612. THIS EVENT IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
Presentation by the Marine History Group of the Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse Historical Society. The Presentation will be followed by a round robin. Bring your thoughts about Marine History for group discussion.
*except July, August, and December.
(beginning in Spring)
Third Saturday of the month, from 10:00 am to 12 noon, at The Former U.S. Customs House, 10 Latta Rd. corner of River Street, Rochester 14612. THIS EVENT IS FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
Bring in any items pertaining to Charlotte that you would like to show the group. (Every month except July, August, and December.)