BeyondTheNest: Weekly e-newsletter for Rochester | |
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Save the Date
Fri, Jan 23: The Odd Couple (Female Version) by Neil Simon at Rochester Community Players
Fri, Jan 23: A Belated Welcome to the Winter Solstice at Seneca Meadows Education Center at Montezuma Audubon Center
Sat, Jan 24: RPO Dance Festival: American Masters with Garth Fagan Dance at Eastman Theatre
Sun, Jan 25: Eastman Presents: From Ordinary Things at Eastman School of Music - Concert Office
Sun, Jan 25: "A Musical Time Machine: - featuring Richie Gregory at Rochester Theater Organ
Society
Fri, Jan 30: The PhotoBook Workshop at Brighton Memorial Library
Fri, Jan 30: Gallery Reception: Shared Spaces and Natural Selections: A Strange Bestiary. Photographs by Ron Netsky at Nazareth University Arts Center
Sat, Jan 31: Mindful MAGiC: Sonic Yoga at Memorial Art Gallery
Sat, Jan 31: 40th Annual LAKESIDE WINTER CELEBRATION at Ontario Beach Park Program Committee
Sun, Feb 1: A Cappella Live at Cobblestone Arts Center
Sun, Feb 1: Eastman Presents:
Ying Quartet at Eastman School of Music - Concert Office
Sat, Feb 7: Out of Pocket, Inc. presents Frankie and Johnny in the Clair
de Lune at MuCCC at Multi-Use Community Cultural Center (MuCCC)
Sun, Feb 8: Hitmakers Rewind: Favorites from 10 Years of Hitmakers at Louis S. Wolk Jewish Community Center of Greater Rochester
Sun, Feb 8: Black History Month Celebration Day 2026 at Memorial Art Gallery
Sat, Feb 14: The Winter Warriors at Old Fort Niagara at Old Fort Niagara
Sun, Feb 15: CARNAVAL SHOW from Grupo Cultural Latinos En Rochester, Inc. Sat, Feb 14: Ice Wine Festival at Casa Larga |
Note from your publisher Rochester may be wrapped in a snowy blanket today, but the skies will clear just in time for a weekend full of arts, culture, and cozy indoor and outdoor adventures. From the side-splitting absurdity of SPAMALOT at RBTL to a soulful tribute to Laurel Canyon with the RPO, there’s no shortage of reasons to step out and shake off the winter blues. You can also catch a celestial concert at the Webster Public Library, enjoy live
owl encounters under the stars at GCV&M, or snowshoe on a winter bird trail at Montezuma Audubon Center. Of course, if your Saturday afternoon plans involve settling in with snacks and cheering on
the Buffalo Bills as they take on the Denver Broncos, we support that strategy wholeheartedly—just consider it your halftime break before heading back out for more fun. Sunday brings even more to explore, from Chocolate Mindfulness in Penfield to the opening of the 2026 Beat the Blahs opera series in Pittsford. However you spend it, this weekend is filled with ways to stay inspired, entertained, and connected. —Debra Ross, publisher
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Jan 17, 1pm at Webster Public Library: Zaurac (otherwise known as Steve Fentress, the retired Director of the Strasenburgh Planetarium) will perform a live celestial-themed keyboard concert with projected imagery from early Space Age books, antique postcards, and modern views from space telescopes and spacecrafts.
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Jan 8 – 17, 2026: Step into the quiet brilliance of The Seagull by Anton Chekhov, brought to life by The Classics Company. In this deeply human tale, a celebrated actress, her aspiring playwright son, and a young ingénue converge at a serene country estate — only to find their ambitions, loves, and fears flying higher than ever.
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January 16 & 17: Journey back to the ’60s and ’70s California rock scene with a tribute to the legendary artists who defined a generation and continue to inspire countless artists today. This unforgettable concert will transport audiences from Kodak Hall to Laurel Canyon, the creative birthplace of timeless music of groundbreaking artists such as The Mamas & The Papas, Joni Mitchell, Carole King, Jackson Browne, Linda Ronstadt, The Eagles, Fleetwood Mac, and Crosby, Stills and Nash.
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Elton John has sold over 300 million records over 6 decades in show business, making him one of the biggest selling artists of all time. Laser Elton John celebrates his larger than life persona, bringing the Rocket Man’s powerful music to life in gorgeous laser light.
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Give your Christmas tree a second life by donating it to Trees for Trails at the Helmer Nature Center in Irondequoit! Through January 17, you can drop off your whole (undecorated) tree to help support local trail maintenance. Be sure to remove all bags, ornaments, and wire before dropping off. Please note: no clippings, wreaths, yard waste, or debris are accepted, and the final drop-off time is 12 p.m. on January 17. Volunteers will be available to assist with unloading on January 17 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
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Evenings Jan 16, 17, 23, and 24: Experience a winter evening adventure at Owl Moon at Genesee Country Village & Museum. Families can join guided nighttime hikes with naturalists, learn about local owls, and meet live owls up close with Wild Wings Inc. Warm up by the fire, enjoy food and beverages indoors, and take part in seasonal activities throughout the evening.
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Every Saturday from January 17th through February 21st at 10 AM and 1 PM. Bundle up and join us for a family-friendly 1-mile snowshoe trek through marshes, grasslands, and forested trails. Whether you're a seasoned birder or just curious about winter wildlife, this inclusive outing is perfect for all ages (5+). If there is no snow, we'll still hit the trails for a wintery walk!
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Saturday, Jan 17, 7pm at Cobblestone Arts Center in Farmington: Local singer-songwriters perform a heartfelt tribute celebrating the timeless songs of Bob Dylan, Joni Mitchell, James Taylor, Carole King and Paul Simon. From popular hits to deep cuts, this performance honors the songwriters whose words and melodies defined the 1970s, and continue to resonate today.
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Sunday, January 18 at 2pm: Penfield Library presents Chocolate Mindfulness. Melissa Mueller-Douglas, LMSW and CEO of MYRetreat, Inc. will blend meditation, journaling, and sensory chocolate tasting to help participants feel supported, connected, and refreshed. It’s a multisensory experience designed to melt stress away while sparking joy and mindfulness. Just bring yourself!
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Opera Guild of Rochester conquers dull Sunday afternoons by sharing opera video presentations of acclaimed productions by your favorite composers. The 2026 Beat the Blahs Haskell Rosenberg Memorial Series will feature four events selected to represent the golden age of Italian opera.
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Lovely local experiences are in your future! |
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