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Good morning to you Rochester! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a $1.15M Peace Village vote could reshape Rochester homelessness response
  • Why the century-old Rochester Auto Show has suddenly shut down
  • How Rochester rallied to keep free end-of-life care available

Also on today's calendar: International John Violinist Coming to Rochester, NY at The Theater at Innovation Square and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why was the scarecrow given an award? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Sun and some clouds, with a high of 67 and low of 49 degrees.
  • Monday: Breezy with periods of sun, temps: high: 59, low: 42.
  • Tuesday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 57 and low of 44 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Rochester could spend $1.15M to reopen Peace Village (ithacajournal.com) — Rochester City Council will vote October 6 on whether to spend $1.15 million in opioid settlement funds to reopen Peace Village, the city's sanctioned homeless encampment on Industrial Street. If approved, the money would fund staffing, safety upgrades, and 19 pallet shelters through June 2027, offering low-barrier shelter and on-site case management for unhoused adults across Rochester.
   

2. Rochester Auto Show discontinued after more than a century (democratandchronicle.com) — The long-running Rochester Auto Show, a staple for local car shoppers since 1908, has been permanently discontinued, with no reason given. Organizers thanked Rochester-area exhibitors and urged residents to visit local franchised dealerships directly for future vehicle shopping instead of relying on the now-ended show.
   

3. Aurora House fundraiser draws 250 people, aims to raise $20,000 for free end-of-life care (whec.com) — A Rochester fundraiser drew about 250 people to support Aurora House, which offers free end-of-life care without government funding. Volunteers organized more than 150 raffle baskets and a fashion show, aiming to raise $20,000 so local families can continue receiving compassionate care at no cost.
   

4. Foodlink's Community Farm in Rochester celebrates first full year with annual festival (whec.com) — Foodlink's community farm on Lexington Avenue in Rochester marked its first full growing year with a free Fall Festival featuring food, giveaways, and tours. The expanded space now supports more than 100 community gardeners, thousands of starter plants for gardens across Rochester, and field trips for every Rochester City School District third grader, emphasizing hands-on lessons in growing and cooking healthy food.
   

5. Rochester hosts 3rd annual HBCU football game (13wham.com) — Rochester just wrapped up its third annual HBCU Classic Football Game at the Community Sports Complex, drawing big crowds, marching bands, and visiting teams from Virginia State and Lincoln University. Beyond the on-field action, the city used the event to highlight HBCU culture and connect Rochester students with college opportunities, turning the day into a lively mix of football, music, and future planning.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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