Crouching down low with skeptical eyes and a furrowed brow, my dad is five minutes into a rigorous inspection when he finds a flaw. “Here,”
Honestly, I don’t know much about wine. I know I like it. I know I’m a cab sauv girly. I know I’ll drink whatever comes
Lined with history and authentic cuisine, the North Clinton neighborhood has been the center of Hispanic culture in Rochester for the past seventy years. The
Before Redd Wood opened its doors, general manager Doug Court test-drove every seat in the house, hunting for the best one. Ask him now, and
Most people in the 585 area know and love the iconic Finger Lakes—those deep, glacial beauties like Seneca and Cayuga that draw wine lovers, hikers,
The Baja 1000 is an annual Mexican off-road motorsport race on the Baja California Peninsula. The race was established by the National Off-Road Racing Association
Before 2011, Dave Sluberski’s wardrobe was limited to that of a classic sound engineer: baggy t-shirts, comfortable pants, and a favorite pair of sneakers. As
Linden, New York, was a tiny village of 300 farmers and apple orchardists ten miles south of Batavia in southernmost Genesee County. It had its
Summertime is the best time for car cruises, meetups, and shows. Check out our list of area auto events. Details are subject to change, so
A monolithic brick building stands prominently in the center of a quiet, residential neighborhood in downtown Rochester, a stark contrast to the modest, two-story homes
There is a distinct noise and scent of an auto repair shop that anyone can recognize—the rhythmic swirls and drills of impact wrenches, the popping
You’ve seen the classic cars on the road—those that were exceptionally restored back to their former glory. Maybe you’ve attended a car show or two
Despite his quintessential vocals, the Band’s Richard Manuel has often been relegated to the margins of rock history. Starting his career with the Revols in
Every day for Erin Crowley feels like sci-fi. “We are essentially an age zero bio bank,” she says, “looking to invest in the future of
This article originally appeared in the July/August 2025 issue of (585).
If you know you know: Danny Deutsch—the longtime music promoter with Energizer Bunny moves. Abilene Bar & Lounge—a musical Mecca housed in a narrow nineteenth-century
Are you looking for the perfect wedding venue in Rochester or perhaps the Finger Lakes? Or maybe you’re planning a surprise birthday party and want to book a restaurant with a private room? From a rustic barn to an elegant Italian eatery to the grand George Eastman Museum, the Flower City is filled with great …
As I’ve moved into adulthood, I’ve come to appreciate an opportunity to get a group together to celebrate something. Be it birthdays, babies, weddings, or other exciting news, I’m here for it. But these gatherings can also cause stress both in the form of “stuff”—thoughtful gifts and trinkets that you’re not quite sure what to …
During the summer of 1887, Rochester’s population was about 50,000 but rapidly on the rise. Kodak, Bausch and Lomb, French’s, and Sibley’s were all in their infancy. Downtown, where the Erie Canal crossed the Genesee via what is now the Broad Street viaduct, was already densely urban. But only a mile or so to the east, the landscape was still largely rural. …
The Avenue Blackbox has been a special place since opening its doors in June 2018. Now celebrating its fifth season, “The Ave” is a safe and creative performing arts space focused on providing opportunities and experiences within performing and nonperforming career paths. In the last five years, it’s offered affordable and culturally rich experiences created by …
If you’ve recently given up carbs in this bright new year, I apologize in advance. Wildflour probably isn’t for you. But if your resolutions are more open-ended—something sensible, like eating healthier or pursuing happiness—well, keep reading. After visiting the new North Winton Village restaurant, I began to think existential thoughts about pasta and bread. If it’s …
If you’re from Brockport, you probably know about Fannie Barrier Williams. But most of us don’t recognize the name, despite her former status as a national celebrity. Barrier Williams was a suffragist, civil rights leader, orator, and changemaker. She was born and raised in Brockport, and hers was one of the only Black families in the …
