– This directory is not an exhaustive list of local services or camps.
– * Denotes businesses with camps available.
– If you would like to see your organization, business, or camp listed in our next directory, please email cg****@58****.com .
ART
*ADIRONDACK WOODCRAFT CAMPS
285 Woodcraft Rd., Old Forge
315-369-6031
*THE ART STOP
1822 Penfi eld Rd., Penfi eld
585-872-5710
*CREATED BY US POTTERY
3 Railroad St., Fairport
585-223-8210
*MS. MASON’S ART CLUB
100 Passing Creek Drive., Webster
585-872-4779
*THE UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER’S MEMORIAL ART GALLERY
500 University Ave., Rochester
585-276-8900
BANKING/FINANCE
ADVANTAGE FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
SUMMIT FEDERAL CREDIT UNION
BOOKS
BOOK CULTURE PITTSFORD
28 South Main St., Pittsford
585-203-1501
Book Culture is an independent bookstore with books and educational toys in all subjects for all ages—there’s a large children’s department and great gifts for adults, too.
HIPOCAMPO CHILDREN’S BOOKS
638 South Ave., Rochester
585-461-0161
LIFT BRIDGE BOOK SHOP
45 Main St., Brockport
585-637-2260
TOUCH OF GRAYCE
65 Main St., Geneseo
585-243-4980
Touch of Grayce is an independent specialty, book, toy, and gift shop in downtown Geneseo.
THE UNRELIABLE NARRATOR
302 N. Goodman St. E101, Rochester
CHILDCARE/PRESCHOOL
(Also see listings for the YMCA further down)
BANNERS CHILDCARE
3510 Winton Place, Rochester
585-427-0700
Banners Childcare offers quality, affordable child care in a safe, clean, and loving environment. Flexible care for children ages six weeks to 12 years old.
CARE-A-LOT
395 John St., Rochester
585-883-2500
*GENERATIONS CHILDCARE
2815 Baird Road, Fairport
2400 Chili Ave, Gates
250 Empire Blvd, Irondequoit
75 Clinton Square, Rochester
585-883-2500
WINTON ROAD NURSERY SCHOOL
220 S. Winton Rd., Rochester
585-442-8340
Winton Road Nursery School is a semi-cooperative, play-based preschool with mixed age class offerings for children aged two to five. Registration for 2024 and 2025 begins in February.
DANCE
ARTICUL8 DANCE
349 W. Commercial St., Suite 2278, East Rochester
585-267-7010
*DRAPER CENTER FOR DANCE EDUCATION
1200 Edgewood Ave., Rochester
585-461-2000
*ELITE STUDIO OF DANCE
1387 Fairport Rd. Suite 900i, Fairport
585-425-7975
*FITZSIMMONS DANCE FACTORY
7374 Pittsford Palmyra Rd., Fairport
585-425-7164
*GARTH FAGAN DANCE
50 Chestnut St., Fl. 3, Rochester
585-454-3260
INNA BALLET
3800 Monroe Ave., Suite 16, Pittsford
585-466-4701
Inna Ballet offers professional instruction in classical ballet (following the Russian Vaganova method) and related dance forms.
*NEW YORK STATE BALLET TRAINING
821 Fairport Rd., East Rochester
585-704-1903
The New York State Ballet aims to preserve the classical art form of ballet by creating and performing exceptional productions that bring a refreshed appreciation and awareness of classical ballet to the New York state community and beyond.
ROC DANCE
30 E. Main St., Lower Level, Webster
585-667-0957
Roc Dance is dedicated to dance for students of all ages and levels.
ROCHESTER CITY BALLET
1326 University Ave., Rochester
585-461-5850
RCB is an eclectic and versatile company that offers something for everyone.
SPINS DANCE STUDIO
2505 Browncroft Blvd., Rochester
585-248-9330
VISIONS DANCE STUDIO
1225 Jefferson Rd. a22, Rochester
In Frontier Commons
585-732-2367
DENTAL/ORTHODONTICS
EASTMAN INSTITUTE FOR ORAL HEALTH
625 Elmwood Ave., Rochester
585-275-1147
GET IT STRAIGHT ORTHODONTICS
750 Pittsford-Victor Rd., Pittsford
1213 Mayberry Place, Macedon
3208 Latta Rd., Rochester
585-207-4084
Get It Straight offers full spectrum of the highest quality orthodontic services for adults, teens, and children.
GREECE FAMILY DENTISTRY AND IMPLANTOLOGY
3101 W. Ridge Rd. Bldg C, Greece
585-621-6460
TWELVE CORNERS ORTHODONTICS & PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
4 Chelmsford Rd., Rochester
585-244-1177
WESTSIDE PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
523 Beahan Rd., Rochester
585-426-2550
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT/ACTIVITIES
ARCADE & ATTICA RAILROAD
278 W. Main St., Arcade
585-492-3100
Step back in time aboard our vintage World War ll-era diesel train excursion in New York State. We’re an authentic short line railroad with the distinction of being one of the last “common carriers”—running freight and passenger trains weekly.
GEVA THEATRE ROCHESTER
75 Woodbury Blvd., Rochester
585-232-4382
CHILDREN’S BOOK FESTIVAL
Monroe Community College
R. Thomas Flynn Campus Center
1000 East Henrietta Rd., Rochester
The Rochester Children’s Book Festival is presented by RACWI (Rochester Area Children’s Writers and Illustrators) and the Lift Bridge Book Shop, in affi liation with The Friends and Foundation of the Rochester Public Library. Our hosting sponsor is Monroe Community College.
ROCHESTER PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA
255 East Ave. Ste. LL02, Rochester
585-454-2100
The Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra (RPO) has been committed to enriching and inspiring our community through the art of music since its origins in 1922. The RPO reaches more than 15,000 youth through its specific education programs.
ROC HOLIDAY VILLAGE
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park
353 Court St., Rochester
585-340-7170
Roc Holiday Village is Rochester NY’s Favorite Winter Festival!
FAMILY RESOURCES
PARENTING VILLAGE
255 East Ave Ste 201, Rochester
MODELING
*ETIQUETTE CHICS
Rochester
585-413-7206
*THE MARY THERESE FRIEL MODELING AGENCY
20-102 Assembly Dr., Mendon
585-624-5510
ma**@mt*******.com
mtfmodels.com
Full Service Modeling Agency with a Complete Training Program, established in 1987 by Mary Therese Friel, former Miss USA, Ford model, national spokesperson, goodwill ambassador, and author.
MULTIPLE OFFERINGS
(sports, childcare, camps, and more.)
*4H CAMP BRISTOL HILLS
480 N. Main St., Canandaigua
585-394-3977 x 407
cceontario.org/4-hcampbristollhills.org
*BEAM CAMP
55 Boy Scout Rd., Strafford, NH
718-855-7600 ext. 823
*BROOKLYN ROBOT FOUNDRY ROCHESTER
81-83 Plymouth Ave., Rochester
585-201-8636
Ro*******@br******************.com
Brooklyn Robot Foundry offers STEAM classes for children, and sometimes adults, all over the country from its base in Brooklyn, NY. The goal of the Robot Foundry is to share the fun of STEAM learning with children everywhere and inspire them to continue a life full of exploration, problem-solving, and imagination.
*CAMP CHERITH OF WESTERN NY
9534 Short Tract Rd., Hunt
585-468-3850
ex***************@ca************.org
Camp Cherith is a traditional s’mores and outdoors summer camp. Camper activity choices include swimming, hiking, horseback riding, target sports, fishing, nature, and much more. One week of day camp, then four weeks of residential camp for ages 7 to 17.
*CAMP HICKORY HILL
2970 Kohler Rd., Varysburg
585-535-7832
*CENTRAL ROCK GYM
725 Averill Ave., Rochester
*CAMP STELLA MARIS
4395 E. Lake Rd., Livonia
585-346-2243
For almost 100 years Camp Stella Maris has been a home away from home for campers to try new and exciting things, meet new friends, and challenge themselves. Located just thirty minutes south of Rochester on the shores of Conesus Lake, CSM has programs for campers of all ages.
*CAMP WHITMAN
150 Whitman Rd., Penn Yan
315-220-0084
*CASOWASCO
158 Casowasco Dr., Moravia
315-364-8756
*CHALLENGE ATHLETICS
At The Cannery
25 Parce Ave. Ste 175, Fairport
585-678-9434
*CODE NINJAS
3040 Monroe Ave., Rochester
585-900-2633
*CITY OF ROCHESTER
585-428-5990
585-428-9777 (camps)
*CREATIVE THEMES
325 Eaglehead Rd., East Rochester
585-385-6830
*DICK’S HOUSE OF SPORT
200 Eastview Mall, Victor
585-282-0000
stores.dickssportinggoods.com/ny/victor/1500/
*EMPIRE TENNIS ACADEMY
1981 Clover St., Rochester
585-697-7766
*HISTORIC PURSUITS
4017 Miner Rd. Palmyra
315-576-3202
*JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF GREATER ROCHESTER
1200 Edgewood Ave., Rochester
585-461-2000
*LAKESHORE HOCKEY ARENA
123 Ling Rd., Rochester
585-865-2800
*MARVELOUS MIND ACADEMY
274 N. Goodman St. Ste. D110, Rochester
585-210-8554
*MASTER KIM’S TAEKWANDO INSTITUTE ROCHESTER PARKOUR
1601 Penfield Rd., Rochester
585-377-2000
2255 East Ridge Rd., Rochester
585-342-5010
3042 W Ridge Rd., Rochester
585-227-8000
*MIDTOWN ATHLETIC CLUB
200 E Highland Dr., Rochester
585-461-2300
*PINNACLE ATHLETIC CAMPUS AND EVENTS CENTER
7600 Pinnacle Rd., Victor
585-433-2930
*ROCHESTER FENCING CLUB
3335 Brighton Henrietta Town Line Rd., Rochester
585-654-6047
*ROCHESTER PARKOUR
1344 University Ave., Rochester
585-204-7537
*ROCHESTER YACHT CLUB
5555 St. Paul Blvd., Rochester
585-342-5511
*ROC KID CITY
3300 Monroe Ave., Suite 122, Rochester
585-354-6177
*ROCVENTURES
1044 University Ave., Rochester
585-442-5462
*SODUS BAY JUNIOR SAILING ASSOCIATION
7433 Clover St., Sodus Point
315-483-8883
*ROCHESTER ICE CENTER
80 Lyndon Rd., Fairport
585-223-2160
*TENNIS CLUB OF ROCHESTER
570 Kreag Rd., Pittsford
585-381-2529
*TOTAL SPORTS EXPERIENCE
880 Elmgrove Rd., Rochester
585-458-4263
435 W. Commercial St., East Rochester
585-203-0367
*WARRIOR FACTORY/SUMMER NINJA CAMP
3150 W. Henrietta Rd., Rochester
585-427-9289
*WRITERS & BOOKS
740 University Ave., Rochester
585-473-2590
*YMCA (ROCHESTER AREA)
The YMCA of Greater Rochester is a charitable, cause-driven organization that strengthens community and improves lives through Christian principles, impactful programs, and purposeful partnerships that serve and connect all.
Bay View Family YMCA
1209 Bay Rd., Webster
585-671-8414
Corning Family YMCA
127 Center Way, Corning
607-936-4638
Eastside Family YMCA
1835 Fairport Nine Mile Point Rd., Penfield
585-341-4000
The Lewis St. YMCA Neighborhood Center
53 Lewis St., Rochester
585-325-2572
Maplewood Family YMCA
25 Driving Park Ave., Rochester
585-647-3600
Northwest Family YMCA
730 Long Pond Rd., Rochester
585-227-3900
Sands Family YMCA
351 North St., Canandaigua
585-396-8700
Schottland Family YMCA
2300 West Jefferson Rd. Ste. 400, Pittsford
585-446-2000
The Thurston Rd. YMCA Neighborhood Center
597 Thurston Rd., Rochester
585-328-9330
Westside Family YMCA
920 Elmgrove Rd., Rochester
585-247-3501
The YMCA at Innovation Square
100 S. Clinton Ave. C250, Rochester
585-723-3020
The Y at Watson Woods
9620 Dry Run Rd., Painted Post
607-962-0541
Camp Arrowhead
730 Long Pond Rd., Rochester
20 Arrowhead Rd., Pittsford
Camp Bay View (Bay View Family YMCA)
1209 Bay Rd., Webster
585-671-8414
Camp Cory
140 East Lake Rd. #54, Penn Yan
585-325-2889
Camp Eastside
1835 Fairport Nine Mile Point Rd., Penfield
585-341-4030
Camp Glacier Lake
4965 County Rd. 16, Canandaigua
585-396-8770
Camp Gorham
265 Darts Lake Rd., Eagle Bay
315-357-6401
Camp Northpoint
249 North Greece Rd., Hilton
585-784-3800
Camp Thunderbird
The Rochester Location is TBD for 2026, call for updates
585-877-0509
Camp Watson Woods
9620 Dry Run Rd., Painted Post
607-962-0541
Before and After School Program Offices
1851 Fairport Nine Mile Point Rd., Penfield
585-341-4010
Irene Skalny Child Care Center
1835 Fairport Nine Mile Point Rd., Penfield
Skalny Childcare Center at Schottland Family YMCA
2300 West Jefferson Rd., Pittsford
585-446-2080
Westside Child Care Center
920 Elmgrove Rd., Rochester
585-341-3278
Mickey Sands Child Care Center
351 North St., Canandaigua
585-396-8700
YMCA of Greater Rochester – Association Office
100 Chestnut St. Ste. 901, Rochester
585-546-5500
MUSEUMS & DESTINATIONS
*CORNING MUSEUM OF GLASS
1 Museum Way, Corning
607-937-5371
Corning Museum of Glass is known as the world’s best glass museum.
*GENESEE COUNTRY VILLAGE AND MUSEUM
1410 Flint Hill Rd., Mumford
585-538-6822
GEORGE EASTMAN MUSEUM
900 East Ave., Rochester
585-327-4800
Founded in 1947 as an independent nonprofit institution, GEM is the world’s oldest photography museum and one of the oldest film archives.
HERSCHELL CARROUSEL FACTORY MUSEUM
180 Thompson St., North Tonawanda
716-693-1885
The Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum, operated by the Carousel Society of the Niagara Frontier, is a premier national historic site and community resource for family recreation and learning that fosters an appreciation for the unique heritage of the carousel and related industries in the Niagara Region.
*ROCHESTER MUSEUM & SCIENCE CENTER
657 East Ave., Rochester
585-271-4320
The Rochester Museum & Science Center in Rochester is dedicated to community education in science, technology, and local history. The museum also operates the Strasenburgh Planetarium, located next to the museum, and the Cumming Nature Center, a 900-acre nature preserve near Naples, NY.
*STRONG NATIONAL MUSEUM OF PLAY
1 Manhattan Square Dr., Rochester
585-263-2700
The Strong National Museum of Play offers a variety of camp experiences designed to engage curious minds and active bodies. Whether it’s the excitement of summer or the much-needed break during the school year, the Strong’s museum-based camps provide children to discover, create, and explore through the power of play.
MUSIC LESSONS
*BACH TO ROCK PENFIELD MUSIC SCHOOL
2160 Penfi eld Rd. Penfi eld
Parkside Commons
585-364-3766
Our music school is the destination for aspiring musicians, vocalists, songwriters, and DJs. We help students of all ages and all skill levels tap into their creativity and passion for music. From all-star performers to budding musicians, we have programs for all.
*EASTMAN COMMUNITY MUSIC SCHOOL
10 Gibbs St., Ste. 321, Rochester
585-274-1400
The Eastman Community Music School offers music lessons, ensembles, classes, and workshops to community members of all ages and backgrounds.
*THE HOCHSTEIN SCHOOL
50 N. Plymouth Ave., Rochester
585-454-4596
hochstein.org
The mission of The Hochstein School is to provide people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities with access to excellent music and dance education in a community that nurtures and encourages personal achievement.
*KANACK SCHOOL OF MUSICAL ARTISTRY
2077 S Clinton Ave., Rochester
585-244-6910
Creative educational systems in a warm, disciplined, and non-competitive environment.
*SCHOOL OF ROCK
235 High St. Extension Ste. 4, Victor
585-400-7625
schoolofrock.com/locations/rochesterny
PEDIATRIC MEDICINE
ELMWOOD PEDIATRICS
919 Westfall Rd. Bldg A, Ste. 105, Rochester
585-244-9720
GENESIS PEDIATRICS
900 Elmgrove Rd., Rochester
585-426-4100
OAK ORCHARD HEALTH
300 West Ave., Brockport
585-637-3905
PANORAMA PEDIATRIC GROUP
961 Panorama Trl S., Rochester
585-381-4848
SCHOOLS/EDUCATION
*ALLENDALE-COLUMBIA SCHOOL
519 Allens Creek Rd., Rochester
585-381-4560
*FRANK DIMINO CASA ITALIANA
4245 East Ave., Rochester
585-389-2468
naz.edu/casa-italiana/childrens-programs
*THE CHARLES FINNEY SCHOOL
2070 Five Mile Line Rd., Penfield
585-387-3770
The Charles Finney School is a private Christian school in Rochester that is accredited by the
Association of Christian Schools International and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
EDUCATION SUCCESS FOUNDATION
4 Lake View Park, Rochester
585-484-1105
educationsuccessfoundation.org
Education Success Foundation equips our community’s children to succeed in school and in life. Through our EnCompass and Norman Howard School programs we reach over 2,400 Rochester-area students.
ENCOMPASS RESOURCES FOR LEARNING INC.
16 Lake View Park, Rochester
585-266-7277
educationsuccessfoundation.org/encompass/familynavigation
Family Navigation is a free and voluntary program designed to help families to support their children’s success at home, in the community, and at school.
ENCOMPASS FUTURE READY
16 Lake View Park, Rochester
585-261-3166
educationsuccessfoundation.org/encompass/future-ready
EnCompass Future Ready is enrolling Rochester students grades six to 12. This FREE, safe, and enriching afterschool college and career-readiness program takes place four days per week on EnCompass’s Lake Ave. campus.
GAMETIME TUTORING
Amy Mealey
THE GOW SCHOOL
2491 Emery Rd, South Wales, NY
716-652-3450
*THE HARLEY SCHOOL
1981 Clover St., Rochester
585-442-1770
HILLEL COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL
191 Fairfield Dr., Rochester
585-271-6877
HOPE HALL SCHOOL
1612 Buffalo Rd., Rochester
585-426-0210
*MCQUAID JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL
1800 S. Clinton Ave., Rochester
585-473-1130
THE NORMAN HOWARD SCHOOL
275 Pinnacle Rd. Rochester
585-210-4721
585-334-8010
Students at The Norman Howard School are offered a truly unique academic experience, enriched by hands-on learning, activities, friendships, community events, supports, and an atmosphere of acceptance.
*OUR LADY OF MERCY
1437 Blossom Rd., Rochester
585-288-7120
*ROCHESTER CHILDFIRST NETWORK
941 South Ave., Rochester
585-473-2858
Rochester Childfirst Network is a not-for-profit agency dedicated to advancing the quality of early education and care.
ROBERTS WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY
2301 Westside Dr., Rochester
800-777-4792
*SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOL
165 Rhinecliff Dr., Rochester
585-473-6604
SCOUTING
*BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA SENECA WATERWAYS COUNCIL
2320 Brighton-Henrietta Townline Rd., Rochester
585-244-4210
Seneca Waterways Council, BSA, serves more than 6,000 youth in Ontario, Wayne, Seneca, Yates, and Monroe Counties.
*GIRL SCOUTS OF WESTERN NY
Multiple locations
1-888-837-6410
Girl Scouts builds girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place
*GIRL SCOUTS OF NYPENN PATHWAYS
960 James St. Second Floor, Syracuse
315-698-9400
SHOPPING
CRICKET ON THE HEARTH
900 Panorama Trail S., Rochester
585-385-2420
Cricket on the Hearth sells swing sets and play equipment for children of all ages.
EASTVIEW MALL
7979 Pittsford Victor Rd., Victor
585-223-4420
Eastview is a super-regional shopping center located less than a mile off NY State Thruway Exit 45 and Route 490. The mall is located near the Finger Lakes wine region, the second largest wine producing region in the US.
FISHER PRICE
636 Girard Ave., East Aurora
716-687-3300
Catch a glimpse of the historic headquarters when you visit the Toy Store to shop for Fisher-Price baby gear and toys.
HOBBY HOUSE TOYS
3349 Monroe. Ave. #38, Rochester
7979 Pittsford Victor Rd., Victor
7 Jordan St., Skaneateles
THE MALL AT GREECE RIDGE
271 Greece Ridge Center Dr., Rochester
585-225-1140
PANACHE CONSIGNMENT BY NATALIE RAE
1855 Monroe Ave., Rochester
Brighton Commons
585-473-5343
pa********************@gm***.com
Shop two stores—Panache Clothing is the perfect place for moms to catch up on shopping. Panache Home is the place to shop when decorating any style home (kids too!). Looking for a
change? Consign women’s luxury fashions and furniture/dècor with Panache too!
PITTSFORD PLAZA
3349 Monroe Ave., Rochester
585-225-1140
Pittsford Plaza is a regional upscale shopping destination that
provides a unique selection of merchandise for all.
STEVER’S CANDY
623 Park Ave., Rochester
585-473-2098
SPECIAL NEEDS SERVICES
*AUTISMUP
50 Science Pkwy, Rochester
585-248-9011
AutismUp offers year-round innovative social clubs, sensory exploration classes, personal fitness, and recreation programs for individuals ages three-plus of all abilities. There is the Center for Community Transition for ages 18+. Winter programming runs January 14 to March 30.
COBBLESTONE ARTS CENTER
1622 Route 332, Farmington
585-398-0220
*CAMP EAGR
Rochester Rotary Sunshine Camp
809 Five Points Road, Rush
585-442-4430
*CAMP GOOD DAYS CNY REGION
356 N. Midler Ave., Syracuse
315-434-9477
campgooddays.org/regions-central-ny
*CAMP GOOD DAYS ROCHESTER
1332 Pittsford-Mendon Rd., Mendon
585-624-5555
*FAMILY AUTISM CENTER/CAMP PUZZLE PEACE
1100 Goodman St., Suite #103, Rochester
585-371-5018
GIGI’S PLAY HOUSE
372 N. Goodman St., Rochester
Village Gate Square
585-563-7487
Gigi’s offers direct educational, therapeutic and career building programs to individuals with Down syndrome, their families, and the community.
ROCHESTER ACCESSIBLE ADVENTURES
1650 South Ave, Ste. 200, Rochester
585-491-6011
RA*@Ro***************************.org
RochesterAccessibleAdventures.org
RAA’s DirectConnect is perfect for families looking for opportunities that are disability inclusive. RAA works with rec centers, camps, libraries, and more to help them be accessible, welcoming programs. Parents love finding something we can all do together!
THEATER
*A MAGICAL JOURNEY THRU STAGES, INC.
West Herr Performing Arts Center
875 East Main St., Suite 380, Rochester
585-935-7173
Stages provides high-quality theater training and premiere performance opportunities for youth ages six to eighteen, in a supportive team environment. There are season shows, summer/ school break camps, improv troupes, open mic nights, and tech/theater workshops.
*BEST FOOT FORWARD
100 Cobblestone Ct. Dr., Victor
585-727-2438
*GEVA THEATRE CENTER SUMMER ACADEMY
75 Woodbury Blvd., Rochester
585-232-4382
*MT ED (MUSICAL THEATRE EDUCATION)
4785 Lake Ave., Rochester
585-802-1902
*OFC CREATIONS THEATRE CENTER
3450 Winton Place, Rochester
585-667-0954
OFC Creations LLC’s (Opportunities For Creativity) mission is to give artists of all ages an opportunity to explore and push their creative limits.
*TERRY FYKES MAIN STREET PLAYERS
585-455-5050
ma*******************@tf*********.com
The Main Street Players are about creating connections and collaborating through the art of storytelling. Our inclusive experience offers performers of all ages an opportunity discovering their theatrical skills.
*TYKEs: THEATER YOUNG KIDS ENJOY
TYKEs is honored to rank as the #1 children’s theatre, #1 in arts education, and one of the TOP 5 favorite places in town to bring kids.
Now in its twenty-first season, TYKEs captivates families with beloved plays and musicals brought alive on stage by adult professional actors.
TYKEs strives to inspire an appreciation of the arts, literary awareness, and social skills while teaching key life lessons.
Performances, school field trips, after-school classes and summer camp take place in the warm, welcoming Hart Theatre at the JCC in Brighton.
1200 Edgewood Ave., Rochester
jccrochester.org/arts/tykes
WELLNESS/METAL HEALTH
THE COUNSELING CENTER AT JFS ROCHESTER
441 East Ave., Rochester
585-506-3060
jfsrochester.org/the-counseling-center-at-jfs
The Counseling Center at JFS Rochester provides a range of evidence-based models to support the mental health and well- being of individuals, children, and families in our community, across the lifespan regardless of age, race, faith or circumstance.
JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES
255 East Avenue Suite 201, Rochester
585-461-0110
JFS Rochester provides comprehensive support for individuals and families across the lifespan throughout the greater Rochester community.
SOULSHINE HEALING AND WELLNESS CENTER
40 Clinton St. Brockport
585-797-9417
Soulshine, the manifestation of local nurse practitioner Shari Hogan, is a wellness studio located on the Erie Canal in the village of Brockport.
ZOOS/ANIMALS
BACKYARD BARNYARD
6765 Mount Morris Nunda Rd., Mount Morris
585-689-1420
Ba********************@gm***.com
BUFFALO ZOO
300 Parkside Ave., Buffalo
716-837-3900
HIDDEN VALLEY ANIMAL ADVENTURES
2887 Royce Rd., Varysburg
585-535-4100
Visitors will be treated to breathtaking views, unique dining, and guided bus tours—or you can choose a drive-through experience in the sixty-plus-acre animal park to see animals such as camels, zebra, llama, emu, bison, and much more.
*FOXHALL FARM TRAINING & SALES
585-259-9516
LAZY ACRE ALPACAS
8830 Baker Rd., Bloomfield
585-455-1203
*LOLLYPOP FARM
99 Victor Rd., Fairport
585-223-1330
*SENECA PARK ZOO
2222 St. Paul St., Rochester
585-336-7200
Seneca Park Zoo inspires our community to connect with, care for, and conserve wildlife and wild places.
*SUNSET VIEW CREAMERY
4970 Co Rte. 14, Odessa
607-594-2095
This article originally appeared in the Winter 2026 issue of (585) Kids.
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