Check out these events happening in and around Rochester, that make it a better place to live:
ROCtoberfest 5k Run/Walk:
When: Saturday, October 10th 9am
Where: Genesee Valley Park
What: Now in it’s 8th year, this festive, kid friendly 5k run/walk benefits local charities. Lederhosen is strongly encouraged and the race is followed by a post race beer party featuring Strangebird.
More Information: CLICK HERE
Flapjack Benefit Breakfast:
When: Saturday, October 17th from 8 to 10am
Where: First Baptist Church of Penfield, 1862 Penfield Rd
What: Enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast served with pure maple syrup and all the trimmings- proceeds go directly to help support the Penfield Ecumenical Food Shelf- providing emergency food for residents in Penfield including families of students in Penfield Schools.
More Information: CLICK HERE
Al Sigl Walkabout:
When: Sunday, October 18th, 8:30am
Where: Eastview Mall
What: The Al Sigl Community of Agencies annual Walkabout- featuring a mall wide walk and costume contest. Dress up, enjoy treats and cheer on friends of all ages and abilities in the costume contest. Registration begins at 8:30 with the walk starting at 9. The Al Sigl community supports more than 55 thousand children and adults with special needs in our community.
More Information: CLICK HERE
20th Annual Empowering Women Luncheon:
When: Wednesday, October 7th from 12 til 1:30pm
Where: Riverside Convention Center
What: Serving as a major fundraiser for YWCA of Rochester and Monroe County, the theme for this years luncheon is “Serving Strength. Building Futures.” Tennis icon and entrepreneur Venus Williams is the keynote speaker. All monies raised will help YWCA continue to expand critical supportive housing, in-home community care services and its specialized workforce development program.
More Information: CLICK HERE
Blood Crisis! Red Cross Needs Your Blood Now:
When: Ongoing
Where: See link below for locations
What: The American Red Cross is in the middle of one of its worst blood donation shortages ever. For only the second time in history, they’ve declared a “national blood crisis,” dropping to a four year low. All blood types are needed now- especially type O. Donate now through October 18th and you’ll receive a $15 e-gift card to a merchant of your choice.
More Information: CLICK HERE
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