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When one generation is connected to another through a chain of mentorship, it isn't only technical skills that are conveyed; philosophies and the sparks for independent innovation are passed along as well. This is illustrated in the new edition of the fascinating "Makers and Mentors" series at Rochester Contemporary.
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It seems our culture's fascination with vampires will never vanish. Sure, as far as monsters go, they're of the sexier set. But I personally don't get why something that is a literal and metaphoric leech is so damn attractive. Maybe it's that whole "he's powerful, but he needs me" thing.
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During February and March of 2011, the Regional Gallery Directors' Forum - a loosely organized group of local gallery leaders - initiated "Thaw," a series of exhibits held at more than a dozen participating galleries in the Greater Rochester area. The goal was to celebrate the sweet onset of
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"It is happening again. It is happening again." Whether you're a die-hard David Lynch fan or a virgin to his occult-y oeuvre, head over to the Flying Squirrel Community Space (285 Clarissa St.) on Saturday, February 4, for a 24-hour (and one minute) lock-in "Twin Peaks" marathon. From 6
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The locavore and organic movements are picking up momentum, and you can join in the fun by starting your own backyard garden. Maybe you thought urban gardens were for flowers only, herbs at most. But you too can supplement your diet with produce that you have nurtured from seeds
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A fresh, new month in Rochester brings a host of provocative new shows and exhibitions. Here are a few of the many on my see-it list - for more visit firstfridayrochester.org or search our online calendar at rochestercitynewspaper.com. On Friday, February 3, 6-9 p.m., Visual Studies Workshop (31 Prince St.,
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In a world where the photograph has become perhaps the most ubiquitous and democratic artistic medium, ingenuity of concept and technique tends to stand out. This week, SUNY Brockport will debut an impressive new show entitled "Regarding Place: Photo Media Invitational," with images by nationally respected artists Pinky Bass,
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With all of the mystique and panic surrounding the year 2012, perhaps it's time to gain a little academic clarity on the matter. This week, the Rochester Museum and Science Center "Science on the Edge" lecture series continues with Anthony Aveni, Colgate professor of astronomy and Native American studies,
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For a long time now, captains of industry and their pocket politicians have been playing with our anxieties, our insecurities, and this has resulted in catastrophic world-changing events as well as tragic outcomes on individual levels. The current exhibit at Roberts Wesleyan's Davison Gallery challenges the asleep-at-the-wheel behavior of
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The coffee-drinking experience has become so much more than slamming a cuppa joe to get your morning buzz. You can tailor your waking fuel in so many ways that it often no long resembles coffee. In an age of syrupy-sweet concoctions, Joe Bean Coffee Roasters (1344 University Ave.) offers
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When you get the kids ready to visit the new exhibit at the National Museum of Play this weekend, just try not to sing "We're Off to See The Wizard." On Saturday and Sunday, January 21-22, follow the you-know-what-color brick road to see "The Wizard of Oz" exhibit, where
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Jack Frost is finally settling in here in Rochester, in perfect time for the winter tours of Mount Hope Cemetery to start up again. The monthly tours, which offer a leisurely paced, 60- to 90-minute stroll through the grounds, take place on the third Saturday of each month, beginning
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Whether or not you believe you'll ever be faced with the decision to abort a non-feasible pregnancy, you might take for granted that the option is available to you. Regardless of its legal standing, women in many states still struggle with the availability of this medical service, and to
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is Monday, January 16, and many local institutions and venues will hold commemorations and celebrations to honor the life of the civil rights leader. The hard work is not over, and many continue to be inspired by King's civil-disobedience approach to defy oppression. The
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After Rochesterian and art enthusiast Tippi Watson was introduced to NYC-based graffiti writer and collage artist Damon Johnson, she knew she wanted to expose Rochester audiences to his work. In effect, Watson will present Damon Johnson's show, "Subtle Intentions," at Rochester Contemporary Art Center (137 East Ave.), which opens
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Getting kids into music and dance at a young age can help them in developing confidence, as well as a passion for creative exploration. On Sunday, January 15, bring the little ones to Hochstein's annual Musical Feast event, which this year includes a Musical Mystery Tour at Hochstein School
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The long-awaited - I daresay long-demanded - end of the American occupation of Iraq has recently been announced by our detached leaders, resulting in mixed reactions and dubious expectations from the rest of us. Politics aside, it seems to be an eternal truth that the soldiers themselves are too-frequently
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It finally happened: snow has at last arrived, and it sure does look pretty. But before long, the outdoor environs of Rochester will start to take on a bleak, unappealing appearance, provoking our typical bemoaning of our climate. Those of us anchored to the north for the bulk of
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During your First Friday travels this week, stop by the Hungerford Building for art, food, and an opportunity to benefit a worthy local organization. On Friday, January 6, 5-7 p.m., Crocus Clay Works (Suite 225 in the Hungerford Building, 1115 E. Main St.) will host the annual Winter Warmth
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Roughly a year after Gallery R closed its doors on Park Avenue, Rochester Institute of Technology's graduate-student-run, undergraduate-staffed teaching gallery has opened in a new location in the Neighborhood of the Arts. The College Avenue spot shares an entrance with Lumiere Photo's relatively new digs, adding new interest to
