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This cafe with a covered terrace offers delicious soups, salads & Greek plates made with natural ingredients.

What is Aladdin's?

100

The Memorial Art Gallery’s largest annual fundraiser and biggest celebration of the arts for more than 60 years.

What is the Clothesline Art Festival?

100

Believed to have been built in 1792, this historic house in Brighton, NY, served as a home, farm, and tavern. It was a gathering spot for early settlers and remains a reminder of the area’s rural roots.

What is the Stone Tolan House?

100

Established in 1873, the non-profit organization supported solely by private donations is committed to building lifelong bonds between people and animals through education, community outreach, and the prevention of cruelty.

What is Lollypop Farm, the Humane Society of Rochester?

100

This "Boogie Nights" actor was born in Rochester, NY.

Who is Phillip Seymour Hoffman?

200

This longtime watering hole in a historic building in Fairport, NY offers American fare, beer, and cocktails, plus sports on TV.

What is the Village Inn?

200

Where more than 1,500 artists perform in more than 300 concerts over this 9 day festival at both public outdoor stages and ticketed indoor venues in Rochester.

What is the Rochester International Jazz Festival?

200

Established in 1838, this Rochester location is the final resting place of many notable figures.

What is Mt. Hope Cemetery?

200

Located in Rochester, NY and incorporated in 1999, this rescue group is named in honor of a scruffy and matted gray pup who was scheduled for euthanasia at City Animal Control.

What is Duffy's Friends?

200

This well-known Rochester native is famously linked to titles like, "Headknocker," "Fool For You Anyway," and "Say You Will"?

Who is Lou Gramm?

300

Located at 186 Atlantic Ave in Rochester’s arts neighborhood.

What is Three Heads Brewing?

300

This Rochester event features free ice skating and skate rentals, a unique Shopping Village, fire pits with outdoor seating, and hand-crafted goods.

What is ROC Holiday Village?

300

This unique venue, located in a former warehouse, features rotating art exhibits, interactive installations, and works by local and international artists.

What is Artisan Works?

300

This non-profit, dedicated to improving the lives of homeless community cats in Western NY, uses the life-saving TNVRM program to reduce stray populations and manage colonies humanely, while creating safe havens through partnerships with local businesses.

What is Neighborhood Cats Network?

300

This well-known Rochestarian was born in Irondequoit, NY and eceived a Grammy Award nomination in 2017 for Best Contemporary Instrumental Album for his solo project "Way Back Home".

Who is Steve Gadd?

400

Once a century-old packaging center, this 9,200 square foot space was transformed into a beer destination in 2012.

What is the Genesee Brew House?

400

It's the acronym for this local festival that has featured acts such as JPP, LRS, and JYFT.

What is FMF?

400

Founded in 1949, this museum is the world’s oldest that is dedicated to photography and film.

What is the George Eastman Museum?

400

A not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing the resources necessary to enable Rochester Animal Services to more effectively serve the public.

What is Verona Street Animal Society?

400

This actor hailing from Rochester is known for his role in "Jackie Brown".

Who is Robert Forster?

500

Home of the Compost Plate, Lentil Loaf and Buddha Bowl.

What is the Red Fern?

500

In 2024, this festival located in Palmyra, NY charged a $5 entrance fee to benefit Honor Flight Rochester.

What is The Purple Painted Lady Art Festival?

500

Designed by Frederick Law Olmsted, this Rochester park is famous for its extensive collection of over 500 varieties of flowering shrubs, with a festival held each spring to celebrate them.

What is Highland Park?

500

This non-profit dog rescue from Rochester, NY works with high-kill shelters, homeless dogs, and owner surrenders. Piper and Tash were rescued through this organization.

What is K9 Orphans?

500

This "3rd Rock from the Sun" actor was born in Rochester in 1945.

Who is John Lithgow?