Name: Rochester Children and Teen Book Festival
Start: 2026-11-07
End: 2026-11-07

Good Smoke BBQ was founded in 2006 in a bid to destroy the competition in our first KCBS Professional BBQ Competition. Well we didn't destroy the competition but we did ignite a love affair with barbecue and a need to perfect every aspect of our cooking. We have been lucky to have had many successes on the BBQ circuit these past years and look forward to continuing to feed our customers in the restaurant, through takeout and catering orders. Founded by Rochester natives Brian and Kelly Wemett.

Good Smoke BBQ

Kodak Center is a public gathering place for entertainment and events conveniently located minutes from downtown Rochester with more than 1,000 available parking spaces. The 1,968-seat theater hosts a variety of large-scale, national touring concerts, comedy, theatre, family and film shows, as well as community events such as recitals, competitions and graduations. The facility also offers multiple event spaces available to rent for any private occasion, such as meetings/conferences, wedding/galas, birthday/anniversary parties and fundraisers. Learn more about booking and rental opportunities at https://www.kodakcenter.com/p/book. View the current schedule of upcoming entertainment and events at https://www.kodakcenter.com/events.

Kodak Center

Since 1958, Fabulous Flowers has been Rochester, NY's leading flower and gift shop for occasions throughout Monroe County. Family owned and operated by the Dougherty's, the shop boasts a talented staff of award-winning designers. Fabulous Flowers is located at 217 West Ridge Road across from Eastman Business Park.

Fabulous Flowers and Gifts

Serving hungry Rochestarians since 1967, Charley Brown's provides comfort and happiness in a casual and warm environment. We strive to impress our customers by giving them the highest degree of service possible while satisfying their tastes at fair and reasonable prices.

Charley Browns Restaurant

We provide boat rentals, buy, sell, service boats. We also provide dock slips. You can visit us at https://www.southbaymarinany.com.

South Bay Marina

New York Museum of Transportation offers fun for the whole family featuring a 2-mile round trip trolley ride, unique in New York State. Historic vehicles, model railroads, the Midtown Plaza Monorail, and numerous exhibits bring transportation history to life. Special events are offered throughout the operating season, and a gift shop meets the needs of kids and adults alike.

New York Museum of Transportation

Savor classic American cuisine in a casual and comfortable setting.

Images Restaurant & Bar

Modern twist on the typical sports bar located in the Cannery of Fairport, NY. We offer plenty of craft cocktails, a variety of over 60 canned beers ranging from IPAs, Ciders, Seasonals, Domestics and a few Non-Alcoholic beers. We try to keep the lists of cocktails and beers fresh and current with what is popular in western New York. Being in the Cannery we wanted to only serve canned beer based on the history of the area and this being the original canning factory. The name Tin Cup Social was a combination of this historical fact mixed with one of the greatest golf movies ever made, Tin Cup, and our motto when putting everything into this project, "just go for it". The food concept we wanted was that of a food truck style menu; we wanted to offer food that was simple but easy to share rather than be a typical sit-down dinner type of restaurant. Our current menu consists of Burgers, Tacos, Wings, Pretzels just to name a few as well as daily specials. We are always trying to expand our drink and food selections to meet the demand of our customers. Fairport has been very welcoming to us, and we look forward to being a part of this community for many years to come.

Tin Cup Social

A local neighborhood favorite in modern farmhouse digs. Not just crepes, The Heroux Family offers progressively traditional comfort food using scratch-made ingredients the whole family will enjoy. In addition to the main dining rooms, this location boasts a lush outdoor garden patio plus a full spirits and coffee bar with comfy lounge seating. Indoor event spaces are available for meetings and private gatherings featuring beautiful barnwood detailing, giant barn doors and warm fireplace.

Simply Crepes Webster-Penfield

Greece Ridge is a premier shopping, dining, and entertainment destination just seconds off Route 390. Anchored by popular retailers including JCPenney, Target, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Boscov’s, Barnes & Noble, Marshalls, Burlington, and Goodwill, the property offers a diverse national retail mix. Guests can relax and enjoy sit-down dining options including BTB Wood Fired Pizza Bar & Grill, Red Robin, Taichi Iron BBQ Grill & Bar, Sogo Sushi & Hibachi, Hot Pot 585, or a quick bite in the Food Court. For family entertainment, Apple Cinemas provides a modern movie experience with luxurious seating and state-of-the-art screens.

The Mall at Greece Ridge Center

Rochester, NY, is the third-largest metropolitan area in New York State, nestled along the southern shore of Lake Ontario. With a proud sports tradition, Rochester is home to iconic teams like the Rochester Red Wings (MiLB), Rochester Americans (AHL), Rochester Knighthawks (NLL), and Flower City Union (NPSL). Our vibrant sports culture thrives across all levels, from youth clubs and high schools to elite collegiate programs, creating a strong, year-round foundation for athletic excellence.

The Rochester NY Sports Commission champions Monroe County through the power of sports tourism. By attracting championships, invitationals, and tournaments across a wide range of disciplines, we help fuel the region’s economy and enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors alike. Each year, Rochester welcomes a growing roster of sporting events, showcasing our top-tier facilities, supportive community, and dedication to teamwork on and off the field.

We invite event organizers, rights holders, and sports professionals to discover why Rochester and Monroe County are ideal destinations for your next competition or tournament. Let’s play in Rochester!

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The Rochester Children and Teens Book Festival (RCTBF) has been a treasured annual event for the Rochester community and beyond. With over 50 authors and illustrators from picture books through teen- attendees can meet and purchase signed copies, attend panel discussions and book related craft and story time, along with food trucks, face painting and more! Highlighted authors include A. S. King, Karina Yan Glaser, James Ransome, Kate Messner.

Rochester Children and Teen Book Festival

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