Name: Writing the Words They Erased at Irondequoit Public Library
Start: 2026-10-06
End: 2026-10-06

"Pane Vino" which means bread and wine in Italian offers contemporary Italian Cuisine in a rustic Tuscan setting on the Genesee River. Walking distance to all downtown hotels and Convention Center. Free valet parking available. Enjoy your meals on our tree-topped courtyard with weekly live music. Dinner hours: Sunday 3-9pm, Monday-Thursday 5-9pm, Friday 5-10pm and Saturday 4-10pm. Lunch hours are Thursday and Friday, 11:30am-3pm.

Pane Vino On the River

Founded in 1929, The Little Theatre is the premier cultural center for the presentation of American independent, international, and classic films — as well as music and visual arts — for the greater Rochester community. The Little has five screens, plus a café. Also, their popcorn is magic.

The Little

The 9-day Rochester International Jazz Festival is one of the world’s leading jazz festivals. From legendary performers and familiar favorites to rising stars and new discoveries, this Festival navigates all genres of creative improvised music from all corners of the world and brings together unique musical sounds from many countries, and highlighting international artists' take on the only true American art form - jazz. The 9-day multi-dimensional nine-day festival is held in downtown Rochester, NY in 20 venues, all within walking distance and presents more than 1500 artists performing in 320+ shows. The festival features: Headliner Series Club Pass Series of 220+ shows, 100+ free shows and events Workshops for music students Nightly jam sessions See the full schedule and more at RochesterJazz.com

CGI Rochester International Jazz Festival

Welcome to RoCoCo Café. Our team is obsessed with brewing regionally roasted coffees that will make your day — whatever time of day that is. Your first morning sip. A mid-day break. Your late afternoon pick-me-up. Whether you grab and go or sit and savor, our goal is to wake up your taste buds, lift your mood, and brighten your spirit.

RoCoCo

La Bola by Avvino serves lunch, dinner and cocktails. An updated menu and hours can be found here: https://www.avvinorochester.com/labola

The Mercantile on Main

We’re not just a breakfast, lunch, dinner, happy hour & late-night business. The Mercantile on Main is a curated collection of some of the best food and drink this town has to offer. The Mercantile on Main features seven kitchen vendors, offers a cashless environment and was created with social distancing in the forefront of our design. The Mercantile on Main is a hub at the corner of Clinton and Main where business gets done, friendships are fueled and people have fun. Frenchman Street LaBola Red Zone Pizzeria RoCoCo Café Rooteins Seasons' Noodles https://www.sibleysquareroc.com/sibley-square-rochester-ny/mercantile Visit The Mercantile On Main at 240 East Main Street, Rochester NY 14604

Welcome to Red Zone Pizza, where every slice is eye-widening and every bite is a touchdown for your taste buds. Our menu is crafted with the freshest ingredients while focusing on size, flavor, and speed.

Frenchman Street - A taste of New Orleans brought to Rochester. House-smoked meats, po’ boys, gumbo, and more… all paired with warm Southern Hospitality.

Routines take shape by making one conscious decision each day. Let that decision be lunch or dinner with Rooteins! Build-your-own salads are our bread and butter. But don’t worry, we have bread & butter too; with grilled cheese, soups, and more!

Seasons Noodles - Authentic Chinese cuisine in the heart of downtown Rochester featuring the freshest ingredients, delicious handmade noodles, and the family traditions that inspire it all.

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!

Visit Rochester

*Join us for a generative writing workshop against censorship at Irondequoit Public Library!*

This workshop is presented as part of our [Rochester Reads 25th Anniversary](https://writersandbooks.org/rochester-reads/) programming. Participants in this workshop will read excerpts on the subject of censorship from one of our 2026 Rochester Reads selections, Omar El Akkad’s *One Day Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This*.

What is the role of the writer in an era of increased censorship, where the chilling of speech is a central tactic to suppress dissent, freedom, and social justice? Inspired by BELONG by Gianna Stewart this accessible, generative writing workshop invites you to “take back” one or more words on PEN America’s “Banned Word List” and say exactly what it means to you. Whether in poetry or prose, you’ll explore the associations, images, and personal definitions you have for words the powerful want to erase. Led by Tyler Barton, the workshop will include short readings of powerful works of literature that reclaim language, as well as prompts to get you thinking and your pen moving.

This event is organized in partnership with Irondequoit Public Library.

Read more about BELONG by Gianna Stewart, RoCo’s new public artwork, [HERE](https://www.rochestercontemporary.org/exhibitions/belong/)

**ABOUT THE WORKSHOP LEADER**  
**Tyler Barton** is the Artistic Director of Writers & Books and the author of Eternal Night at the Nature Museum and The Quiet Part Loud. He has taught writing to children, high schoolers, college kids, library patrons, incarcerated individuals, nursing home residents, and new immigrants. He directs the Joe Flaherty Legacy Writing Workshops for Writers & Books and co-founded Fear No Lit with the artist Erin Dorney. Learn more at tsbarton.com.

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