Rochester arts awards will honor many for contributions to city life
Staff reports 8:02 a.m.
ROCHESTER - The city will celebrate its burgeoning arts scene Monday at the Rochester Arts Awards. The awards celebration will highlight the outstanding work of Rochester artists and arts groups who have contributed to the city's artistic and cultural offerings. The following businesses and individuals will be honored for their efforts. Artisan Gallery for opening a new gallery in downtown Rochester, Studley's Flower Gardens for downtown beautification, Rochester Main Street for the Festival of Trees event, Curlie's Comedy Club for bringing new entertainment to Rochester, Maple Street Magnet School for the "Discover Rochester" project, Rochester Social Club for supporting the arts through volunteerism, Strafford Wind Symphony for entertaining Rochester residents for many years, The Governor's Inn for the Murder Mysteries, Rochester Opera House for the new downtown Performance & Arts Center, HRCU for donating to the arts, and finally a special award will be given to Ralph DiBernardo from Jetpack Comics for his contribution to arts and entertainment efforts, and People's Choice nominations. The event will be held on at The Governor's Inn at 78 Wakefield St., beginning at 5:30 p.m. The public is invited.
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