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02/03/2025

New episode alert! Nick and Christine sit down with Sarah Mead, a passionate storyteller, writer for (585) magazine, and leader in Rochester’s creative scene! 📚🎨

From children’s books to mentoring local writers, Sarah shares how storytelling connects and inspires us all. Don’t miss this terrific conversation! 🎧🔥

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02/03/2025

Picking a wedding dress can be the most important decision in wedding planning. Here are some tips and tricks on how to choose the gown of your fairytale dreams.

Photo: Greg Hollar

02/02/2025

🎙️✨ New Episode Alert! ✨🎙️

On this episode of That Sounds Terrific in the 585, Nick and Christine sit down with the incredible Sarah Mead—a passionate storyteller, educator, and leader in Rochester’s creative community! 📖🎨

From writing for young readers to leading the Rochester Area Children's Writers and Illustrators, Sarah is dedicated to nurturing creativity in the 585. She shares her journey as a children's book author, her work with the Rochester Children's Book Festival, and her love for storytelling in (585) magazine. If you've ever wondered what makes a children's book truly special—or just love a great story—this episode is a must-listen! 🎧✨

🔥 Tune in now and get inspired by Sarah's passion for writing, mentoring, and more

585 magazine

02/02/2025

🎙️✨ New Episode! ✨🎙️

Nick and Christine sit down with Sarah Mead, a passionate storyteller, writer for (585) magazine, and leader in Rochester’s creative scene! 📚🎨

From children’s books to mentoring local writers, Sarah shares how storytelling connects and inspires us all. Don’t miss this terrific conversation! 🎧🔥

01/30/2025

This winter, Rochester will be graced by The Little Mermaid’s Jodi Benson as “Mama Rose” in the production of Gypsy at OFC Creations Theatre in Brighton. Read all about her career journey in our latest issue, and be sure to get tickets for the show running from January 30 to February 16! For more information, visit ofccreations.com/gypsy.

Writer: Sarah Mead
Photos courtesy of Gulf Coast Symphony and Bruce Jaeger Photography

01/29/2025

Welcome to 2025, year of the snake! 🐍 🐍🐍

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01/27/2025

Our interns here at (585) go on to do amazing things! Get to know Mackenzie Reed, Nazareth alumness and former (585) intern, as she debuts her second novel.

Writer: Deena Viviani
Photo: Sarah Killip

01/24/2025

Inspired by the 2020 wave of the Black Lives Matter movement, Jeanne Strazzabosco and Amanda Chestnut created In This Moment, a chapbook celebrating Rochester’s Black leaders and amplifying Black stories. Join them on January 27 at the Dryden Theatre for their first launch and panel of the year, and view digital copies of the chapbook at inthismoment585.org.

01/14/2025

HEY! BIG NEW FROM That Sounds Terrific in the 585 !

That Sounds Terrific is now...That Sounds Terrific in the 585!!! Welcome to our new co-host Christine Green!!!

AND our first episode under our new brand is #115 - Underpants and Overbites with Jackie E. Davis!

This debut episode of That Sounds Terrific in the 585, is a fun and lighthearted episode! Hosts Nick Koziol and Christine Green chat with Jackie E. Davis, the creative mind behind the autobiographical webcomic Underpants and Overbites. Jackie shares her journey as an artist, finding inspiration in everyday life, and how she brings whimsical humor to even the most mundane moments. Whether you’re a fan of Underpants and Overbites or just curious about the creative process of turning life into art, you won’t want to miss this delightful conversation!

01/14/2025

That Sounds Terrific is now...That Sounds Terrific in the 585!!! Welcome to our new co-host Christine Green!!!

AND our first episode under our new brand is #115 - Underpants and Overbites with Jackie E. Davis!

This debut episode of That Sounds Terrific in the 585, is a fun and lighthearted episode! Hosts Nick Koziol and Christine Green chat with Jackie E. Davis, the creative mind behind the autobiographical webcomic Underpants and Overbites. Jackie shares her journey as an artist, finding inspiration in everyday life, and how she brings whimsical humor to even the most mundane moments. Whether you’re a fan of Underpants and Overbites or just curious about the creative process of turning life into art, you won’t want to miss this delightful conversation!

01/13/2025

Who will be joining us tomorrow for Happy Hour?

01/09/2025

Don't miss our Hot off the Press Happy Hour at the gorgeous, glamorous Arbor Midtown!
Mingle with (585) staff, writers, and photographers, and the fascinating people featured in the January-February issue!

And! Get your free copy of (585)!

01/01/2025

Celebrate! 🥂

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12/27/2024

Craving the feeling of the underground yet personal style of a prohibition-era speakeasy? Look no further than Cheshire Lounge! Read all about them in our latest issue.

Writer: Carolyn Sperry
Photo: Renee C. Veniskey

12/25/2024

Happy holidays from our team at (585) magazine to you!

12/23/2024

Some very famous people lived here in Rochester. Phillip Seymour Hoffman and Cab Calloway are just two of the talented people who lived right here in the 585. Check out or feature article in the November/December issue of (585)!

Writer: Sarah Elizabeth Mead

12/20/2024

The 585 has quite the collection of historical homes, and caring for them is no small feat. If home and interior design interests you, you’ll love our latest issue detailing historical homes and their current owners.

Writer: Laura DiCaprio
Photo: Renée Veniskey

12/19/2024

🎁✨ Looking for a last-minute gift? Give them the best give of all, choice! Treat your loved ones to a The Lake House on Canandaigua gift card!

Whether it’s luxury accommodations, lakeside dining, or a rejuvenating wellness spa experience, let them choose their perfect escape.

Stop in to get a gift card or buy online using the linktree in bio.