Special Events
Directly below are special events or classes. For recurring events and meetings, please scroll to the Recurring Events section
Irondequoit Rain Barrel Building Workshop
Thursday, April 23
7 - 8 pm
Irondequoit Public Library
Join local stormwater consultant, Caroline Kilmer, for an informative workshop on the benefits of installing a rain barrel at your home. Learn how rain barrels can help conserve water, reduce stormwater runoff, and protect and improve local water quality. All tools and materials will be supplied at the workshop. Organized by Color Irondequoit Green in partnership with the Irondequoit Conservation Board.
Registration required. The cost to attend is $25 payable at the workshop by cash or check. Thanks to Color Irondequoit Green for subsidizing the cost to attend and the Conservation Board for providing barrels.
The Irondequoit Public Library is committed to creating inclusive and accessible events. To request a reasonable accommodation or discuss your needs, please contact one of our Inclusion Coordinators or call the library at 585-336-6060.
CSA Annual Summit, “Energy: The Ability to Do Work”
Friday + Saturday, April 24-25
Rochester Riverside Convention Center
Day 1 Keynote Address by Nate Hagens: Energy Blindness and the Economic Superorganism
Day 2 Keynote Address by Kristy Drutman: Community Is a Power Source: Finding Your Path in Uncertain Times
Panel discussion: “What is the work that needs to be done to make our grid work for the future?” Also, networking opportunities, sector specific breakout discussions, PowerUp Fair, and meals provided.
Click through for full line up and ticket options.
Irondequoit Electronic Recycling Events
Saturday, April 25, June 27, Sept 26, Nov 7
8 am - 12 pm
Irondequoit DPW
2629 E Ridge Road
The town’s first of four DPW Electronics Recycling Events is coming up next month on April 25th. Irondequoit residents are welcome to drop off items that Saturday from 8:00am-12:00pm at the Irondequoit DPW Facility come rain or shine.
Build a Better Irondequoit: Workshop on Advocating for Inclusive Housing
Thursday, April 30
5:30 - 7:30
Irondequoit Public Library
Free pizza!
Do you want to help create a more accessible community with a greater variety of housing options in the Rochester area?
Join us for a free workshop on public advocacy for more inclusive and attainable housing! This event will empower you to advocate for change, specifically focusing on increasing "missing middle" housing density and creating stronger, walkable neighborhoods in both the city and suburbs.
This workshop is sponsored by Color Irondequoit Green, ERASE, Walk Bike Irondequoit, and HIPP in the belief that our community should be accessible for everyone, from teachers and business employees to young families and retirees.
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First Annual Native Plant Sale
Saturday, June 6
10 am - 1 pm
Buckland Park, Brighton NY
1435 Westfall Rd
Info@colorbrightongreen.org
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Buy native plants grown locally straight from local growers!
What you'll find: native plant growers, community gardening organizations, sustainability groups, and educational presentations.
Recurring Events
These events recur on a regular basis. Scroll up for Special Events.
Consolidated Event Calendar
Check out upcoming Accelerator and select member/community organization events, accessible through the consolidated calendar. It is a community-wide calendar of climate-related events!
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Walk Bike Meeting
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Check Facebook page for meeting info: https://www.facebook.com/groups/517011380418121
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Irondequoit Public Library, 1290 Titus Ave, rm 212
Irondequoit Farmer's Mark
​Discover a lively shopping experience filled with homegrown and handmade goods that showcase the heart of our community.
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Upcoming dates:
January 22nd: Bridal Themed Market
February 26th: Carved and Crafted Woodwork Themed Market
March 26th: Wellness Themed Market
April 23rd: FURever Themed Market (Please note - for this market ONLY leashed pets are welcome.)
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Town Hall Campus
25 Kings Highway N
Behind the library
Regenerative Futures Lab
One 90-minute meeting per month on the 2nd Thursday of the month, rotating between 5:30 – 7 pm and 12 – 1:30 PM
Hybrid sessions: in person and online
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The Regenerative Futures Lab, a project of the Genesee-Finger Lakes Climate Collective, is a shared space for rethinking the mental models that keep climate and social issues in place. Explore how participation in the extractive economy contributes to harm, and discover concrete ways to opt out and reinvest in a regenerative future.
Everyone is welcome, no matter what shade of green you are. Creating a healthier, more equitable, and regenerative future requires all hands on deck, with contributions from every sector and demographic group. For those who will be participating in person, an optional potluck will be part of the gathering—feel free to bring a dish to share!
Color Your School Green Monthly Meeting
Monthly meeting for anyone interested in the Color Your School Green network of school- or school district-based teams working to advance climate solutions.
See https://www.climategfl.org/color-your-school-green for more information).
Anyone is welcome to attend. Email brady@climategfl.org for more information.
Repair Cafe
Every month, the first and third Saturday, 1 - 4 pm
123 Caroline St, Rochester
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Join the international movement to reclaim, restore, and reuse electronics, bicycles, clothing, toys, appliances, furniture, and more!
Contact swmrepaircafe@gmail.com or text (585) 478-1817 for information.
Climate Citizens Lobby Monthly Meeting
Join CCL for our monthly meeting on the second Thursday of each month. Catch up on the latest climate news and find out how you can take action now!
You must be a member of CCL to attend. If you're not, you can sign up here: https://citizensclimatelobby.org/chapters/NY_Rochester/
Contact nyrochester@citizensclimatelobby.org for more information.