Special Events
Directly below are special events or classes. For recurring events and meetings, please scroll to the Recurring Events section
On-Bike Smart Cycling Class
Saturday, September 27th, 10 am - 12:30 pm
1115 E Main St, Door 4
Free
A Reconnect Rochester event. Many people like the idea of biking more, but they don’t feel safe mixing it up with cars. In this class, students will learn the rules of the road and proper roadway position.
The class will use classroom learning, drills, and a short group ride navigating different traffic scenarios. Bike tunes-ups are available.
From Windows to Wildflowers: Making Homes, Yards, and Community Spaces Safer for Birds
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Irondequoit Public Library Room 114/115
Free
Join us for a presentation and discussion on creating bird-friendly spaces. Learn how architecture and landscape choices can support local bird populations, especially now during fall migration - from window design that prevents collisions to native plantings that provide food and shelter. We will learn from Dr. Richard Fadok, one of the founders of the Smash the Crash ROC, an initiative to end bird-window collisions in Rochester, and June Summers, president of the Genesee Valley Audubon Society.
This session will offer practical tips, ideas, and discussion focused on making our built environments safer and more welcoming for birds. This event is organized by Color Irondequoit Green and hosted by the Irondequoit Public Library (IPL). Please contact IPL to request accomodation.
Recurring Events
These events recur on a regular basis. Scroll up for Special Events.
CIG Monthly Meeting
Monday, September 8th , 7 – 8:30 pm
In person: Irondequoit Public Library, 1290 Titus Ave, rm 212
Virtual: Zoom link
At this meeting, we will discuss our group’s work, share volunteer opportunities, and hear ideas or feedback from newcomers.
Next meeting:
October 6th, 7 - 8:30 pm
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
Wednesday, September 10th, 7 pm
Irondequoit Public Library, 1290 Titus Ave, rm 212
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
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
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.