#123 What's New With BOIR This Week

Don't miss these 3 Black-owned businesses + Rochester's can't miss events 🔥

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Happy Thursday and Happy Black Women’s History Month!

Speaking of being a 4 season girlie, I don’t think I need them to all happen in the same week lol. The Fake Spring did hit though. I was out soaking in the sun and enjoying the breeze. But the switch of today for the next week just feels like betrayal even though I knew it was coming lol. Did you fully embrace the delusion? hit reply and let me know… its me on the other side!

Enough about me…Let's get this party started!

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  2. H2H Facility Services – Commercial CleaningLearn More

  3. Pure Studio LLC/ Klawz By K – Nail SalonLearn More

📅 Don't Miss These Events

I spent a good part of last week looking for and adding events to the site calendar so here are a few that I found. Rahchacha is waking up!

🛼 Adult Skate Night @ Willie W Lightfoot R-Center
When: Wednesdays, 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Multiple dates: March 11, 18, 25; April 8, 15, 22)
Where: Willie W. Lightfoot R-Center, 271 Flint St, Rochester, NY
What: Roll into fun with great music and conversations while skating with peers 18+! Bring your own skates and get ready to groove.
Cost: Free
Link: More details →

🍀 Rochester, NY St. Patrick's Day Parade
When: Saturday, March 14, 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Where: Rochester (starts at East Ave. & Alexander St.)
What: Join this cherished annual tradition celebrating Irish heritage with a lively community parade! The festivities begin at 12:30 PM and march down Main Street.
Cost: Free
Link: More details →

📚 Book Lover's Bliss Book Fair – Day 1
When: Saturday, March 14, 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: ARTISANworks, 565 Blossom Rd, Rochester
What: RocOnly's 3rd Annual literary celebration featuring local authors, small businesses, and pure book magic! Browse stories and discover amazing reads.
Cost: $12
Link: More details →

📖 Book Lover's Bliss Book Fair – Day 2
When: Sunday, March 15, 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: ARTISANworks, 565 Blossom Rd, Rochester
What: Continue the literary magic on day two! More local authors, small businesses, and book discoveries await bibliophiles.
Cost: $12
Link: More details →

🌿 Ink + Alchemy: Books & Plants – Themata
When: Saturday, March 21, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Culver Road Armory, 155 Culver Road, Rochester, NY
What: A magical indoor market combining plant sellers, book vendors, and botanical goods! Discover houseplants, rare plants, books, zines, and green-inspired treasures from local makers.
Cost: Free
Link: More details →

🛍️ The Great New York State Flea at the Public Market
When: Sunday, April 19, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Where: The City of Rochester Public Market, 280 N Union St, Rochester, NY
What: Rochester's largest community garage sale extravaganza! Hunt for treasures from furniture to jewelry, collectibles to artwork - all in one amazing location.
Cost: Free
Link: More details →

📚 Independent Bookstore Day in Rochester, NY
When: Saturday, April 25
Where: Various independent bookstores throughout Rochester, NY
What: Celebrate local bookstores with special events and discoveries! Visit amazing spots like Noire Reading Room, Ampersand Books, and The Unreliable Narrator for bookish adventures.
Cost: Free
Link: More details →

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