585 magazine

05/20/2025

Humor columnist Taylor Terrance never fails to make readers laugh. Read about the unusual hazards of owning a business with your sister. Read her latest column in our May/June issue.

Illustration by Lissa Mathis.

05/17/2025

Happy birthday to the Erie Canal! Deena Viviani wrote a great article about the small canal towns that make the (585) special. Read her article in our May/June issue available on newsstands now.

Photo by Duncan Hay

05/16/2025

Our editor has lived here for twenty-five years. She never ate a garbage plate until writer Sarah Killip fed her one at Vasko's on Park. And there were also burgers, fries, and milkshakes—oh my!

Read Killip's fabulous article about Vasko's in our latest issue.

Story and photos by Sarah Killip.

05/15/2025

You do not want to miss this special episode! Christine, Nick, and Jess talk to Kendrick Foxx about film, cryptids, and the Rochester film industry.

🚨 CROSSOVER ALERT! 🚨
Get ready for a Terrifyingly Terrific ride in the 585!

🎙️ Hosts Nick Koziol, Christine Smith & Jess DeCotis join forces in this special episode featuring creative powerhouse Kendrick Foxx — a small-town Alabama native turned L.A. filmmaker, now chasing dreams (and cryptids 👀) right here in Rochester.

From building studios in Henrietta to a chilling Dogman encounter in the Finger Lakes, Kendrick brings a mix of Hollywood hustle, paranormal passion, and local pride that’ll leave you inspired… and maybe a little spooked. 🐺🎬

💥 Don’t miss this wild blend of storytelling, suspense, and creativity!

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts!

05/13/2025

New podcast alert!

In this episode of That Sounds Terrific in the (585), Nick and Christine sit down with author, educator, and literacy advocate Clianda Florence, the powerhouse behind Let’s Get L.I.T. and Strength 2 Say. Listen to this inspiring conversation and share with friends and check out Sarah Mead's article about Clianda in our March/April issued and on our website.

05/09/2025

It's the first day of the Lilac Festival! What is your favorite part of this special Rochester event?

05/05/2025

It's only fitting that we showcase a local designer since it is Met Gala Day! Ryan is eleven and already a true fashion icon. Head over to the website or pick up a copy of our latest issue to learn all about Ryan's journey.

Photos:Greg Hollar Projects Photography
Story: Laura DiCaprio
Models Ruby B. & Arwen G.: Mary Therese Friel, LLC

05/02/2025

If you're planning on coming to our next happy hour on Tuesday, be mindful of Fairport road closures due to construction! Refer to this map when planning out your route.

05/01/2025

We can't wait to see you there!

05/01/2025

Mark your calendars for our Hot Off the Press Happy Hour! Make sure to make note of the parking info for the venue.

04/30/2025

"Fifteen miles on the Erie Canal . . ."

Welcome to the small town celebration issue!

Cover watercolor by Sandra Charlap

04/28/2025

PROJECT RESTOURATION is a five-year, $65 million initiative to revive the West-Herr Performing Arts Center just in time before its 100th anniversary in 2030. Read more about the project by visiting 585mag.com.

Writer: Jinelle Vaiana
Photo provided