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The whole town's invited: Rochesterfest celebrating families Wednesday night

The whole town's invited: Rochesterfest celebrating families Wednesday night

It's family night Wednesday at Rochesterfest.

An evening of music, activities and giveaways runs from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on the grounds of Soldiers Memorial Field Park in Rochester. 

The stage lineup includes performances from talented basketball players, a children's band and Rochester's Children's Dance Theatre. The Rochester Fire Department will be on hand to offer demonstrations for the kids.

According to organizers, boys and girls bikes from WalMart will be randomly given away. Click here for a full list of Rochesterfest events.


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