Health + Wellness

The Gift of Eyesight

How Two Rochester Doctors Help Patients See Their Best Article by Suzie Wells | Photography by Submitted When Dr. Sarah Klein joined Dr. Earlene Siebold’s private ophthalmology practice, it wasn’t just a career move—it was a partnership built on shared purpose, preserving and restoring the “gift of eyesight.” After a decade at the University of Rochester’s Flaum Eye Institute, Dr. Klein, an optometrist specializing in primary eye care and ocular disease, was drawn to Dr. Siebold’s unique...

Life + Culture

Illuminating the Season

Neighbors Turn Holiday Cheer into Acts of Giving Article by Katrina M. Randall | Photography by Submitted The holidays mean many things to many people—family gatherings, festive parties, delicious food and drink, and, of course, giving. But “giving back” can take many forms. For some, it’s donating warm clothing or pantry items to those in need. For others, it’s volunteering time, sharing kindness, or finding joy in the simple act of giving. Sometimes, the greatest holiday joy comes from...

Local Services

Heart of the Community

How Rochester Businesses Turn Success into Service Article by Suzie Wells | Photography by Submitted Across the Greater Rochester region, many businesses are proving that giving back is just as important as doing business. From supporting veterans and uplifting neighbors in need to investing time, talent, and resources in local causes, these companies show that community service isn’t just good practice—it’s part of what makes a community thrive. Their stories remind us that generosity takes...

Arts + Culture

Finding Healing Through Movement

Gracious Dance Inspires a Cycle of Giving and Hope Article by Sarah Keeler | Photography by Submitted; Erich Camping As a teenager, Rebecca Phelps found healing in a dance studio. Now 28, the Rochester native helps fellow trauma survivors find hope, healing, and community through the art of movement. Her organization, Gracious Dance, launched in 2019 and specializes in therapeutic dance and movement programs for survivors of interpersonal violence. “Dance was my safe space growing up,” says...