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Chi Gung/Definition

Chi Gung, Chi Kung, or QiGong (Pronounced "Chee Gung") is an alternative medicine. The word comes from the Chinese words "Qi" meaning "Energy" plus "Gong", meaning "work" or "practice". 1 It is a term that describes a Martial-Art related Chinese Exercise system the focuses on cultivating and attracting “Chi”, "Qi" or "lifeforce" energies and is a unique Chinese exercise system. Through individual effort, practitioners build up their health and prevent illness by combining discipline of mind, body and the body's “Chi” or "Qi" (vital force). This practice includes "regulating the body" through posture, "regulating the mind" through quiet, relaxation and concentration of one's mental activity," regulating the breath", self-massage and movement of the limbs. Chinese Chi Gung has been practiced with a recorded history of over 2,000 years. Some divide Chi Gung into "Medical", "Martial", or "Spiritual" categories depending on the purpose of the practice. Within China, qigong is generally practiced in two major categories, "still" and "moving". "Still" qigong lays emphasis on quiet, motionless meditation, generally employing methods of internal concentration and regulation of breathing. It is often known as internal qigong. "Moving" qigong involves movement of the limbs and body under the conscious direction of the mind, and since the movement is expressed externally, it is also known as external qigong. See also: Qigong on Wikipedia Fitness Suite 101 QiJong and Cancer from VA University Health System ChiGung.com 1definition provided by Karen Holmes

Out of Pocket Productions

2010 Production Poster Out of Pocket Productions was founded in 2009, see below for 2010 performance "Founded by Irondequoit actress Stephanie Roosa, Out of Pocket Productions staged A.R. Gurney’s Love Letters at Mcquaid Jesuit High School on Feb. 13-14, 2009" New in 2010: Joseph Fisher's Cupid & Psyche, Proceeds to Gilda's Club of Rochester and Avon Walk for Breast Cancer Show dates are: Thur 4/15 at 7:30 pm, Fri 4/16 at 8pm, Sat 4/17 at 8pm, and Sun 4/18 at 2pm. Location: McQuaid Jesuit High School at 1800 S. Clinton Ave, Rochester, NY 14618 (near the corner of S. Clinton and Elmwood). Tickets are $20 adults and $15 student/seniors. - Info from an email, and a blog on Rochester's Democrat & Chronicle

Christopher Bevans

Christopher Bevans is a noteworthy clothing designer who grew up in Rochester, NY. "Christopher apprenticed at the tailoring house through high school, studied fashion at the prestigious Fashion Institute of Technology in New York and was later employed by a variety of eminent designers to work towards his dream of launching his own line, which took place in Spring 2007. Prior to Spring 2007, this award-winning designer was Design Director for Nike’s Blue Ribbon Sportswear label in Portland, Oregon and also designed for urban fashion heavy hitters Sean John and Rocawear in New York City." 1 Notes and References Bio Info Forbes.com June 2004 Info on BreadAndButter.com 1BrandBible on BreadAndButter.com

Dana Miller

Dana Miller was elected in November, 2005 to a four-year term as one of the City of Rochester's five at-large Councilmembers. A life-long resident of Rochester, Dana attended Rochester City Schools and graduated from Jefferson High School in 1974. He received an A.A.S. degree from Monroe Community College in 1976 and began working full-time at Xerox Corporation. Dana continued his studies at the University of Rochester's Simon School where he met the requirements for a Bachelor's degree, and then graduated with an M.B.A. in 1989. He held a variety of management positions at Xerox in engineering, documentation, strategy, information systems, software development and left Xerox in 2007. He is currently VP, Development at the Rochester Area Community Foundation. Dana has been active in numerous volunteer activities for almost 30 years including 2 terms as President of the 19th Ward Community Association, President of the NBN Sector 4 Common Council, Chair of the City Planning Commission, member of the City Environmental Commission, Vice President of Greater Rochester Fights Back. Dana is also a member of the board of directors of the Sector 4 Community Development Corporation, and Unity Health Systems. Dana, his wife, Freda and their children live in the City's Historic 19th Ward. 19th Ward Dana was a member of the City's "South River Corridor Committee" in 1983 which proposed many changes to the east and west banks of the Genesee River. One major change was to redevelop the area at Genese Street and Brooks Ave. He has been working ever since to complete the Brooks Landing Development. Brooks Landing

Joanie Laurer

The Ninth Wonder of the World Joanie Marie Laurer (December 27, 1969 -) is an American actress and retired professional wrestler who was born in Rochester, NY. A former bodybuilder, she is best known for her appearances with the World Wrestling Federation between 1997 and 2001, where she was known as Chyna. She is nicknamed "The Ninth Wonder of the World" (with the eighth wonder being wrestler André the Giant). Joanie Laurer trained at Killer Kowalski's wrestling school in Salem, Massachusetts. She debuted in 1995 and worked for various independent promotions as Just Joanie and Joanie Lee. Her career reached new heights when she joined the World Wrestling Federation in 1997; she was called Chyna from then on. Her signature wrestling moves included: Jackknife Powerbomb (release powerbomb) Pedigree (double underhook facebuster) Sleeper slam Gorilla press slam Handspring back elbow Kneeling low blow (from behind) Ms. Laurer is the only woman to have held the WWE Intercontinental Championship (which she held three times) and the first woman to hold a WWE Championship. She was the first woman to compete in the Royal Rumble match and King of the Ring tournament. Before joining the WWF, Laurer held the International Wrestling Federation Women's Championship. Ms. Laurer was also recently seen on Season 4 of The Surreal Life. She has been involved with previous WWF Wrestler Sean Waltman.

Cultural Festivals

The following local Festivals celebrate one culture that is part of our diverse community: Carifest - August Festa Italiana - July Finger Lakes Celtic Games and Festival - May Greek Fest - August India Fest - September International Food and Crafts Festival - Hamidiye Academy, June Macadonian Ethnic Festival - July Native American Dance & Music Festival - July Oktoberfest - September Polish Arts Festival - St. Stanislaus, August Puerto Rican Festival - August Rochester Deaf Festival - June Rochester Greek Festival - May Rochester Celtic Festival - September Turkish Art and Folk Festival - September Ukrainian Festival - August

Conesus Lake

Conesus Lake is the westernmost of the Finger Lakes and located 25 miles south of Rochester accessible from I-390 south exit at Route 15 south. Route 20A runs across the Northern end of the lake in the hamlet of Lakeville. From the Seneca name meaning "Always Beautiful." The lake is eight miles long and one mile wide at its widest point, has a maximum depth of 65 feet,1 and a volume of roughly 43 billion gallons. Notes and References Wikipedia Article - inlcudes information about VHS fish disease outbreak. Conesus Lake, photos and description on the commercial website NYFalls.com (Rochester based) Conesus Lake Association - Geneseo College - aerial photos and lot of information on this site Conesus and Hemlock Lakes on the Livingston County website. 1http://www.conesuslake.org/about_lake.htm

Booksmart Studio

Booksmart Studio is an art studio that specializes in producing artwork - whether it is in print or book form - utilizing digital printing. The result is a fine edition book sold in collaboration with exhibits in galleries and museums. Booksmart's facility is located in the Anderson Arts Building in the Neighborhood of the Arts. It is 8500 square feet including two galleries, a bindery, a retail store, digital printing studio, and a classroom for workshops in color management, digital printing, and software training. Founder Eric Kunsman has a background in Book Arts and Printmaking. He has an MS in Electronic Publishing from RIT's School of Print Media Sciences, as well as degrees in Biomedical Photography and Fine Art Photography from RIT's School of Photographic Sciences. He is also a practicing photographer. Digital printing lab manager Kory Gunnarsen is well-known for his prior work at Lumiere Photo. He received a BFA in Professional Photographic Illustration from RIT. His work may be viewed here.

Campus Crusade for Christ

Campus Crusade for Christ (CCC) is a worldwide, interdenominational Christian ministry committed to showing people how they can know and experience God's plan for their lives. CCC is present here in Rochester on nearly all major campuses including student-led groups at: Rochester Institute of Technology- RIT Campus Crusade for Christ University of Rochester St. John Fisher College- Fisher Christian Fellowship Monroe Community College SUNY Brockport Roberts Wesleyan College Rochester Campus Crusade for Christ also has a weekly Friday night bible study called METRO that welcomes students from all area campuses to participate. Rochester Campus Crusade for Christ - Official Site

Eastman Dental Center

The Eastman Dental Center, part of the University of Rochester Medical Center (abbreviated URMC), has developed more than 30 community outreach programs to help those who may not otherwise have access to dental care. Their services, for both children and adults, include dentistry, orthodontics, oral surgery, and dentofacial orthopaedics. Through their work, they help to eliminate disparities in dental care. Locations and Phone Numbers University Dental Faculty Group Clinton Crossings 341-7177 2400 S. Clinton Avenue Building H Clinton Crossings Craniofacial Diagnostic Imaging 427-2510 2400 S. Clinton Avenue Building H Eastman Dental Center 273-1913 625 Elmwood Avenue Strong Memorial Hospital 275-7978 601 Elmwood Avenue Ambulatory Care 4-0369A Clinical Teaching Program Eastman Dental Center 275-5051 625 Elmwood Avenue Strong Memorial Hospital 275-5531 601 Elmwood Avenue Ambulatory Care 4-0369A Community Outreach Downtown Health Care Center 263-6599 Mt. Morris Center 243-7407 School #17 Dental Center 436-8123 SMILEmobiles I, II, and III 275-5007 Hillside Children's Center 256-7894 Specialty Clinics Developmentally Disabled Clinic 760-6050 Monroe Community Hospital | 435 E. Henrietta Road Temporomandibular Joint Disorders Clinic 275-5051 Eastman Dental Center | 625 Elmwood Avenue

Eastman School of Music Bookstore

The Eastman School of Music Bookstore is the bookstore of the Eastman School of Music. Located in the East End, it is run by Barnes & Noble and also open to the general public. In addition to textbooks, books about music, and CD's, they also sell Eastman and UR memorabilia, electronics and computer supplies, and dorm room essentials. The main University of Rochester Bookstore is located in Upper Mount Hope adjacent to the Medical Center.

Eastridge High School

Eastridge High School is part of the East Irondequoit Central School District. Located on East Ridge Road, near Interstate 590, a Wegmans and a Regal Movie Theater, it was once known for having the highest suspension rate in Monroe County. This is less of an issue today, as it employs a number of security guards, particularly after a series of bomb threats in 2002. Its football team had a reputation for weak performance, but the team bucked this trend in 2003, when they won Section 4 Divisionals. The Music Department, currently headed by Mr. Hoffman, Mr. Facklam (as of 2003) and Mr. Messmer, has preformed very well in state wide marching band competitions, and continues its drive for excellence. Eastridge uses the Illinois Math Program instead of the New York State Standard; when the graduating class of 2003 went to take entry exams to colleges inside NYS, many of them had to retake classes. This issue is as of yet unresolved. Eastridge Musicals are extremely well done and were recognized in RBTL's (Rochester Broadway Theater League) stars of tomorrow in which in 2006 their show Crazy For You recieved 7 nominations including Outstanding Musical and Most recently in 2007 Thoroughly Modern Millie which recieved 6 nominations including outstanding Musical.

Empty Closet Newspaper

The Empty Closet is New York State's longest continually published LGBTQ newspaper. It was founded in January 1971 at the University of Rochester by a student group called the Gay Liberation Front and is now published by the Gay Alliance of the Genesee Valley. The GAGV is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advocate, educate and celebrate the lives of LGBTQ people, allies and their families. A list of distribution locations is available here.

Empire Academy of Combat Sports and Fitness

From the website: "Located in Rochester, we are one of Upstate New York's most successful Mixed Martial Arts academies. Whether your goals are competing in combat sports, self-defense, or just fitness, the Empire Academy of Combat Sports and Fitness has something to offer you. Empire Academy offers training in judo, Sambo, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), No-Gi Grappling, Boxing, kickboxing (all rules), Sanda, and Miletich Fighting Systems Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). This training can be participated in for competitive development, recreation, or fitness. All classes take into account the special needs, limitations, and strengths of the individual participant. Each participant can expect to receive individual attention and instruction from the coach each class."

Eastman School of Music

Eastman School of Music, located on Gibbs Street in the East End, is a part of the University of Rochester. It is a world-renowned music school that often holds free world-class concerts. Even if they're not free, they often cost as little as five or ten dollars. Concerts vary widely; for classical enthusiasts there are endless options. The Ying Quartet, winners of a Grammy for best crossover classical album, is in residence at Eastman and gives several concerts a year. The vast majority of the musical performances take place in Kilbourn Hall, the Eastman Theater or the new Hatch Hall. The jazz program at Eastman is arguably one of the best in the world and the school is a sponsor of the annual Rochester International Jazz Festival. Eastman is also known internationally for its promotion of new music and world music. Check out Musica Nova and Ossia concerts for new music. For world music, look up the world music concert series. Visit the concert calendar website for a complete listing of all upcoming events. Definitely check this place out; the students and faculty are really passionate about what they do here and are some of the best in the world at it. The ESM also sponsors the Eastman Community Music School which provides music instruction to non-academic students of all ages. The ESM used to be one of the co-producers of the Image, Movement, Sound festivals. See Also: Eastman School of Music Bookstore Meliora Challenge Sibley Music Library

Flying

Flying has its possibilities in the Rochester region. Rochester is a great place to learn to fly. We have the convenience of the close-in and full service Greater Rochester International Airport and training airspace close to the airport. Airports Rochester (KROC) — The Greater Rochester International Airport. Brockport (7G0) - Ledgedale Airpark Buffalo (KBUF - Buffalo Niagara International Airport Canandaigua (D38) - Canandaigua Airport Batavia, NY (KGVQ) — Genesee County Airport Le Roy (5G0) - Le Roy Airport Za LIST: New York Airfields List Other: Abandoned and little-known airfields of the Rochester area. Businesses near ROC Air Venture Aviation (BAD WEBSITE ADDRESS) is the other flight school located at Rochester airport, with a fleet of four or five aircraft. Artisan Flying Club — A small flying club of Rochester area pilots. New members are welcome, especially current or prospective flight students. Artisan Flying Club is incorporated in New York State as a not-for-profit corporation. Members, through the club, own (4) four well equipped IFR certified Piper aircraft and emphasize aviation safety, education and participation. All planes are based at Rochester International Airport (KROC) in individual T-hangars. As a tower-controlled airport, KROC is well suited to the capabilities of the club's aircraft. 76% of current Artisan members hold Instrument Ratings. Most members joined before they earned their advanced ratings. Some members joined as student pilots. Rochester Air Center is the largest flight school located at the Rochester airport. With a fleet of fourteen aircraft, they also offer aircraft rental. Rochester Flying Club is a not-for-profit flying club with a three-aircraft fleet, based at the Greater Rochester International Airport. All three aircraft are well equipped and maintained, and IFR certified. Members can use club aircraft for flight training, local flights, or long distance flying. Other: Airdale Flying Club is a non-profit flying club located at the Genesee County airport in Batavia, NY. The club operates three Cessna aircraft. Regional The National Soaring Museum is one hundred miles south of Rochester, in Elmira, NY. Upstate List is a frequently-updated calendar of Upstate NY aviation-related events, and a repository of links to relevant websites.

Foxy's

Foxy's is a topless club pretty far off the beaten path. Dancing starts at 4 p.m. Fridays and 5 p.m. the remainder of the week. There is a $5 cover after 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. The kitchen is open Monday-Saturday, and the food is both edible and reasonably priced. When the kitchen is closed, a couple of area pizza joints seem more than happy to deliver. The clubs marketing slogan in radio ads for many years was "Where girls from your neighborhood strip." Assuming that your neighborhood includes one of Rochester's many college campuses, the advertising is truthful.

Freewheelers

Freewheelers is a bike shop in Upper Mount Hope, close to the University of Rochester. They sell bikes and accessories and perform maintenance, repairs, and other services. They are an authorized Fuji retailer and have a wide array of Fuji bikes (Road and MTB) on display. Many cycling accessories are in stock, from seats to helmets to fenders and everything in between. They also offer free tuning for life on bikes purchased there.

Gates Chili Federal Credit Union

The Gates Chili Federal Credit Union is a credit union primarily serving the Western side of the Rochester area. They began as a school-based credit union but have since expandeded to cover the broader Gates-Chili community. They utilize ATM's locally provided by Advantage Federal Credit Union, ESL Federal Credit Union, Family First Federal Credit Union, Reliant Community Credit Union, Summit Federal Credit Union, Xceed Financial Credit Union, and others.

City Living Sundays

City Living Sundays is a consortium of area lenders, neighborhood associations, private businesses, the Greater Rochester Association of Realtors, the Landmark Society of Western NY, Rochester City School District and the City of Rochester with the goal of marketing Rochester’s homes while promoting the unique advantages of city living. At the annual City Living Sundays events, home shoppers can attend a “neighborhood city living expo,” participate in an informational seminar and select from the more than 100 houses to visit that will be open for sale each week in the area of the event. One-stop home buying information booths are staffed by knowledgeable lenders, Realtors, school district personnel, and bilingual staff who can provide facts, offer advice or answer questions about all aspects of home purchase and ownership, as well as about specific homes to be open for inspection that weekend. Neighborhood residents are on hand to describe unique qualities of their part of the city. Visitors can register to win promotional items and tickets from Rochester’s favorite hometown sports teams: the Red Wings, Amerks, Rhinos and Knighthawks! At the home buying seminars, bankers, Realtors and attorneys discuss the entire home buying process and visitors can find out about City housing grants. Representatives from the City School District participate in the seminars to provide information on local schools. Fact sheets, pictures and tour maps of the properties are provided at the information sessions for the open houses. Prospective homeowners can also "preview" the neighborhoods to be featured each Sunday by taking free tours of city neighborhoods, offered by the Landmark Society of Western N.Y. The bus tours highlight neighborhood amenities and resources, ranging from schools and shopping districts to historic sites and places of worship. 2010 The 2010 annual celebration of city lifestyles, neighborhoods and home ownership will took place Sunday, March 21, 12 noon – 4 p.m., at East High School, 1801 E. Main St., for the city’s east area neighborhoods, and Sunday, March 28, 12 noon – 4 p.m., at Theodore Roosevelt School 43, 1305 Lyell Ave., for the city’s west area. March 20. A bus tour of the city’s west neighborhoods will be offered on Saturday, March 27. Call 546-7029, ext. 10, for more information and reservations. Participating lenders were: Citizens Bank, CNB Mortgage, ESL Federal Credit Union, First Niagara, HSBC, KeyBank, M&T Bank and Nothnagle Home Securities.

James G. Cutler

James G. Cutler was a local architect who also served as mayor of Rochester from 1904 to 1907. He was succeeded by Hiram Edgerton. He was best known further afield for inventing the mail_chute. He designed the William S. Kimball Tobacco Factory on Court Street (1880) and the Cutler Building, located on the corner of East Avenue and Stillson Street (1896). He also designed the Elwood Building, located on the northeast corner of Main Street and State Street, and built in 1879. Sadly, the Elwood Building, which was known for its patented mail chute designed by Cutler and its stone gargoyles perched along the roofline, was demolished in 1967. The University of Rochester's Cutler Union was named for him in recognition of his generous gifts.

Harris RF Communications

Harris Communications is an international communications and information technology company serving government and commercial markets in more than 150 countries. They are based in Melbourne, Florida, but the headquarters of their RF Communications Division is here in Rochester, in the Culver/University/East neighborhood. The building was formerly the Selden Motor Car Company factory and still has an elevator bearing the Selden name. Today this is the site of the manufacturing and development of Harris's military radios. In 2010 they purchased a large Xerox building in Henrietta.

Harley School

Harley School is a private high school established in 1917 in Rochester with its current campus in Brighton on the Pittsford town line. The day school offers: "... a college preparatory program for approximately 500 students in Nursery through 12th grade. Our rigorous academic programs and exceptional fine arts curriculum are coupled with unique offerings (hospice, glass making, chess, robotics), a commitment to community and international service, and a nurturing environment for students." 1 See a more detailed discussion on About Us. Notes and References Wikipedia Article GreatSchools.net Listing and Reviews Collection of Harley Student Poems on GardenOfSong.com

Healing Haven Massage and Wellness/Amy Warcup

Amy Warcup graduated from the Utah College of Massage Therapy in 1998, and she has been a Licensed Massage Therapist in New York State since 1999. She holds a Master of Arts degree in the history of Chinese medicine from SUNY Empire State College. Amy has advanced training in Shiatsu from the Ohashi Institute and has completed two internships in China in TuiNa massage. She has led a group study tour to China, where massage students learned about Chinese healing practices. She also has additional training in Therapeutic Touch and Qigong. She most recently studied the Tao Mountain method of Traditional Thai Massage, and she is completing her certification in Integrative Reflexology. Amy currently teaches full-time in the Therapeutic Massage Program at Finger Lakes Community College and is in private practice at Healing Haven Massage and Wellness. If you are interested in scheduling an appointment for Shiatsu, Thai Massage or Reflexology you may call Amy at 585-507-0741