Rochester's 175th birthday bash begins with New Year's Eve bonfire (Rochester Democrat and Chronicle)
Mayor Robert Duffy unveiled a "One City, One Future" celebration campaign on Thursday. The mayor said the slogan was "a reflection of the legacy of our people and their hard work for the past 175 years."

Havard Elementary celebrates 10 years (North Channel Sentinel)
Back in 1995, plans for a new elementary school in Galena Park in response to the rapid growth on the city’s north side. Three years later, the school opened its doors bearing the name of one of the community’s most honored citizens, James B. Havard.

Rabbi Scolnic celebrates 25 years at Temple Beth Sholom (Jewish Ledger)
HAMDEN -- On Saturday evening, Nov. 22 at 7 p.m. Temple Beth Sholom will honor Rabbi Benjamin Scolnic in celebration of his first 25 years as spiritual leader.

Celebration of Seagrove Potters: Cooperating artists create shared works (Asheboro Courier-Tribune)
SEAGROVE — The Celebration of Seagrove Potters will open with a Gala Preview on Friday evening, Nov. 21, at 6:30 p.m.

Celebrating 15 years (Coast Reporter)
The Sunshine Coast Dance Society (SCDS) is celebrating its 15th anniversary as a charitable organization, and what better way to celebrate than with a Celebration of Dance.