August Featured Artist: Taylor Fourt

Meet the Artist Friday, Aug. 2. Crossroads 10 am – 4 pm Taylor Fourt is a green-thumbed artist with dirt under her fingernails. Her gouache and oil paintings are recognized for their charm, whimsy and spirit; they may illustrate complex regenerative agriculture systems, or simply rejoice in the meditation of colors, form and composition. She … Read more

February Featured Artist: John Raux

World Traveler with Local Roots John Raux was born in Dakar, Senegal but has primarily lived in Kansas City. He studied illustration in Los Angeles at ArtCenter. After college he created a participatory gallery on 18th St. in Kansas City and screamed in the metal band James Dean Trio while working in the construction industry. … Read more

New Year’s Cheers: Embracing Kansas City’s Heart

In the heart of Kansas City, Rochester Brewing and Roasting has woven a four-year tale of exceptional craft beers. As we step into a new year, we seek to grow this communal love of beer beyond our own taprooms. Join us on this exciting journey as we launch our celebratory tapping event at the iconic … Read more

June First Fridays at Rochester

Join us for June First Fridays at Rochester for art, music, free beer samples, food and more! Once again, Rochester is joining our Crossroads neighbors to throw an epic party in our corner of the Crossroads on First Fridays. Live Music Our friends at the Folk Alliance International are hosting True Lions from 6-7 p.m. … Read more

Upcoming Events at Rochester

Upcoming Events at Rochester We are ready to kick off summer with tons of upcoming events at Rochester! From singalongs to yoga to live music, new art and more, you’re sure to find something to do. So gather your friends and join us at one of our upcoming events, designed to bring our community together. … Read more

First Friday New Artist: Jeff Bulcock

First Friday New Artist: Jeff Bulcock We are delighted to welcome local artist Jeff Bulcock’s work to our space for First Fridays. Jeff relocated to the Kansas City area in 1974 with his parents and siblings and has called KC home ever since. He started a remodeling business, Twin Oaks Remodeling, in 1989 and still … Read more

May 5 Finest Folk First Fridays

Rochester kicks off May 5 Finest Folk First Fridays in collaboration with our Crossroads neighbors Folk Alliance International and the Hispanic Economic Development Corporation with a bang! We have an evening of fun and live music planned at various locations throughout the neighborhood. Rochester: Kasey Rausch and Kristin Hamilton Wednesday night regulars Kasey Rausch and … Read more

Feb. 3 First Friday Concert: The Imaginaries, The Country Duo, Kristin Hamilton, Leah Sproul

First Friday Concert Announcement: Please join us at Rochester’s Crossroads location for a special musical event from 6-9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3. Well-known Oklahoma-based band, The Imaginaries, headlines the event. Local favorites The Country Duo, Kristin Hamilton and Leah Sproul will also perform! The Imaginaries Comprised of husband and wife duo Shane Henry (guitar, vocals) … Read more

Official Press Release for Rochester

Rochester Brewing and Coffee Roasting coming to West Crossroads Kansas City, MO 12/28/18 – The West Crossroads can expect a new brewery and coffee roastery in the spring of 2019. Rochester Brewing and Roasting Company has secured their permit to renovate the building at 2129 Washington Street, and plans to begin construction immediately with a … Read more