Volunteer opportunities for retirees | Beyond the Nest (Rochester)

Rochester Museum & Science Center (RMSC)

Immerse yourself in the incredible world of science, history, space, and nature. Follow your curiosity from the depths of our lakes to the edge of the universe. Participate in classes, camps and events for all ages. All at the RMSC Museum & Science Center, the RMSC Strasenburgh Planetarium, and the RMSC Cumming Nature Center.
657 East Avenue
Rochester , NY , 14607
Phone: 585.271.4320
43° 8' 59.5068" N, 77° 35' 22.632" W

Seneca Park Zoo

Seneca Park Zoo inspires our community to connect, care for, and conserve wildlife and wild places. Situated on 15.5 acres along the Genesee River, the Zoo is a gem among Greater Rochester’s family attractions.
2222 St. Paul Street
Rochester , NY , 14621
Phone: 585-336-7200
43° 11' 48.7356" N, 77° 37' 2.8704" W

OFC Creations Theatre Center / Old Farm Cafe

OFC Creations (Opportunities For Creativity) continues to enhance the arts throughout the Rochester area for all ages. Through shows, unique events, and educational classes - OFC is committed to giving back to our next generation. In summer 2020, OFC opened a brand new theatre in Brighton, the OFC Creations Theatre Center. The new OFC Creations Theatre Center (3450 Winton Pl, Rochester, NY 14623), opened in July 2020, is a multi-purpose arts center focused on youth theater education and performances, mounting professional plays and musicals, hosting community events, presenting out-of-town entertainers, and providing much-needed performance space to local arts groups. The center offers classes in acting, singing, and dancing; school field trips and tours; community events; and theater camps during summer and school. OFC runs ROC Summer Theatre Experience: The largest theatre summer camp program in upstate NY.
3450 Winton Place
Rochester , NY , 14623
Phone: 585-667-0954
43° 5' 50.3196" N, 77° 34' 42.9564" W

New York Museum of Transportation

The New York Museum of Transportation is unique among Western New York's museums. In Rush, just 20 minutes from Rochester, the museum features vintage trolley cars, highway and horse-drawn vehicles, a steam locomotive, several model railroads, photos, exhibits, gallery, and gift shop. Relive holiday memories with the Midtown Plaza Monorail on display! Rides are included with admission on the only electric trolley line in New York State. No reservations needed except for certain special events. Open Sundays only.
6393 East River Rd
W. Henrietta , NY , 14586
Phone: (585) 533-1113
43° 1' 0.2136" N, 77° 42' 35.262" W

Blackfriars Theatre

Blackfriars Theatre is a mid-sized professional theatre that has entertained audiences for 73 years in downtown Rochester, New York. Our mission is to enrich, entertain and inspire our community through exceptional theatrical arts while engaging local talent.
795 East Main Street14605
Rochester , NY , 14605
Phone: 585-454-1260
43° 9' 36.9612" N, 77° 35' 26.808" W

Rochester Broadway Theatre League (RBTL) - West Herr Auditorium Theatre

RBTL presents Broadway productions, concerts, comedians, family shows and other entertainment at Rochester's West Herr Auditorium Theatre.
West Herr Auditorium Theatre 885 East Main Street
Rochester , NY , 14605
Phone: Tickets: 585-222-5000
43° 9' 38.6676" N, 77° 35' 19.1724" W

Penfield Players

The Penfield Players is open to anyone who has an interest in theater, whether it be acting or other aspects of production such as costumes, makeup, lighting, or set design & construction. Current members reside throughout Monroe County and beyond.
1985 Baird Road
Penfield , NY , 14526
Phone: (585) 340-8655
43° 8' 14.5212" N, 77° 27' 52.7904" W

Roc Holiday Village

Roc Holiday Village is New York’s favorite winter festival! The enchanting village captures the spirit of the season in downtown Rochester with free ice skating & skate rentals, free visits and photos with Santa, free kids crafts, food trucks, indoor and outdoor bars, explore the village activities, holiday celebrations, unique shopping village and so much more! Admission is free. There's fun for everyone at Roc Holiday Village!
353 Court St
Rochester , NY , 14604 43° 9' 12.51" N, 77° 36' 6.2784" W

Greece Baptist Church

Greece Baptist Church has been serving the Greece community and surrounding areas for over 200 years. We look forward to meeting you soon.
1230 Long Pond Road
Rochester , NY , 14626
Phone: 585-225-6160
43° 12' 43.272" N, 77° 41' 38.4288" W

George Eastman Museum

The George Eastman Museum is located in Rochester, New York, on the estate of George Eastman, the pioneer of popular photography and motion picture film. Founded in 1947 as an independent nonprofit institution, it is the world’s oldest photography museum and one of the oldest film archives. The museum holds unparalleled collections—encompassing several million objects—in the fields of photography, cinema, and photographic and cinematographic technology, and photographically illustrated books.
900 East Avenue
Rochester , NY , 14607
Phone: 5853274800
43° 9' 10.008" N, 77° 34' 48.4356" W

Golden Link Folk Singing Society

The Golden Link Folk Singing Society has been the driving force behind bringing excellent folk, roots, blues, bluegrass, and other acoustic-oriented music to the Rochester, NY area for over 45 years. Founded in 1971, the Golden Link Folk Singing Society is dedicated to presenting, promoting, and preserving folk music in the Rochester area. Golden Link is a volunteer-operated and member-supported 501(c)3 not-for-profit arts, cultural, and educational organization.
PO Box 92398
Rochester , NY , 14692
Phone: (585) 857-9265
43° 5' 7.89" N, 77° 35' 51.936" W