EVENTS

Find local trainings, community events, and volunteer opportunities to help build a more prepared Rochester.

Events are hosted by Ready Rochester and our partners, and are open to everyone.

If you know of a preparedness-related event that should be listed here, feel free to contact us so we can help share it with the community.

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All Upcoming and Active Events

SKYWARN™ Winter Weather Spotting Training

Date: October 27, 2026
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Host: National Weather Service – Buffalo
SKYWARN NWS Buffalo

Learn how to recognize and report severe weather from the comfort of your home with the National Weather Service’s free virtual SKYWARN® Storm Spotter Training. This online session covers identifying hazardous weather conditions, making accurate storm reports, and helping meteorologists issue timely warnings. No prior experience is required.

AHA CPR & AED Training – Penfield Webster EMS

Date: November 4, 2026
Time: 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Location: Host: Penfield Webster Emergency Medical Services
1585 Jackson Road, Penfield, NY 14526
AHA CPR Training Penfield Webster EMS

Learn lifesaving CPR and AED skills in a hands-on class open to both community members & medical professionals. Optional AHA certification for a small fee.

Build Community, Not Bunkers

Date: November 7, 2026
Time: 9:30 am – 12:30 pm
Location: Abundance Food Co-op, 571 South Ave, Rochester NY 14620
Volunteers work together in a community garden beneath the words “Build Community, Not Bunkers.”

A free, hands-on workshop covering practical emergency preparedness for individuals, families, and communities. Learn how to plan for different types of emergencies and leave with your own personalized preparedness plan.

SKYWARN™ Winter Weather Spotting Training

Date: November 13, 2026
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Host: National Weather Service – Buffalo
SKYWARN NWS Buffalo

Learn how to recognize and report severe weather from the comfort of your home with the National Weather Service’s free virtual SKYWARN® Storm Spotter Training. This online session covers identifying hazardous weather conditions, making accurate storm reports, and helping meteorologists issue timely warnings. No prior experience is required.

SKYWARN™ Winter Weather Spotting Training

Date: November 16, 2026
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Host: National Weather Service – Buffalo
SKYWARN NWS Buffalo

Learn how to recognize and report severe weather from the comfort of your home with the National Weather Service’s free virtual SKYWARN® Storm Spotter Training. This online session covers identifying hazardous weather conditions, making accurate storm reports, and helping meteorologists issue timely warnings. No prior experience is required.

Monthly CERT Meetup

Date: November 18, 2026
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: Host: Ready Rochester
Flying Squirrel Community Space, 285 Clarissa St, Rochester, NY 14608
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CERT alumni welcome to join Ready Rochester members for hands-on skill review and tabletop exercise

AHA First Aid Training – Penfield Webster EMS

Date: November 18, 2026
Time: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Location: Host: Penfield Webster Emergency Medical Services
1585 Jackson Road, Penfield, NY 14526
AHA First Aid Training Penfield Webster EMS

Penfield Webster EMS offers the Heartsaver First Aid course to teach community members how to recognize emergencies, call for help, and provide essential first aid care. The course follows the latest American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines.

AHA CPR & AED Training – Penfield Webster EMS

Date: December 2, 2026
Time: 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Location: Penfield Webster Emergency Medical Services
1585 Jackson Road, Penfield, NY 14526
AHA CPR Training Penfield Webster EMS

Learn lifesaving CPR and AED skills in a hands-on class open to both community members & medical professionals. Optional AHA certification for a small fee.