The StoryCorps MobileBooth opened in Rochester this morning at the Rundel Library. It rained all last night and early this morning, but the showers held off during the opening festivities and the sun even made a few brief appearances.Norm Silverstein, President of WXXI, welcomed the assembled onlookers and told them about the station's celebration of the 25th anniversary of
the NPR News Station, which broadcasts StoryCorps every Friday morning during Morning Edition.Jean Howard, Chief of Staff for Rochester Mayor Robert Duffy, offered a proclamation, declaring July 2, 2009 as StoryCorps Day in Rochester.
Members of the press corps from RNews Cable 9, the Democrat and Chronicle and the local broadcast television affiliates were also on hand to mark the events. And the Po Boys Brass Band made it a real party!
The StoryCorps MobileBooth will be at the Rundel Library through July 25, collecting stories and helping the city celebrate its 175th anniversary.
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