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Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce
October 5, 2009
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Contact Us
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71 Walnut, Suite 110
Rochester, Michigan
48307 W: www.rrc-mi.com E: [email protected]P: 248-651-6700
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Thank you to our Renewing Members
Ameriprise Financial
Amurcon Lake Village of Auburn Hills
Aslan Entertainment
Beacon Hill Apartments
Beaumont Hospitals
Beth's Imagination Station
Bishop International Airport
Center for Life Change
CFO Service LLC
Classic Lanes
Dr. Steven Utecht, DDS
Eller Plumbing. Heating & Cooling
Faith Church
Goodison Spine Center
Lindner Technology Group, Inc.
Magro International
McCauley Chiropractic
Organized Office Solutions
Professional Nannies, The
Rochester Area Optimist Club
Rochester Youth Soccer League
St. Paul's United Methodist Church
The Declaire Knee & Orthopedic Institute
Wings Sixteen Inc.
Members listed above renewed their Chamber membership in September
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Greetings!
 Thank you to Michael Wickett who gave a great presentation on "Creating Customers for Life" last week at the Rochester Hills Public Library.
October is Michigan Chamber of Commerce month. Ambassadors and staff will be visiting MANY member businesses. Contact the Chamber office if you would like us to visit your place of business.
We are beginning to sell ads for our annual Membership Directory and Community Guide. Contact our office if you are interested. There is more information on the project below.
We have ad space available for our "featured businesses" on the E-Newsletter. See below.
Remember to purchase your ticket for Southeast Michigan's largest community awards ceremony, the 3rd Annual Sunrise Pinnacle Awards. Twenty-two awards will be handed out. Please join us for all of our upcoming events. See below for details.
We want your feedback! We have launched our annual membership survey for 2009 and would appreciate your response. To partcipate click here.
Don't forget our Chamber directory is downloadable. Click here to download it. If you have not yet received your hard copy, contact our office.
Please join us online on the following sites -
Everyone, don't forget we have a section on our website for job postings. Click here to see our listings. Know someone struggling? The Rochester Hills Public Library has just published "Recession Resources." Click here for information on how to file for unemployment, find affordable health insurance, find a new job, keep your home and how to maintain or repair your credit. Also, the City of Rochester Hills has partnered with www.recruitmentfactory.com and employment database. If you are looking for work, post your resume on this site.
Grow Your Business with netSuccess!
Sheri Heiney, Executive Director
Thank you to our Sponsors!
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Featured Business of the Month - Avon Products
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Featured Business of the Month
Detroit Regional Chamber of Commerce
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Through the Chamber, members have access to the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan insurance program with the most coverage options, best available price and a host of services to compliment their health insurance plan.
The Chamber program has a full suite of products for businesses of all sizes. Choose from a menu of PPO, HMO, and consumer-directed options. Individuals can also access the full MyBlue portfolio. Dental, vision and prescription drug plans are available to accompany medical coverage.
Members in the Chamber's health program also benefit from services designed to save time and reduce liability. Working in partnership with the Chamber's insurance service center, and in cooperation with your agent, members have a dedicated resource for benefit questions and billing inquiries, employee additions and change of status requests.
For more information call (888) 844-1530 or visit www.detroitchamber.com/localblue
Click here for six reasons to join the Chamber's healthcare program.
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Featured Retailer of the Month
Great Oaks Laundry & Dry Cleaning
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PCN GROUP LOOKING FOR NEW MEMBERS
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Come join our visitors day to see how Rochester Chamber members help one another. We meet the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month from 11:30 to 12:30 at All Seasons Senior Living located at 175 East Nawakwa Drive in Rochester Hills. Please contact Greg Johnson at 248-765-1700 for more information.
We are looking to add these categories to our group.
Mortgage
Estate Planning
Criminal Attorney
Chiropractor
Banker
Payroll
Divorce
Real Estate
Home PC Repair
Message Therapist
Air Duct Cleaner
Carpet Cleaner
Commercial Cleaner Service
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E-Newsletter Ads Available
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November 2009
E-Newsletter Featured Business of the Month
E-Newsletter Featured Retailer of the Month
December 2009
E-Newsletter Featured Retailer of the Month
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Thank You the Sunrise Pinnacle Awards Sponsors
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Coffee Bar Sponsor - UHY LLP
Award Sponsors
Advanced Nutritional Solutions
Beaumont Hospitals
Bill Fox Chevrolet
C&G Newspapers/Rochester Post
Crittenton Hospital Medical Center
G & C Accounting Services, P.L.C.
Gofrank & Mattina, P.C.
HealthPlus of Michigan
JHP Pharmaceuticals
National City now a part of PNC
Oakland University
OU INCubator
Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors
Shelton Pontiac Buick GMC
Sue Abro Farm Bureau Insurance
The Athena Group, Ltd.
The Oakland Press
The PrivateBank
Tim Crawford Nationwide Insurance
Trent Design
Walmart
Whole Foods Market
Entertainment Sponsor - UHY LLP
Table Sponsors *
American House Elmwood
City of Rochester Hills
Crittenton Hospital Medical Center
Genisys Credit Union
HealthQuest Physical Therapy and Wellness Centers
Leader Dogs for the Blind
North Oakland Family YMCA
Paint Creek Center for the Arts
Rochester Junior Woman's Club
Royal Park Hotel
Samer Kazziha, MD, FACC
In-Kind Sponsors
Community Media Network
Highest Honor Inc.
Holland's Floral & Gifts
MG Photography
Whole Foods Market
A very special thank you to Mr. Dave LewAllen of WXYZ-TV Channel 7.
Thank you to the Royal Park Hotel for hosting the event.
*Sponsorships Still Available
**Current as of today's date
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ROCHESTER REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WILL PUBLISH UPDATED COMMUNITY GUIDE
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(Rochester, MI) - Sales for the community guide being produced for the Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce are underway, according to Sheri L. Heiney, the Chamber's Executive Director. Sheri and her staff are working with VillageProfile.com, inc.(R), which has been producing publications for the Chamber since 2007.
The updated guide will be published next spring. The 3,000 printed copies will be distributed throughout Rochester and the surrounding area, to visitors, and to individuals and businesses inquiring to the Chamber about relocation.
The Chamber is taking part in the Village Profile(TM) Convergence Publishing Program(R), the only one of its kind available to Chambers of Commerce. In addition to the printed version, all editorial content and advertisements will be published online as a NewView eBook(R) at the Village Profile(TM) Community Profile Network(R) website (www.villageprofile.com). The online publication will link from the Chamber's Community Profile Network(R) website to advertisers' own websites.
The eBook is downloadable free to computer desktops and most wireless devices. The searchable membership directory will be accessible via smartphones, web-enabled cellphones and similar wireless devices at www.vpmobile.us.
The Village Profile(TM) community portal garnered nearly 24 million hits in 2008 and 2,342,900 page views -- nearly 1.7 million of which were unique page views. The vpmobile.us site had 4,333,000 hits in 2008. Since 1996, the site has seen nearly 220,000,000 hits from Internet locales around the world and from all manner of users: education, government, business, individual, organization, and of course, .coms.
Advertising in your Chamber publication has even more advantages. According to a national study recently conducted by the Atlanta-based marketing company, The Schapiro Group, "consumers are 63 percent more likely to buy goods and services in the future from a company that they believe is a member of the local chamber" and "they are 44 percent more likely to think favorably about" the business.
The report further concluded that, "When business decision makers believe that a business is a chamber member" they are "59 percent more likely to buy goods and services from it."
Businesses interested in advertising should call Village Profile(TM) representative Ann Hatley at the Chamber office, 248-651-6700.
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October Business Workshops Offered By Oakland County
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Waterford, Michigan - October 2, 2009 - Business owners and entrepreneurs who need assistance are invited to attend seminars in October, 2009 offered by the Oakland County Business Center. Business Basics workshops are now offered in the evenings on alternating months.
Pre-Business Research - Are you thinking of starting your own business and want to research your business idea? Are you a business owner who wants to understand which research sources to use for your business plan and where to find the information you need? The class is held on Thursday, October 8, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Oakland County Executive Office Building Conference Center, 2100 Pontiac Lake Road, west of Telegraph, Waterford. For location specifics and pre-registration, visit our website at oakgov.com/peds/calendar, or call (248) 858-0783. Presented by The Entrepreneur's Source, Oakland County's Business Center, Market Research Department, and Research Librarian. This workshop is free, but pre-registration is required.
Start a Business is a seminar for anyone thinking about going into business. Participants examine their entrepreneurial skills, learn how to implement their ideas and receive a list of pitfalls to avoid when starting a business. The class runs from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 15, at the Oakland County Executive Office Building Conference Center, 2100 Pontiac Lake Road, west of Telegraph, Waterford. For location and pre-registration, visit our website at oakgov.com/peds/calendar, or call (248) 858-0783. The fee is $30. No refunds.
Legal & Financial Basics for Small Business - This workshop covers many of the key legal and financial issues faced by both new and existing small businesses in Michigan. The program initially focuses on the many management and liability concerns faced by entrepreneur, as well as today' tax consequences. The program also provides solutions and techniques for business concession and individual investment and retirement planning. The class is held on Tuesday, October 20, from 9:00 a.m. to Noon at the Oakland County Executive Office Building Conference Center, 2100 Pontiac Lake Road, west of Telegraph, Waterford. For location specifics and pre-registration, visit our website at oakgov.com/peds/calendar, or call (248) 858-0783. Presented by Carter & Affiliates, P.C. CPA & Retirement Specialist. This workshop is free of charge, but pre-registration is required.
Attend the Eighth Annual Oakland County & Southern Oakland County Chapter NAACP Bid & Brunch Matchmaking Event on Wednesday, October 21st, 2009, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Southfield Pavilion, 26000 Evergreen, Southfield.
This Event is a must for small- to mid-sized minority and women business owners. Come face-to-face with over 100 purchasing professionals and identify sourcing opportunities through a match-making process (10 minute limit/company). Sponsored by Oakland County Business Services and Southern Oakland County Chapter NAACP. Business owners/attendees: $75 per person at the door. For more information, visit our website at oakgov.com/peds/calendar, or call (248) 858-2087.
Write a Business Plan is a workshop for small business owners who are developing a plan to serve as their road map to success. The class is held on Thursday, October 22, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Oakland County Executive Office Building Conference Center, 2100 Pontiac Lake Road, west of Telegraph, Waterford. For location specifics and pre-registration, visit our website at oakgov.com/peds/calendar, or call (248) 858-0783. The fee is $40, which includes all materials. No refunds.
The day-to-day responsibilities of running your own business leave little time to focus on long-term vision, goals, and strategies. Find time in your schedule to spend it with Listening to Your Business, a half-day workshop from FastTrac. No one knows your business better than you. Listening to Your Business gives you the tools you need to take a closer look at where your business is today, what you want it to look like in three years, and the steps to get there. The class is held on Wednesday, October 28, from 8 a.m. to noon at the Oakland County Executive Office Building Conference Center, 2100 Pontiac Lake Road, west of Telegraph, Waterford. For location specifics and pre-registration, visit our website at oakgov.com/peds/calendar or call (248) 858-0783. The fee is $95.
Marketing Your Business - Marketing is an essential of business success. All products/services must be sold to well-targeted audiences with a wide-ranging marketing mix. Our staff/SCORE counselors can guide you through successful techniques and marketing principles helping you to promote your products and services to the most promising customers-your target audience. The class is held on Thursday, October 29, from 9:00 a.m. to Noon at the Oakland County Executive Office Building Conference Center, 2100 Pontiac Lake Road, west of Telegraph, Waterford. For location specifics and pre-registration, visit our website at oakgov.com/peds/calendar, or call (248) 858-0783. Presented by the Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center. Cost is $40.00 (Checks Payable to E.M.U.).
The Web site address for Oakland County Planning & Economic Development Services Workshops is www.oakgov.com/peds/calendar.
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Click here to register online! Registration required for all meetings and events. Please note, for events with fees, registration MUST be cancelled 24 hours in advance to avoid late fees.
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
St. John Lutheran Church and School
9:30 a.m.
1101 W. University Dr.
Rochester, MI 48307
No charge
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Economic Development Committee Meeting
2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Chamber Office
71 Walnut, Ste 110
Rochester, MI 48307
No charge
Monday, October 12, 2009
Chamber Marketing Class
9:00 - 11:00 a.m.
71 Walnut, Ste 110
Rochester, MI 48307
No charge
sponsored by Flagstar Bank
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Business Women's Roundtable Luncheon
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Crowne Plaza Hotel
1500 Opdyke Rd.
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Charge: $25 pre-paid, $30 at door
Sponsored by Genisys Credit Union
Friday, October 23, 2009
Coffee Talk (LAST COFFEE TALK OF THE YEAR!)
8:30 - 10:00 a.m.
Leader Dogs for the Blind
1039 S. Rochester Rd.
Rochester Hills, MI 48307
No charge
sponsored by Flagstar Bank
Monday, October 26, 2009
Chamber Orientation
9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Chamber Office
71 Walnut, Ste 110
Rochester, MI 48307
No charge
sponsored by Flagstar Bank
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Coffee at COSTCO
8:30 - 10:00 a.m.
COSTCO Auburn Hills
400 Brown Rd.
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
No charge
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Marketing Resource Group
8:30 - 10:00 a.m.
Fieldstone Winery
223 S. Main St.
Rochester, MI 48307
No charge
Refreshments provided by Whole Foods Market
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Spirit at Work
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Chamber Office
71 Walnut, Ste 110
Rochester, MI 48307
No charge, Bring your own, Brown Bag Lunch
Light Refreshments provided by COSTCO and Whole Foods Market
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Sunrise Pinnacle Awards
8:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Royal Park Hotel
600 E. University Dr.
Rochester, MI 48307
$25/member, $30 non-member
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Welcome New Chamber Members
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JVDLEE
Pat Van Der Lee, Consultant
620 Renshaw St.
Rochester, MI 48307
248-841-8556
www.jvdleewebs.com
Information Technology Services
Heart & Harp, LLC
Diane Dunn, Harpist/ Owner
P.O. Box 818
Walled Lake, MI 48390
313-938-9847
www.heartandharp.net
Harpist
Living Word Lutheran School
Sheri Springer, Director of School Outreach
3838 N. Rochester Rd.
Rochester, MI 48306
248-651-5316
Early Childhood Center & Day School
Worry Free Transportation, Inc.
Will Owens, Vice President
Jeanette Owens, President
6890 Cooley Lake Road
Waterford, MI 48327
248-363-8442
www.worryfreetrans.com
Non-Emergency Medical & Shuttle Service
Davis Capital Management, LLC
Larry Davis, Owner
51620 Oro Rd.
Shelby Township, MI 48315
586-991-6535
www.daviscm.com
Financial Services
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Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
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Please join us as we host a
Ribbon Cutting Celebration for
St. John Lutheran Church and School
1011 West University
Rochester, MI 48307
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
9:30 a.m.
For more information call 248-402-8050
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E-Newsletter Sponsorship
Hurry! Only three months available for "Featured Business of the Month!"
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Village of Rochester Hills' Trunk 'R Treat
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You're invited to park a car at The Village of Rochester Hills' Trunk 'R Treat on Saturday, October 31 from 4:00 - 6:00pm. Trunk 'R Treat is the latest twist on traditional trick-or-treating. Picture it, rows of cars parked & decorated for Halloween with their trunks filled with goodies so that kids can go trunk to trunk collecting candies and treats.
Feel free to pass out promotional materials, literature and of course sweets for the little ones! Prizes will be awarded for best decorated cars, costumes, and more. The event will also include free activities and light snacks for everyone to enjoy. See the attached flier.
Cars must be registered by Monday, October 19. Register by relying to this email email or or calling 248.283.2382 and asking for Jessica. Please be sure to include your name, phone number and email address in the email.
We hope you'll join us for this SPOOKTACULAR party... Please forward this to your friends & colleagues, the more scarier!
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Sheila Landis Trio
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Hello Rochester Regional Chamber Members!
Here's how "Live" Music can Enhance YOUR Special Event!
*Creates a festive atmosphere
*Sets a sophisticated tone for your guests and clients to enjoy
*Shows your Good Taste
*It's affordable--Mention your Chamber Member Discount when you contact us. (Additionally, you may be able to "write it off" as a legitimate "marketing expense". Be sure to check with your tax adviser first).
Rochester Regional Chamber Member SHEILA LANDIS is an accomplished VOCALIST and BAND LEADER who can provide distinctive musical ensembles of 2-6 pieces for YOUR SPECIAL OCCASION, whether it's a grand opening, product demonstration, business meeting, fundraiser, theme party, birthday party, anniversary celebration, reunion, music festival, concert in the park, wine tasting, wedding reception or other special gathering.
We believe that MUSIC is the spirit that carries us all along on life's many journeys, marking all the important phases and celebrations in life with SONG, stimulating the mind and refreshing the soul. As famed inventor Albert Einstein has said, "I get the most joy in life out of music."
For more information on our band pricing and availabilities, please feel free to contact us at 248-651-9477, [email protected] or check us out on the web at www.sheilalandis.com and/or www.myspace.com/sheilalandis.
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Thomas M. Cooley Law School "An Evening of Good Taste"
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The Thomas M. Cooley Law School Alumni Association will be hosting "An Evening of Good Taste", a wine tasting event to benefit the Thomas M. Cooley Law School Alumni Memorial Scholarship fund on November 14, 2009. During the evening there is a silent auction of donated items, which add to the proceeds of the event and the scholarship fund. This year the Auburn Hills Campus is sponsoring a "Best of Auburn Hills" themed basket for the auction with local restaurant and entertainment gifts. We have received donations of Pistons Jerseys, Meadowbrook Hall Tours, local Restaurant gift certificates, etc. If you would like to feature your business as one of the Best of Auburn Hills by donating an item, please contact Audra Foster at [email protected]. Your donation will be highlighted on our event auction website and will bring at least one new customer into your business.
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University of Michigan Flint
FALL SEMINAR SERIES |
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Ramada Plaza Hotel - Troy/Detroit Area (formerly Hilton)
5500 Crooks Road, Troy (248) 879-2100
7:30 - 9:30 am Complimentary breakfast for members and new attendees
Reservations required at [email protected] or (810) 762-0001
October 14, 2009
Health Care Answers Now
How many Presidential platforms in the past 40 years have included health care cost reduction? Too many, and with little progress. Family and closely held businesses are particularly vulnerable to increasing costs and mandatory insurance coverage for employees. Learn how to reduce health care premiums and medical expenses for you business now! Review the latest trends in cost reductions in the private sector. And if you're interested, our speakers will share what you can expect from the Obama administration.
November 11, 2009
Crime! Prevention not Detection
Every business, large or small, is subject to fraud, criminal intrusions, and potentially slack security. It is important to create financial, computer, and personnel hiring systems that do not leave you vulnerable. Our panel of experts address the needs of family businesses with case examples and advice on how to immunize your business from crime.
December 9, 2009
Rug Pulled from under You?
Experts claim that new opportunities knock in a down economy. Hear how some companies lost their key customers but found increased business by re-tooling products or services and finding new sources for sales. Younger generations in family businesses say they are looking to re-invent their companies for changing times. Shouldn't your business be in the forefront of innovation?
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Another Madcap Murder Mystery Returns to Meadow Brook Hall
Join us for an evening of murder, mystery and mayhem
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ROCHESTER, MI, Sept. 23, 2009 - Join Ace Handleman, "Agent to the Stars," on Friday, Oct. 16, for a chance to witness the back stage workings of a new TV reality show and a chance for you, the audience member, to audition for a part. Auditions begin at 7 p.m.
Oh yeah, there also is a murder, and we need to discover who did it and why. Guests will have a chance to help solve the mystery while enjoying, cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and a three-course, gourmet meal.
The evening's meal will include a salad course of banded baby greens, dried cranberries, chevre, pinenuts and celery root dressed with white balsamic pomegranate vinaigrette. For the entr�e, you'll enjoy apple cider poached chicken breast with herb roasted fingerlings, acorn squash puree and capon veloute. For dessert, dig into an autumn pave-walnut sponge cake layered with cranberry and red currant pastry cr�me, dark chocolate cr�me anglaise and raspberry sauce.
Tickets are $75 per person and reservations are required.
For additional information about Meadow Brook Hall's Murder Mystery Dinner or to schedule an audition, call (248) 364-6263 or visit www.meadowbrookhall.org.
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Michael Sanderson Joins Community Central Bank and Community Central Mortgage Company
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Community Central Mortgage Company, subsidiary of Community Central Bank, has appointed Michael Sanderson to the position of Senior Loan Officer, Rochester Hills Branch. Rory Ballard, President of Community Central Mortgage Company, made the announcement last week.
In his position, Michael will be responsible for expanding the book of business for the greater Rochester area. Michael brings over fifteen years of mortgage lending experience to the organization. "We are all thrilled to have been able to recruit Mr. Sanderson into our company. His expertise, background and demonstrated commitment to excellence in client service make him a great fit for us. We look forward to the increased exposure in Oakland County," said Rory Ballard, President, Community Central Mortgage Company.
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The Hills Bar & Grille presents Stoney Creek High School with $3500 donation
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Rochester Hills, MI, 10/1/09 - The Hills Bar & Grille recently held its annual golf outing on Monday August 31, 2009. 100% of proceeds from the event were donated to Stoney Creek High School. Costs were offset by contributions and donations from US Foodservice, Bacardi USA, Samuel Adams, MillerCoors, Budweiser, Great Lakes Brewing Company, Labatt, and Newcastle. The donation was split evenly between the Stoney Creek Support The Tradition Fund and the Stoney Creek Hockey Team. Representatives from The Hills Bar & Grille will present Stoney Creek Support The Tradition Representatives with a 'giant check' for $1750 on Friday, October 2nd, during halftime of the Varsity Football Homecoming game at approximately 8pm. An additional presentation (at a date to be determined) will be made during an upcoming Stoney Creek Hockey Game for the remaining $1750 donation. The local owners of The Hills Bar & Grille believe in thoroughly supporting Rochester Community Schools, teachers, students and PTA. Other programs include pre-football game food donations for the Stoney Creek football team, a recent lunch donation for the initial Rochester PTA meeting, and an on-going 'cash-back rewards' program that rewards parents of individual schools for dining out with a portion of their purchase donated to their school of choice.
Support The Tradition is a $100,000 campaign to fund student participation in activities, athletics, and music at Stoney Creek High School. The Stoney Creek Hockey Team is a pay-to-play club sport fully funded by parents, with an estimated out-of-pocket expense of $3000 per family.
The Hills Bar & Grille offers something for everyone by serving fresh, innovative, American fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner plus a late night menu and Sunday brunch, all in a family friendly, sports-themed atmosphere. Specialties include Piedmontese Burgers, hand-cut steaks, fish & chips, pizza sticks, seasonal specialty menus and a distinguished unique wine, cocktail and martini list. After 10 p.m., The Hills transforms into one of Rochester's most vibrant nightlife venues. The Hills Bar & Grille has been owned and operated by local Rochester residents Jon Robinson, Jason Nies and John Pewinski since inception in May of 2007. "We strive to be as active as possible in the Rochester Community Schools. I chose to move to Rochester Hills because of the great community and highly-rated school system. We made a conscious decision to concentrate our year-round fundraising efforts to support the schools, PTA, teachers and families.", Jon Robinson, owner, The Hills Bar & Grille.
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MICHIGAN RECEIVES IT'S FIRST CERTIFIED ORGANIC RESTAURANT
MIND BODY & SPIRITS CONTINUES TO RAISE THE BAR FOR CASUAL INSPIRED DINING
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(Rochester, Mich.) October 2, 2009 - Mind Body & Spirits, perhaps the country's most eco-conscious restaurant, announced today that it has been certified USDA Organic by Oregon Tilth, a third-party nonprofit organization supporting and promoting biologically sound and socially equitable agriculture through education, research, advocacy, and certification. In just it's first year of operation, Mind Body & Spirits becomes Michigan's first fully certified organic restaurant and one of less than a dozen certified organic restaurants in the country.
For an entire restaurant to achieve organic certification it is extremely rare and the process is far from easy. It requires adherence to strict guidelines for the handling and storage of every product that enters the restaurant, ensuring each item is kept out of contact with a lengthy list of toxic, artificial, or otherwise harmful substances. As well as documentation from each of its vendors supplying USDA certified products and proper identification of organic products for consumers. However, due to the best practices established by owner Mike Plesz, Corporate Executive Chef Stewart McWilliams and their culinary team, lead by Chef de Cuisine Dan Vernia, no significant changes were necessary following Oregon Tilth's extensive audit.
"Although we just received our certification, we have been sourcing organic ingredients since we first opened our doors a year ago and now the Oregon Tilth Organic certification verifies our compliance with the USDA National Organic Program standards," says Chef McWilliams. "However, perhaps just as important as our certification is our relationship with a growing list of local farmers and suppliers. Following the adage of know your farmer, know your food, ensures we are getting the best and freshest product possible and supports our local food system."
Mind Body & Spirits has made a number of significant changes to its lunch and dinner menus since opening to rave reviews last October. These changes have reflected the availability of fresh local ingredients that fluctuate throughout the year and the creativity of its culinary team. Updates have also been made to their growing organic wine list, Inspired Treats organic dessert selections, and mixed organic drink selections. As a result, the accolades continue to role in.
"It's unfortunate that we have reached a point where need to label our food." says Plesz. "And maybe someday certification won't be necessary. But until our food system undergoes a major transformation and people can dine out with confidence knowing their meals are free of added chemicals, hormones and antibiotics, and have not been genetically modified or enhanced, utilizing an accredited third party to verify our food claims is the best defense anyone has right now. We are also well aware," continued Plesz, "that all of the effort we've put into running a sustainable business and obtaining USDA certified status doesn't mean a hill of organic beans if our food isn't affordable and tastes great. So that remains our top priority."
Mind Body & Spirits is located in downtown Rochester, Michigan at the corner of Third and Main Street. Open seven days a week, with outdoor rooftop garden seating seasonally. Lunch is served daily between 11:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Dinner service begins at 4:30 p.m. daily, and serves until 10:00 p.m. Sunday - Thursday, 11:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evenings. The Higher Spirits Lounge located on the second level and offers live music on Saturday nights. Brunch selections are available Sundays. For the enjoyment and good health of customers and staff, a smoke-free environment is maintained in the building and on the rooftop garden. Ample parking is available in the surrounding Rochester Downtown Development Authority District surface lots. For further information, including current menus, please visit www.mindbodyspirits.com.
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Farm Bureau Insurance - Sue Abro
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Cotharin Associates
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Whole Foods Market
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Real Estate For Sale
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805 Executive Suites
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Holiday Gift Gallery at Paint Creek Center for the Arts
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Recycle at BestBuy
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"Simply Soup Supper"
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Rochester Kiwanis' 10th annual
"Simply Soup Supper"
an Empty Bowl event
Friday, October 9 5:30pm-7: 30pm
OPC 650 Letica Rochester Mi.
All you can eat soup and bread
from 15 of our finest restaurants and bakeries!!
Adults $10.00
Kids under 12 $5.00
handcrafted bowls available
Proceeds to benefit
Rochester Neighborhood House
OPC Meals on Wheels
Manna Meal, a soup kitchen in Detroit
For information call Eugenia's 248-656-0560
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Michigan Senior Olympics Fundraiser
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Since 2006, Macy's Shop For A Cause Event has partnered with non-profit organizations nationwide to raise more than $28 million for their ongoing charitable efforts. This is your chance to be part of this monumental event on Saturday, October 17, 2009.
Shop For A Cause gives you the opportunity to help Michigan Senior Olympics by purchasing a $5 Shopping Pass* for exclusive savings and special offers in every Macy's store on Saturday, October 17th. As a participating charity we keep 100% of the proceeds from the sale of each pass. Plus, you can enter to win a $500 Macy's Gift Card!
Come together with Macy's and us, and while you're out enjoy a day of shopping and great savings, you'll be helping our community at the same time.
*Some exclusions apply. For more information or to order a shopping pass, call contact (Sheila Tinnion) at 248-608-0252 number and/or email [email protected].
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"Rochester Junior Woman's Club is looking for New Members"
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Rochester, MI September 29 2009 --. The Rochester Junior Woman's Club (RJWC) is actively seeking new members! RJWC is a volunteer service organization which has been a part of the Rochester community for more than 50 years.
If you are interested in learning more about becoming a member of RJWC there will be an Orientation Meeting on October 23rd, 2009 at the Rochester Community House, 816 Ludlow, in Downtown Rochester, at 7:00 pm.
RJWC is committed to supporting numerous area charities and non-profit organizations through hands-on volunteering as well as fund-raising. Since its inception, the Rochester Junior Woman's Club has donated more than 1 million hours of community service and raised more than $650,000 to support the local community.
Members of RJWC have helped found many institutions in the Rochester community; Rochester Community House, Crittenton Hospital, Rochester Hills Public Library, Rochester YMCA, Older Persons Commission (OPC) and the League of Women Voters all were started with the support of club members.
The group also provides hands on support to the Paint Creek Center for the Arts, Rochester Hills Museum at VanHoosen Farm including the annual Stonewall Pumpkin Festival, the Older Persons Commission, and Dinosaur Hill Nature Center. In addition, recent fundraisers have benefitted South Oakland Shelter, Meadowbrook Hall Garden Club, and Rochester Hills Museum, Meadowbrook Center for Learning Differences and Paint a Miracle in addition to an annual fundraiser for the Crittenton Hospital Auxiliary.
Funds raised this year will benefit Rochester Area Neighborhood House Food Pantry and Meadow Brook Theatre.
Rochester Junior Woman's Club welcomes new members all year long. Meetings are held the third Thursday of every month, September through May at the Rochester Community House at 7:00 p.m.
There will also be two additional Orientation Meetings, January 22nd, 2009 and April 29th, 2009. Both meetings will be held at the Rochester Community House, 816 Ludlow, in Downtown Rochester, at 7:00 pm.
For more information about the club, membership, or orientation meetings please contact Linda Dill at 248-321-4493 or [email protected]. You can also visit their website at www.rhpl.org./rjwc/
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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY DEALS & DENIM
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What: DEALS & DENIM
An after
hours networking event at Habitat for Humanity
When: Nov. 12th
5-7pm
Where: Habitat for Humanity Office in Pontiac
Cost: $0
The event
will be the ultimate open house at Habitat for Humanity in Pontiac. It will be a
networking opportunity open to five different chambers (Troy,
Birmingham/Bloomfield, Pontiac, Rochester, and Clarkston) and different
businesses and organizations in the area. There will be food, fun, and music
provided.
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ROCHESTER - AVON HISTORICAL SOCIETY
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R.A.H.S. BROWN BAG LUNCH
The Rochester - Avon Historical Society will present its Brown Bag Lunch on Tuesday, October 6, from 12 noon-1:00p.m. at the Rochester Community House, 816 Ludlow Street in Rochester. Those of you, who have attended, know what wonderful stories are told about growing up in Rochester. The guest speaker for October will be Rod Wilson. He will present a power point presentation, "The Historic Preservation of the City of Rochester".
Everyone should be reminded that there will be no Brown Bag in November as it is Election Day. Be sure to vote!!
Bring your lunch if you wish. Cookies and coffee will be provided. Admission is free. For more information call (248) 651 - 6178 or (248) 656 - 1125.
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Scarecrows in the City
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Contact the Rochester Hills Museum at 248-656-4663 for more information.
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Gleaners Community Food Bank
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The Heart of the Hills Barbershop Chorus
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Mom-2-Mom Sale
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Avondale Meadows
Upper Elementary is holding its First Annual Mom-2-Mom Sale on 10/10/09 from
8:30a.m. - 12:30p.m. In this economy, it is difficult for mothers to find
high-quality, affordable clothing for their young children. This is a re-sale
event in which local mothers sell their gently used children's items to families
who could use a helping hand. Money this event raises will go toward a
sixth-grade overnight field trip to Oakland University in May.
We are in need of a
"handy" person to make some temporary signs, as well as a business that would be
willing to donate a small amount of money toward the rental of 40 tables for
this event. We would be happy to provide a tax deduction receipt, as well as
advertising in our school newsletter and on the day of the sale. Hundreds of
local moms will be participating in the sale and/or attending this event. We
appreciate any help your organization can lend toward these two areas.
If interested,
please contact sixth grade teacher, Katherine Suender @ [email protected]
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Rochester
Area Optimist Club
Annual Run/Walk to benefit
the Kids in our Community
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Please join us for our 4th annual run/walk to
help raise funds for the youth in our community. This fun event will take place at Bloomer
State Park On Sunday, November 1st at 9:00 am. Location is 345 John R Road. The cost is $25.00 for adults and $5.00 for
children (the Boo-boo Run), includes T-shirt and food.
Register on line at www.active.com,
type in Bloomer Boogie.
The Rochester Area Optimist Club is comprised of Rochester
Are business people coming together to help raise funds to give back to
children in our community. If you have
children events that needs extra assistance or would like to become a member,
please email Cheryl Bida at
gcaccounting.com.
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Community Central Bank
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Community Central Bank is proud to partner again with Paint a Miracle Art Studio and host their unique artwork in an exhibit that runs from September 25th through November 13th. The exhibit is open to the public during regular banking hours: Monday-Thursday 9 am to 4:30 pm, Friday 9 am to 6 pm and Saturday 9 am to noon. Artwork will be available for purchase.
According to Tim Wolber, Branch Manager, "Partnering with the community and non-profits such as Paint a Miracle fits right in with Community Central's mission, which is to strengthen the local economy and help organizations that need it."
Shelly Tyshka, Executive Director, states, "We are grateful for the opportunity to exhibit our artists' work at Community Central Bank. Paint a Miracle has a diverse and inspiring collection of art work, and we are excited to share it with our community."
Paint a Miracle Art Studio is designed to offer people living with disabilities and other challenges an opportunity to explore the arts in an atmosphere of hope, growth and encouragement. Artists work in a variety of mediums, including painting, drawing, ceramics and fiber arts.
For more information about Paint a Miracle Art Studio, please contact: Shelly Tyshka, 210 W. University Drive, Suite 2, Rochester, MI
48307, 248-652-2702, www.paintamiracle.org
For
more information about the exhibit, please contact Tim Wolber at 248.601.7700.
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Tom's Carpet Cleaning
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Assistance League Holds Fundraiser
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Assistance League of Southeastern Michigan will hold it's Sixth Annual Fund-raiser, MISTLETOE MARKETPLACE on Thursday, November 19,2009 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Located at Palazzo Grande in Shelby Township, the expected 450 plus attendees will enjoy the event, which will include lunch, boutique-shopping, raffles and feature Honorary Guest , Monica Gayle, Fox2 News Anchor. Tickets are $ 75 ($65, if purchased prior to October 20).
To purchase tickets please contact Sue: 248 375 2837 or [email protected]
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Sebastian Lucido Ministries
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| MHS Pet of the Week - Riley |
 Meet Delia, an eight-week-old kitten who is looking for a home to call her own! Delia is a happy and playful little girl who will provide years of entertainment and companionship to her new family. She is gentle and inquisitive, and should do well with children of all ages, as long as they learn to handle her gently. Her adoption fee includes sterilization surgery, age-appropriate vaccinations, no-cost microchipping and much more. Would you like to make this loving little girl a part of your family? Please visit or call the Michigan Humane Society Rochester Hills Center for Animal Care at 248-852-7420 and provide Delia's Pet ID number, A08534609.
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