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Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce
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Sheri Heiney, Executive Director | Greetings!
The 2010 Chamber Golf Outing is quickly approaching and with the wonderfully warm weather we've been having, I'm sure you are all excited to get out on the course! Please Click here to download the flier. Contact the Chamber office at info@rrc-mi.com for more information. We've launched a new online coupon program. Advertise your product or service on the Chamber's website and become part of the shopLocal buyChamber community for only $100 per year! Click here for the flier or contact Anne Burns for details. Member coupons are featured below. Please join us on June 9, 2010 at our monthly Business Women's Roundtable Luncheon. The June event is our annual fashion show! If you are interested in participating, please call our office!
Once again it is time to gear up for welcoming new students to Oakland University in the Fall. We are so honored to partner with Oakland University each year for their "Welcome Week." The flier and more information can be found below.
Remember to send us your "Good News!" 50 words or less should be sent to Anne Burns at anneb@rrc-mi.com.
We are now accepting nominations for the 4th Annual Sunrise Pinnacle Awards. Click here for the nomination form!
Please join us online on the following sites - TwitterClick here to view our FaceBook page!
Everyone, don't forget we have a section on our website for job postings. Click here to see our listings.
Sheri Heiney
Executive Director
As always, we'd like to thank our partners!
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Thank you to our Golf Outing Sponsors!
 We thank the following individuals and businesses for sponsoring the 42nd annual Chamber golf outing on Monday, June 7, 2010 at Katke-Cousins Golf Course on the campus of Oakland University.
(sponsors listed as of this date)
Oakland University, Crittenton Hospital Medical Center, Bill Fox Chevrolet & the Fox Automotive Group, The Oakland Press, Health Alliance Plan of Michigan, The Phone Guy, Gofrank & Mattina, P.C, Whims Insurance Agency,Inc., The PrivateBank, Beaumont Hospitals, American House Village, Andrews Hooper & Pavlik P.L.C., Avon - Dawn Tellinghuisen, Great Oaks Laundry & Dry Cleaning, Classic Appreciation, Community Central Bank, Huntington Ford, Inc, Pixley Funeral Home, Royal Park Hotel, Sir Speedy Printing Center, UHY Advisors-MI, Inc., Walmart, Tim Crawford Nationwide Insurance, G & C Accounting Services, PLC, Changing Places Moving and Services, and Sports Authentics |
Featured Business of the Month - Royal Park Hotel
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Featured Business of the Month - Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
 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.mibenefitadvisor.com/rochesterregionalchamber. Click herefor six reasons to join the Chamber's healthcare program.
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June 9, 2010 Business Women's Roundtable Luncheon
SIZZLING SUMMER FASHION SHOW
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Upcoming Chamber Events
Click here to register
 Monday, May 24, 2010
Chamber Orientation
9:00 -10:00 a.m.
Chamber Office
71 Walnut, Suite 110
Rochester, MI 48307
No charge
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Marketing Resource Group
8:30 - 10:00 a.m.
Fieldstone Winery
223 S. Main St.
Rochester, MI 48307
No charge
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Spirit at Work
4:00 - 5:00 PM
Chamber Office
71 Walnut, Suite 110
Rochester, MI 48307
No charge
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Young Professionals of Rochester Committee Meeting
4:00 -5:00 p.m.
Chamber Office
71 Walnut, Suite 110
Rochester, MI 48307
No charge
Monday, June 7, 2010
Chamber Golf Outing
All Day
Oakland University Katke-Cousins Golf Course
Prices vary. Sponsorship still available. Contact Anne Burns.
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Business Women's Roundtable Luncheon - 3rd Annual Fashion Show!
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Twin Lakes Golf & Swim Club
455 Twin Lakes Dr.
Oakland, Twp., MI 48363
$25 pre-paid, $30 at door
Thursday June 17, 2010
Young Professionals of Rochester
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Whole Foods Market
2918 Walton Blvd.
Rochester Hills, MI 48309
No charge
Friday, June 25, 2010
Coffee Talk
8:30 - 10:30 a.m.
St. John Lutheran
1011 W. University Dr.
Rochester, MI 48307
No charge
Monday, June 28, 2010
Chamber Orientation
9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Chamber Office
71 Walnut, Suite 110
Rochester, MI 48307
No charge
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
Marketing Resource Group
8:30 - 10:00 a.m.
Fieldstone Winery
223 S. Main St.
Rochester, MI 48307
No charge
Wednesday June 30, 2010
Spirit at Work
4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Chamber Office
71 Walnut, Suite 110
Rochester, MI 48307
No charge
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Young Professionals of Rochester
New Networking Group Forming!
 The YPR is pleased to announce its first Professional Referral Group. This will be a fantastic way to build strong ties with other young professionals in the community. This will be the only group of its kind, and there's an estimated 200 young professionals already active within the YPR. Like the other PCN groups there will be one spot per profession, so space is limited. For those of you in the coveted slots of; realtor, P&C insurance, financial planning, attorney, CPA, web design, health insurance, to name a few. You'll want to RSVP and be sure to attend the first meeting. The first meeting tentatively is scheduled for May 6th, but is subject to change. 1st and 3rd Thursday mornings of every month, 7:30am-8:30am, Rochester Chamber Conference Room. Brad Saarela with Somerset Lending Corp will be the first Chair of this group, please RSVP with him at brad@somersetlendingcorp.com or call at 248-499-9640 with questions. The group is also looking for a co chair and a membership recruiter, if interested state so with your RSVP. |
NEW - Chamber Announces New Office Hours!
Beginning Tuesday, June 1, 2010 the Chamber office will be open Monday - Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Welcome New Chamber Members
Chomp
Tim Brinker, Owner
200 S. Main
Rochester, MI 48307
248-608-1054
www.chompdeliandgrille.com
Marie's Salon & Spa
Marie Teller, Owner
402 East Street
Rochester, MI 48306
248-652-0966
Salon & Spa
Organzied Office Solutions
Donna Lindley, President
PO Box 82396
Rochester, MI 48308
248-726-7096
www.organizedofficesolutions.com
Professional Organizing/ Training
James Cleaning Service, LLC
James Van Eman, President
Brian Van Eman, General Manager
2422 Dorfield Drive
Rochester Hills, MI 48307
248-841-8410
www.jamescleaningservice.com
Commercial Cleaning/ Janitorial
Homeless Angels
Joe Lane, CEO
Robert Pawlusiak, Sr. Sales Executive
212 Baldwin Ave
Pontiac, MI 48342
248-872-7000
www.homelessangelsfoundation.org
Non-Profit
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Upcoming Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies
Please Join Us in Welcoming These New Businesses
Monday, May 24, 2010 - 9:00 a.m.
Michigan First Credit Union in store credit union, Meijer on Adams Road Rochester Hills, MI
www.michiganfirst.com
Tuesday, May 25, 2010 - 9 a.m.
Integrative Health & Wellness 314 Main St. Rochester, MI 48307
Wednesday, May 26, 2010 - 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Michigan's Film Production Complex Wednesday May 26, 2010 6875 North Rochester Road (at Tienken) Rochester Hills, MI 48306 248-650-2700 Please use the Parking Lotat the Visitor entrance off Tienken RoadPlease RSVP by May 24nd via email to: Contact@Convenellc.com
Thursday, May 27, 2010 - 4:00 p.m.
Bellissima Bridal Salon 234 S. Main St. Rochester, MI 48307
www.bellissimabridalsalon.com
Tuesday, June 1, 2010 - 4:00 p.m.
Meadow Brook Hall
Summer Tour opening "Treasures of Childhood: Growing up in the Great Estate"
Oakland University Rochester, MI
Wednesday, June 30, 2010 - 4:00 p.m.
Citizens Bank 175 S. Livernois Rochester Hills, MI 48307
Thursday, June 30, 2010 - 4:00 p.m.
Jewel Kade at Fieldstone Winery 223 S. Main St. Rochester, MI 48307
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Member Spotlight - Welcome Wagon
Businesses & Professionals...Looking For New Customers?
Welcome Wagon® can help your business connect with the new families in your community. New Homeowners & New Movers have no conceived notion of where to go...Let Welcome Wagon® bring them to you before your competition!
We send out a personalized, full color Gift Book. You will be the exclusive business in your chosen category. There are multiple points of contact to the new families and we would like to tell you all about it.
Welcome Wagon® is a trusted brand, a name people have heard all their lives. Aligning your business with this trust, gives consumers confidence and gives you an immediate advantage over your competition.
Please call our local Community Marketing Executive Liz Rydin at 248-240-1734 for more information.
1.800.77WELCOME www.welcomewagon.com
Welcoming New Homeowners For Over 80 Years!
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New Networking Group!
We are pleased to announce a new networking group forming now! The group will be meeting the second and fourth Friday at Loccino's Restaurant in Troy, MI at 4:00 p.m.
Interested parties may contact Dennis Prost at 248 619 6050 or dmprost@strategicfunding.com. Please keep in mind space is limited to one representative per profession and will fill up quickly.
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OU's theatre season includes musicals, high drama, historic "Pageant
Play"
The Oakland University 2010-2011 theatre season will showcase a classic Stephen Sondheim musical, a searing Arthur Miller drama, the resonating melodies of Jule Styne and an ancient form of theatre that will involve students and faculty from all three disciplines.
Musical theatre program coordinator Fred Love will direct "Company," which opens October 7, 2010 on the Varner Studio Theatre stage. This Stephen Sondheim musical shares the humor and pitfalls of relationships in the lives of five married, once married or soon-to-be married couples, as viewed by their bachelor friend, Bobby. Musical director is Alyssa Hetzner.
Arthur Miller's haunting relationship memoir, "After the Fall," opens November 11, 2010, under the direction of Michael Gillespie. The play analyzes the author's relationships with several women, his parents and colleagues, and deals emotionally with issues of betrayal, guilt, redemption and the death of love. The story is set during the period of the anti-communist witch-hunt conducted by Senator Joseph McCarthy.
From the depths of despair, the season swings to the height of musical romance, with "Bells are Ringing," directed by Karen Sheridan. The Susanphone answering service provides the backdrop for this delightful and uplifting production, in which the lines blur between a switchboard operator's job and her penchant for eavesdropping. With book and lyrics by Betty Comden and Adolph Green, and music by Jule Styne, the score includes the classic songs, "Just in Time" and "The Party's Over." The show will play just one weekend, February 10, 11 and 12, 2011, likely at an off-campus venue.
In April, May and June, the Department of Music, Theatre and Dance will present Pageant Play, with shows on and off campus. Details are still being finalized for this broad-ranging project, which will include performances in various styles that dramatize stories from the Old and New Testaments. Patterned after an ancient form of communal expression, this celebration will involve wide participation by performing arts students and faculty in all three disciplines.
More information about the 2010-2011 Department of Music, Theatre and Dance will be published in the Season Brochure mailed in August, and on the Department's Web site, oakland.edu/mtd To receive a copy of the brochure, write to mtd@oakland.edu or call 248-370-2030. Varner Studio Theatre is located on Oakland University's Rochester campus.
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HOSPITAL THANKS ITS EMPLOYEES AND SUPPORTS LOCAL COMMUNITY AT THE
SAME TIME
ROCHESTER DDA & CRITTENTON HOSPITAL: PARTNERS IN THE
COMMUNITY
Partnership Results in $29,000 Investment in Downtown
Rochester
ROCHESTER, Mich., May 18, 2010 - As part of National Hospital Week and National Nurses Week, Crittenton Hospital Medical Center, the largest employer in Rochester, once again thanked each of their 1,950 employees by providing them with a $15 Downtown Rochester gift certificate. This is the third year Crittenton has rewarded employees through the Downtown Development Authority's gift certificate program, and results directly in more than $29,000 being invested right back into the community served by the hospital; this equates to an $83,000 investment in Downtown Rochester over the three years.
"At Crittenton, we are committed to our employees and the Rochester community," said Lynn Orfgen, President and CEO of Crittenton Hospital Medical Center. "We felt this was an appropriate way to recognize the hard work and dedication of our employees while giving back to our community. Downtown Rochester gift certificates were an ideal way to demonstrate our gratitude while supporting our partners at the DDA."
Crittenton Hospital Medical Center is a 290-bed acute health care facility reaching out to serve communities in Oakland, Macomb and Lapeer counties. Crittenton provides an array of services, technology and exceptional facilities for treating patients. A medical staff of nearly 500 physicians, representing a wide range of medical specialties, provides primary, specialty and preventive care. Crittenton has newly-renovated facilities and cutting-edge technology for providing patients with the most advanced medical care.
"Crittenton is consistent in its support of the downtown and its businesses," said Kristi Trevarrow, Rochester DDA Executive Director. "Trends show that people are eager to support their local businesses and this program provides a wonderful opportunity to do exactly that."
Downtown Rochester gift certificates are a great option for anyone looking for a unique gift. Gift Certificates can be purchased in any denomination and are available for purchase at the DDA office at 308 ½ Main St.
A perfect mix of historic and hip, Downtown Rochester attracts both local residents and visitors from across the state of Michigan. Downtown Rochester is home to more than 400 shops, salons, restaurants and professional service businesses, 85% of which are owned by independent merchants.
For more information on the Rochester DDA, including a complete schedule of events, please visit www.DowntownRochesterMI.com or call 248.656.0060.
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Online Coupons on Chamber Website
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shopLocal buyChamber Online Coupons
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2010 Chamber Golf Outing!
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Oakland University Welcome Week
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Croskey, Lanni & Company, PC
Get help with your most critical issues...
Join us for a free webinar especially for business owners.
As a business owner in an ever-changing economy, you're faced with many challenges, some happening right now. One of our responsibilities is to ensure that you get the help you need to not only survive, but thrive, even during challenging times. This is exactly why we are inviting you to a Businesses Getting Results webinar (online seminar).
From the convenience of your office or home computer, you can attend a seminar that offers solutions and strategies for overcoming your most common issues. In just one hour, you'll gain valuable information and ideas that you can put into action immediately. Following is information on our next Businesses Getting Results (BGR) Direct webinar.
THE BUSINESS PLAN - ROADMAP TO SUCCESS
May 27, 2010
1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. ET
We hope you join us and take a powerful step toward resolving the issues that limit your success. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Patty Harrell at 248.659.5275 or pharrell@croskeylanni.com.
Future topics include "The Business Plan-Roadmap to Success", "Failing to Plan is Planning to Fail", "Building a Winning Team", and "The 4 Ways to Grow Your Business".
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Tom's Carpet Cleaning
 "To make a point, to make a friend, to make a profit"
There are more Fortune 500 companies today that are service oriented than in any previous decade on record.
If competition is the name of the game, it will take more than a base hit, a free throw or a slap shot on goal to win the hearts of the fans. To be a winner you have to score every time. No mulligans, no gimmies and definitely no more do over's.
We can't do anything about a predatory company posting specials on things that move and things that don't move, offering ridiculously low prices for the express purpose of running us out of business. But we can do something to stop them. It's called the Chamber of Commerce.
Please join us by using only businesses that belong to a local chamber of commerce. We all have choices. For example there are some really good carpet cleaning services in our area to choose from. They even partner with us from time to time. It's called strategic alliances. We are bridge builders, not fence builders and our communities benefit from the jobs we create between each other.
So why would anyone choose Tom's Carpet Cleaning Services? Because, "Our family business, will work hard to earn your family's business". 80% of our accounts are from referrals, 10% are web site generated and 10% are from our loyal friendly competitors.
To learn more about us, take time to visit our web site. Remember to shop local, buy local and hire local. Don't do it just for us! Just do it! You'll be glad you did.
tomscarpetcleaningservices.com
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Welcome Wagon
Businesses & Professionals...
Looking For New Customers?
Welcome Wagon® can help your business connect with the new families in your community. New Homeowners & New Movers have no conceived notion of where to go...Let Welcome Wagon® bring them to you before your competition!
Please call our local Community Marketing Executive Liz Rydin at 248-240-1734 for more information.
1.800.77WELCOME www.welcomewagon.com
Welcoming New Homeowners For Over 80 Years!
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Whole Foods Market Rochester Hills
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MG Photography & Design
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Fuse Martini Lounge & Bar
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Time to make a reservation for your......
SUMMER VACATION!
 * Think about the mile of warm sandy beach on the shore of Little Traverse Bay, Lake Michigan in beautiful Harbor Springs.
* Picture you and your friends and family swimming, sail boarding, bike riding, hiking through the lush forest, stream side of the condo.
* Spend the day at the private beach house, walking distance from condo, or grill out on the beach and enjoy the long summer evenings.
* Across from the condo on the other side is an outdoor swimming pool and pool house, next to the tennis courts and indoor pool, Jacuzzi and sauna.
* Choose Harbor Springs & Petoskey for shopping, dining and entertainment (or try your luck at the Odawa Casino in Petoskey).
3.5 Bedrooms, 2.5 baths
completely appointed for your holiday enjoyment. JUST SHOW UP!
Saturday to Saturday Summer bookings available.
Phil Lowman 248.705.7752 or Carol Lowman 248.505.5950
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Assistance League Seeks Sponsors For Signature Mistletoe Marketplace Fundraiser
 Assistance League of Southeastern Michigan is seeking sponsors and donations for their November 18, 2010 Seventh Annual Fundraiser, Mistletoe Marketplace. Held at Palazzo Grande in Shelby Township, the over 600 attendees will enjoy a luncheon, boutique-shopping,fashion show by the ReSale Connection, and raffles.
Honorary Chairperson will once again be Monica Gayle, Fox 2 News anchor.
Assistance League is a non-profit 501(c)(30 service organization. Proceeds benefit thousands in need in local communities in Michigan .
For sponsorship and donation information, please contact mistletoe.info@gmail.com or call 248 656 1162 or visit their website: www.semich.assistanceleague.org
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Relay for Life
MAKE A DIFFERENCE! THE RELAY FOR LIFE OF GREATER ROCHESTER IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS AND TEAMS TO PARTICIPATE IN
THE 12TH ANNUAL EVENT
Celebrate. Remember. Fight Back.
(ROCHESTER, MI) - Families, friends, survivors and local business are preparing to participate in the 12th annual Relay For Life of the Greater Rochester Area. The event will take place on June 26, 2010 from 9am through 9am June 27, 2010 at Hart Middle School.
For the past 11 years, the Rochester Community has hosted and supported the American Cancer Societies signature fundraiser, Relay For Life in its lifesaving mission to eliminate cancer as a major health issue. Last year more than 38 teams participated at the Rochester event and raised over $118,000.00. In support of the ACS mission, the 2010, Planning Committee set a goal to increase participation to 46 teams as well as increase fundraising efforts.
The Relay For Life is a fun-filled overnight event designed to raise money for research and programs of your American Cancer Society, celebrate survivorship and remember those we have lost their battle to this horrible disease. Weeks before the event, friends, families and co-workers create a team, participate in pre-event fundraising activities, and on event day they set up a campsite, play games, eat great food, and laugh all while they take turns walking laps around the Relay campsite. The celebration of survivorship is in the air, shared tears, hugs and smiles and laughter. The walk continues for 24 hours, team members relay to keep at least one member on the track at all times. Remember, cancer never sleeps.
For many people who attend Relay For Life, one of the most moving elements of the event is the Ceremony of Hope. As the light dims over campsites and team member's complete laps, the night is brightened by the glow of lighted bags called luminaries, each of which has a special meaning. Some luminaries celebrate the survivorship of people who have battled cancer and lived to tell the tale. Many commemorate the lives of those who have been lost to this disease. All represent a person who has been profoundly affected by cancer and the family and friends who continue to be touched by that experience.
How can you make a difference in the fight against cancer? Join the Rochester Relay. Register as a survivor, start a team of your own, join an existing team, order a luminary, or make a donation to this event, please visit Relay Online: www.relayforlife.org/rochestermi
Sign up today to become a part of the Relay For Life® effort in our community and you too can fight back against cancer. If you have any questions about the Rochester Relay event, please call Monique Anthus at 248 652 4845 or email manthus2@comcast.net.
The Rochester Jaycee's and Friends
To benefit the 2010 Relay for Life of Greater Rochester
Celebrate. Remember. Fight Back.
(ROCHESTER, MI) - Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar -Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Everyone is invited to gather at Buffalo Wild Wings in Rochester (1234 Walton Rd.) for lunch, dinner, or a snack. On this day, 20% of purchases accompanied by the certificate will be donated to Relay for Life of Greater Rochester. (Valid towards dine-in or carry-out only. Not valid towards gift card purchases)
Please visit our website at www.relayforlife.org/rochestermi to print out the certificate to present to your server.
Please contact Cheryl Satterthwaite @ cheryl_ann_s@yahoo.com or 586 914 1217 if you have any questions.
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Museum Collections go on Display
The Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm has unveiled its new exhibit Collections from our Lively Town on display through November, 2010. For over thirty years, the Rochester Hills Museum has served as the public repository for local history items related to the Rochester and Rochester Hills Communities. This exhibit has allowed the display of Civil War diaries, textiles woven in 1844 by local weavers, uniforms from World War I soldiers, archival information on mills and hundreds of archival documents from community celebrations, advertisements, newspapers, schoolhouses, photographs, and more. Rochester Hills Museum Director Patrick McKay is excited about displaying these historical treasures. "We just never have enough space to display everything we have. We want to show how our community was affected by various world events, trends, transportation, centennials, wars, and what local businesses and economies shaped our community."
The Rochester Hills Museum is a 16 acre complex consisting of the 1840 Van Hoosen Farmhouse, 1850 Red House, 1927 Dairy Barn, and beautiful gardens and grounds bordered by Stoney Creek. The site is part of the Rochester Hills parks system. The Museum is open for drop in public tours on Fridays and Saturdays from 1-4 p.m. and anytime can be scheduled for group tours. The Museum store has a wide variety of local history publications and locally made merchandise. A full calendar of events can be found on the Museum website at www.rochesterhills.org/museum.htm. The Museum is located on Van Hoosen Road, one mile east of Rochester Road off Tienken Road and one mile north of downtown Rochester. For more information call 248.656.4663 or email rhmuseum@rochesterhills.org
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Crittenton Hospital 2010 Golf, Tennis, Fun Walk
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Crittenton's Golf, Tennis & Fun Walk Benefit
ROCHESTER, MI - Crittenton Hospital Medical Center is pleased to announce its 31st annual Golf, Tennis & Fun Walk Benefit will take place at Great Oaks Country Club on Monday, June 21. The event is a fundraiser hosted by the Crittenton Hospital Medical Center Foundation to benefit Crittenton's Cancer C.A.R.E. (Community, Awareness, Research & Education) Fund.
"Everyday, new technologies and healthcare initiatives are introduced, and with them, new opportunities to improve the health of our friends, families and neighbors," said Tim Crawford, Golf Committee Chairman. "Community support at our annual Golf Tennis & Fun Walk Benefit allows us to pursue our mission of providing this excellence in healthcare to our community."
Golf packages are $325 with a shotgun start at either 7:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. Tennis and All-inclusive Fun Walk packages are $150. All three packages include access to Great Oaks Country Club's amenities such as the pool, driving range, putting green and clubhouse as well as breakfast, lunch, cocktail reception and dinner. Morning Fun Walk tickets are $45 and include breakfast. Afternoon by the Pool tickets are $30 and include access to the pool and lunch in the clubhouse. Tickets for the cocktail reception and dinner are $90. A portion of all tickets is tax deductible.
The golf benefit will feature prizes for Closest to the Pin, Longest Drive and Guess Your Drive Distance. The evening festivities include both silent and live auctions.
Don't miss this exciting day of fun to benefit the local community!
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Meadow Brook Hall Celebrates Life of Leisure with Wickets, Wine and Wheels
Rochester, Mich. - Meadow Brook Hall cordially invites you to spend an afternoon of relaxation and recreation at its inaugural "Wickets, Wine & Wheels" event from noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 13.
Faithful to the spirit of leisurely Dodge - Wilson family weekends on the Meadow Brook estate between 1908 and 1967, the event will blend the traditional pastimes of croquet, picnics, music and Sunday drives - with the more "modern" activities of wine tasting, classic car exhibition, art display, children's activities and more - all wrapped into one big celebration of family fun. Special highlights during the festival include: live performances by accomplished musician and Oakland University alum, Steve Blackwood and a classic car exhibition of two dozen different makes and models displayed on the estate grounds.
Dr. Charlie Hyde, noted Wayne State University Professor of Industrial and Automotive History, will present a lecture on Meadow Brook Farms and the Dodge Brothers in the Ballroom at 2 p.m.
General admission is $25 for adults, $5 for ages 17 and under (children age 2 and under admitted free) and includes parking. Summertime food and beverage fare will be available for purchase. Classic car rides around the estate for up to four passengers, will be featured (additional fee).
In partnership with Shady Lane Cellars of Suttons Bay and certified Sommelier Michael Cregar of Wines of Distinction, guests will have the opportunity to sample some of Michigan's finest wines. A private VIP package will also be available for those who are interested in sampling select French wines in the exclusive Christopher Wren Dining Room.
Guests can enjoy several wine tasting experiences, including:
· Outdoor Michigan Wine Tasting, noon-5 p.m.: $15 or two for $25
· Exclusive VIP package (reservations required), 2-3 p.m.: $55
· Vineyard - to - Glass - Wine - Tasting - Class (reservations required), 3-4 p.m.: $35
· Silent Wine Auction, 4-5 p.m.: $20, auction of rare and fine wines
For more information and to make reservations for the special wine tastings, visit meadowbrookhall.org or call (248) 364-6210.
MEADOW BROOK HALL is the historic home built by one of the automotive aristocracy's most remarkable women, Matilda Dodge Wilson, widow of auto pioneer John Dodge, and her second husband, Alfred Wilson. Constructed between 1926 and 1929, Meadow Brook Hall represents one of the finest examples of Tudor-revival style architecture in America, and is especially renowned for its superb craftsmanship, architectural detailing and grand scale of 88,000 square-feet. It was the center of a country estate that included 1,500 acres, numerous farm buildings, recreational facilities, several residences and formal gardens.
Listed in both the national and state registers of historic places, MEADOW BROOK HALL strives to preserve and interpret its architecture, landscape, and fine and decorative art so that visitors may be entertained, educated and inspired by history.
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Paint Creek Trail's National Trails Day and Native Plant Festival Event
Saturday, June 5, 2010
Oakland Township, MI - On Saturday, June 5, 2010 the Paint Creek Trail will celebrate its 12th Annual National Trails Day® (NTD) with free family-friendly events. Founded by the American Hiking Society in 1993, this year's theme is "Find Your Happy Place", and encourages participants to take part in activities that promote healthy living and mental well-being, protect green space, educate youth and adults on the importance of trails, and instill excitement for the outdoors.
The Paint Creek Trailways Commission has partnered with Oakland Township Parks and Recreation and the Six Rivers Regional Land Conservancy's Native Plant Festival for this year's event. "This year, we decided to focus on the environmental stewardship of the Paint Creek Trail. By joining forces with the Native Plant Festival, we can provide trail enthusiasts with native plant educational workshops, and stress the importance of removing invasives on the Paint Creek Trail. This year is our 12th annual Trails Day, and we want to encourage anyone with an interest in environmental sustainability or native plant gardening to attend," said Trail Manager Kristen Myers.
This year's celebration is headquartered at the Paint Creek Cider Mill, 4480 Orion Road, Oakland Township, at the corner of Gallagher Road. Free events are planned from 9:00am-3:00pm, and include a Volunteer Open Garlic Mustard Pull along the Paint Creek Trail from 9:00am-11:00am, Native Plant, Trail and Water Cycle Family programs, container gardening workshop, and the Native Plant Sale from 10:00am-3:00pm. There will also be other educational workshops on site throughout the day. Experts will be on hand to help the novice native plant gardener as well as experienced native plant enthusiasts!
The Paint Creek Trail runs from Rochester to Lake Orion, and is 8.9 miles long. There are many parking areas available along the trail. "As part of our focus to encourage outdoor activity and exercise by utilizing trails, we encourage participants to walk, hike, run or bike utilizing the Paint Creek Trail to attend our National Trails Day® and Native Plant Festival," said Trail Manager Kristen Myers. Additional parking is available at Baldwin Elementary, located 1/2 mile north of the Cider Mill off of Orion Road. A free shuttle bus will run from 10am-2:00pm between the event and Baldwin Elementary. The shuttle is provided by The Night Move, metro Detroit's award winning eco-conscious transportation (biodiesel) and is sponsored by Sen. Michael D. Bishop. Signs will be posted along the trail directing users to event headquarters. For more information about Trails Day, including a schedule of events and map or to volunteer for the Garlic Mustard Pull, log onto www.paintcreektrail.org or call (248) 651-9260.
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Regsitration Deadline for Michigan Senior Olympic Summer Games is June 1st
Are you 50+, like sports, competition and fun....then you need to know that the registration deadline for the Michigan Summer Olympics is June 1st.
The Summer Olympic games will be held July 7-21, 2010 in various locations in Oakland County with Oakland University being the home of MSO.
Competitive games include thirty medal events such as softball, tennis, pickleball, track and field and golf. Ribbon events range from Kayak to Dancesport with this years new sport, disc golf. Competition is bracketed for the events in five year increments starting at 50-54 and up
In previous years the athletes have ranged in age from 50-95 years young, proving it is never too late to start exercising, taking up a sport and more importantly becoming healthy and fit.
Along with all our sports events are social events which are open to the public. We are especially pleased this year to include, Lem Barney, former Detroit Lions cornerback and Pro Football Hall of Famer as the Honorary Chairperson and Bobby Crim as guest speakers at the Celebration of Athletes Dinner. We invite you to participate in the
"Mary Boes" Memorial 5K Fun Run/walk, Breakfast of Champions featuring as guest speaker, Howard Myers, veteran, runner and winner of the prestigious Mass Mutual "Freshman Five" award, Whole Foods Market Wine Tasting or come out for ice cream and an antique car show.
Michigan Senior Olympics is a non profit organization that promotes healthy lifestyles by organizing state games, sports competitions, plus health, fitness, nutrition, and wellness programs for the over 50 age group.
We invite you to become a member of MSO, join as an athlete or attend one of our social/fundraising events. You support is critical to the success of the Michigan Senior
Olympic program and you will be taking responsibility for supporting people leading healthy lifestyles in the State of Michigan.
Visit www.michiganseniorolympics.org or call 1-800-400-8161 for a complete list of events and to register on line.
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Pet of the Week
 Hi, I'm Buddy! I am a five-year-old Labrador Retriever/Chinese Shar-Pei
mix, and I cannot wait to be your best friend! I am a very gentle boy, but I
also love to play fetch! My adoption fee includes sterilization surgery,
age-appropriate vaccinations and much more! Please visit or call the Michigan
Humane Society Rochester Hills Center for Animal Care at 248-852-7420 and
provide my Pet ID number, 10476624. |
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