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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.mibenefitadvisor.com/rochesterregionalchamber.

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The Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce partners with the Detroit Regional Chamber to provide members with additional time and money saving products and services.  Two of the most popular programs are the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan program and the Office Depot program.

Representatives from the Detroit Regional Chamber will be reaching out to members in the coming months to discuss these benefit programs. 

 

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The Rochester Area Ministerial Association in partnership with Rochester Community Schools will sponsor a celebration in honor of the teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at a service to be held on Sunday, January 16, 2011 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. at St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 620 Romeo Rd. in Rochester.

 

The event will feature presentations from the student essay contest winners, Lake Orion Drummers, children's choirs from multiple churches and public schools, liturgical dancers, and light refreshments. This event will include Rochester Hills Mayor Bryan K. Barnett and Rochester Mayor Jeffrey Cuthbertson 'call to action' for the cities' 'Make a Difference Day' in April.

 

The Rev. Dr. Ken Johnson, retired psychologist who worked within the State of Michigan Prison System and developed the 'Peace Initiative: We'll Work for Peace' organization will speak on the theme of 'Service to the Community: Keeping Martin Luther King's Dream Alive'. The program is open to the public and is free of charge.

 

Background:

In January of 1995, a group of parents from the Paint Creek Unitarian Universalist Congregation approached Beverly Stone, Assistant Superintendent of Schools, to initiate plans for the first Martin Luther King Day celebration. In the following year, when, for the first time, the schools had a holiday for Martin Luther King Day, PCUUC worked with the school district to organize a Martin Luther King Day program, with Unitarian Universalist writer Rosemary Bray McNatt as speaker. The event which first drew 50 people has grown to hundreds of participants.

 

The City of Rochester, Michigan will be featured in an upcoming episode of the brand new PBS television series  "Under The Radar Michigan." The Rochester episode will air Saturday, January 29th at 10:30AM, and again
Thursday, February 3rd at 7:30 PM. The program will also be repeated throughout 2011. The show is hosted by longtime Rochester resident, Tom Daldin.

Under The Radar Michigan is a fast paced new travel and discovery program that explores Michigan's cool cities and countless hidden treasures.  The program is currently airing two and three times a week on every PBS
television station in Michigan. The program also airs all across Canada, Ohio and parts of Wisconsin. The 30-minite show features the people, places and things that make Michigan a great place to be.

Filming for the Rochester segment took place the night of The Big Bright Light Show, November 29th. The three-camera crew captured the entire event along with all the festivities leading up to it. The UTR crew also spent
the day exploring Rochester businesses and talking with some of its most interesting people.

"I've been all over the world, and Michigan cities and neighborhoods stand up as some of the greatest places to call home," explains Under The Radar Michigan host and Rochester native Tom Daldin. "The true mission of the
program is to discover and uncover the thousands of incredible 'under the radar' people, places and things we may not know about in Michigan. I consider Rochester to be one of Michigan's greatest places to live, so
featuring it in the show was a "no-brainer."

"All of us at UTR productions are excited about this new project," explained program co-creator Jim Edelman. "This show is something we all need right now in Michigan. It has the potential to energize the entire
state and put us all back on the path to peace of mind and prosperity."

"At PBS, we believe in putting the community first by sharing the power of media to help others achieve their goals," explains DPTV Station Manager and COO Dan Alpert. "With this new program, our goal is to help the people
of Michigan see what a great thing we've got here in the Great Lakes State, improving self perception and the state's economy. We also hope this exciting new program will help remind our young and talented people
about the many reasons to build their future here in Michigan."

About The Host: Tom Daldin is an Emmy award winning actor producer and writer, who has a natural ability to truly connect with people. As a lifetime resident, Tom is an energetic and compelling Michigan enthusiast
who has traveled to every part of our state. With this exciting program, he will help viewers discover all the cool people, places and things that make Michigan a great place to live and vacation.

In each episode, the UTR crew travels from city to city uncovering the people, places and things that make Michigan a great place to be. To learn more about "Under The Radar Michigan", visit utrmichigan.com.  To become a fan of the program, visit the "Under The Radar Michigan" Facebook page and send in suggestions for future shows.

Rochester, Michigan - Is the pulse of your Kitchen or Bath getting weaker by the minute?  Learn how to breathe new life into your home at Dillman & Upton's Kitchen & Bath Clinic on Thursday, February 3rd at 7:00 pm.

Forget the sales pitch, get answers to all your questions in a fun, small group setting.  Discover new wood species in cabinets and floors, dramatic countertops, fabulous tile and much more.

Special bonus this clinic includes a chance to win $1,000 towards any installation project!

"Homeowners can research on-line and get ideas from home network shows," says Dillman & Upton co-owner Brad Upton, "but there's nothing like being in full-size displays and seeing and touching the real thing for yourself.  This free class also helps homeowners get comfortable with the whole selection and installation process.  It teaches them how to remodel on a budget and still get what they'll love."

With over 100 years in the building business, family-owned Dillman & Upton continues to be a major supplier of quality construction products and full-service, installation services.

Space for the class is limited and always fills fast.  Make your reservation on-line at www.dillmanupton.com or call or visit Dillman & Upton at 607 Woodward Street in Downtown Rochester, 248.651.9411.

WATERFORD, Mich. - Jan. 13, 2011 - There's extra fun to be had at the fourth annual Fire & Ice Fest as the event expands to three days, Jan. 29 - 30, in downtown Rochester.  Cross country skiing, a figure skating exhibition and a "Soup-Off" contest are new to this year's event and old favorites, such as snow shoeing, ice sculptures, dog sled rides and ice skating are among the winter attractions planned. This family event is presented by Oakland County, Oakland County Parks, the Rochester Downtown Development Authority (DDA), City of Rochester and Rochester Hills. Events are free to the public.

County Executive L. Brooks Patterson and local dignitaries officially open the event Friday at 7:50 p.m.  A spectacular fireworks display will follow the brief ceremony near the corner of East Third and Water Streets, at about 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday. The fireworks are sponsored by Soave Real Estate and Hour Detroit.

"There is something for everyone," Patterson said. "Fire & Ice has really come of age as a popular community event. It has gotten better every year. You can learn to snow shoe, take a ride down the tube sledding hill, go on a horse-drawn carriage ride or just enjoy the ice carvings. We live in a state that embraces winter and I hope everyone takes advantage of it. And fireworks in the winter are spectacular."

The TasteFest, sponsored by Rochester Mills Beer Co., will be open on Friday and Saturday, and includes offerings from: Bean & Leaf Café; Boho Cupcakes; Buffalo Wild Wings; Chomp Deli & Grille; O'Connor's Public House and Rochester Mills Beer Co., which also will offer beer for the event.  The "Soup-Off" contest will be held in the TasteFest tent on Sunday. Patrons can purchase samples as a fundraiser for the Fire & Ice Fest and vote for their favorite soups. 

"This event continues to evolve each year," said Stacey Keast, Rochester DDA events coordinator.  "It has become a true community favorite and we are thrilled to work with all of our partners to host the event."

More information about the event can be found at www.oakgov.com or www.DowntownRochesterMI.com.

The Fire & Ice Fest is sponsored by Oakland County, Oakland County Parks, the Rochester Downtown Development Authority, City of Rochester, Rochester Hills, Soave Real Estate, Hour Detroit, Rochester Mills Beer Co., Concentra, The Brooksie Way, Renewal by Andersen, Oakland County Credit Union, Buffalo Wild Wings, Genisys Credit Union, Franklin Title and Shelton Buick GMC.

The festival runs Friday from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday in downtown Rochester. The event schedule is as follows:

The 2011 Fire & Ice Fest is the weekend of January 28 - 30, in downtown Rochester.  This event is a partnership between Oakland County, Oakland County Parks, Downtown Rochester, the City of Rochester and Rochester Hills.  It is a winter festival unlike any other in the Metro Detroit area; the highlights of the event include fireworks displays, an ice sculpture show, a taste-fest, a tubing hill, ice skating, dog sled rides, snow-shoeing and more.

Volunteers are needed for a series of two - three hour shifts over the course of the weekend.  Help is needed with the tube-sledding hill, dog sled rides, ice skating rink, snow-shoeing, cross country skiing and more.  Those interested should contact Rachel Boyd at boydr@oakgov.com or 248-975-9717.  She has a complete list of tasks and schedules. 

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Enjoy a spaghetti dinner during the Rochester Fire & Ice Fest and support Rochester Area Youth Assistance programs.  Rochester Fireworks are at 8:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday evenings!!!

 

FRIDAY, JANUARY 28, 2011 - 5:00 - 8:00 P.M.

AND

SATURDAY, JANUARY 29, 2011 - 4:00 - 8:00 P.M.

Rochester Fire Department - 277 E. Second St.   Rochester

 

$9.00 ADULTS/$4.00 children 10 and under

$25.00 - Family of 5 (children 10 and under)

Includes spaghetti, salad, dessert & beverage

 

PANCAKE BREAKFAST FUNDRAISER

SUNDAY, JANUARY 30, 2011 - 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Rochester Fire Department - 277 E. Second St.     Rochester

 

$6.00 ADULTS and $3.00 CHILDREN 10 AND UNDER

Includes pancakes, waffles, sausage and beverage

 

 

     SPONSORED BY ROCHESTER AREA YOUTH ASSISTANCE & THE ROCHESTER FIRE DEPT.

 (A portion of each ticket benefits Rochester Area Youth Assistance programs.)

(Rochester Area Youth Assistance is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit agency.)                

Rochester, Mich. - January 10, 2011 - A snowy Sunday in January is the perfect time to go to the movies.   The Rainbow Connection has partnered with the new Emagine Theatre in Rochester Hills to bring you a great movie deal perfect for the whole family! On Sunday, January 30th come watch all the new release movies you want with free popcorn and pop for the very low price of just $25. Emagine Theatre is donating the tickets to The Rainbow Connection so 100% of each ticket will help make dreams come true for Michigan children with life threatening illnesses.

"It's a great deal" says Mary Grace McCarter, Executive Director at The Rainbow Connection. "We call it the Winterfest Movie Marathon and you can come and go throughout the day, watching as many movies as you like while helping the wish kids.  This is a wonderful opportunity to support these brave Michigan kids and have fun doing it. We priced it reasonably so everyone who wants to join in could do so. The proceeds will directly impact the lives of children living right here in our own communities." 

Tickets can be purchased by phone, mail or online at www.rainbowconnection.org.  For more information about the Winterfest Movie Marathon, please call The Rainbow Connection at 248-601-9474. 

Founded in 1985 by Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Paterson, The Rainbow Connection grants wishes to Michigan children stricken with life threatening illness and so much more.  It is like an extension of the family, offering support during this most difficult time and linking wish families to other services they may need whatever they may be.  With the help of the community, these Michigan families know they are not alone. 

Have you ever been a member of the Rochester Junior Woman's Club? RJWC will be celebrating their 55^th Anniversary at their meeting on Thursday April 21, 2011 at the Rochester Community House.  All past and present members are invited and encouraged to attend this evening. Desserts and light refreshments will be served.

 

The celebration will begin with a social hour at 6:30 p.m. followed by speakers highlighting the vision and accomplishments of the women, past and present, who have unselfishly given of their time, talents and support to the Rochester Community over the past 55 years.

 

The Rochester Junior Woman's Club (RJWC) has been serving the community since 1956.  It is a service organization involved in promoting education, supporting and participating in the art, preserving natural resources, working on behalf of the elderly, children and families in need.

 

In it's early years, RJWC participating in launching many local landmarks including Crittenton Hospital, Rochester Hills Public Library, Rochester Community House and the OPC to name a few. 

 

RJWC is often most remembered for their performances of the Red Stocking Revenue, a variety show with many local community members who participated for many years.  The last Red Stocking Revue was held in 2001, the club's 45^th anniversary. 

 

Over the past few years, RJWC has supported the new OPC facility, renovation projects at Meadow Brook Hall, Rochester Neighborhood House, South Oakland Shelter, Band of Angels, Avon Players, and Rochester Community House.

 

The club is very still active in the community today! RJWC provides hands on services to our seniors by serving meals and helping at special events at the OPC, two scholarships through the Greater Rochester Foundations are awarded annually; they actively volunteer at Paint Creek Center for the Arts and participate in Relay for Life.  The Emeritus Group sponsors an annual card party to raise funds for the Crittenton Hospital Auxiliary camisole program for mastectomy patients.

 

Overall, the club has provided more than 1 million hours of community services and donated more than $735,000.00 to local charities and organizations.

 

At this time, the club is preparing for their Spring Luncheon and Boutique Shopping event that will occur on March 19^th at the Royal Park Hotel. Proceeds from this year's event will go to Blessings in a Backpack, Rochester PTA Council's Rachel's Challenge Program and Stoney Creek Schoolhouse Interpretation at the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm.

 

If you would like be attend the 55^th Anniversary event or would like more information on the luncheon or the club in general, please contact Lynn at 248 652 2765 or lmo102967@wowway.com. For more information on the Rochester Junior Woman's Club, you can also visit our website at www.rhpl.org./rjwc/ .

 

The Alzheimer's Association will be doing a presentation on January 26, 2011 regarding Home Safety at The Quality of Life Adult Day Health Care Center located at: 3100 Cross Creek Parkway, Ste. 160 Auburn Hills, MI 48326.  The time will be 6:30 pm-8p.m.

Topics to be discussed: · Home safety · Driving safety · Medication safety · Tips to prevent wandering · Home safety checklist

Light refreshments will be served and a free gift will be provided, compliments of our clients and made by them in their workshop.  RSVP is necessary as space is limited.

248-364-4064

Contact Jackie Smiertka, R.N., if you should have any questions.

Interested in subleasing an office?  We have a beautiful 3,000 sq. ft. office in Auburn Hills, totally furnished.  If you are interested please contact Jackie at The Quality of Life Center, 248-364-4064.

Jimmy Chase

Meet Jimmy Chase! A 3-month-old Doberman/Pit Bull Terrier mix, Jimmy is a sociable and friendly pup, with big brown eyes that warm your heart. Jimmy plays well with other dogs and is looking for an active home that can provide him with lots of activity and play. The adoption fee includes sterilization, age-appropriate vaccinations and much more. Please visit or call the Michigan Humane Society's Rochester Hills Center for Animal Care at (248) 852-7420 and provide the pet ID number, 11906802.