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Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce
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Rochester Regional Chamber E-Newsletter Presented by
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Greetings!
Today is the first "Think Tank" event of the year! Please join us at Fieldstone Winery for this dynamic new event. Details on this and other events happening this week follow.
Make your reservation today for our annual Community Outlook Luncheon being held on Tuesday, February 22, 2011 hosted by Oakland University and sponsored by Shelton Buick GMC. Individual tickets can be purchased for $35/Chamber member. The non-member price is $40/person.
Remember to send us your "Good News!" 50 words or less should be sent to Anne Burns at anneb@rrc-mi.com.
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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Featured Business of the Month - Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
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Upcoming Chamber Events
Click here to register
Monday, February 7, 2011 - TODAY!
Think Tank
3:30 p.m.
Fieldstone Winery
223 S. Main St.
Rochester, MI 48307
No charge
Wednesday, February 9, 2011-Please note date change
Business Development Series - Modernize Your Business PC
9:00 a.m.
Royal Park Hotel
600 E. University Drive
Rochester, MI 48307
No charge
Wednesday, February 9, 2011-Please note date change
Economic Development Committee Meeting
2:00 p.m.
Chamber Office
71 Walnut, Suite 110
Rochester, MI 48307
No charge
Tuesday February 22, 2011
Community Outlook Luncheon - sponsored by Shelton Buick GMC and hosted by Oakland University
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Oakland University Oakland Center
Rochester, MI
$35/Chamber member, $40 non-member
Wednesday February 23, 2011
Ambassador Network
4:00 p.m.
Rochester Hills Public Library
500 Olde Towne Rd.
Rochester, MI 48307
No charge
Monday February 28, 2011
Chamber Orientation
9:00 a.m.
Chamber Office
71 Walnut, Suite 110
Rochester, MI 48307
No charge
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OCN MIXER
Here's your chance to network with business professionals from across Oakland County.
DATE: Wednesday February 23, 2011
TIME: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
COST: CHAMBER MEMBERS $10/person advance registrations (must be received by 2/22/11)
$15 day-of-the-event and at-the-door MEMBER registrations
NON-CHAMBER MEMBER Rate-$25/per person
LOCATION: USB (Ultimate Sports Bar)
at the Pontiac Silverdome
1200 Featherstone Road, Pontiac, MI 48342
at the Main Event entrance
APPETIZERS - CASH BAR
Make your Reservation TODAY! You won't want to miss this chance to network with members of 30 Chambers serving Oakland County. Register Online at www.pontiacchamber.com or 248-335-9600. |
Congratulations!
 Chamber member Chris Fabian was honored by State Senator Jim Marleau and State Representative Tom McMillan at the Michigan Works Alumni Celebration in Lansing on Tuesday, January 25th for her "unwavering dedication and entrepreneurial attitude towards her successful creation and implementation of her own company, Control Shift Delete." The award goes on to say, "It is people like Christine Fabian, those with the will power to overcome adverse obstacles, the dedication to follow a dream, and the ability to see that dream come into fruition, who are the people that embody the goals and ideals of what not only this state, but what this country strives to encourage and facilitate."
Chris was one of 25 award recipients and was the representative for Oakland County.
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Welcome New Chamber Members
Janis DeGregory & Associates-Keller Williams Realty Janis DeGregory, Associate Broker Michelle Saylor, Associate Broker 45609 Village Blvd. Shelby Township, MI 48315 586-531-1023 Real Estate Rochester Bookkeeping & Tax Services Krassy Popova, Partner 1700 W. Hamlin Rd., Ste. 200 Rochester Hills, MI 48309 248-495-5494 www.rochesterbts.com Accounting & Bookkeeping Greater Oakland Charter Chapter, American Business Womens Assoc. Cathleen Gallagher, President Mary Mills, Treasurer 5065 Crooks Rd., #51 Royal Oak, MI 48073 248-288-1253 Business League |
Upcoming Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies
Thursday, March 17, 2011 - 4:00 p.m.
Wesley Dental & Associates, P.C.
2565 S. Rochester Rd.
Rochester Hills, MI 48307
No charge
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Member Spotlight
The Healing Arts at Crittenton Hospital Medical Center
ROCHESTER, MI - Crittenton Hospital Medical Center's Healing Arts Series brings an innovative program featuring speakers who will explore the non-traditional ways in which one's environment - through art, design, architecture and natural elements - can aid in the process of fully healing the body, mind and spirit.
The first of a three part series, "Healing through the Visual Arts" welcomes Jennifer Finkel, Ph.D. and Curator in the Art Program of Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Finkel will discuss the valuable role art has played in their facility by creating a soothing, therapeutic and stimulating atmosphere for patient rooms, lobbies and common areas. The Art Program, established by Cleveland Clinic in 2006, was created to enrich, inspire and enliven its patients, visitors, employees and community. The belief that art elevates the spirit and provides hope through the healing process has been accepted by many leading medical centers throughout the nation.
Jennifer Finkel received her B.A. in Art History from Georgetown University and her M.A. and Ph.D. in Italian Renaissance Art from Case Western Reserve. While in graduate school, she worked in the Curatorial Department at the Cleveland Museum of Art and served as adjunct faculty in Art History departments at several Cleveland area universities. Since completing her dissertation in 2005, Jennifer has held her current position at Cleveland Clinic. At the Clinic, she oversees art acquisitions and installations at the main Cleveland campus as well as satellite hospitals and family health centers throughout Northeast Ohio, and in Weston and West Palm Beach, Florida. The Clinic's art collection is comprised of over 4000 contemporary artworks of all media that are spread throughout the 26 million square feet of facilities.
"Healing Through the Visual Arts" will be held on Thursday, February 24th at 7:00 pm in the Crittenton Hospital Medical Center Lobby. This program is free of charge and open to the community, however space is limited. Please call (248) 652-5345 or email FoundationEvents@crittenton.com for reservations.
The Crittenton Foundation is hosting the three-part series in the midst of a community-wide fundraising effort, named the Cornerstone Campaign, to build a new five-story patient tower. The tower will add approximately 173,000 square feet of needed space and 90 private patient rooms. "As an important part of a patient's healing process, the healing arts will play an integral role in the new tower," says Katy Olsen, Crittenton Foundation President.
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Weekly Wellness Tip from HAP
Your water needs vary depending on many factors, such as how active you are, but for the most part, we can still rely on the old "8x8" rule. Drink eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day. To create a cool splash of flavor, add frozen fruit to your glass.
www.hap.org
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February Business Workshops Offered By Oakland County
Business owners and entrepreneurs who need assistance are invited to attend seminars in February offered by the Oakland County Business Center. Business Basics workshops are now offered in the evenings on alternating months.
For pre-registration and location specifics, visit our website at oakgov.com/peds/calendar, or call (248) 858-0783.
Working for Yourself: The Ins & Outs of Becoming a Consultant, a Contractor, or Service Provider - Are you an experienced professional with valuable-defined skill sets, looking for a new career avenue? Think about taking your expertise and becoming an independent consultant, a contractor, or a service provider. Explore the steps to form your business (LLC or other), market yourself and your services, create an action-oriented business plan, and define your client engagement. Take away from your experience, a 1-2 page action-business plan to help you start, build and sustain a successful service-oriented business.
Tuesday, February 8, from 9:00 a.m. to Noon
Oakland County Executive Office Building Conference Center,
2100 Pontiac Lake Road, west of Telegraph, Waterford.
The fee is $40. No refunds.
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? Presented by The Oakland County Business Center, The Entrepreneur's Source, Oakland County Market Research Department, and a Business Reference Librarian.
Tuesday, February 8, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Oakland County Executive Office Building Conference Center,
2100 Pontiac Lake Road, west of Telegraph, Waterford.
This workshop is free, but pre-registration is required.
CEED Microloan Orientation - Many small businesses face obstacles when trying to obtain a business loan. The recognition of the serious need for working capital for existing businesses, start-up or expansion, equipment purchases, and job creation is not the priority it once was. If you have a need for alternative financing consider the MicroLoan Program. Discover the requirements and process necessary to apply and obtain a microloan. Program Presented by Center for Empowerment & Economic Development (C.E.E.D.)
Wednesday, February 9, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Oakland County Executive Office Building Conference Center,
2100 Pontiac Lake Road, west of Telegraph, Waterford.
This workshop is free, but pre-registration is required.
Social Media Marketing - Part 1 Millions of people use social media for fun, but they are also powerful business tools that encourage communication and collaboration. Before you start using social-media tools, learn how they work and what they offer. They can enable internal collaboration, allow information-sharing with external partners, exchange information with your customers, and harness the collective ingenuity of the public to build brand advocates. You will learn what it means to be engaged in social networking, which social networks are the most effective for conducting business, how to select the right tools for the job, how to protect yourself and your business, what you need before you get started. Part I of a three part series.
Tuesday, February 15, 2010 from 6:00 pm. to 9:00 p.m.
Oakland County Executive Office Building Conference Center,
2100 Pontiac Lake Road, west of Telegraph, Waterford.
The fee is $40. No refunds.
SBA Forum on Small Business Lending - Before you apply for a business loan, we recommend that you first attend the SBA Forum on Small Business Lending. This is a free loan orientation conducted by a business banker, a business consultant from the SBA's network of Small Business Development Centers, and an SBA representative. During the roundtable, we'll debunk the myths and demystify the process of small business financing. You'll learn how the lending process works and what is expected of you and you'll understand how the SBA can assist with our SBA Guaranteed Loan Program. This session is best suited to those who have good credit, a solid business idea, and some money to invest in their business. Because the SBA does not provide loan guarantees to real estate investment firms, including purchasing and rehabbing houses for sale, this type of financing is not discussed at the roundtables. Presented by Small Business Administration (SBA) Representative, Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center (MI-SBTDC) Consultant and Business Banker
Wednesday, February 16, from 9:00 a.m. to Noon
Oakland County Executive Office Building Conference Center,
2100 Pontiac Lake Road, west of Telegraph, Waterford.
This workshop is free, but pre-registration is required.
Fundamentals of Starting 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.
Thursday, February 16, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Oakland County Executive Office Building Conference Center,
2100 Pontiac Lake Road, west of Telegraph, Waterford.
The fee is $30. No refunds.
FastTrac® Listening to Your Business Workshop - The day-to-day responsibilities of running your own business leave little time to focus on long-time vision, goals and strategies. Find time in your schedule to spend it with Listening to your Business, a half-day workshop from FastTrac®. Created for entrepreneurs just like you, Listening to Your Business makes the most of the knowledge you have about your business-and the limited time you have to make it better.
Friday, February 18, 2010 from 8:00 a.m. to Noon
Oakland County Executive Office Building Conference Center,
2100 Pontiac Lake Road, west of Telegraph, Waterford.
The fee is $50. No refunds.
Women's Business Certification (WBE) Orientation - Learn about the benefits and process of becoming a Women's Business Enterprise (WBE.) Benefits include certification to private sector WBE's and access to procurement opportunities with major national companies. For additional information visit miceed.org. Presented by the Michigan Women's Business Council.
Wednesday, February 23, 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Oakland County Executive Office Building Conference Center,
2100 Pontiac Lake Road, west of Telegraph, Waterford.
The fee is $25 (Please make checks payable to WBEC-GL). No refunds.
Fundamentals of Writing a Business Plan is a workshop for small business owners who are developing a plan to serve as their road map to success. Workshop participants will learn what elements are commonly found in effective plans and will work on developing each of these for their own business. Assistance in the process as well as information on resources will be provided.
Thursday, February 23, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Oakland County Executive Office Building Conference Center,
2100 Pontiac Lake Road, west of Telegraph, Waterford.
The fee is $40, which includes all materials. No refunds.
The Web site address for Oakland County Planning & Economic Development Services Workshops is oakgov.com/peds/calendar.
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Annual Community Outlook Luncheon
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Featured Business of the Month -Sign Up Today!  |
Online Coupons on Chamber Website
Click here to download the PDF version.
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Introducing the Rochester-Rochester Hills-Oakland Twp. Lifestyle
Media Kit
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Member Advertisements
sponsored by Health Alliance Plan of Michigan |
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Crittenton Hospital Medical Center Healing Arts Series
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MG Photography & Design
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TCF Bank Presents Barbara A. Markham
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BUFFALO WILD WINGS
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 Whether it's a holiday party, or business affair, the "chiladogs" are the perfect group of top professionals in the Detroit area to enhance your event.
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Whole Foods Market
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LOW COST WOMEN'S HEART DISEASE SCREENINGS OFFERED
Rochester Hills, MI - In honor of American Hearth Month, Wayne State University Family Medicine Center is offering heart disease screenings for women on Saturday, Feb. 12 from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., at 1135 W. University Dr., Suite 250 in Rochester Hills (in the Medical Office Building on the campus of Crittenton Hospital.) The cost for the screening is $20.
Included in the screening will be a lipid profile: total cholesterol, LDL and HDL, glucose levels (blood sugar), blood pressure and body mass index (BMI). For the most accurate assessment fasting for at least eight hours prior is preferred (no breakfast). Participants will receive a risk assessment and discuss the results with a Wayne State University Family Medicine physician. Educational materials will be provided.
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in women in the United States. There are several different types of heart disease. The most common type of heart disease is coronary artery disease or a heart attack, which is caused by plaque in the heart arteries. Other types include a heart failure, irregular heart rhythm or heart beat and heart valve disease.
The most common symptom of coronary heart disease is angina or pain, which is usually felt in the chest, but may also be felt in the shoulders, arms, neck, throat, jaw, or back. Other symptoms include shortness of breath, palpitations (irregular heartbeats or a flip-flop feeling in your chest), a rapid heartbeat, weakness or dizziness, nausea and sweating. Risk factors for heart disease include high cholesterol, high blood pressure, diabetes, cigarette smoking, obesity, poor diet, lack of physical activity, age and family history.
In addtion, Wayne State University Family Medicine is offering free pedometers (while supplies last) to patients if they schedule an appointment during the month of February and wear red to their appointment.
To schedule an appointment or for more information, call (248) 650-6301. Walk-ins will be accepted. If participants are unable to attend the screening Feb. 12, they may call to schedule an appointment at another time during regular office hours. Same-day appointment and extended hours are also available. The $20 fee will be honored until April 30, 2011.
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IGNITE AUTOMOTIVE 2
WHAT:
An evening of automotive conversations with a twist. Fast-paced, thought-provoking, and social, Ignite is a high-energy evening of five-minute talks by people who have an idea-and the guts to get onstage and share it with their hometown crowd. Connected through the global Ignite network, it's a force for raising the collective IQ and building connections in cities across the globe via video streaming and archives.
HOW:
At Ignite Automotive, speakers have exactly five minutes to enlighten us - backed by 20 slides that auto-advance every 15 seconds, whether they like it or not.
As an attendee, you'll learn about innovative concepts emerging within the industry, while networking with a diverse crowd of those passionate about the industry. As a speaker, you'll land a platform that challenges not only the way you present your ideas, but grants you access to an audience eager to listen.
WHO:
This year's speakers include Anthony Oliver, Brian Mulloy, Doug Van Slembrouck, John Harding, Mike Donoughe, Nick Britsky, Nikunj Jain, Robert Brincheck, Russ Wolfe and Sandy Fiaschetti.
Topics include:
- Two Ton API Client
- The US Auto Industry Must Reclaim Innovation Leadership
- Car Sharing, Turning an Idle Vehicle Into a Profitable Asset
- Why the Auto Industry Needs Open Source
- Anthropomorphism in the Design of Sustainable Vehicles
- Twinkie Cars, Cupcake Mobiles & the Rise of Hackerspaces
WHEN:
Our second event, Ignite Automotive 2, will be held on Tuesday, February 8, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. As part of Global Ignite Week, we'll join over 45 events across five continents during the week of February 7-11.
WHERE:
Walter P. Chrysler Museum
One Chrysler Drive
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Tickets are $5 and must be purchased in advance online at http://www.igniteautomotive.org. All proceeds from the event will be donated to the museum.
Enlighten us, but make it quick!
Ignite Automotive is a community event entirely driven by volunteers, from sponsors to organizers to speakers. If you're interested in helping out or have questions, call us at (248) 325-8009 or send us an email at ignite (at) igniteautomotive.org.
Connect with us:
Twitter: http://twitter.com/IgniteAuto
Linked In: http://www.linkedin.com/groups/Ignite-Automotive-2169757
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/IgniteAuto
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KRISTIN CAMPAGNE, FINANCIAL ADVISOR You only need one... The Free Forever IRASM from Morgan Stanley Smith Barney An IRA here, a Rollover IRA there, and even retirement funds left in plans offered by former employers... Are your retirement savings divided among several accounts at various locations? Consolidating your funds at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney could provide multiple benefits such as a more comprehensive investment strategy, greater investment flexibility, simplified tracking and paperwork, and lower costs. A special offer When you add, transfer and/or roll over at least $50,000 to a Morgan Stanley Smith Barney IRA, we will waive your annual maintenance fee for the life of the account. Please note that this offer is available until April 30, 2011. Call today to take advantage of this limited time offer. Kristin Campagne Financial Advisor 220 Park Street, Suite 220 Birmingham, MI 48009 248-593-7540 Kristin.campagne@mssb.com
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INCOME TAX PREPARATION FOR ONLY $49
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Tablescapes and Brunch at the Royal Park Hotel
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Oakland Christian Schools
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Rochester Junior Woman's Club to host annual Card Party benefiting the Crittenton Hospital Camisole Fund!
Rochester, MI (January 31, 2011) -- The Emeritus group of the Rochester Junior Woman's Club extends an invitation to any one who would like to have a fun evening for a great cause!
Annually, RJWC sponsors a fund raising event benefiting the Crittenton Hospital Camisole Fund. The Crittenton Hospital Auxiliary provides a camisole to their mastectomy patients after surgery. It is a wonderful opportunity to support the women in our own community.
The event will be held Monday, February 28, 2011, at The Rivercrest banquet facility, 900 W. Avon Rd, Rochester Hills, 7 pm - 10 pm. $18 per person includes a wonderful dinner, a wide array of fabulous deserts, soft drinks, coffee and tea. A cash bar will also be available.
Play euchre, bridge, yahtze or any card or board game! Just come out for a fun evening in support of a great local charity.
Also, for the fifth year in a row, the Macomb Quilt Guild has generously donated 3 beautiful hand made quilts that will be available for raffle during the event.
With strong support from the community, the Crittenton Auxiliary, RJWC, and the Emeritus group, we have raised in excess of $20,000 over the years, for this wonderful cause.
To reserve your tables, please contact Randa Volbrecht: 248-373-1415 or Cathy Sage: 248-377-4093, by February 21, 2011!
For more information on the Rochester Junior Woman's Club, you can also visit our website at www.rhpl.org./rjwc/
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Office Space Available
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.
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SOMA KNOWS A KIND HEART
Soma Intimates Bra Donation Drive
When - Saturday, February 12th
Where - Soma Intimates
The Village of Rochester Hills
Bring in your new or gently used bras to help us reach our store goal of 500 bras. Soma has partnered with several local womens shelters Looking for My Sister, Grace Center of Hope and Lighthouse of Oakland County to help women in need.
Receive 10% off your entire purchase and enter a drawing for a FREE bra.
Enjoy some girl time with a steaming cup of hot cocoa and cookies.
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ROCHESTER OPTIMIST CLUB ANNOUNCES STUDENT ORATORICAL CONTEST DETAILS
The Rochester Area Optimist Club's Oratorical Contest will be held at the Rochester Hills Public Library, in downtown Rochester on Saturday, March 12, 2011, at 9:30 am. The contest is open to students under the age of 19 as of 12/31/10, and the theme is "If I were Leader of the Free World, the First Issue I would Address would be." Speeches must be a minimum of four minutes and a maximum of five minutes. The deadline for entries is Friday, March 4th.
Questions regarding the Oratorical contest or requests for applications should be directed to Rochester Optimist Club members Carol Rafferty @ 248-650-4332 or Gay Berg @ gaymberg@aol.com.
At the local Rochester level, a $200 Savings Bond will be awarded to the first place winner and a second place winner will be awarded a $100 Savings Bond. First place winners of the March 12th Club Contest will move on to the Zone/Regional Oratorical Contest to be held in April. Winners will go on to the District Contest in May where a $1500 prize will be awarded to the first place male and female winners.
The Rochester Club's projects are selected and conducted by the Club's members, who range from business owners and professional service providers to members of the school community and retirees, to accomplish the Optimist mission of Bringing Out The Best In Kids. The Rochester Area Optimist Club meets on Thursdays. To learn more, please visit www.rochesterareaoptimists.org.
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ReSale Connection
ReSale Connection's $ 5.00 End of Season Sale February 8 thru February 12 Womens Clothing $ 5.00 or less (excludes Consignment items) 204 S. Main Street, Rochester ( 248 656 0414) Hours: Tues.-Fri 10-5:30 Sat.10 -4, Closed Sun.& Mon.
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Paint Creek Center for the Arts
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Date Set for the 2011 Relay for Life of Greater Rochester
DATE SET FOR THE 2011 RELAY FOR LIFE OF GREATER ROCHESTER Celebrate. Remember. Fight Back.
(ROCHESTER, MI) - It's time to fight back against cancer. This year's Relay For Life will take place on June 25th at Hart Middle School begining at 9:00 a.m. and continuing through 9:00 a.m. on June 26th.
Relay For Life is dedicated to increasing awareness and raising funds to fight cancer. As the Society's signature event, Relay has been bringing cancer survivors and anyone touched by the disease together for more than 20 years.
Held overnight in honor of the fact that cancer never sleeps, Relay For Life has grown from a single event to the largest grassroots movement nationwide. The event will celebrate people who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and provide participants with an opportunity to fight back against the disease.
Relay brings together friends, families, businesses, hospitals, schools, faith-based groups - people from all walks of life - all aimed at furthering the American Cancer Society's vision of creating a world with less cancer and more birthdays. Teams of not only raise dollars and camp out overnight, but also participate in fun activities and ceremonies. Last year, 42 teams participated in the Greater Rochester event raising $129.700.
"Relay For Life provides an enviormnment where everyone in our community to join in the fight against cancer," said Patty DeShetler, Event Chairperson. "It is truly inspiring to witness the cancer survivors in our community celebrate their victory over the disease."
This year the Rochester Relay has been selected as an enrollment site for the third Cancer Prevention Study (CPS-3) of the American Cancer Society. This is a one time opportunity, a hands-on way for us to be personally involved in research and to play a significant role in cancer prevention. Being involved in this Cancer Prevention Study means we will have the potential to impact the lives of so many people and change the course of our future and our children's future as we learn ways to prevent cancer.
Community members can also start or join a team by following the links to our local Relay event on www.relayforlife.org/rochestermi or donations can be made at this website.
For more information on how you can get involved there will be a kick off event at St Pauls Church 620 Romoeo Road in Rochester on April 13th from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. Please contact Kathryn Brennan at Kathryn.Brennan@cancer.org or (248) 663-3436 if you are interested in attending or if you would like more information about the Relay and/or the Cancer Prevention Study 3.
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