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Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce
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Rochester Regional Chamber E-Newsletter Presented by
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 | | Sheri Heiney, Executive Director |
Greetings!
Good afternoon! I hope you will be able to join us at Wednesday's Business Exchange Luncheon at beautiful Fortesa Restaurant and Bar in downtown Rochester. The details are below!
If you were unable to attend our recent Community Outlook Luncheon or press conference last month, you are able to view both events in their entirety by clicking the following links.
Luncheon
Press Conference
Also, I wanted to make a special mention that the Rochester Hometown Christmas Parade Committee is now accepting nominations for this year's Grand Marshal. Click here to download the form to submit a nomination.
Please check our calendars below for upcoming Chamber events and upcoming Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies. We have several Ribbon Cuttings booked. We hope you will be able to join us in supporting these new businesses. Remember to send us your "Good News!" 50 words or less should be sent to Anne Burns at [email protected]. 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
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Coffee at COSTCO
8:00 - 10:00 a.m.
COSTCO Auburn Hills
400 Brown Rd.
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
No charge
Wednesday, March 9 2011
YPR Meeting
4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Chamber Office
71 Walnut, Suite 110
Rochester, MI 48307
No charge
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Business Exchange Luncheon
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Fortesa Restaurant and Bar
543 Main Street, Suite 311
Rochester, MI 48307
$25 pre-paid, $30 at door
Friday, March 18, 2011
New Member Breakfast sponsored by Flagstar Bank
8:30 - 10:00 a.m.
Crowne Plaza Hotel
1500 Opdyke Rd.
Auburn Hills, MI 48326
No charge
Friday, March 25, 2011
Coffee Talk sponsored by Flagstar Bank
8:30 - 10:00 a.m.
LaSala Banquet Center
6840 N. Rochester Rd.
Rochester Hills, MI 48306
No charge
Monday, March 28, 2011
Chamber Orientation
9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Chamber Office
71 Walnut, Suite 110
Rochester, MI 48307
No charge
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Good News!
Genisys Walks for Warmth
Auburn Hills, MI, March 1, 2011 - Genisys Credit Union was a platinum sponsor and exceeded their goal by raising nearly $31,000 this year for Oakland Livingston Human Service Agency's (OLHSA) Walk For Warmth. Genisys staff raised money through donations and selling stuffed penguins, electronic devices, gift baskets, raffles and other fundraisers.
"It's amazing to see the level of dedication our members and Genisys staff have toward this cause," said Jackie Buchanan, CEO. "Each year, our staff comes up with generous and innovative ways to raise money, which helps local families stay warm."
The event was held on February 27, 2011 at the Palace of Auburn Hills. A group of over 150 Genisys employees, family members and friends volunteered their time to walk and/or assist with the event. A Genisys Kiddie Court area was available for children during the walk complete with balloon creations, face painting, games and prizes. The Genisys Band was also on hand to perform songs customized for the event.
"Walk for Warmth is a success for our community because the citizens of our community are the ones giving back - it's people helping people," said Ron Borngessor, OLHSA CEO. "We are fortunate to have Genisys Credit Union on our side and believing what we believe: that the people make the difference."
100% of the proceeds raised will go toward helping heat the homes of families in need throughout Oakland County.
Genisys Credit Union is proud to be making a difference in our communities, and we truly believe that Genisys is "where you come first." We are locally owned, locally controlled and continue to be an award-winning organization for financial safety and soundness. Follow genisyscu on Facebook and Twitter for contests, promotions and other helpful information. A calendar of events can also be found on our website at www.genisyscu.org.
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Welcome New Chamber Members
Avon Players
Marlaina Jurco, VP-Community Relations Lesa Bydalek, VP-Productions P.O. Box 80332 Rochester, MI 48308 248-608-9077 www.avonplayers.org Non-profit Community Theatre Los Locos Cantina Linda Harrell, General Manager 6870 Rochester Rd. Rochester Hills, MI 48306 248-601-8888 www.loslocoscantina.com Food & Dining Relylocal Geof Schuetz, Owner 1178 Mill Valley Rochester Hills, MI 48306 586-850-6723 www.relylocal.com/rochester-michigan Computers/Technology |
Upcoming Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies
Tuesday, March 8, 2011 - 4:00 p .m.
Penny Black
124 W. 4th St.
Rochester, MI 48307
248-841-1522
www.pbrochester.com
Thursday, March 17, 2011 - 4:00 p.m.
Wesley Dental & Associates, P.C.
2565 S. Rochester Rd.
Rochester Hills, MI 48307
www.wesleydds.com
Thursday, March 24, 2011 - 4:00 p.m.
Rochester Ballroom
322 S. Main St., Suite 220
Rochester, MI 48307
www.rochesterballroom.com
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Thank You for Over 7 Years of Service
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After much deliberation, it has been determined that it is no longer economically viable for the Chamber to contract out the services that Carol Lowman provided regarding the recruitment of new members. Therefore, we are bringing these services in-house. We appreciate and thank Carol for the years of contribution, energy and service to the membership and the success of the Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce. And we sincerely thank her for her efforts, and wish her the best of luck in future endeavors.
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"SAY SOMETHING IN A POWERFUL WAY!"
"SAY SOMETHING IN A POWERFUL WAY" MARKETING AND ADVERTISING SEMINAR OFFERED BY THE ROCHESTER REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Rochester, MI - The Rochester Regional Chamber is hosting a seminar titled "Say Something in a Powerful Way" featuring George Piliouras, owner of George Piliouras & Associates LLC. This powerful seminar will help businesses understand if their marketing and advertising is getting results. The seminar will be held on Wednesday, April 13, 2011 from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. at the City of Rochester Hills Administration Building located at 1000 Rochester Hills Drive in Rochester Hills.
This workshop will cover several points, including whether a businesses' marketing message is getting noticed in a cluttered market, if the business is spending too much on marketing and advertising, clearly identifying the business brand, and if the business has a consistent message in the market. According to Mr. Piliouras, this seminar will have a "positive impact on your brand and get people to consider you over your competition!"
Chamber Executive Director, Sheri Heiney says "We are thrilled to offer this seminar to our members. Effective marketing is vital to a business's success.'"
George Piliouras & Associates is led by George Piliouras. Prior to taking an entrepreneurial turn, George served as Senior Vice President, Executive Creative Director at J. Walter Thompson Advertising where he oversaw all regional communications efforts and brand alliances for Ford. He also led creative, implemented, and supervised cross-brand communications efforts with American Idol and Ford and Ford's Ford Dealer Advertising Associates.
To register for "Say Something in a Powerful Way" contact the Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce at 248-651-6700 or visit www.rrc-mi.com. There is no charge to attend this seminar. The City of Rochester Hills office is located at 1000 Rochester Hills Drive in Rochester Hills.
The Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce thanks their partners Oakland University, Crittenton Hospital Medical Center, Shelton Buick GMC, Fox Automotive Group, Bill Fox Chevrolet, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and the Detroit Regional Chamber. The Mission of the Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce is to provide leadership by advancing business development in partnership with civic, cultural and educational interests for the benefit of its members and the community.
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February 7, 2011 ThinkTank Recap
The Power of Strategic Alliances
1. Partner with someone in your industry- Someone who has a special "niche" that you can refer clients to each other.
2. Planned Social Networking- Share post, like peoples comments, write referrals for other business professionals. Have it show up on their linkedin and their facebook wall.
3. Personal- Continuous face time. Take the time to reach out to your clients
4. Consistency- Touch Time- "Ticklers" and Personal Touch. Weekly and monthly. Take the time to care about your current and past clients.
5. Website and Social Media- Always accessible add your personality to it.
6. Post Articles- Post articles on your facebook, linkedin, blog, e newsletters, and twitter. When visiting colleagues facebook, twitter, and linkedin and hit "share" to repost it.
7. Write Articles- Get with your strategic alliances and write articles for each others newsletters.
8. PCN Group/ Networking Group- Have a mission statement and read it before every meeting. This will keep you focused on why you are there.
9. Personal Phone Call- Call your clients and your fellow business professionals and talk to them about a specific "ask." Let them know how they can refer to you.
10. Biz Card Dot System- Red, Green, Yellow. On business cards put a sticker on your connections cards. Have the understanding with what each color means. Green stickers are clients that you have to keep in touch with often, Yellow clients that you can get in touch with every other week or once a month, and red are the cards that you don't stay in touch with that much or not at all.
11. Email Signature- Put your "ask" in your email signature.
12. Commit to Community involvement-
13. Join & Participate in business networking events.
14. Cultivate personal relationships
15. Exchange Contact Info- Have follow ups, schedule 1 on 1's, keep in touch
16. Brochures- Come up with a hand out that has information about you and your trusted alliance. You can hand them to past and potential clients. It will help people understand how you can help them and cut down on the cost that it would normally cost you to print.
17. Ask for referrals
18. Non- Profits- Donating to non profits and keeping active with them. Be good to them and their members will be good to you.
19. Customers- Most of your customers want you to succeed. Keep them informed, treat them good, get to know them. They will bring you business.
20. School system- Be involved with your local schools. Donate to fundraisers/ volunteer. Grow your brand by being out there and meeting the parents.
21. Cross promotion with local businesses.
22. Business Card Contest- Have a monthly/ weekly drawing at your business for your customers. A drawing were they have to drop their business cards in. Here you will see what your customers do and how you could possibly work together.
23. "Power Group"- Form a team of 3-6 business professionals that you have synergy with. Ones that you are targeting the same clientele but not in direct competition with. See how you can send each other referrals/ cross promote.
24. Ads- To help with the price of ads combine your advertising dollars with your alliance.
25. Book speaking engagements- Get with someone that you have a strategic alliance with and target organizations/ companies that you guys can speak at. Make sure to target your demographic.
26. Build business with your existing clients - It is easier to build your business with your existing clients than to get new ones. Word of mouth is one of (if not the) the most powerful methods of advertising. Becoming known in your industry is your primary goal when networking. When you are known, you will get business.
27. Referral Programs- Have your clients/ Staff work for you. Have an on going referral program or a monthly program to help your existing clientele work for you.
28. Think outside the box- Always try and come up with new and exciting ways you and your strategic alliance can grow.
29. Cross promote your social media- Have contest on each others facebook fan pages to cross interact with your clients. The contest could be sponsored by your alliance or they can promote it for you. Write reviews on their facebook fanpage wall and like/ comment on their topics.
30. Interview- Interview your clients on video. Ask questions about what they do, what sets them apart, and how they can help people. Put this on blogs, youtube, your website, and facebook. Great way to promote each other, let your clients know what they do, and that you trust them.
31. Trade Shows- Set up booths together at events and trade shows. It will cut down the cost of the tables and you can promote to your same clientele.
32. Contest- Have in house contest sponsored by an alliance. Or go in with your alliance/ power group and sponsor a contest, go in on prize, or gift certificates.
33. Go to events together- Take your strategic alliance to events together. Going with a plan is a great way to meet more people faster. Bring people to your alliance and warm up the introduction.
34. Top Clients- Call your top clients and see how they are doing, let them know how they can help you, through specials or events for them. Have an event were they bring a friend. This is a great way to get new customers.
35. Referral partner- Get with your strategic alliance and focus on getting each other 1-3 referrals a week. If you have a power group of 4 people and you all focus on getting 2 referrals for each other a week. That could potentially be 288 new referrals a year.
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Introducing the Rochester-Rochester Hills-Oakland Twp. Lifestyle
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Member Spotlight - Genisys Credit Union
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Crittenton Hospital Medical Center Healing Arts Series
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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 [email protected]
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The Quality of Life Adult Day Health Care Center
The Quality of Life Adult Day Health Care Center located at 3100 Cross Creek Parkway, Ste. 160, Auburn Hills, will be featuring a Free St. Patrick's Day Caregiver and Senior Tea on March 14th. The time will be: 2 p.m.-3:30 p.m. We will have free refreshments, entertainment, raffle for prizes such as centerpieces, 1 hr. massage, fruit baskets, gift cards, etc. and everyone will receive a free gift. This event is open to all Caregivers and Seniors. Please R.S.V.P. as space is limited. 248-364-4064
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On Deck Saturday, March 12! Looking to remodel or reface your deck this summer? Check out what's new at Dillman & Upton's On Deck Saturday this March 12 from 10 am to 2 pm in Downtown Rochester. Preview the latest deck materials, meet the pro builders and see product demonstrations. You can even get an idea of professional installation costs while you enjoy a free hot dog and drink! Dillman & Upton has the best deck displays in southeast Michigan featuring maintenance free materials, railing systems, lighting and decorative hardware. Dillman & Upton also offers exclusive Deck Design Packages with Rebates and a Deck Center featuring take-home sample boards and signature GREEN Decking. The On Deck Saturdays will continue throughout the spring on April 16, May 14 and June 11. A special bonus offers 25% off all in-store, in-stock merchandise during these events. As a complete home center, lumberyard and hardware store, there's something for everybody! Family-owned and operated for over 100 years, Dillman & Upton is pleased to sponsor this free event. Dillman & Upton is located at 607 Woodward Street in Downtown Rochester. For more information call 248.651.9411 or visit www.dillmanupton.com. # # #
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Meadow Brook Hall & The Village of Rochester Hills
Spring Fever, Fashion & Fun: Social Stroll & Runway Show
Presented by Meadow Brook Hall and the Village of Rochester Hills
ROCHESTER, MI, February 25, 2011 − The Village of Rochester Hills and Meadow Brook Hall are hosting a Spring Fever, Fashion & Fun: Social Stroll & Runway Show on Friday, March 25 from 6:00 - 8:00pm. Attendees will get the "first view" of spring collections displayed by the Village's fine merchants in the ambiance of Meadow Brook Hall in a beautifully orchestrated two-part program. The opening hour-long Social Stroll allows guests to preview the latest spring-summer fashions while enjoying complimentary mini-makeovers, hors d'oeuvres and wine. Immediately following, attendees will join special guest Rebecca Voigt, 944 Detroit Managing Editor, in the ballroom for a "reveal" of the latest trends and fully commentated Runway Show. A spring fashion kick-off event not to be missed; admission is only $40 per person with all the inclusions listed and a goody bag of special offers from Village merchants. Also, the first fifty guests to register will also receive a $10 Village gift card! Throughout the year Meadow Brook Hall hosts a variety of educational programs and special events. All proceeds from the programs support the preservation and interpretation of The Hall. For more information and to make reservations for Spring Fever, Fashion & Fun: Social Stroll & Runway Show, call (248) 364-6263 or visit www.meadowbrookhall.org. The Village of Rochester Hills brings fashion, dining and ambiance together to create Rochester Hills' very own downtown. From Parisian to Whole Foods Market and fifty more shops and eateries, there is something for everyone. With parking available in front of your favorite store, shopping the Village is easy and convenient. Open Monday through Saturday from 10:00am to 9:00pm and Sundays from 12:00pm to 6:00pm. Visit www.thevorh.com for more information. 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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Mardi Gras and St. Patrick's Day Events Come To Rochester's Top Venues
Rochester, MI, February 25, 2011: Downtown Rochester, Michigan's Hills Group (Penny Black & The Hills Bar & Grille) are holding large events for Mardi Gras and St. Patrick's Day. Mardi Gras weekend kicks off Saturday March 5th with The BACARDI Gras Masquerade Ball at Penny Black, featuring DJ C4. Fat Tuesday will feature a number of events at Penny Black, including the restaurant's official ribbon cutting at 4pm, New Orleans themed specials such as alligator and jambalaya for dinner, and live broadcast on 106.7 The Beat starting at 7pm. The following week, St. Patrick's Day will begin at 7am with 75 cent green Miller Lite pints. Every hour the cost goes up 25 cents until 4pm, when it holds at $3 for the rest of the night. Spike from Channel 955's Mojo in the Morning Show will be LIVE at both The Hills Bar & Grille and Penny Black from 11am-4pm. The Hills will have the same drink specials as Penny Black. A trolley will run from 7am until 2am between The Hills and Penny Black, and Spike will make appearances and live call-ins to Channel 955 all day from The Hills, Penny Black, and the trolley. Plan to spend your entire St. Patrick's Day with The Hills and Penny Black, as you enjoy the outdoor patios, multiple bars, and the trolley. This will mark the first event to take place on the Penny Black patio and the first event of the year on The Hills patio.
Penny Black was named after the world's first adhesive postage stamp, paying homage to the building's former use as a US Post Office. The Hills Group created Penny Black as a fusion of Southwestern, BBQ, and Cajun concepts, and recently was awarded "Best Tex-Mex 2011" by Real Detroit Weekly. Cuisine specialties include house-smoked ribs, pulled pork, and brisket, as well as New Orleans favorites catfish and jambalaya. The bar features 18 rotating craft beers, highlighted by numerous Michigan crafts by Kuhnhenn, Shorts, Bells, Founders, Dragonmead and Frankenmuth Brewery. The Hills Bar & Grille is Rochester Hills' upscale casual dining venue with a wide array of choices for all palates, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Pizza sticks, Piedmontese burgers, and The Hills Gourmet Mac & Cheese highlight the eclectic menu. While an extensive martini and beer list stand out in the huge bar area, they are underscored by the 200" HD projection screen.
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Rochester Junior Woman's Club to host their annual "Spring Highlights" a boutique shopping event and luncheon at the Royal Park Hotel to benefit several local organizations
Rochester, MI - (February 14, 2011) -- The Rochester Junior Woman's Club presents "Spring Highlights", a boutique shopping event and luncheon. This fundraiser, which is open to the public, takes place on Saturday, March 19, 2011 from 10:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Royal Park Hotel, 600 East University Drive in Rochester, Michigan. Tickets are $40.00 and include great shopping with over 40 vendors and artists with new spring merchandise; clothing, jewelry, handbags, home d�cor, unique gift items and much more. Lunch will be served at 12:30 pm and a cash bar will also be available. The event will include a silent auction with items generously donated by local businesses as well as the event vendors. There will also be a "Fashion Clinic" presented by Chico's with the latest looks for spring. Some of the vendors who will be at the event include Barbara Markham, Bee be's Beads, Bella D, Brianne Faye LLC, Brush Strokes, Buckle Up, D.I.A Custom Jewelry, Jewel Kade, Just Girls, Marilyn's, Names In Knit, Pearl Girls Boutique, Polka Dot Tots, Posh Palace, Premier Designs Jewelry, Queen Bee, Sylfran Designs, Talulah Belle, The Look For Less, The Peppertree, Trends i Fashion, Yum Me and many more. Proceeds from the event will benefit Blessings in a Backpack, Rochester PTA Council's Rachel's Challenge Program and the Stoney Creek Schoolhouse Interpretation at the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm. "Spring Highlights" is chaired by Rochester Juniors club members Sue Carr and Marianne Koller with members Marge Friederichs and Deb Panter as their co-chairs. To reserve your spot, send your check to Rochester Junior Woman's Club Luncheon P.O. Box 80743 Rochester, Michigan 48308-0743 - or to pay by Visa, MasterCard or Discover card, please call Monique at 248 652 4845 or email [email protected] or visit our website for an order form at www.rhpl.org/rjwc. Table of 8 or 10 are available. All reservations must be made by March 11, 2011. |
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Walter P. Chrysler Museum to Host The The Art of the Auction Presentation, Featuring RM Auctions and Auctions America by RM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Walter P. Chrysler Museum in Auburn Hills, Mich., is hosting The Art of the Auction Saturday, April 16 featuring RM Auctions and its new subsidiary, Auctions America by RM. The session, part of the Museum's 2011 Lecture/Workshop series, is slated for 10 a.m. - noon in the second floor theater. Car specialists from the auction houses will lead The Art of the Auction, offering expert advice and an inside look at the collector hobby. The interactive session will explore: � An overview of the car collecting pastime and the market, as well as a forecast for the upcoming summer auction season (including recommendations on what to buy, hold and sell). � Collector cars as "alternative investments." � Tips for buying and selling at auction. � Behind-the-scenes accounts from such prestigious RM-hosted annual auctions as Arizona, Amelia Island, Michigan (formerly Meadow Brook), and Monterey, as well as from Auctions America by RM's debut Auburn Fall sale. Admission for The Art of the Auction - including refreshments - is $15 per person in advance and $17 at the door, with reduced admission of $13 and $15, respectively, for Museum members. Advance registration is accepted online at www.wpchryslermuseum.org, via e-mail at [email protected] or by phone at 248-944-0450. Located on the Chrysler Group LLC complex in Auburn Hills, at exit 78 (Chrysler Dr.) off I-75, the Museum is available for corporate and private meetings and events and offers a K-12 education program as well as membership and volunteer opportunities. Families can enjoy Kids' Corner, with regular Museum admission, an area for pre-school - elementary school-age children to enjoy automotive-inspired puzzles, games, projects, books and coloring activities. The Walter P. Chrysler Museum is a nonprofit 501 (c)(3) public charity and operates independently of Chrysler Group LLC. Donations are tax-deductible. # # # |
Relay for Life of Greater Rochester Looking for Community Members to Participate
RELAY FOR LIFE OF GREATER ROCHESTER IS LOOKING FOR COMMUNITIES MEMBERS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE 2011 EVENT Empowering the community to fight back against cancer and save lives
(ROCHESTER, MI) -Relay For Life is an event that brings together friends, families, businesses, hospitals, schools, faith-based groups, people from all walks of life - all aimed at celebrating the lives of those who have had cancer, remembering those who have been lost, and fighting back against the disease. The Relay For Life committee is looking for walkers, cancer survivors, caregivers, community leaders, anyone who wants to make a difference.
"Relay For Life is all about our community uniting together to help create a world with less cancer and more birthdays," said Sheryl Albert, event co-chair. "Volunteers and participants who are willing to give their time and energy to this exciting event are making a commitment to let the Rochester community know that cancer can be defeated."
This years Relay For Life of Greater Rochester will take place on June 25th at Hart Middle School beginning at 9:00 a.m. and continuing through 9:00 a.m. on June 26th. Individuals and teams camp out at Hart Middle School; with the goal of keeping at least one team member on the track at all times throughout the event, signifying that cancer never sleeps. Teams do most of their fundraising prior to the event, but some teams also hold creative fundraisers at their camp sites during Relay.
A special Survivor Ceremony will take place during the event and members of the community are encouraged to attend, with special emphasis on cancer survivors and their caregivers. The ceremony is followed by a Victory Lap, where participating cancer survivors are given special t-shirts to wear as they, along with their caregivers, lead a special lap around the track in honor of their triumph over cancer. Through out the event, there will be a survivor tent which will offer both survivors and caregivers an opportunity to experience healing, receive support, and celebrate their collective victory over cancer.
At the heart of this emotional event is the Luminaria Ceremony, which will occur at sundown. The luminaries are decorated by participants with the names of family and friends who have faced cancer. The ceremony is followed by a silent lap around the track to honor those who have survived and to remember those we have lost. The lit bags line the track often into the morning hours.
This year the Rochester Relay For Life will offer community members a unique opportunity to enroll in a new research study called the Cancer Prevention Study - 3 (CPS-3) at the event. Men and women between the ages of 30 and 65 years who have never been diagnosed with cancer are encouraged to join this historic research study. Those who choose to enroll will complete a brief initial questionnaire and provide a waist measurement and a small blood sample. Participants will periodically be sent a follow-up questionnaire for the next 20 to 30 years
Anyone interested in learning more about Relay for Life or in joining a team are encouraged to please contact Anne Buechel at 248 495 3544 or email at [email protected] or you can visit our website at www.relayforlife.org/rochestermi to get more information on the event, start a team online or make a donation.
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The American Cancer Society combines an unyielding passion with nearly a century of experience to save lives and end suffering from cancer. As a global grassroots force of more than three million volunteers, we fight for every birthday threatened by every cancer in every community. We save lives by helping people stay well by preventing cancer or detecting it early; by helping people get well by being there for them during and after a cancer diagnosis; by finding cures through investment in groundbreaking discovery; and by fighting back by rallying lawmakers to pass laws to defeat cancer and by rallying communities worldwide to join the fight. As the nation's largest non-governmental investor in cancer research, contributing about $3.4 billion, we turn what we know about cancer into what we do. As a result, more than 11 million people in America who have had cancer and countless more who have avoided it will be celebrating birthdays this year. To learn more about us or to get help, call us anytime, day or night, at 1-800-227-2345 or visit cancer.org.
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St. Patrick's Day Party
Judge Julie Nicholson and Judge Nancy Carniak Of the 52/3 District CourtInvite you to join us for our 11th Annual ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARTY On Tuesday, March 8, 2011 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at The Post - 3380 Lapeer Rd., Auburn Hills (across from the Palace) $10.00 per person (cash only, please) Includes: hors d'oeuvres & soft drinks **Cash bar** Tickets may be purchased at the door This is a non-profit event, unrelated to any fundraising activity. Ticket price reflects "at cost" only. This event is not sponsored by or otherwise paid for by any Court or legal funding agency. |
2011 Chevrolet Cruze Raffle
TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE 2011 CHEVROLET CRUZE RAFFLE TICKET PRICE $20.00 Drawing to be held Saturday, October 22, 2011 All proceeds benefit RAYA services and programs Contact RAYA -248-656-3558 - for more information!!!!
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Pet of the Week - Butch Cassidy
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Meet Butch Cassidy! A six-week-old Labrador/Bulldog mix, Butch weighs just 10 pounds right now, but still has lots of growing to do! Friendly and happy, Butch has lots of puppy energy and would do best in a home that can give him the excitement and stimulation he needs. The adoption fee includes sterilization, age-appropriate vaccinations and much more. For more information, visit or call the Michigan Humane Society's Rochester Hills Center for Animal Care at (248) 852-7420 and provide the pet ID number, 12452789. |
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