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January 20235pm-7pm. Rochester Hills Public Library. Need help with learning 3d design? Drop into our workshops on Wednesdays from 5-7pm and get help with learning onshape, tinkercad, and inkscape. No registration required, drop in to the Eureka Lab with specific questions or ideas to workshop with our teacher.
Dec 1, 2022 - Jan 21, 2023. Stroll through Downtown Rochester and find the 12 Snowmen created by local artists sponsored by local businesses. Find a map on downtownrochestermi.com.
10am-11am- Newcomers. 11am to Noon – Continued Support. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Participating in a grief support group can be a healthy step in the healing process. Meet others who are dealing with similar losses and gain a better understanding of the grief process. Register by calling (248)608-0261. For more information, visit opcseniorcenter.org.
6pm-7pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Ages 3-6. Come and listen to How to Catch a Unicorn and make a unicorn craft.
All day. Youth Room - 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Add your ideas for honoring Dr. Martin Luther King’s legacy to our community installation and put your ideas into action by donating items to Neighborhood House’s Clothes Closet.
10am. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Meet Rochester Hills Mayor Bryan Barnett and stay up to date on happenings in your community. For tickets or more information, call (248)659- 1029 or visit opcseniorcenter.org.
7pm-8:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Are you a Detroit Lions fan? Join Sports writer, author, and historian Marty Gitlin for a fun and engaging evening that covers the most interesting and greatest teams, players, and events in Detroit Lions' history. Gitlin covered the NFL for nearly two decades as a sports journalist for CBS sports. Registration Required.
6:30pm-8:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Join RHPL’s Writers group. Join other writers in a workshop-style type of session once a month. Registration Required. Space is limited.
2pm-3pm. 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Support group for those caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s or Dementia. Respite care is available. Register by calling (248)608-0261. For more information visit opcseniorcenter.org.
12:30pm. 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. A brand-new Euchre Tournament at the OPC! Pre-registration is appreiciated; the cost is $5 for OPC members and $10 for non-members, payment at registration is cash only. Registration at 12:30, and play begins at 1:00. 8 rounds - 8 hands in each round. Register by calling (248) 608-0261 or visit opcseniorcenter.org
5pm-7pm. Rochester Hills Public Library. Need help with learning 3d design? Drop into our workshops on Wednesdays from 5-7pm and get help with learning onshape, tinkercad, and inkscape. No registration required, drop in to the Eureka Lab with specific questions or ideas to workshop with our teacher.
Dec 1, 2022 - Jan 21, 2023. Stroll through Downtown Rochester and find the 12 Snowmen created by local artists sponsored by local businesses. Find a map on downtownrochestermi.com.
6pm-7pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Do you have what it takes to be a master builder? Join us for a LEGO design challenge to make your best creation! Registration required for each child attending. Ages 5 & up. Registration will open 1/5/2023 at 9am.
12pm-1pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Need technology help? Sign up and have a teen volunteer help you with whatever issue you may have.
2pm-3:30pm. RHPL, Multipurpose Room, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Enjoy, The Boblo Islanders, a Detroit-based quartet. You’ll be sure to dance in your seat to their unique and original combination of Hawaiian, pop, and other retro musical styles. Wear your favorite Hawaiian shirt and join the fun at RHPL! This event is open to the public. Registration is required.
1pm-2:30pm. Bloomer Park 345 John R Road Rochester, MI 48307. Join us for an afternoon of snow fort building and warm camp fire! Come dressed for the weather and ready to work as
we build an igloo-style snow fort! No snow? No problem! Create a fort made from all natural materials instead. We will also deconstruct our fort at the end and talk a bit about “leaving no trace”. A campfire
and hot chocolate will also be provided to help keep us warm. This is a family program so bring the kids and enjoy the day off school!
Recommended for children ages 7+. Children under 12 must
purchase a ticket and be accompanied by a paid adult.
Participants will meet at the Mt. Ash shelter, Please arrive on time as program content starts promptly and participants often venture out into the
park. As a courtesy to wildlife and other participants, please leave your pets at home. Content such as changes/maps will be sent via email leading up to the program. Pre-registration is required.
5pm-7pm. Rochester Hills Public Library. Need help with learning 3d design? Drop into our workshops on Wednesdays from 5-7pm and get help with learning onshape, tinkercad, and inkscape. No registration required, drop in to the Eureka Lab with specific questions or ideas to workshop with our teacher.
8:30am-10am. Chief Financial Credit Union, Community Center & Branch, 20 S. Main, Rochester, Michigan 48307. Come ring in the New Year with your fellow Young Professionals as we focus on Financial Health & Wellness! Andrew Grabinski, CFP with Sinclair Wealth Management Group of Raymond James, will be our presenter. This event is free to attend, but advance registration is appreciated. Email Nicole Condon at info@rrc-mi.com
1pm-1:45pm. For non-walking infants and a caregiver. Register all children attending with their own library card. Please only register for one story group, one registration covers the
whole 6-week session.
Baby Play storytime offers a fun way to introduce early literacy concepts to infants and caregivers in a more relaxed storytime setting. This storytime will feature stories, songs,
rhymes, baby movement, and play-based activities specially selected for infants and their caregivers.
Dec 1, 2022 - Jan 21, 2023. Stroll through Downtown Rochester and find the 12 Snowmen created by local artists sponsored by local businesses. Find a map on downtownrochestermi.com.
7pm-8:30pm. RHPL, Multipurpose Room, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Do you have sugar cravings? Holistic health coach Shpresa Toma will explain how to kick sugar
cravings and teach attendees what those cravings tell us and if watching television makes people hungrier, tired, and overweight.
Toma received a Bachelor of Science degree in Applied Health Science
from Oakland University. She is also a certified physical therapist assistant with Beaumont Health. Registration is required.
10am-11am. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. Pre K, ages 3-5. At this program, we’ll read a story, eat a snack, and make a craft that matches the theme. Members $4, Public $6. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes
5pm-9pm. Happy New Year, the countdown to the Fire & Ice Festival begins now! Family fun and fantastic food! Downtown Rochester and Oakland County Parks team up again this year
for winter events, ice sculptures, ice skating, and fireworks!
Taste Fest Tent Participants - The Little Donut Factory, Nothing Bundt Cakes, O’Connor’s Public House, Rochester Mills Beer Co., & U.P.
Pasties. Food Truck Participants - The Almond Hut, Amie Jo’s Elephant Ears, & Cousins Maine Lobster. Admission and events remain Free! For more information, call 248-656-0060
10am-11am- Newcomers. 11am to Noon – Continued Support. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Participating in a grief support group can be a healthy step in the healing process. Meet others who are dealing with similar losses and gain a better understanding of the grief process. Register by calling (248)608-0261. For more information, visit opcseniorcenter.org.
6pm-8pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Come in and warm up during this festive winter weekend (Oakland County/Downtown Rochester's Fire & Ice event). Enjoy live music, activities for kids, and other entertainment after hours at RHPL. Registration is not required. For all ages!
10:30am-11:30am. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. Ages 14+. Learn all about the necessary practice of stratification and winter sowing with native plant seeds.
We'll provide all the supplies you need to create 2 mini greenhouses and you can choose from a variety of home garden friendly and beautiful Michigan native flower seeds to plant. You'll learn everything you
need to know to ensure that they sprout in spring!
Presented by the Rochester Pollinators, a committee of the Rochester City Beautiful Commission. Members $8, Public $10. Registration at
www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
10am, 11am, 12pm. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road, Rochester Hills, MI 48306. This program provides an opportunity for all ages and those eager for a personal experience with snakes, lizards, turtles, and more. There will be a chance for you to hold some exotic reptiles and native Michigan species. Cost $7
10am-9pm. Happy New Year, the countdown to the Fire & Ice Festival begins now! Family fun and fantastic food! Downtown Rochester and Oakland County Parks team up again this year
for winter events, ice sculptures, ice skating, and fireworks!
Taste Fest Tent Participants - The Little Donut Factory, Nothing Bundt Cakes, O’Connor’s Public House, Rochester Mills Beer Co., & U.P.
Pasties. Food Truck Participants - The Almond Hut, Amie Jo’s Elephant Ears, & Cousins Maine Lobster. Admission and events remain Free! For more information, call 248-656-0060
2pm-3:30pm. RHPL, Story Room, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. You're the veterinarian today! Give your favorite stuffed creature a check up. All supplies provided by the library. Registration is required. Ages 2-9 with a caregiver welcome. Registration will open Jan 14th at 9am.
10am. OPC - 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Swim 20 minutes in 25-yard lap pool. Bike 20 minutes on spinning bikes in the gym. Run 20 minutes on the indoor track. Awards Ceremony
immediately following. Individual athletes will compete in all three events. Medals awarded to 1st place winners in each age group by gender. Register as a team 2-3 people. No gender restrictions for teams.
Each person must compete in one event. For 2 people, one person will compete in one event and the other will compete in two events. The 1st place team in each age group receives medals.
Age
groups for teams determined by computing the average age of all team members. Divisions: Teams, Individuals, Male/Female. Age Groups: 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+. $40 members - $50 non-members.
Call (248) 659-1029 for team pricing or visit opcseniorcenter.org for additional information.
10am-11am. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. All ages. You direct the program! Bring your photos, stories, or questions about nature topics and we can discuss what we have seen over light refreshments. Artifacts relevant to the topic will be available to see, touch, and/or smell. $5 per family. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes
6pm-7:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Have a unique name you can never find in a stamp or something unique and different to say? Want to make a personalized book stamp for your collection? Come join us and make your own personalized stamps! Registration required. Questions? Send an email to adult.reference@rhpl.org or contact the adult reference desk at 248-650-7130.
4:30pm. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Meet Rochester Mayor Stuart Bikson and stay up to date on happenings in your community. For tickets or more information, call (248)659-1029 or visit opcseniorcenter.org.
5pm-7pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Need help with learning 3d design? Drop into our workshops on Wednesdays from 5-7pm and get help with learning onshape, tinkercad, and inkscape. No registration required, drop in to the Eureka Lab with specific questions or ideas to workshop with our teacher.
5:30-8pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde towne Rd, Rochester, MI 48307. The shelves will be full of gently used books and DVDs for adults, teens, and children. Friends Members Night is Wednesday. Memberships will be sold at the door. Call 248-650-7178 to learn more about used book sales.
6:00-7:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd, Rochester, MI 48307. Multipurpose Room. For all ages. Bring a picnic dinner and enjoy a movie on the big screen!
10am-8pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde towne Rd, Rochester, MI 48307. The shelves will be full of gently used books and DVDs for adults, teens, and children. Call 248-650- 7178 to learn more about used book sales.
1pm-1:45pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. For non-walking infants and a caregiver. Register all children attending with their own library card. Please only register for
one story group, one registration covers the whole 6-week session.
Baby Play storytime offers a fun way to introduce early literacy concepts to infants and caregivers in a more relaxed storytime
setting. This storytime will feature stories, songs, rhymes, baby movement, and play-based activities specially selected for infants and their caregivers.
10am-11am. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. Ages 3-5. We combine a story with related Science, Technology, Engineering, Art &/or Math activities. Members $4, Public $6. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
10am-11:30am. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Support group providing information, socialization, support and speakers to those with low vision. Register by calling (248) 608-0261. The For more information, visit opcseniorcenter.org.
10am-5pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde towne Rd, Rochester, MI 48307. The shelves will be full of gently used books and DVDs for adults, teens, and children. Call 248-650- 7178 to learn more about used book sales.
9am-11am. The Meadow Brook Garden Club kicks off its 2023 program. The program will be presented through Zoom at 10am featuring guest speaker Leigh McGonagle from Ithica, NY.
Leigh, the owner/designer for Poplar Point Studios, a landscape design and fine gardening company, will present "Using Proven Winners in Garden Design." Coffee and refreshments will be served at
9:15am.
Monthly meetings are held in person and virtually through zoom. Non-members wishing to attend through Zoom, please send an email, including your phone number, to
MBGCmembers@gmail.com to request a link that includes a link to make a $5 guest donation. Please submit your request no later than Thursday, 1/26/23. Guests are welcome in person, and reservations are
not required. For more information, call 248-364-6210.
10am-5pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde towne Rd, Rochester, MI 48307. The shelves will be full of gently used books and DVDs for adults, teens, and children. Call 248-650- 7178 to learn more about used book sales.
6pm-7:30pm. Meet at Bear Creek Nature Park, 740 West Snell Road, Rochester, MI 48306. Please get in touch with Oakland Township directly if you have any questions about registration at 248-651-7810. Registration required.
10:30am-11:30am. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. Ages 6-13. Learn all about the necessary practice of stratification and winter sowing with native plant seeds.
We'll provide all the supplies you need to create 2 mini greenhouses and you can choose from a variety of home garden friendly and beautiful Michigan native flower seeds to plant. You'll learn everything you
need to know to ensure that they sprout in spring!
Presented by the Rochester Pollinators, a committee of the Rochester City Beautiful Commission. Members $8, Public $10. Registration at
www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
1:30pm-4:30pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde towne Rd, Rochester, MI 48307. $5.00 a Bag Sale! The shelves will be full of gently used books and DVDs for adults, teens, and children. Call 248-650-7178 to learn more about used book sales.
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February 2023Rochester Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is calling all artists: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College, and Adult to participate in Downtown Rochester’s Annual Skateboard Art Competition & Exhibition, Deck Art 2023. Artists are asked to provide their unique work on a blank skateboard deck. Winning pieces will be picked in each category by a panel of judges, and prizes will be awarded. Deck Art is scheduled for May 11 & 12. Registration for Deck Art begins Tuesday, February 1. Registration forms can be found online at www.downtownrochestermi.com/deck-art. Submit completed registration forms to South Street Skateshop (410 Main). There is a registration Fee of $20.00 (plus tax) for one blank skateboard deck. The registration deadline is Friday, April 7.
5:30-7:30pm. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. This group which meets at OPC, is associated with the Michigan Parkinson Foundation, featuring programs for everyday living, sharing and support. Call 586.612.2744 for information. Newcomers welcome!
7pm-8:30pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde Towne Road, Rochester. Meet three Patriot Players from America’s Colonial past – Ben Franklin, Paul Revere, and Sybil Ludington.
Hear each tell their story of the roles they played in helping America to become America.
Larissa Fleishman has been a living historian for about 20 years and has worked at Greenfield Village as a
historic costumed presenter for over 25 years. Bob Stark has been presenting as Benjamin Franklin for nearly 15 years. Ken Giorlando has been a living historian for almost 20 years and has presented as Paul
Revere since 2015. Both Ken & Larissa also hone their 1st person/immersion skills as 18th century farmers. This program is free and open to the public.
1pm-1:45pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. For non-walking infants and a caregiver. Register all children attending with their own library card. Please only register for
one story group, one registration covers the whole 6-week session.
Baby Play storytime offers a fun way to introduce early literacy concepts to infants and caregivers in a more relaxed storytime
setting. This storytime will feature stories, songs, rhymes, baby movement, and play-based activities specially selected for infants and their caregivers.
7pm to 8:30pm. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm - Calf Barn. Reckonings (74 minutes). In the aftermath of the Holocaust, German and Jewish leaders met in secret to negotiate the unthinkable – compensation for the survivors of the largest mass genocide in history. Survivors were in urgent need of help, but how could reparations be determined for the unprecedented destruction and suffering of a people? Cost: Museum Members free; Non-Members $5/Adults, $3/Seniors & Students. Registration required.
10am-11am- Newcomers. 11am to Noon – Continued Support. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Participating in a grief support group can be a healthy step in the healing process. Meet others who are dealing with similar losses and gain a better understanding of the grief process. Register by calling (248)608-0261. For more information, visit opcseniorcenter.org.
12pm-4pm. Bear Creek Nature Park (Parking at 4435 Rochester Road and a shuttle is provided). Families. Admission is FREE. Show Tent Schedule - Magic Joe at 1:15pm & 2pm. "Rocky the
Dinosaur in Oz" at 12:30pm & 2:15 - an interactive puppet show!
Ongoing Activities - Ice Carving Demonstrations, Snow Games, Archery Target Shoot, Animal Tracking Activity, Ice Skating (limited
number of loaner skates available. Weather permitting.) Warming Tent.
Refreshments at the D Loft Café - food truck accepts cash or credit. Snow or no snow, bundle up and join the fun!
11:30am & 1:30m. Meadow Brook Hall, Oakland University, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester, MI 48309. Step back into history and gain insight into the life of the servants at The Great Estate. A
Servant's Life is a unique tour where visitors will have a chance to see life as it was lived in the “downstairs” of Meadow Brook Hall when the head housekeeper invites them to be part of the staff. Guests will
learn how the servants lived and worked at The Hall in this behind-the-scenes, immersive touring experience.
Complete your afternoon with scones, jam, tea and milk in the Service Porch. This
immersive tour features a full cast of participants and surprises along the way. It's the perfect way to bring old world charm to your life! ***PLEASE NOTE***: We cannot guarantee separate seating for groups.
Because of the historic nature of Meadow Brook Hall, some areas of the Servant's Life Tour may not be fully accessible by wheelchair or power scooter.
Cost: Standard - $45 per person; Members -
$41.50 per person. Reservations are required. Please check our website for the latest details.
First Showing of the Day. Emagine Rochester Hills, 200 Barclay Circle, Rochester Hills, MI 48307. This movie is open to friends, families, children and teens with sensory needs along with their supporters. What does Sensory Friendly mean? First, it means sensory friendly experience (lights up a bit, sound down a bit). Second, if your child needs to get up, move, dance, sing…No problem. Third, guests are welcome to bring a safe snack for any food allergies or food avoidance/restrictions. Films will be shown in 2D. *Note there are no modifications made to the film.
4pm. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. All Ages. You direct the program! Bring your photos, stories, or questions about nature topics and we can discuss what we have seen over light refreshments. Artifacts relevant to the topic will be available to see, touch, and/or smell. $5 per family. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
11:30am & 1:30m. Meadow Brook Hall, Oakland University, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester, MI 48309. Step back into history and gain insight into the life of the servants at The Great Estate. A
Servant's Life is a unique tour where visitors will have a chance to see life as it was lived in the “downstairs” of Meadow Brook Hall when the head housekeeper invites them to be part of the staff. Guests will
learn how the servants lived and worked at The Hall in this behind-the-scenes, immersive touring experience.
Complete your afternoon with scones, jam, tea and milk in the Service Porch. This
immersive tour features a full cast of participants and surprises along the way. It's the perfect way to bring old world charm to your life! ***PLEASE NOTE***: We cannot guarantee separate seating for groups.
Because of the historic nature of Meadow Brook Hall, some areas of the Servant's Life Tour may not be fully accessible by wheelchair or power scooter.
Cost: Standard - $45 per person; Members -
$41.50 per person. Reservations are required. Please check our website for the latest details.
10am. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Meet Rochester Hills Mayor Bryan Barnett and stay up to date on happenings in your community. For tickets or more information, call (248)659- 1029 or visit opcseniorcenter.org.
7:00pm - 7:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. For children of all ages and a caregiver. Please register all children attending. Join Ms. Wendy for a special monthly themed storytime and project for the whole family. Registration will open Feb 1st, 2023 at 9am.
7:00pm - 8:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307, Conference Room B, for Adults. A twice-monthly drop-in workshop for those who love to write, want to learn from more experienced writers or want to let their writing ideas flow. Members will write on a given topic or thought-starter and give and take positive feedback. Registration is not required.
7:00pm - 8:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307, Multipurpose Room. Show your skills at our video game tournament!
7pm-8:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Hear the stories and discover the journey Sayed Nizamuddin Hashimi and his family took from Kabul, Afghanistan, to Rochester, Michigan, in this personal and poignant talk about their refugee experience.
Tours at 7 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Meadow Brook Hall, Oakland University, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester, MI 48309. See Meadow Brook Hall in a new light as its hidden details and
exquisite craftsmanship are illuminated as never before with our exciting Flashlight Tours.
Your docent will show you behind ropes, under tables and inside cabinets to highlight the secret spaces you
probably missed in the daylight. From a domed ceiling painted with constellations to the glow of illuminated jade, you’ll enjoy new sights and stories as you explore the dimly lit rooms of Meadow Brook with a
Flashlight Tour.
This is a unique and intimate experience, with only ten guests per tour. Tours will run for approximately an hour and a half. Advanced tickets are required and all tours are expected to
sell out! Cost: $30 per person | $27 per member
1pm-1:45pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. For non-walking infants and a caregiver. Register all children attending with their own library card. Please only register for
one story group, one registration covers the whole 6-week session.
Baby Play storytime offers a fun way to introduce early literacy concepts to infants and caregivers in a more relaxed storytime
setting. This storytime will feature stories, songs, rhymes, baby movement, and play-based activities specially selected for infants and their caregivers.
6pm to 7:30pm. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Born in Detroit and raised in a home filled with music, Steve has been fortunate to share his love, talent and four octave range with many while making it his career. His wide range of vocals will astound you as he performs music of all genres! Appetizers & Refreshments Included. Tickets are $15. For more information call (248) 659-1029 or visit opcseniorcenter.org
10am. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road, Rochester Hills, MI 48306. This unique jewelry class will give you the opportunity to make a variety of
earrings, pendants and bracelets using an eclectic combination of bones and antlers. These organically sourced materials have been cleaned, bleached and shined to perfection, ready to be crafted into
beautiful accessories. Each crafter will have the opportunity to make three pieces. All materials will be provided.
Recommended for ages 12+. Children 12-15 must purchase ticket and be accompanied
by a paid adult. Tickets $30 per person. Participants will meet at the Museum at Van Hoosen Farm. Please arrive on time as program content starts promptly. As a courtesy to wildlife and other participants,
please leave your pets at home. Content such as changes/maps will be sent via email leading up to the program. Pre-registration is required.
2pm-3pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Multipurpose Room. Ages 6 and up. Please note, this program will be occurring in the Multipurpose Room, not in the Storytime Room! Where can you go to learn about maps? To the library of course! Come learn how to read a map, learn about map symbols, and make your own map. At the end of the lesson, students will receive Cartography certification! Registration will open Feb 3rd, 2023 at 9am.
7pm to 8:30pm. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm - Calf Barn. Manzanar Diverted (84 minutes) follows intergenerational women from three communities who defend their land, their history and their culture from the insatiable thirst of Los Angeles. In this fresh retelling of the LA water story, Native Americans, Japanese-American WWII incarcerees and environmentalists form an unexpected alliance to preserve Payahuunadü (Owens Valley). Cost: Museum Members free; Non-Members $5/Adults, $3/Seniors & Students. Registration required.
7pm. Rochester Adams High School, 3200 W. Tienken Road, Rochester Hills, MI 48309. The Rochester Adams Boys Varsity Basketball team takes on the Dutton Farm Farmers in a classic
annual local charity basketball game. Last year, the Farmers were able to pull out a 43 to 32 victory over Adams. Can they do it again this year?
Your attendence goes a long way to supporting the
programs Dutton Farm creates to support adults in our community with developmental disabilities. All donations benefit Dutton Farm. Cost: FREE entry for students. Suggested donation of $5 for adults. $15
donation gets you a T-shirt!
11:30am & 1:30m. Meadow Brook Hall, Oakland University, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester, MI 48309. Step back into history and gain insight into the life of the servants at The Great Estate. A
Servant's Life is a unique tour where visitors will have a chance to see life as it was lived in the “downstairs” of Meadow Brook Hall when the head housekeeper invites them to be part of the staff. Guests will
learn how the servants lived and worked at The Hall in this behind-the-scenes, immersive touring experience.
Complete your afternoon with scones, jam, tea and milk in the Service Porch. This
immersive tour features a full cast of participants and surprises along the way. It's the perfect way to bring old world charm to your life! ***PLEASE NOTE***: We cannot guarantee separate seating for groups.
Because of the historic nature of Meadow Brook Hall, some areas of the Servant's Life Tour may not be fully accessible by wheelchair or power scooter.
Cost: Standard - $45 per person; Members -
$41.50 per person. Reservations are required. Please check our website for the latest details.
12PM - 3PM. Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp MI. This FREE open house is offered by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission. If you have any questions please call them directly at 248-651-7810. Sponsored by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission these programs are offered at nearby township parks. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
10am - 11am. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Multipurpose Room. For children ages one to five years and a caregiver. Please register all children attending. Join Ms. Wendy for a fun-filled hour of play based learning for toddlers and preschoolers. Registration will open Feb 4th, 2023 at 9am.
11am-2pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Storyroom. Learn best practices for children's oral health and collect some goodies to take home, from the Greater Detroit Dental Hygienists Association.
12pm-1pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Need technology help? Sign up and have a teen volunteer help you with whatever issue you may have. Registration required.
11:30am & 1:30m. Meadow Brook Hall, Oakland University, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester, MI 48309. Step back into history and gain insight into the life of the servants at The Great Estate. A
Servant's Life is a unique tour where visitors will have a chance to see life as it was lived in the “downstairs” of Meadow Brook Hall when the head housekeeper invites them to be part of the staff. Guests will
learn how the servants lived and worked at The Hall in this behind-the-scenes, immersive touring experience.
Complete your afternoon with scones, jam, tea and milk in the Service Porch. This
immersive tour features a full cast of participants and surprises along the way. It's the perfect way to bring old world charm to your life! ***PLEASE NOTE***: We cannot guarantee separate seating for groups.
Because of the historic nature of Meadow Brook Hall, some areas of the Servant's Life Tour may not be fully accessible by wheelchair or power scooter.
Cost: Standard - $45 per person; Members -
$41.50 per person. Reservations are required. Please check our website for the latest details.
8am to 11am. Rochester Fire Station, 277 E. Second St, Rochester. Rochester Area Youth Assistance (RAYA) is a prevention-based nonprofit organization whose goal is to strengthen youth and families in the Rochester community. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for children under 12. All proceeds go to support Rochester Area Youth Assistance (RAYA).
6pm-7pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Ages 4-9. Come and listen to a monster Valentine’s Day story then paint a spooky Valentine’s Day rock. Registration will open 2/6/23 at 9am.
2pm-3pm. 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Support group for those caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s or Dementia. Respite care is available. Register by calling (248)608-0261. For more information visit opcseniorcenter.org.
6:30pm – 10pm. Meadow Brook Hall, Oakland University, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester, MI 48309. Spend a romantic evening with us! Be swept up in an evening of romance with a
Valentine’s Dinner at Meadow Brook Hall.
This Valentine’s Day, treat your sweetheart to an enchanting evening at The Great Estate. The experience begins with a romantic candlelight cocktail and hors
d’oeuvres reception with strolling musicians and the chance to explore Meadow Brook Hall at your own pace. Each couple will enjoy a delectable three course Valentine’s Dinner at a private table for two, with
wine service and a decadent dessert. Complimentary valet is also included. This event is expected to sell out. Advance tickets are required. $125 per person; $112.50 members.
8:30am-10am. Rochester Area Neighborhood House, 1720 S. Livernois Road, Rochester Hills, Michigan 48307. Join the Young Professionals, sponsored by Chief Financial Credit Union, at the Rochester Area Neighborhood House on Wednesday, February 15, 2023. Our theme is "Wear Your Heart on Your Sleeve" and we will be discussing what the Rochester Area Neighborhood House does and how we, as Young Professionals, can become more involved with the organization. This event is for YOUNG PROFESSIONALS ONLY. This event is free to attend, but advance registration is appreciated. Register at rrc-mi.com.
6:00-7:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd, Rochester, MI 48307. Multipurpose Room. For all ages. Bring a picnic dinner and enjoy a movie on the big screen!
1pm-1:45pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. For non-walking infants and a caregiver. Register all children attending with their own library card. Please only register for
one story group, one registration covers the whole 6-week session.
Baby Play storytime offers a fun way to introduce early literacy concepts to infants and caregivers in a more relaxed storytime
setting. This storytime will feature stories, songs, rhymes, baby movement, and play-based activities specially selected for infants and their caregivers.
10am-11am. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. Pre K, ages 3-5. At this program, we’ll read a story, eat a snack, and make a craft that matches the theme. Members $4, Public $6. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes
Tours at 7 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Meadow Brook Hall, Oakland University, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester, MI 48309. See Meadow Brook Hall in a new light as its hidden details and
exquisite craftsmanship are illuminated as never before with our exciting Flashlight Tours.
Your docent will show you behind ropes, under tables and inside cabinets to highlight the secret spaces you
probably missed in the daylight. From a domed ceiling painted with constellations to the glow of illuminated jade, you’ll enjoy new sights and stories as you explore the dimly lit rooms of Meadow Brook with a
Flashlight Tour.
This is a unique and intimate experience, with only ten guests per tour. Tours will run for approximately an hour and a half. Advanced tickets are required and all tours are expected to
sell out! Cost: $30 per person | $27 per member
5pm-7pm. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Calling all foodies! Senior Living Community Chefs will compete in Appetizer, Entree & Dessert categories. Local celebrity judges will cast their votes for the winner in each category. Guests will sample all of the entries and select the People's Choice winner. Beer & wine will be available for purchase. For more information call (248) 659-1029 or visit opcseniorcenter.org
7pm to 8:30pm. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm - Calf Barn. Burn X (86 minutes). The follow-up to the firefighting movie BURN. 12 years in the making, BURN X explores stories and introduces characters never seen before…and continues the journey for many of the Detroit firefighters audiences met in the first film. Cost: Museum Members free; Non-Members $5/Adults, $3/Seniors & Students. Registration required.
10am-11am- Newcomers. 11am to Noon – Continued Support. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Participating in a grief support group can be a healthy step in the healing process. Meet others who are dealing with similar losses and gain a better understanding of the grief process. Register by calling (248)608-0261. For more information, visit opcseniorcenter.org.
11:30am & 1:30m. Meadow Brook Hall, Oakland University, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester, MI 48309. Step back into history and gain insight into the life of the servants at The Great Estate. A
Servant's Life is a unique tour where visitors will have a chance to see life as it was lived in the “downstairs” of Meadow Brook Hall when the head housekeeper invites them to be part of the staff. Guests will
learn how the servants lived and worked at The Hall in this behind-the-scenes, immersive touring experience.
Complete your afternoon with scones, jam, tea and milk in the Service Porch. This
immersive tour features a full cast of participants and surprises along the way. It's the perfect way to bring old world charm to your life! ***PLEASE NOTE***: We cannot guarantee separate seating for groups.
Because of the historic nature of Meadow Brook Hall, some areas of the Servant's Life Tour may not be fully accessible by wheelchair or power scooter.
Cost: Standard - $45 per person; Members -
$41.50 per person. Reservations are required. Please check our website for the latest details.
1pm - 2:15pm. Cranberry Lake Park, 388 W. Predmore, Oakland Twp, MI 48363. Michigan is one of the few places in the world where the conditions are just right for the collection of sap from maple trees. In this program we explore the history and techniques of tapping maple trees to collect sap which is turned into maple syrup. Learn important tips such as how to identify a suitable maple tree and how many taps can be placed in one tree. Practice finding and tapping trees, then get the sweet reward - a taste of sap! Taste different grades of maple syrup, maple sugar, and maple candy. Participants will be given their own tap kits to take home to make their own maple syrup.
10am-11am. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd, Rochester, MI 48307. Tweens ages 11-13 are welcome to join us in making personalized hats. We will use our Cricut machine and hat press to make these personalized hat designs. Questions? Send an email to adult.reference@rhpl.org or contact the adult reference desk at 248-650-7130. Registration will open Jan 18th, 2023 at 9am.
11:30am & 1:30m. Meadow Brook Hall, Oakland University, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester, MI 48309. Step back into history and gain insight into the life of the servants at The Great Estate. A
Servant's Life is a unique tour where visitors will have a chance to see life as it was lived in the “downstairs” of Meadow Brook Hall when the head housekeeper invites them to be part of the staff. Guests will
learn how the servants lived and worked at The Hall in this behind-the-scenes, immersive touring experience.
Complete your afternoon with scones, jam, tea and milk in the Service Porch. This
immersive tour features a full cast of participants and surprises along the way. It's the perfect way to bring old world charm to your life! ***PLEASE NOTE***: We cannot guarantee separate seating for groups.
Because of the historic nature of Meadow Brook Hall, some areas of the Servant's Life Tour may not be fully accessible by wheelchair or power scooter.
Cost: Standard - $45 per person; Members -
$41.50 per person. Reservations are required. Please check our website for the latest details.
2pm-3:30pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, multipurpose room, 500 Olde Towne Rd. Rochester, MI 48307. Back by popular demand, Matthew Ball (aka The Boogie Woogie Kid) returns to RHPL for a family concert featuring New Orleans songs, Boogie-Woogie piano, and Swing-Era favorites from the American Songbook. Ball performs classics like "In the Mood," "Just a Closer Walk with Thee," "Basin Street Blues," "It Had to be You," "Glory of Love," "Bumble Boogie," and more! For a preview, visit Matthew on Facebook or online as "The Boogie Woogie Kid." Registration will open Jan 9th, 2023 at 9am.
2pm-3pm. RHPL, Storytime room, 500 Olde Towne Rd. Rochester, MI 48307. Teen. Join us for a Makerspace craft in the Eureka Lab. Registration required. Questions? Send an email to adult.reference@rhpl.org or contact the adult reference desk at 248-650-7130.
2pm-3pm. RHPL, Storytime room, 500 Olde Towne Rd. Rochester, MI 48307. Ages 6 and up. Let’s use our imaginations to create and design new creatures! What traits and characteristics will your creature have? It’s up to you! Registration will open Jan 13th, 2023 at 9am.
12pm-1pm. Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce, 71 Walnut, Suite 110, Rochester, Michigan 48307. Join us for our very first Chamber Smart Series! The Chamber Smart Series is a
lunch and learn designed to offer our members useful information to support your business needs!
The Chamber Smart Series welcomes Board Member, Ambassador and Biz & Brews sponsor, Greg
Johnson with 7 South Technology Consulting. Learn how you can protect the confidentiality of your computer systems & data against cyber-attacks and unauthorized access. Bring your lunch and the Chamber
will provide beverages and dessert! Take your knowledge a step above with the Chamber Smart Series! While there is no fee to attend, registration is REQUIRED as space is limited. Register at rrc-mi.com.
7:00pm - 8:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307, Conference Room B, for Adults. A twice-monthly drop-in workshop for those who love to write, want to learn from more experienced writers or want to let their writing ideas flow. Members will write on a given topic or thought-starter and give and take positive feedback. Registration is not required.
1pm-3pm. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. TThis group provides an opportunity for those who are caring for their loved one to come together for support, sharing and time to talk with others who are also living with Parkinson’s. Call facilitator Kathy Walton 248.568.3549.
Tours at 7 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Meadow Brook Hall, Oakland University, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester, MI 48309. See Meadow Brook Hall in a new light as its hidden details and
exquisite craftsmanship are illuminated as never before with our exciting Flashlight Tours.
Your docent will show you behind ropes, under tables and inside cabinets to highlight the secret spaces you
probably missed in the daylight. From a domed ceiling painted with constellations to the glow of illuminated jade, you’ll enjoy new sights and stories as you explore the dimly lit rooms of Meadow Brook with a
Flashlight Tour.
This is a unique and intimate experience, with only ten guests per tour. Tours will run for approximately an hour and a half. Advanced tickets are required and all tours are expected to
sell out! Cost: $30 per person | $27 per member
1pm-3:30pm. Meadow Brook Hall, Oakland University, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester, MI 48309. Downton Abbey event at Meadow Brook Hall for those who cannot get enough of
Edwardian England and the cinematic adventures of the Crawley family and their servants, Meadow Brook Hall will once more present the Downton Days Tea, Talk & Tour.
Set in Meadow Brook’s
exquisite Christopher Wren Dining room, this elegant event will feature a talk on the customs and etiquette in the time of Downton Abbey, including all that went into entertaining Royalty when they came to
visit.
Barbara Gulley will present the talk. Gulley, along with her daughter Rachel Brown, own and operate Barb’s Tea Service, a tea education business in southeastern Michigan. Gulley is also a
contributing writer to Tea Time Magazine, and has published two articles on her visit to Highclere Castle, the setting for the fictional Downton Abbey, and has interviewed the current countess, Lady Carnarvon.
Gulley is the author of two books, “Michigan Tea Rooms” and “Twelve Etiquette Essentials: Formal Dining and Tea Time.”
The elegant and immersive afternoon will conclude with a guided Servant’s Life
Tour, which takes you through the hidden staff areas of Meadow Brook Hall. Guests are welcome to wear Downton Abbey-inspired attire for this event. Cost: $65 per person; $58.50 members. This event is
expected to sell out! Advance reservations are required.
2pm-3pm. RHPL, Storytime room, 500 Olde Towne Rd. Rochester, MI 48307. Calling all Tweens! Join us for craft night at the library to learn how to straw weave and make bracelets, headbands, necklaces, or bookmarks. Registration required for each Tween attending. Ages 9-12. Free. Registration will open Feb 16th, 2023 at 9am.
10am-11am. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. Ages 3-5. We combine a story with related Science, Technology, Engineering, Art &/or Math activities. Members $4, Public $6. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
7pm to 8:30pm. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm - Calf Barn. The New Fire (84 minutes) tells a provocative and startlingly positive story about a planet in crisis and the young heroes who are trying to save it. Nuclear power has been vilified in popular culture and among much of the environmental community. Yet the next-generation reactors currently in development may actually be key to avoiding global catastrophe. Cost: Museum Members free; Non-Members $5/Adults, $3/Seniors & Students. Registration required.
9am-11am. Meadow Brook Hall, 350 Estate Dr., Rochester MI 48309-1904. Coffee and refreshments will be served at 9:15am.The program will be presented through Zoom at 10:00am
featuring guest speaker, Dr. Kevin Korus. Dr. Korus will be presenting from Florida on the topic “Agricultural Myths.” Kevin Korus has a Doctorate in Plant Health (DPH), and is the University of Florida's Institute
of Food and Agriculture Sciences (UF/IFAS) Extension Natural Resources Agent.
Monthly meetings are held in person and virtually through zoom. Non-members wishing to attend through Zoom, please
send an email, including your phone number, to MBGCmembers@gmail.com to request a link that includes a link to make a $5 guest donation. Please submit your request no later than Thursday, 1/26/23.
Guests are welcome in person, and reservations are not required. For more information, call 248-364-6210.
10am-11:30am. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Support group providing information, socialization, support and speakers to those with low vision. Register by calling (248) 608-0261. The For more information, visit opcseniorcenter.org.
10am. Bloomer Park, 345 John R Road, Rochester, MI 48307. A Backyard Guide for Beginners! Join us to learn about the maple syrup making process. Travel through various stations in
Bloomer Park with Outdoor Engagement staff to learn the first steps to make your own maple syrup. From identifying various species of maple tree, to the tree tapping process and sap boiling setup. You'll gain
the knowledge you need to make your own syrup. In addition, you can add on a starter kit with a spile, tubing, bucket, and filter to tap your own tree! This program is held rain or shine so come dressed for the
weather and a walk through the woods.
Recommended for age 12+. Tickets $15 per person. Participants will meet at the Pine Grove shelter. Please arrive on time as program content starts promptly
and participants often venture out into the park. As a courtesy to wildlife and other participants, please leave your pets at home. Content such as changes/maps will be sent via email leading up to the program.
Pre-registration is required.
11:30am & 1:30m. Meadow Brook Hall, Oakland University, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester, MI 48309. Step back into history and gain insight into the life of the servants at The Great Estate. A
Servant's Life is a unique tour where visitors will have a chance to see life as it was lived in the “downstairs” of Meadow Brook Hall when the head housekeeper invites them to be part of the staff. Guests will
learn how the servants lived and worked at The Hall in this behind-the-scenes, immersive touring experience.
Complete your afternoon with scones, jam, tea and milk in the Service Porch. This
immersive tour features a full cast of participants and surprises along the way. It's the perfect way to bring old world charm to your life! ***PLEASE NOTE***: We cannot guarantee separate seating for groups.
Because of the historic nature of Meadow Brook Hall, some areas of the Servant's Life Tour may not be fully accessible by wheelchair or power scooter.
Cost: Standard - $45 per person; Members -
$41.50 per person. Reservations are required. Please check our website for the latest details.
12PM - 3PM. Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp MI. This FREE open house is offered by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission. If you have any questions please call them directly at 248-651-7810. Sponsored by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission these programs are offered at nearby township parks. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
11:30am & 1:30m. Meadow Brook Hall, Oakland University, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester, MI 48309. Step back into history and gain insight into the life of the servants at The Great Estate. A
Servant's Life is a unique tour where visitors will have a chance to see life as it was lived in the “downstairs” of Meadow Brook Hall when the head housekeeper invites them to be part of the staff. Guests will
learn how the servants lived and worked at The Hall in this behind-the-scenes, immersive touring experience.
Complete your afternoon with scones, jam, tea and milk in the Service Porch. This
immersive tour features a full cast of participants and surprises along the way. It's the perfect way to bring old world charm to your life! ***PLEASE NOTE***: We cannot guarantee separate seating for groups.
Because of the historic nature of Meadow Brook Hall, some areas of the Servant's Life Tour may not be fully accessible by wheelchair or power scooter.
Cost: Standard - $45 per person; Members -
$41.50 per person. Reservations are required. Please check our website for the latest details.
8am-11am. Oakland University Student Center (Banquet Room), 312 Meadow Brook Road, Rochester, Michigan 48309. The 2023 Annual Community Outlook Breakfast features community updates from Rochester, Rochester Hills, Oakland Township, and the Rochester Community Schools. 8:00 AM - Press Conference (All are invited to attend pre-event Press Conference by our communities and Chamber Partners.) 8:30 AM - Networking. 9:00 AM - Breakfast. 9:30 AM - Program Begins. Contact Information: Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce 248-651-6700. Fees/Admission: $40/Chamber Member, $50/Future Member, $400/Chamber Members table of 10, $500/Future Members table of 10. ***Refunds will not be given 2 weeks out of the event. ***Please send any dietary restrictions to the Chamber prior to 2 weeks of the event.
5:30pm. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester in OPC Auditorium. For more information, call (248)659-1029 or visit opcseniorcenter.org.
7:30 p.m., Stoney Creek High School Auditorium. The 70-member all volunteer Rochester Community Concert Band is conducted by Paul F. DeRubeis and includes adult community members and advanced high school students from greater Rochester and Rochester Hills. Admission is free. Donations gratefully accepted and appreciated.
7-8:30pm. RHPL, Multipurpose room, 500 Olde Towne Rd. Rochester, MI 48307. Author John Wukovits discusses one of the most amazing World War II exploits featuring the crew of the USS Laffey in April 1945. Learn how his book on the subject became a major motion picture directed by Mel Gibson and about his role as film advisor. Check out some of John Wukovits' books at RHPL. Registration will open Jan 28th, 2023 at 9am.
4:30pm. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Meet Rochester Mayor Stuart Bikson and stay up to date on happenings in your community. For tickets or more information, call (248)659-1029 or visit opcseniorcenter.org.
Go to May
March 20235:30-7:30pm. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. This group which meets at OPC, is associated with the Michigan Parkinson Foundation, featuring programs for everyday living, sharing and support. Call 586.612.2744 for information. Newcomers welcome!
Rochester Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is calling all artists: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College, and Adult to participate in Downtown Rochester’s Annual Skateboard Art Competition & Exhibition, Deck Art 2023. Artists are asked to provide their unique work on a blank skateboard deck. Winning pieces will be picked in each category by a panel of judges, and prizes will be awarded. Deck Art is scheduled for May 11 & 12. Registration for Deck Art begins Tuesday, February 1. Registration forms can be found online at www.downtownrochestermi.com/deck-art. Submit completed registration forms to South Street Skateshop (410 Main). There is a registration Fee of $20.00 (plus tax) for one blank skateboard deck. The registration deadline is Friday, April 7.
Tours at 7 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Meadow Brook Hall, Oakland University, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester, MI 48309. See Meadow Brook Hall in a new light as its hidden details and
exquisite craftsmanship are illuminated as never before with our exciting Flashlight Tours.
Your docent will show you behind ropes, under tables and inside cabinets to highlight the secret spaces you
probably missed in the daylight. From a domed ceiling painted with constellations to the glow of illuminated jade, you’ll enjoy new sights and stories as you explore the dimly lit rooms of Meadow Brook with a
Flashlight Tour.
This is a unique and intimate experience, with only ten guests per tour. Tours will run for approximately an hour and a half. Advanced tickets are required and all tours are expected to
sell out! Cost: $30 per person | $27 per member
6:30pm - 7:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Patrons in 5th grade and up are invited to join us for an introduction to Python Coding classes every Thursday in March. We will be using Circuit Playground Express devices and exploring basic Python coding concepts to get you started. Registration required. Located in the Eureka Lab. Questions? Send an email to adult.reference@rhpl.org or contact the adult reference desk at 248-650-7130.
10am-11am- Newcomers. 11am to Noon – Continued Support. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Participating in a grief support group can be a healthy step in the healing process. Meet others who are dealing with similar losses and gain a better understanding of the grief process. Register by calling (248)608-0261. For more information, visit opcseniorcenter.org.
7pm-8pm. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm - Calf Barn. Celebrate Women’s History Month with a dialogue between women suffrage leaders as they confront the right for women to vote. This program features the dolls created by Gladys McKenney, a member of the Community Hall of Fame at the Museum, presented by Michele Dunham and Ginger Ketelsen. Cost: Museum Members free; Non-Members $5/Adults, $3/Seniors & Students. Please Pre-Register at Rochester Hills Museum website.
6pm - 9pm. Paint Creek Center for the Arts, 407 Pine Street, Rochester, 48307 - North Studio. 1-Day Workshop. Come draw from real life! Join us the first Friday of each month to practice drawing portraiture from a clothed model. Artists of all levels are welcome, sessions are open to digital, drawing, and painting mediums. This is a self guided course and no instruction is provided. Registration Fee: $15; Max Seats Available: 15. For more information, please call 248-651-4110.
4pm. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. All Ages. You direct the program! Bring your photos, stories, or questions about nature topics and we can discuss what we have seen over light refreshments. Artifacts relevant to the topic will be available to see, touch, and/or smell. $5 per family. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
10am. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Meet Rochester Hills Mayor Bryan Barnett and stay up to date on happenings in your community. For more information, call (248)659-1029 or visit opcseniorcenter.org.
10am-11am. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. For children ages one to three years and a caregiver. Please register all one to three year olds attending, one registration
covers the whole five week session. Join Ms. Angela for a fun, play-based five week program where families can relax, make friends and talk one-on-one with specialists on child development.
This
program is limited to one session per year per child. Siblings ages birth to one year and four to five years are welcome to attend, but do not need to be registered for the program. Please note, registration
begins two weeks prior to the event.
12pm-1pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde Towne Road, Rochester. Lori Miller of the Oakland History Center will discuss the life and times of Eliza Seaman Leggett (1815 – 1900). Leggett was an American suffragist and abolitionist who is buried in Pontiac’s Oak Hill Cemetery. The abolition of slavery was one of Mrs. Leggett’s passions. She worked with noted abolitionists, including Sojurner Truth and Lucretia Mott, and her home served as a stop on the Underground Railroad. After Emancipation, Leggett focused her attentions on suffrage and assisting women in need. As part of that work, she co-founded the Young Woman’s Home Association in Detroit. She also had a great interest in literature and was a correspondent of such figures as William Cullen Bryant, Louisa May Alcott, and Bronson Alcott. The literary club she founded later became the Detroit Women’s Club. She was also active in civic affairs, such as making Belle Isle a public park. She was inducted into the Michigan Women’s Hall of Fame in 2003 based on her achievements in the areas of abolition, suffrage, and women’s rights.” Bring a lunch and bring a friend! This program is free and open to the public. Registration is required.
7pm-8:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307, Multipurpose Room. Historian Jim Craft explains the Chautauqua Movement, a popular and significant American movement in adult education at the turn of the 20th century. This program is open to RHPL patrons. Registration is required.
7:00pm - 8:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307, Conference Room B, for Adults. A twice-monthly drop-in workshop for those who love to write, want to learn from more experienced writers or want to let their writing ideas flow. Members will write on a given topic or thought-starter and give and take positive feedback. Registration is not required.
10:30am-11:30am. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. For children ages one to five years and a caregiver. Please register all one to five year olds attending, one registration covers the whole five week session. Infant siblings under age one can attend, but do not need to be registered. Please only register for one-Wednesday OR Thursday. Join one of your favorite Youth Librarians in the big room for some big fun! We'll read stories, sing songs, and enjoy a lot of active play & movement! Registration will open March 1st at 9am.
12:30pm. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Come & enjoy an afternoon of Euchre! Pre-registration is appreciated. $5 fee for OPC members, $10 for non-members. Registration begins at 12pm, games begin at 12:30pm. Players must be on time and stay until play is completed. 8 rounds, 8 hands in each round. Register by calling (248)659-1029. Members can also register at opcseniorcenter.org.
7pm-7:45pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307, Story Room. For children of all ages and a caregiver. Please register all children attending. Join Ms. Wendy for a special monthly themed storytime and project for the whole family. Registration is required and opens March 1st at 9am.
6pm-8pm. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. All Ages. The scariest fear conservationists have is extinction of a species. Listen to the harrowing tales that some plants & animals face. S’mores supplies will be provided. Members $3 per person with a max fee of $12 per family, Public $5 per person with a max fee of $15 per family. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
6:30pm - 7:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Patrons in 5th grade and up are invited to join us for an introduction to Python Coding classes every Thursday in March. We will be using Circuit Playground Express devices and exploring basic Python coding concepts to get you started. Registration required. Located in the Eureka Lab. Questions? Send an email to adult.reference@rhpl.org or contact the adult reference desk at 248-650-7130.
7pm-8:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307, Multipurpose Room. Join Anne Nichols from Rochester University to learn how Harry T. Burn, Frederick Douglass, and
others lent their (sometimes reluctant) support to the cause of female suffrage. This program is open to the public. Registration required.
This program is presented in partnership with Smart Towns.
Smart Towns is a lifelong learning program for everyone in the community led by educational organizations in Rochester, Rochester Hills, and Oakland Township, Michigan.
10-11:30am. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Tour the OPC Adult Day Service center and learn more about our safe and secure program for adults with memory loss, cognitive impairment or physical disabilities. ‘Care for the day, home at night!’ RSVP by calling (248)659-1036.
10-11:30am. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Planning your estate? Learn how to make sure your assets are properly titled. Presented by Rochester Wealth Strategies, Xenia Woltmann, AWWA. Register by calling (248) 659-1029. $2 drop-in fee.
7pm-8pm. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm - Calf Barn. For eighteen years (1988 – 2006) a dedicated team of archaeologists excavated the front yard at the Van Hoosen Farmhouse, uncovering the location of the 1823 Taylor Log Cabin and the 1840 Van Hoosen Farmhouse. Come learn what the 150,000 artifacts tell us about the family, trading, politics, and life in Stoney Creek Village. Presented by Deborah J. Remer. Cost: Museum Members free; Non-Members $5/Adults, $3/Seniors & Students. Please Pre-Register at Rochester Hills Museum website.
The Rochester Hills Museum. The Paint Creek Garden Club welcomes new members and speakers. Please email clematis29@hotmail.com for more information.
12PM - 3PM. Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp MI. This FREE open house is offered by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission. If you have any questions please call them directly at 248-651-7810. Sponsored by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission these programs are offered at nearby township parks. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
11:30am & 1:30m. Meadow Brook Hall, Oakland University, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester, MI 48309. Step back into history and gain insight into the life of the servants at The Great Estate. A
Servant's Life is a unique tour where visitors will have a chance to see life as it was lived in the “downstairs” of Meadow Brook Hall when the head housekeeper invites them to be part of the staff. Guests will
learn how the servants lived and worked at The Hall in this behind-the-scenes, immersive touring experience.
Complete your afternoon with scones, jam, tea and milk in the Service Porch. This
immersive tour features a full cast of participants and surprises along the way. It's the perfect way to bring old world charm to your life! ***PLEASE NOTE***: We cannot guarantee separate seating for groups.
Because of the historic nature of Meadow Brook Hall, some areas of the Servant's Life Tour may not be fully accessible by wheelchair or power scooter.
Cost: Standard - $45 per person; Members -
$41.50 per person. Reservations are required. Please check our website for the latest details.
10am-12pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Parents are invited to drop in and visit with representatives from local preschools and child care centers. They will bring information about their program and be on hand to answer questions. Call 248-650-7146 for more information. No registration is required. Adults only, please.
12pm-1:45pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Need technology help? Sign up and have a teen volunteer help you with whatever issue you may have.
10am-12pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307, Story Room. Project Kidsight is a FREE vision screening program offered by Lions Club volunteers to conduct vision screening sessions for preschool children. The program is designed for children from ages one to five. The goal of preschool vision screening is to prevent blindness through early childhood detection and referral. The process is as simple as having the child's photo taken with a PediaVision® camera and results are available immediately. The photos can indicate whether eye disorders are present including far and nearsightedness, astigmatism, strabismus (misaligned eyes), anisometropia (unequal refractive power) and anisocoria (unequal pupils).
6pm-7pm. RARA Fieldhouse, 500 East 2nd Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Join us for an introduction to Archery! Explore this introduction course in Archery. Join our Naturalist and certified USA Archery instructor for this education program focused on introducing beginners to the lifelong sport of archery. Equipment is provided for this program. Suitable for ages 10+ and all ability levels. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Cost $15. Registration through Rochester Hills Outdoor Engagement.
11:30am & 1:30m. Meadow Brook Hall, Oakland University, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester, MI 48309. Step back into history and gain insight into the life of the servants at The Great Estate. A
Servant's Life is a unique tour where visitors will have a chance to see life as it was lived in the “downstairs” of Meadow Brook Hall when the head housekeeper invites them to be part of the staff. Guests will
learn how the servants lived and worked at The Hall in this behind-the-scenes, immersive touring experience.
Complete your afternoon with scones, jam, tea and milk in the Service Porch. This
immersive tour features a full cast of participants and surprises along the way. It's the perfect way to bring old world charm to your life! ***PLEASE NOTE***: We cannot guarantee separate seating for groups.
Because of the historic nature of Meadow Brook Hall, some areas of the Servant's Life Tour may not be fully accessible by wheelchair or power scooter.
Cost: Standard - $45 per person; Members -
$41.50 per person. Reservations are required. Please check our website for the latest details.
11am OR 2pm. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. All Ages. Learn to identify the sweetest trees and taste their sap for yourself. Discover how maple sap becomes other maple products as we begin the process at the campfire. Members $4 per person, Public $6 per person. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
2pm-4pm. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm. Free, but please register at Rochester Hills Museum website. The Rochester Historical Commission will celebrate Founder’s Day
that commemorates the arrival of James Graham with his sons on March 17th, 1817 to the area we know as Rochester, Michigan. They were settlers who established Rochester as the first European settlement
in Oakland County. The celebration will include light refreshments, Irish dancers, and local historical organizations.
Rochester Hills Museum Manager Patrick McKay will present “Stoney Creek Village – A
Bicentennial Celebration 1823 - 2023” exploring the area’s history of water powered mills, inventors, politicians, soldiers, and rural architecture.
8am-11am. 277 E. Second Street, Rochester. The Rochester Fire Department provides a fun atmosphere for the breakfast. This event raises funds for families or individuals who are
experiencing financial hardship. The funds help them particpate in RARA Community Programs.
Breakfast includes: Pancakes, Sausage, Coffee, Juice, Milk and Water. Costs are $8 for adults and $4 for
kids (12 and under).
6-7:30pm. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Enjoy the music of renowned local singer Mark Tisdel with accompanist Phyllis Bengry. Event is open to the public. $10 ticket includes live performance, appetizers & refreshments. Call (248) 659-1029 to register.
10am-11am. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. For children ages one to three years and a caregiver. Please register all one to three year olds attending, one registration
covers the whole five week session. Join Ms. Angela for a fun, play-based five week program where families can relax, make friends and talk one-on-one with specialists on child development.
This
program is limited to one session per year per child. Siblings ages birth to one year and four to five years are welcome to attend, but do not need to be registered for the program. Please note, registration
begins two weeks prior to the event.
6pm-7pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Ages 3-6. Storyroom. Come and listen to How to Catch a Leprechaun along with a Leprechaun craft. Registration will open March 6th at 9am.
2pm-3pm. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Support group for those caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s or Dementia. Respite care is available. Register by calling (248)608-0261. For more information visit opcseniorcenter.org.
10:30am. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. SECURE Act 2.0 brings later RMDs, 529 to Roth IRA rollovers, enhanced savings limits and more. Learn about how these and other changes and how you may be affected. Presented by Thomas J. DelPup, Jd, CFP. This program is complimentary. Register by calling (248) 659-1029.
10:30am-11:30am. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. For children ages one to five years and a caregiver. Please register all one to five year olds attending, one registration covers the whole five week session. Infant siblings under age one can attend, but do not need to be registered. Please only register for one-Wednesday OR Thursday. Join one of your favorite Youth Librarians in the big room for some big fun! We'll read stories, sing songs, and enjoy a lot of active play & movement! Registration will open March 1st at 9am.
6pm. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Spring is a great time for birding in Michigan. Learn about the early migrants settling in, and late migrants soon to be flooding the skies as they return to claim their nesting spots. The program is complimentary and open to the public. Register by calling (248) 659-1029.
2pm-3:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. A Memory Cafe is a welcoming place for people with memory challenges and their care partners to socialize in a safe and friendly environment. Please note that the cafe is not a drop-off respite program. Questions? Call Outreach Services at 248-650-7150 or send an email to outreach@rhpl.org.
6:30pm - 7:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Patrons in 5th grade and up are invited to join us for an introduction to Python Coding classes every Thursday in March. We will be using Circuit Playground Express devices and exploring basic Python coding concepts to get you started. Registration required. Located in the Eureka Lab. Questions? Send an email to adult.reference@rhpl.org or contact the adult reference desk at 248-650-7130.
10am-11am. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. Pre K, ages 3-5. At this program, we’ll read a story, eat a snack, and make a craft that matches the theme. Members $4, Public $6. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes
Tours at 7 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Meadow Brook Hall, Oakland University, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester, MI 48309. See Meadow Brook Hall in a new light as its hidden details and
exquisite craftsmanship are illuminated as never before with our exciting Flashlight Tours.
Your docent will show you behind ropes, under tables and inside cabinets to highlight the secret spaces you
probably missed in the daylight. From a domed ceiling painted with constellations to the glow of illuminated jade, you’ll enjoy new sights and stories as you explore the dimly lit rooms of Meadow Brook with a
Flashlight Tour.
This is a unique and intimate experience, with only ten guests per tour. Tours will run for approximately an hour and a half. Advanced tickets are required and all tours are expected to
sell out! Cost: $30 per person | $27 per member
9am. 500 E. Second Street, Rochester. Dress up in your best St. Patty's attire and go for a run on the Clinton River Trail. The race starts and ends at RARA. Finish the race and receive a pint glass! Enjoy music and fun right next to downtown Rochester. Costs are $30 for residents and $36 for non-residents. Proceeds go to RARA programs.
7pm-8pm. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm - Calf Barn. Maureen Thalmann will unveil the Rochester Hills Museum’s newest publication - The Social and Fraternal Organizations in Rochester. Over the past 200 years, the Rochester community relied on social and fraternal organizations to provide social connections for residents, educational opportunities, community events, charitable causes, and political discussion. From the local Masonic chapter – the oldest in the State of Michigan - to the Women’s Relief Corp and the Blue Star Mothers - enjoy hearing about the organizations that have made Rochester one of the most fascinating communities in Michigan. Maureen Thalmann is a local historian, freelance writer, and public speaker. Cost: Museum Members free; Non- Members $5/Adults, $3/Seniors & Students. Please Pre-Register at Rochester Hills Museum website.
10am-11am- Newcomers. 11am to Noon – Continued Support. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Participating in a grief support group can be a healthy step in the healing process. Meet others who are dealing with similar losses and gain a better understanding of the grief process. Register by calling (248)608-0261. For more information, visit opcseniorcenter.org.
10am. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Come & enjoy an afternoon of Euchre! Pre-registration is appreciated. $5 fee for OPC members, $10 for non-members. Registration begins at 9:30am, games begin at 10am. Players must be on time and stay until play is completed. 8 rounds, 8 hands in each round. Register by calling (248)659-1029. Members can also register at opcseniorcenter.org.
12pm-3pm. OU Recreation Center. Enjoy a day of fun for families impacted by Autism Spectrum Disorders. All ages are welcome to attend. There is no cost and no registration is needed!
Activities include: an information fair, art projects, bouncy inflatables and swimming from noon – 2 p.m. (bring your own towel).
The Joanne and Ted Lindsay Foundation Autism Outreach Services
(commonly known as OUCARES) encompasses the outreach services of the Oakland University Center for Autism. The mission of OUCARES is to improve the quality of life of individuals impacted by Autism
Spectrum Disorders (ASDs) by offering quality and comprehensive programs across the lifespan. If you are interested in getting involved or supporting OUCARES, please contact our OUCARES at (248) 370-2424
or visit our Give to OUCARES page.
11:30am & 1:30m. Meadow Brook Hall, Oakland University, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester, MI 48309. Step back into history and gain insight into the life of the servants at The Great Estate. A
Servant's Life is a unique tour where visitors will have a chance to see life as it was lived in the “downstairs” of Meadow Brook Hall when the head housekeeper invites them to be part of the staff. Guests will
learn how the servants lived and worked at The Hall in this behind-the-scenes, immersive touring experience.
Complete your afternoon with scones, jam, tea and milk in the Service Porch. This
immersive tour features a full cast of participants and surprises along the way. It's the perfect way to bring old world charm to your life! ***PLEASE NOTE***: We cannot guarantee separate seating for groups.
Because of the historic nature of Meadow Brook Hall, some areas of the Servant's Life Tour may not be fully accessible by wheelchair or power scooter.
Cost: Standard - $45 per person; Members -
$41.50 per person. Reservations are required. Please check our website for the latest details.
1pm. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. All Ages. Assemble your choice of a bird house or feeder kit with guidance from our naturalists. Learn how to identify the birds that use them. Members $8 per kit, Public $10 per kit. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
11:30am & 1:30m. Meadow Brook Hall, Oakland University, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester, MI 48309. Step back into history and gain insight into the life of the servants at The Great Estate. A
Servant's Life is a unique tour where visitors will have a chance to see life as it was lived in the “downstairs” of Meadow Brook Hall when the head housekeeper invites them to be part of the staff. Guests will
learn how the servants lived and worked at The Hall in this behind-the-scenes, immersive touring experience.
Complete your afternoon with scones, jam, tea and milk in the Service Porch. This
immersive tour features a full cast of participants and surprises along the way. It's the perfect way to bring old world charm to your life! ***PLEASE NOTE***: We cannot guarantee separate seating for groups.
Because of the historic nature of Meadow Brook Hall, some areas of the Servant's Life Tour may not be fully accessible by wheelchair or power scooter.
Cost: Standard - $45 per person; Members -
$41.50 per person. Reservations are required. Please check our website for the latest details.
8pm. St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 620 Romeo Rd, Rochester, MI 48307. The Rochester Symphony Orchestra (RSO) presents the 2022-2023 Concert Series Flight of Fancy. Tickets are
$25 for adults, $5 for students, and may be purchased on the Website, the box office 248-651-4181 or pay at the door. The full four Concert Series Season Ticket Package is $90.
The mission of the
Rochester Symphony Orchestra is to enrich the cultural experiences available in the Greater Rochester area through excellence in symphonic music.
10am-11am. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. For children ages one to three years and a caregiver. Please register all one to three year olds attending, one registration
covers the whole five week session. Join Ms. Angela for a fun, play-based five week program where families can relax, make friends and talk one-on-one with specialists on child development.
This
program is limited to one session per year per child. Siblings ages birth to one year and four to five years are welcome to attend, but do not need to be registered for the program. Please note, registration
begins two weeks prior to the event.
7pm-8pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Teens can join in the Eureka Lab once a month to create crafts and hang out with other teens. This months craft will be Shrinky Key Chains. Registration required. Questions? Send an email to adult.reference@rhpl.org or contact the adult reference desk at 248-650-7130.
7:00pm - 8:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307, Conference Room B, for Adults. A twice-monthly drop-in workshop for those who love to write, want to learn from more experienced writers or want to let their writing ideas flow. Members will write on a given topic or thought-starter and give and take positive feedback. Registration is not required.
10:30am-11:30am. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. For children ages one to five years and a caregiver. Please register all one to five year olds attending, one registration covers the whole five week session. Infant siblings under age one can attend, but do not need to be registered. Please only register for one-Wednesday OR Thursday. Join one of your favorite Youth Librarians in the big room for some big fun! We'll read stories, sing songs, and enjoy a lot of active play & movement! Registration will open March 1st at 9am.
Tours at 7 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Meadow Brook Hall, Oakland University, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester, MI 48309. See Meadow Brook Hall in a new light as its hidden details and
exquisite craftsmanship are illuminated as never before with our exciting Flashlight Tours.
Your docent will show you behind ropes, under tables and inside cabinets to highlight the secret spaces you
probably missed in the daylight. From a domed ceiling painted with constellations to the glow of illuminated jade, you’ll enjoy new sights and stories as you explore the dimly lit rooms of Meadow Brook with a
Flashlight Tour.
This is a unique and intimate experience, with only ten guests per tour. Tours will run for approximately an hour and a half. Advanced tickets are required and all tours are expected to
sell out! Cost: $30 per person | $27 per member
6:30pm - 7:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Patrons in 5th grade and up are invited to join us for an introduction to Python Coding classes every Thursday in March. We will be using Circuit Playground Express devices and exploring basic Python coding concepts to get you started. Registration required. Located in the Eureka Lab. Questions? Send an email to adult.reference@rhpl.org or contact the adult reference desk at 248-650-7130.
7pm-8pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Renowned cardiologist Nishit Choksi, MD, FACC, FSCAI, FCCP, FACA, speaks about cardiovascular care and the advancements in diagnostic testing, pharmaceuticals, and treatment options. Registration will open Feb 23rd at 9am.
3pm. Rochester Community House, 816 Ludlow Ave, Rochester, MI. “Women of the Watch, Keepers of the Light,” written and performed by Anna Marck and directed by D.B. Schroeder, is an uplifting 45-minutes of music, laughter, and simple, honest storytelling. The play follows Anna as she relives hilarious family trips to lighthouses in Michigan, which ignites a passion to share the spectacular stories of various female lighthouse keepers of the Great Lakes. Please contact Beverly at 248-651-223 for more informaiton.
10am-11am. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. Ages 3-5. We combine a story with related Science, Technology, Engineering, Art &/or Math activities. Members $4, Public $6. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
7pm-8pm. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm - Calf Barn. Smallpox was one of the deadliest diseases in history and yet its threat was eliminated from the face of the earth more than 50 years ago. Vaccines made its elimination possible as no effective treatment was ever identified. Parke-Davis – Rochester was one of numerous drug companies that manufactured an effective vaccine. This presentation will present a history of smallpox, its symptoms, early methods of immunization, the discovery of an effective vaccine, the vaccine manufacturing process, the history of smallpox as a biological warfare agent and the potential for a smallpox reemergence. Don Callihan is a Parke-Davis retiree and was Director of Engineering at the Parke-Davis facility in Rochester, Michigan. Cost: Museum Members free; Non-Members $5/Adults, $3/Seniors & Students. Please Pre-Register at Rochester Hills Museum website.
10am-11:30am. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Support group providing information, socialization, support and speakers to those with low vision. Register by calling (248) 608-0261. The For more information, visit opcseniorcenter.org.
12PM - 3PM. Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp MI. This FREE open house is offered by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission. If you have any questions please call them directly at 248-651-7810. Sponsored by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission these programs are offered at nearby township parks. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
Noon - 6pm. VORH, 104 N. Adams Road, Rochester Hills, MI 48309. Celebrate Easter with FREE Easter Bunny Visits and a Scavenger Hunt Experience.
Guests will not only be able
to visit with The Easter Bunny in the beautifully decorated outdoor Gazebo, but they will be able to take part in a special Bunny Scavenger Hunt around The Village as well.
The Easter Bunny will be set
up inside The Gazebo in Festival Park. Scavenger Hunt sheets can be picked up from the Easter Bunny with participating stores located throughout The Village. No reservations necessary. Walk up for
complimentary visits. Weather permitting.
10am-11am. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. For children ages one to three years and a caregiver. Please register all one to three year olds attending, one registration
covers the whole five week session. Join Ms. Angela for a fun, play-based five week program where families can relax, make friends and talk one-on-one with specialists on child development.
This
program is limited to one session per year per child. Siblings ages birth to one year and four to five years are welcome to attend, but do not need to be registered for the program. Please note, registration
begins two weeks prior to the event.
4:30pm. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Meet Rochester Mayor Stuart Bikson and stay up to date on happenings in your community. For more information, call (248)659-1029 or visit opcseniorcenter.org.
10am-12pm. Paint Creek Cider Mill, 4480 Orion Rd, Oakland Township. Learn to draw with depth at the "Beginning Perspective" Drawing Workshop. The workshop is taught by art teacher
and fine artist, Janet Almstadt-Davison. Janet taught high school art for thirty years, which helped her appreciate all styles, subject matter, techniques and art materials. She conducts workshops, teaches
students, and shows her artwork in competitions, group shows and solo shows. Her work appears in many collections in the United States. She recently illustrated the cover of the book "First You Hear Thunder"
by Terry Donnelly.
Please reserve your seat by Wednesday March 22 if you would like to join. Call 248-608-6807 or email bbarber@oaklandtownship.org to register. The workshop includes all four
sessions and fee $120 payable to Oakland Township.
10am. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Come & enjoy an afternoon of Euchre! Pre-registration is appreciated. $5 fee for OPC members, $10 for non-members. Registration begins at 9:30am, games begin at 10am. Players must be on time and stay until play is completed. 8 rounds, 8 hands in each round. Register by calling (248)659-1029. Members can also register at opcseniorcenter.org.
1pm-3pm. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. This group provides an opportunity for those who are caring for their loved one to come together for support, sharing and time to talk with others who are also living with Parkinson’s. Call facilitator Kathy Walton 248.568.3549.
10:30am-11:30am. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. For children ages one to five years and a caregiver. Please register all one to five year olds attending, one registration covers the whole five week session. Infant siblings under age one can attend, but do not need to be registered. Please only register for one-Wednesday OR Thursday. Join one of your favorite Youth Librarians in the big room for some big fun! We'll read stories, sing songs, and enjoy a lot of active play & movement! Registration will open March 1st at 9am.
6pm. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Come & enjoy an afternoon of Euchre! Pre-registration is appreciated. $5 fee for OPC members, $10 for non-members. Registration begins at 5:30pm, games begin at 6pm. Players must be on time and stay until play is completed. 8 rounds, 8 hands in each round. Register by calling (248)659-1029. Members can also register at opcseniorcenter.org.
6:30pm - 7:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Patrons in 5th grade and up are invited to join us for an introduction to Python Coding classes every Thursday in March. We will be using Circuit Playground Express devices and exploring basic Python coding concepts to get you started. Registration required. Located in the Eureka Lab. Questions? Send an email to adult.reference@rhpl.org or contact the adult reference desk at 248-650-7130.
Tours at 7 p.m., 7:30 p.m. and 8 p.m.Meadow Brook Hall, Oakland University, 350 Estate Drive, Rochester, MI 48309. See Meadow Brook Hall in a new light as its hidden details and
exquisite craftsmanship are illuminated as never before with our exciting Flashlight Tours.
Your docent will show you behind ropes, under tables and inside cabinets to highlight the secret spaces you
probably missed in the daylight. From a domed ceiling painted with constellations to the glow of illuminated jade, you’ll enjoy new sights and stories as you explore the dimly lit rooms of Meadow Brook with a
Flashlight Tour.
This is a unique and intimate experience, with only ten guests per tour. Tours will run for approximately an hour and a half. Advanced tickets are required and all tours are expected to
sell out! Cost: $30 per person | $27 per member
7pm-8:30pm. Bloomer Park, 345 John R Road. Join us for an exciting evening looking at the stars!
Providing the sky cooperates, enjoy a scenic view of the night sky through telescopes with the Oakland Astronomy Club. If it’s a cloudy night, enjoy a guided night hike, owl calling, and more followed by
marshmallows roasting over a crackling campfire.
Suitable for all ages. Children under 12 must purchase a ticket and be accompanied by a paid adult.
Participants will meet at the Pine Grove
Shelter. Please arrive on time as program content starts promptly. As a courtesy to wildlife and other participants, please leave your pets at home. Content such as changes/maps will be sent via email leading
up to the program. Pre-registration is required. Suitable for all ages. Price: $7
1pm-2:30pm. Bloomer Park, 345 John R Road. Join us in search of antlers in the woods! Each winter, white-tailed deer shed their antlers only to grow new ones in the spring. Learn about
this amazing cycle then search the trails and wooded areas in Bloomer Park for dropped antlers. Dress for the weather and walking in the woods, rain or shine! You can take home any antlers you may
find.
Recommended for ages 7+, children under 12 mustpurchase a ticket and be accompanied by a paid adult. Participants will meet at the Pine Grove shelter. Please arrive on time as program content
starts promptly and participants often venture out into the park. As a courtesy to wildlife and other participants, please leave your pets at home. Content such as changes/maps will be sent via email leading up
to the program. Pre-registration is required. Suitable for all ages. Price: $7
7pm-8pm. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm - Calf Barn. Chili powder in the boiler? Two teachers for 206 students? From childhood pranks to foundational structure, this program examines archival records to bring Stoney Creek School House’s fascinating past and community role to life. Presenter Cathy Fitzpatrick will reflect on national trends with an overview of the 12 local one room schoolhouses. These all merged to create the Rochester Community Schools, but the focus will be on the Stoney Creek School built in 1848. Cathy Fitzpatrick is the Program and Volunteer Coordinator at the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm. Cost: Museum Members free; Non-Members $5/Adults, $3/Seniors & Students. Please Pre-Register at Rochester Hills Museum website.
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April 2023Rochester Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is calling all artists: Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College, and Adult to participate in Downtown Rochester’s Annual Skateboard Art Competition & Exhibition, Deck Art 2023. Artists are asked to provide their unique work on a blank skateboard deck. Winning pieces will be picked in each category by a panel of judges, and prizes will be awarded. Deck Art is scheduled for May 11 & 12. Registration for Deck Art begins Tuesday, February 1. Registration forms can be found online at www.downtownrochestermi.com/deck-art. Submit completed registration forms to South Street Skateshop (410 Main). There is a registration Fee of $20.00 (plus tax) for one blank skateboard deck. The registration deadline is Friday, April 7.
Noon - 6pm. VORH, 104 N. Adams Road, Rochester Hills, MI 48309. Celebrate Easter with FREE Easter Bunny Visits and a Scavenger Hunt Experience.
Guests will not only be able
to visit with The Easter Bunny in the beautifully decorated outdoor Gazebo, but they will be able to take part in a special Bunny Scavenger Hunt around The Village as well.
The Easter Bunny will be set
up inside The Gazebo in Festival Park. Scavenger Hunt sheets can be picked up from the Easter Bunny with participating stores located throughout The Village. No reservations necessary. Walk up for
complimentary visits. Weather permitting.
11am. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. All Ages. Many animals lay eggs, explore different types of eggs you might see here in Michigan and beyond. Then go for an egg hunt through the trail and at the dinosaur dig. Members $4 per person, Public $6 per person. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
12pm-3pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde Towne Road, Rochester. Appraisers will be available to provide verbal-only appraisals of your antique treasurers. Take photos of larger
items and bring them to the event.
The event is free. Appraisals are $5 per item — CASH ONLY. There is a limit of five items per person. Proceeds benefit the society’s preservation efforts and
programming. All items are appraised at fair market value. No buying or selling is allowed at this event.
Noon - 6pm. VORH, 104 N. Adams Road, Rochester Hills, MI 48309. Celebrate Easter with FREE Easter Bunny Visits and a Scavenger Hunt Experience.
Guests will not only be able
to visit with The Easter Bunny in the beautifully decorated outdoor Gazebo, but they will be able to take part in a special Bunny Scavenger Hunt around The Village as well.
The Easter Bunny will be set
up inside The Gazebo in Festival Park. Scavenger Hunt sheets can be picked up from the Easter Bunny with participating stores located throughout The Village. No reservations necessary. Walk up for
complimentary visits. Weather permitting.
10am. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Meet Rochester Hills Mayor Bryan Barnett and stay up to date on happenings in your community. For more information, call (248)659-1029 or visit opcseniorcenter.org.
10am-11am. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. For children ages one to three years and a caregiver. Please register all one to three year olds attending, one registration
covers the whole five week session. Join Ms. Angela for a fun, play-based five week program where families can relax, make friends and talk one-on-one with specialists on child development.
This
program is limited to one session per year per child. Siblings ages birth to one year and four to five years are welcome to attend, but do not need to be registered for the program. Please note, registration
begins two weeks prior to the event.
10am-12pm. Paint Creek Cider Mill, 4480 Orion Rd, Oakland Township. Learn to draw with depth at the "Beginning Perspective" Darwing Workshop. The workshop is taught by art teacher
and fine artist, Janet Almstadt-Davison. Janet taught high school art for thirty years, which helped her appreciate all styles, subject matter, techniques and art materials. She conducts workshops, teaches
students, and shows her artwork in competitions, group shows and solo shows. Her work appears in many collections in the United States. She recently illustrated the cover of the book "First You Hear Thunder"
by Terry Donnelly.
Please reserve your seat by Wednesday March 22 if you would like to join. Call 248-608-6807 or email bbarber@oaklandtownship.org to register. The workshop includes all four
sessions and fee $120 payable to Oakland Township.
5:30pm-7:30pm. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. This group meets at OPC, is associated with the Michigan Parkinson’s Foundation and features programs for every day living, sharing and support. For information or to register, please call (584)612-2744.
10:30am-11:30am. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. For children ages one to five years and a caregiver. Please register all one to five year olds attending, one registration covers the whole five week session. Infant siblings under age one can attend, but do not need to be registered. Please only register for one-Wednesday OR Thursday. Join one of your favorite Youth Librarians in the big room for some big fun! We'll read stories, sing songs, and enjoy a lot of active play & movement! Registration will open March 1st at 9am.
4:30pm-6pm. Marshview Park, 3100 Clarkston Road, Oakland Township, Michigan 48363. Please contact them directly if you have any questions about registration 248-651-7810.
7pm-8:30pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde Towne Road, Rochester. (rescheduled from Nov 3, 2022) Brian Egen joins RAHS to present on his experiences in making the movie,
Gettysburg, in which he had a speaking role alongside actor Jeff Daniels. The movie was made on the actual Gettysburg battlefield and in and around the town with thousands of re-enactors and the likes of
actors Sam Elliott, Stephen Lang, Martin Sheen, and others.
Egen is executive producer at the Henry Ford and a Michigan native. He is a co-founder of the Michigan Civil War Association, chairman of
the Michigan Civil War Sesquicentennial Committee, and member of the Michigan Historical Commission, Monroe County Historical Commission, and Commission on the Environment, City of Monroe. Egen is
also the co-author of Michigan at Antietam, is an award-winning director for an independent short film, and has worked on several National Park Service and historic site Civil War documentaries.
10am-11am- Newcomers. 11am to Noon – Continued Support. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Participating in a grief support group can be a healthy step in the healing process. Meet others who are dealing with similar losses and gain a better understanding of the grief process. Register by calling (248)608-0261. For more information, visit opcseniorcenter.org.
Noon - 6pm. VORH, 104 N. Adams Road, Rochester Hills, MI 48309. Celebrate Easter with FREE Easter Bunny Visits and a Scavenger Hunt Experience.
Guests will not only be able
to visit with The Easter Bunny in the beautifully decorated outdoor Gazebo, but they will be able to take part in a special Bunny Scavenger Hunt around The Village as well.
The Easter Bunny will be set
up inside The Gazebo in Festival Park. Scavenger Hunt sheets can be picked up from the Easter Bunny with participating stores located throughout The Village. No reservations necessary. Walk up for
complimentary visits. Weather permitting.
Noon - 6pm. VORH, 104 N. Adams Road, Rochester Hills, MI 48309. Celebrate Easter with FREE Easter Bunny Visits and a Scavenger Hunt Experiences.
Guests will not only be able
to visit with The Easter Bunny in the beautifully decorated outdoor Gazebo, but they will be able to take part in a special Bunny Scavenger Hunt around The Village as well.
The Easter Bunny will be set
up inside The Gazebo in Festival Park. Scavenger Hunt sheets can be picked up from the Easter Bunny with participating stores located throughout The Village. No reservations necessary. Walk up for
complimentary visits. Weather permitting.
12PM - 3PM. Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp MI. This FREE open house is offered by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission. If you have any questions please call them directly at 248-651-7810. Sponsored by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission these programs are offered at nearby township parks. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
12pm-1:45pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Need technology help? Sign up and have a teen volunteer help you with whatever issue you may have.
10am-12pm. Paint Creek Cider Mill, 4480 Orion Rd, Oakland Township. Learn to draw with depth at the "Beginning Perspective" Drawing Workshop. The workshop is taught by art teacher
and fine artist, Janet Almstadt-Davison. Janet taught high school art for thirty years, which helped her appreciate all styles, subject matter, techniques and art materials. She conducts workshops, teaches
students, and shows her artwork in competitions, group shows and solo shows. Her work appears in many collections in the United States. She recently illustrated the cover of the book "First You Hear Thunder"
by Terry Donnelly.
Please reserve your seat by Wednesday March 22 if you would like to join. Call 248-608-6807 or email bbarber@oaklandtownship.org to register. The workshop includes all four
sessions and fee $120 payable to Oakland Township.
2pm-3pm. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Support group for those caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s or Dementia. Respite care is available. Register by calling (248)608-0261. For more information visit opcseniorcenter.org.
7:00pm - 8:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307, Conference Room B, for Adults. A twice-monthly drop-in workshop for those who love to write, want to learn from more experienced writers or want to let their writing ideas flow. Members will write on a given topic or thought-starter and give and take positive feedback. Registration is not required.
6pm-8pm. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. All Ages. The scariest fear conservationists have is extinction of a species. Listen to the harrowing tales that some plants & animals face. S’mores supplies will be provided. Members $3 per person with a max fee of $12 per family, Public $5 per person with a max fee of $15 per family. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
2:30-4pm. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Spring is Here! Join us to celebrate! Meet up with friends, enjoy the incredible music of Allan & Donna Nahajewski, and feast on light appetizers and refreshments.
The Rochester Hills Museum. The Paint Creek Garden Club welcomes new members and speakers. Please email clematis29@hotmail.com for more information.
10-11:30am. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Identity Theft – What you need to know. Presented by Xenia Woltmann, from Rochester Wealth Strategies. Register by calling (248)659- 1029. $2 drop-in fee.
Register for a start time - 9am, 10am, 11am. Bloomer Park, 345 John R Road. Join us for a yummy and educational pancake breakfast! Visit Bloomer Park and our Sugar Bush to see an old- fashioned sap-to-syrup boiling operation. We will be making syrup from trees tapped right here in Rochester Hills. Sample some real maple syrup and enjoy a pancake breakfast complete with sausage, juice and coffee. Pre-registration is required. Cost $6-$12. All ages welcome, children 2 and under are free.
4:30pm-6pm. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. Grades 2-5. Each week will include a gardening lesson and snack using fresh plant parts. An optional plot in the Dinosaur Hill Children's Garden is available for your family’s continued use for the season. (You may opt out of caring for the plot and the produce will be donated to the food pantry) Every participant will receive a variety plants to take home that they have started from seed! Members $50, Public $60 for 6 weekly classes. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
10am-12pm. Paint Creek Cider Mill, 4480 Orion Rd, Oakland Township. Learn to draw with depth at the "Beginning Perspective" Darwing Workshop. The workshop is taught by art teacher
and fine artist, Janet Almstadt-Davison. Janet taught high school art for thirty years, which helped her appreciate all styles, subject matter, techniques and art materials. She conducts workshops, teaches
students, and shows her artwork in competitions, group shows and solo shows. Her work appears in many collections in the United States. She recently illustrated the cover of the book "First You Hear Thunder"
by Terry Donnelly.
Please reserve your seat by Wednesday March 22 if you would like to join. Call 248-608-6807 or email bbarber@oaklandtownship.org to register. The workshop includes all four
sessions and fee $120 payable to Oakland Township.
5:30-8pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde towne Rd, Rochester, MI 48307. The shelves will be full of gently used books and DVDs for adults, teens, and children. Friends Members Night is Wednesday. Memberships will be sold at the door. Call 248-650-7178 to learn more about used book sales.
10am-8pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde towne Rd, Rochester, MI 48307. The shelves will be full of gently used books and DVDs for adults, teens, and children. Call 248-650- 7178 to learn more about used book sales.
10am-11am. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. Pre K, ages 3-5. At this program, we’ll read a story, eat a snack, and make a craft that matches the theme. Members $4, Public $6. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes
5:30pm. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Pairing Michigan wines with Michigan Food! A 5-course wine pairing dinner featuring the culinary talents of Sue Malinowski and Michigan wines. Presented by Sommelier Ryan Wargo from Woodberry Wines. Register by calling (248) 659-1029. Cost: $35.
10am-11am- Newcomers. 11am to Noon – Continued Support. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Participating in a grief support group can be a healthy step in the healing process. Meet others who are dealing with similar losses and gain a better understanding of the grief process. Register by calling (248)608-0261. For more information, visit opcseniorcenter.org.
10am-5pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde towne Rd, Rochester, MI 48307. The shelves will be full of gently used books and DVDs for adults, teens, and children. Call 248-650- 7178 to learn more about used book sales.
Naturalist-let walks every hour 9am-3pm. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. All Ages. Celebrate Earth Day by cataloging species in our park as part of this Michigan-wide event! FREE Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
9:30am to 1pm, the first hour from 9:30am to 10:30am, being an Early Bird Hour. RARA Building, 500 E. Second Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Mom to Mom Sales are a great place to buy
gently used items from other moms and dads. This is an excellent place for new moms to find maternity wear, baby carriers, baby gear, cribs, bouncers, and much more! For seasoned moms, this sale is a great
way to keep up with your growing children's clothing, toys, and furniture needs. Children often outgrow their clothes, toys, and equipment before it can be worn out, and replacing them can become costly. This
"Mom to Mom" sale is a great way to save money and get the items you want for your children!
Costs - 9:30am to 10:30am Early Bird admission fee is $3. The regular admission fee from 10:30am to
1pm is $1. For more information about the MOM TO MOM SALE, call 947-886-0082.
10am to 2pm. Royal Park Hotel in Rochester, MI. The afternoon will be filled with raffles, a silent auction, a gourmet lunch, and the Fashion Show, featuring the latest trends from
Somerset Mall, making it the premier event to attend. Most importantly, you will hear testimonies and meet with some of our women who have gotten their life back and found success at Grace Centers of
Hope! All proceeds from the event will go toward supporting the various aspects of our Women’s Program. Please consider partnering with us for this event to help give HOPE for a brighter future for the many
women impacted by homelessness, abuse, and addiction. Dress up in your Ladies' Luncheon Best, please feel free to wear a hat or fascinator!
Visit the Grace Centers of Hope website to purchase
tickets. If you have any questions about this event please contact our Special Events Coordinator, April Melik, at (248)-334-2187 ext. 1140. Valet parking is included and will be provided at both the front and
back entrances.
10am-5pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde towne Rd, Rochester, MI 48307. The shelves will be full of gently used books and DVDs for adults, teens, and children. Call 248-650- 7178 to learn more about used book sales.
12pm-3pm. Lost Lake Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail, Oakland Twp MI. This FREE open house is offered by Oakland Township Parks and Rec Commission. If you have any questions please call them directly at 248-651-7810.
1:30pm-4:30pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde towne Rd, Rochester, MI 48307. $5.00 a Bag Sale! The shelves will be full of gently used books and DVDs for adults, teens, and children. Call 248-650-7178 to learn more about used book sales.
4:30pm. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Meet Rochester Mayor Stuart Bikson and stay up to date on happenings in your community. For more information, call (248)659-1029 or visit opcseniorcenter.org.
4:30pm-6pm. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. Grades 2-5. Each week will include a gardening lesson and snack using fresh plant parts. An optional plot in the Dinosaur Hill Children's Garden is available for your family’s continued use for the season. (You may opt out of caring for the plot and the produce will be donated to the food pantry) Every participant will receive a variety plants to take home that they have started from seed! Members $50, Public $60 for 6 weekly classes. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
7:00pm - 8:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307, Conference Room B, for Adults. A twice-monthly drop-in workshop for those who love to write, want to learn from more experienced writers or want to let their writing ideas flow. Members will write on a given topic or thought-starter and give and take positive feedback. Registration is not required.
1pm-3pm. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. This group provides an opportunity for those who are caring for their loved one to come together for support, sharing and time to talk with others who are also living with Parkinson’s. Call facilitator Kathy Walton 248.568.3549.
10:30am-2pm.Meadow Brook Theatre, 207 Wilson Hall, Rochester Hills, MI. Come to the theatre and enjoy the live entertainment, basket and 54 card raffle, bake shoppe, and a box lunch in your reserved theatre seat while watching select scenes from the current musical, “Honky Tonk Angels”.
1pm. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Find out more about the life of this facinating woman! The tabloids of today would have a field day with Eleanor Roosevelt, starting from her childhood right up to her time in the U.N. Her husband's affairs as well as her affairs of the heart would have been all over the National Enquirer. She was an outspoken supporter of the rights of women, Blacks and workers at a time when it was not popular. Cost - $14 in the dining Room.
2pm-3:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. A Memory Cafe is a welcoming place for people with memory challenges and their care partners to socialize in a safe and friendly environment. Please note that the cafe is not a drop-off respite program. Questions? Call Outreach Services at 248-650-7150 or send an email to outreach@rhpl.org.
10am-11:30am. OPC, 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Support group providing information, socialization, support and speakers to those with low vision. Register by calling (248) 608-0261. The For more information, visit opcseniorcenter.org.
10am-11am. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. Ages 3-5. We combine a story with related Science, Technology, Engineering, Art &/or Math activities. Members $4, Public $6. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
6pm-9:30pm. The Friends of the Rochester Hills Public Library invite you to an evening of entertaining and informative speakers, beverages and food, as well as a silent auction and 50/50
raffle. Because alcohol will be served, guests must be 21 or older.
Registration: March 1st - April 17th. Tickets: $80 per person, raises to $90 after April 11th. Your tickets will be sent to the email listed
when registering. Suggested attire: Smart Casual. For more information call 248-650-7176.
1pm. 650 Letica Drive, Rochester. Wear your 1920’s attire and get ready to shake your fringe! Prizes for the best dressed, enjoy some refreshments. Special appearance by the Shane Gang Cloggers. Register by calling (248) 659-1029. Cost: $5.
Go to MayMay 202312pm-1pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde Towne Road, Rochester. Gary Gillette of the Friends of Historic Hamtramck Stadium will discuss the history of the Negro baseball leagues in Detroit and Hamtramck, as well as the story of Hamtramck Stadium. This program is free and open to the public. Please register for this program.
4:30pm-6pm. Gallagher Creek Park, 2780 Silverbell Road, Oakland Township, MI 48306. Why are some animals slimy? Discover the reasons some animals ooze. Create, compare, and take home different types of biodegradable slimes. Look for slimy plants and wildlife around the park and take home a slimy slug toy. Please contact them directly if you have any questions about registration 248- 651-7810.
4:30pm-6pm. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. Grades 2-5. Each week will include a gardening lesson and snack using fresh plant parts. An optional plot in the Dinosaur Hill Children's Garden is available for your family’s continued use for the season. (You may opt out of caring for the plot and the produce will be donated to the food pantry) Every participant will receive a variety plants to take home that they have started from seed! Members $50, Public $60 for 6 weekly classes. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
7:00am to 9:00am. Doors open: 6:45 am, Breakfast: 7:00-7:30am, Program begins at 7:30am. Oakland University O'Rena, 569 Pioneer Dr., Rochester, MI 48309. Old Dominion University basketball greats Ronnie “Mack” McAdoo and Janet McAdoo will keynote the 42nd annual event. The Rochester Area Prayer Breakfast is an annual, non-denominational event held in recognition of the National Day of Prayer, instituted in 1952 by a joint resolution of Congress and then President Harry S. Truman. Register to attend at the Rochester Area Prayer Breakfast website. Tickets are $30 per person.
Meet at the Downtown Rochester Farmer’s Market, 202 E. 3rd St. Join Museum staff at the Rochester Farmer’s Market! Buy some fresh food and then hit the streets to learn some fascinating facts to share at dinner with family and friends. Where is the oldest building on Main Street? Where were the first hotels? Where was the first house built? When did the telephone come to town? Where were all the churches? On this tour we’ll explore our downtown exhibit signs and sift through historical photos and stories while walking about a half mile. Cost: Free
8:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
Ascension Hospital’s Health Corner, May 6, Pediatric Summer Safety kick off! Bike/outdoor sports safety, water safety, sun and insect safety, heat
illness prevention.
4:30pm-6pm. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. Grades 2-5. Each week will include a gardening lesson and snack using fresh plant parts. An optional plot in the Dinosaur Hill Children's Garden is available for your family’s continued use for the season. (You may opt out of caring for the plot and the produce will be donated to the food pantry) Every participant will receive a variety plants to take home that they have started from seed! Members $50, Public $60 for 6 weekly classes. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
6pm-8pm. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. All Ages. The scariest fear conservationists have is extinction of a species. Listen to the harrowing tales that some plants & animals face. S’mores supplies will be provided. Members $3 per person with a max fee of $12 per family, Public $5 per person with a max fee of $15 per family. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
3pm-4pm. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm. We’re opening the doors of the farmhouse to host an afternoon, or low tea hour. We will explore the history of Stoney Creek Village, as we celebrate its Bicentennial. Guests get the chance to interact with artifacts and documents normally stored safely away in the collections room, while enjoying the ambiance of the 1840s Van Hoosen Farmhouse. This unique opportunity is limited to 12 people. Tea and light snack will be served. Register by Monday at 5pm. Cost: Non-Members $20; Museum Members $15. Pre-registration required.
7:00pm - 8:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307, Conference Room B, for Adults. A twice-monthly drop-in workshop for those who love to write, want to learn from more experienced writers or want to let their writing ideas flow. Members will write on a given topic or thought-starter and give and take positive feedback. Registration is not required.
5pm. Completed artwork will be placed on display throughout as many as 50 businesses in downtown Rochester. Onlookers can enjoy and admire these uniquely designed pieces of artwork while strolling in and out of businesses.
5pm-9pm. The Rochester Downtown Development Authority (DDA) Deck Art continues, including unique artwork, music, shopping and more. Winning pieces will be picked in each category by a panel of judges, and prizes will be awarded. Specific event details will be available in the coming months.
The Rochester Hills Museum. The Paint Creek Garden Club welcomes new members and speakers. Please email clematis29@hotmail.com for more information.
8pm. St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 620 Romeo Rd, Rochester, MI 48307. The Rochester Symphony Orchestra (RSO) presents the 2022-2023 Concert Series Flight of Fancy. Tickets are
$25 for adults, $5 for students, and may be purchased on the Website, the box office 248-651-4181 or pay at the door. The full four Concert Series Season Ticket Package is $90.
The mission of the
Rochester Symphony Orchestra is to enrich the cultural experiences available in the Greater Rochester area through excellence in symphonic music.
5pm-9pm. The Rochester Downtown Development Authority (DDA) Deck Art continues, including unique artwork, music, shopping and more. Winning pieces will be picked in each category by a panel of judges, and prizes will be awarded. Specific event details will be available in the coming months.
5pm. Completed artwork will be placed on display throughout as many as 50 businesses in downtown Rochester. Onlookers can enjoy and admire these uniquely designed pieces of artwork while strolling in and out of businesses.
8:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
12pm-1:45pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Need technology help? Sign up and have a teen volunteer help you with whatever issue you may have.
7:30 p.m., Stoney Creek High School Auditorium. The 70-member all volunteer Rochester Community Concert Band is conducted by Paul F. DeRubeis and includes adult community members and advanced high school students from greater Rochester and Rochester Hills. Admission is free. Donations gratefully accepted and appreciated.
4:30pm-6pm. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. Grades 2-5. Each week will include a gardening lesson and snack using fresh plant parts. An optional plot in the Dinosaur Hill Children's Garden is available for your family’s continued use for the season. (You may opt out of caring for the plot and the produce will be donated to the food pantry) Every participant will receive a variety plants to take home that they have started from seed! Members $50, Public $60 for 6 weekly classes. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
2pm. Adams High School, 3200 W Tienken Rd, Rochester Hills, MI 48306. More details coming.
8:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
Ascension Hospital’s Health Corner, May 20: Stroke awareness and prevention. Stroke is the third leading cause of death. Learn how to identify
stroke symptoms and what to do.
10:30am – 12pm. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm - Calf Barn. This family friendly program explores the world of bees. We’ll visit the Museum hives, try on a beekeepers outfit, learn the bee life cycle, sample local honey, and create a beeswax candle. Cost: $15/Non-Member; $10/Museum Member - Register by Thursday at 5pm.
1pm. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road. Visit the Rochester Grangers Facebook page for their complete schedule of matches. Always verify date and
time as match day approaches, as this schedule is subject to change.
The Rochester Grangers existed as a base ball club as early as 1871. Vintage base ball is played representing a time period when
gentlemen played for leisure and not for competition. You will not see any spitting, sliding, or wagering at these matches! Home matches are played at the Museum and guests should bring their own chairs or
blankets, cool drinks, and sun protection. Cost: Free
4:30pm-6pm. Dinosaur Hill, 333 N. Hill Circle, Rochester Hills, MI. 48307. Grades 2-5. Each week will include a gardening lesson and snack using fresh plant parts. An optional plot in the Dinosaur Hill Children's Garden is available for your family’s continued use for the season. (You may opt out of caring for the plot and the produce will be donated to the food pantry) Every participant will receive a variety plants to take home that they have started from seed! Members $50, Public $60 for 6 weekly classes. Registration at www.DinosaurHill.org/Classes.
7:00pm - 8:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307, Conference Room B, for Adults. A twice-monthly drop-in workshop for those who love to write, want to learn from more experienced writers or want to let their writing ideas flow. Members will write on a given topic or thought-starter and give and take positive feedback. Registration is not required.
7pm-9pm. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm – Calf Barn. This year marks the 200th Anniversary of the Taylor family’s arrival from New York, founding a community that still thrives today. The Taylor family moved here for its rich natural resources – commodities in high demand for at least 12,000 years. From bone tools to blacksmiths, subsistence farmers to world renowned doctors, this region has a long history of industry and skill. Explore stories of the past in this brand new exhibit! Live music and light refreshments served. Cost: Free, but please register!
2pm-3:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. A Memory Cafe is a welcoming place for people with memory challenges and their care partners to socialize in a safe and friendly environment. Please note that the cafe is not a drop-off respite program. Questions? Call Outreach Services at 248-650-7150 or send an email to outreach@rhpl.org.
8:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
11am-6pm. The Greater Rochester Heritage Days Festival is held on Memorial Day Weekend in Rochester’s beautiful Municipal Park. Get outdoors and enjoy this free, family-friendly event that has celebrated the rich history of the State of Michigan and the Greater Rochester area since 1976! Free Admission, Art Show, Car Shows, Reenactors, Food Trucks, & Pony Rides.
11am-5pm. The Greater Rochester Heritage Days Festival is held on Memorial Day Weekend in Rochester’s beautiful Municipal Park. Get outdoors and enjoy this free, family-friendly event that has celebrated the rich history of the State of Michigan and the Greater Rochester area since 1976! Free Admission, Art Show, Car Shows, Reenactors, Food Trucks, & Pony Rides.
Get ready to don your red, white, and blue, because the Memorial Day Parade is back! Communities from Rochester, Rochester Hills, Oakland Township, and beyond will come together to
honor our nation's heroes in a celebration of freedom and sacrifice.
The parade will start at 11am at Van Hoosen Middle School and proceed North on Adams to the Oakland Township Veterans
Tribute where there will be a Closing Ceremony. This year's parade is made possible by the presenting sponsor, Vito Anthony Homes.
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Shows begin at either 2pm, 6:30pm or 8pm. Meadow Brook Theatre is on the campus of Oakland University in Rochester. Running from May 31 through June 25, 2023. Noises Off by Michael Frayn, captures a touring theatre troupe’s production of Nothing On in three stages: dress rehearsal, the opening performance, and a performance towards the end of a debilitating run. Progressing from flubbed lines and missed cues in the dress rehearsal to mounting friction between cast members, slamming doors, falling trousers, and flying sardines in their final performances, audiences are treated to a hilarious behind_the-scenes peek that truly challenges the age-old saying “The show must go on.” Tickets range from $37 to $46 and are available by calling the Meadow Brook Theatre box office at 248-377- 3300 or going online at www.ticketmaster.com. Student discounts are available at the box office. Groups of eight or more should call 248-370-3316 for group pricing.
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8:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
Shows begin at either 2pm, 6:30pm or 8pm. Meadow Brook Theatre is on the campus of Oakland University in Rochester. Running from May 31 through June 25, 2023. Noises Off by Michael Frayn, captures a touring theatre troupe’s production of Nothing On in three stages: dress rehearsal, the opening performance, and a performance towards the end of a debilitating run. Progressing from flubbed lines and missed cues in the dress rehearsal to mounting friction between cast members, slamming doors, falling trousers, and flying sardines in their final performances, audiences are treated to a hilarious behind_the-scenes peek that truly challenges the age-old saying “The show must go on.” Tickets range from $37 to $46 and are available by calling the Meadow Brook Theatre box office at 248-377- 3300 or going online at www.ticketmaster.com. Student discounts are available at the box office. Groups of eight or more should call 248-370-3316 for group pricing.
10am. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Rd, Rochester Hills, MI 48306. Come to the Calf Barn and learn about how to create beautiful container gardens. This is a free presentation. All are welcome!
The Rochester Hills Museum. The Paint Creek Garden Club welcomes new members and speakers. Please email clematis29@hotmail.com for more information.
8:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
11am & 6pm. Festival Park. Nadia aka “The Bug Lady” will give you an up-close and educational experience with a variety of bugs! You will get the chance to learn about many different exotic insects, touch a tarantula, come face to face with a praying mantis, hold the largest species of millipede in the world, and much more! Learn about why these creatures are to be respected for their role in the ecosystem, and not to be feared! The Little Donut Factory will be selling donuts on-site.
Shows begin at either 2pm, 6:30pm or 8pm. Meadow Brook Theatre is on the campus of Oakland University in Rochester. Running from May 31 through June 25, 2023. Noises Off by Michael Frayn, captures a touring theatre troupe’s production of Nothing On in three stages: dress rehearsal, the opening performance, and a performance towards the end of a debilitating run. Progressing from flubbed lines and missed cues in the dress rehearsal to mounting friction between cast members, slamming doors, falling trousers, and flying sardines in their final performances, audiences are treated to a hilarious behind_the-scenes peek that truly challenges the age-old saying “The show must go on.” Tickets range from $37 to $46 and are available by calling the Meadow Brook Theatre box office at 248-377- 3300 or going online at www.ticketmaster.com. Student discounts are available at the box office. Groups of eight or more should call 248-370-3316 for group pricing.
10am. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Rd, Rochester Hills, MI 48306. The Rochester Garden Walk was a great success in 2022 with hundreds of attendees
enjoying a full day of strolling through distinctive and lovely gardens. Our club will be partnering once again with the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm to present a fabulous day for gardeners and
plant lovers next year. We will start the day at the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farms and enjoy exploring beautiful area gardens.
If you want to add native plants to your garden, our Native
Plant Sale on the grounds of Van Hoosen Farm will fit the bill.
Native plants are fascinating, beautiful and serve an essential role in your backyard ecosystem. As native plant guru, Doug Tallamy says, “Garden as if life depends on it!”
8:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
6:30pm. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road. Visit the Rochester Grangers Facebook page for their complete schedule of matches. Always verify date
and time as match day approaches, as this schedule is subject to change.
The Rochester Grangers existed as a base ball club as early as 1871. Vintage base ball is played representing a time period when
gentlemen played for leisure and not for competition. You will not see any spitting, sliding, or wagering at these matches! Home matches are played at the Museum and guests should bring their own chairs or
blankets, cool drinks, and sun protection. Cost: Free
Shows begin at either 2pm, 6:30pm or 8pm. Meadow Brook Theatre is on the campus of Oakland University in Rochester. Running from May 31 through June 25, 2023. Noises Off by Michael Frayn, captures a touring theatre troupe’s production of Nothing On in three stages: dress rehearsal, the opening performance, and a performance towards the end of a debilitating run. Progressing from flubbed lines and missed cues in the dress rehearsal to mounting friction between cast members, slamming doors, falling trousers, and flying sardines in their final performances, audiences are treated to a hilarious behind_the-scenes peek that truly challenges the age-old saying “The show must go on.” Tickets range from $37 to $46 and are available by calling the Meadow Brook Theatre box office at 248-377- 3300 or going online at www.ticketmaster.com. Student discounts are available at the box office. Groups of eight or more should call 248-370-3316 for group pricing.
2pm-3:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. A Memory Cafe is a welcoming place for people with memory challenges and their care partners to socialize in a safe and friendly environment. Please note that the cafe is not a drop-off respite program. Questions? Call Outreach Services at 248-650-7150 or send an email to outreach@rhpl.org.
1pm. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road. Visit the Rochester Grangers Facebook page for their complete schedule of matches. Always verify date and
time as match day approaches, as this schedule is subject to change.
The Rochester Grangers existed as a base ball club as early as 1871. Vintage base ball is played representing a time period when
gentlemen played for leisure and not for competition. You will not see any spitting, sliding, or wagering at these matches! Home matches are played at the Museum and guests should bring their own chairs or
blankets, cool drinks, and sun protection. Cost: Free
8:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
11am & 6pm. Festival Park. Help me give fresh food to my millipedes, roaches, and beetles, and live crickets and mealworms to my tarantulas, scorpions, giant centipedes, and praying mantids! Learn more about their roles in the ecosystem and why they are all so important! The Little Donut Factory will be selling donuts on-site.
Go to May
July 20238:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
8:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
11am & 6pm. Festival Park. Nadia aka “The Bug Lady” will give you an up-close and educational experience with a variety of bugs! You will get the chance to learn about many different exotic insects, touch a tarantula, come face to face with a praying mantis, hold the largest species of millipede in the world, and much more! Learn about why these creatures are to be respected for their role in the ecosystem, and not to be feared! The Little Donut Factory will be selling donuts on-site.
10am-9pm. Come check out the awesome assembly of bargains from Downtown Rochester merchants. Sidewalk Sale displays will be located along Main Street and side streets in Downtown Rochester. Sidewalk Sales is presented by Chief Financial Credit Union.
July 13, 2022 - August 5, 2022. The Rochester Explorers Club is back! Don't miss this wonderful opportunity for kids of all ages to get out and explore all that our community has to offer. Complete as many activities as you like from July 13 - August 5. Whether you choose one activity or try to complete them all, the goal is to just have fun! Register July 13 - 15 at the Downtown Collaboration Studio, 431 Main Street from 10 am - 5 pm. Participation is free.
6pm-10pm. Downtown Rochester - Bring the whole family to enjoy live music featuring the band Your Generation in Concert as well as, a Taste Fest from local Rochester eateries and more!
In a private home. The Paint Creek Garden Club welcomes new members and speakers. Please email clematis29@hotmail.com for more information.
10am-9pm. Come check out the awesome assembly of bargains from Downtown Rochester merchants. Sidewalk Sale displays will be located along Main Street and side streets in Downtown Rochester. Sidewalk Sales is presented by Chief Financial Credit Union.
Movies in the Moonlight is located in the parking lot at the corner of E. Third & Water, one block east of Main. Featured movies begin at dusk (approximately 9:15 pm) and pre-shows
start at 8:30 pm. Admission is free!
Movies in the Moonlight is BYOC (Bring Your Own Chairs)! You will not be able to drop your chairs early in the day. Please remember to social distance, masks are
recommended however, legally we cannot require at outdoor events.
The Little Donut Factory will be at each movie this year! They will be selling fresh hot mini donuts with a variety of toppings,
popcorn, lemonade, soda and bottled water. If you decide to bring your own goodies please remember no alcohol or glass containers allowed in the movie lot.
6pm. Meadow Brook Theatre, Rochester Hills, MI. A fundraising event to benefit Meadow Brook Theatre. Tickets on Sale Now!
We are beyond thrilled to finally welcome The
Association to the MBT stage this coming July 15, 2023! Featuring hits such as" “Cherish”, “Never My Love”, “Windy” and more! This is a concert you don't want to miss. Call our box office for tickets at (248) 377-
3300 or visit Ticketmaster.com.
8:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
Pre-show starts at 8:30pm. Movies start at dusk - about 9:15pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, Michigan 48307. Rochester DDA hosts Movies in the Moonlight. Admission is free, so arrive early for the best seating. Movies in the Moonlight is BYOC (Bring Your Own Chairs)!
10am-9pm. Come check out the awesome assembly of bargains from Downtown Rochester merchants. Sidewalk Sale displays will be located along Main Street and side streets in Downtown Rochester. Sidewalk Sales is presented by Chief Financial Credit Union.
Interested participants should register with the Summer Learning Program prior to auditions. Click Here for More Info
Interested participants should register with the Summer Learning Program prior to auditions. Click Here for More Info
Interested participants should register with the Summer Learning Program prior to auditions. Click Here for More Info
Movies in the Moonlight is located in the parking lot at the corner of E. Third & Water, one block east of Main. Featured movies begin at dusk (approximately 9:15 pm) and pre-shows
start at 8:30 pm. Admission is free!
Movies in the Moonlight is BYOC (Bring Your Own Chairs)! You will not be able to drop your chairs early in the day. Please remember to social distance, masks are
recommended however, legally we cannot require at outdoor events.
The Little Donut Factory will be at each movie this year! They will be selling fresh hot mini donuts with a variety of toppings,
popcorn, lemonade, soda and bottled water. If you decide to bring your own goodies please remember no alcohol or glass containers allowed in the movie lot.
Interested participants should register with the Summer Learning Program prior to auditions. Click Here for More Info
Pre-show starts at 8:30pm. Movies start at dusk - about 9:15pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, Michigan 48307. Rochester DDA hosts Movies in the Moonlight. Admission is free, so arrive early for the best seating. Movies in the Moonlight is BYOC (Bring Your Own Chairs)!
1pm. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road. Visit the Rochester Grangers Facebook page for their complete schedule of matches. Always verify date and
time as match day approaches, as this schedule is subject to change.
The Rochester Grangers existed as a base ball club as early as 1871. Vintage base ball is played representing a time period when
gentlemen played for leisure and not for competition. You will not see any spitting, sliding, or wagering at these matches! Home matches are played at the Museum and guests should bring their own chairs or
blankets, cool drinks, and sun protection. Cost: Free
8:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
Interested participants should register with the Summer Learning Program prior to auditions. Click Here for More Info
11am & 6pm. Festival Park. Does your child love bugs and keep them as a pet? Well here is their chance to bring their little friend to show off! Feel free to bring a small container with your pet bug and Nadia will give you feeding and keeping advice! Take a look at some taxidermy and see what scientists who study these creatures do in order to save and study them! The Little Donut Factory will be selling donuts on-site.
5:30-8pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde towne Rd, Rochester, MI 48307. The shelves will be full of gently used books and DVDs for adults, teens, and children. Friends Members Night is Wednesday. Memberships will be sold at the door. Call 248-650-7178 to learn more about used book sales.
10am. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Rd, Rochester Hills, MI 48306. Learn the satisfying art of flower arranging presented by members of the Rochester Garden Club. We will provide all the blooms. Check back for details on ticket purchases.
2pm-3:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. A Memory Cafe is a welcoming place for people with memory challenges and their care partners to socialize in a safe and friendly environment. Please note that the cafe is not a drop-off respite program. Questions? Call Outreach Services at 248-650-7150 or send an email to outreach@rhpl.org.
10am-8pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde towne Rd, Rochester, MI 48307. The shelves will be full of gently used books and DVDs for adults, teens, and children. Call 248-650- 7178 to learn more about used book sales.
10am-5pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde towne Rd, Rochester, MI 48307. The shelves will be full of gently used books and DVDs for adults, teens, and children. Call 248-650- 7178 to learn more about used book sales.
8:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
Movies in the Moonlight is located in the parking lot at the corner of E. Third & Water, one block east of Main. Featured movies begin at dusk (approximately 9:15 pm) and pre-shows
start at 8:30 pm. Admission is free!
Movies in the Moonlight is BYOC (Bring Your Own Chairs)! You will not be able to drop your chairs early in the day. Please remember to social distance, masks are
recommended however, legally we cannot require at outdoor events.
The Little Donut Factory will be at each movie this year! They will be selling fresh hot mini donuts with a variety of toppings,
popcorn, lemonade, soda and bottled water. If you decide to bring your own goodies please remember no alcohol or glass containers allowed in the movie lot.
10am-5pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde towne Rd, Rochester, MI 48307. The shelves will be full of gently used books and DVDs for adults, teens, and children. Call 248-650- 7178 to learn more about used book sales.
Pre-show starts at 8:30pm. Movies start at dusk - about 9:15pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, Michigan 48307. Rochester DDA hosts Movies in the Moonlight. Admission is free, so arrive early for the best seating. Movies in the Moonlight is BYOC (Bring Your Own Chairs)!
1:30pm-4:30pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde towne Rd, Rochester, MI 48307. $5.00 a Bag Sale! The shelves will be full of gently used books and DVDs for adults, teens, and children. Call 248-650-7178 to learn more about used book sales.
Go to May
August 20231pm. Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road. Visit the Rochester Grangers Facebook page for their complete schedule of matches. Always verify date and
time as match day approaches, as this schedule is subject to change.
The Rochester Grangers existed as a base ball club as early as 1871. Vintage base ball is played representing a time period when
gentlemen played for leisure and not for competition. You will not see any spitting, sliding, or wagering at these matches! Home matches are played at the Museum and guests should bring their own chairs or
blankets, cool drinks, and sun protection. Cost: Free
Pre-show starts at 8:30pm. Movies start at dusk - about 9:15pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, Michigan 48307. Rochester DDA hosts Movies in the Moonlight. Admission is free, so arrive early for the best seating. Movies in the Moonlight is BYOC (Bring Your Own Chairs)!
8:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
Movies in the Moonlight is located in the parking lot at the corner of E. Third & Water, one block east of Main. Featured movies begin at dusk (approximately 9:15 pm) and pre-shows
start at 8:30 pm. Admission is free!
Movies in the Moonlight is BYOC (Bring Your Own Chairs)! You will not be able to drop your chairs early in the day. Please remember to social distance, masks are
recommended however, legally we cannot require at outdoor events.
The Little Donut Factory will be at each movie this year! They will be selling fresh hot mini donuts with a variety of toppings,
popcorn, lemonade, soda and bottled water. If you decide to bring your own goodies please remember no alcohol or glass containers allowed in the movie lot.
11am & 6pm. Festival Park. Nadia aka “The Bug Lady” will give you an up-close and educational experience with a variety of bugs! You will get the chance to learn about many different exotic insects, touch a tarantula, come face to face with a praying mantis, hold the largest species of millipede in the world, and much more! Learn about why these creatures are to be respected for their role in the ecosystem, and not to be feared! The Little Donut Factory will be selling donuts on-site.
The Paint Creek Garden Club welcomes new members and speakers. Please email clematis29@hotmail.com for more information.
8:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
8:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
11am & 6pm. Festival Park. Help me give fresh food to my millipedes , roaches, and beetles, and live crickets and mealworms to my tarantulas, scorpions, giant centipedes, and praying mantids! Learn more about their roles in the ecosystem and why they are all so important! The Little Donut Factory will be selling donuts on-site.
2pm-3:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. A Memory Cafe is a welcoming place for people with memory challenges and their care partners to socialize in a safe and friendly environment. Please note that the cafe is not a drop-off respite program. Questions? Call Outreach Services at 248-650-7150 or send an email to outreach@rhpl.org.
8:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
Go to May
September 20238:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
Downtown Rochester will once again host the Magical Mural Tour! Magical Mural Tour runs from September 4 – October 16. The Magical Mural Tour is open to all artists, professional or just playing, and all ages too. All selected murals will be entered into People’s Choice & Judges’ Choice Contests, with the winning mural artist each receiving prizes! The Magical Mural Tour is sponsored by the Rochester DDA and Love Local Rochester.
Enjoy the flavors of fall in Downtown Rochester! Starting September 4th over 20 restaurants will have fall inspired entrees, drinks, and desserts on their menu for you to try! Taste of Fall promotion runs from September 4 – October 16. Pick up the Taste of Fall brochure at the Downtown Collaboration Studio or any of the participating businesses. Participating businesses are also listed on the DDA Website.
2pm-7pm. Since 1965, the Art & Apples Festival® has transformed the 30-acre Rochester Municipal Park into one of the nation’s top fine art fairs, bringing together 200+ fine art
exhibitors, a wide range of food trucks and tents, stage entertainment and art demonstrations, and art activity stations for the three-day weekend.
The Art & Apples Festival® is a program of Paint Creek
Center for the Arts- a regional, nonprofit art center located in downtown Rochester, Michigan- and is the arts organization’s annual fundraiser. PCCA works year-round to advance it’s mission to celebrate and
support creativity in our community by providing opportunities for all to learn, create, experience, and appreciate the arts.
10am-7pm. Since 1965, the Art & Apples Festival® has transformed the 30-acre Rochester Municipal Park into one of the nation’s top fine art fairs, bringing together 200+ fine art
exhibitors, a wide range of food trucks and tents, stage entertainment and art demonstrations, and art activity stations for the three-day weekend.
The Art & Apples Festival® is a program of Paint Creek
Center for the Arts- a regional, nonprofit art center located in downtown Rochester, Michigan- and is the arts organization’s annual fundraiser. PCCA works year-round to advance it’s mission to celebrate and
support creativity in our community by providing opportunities for all to learn, create, experience, and appreciate the arts.
8:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
10am-4pm. Since 1965, the Art & Apples Festival® has transformed the 30-acre Rochester Municipal Park into one of the nation’s top fine art fairs, bringing together 200+ fine art
exhibitors, a wide range of food trucks and tents, stage entertainment and art demonstrations, and art activity stations for the three-day weekend.
The Art & Apples Festival® is a program of Paint Creek
Center for the Arts- a regional, nonprofit art center located in downtown Rochester, Michigan- and is the arts organization’s annual fundraiser. PCCA works year-round to advance it’s mission to celebrate and
support creativity in our community by providing opportunities for all to learn, create, experience, and appreciate the arts.
Downtown Rochester will once again host the Magical Mural Tour! Magical Mural Tour runs from September 4 – October 16. The Magical Mural Tour is open to all artists, professional or just playing, and all ages too. All selected murals will be entered into People’s Choice & Judges’ Choice Contests, with the winning mural artist each receiving prizes! The Magical Mural Tour is sponsored by the Rochester DDA and Love Local Rochester.
Enjoy the flavors of fall in Downtown Rochester! Starting September 4th over 20 restaurants will have fall inspired entrees, drinks, and desserts on their menu for you to try! Taste of Fall promotion runs from September 4 – October 16. Pick up the Taste of Fall brochure at the Downtown Collaboration Studio or any of the participating businesses. Participating businesses are also listed on the DDA Website.
8:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
Downtown Rochester will once again host the Magical Mural Tour! Magical Mural Tour runs from September 4 – October 16. The Magical Mural Tour is open to all artists, professional or just playing, and all ages too. All selected murals will be entered into People’s Choice & Judges’ Choice Contests, with the winning mural artist each receiving prizes! The Magical Mural Tour is sponsored by the Rochester DDA and Love Local Rochester.
Enjoy the flavors of fall in Downtown Rochester! Starting September 4th over 20 restaurants will have fall inspired entrees, drinks, and desserts on their menu for you to try! Taste of Fall promotion runs from September 4 – October 16. Pick up the Taste of Fall brochure at the Downtown Collaboration Studio or any of the participating businesses. Participating businesses are also listed on the DDA Website.
8:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
Downtown Rochester will once again host the Magical Mural Tour! Magical Mural Tour runs from September 4 – October 16. The Magical Mural Tour is open to all artists, professional or just playing, and all ages too. All selected murals will be entered into People’s Choice & Judges’ Choice Contests, with the winning mural artist each receiving prizes! The Magical Mural Tour is sponsored by the Rochester DDA and Love Local Rochester.
2pm-3:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. A Memory Cafe is a welcoming place for people with memory challenges and their care partners to socialize in a safe and friendly environment. Please note that the cafe is not a drop-off respite program. Questions? Call Outreach Services at 248-650-7150 or send an email to outreach@rhpl.org.
Enjoy the flavors of fall in Downtown Rochester! Starting September 4th over 20 restaurants will have fall inspired entrees, drinks, and desserts on their menu for you to try! Taste of Fall promotion runs from September 4 – October 16. Pick up the Taste of Fall brochure at the Downtown Collaboration Studio or any of the participating businesses. Participating businesses are also listed on the DDA Website.
8:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
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October 2023Downtown Rochester will once again host the Magical Mural Tour! Magical Mural Tour runs from September 4 – October 16. The Magical Mural Tour is open to all artists, professional or just playing, and all ages too. All selected murals will be entered into People’s Choice & Judges’ Choice Contests, with the winning mural artist each receiving prizes! The Magical Mural Tour is sponsored by the Rochester DDA and Love Local Rochester.
7pm-9pm. Downtown Rochester. Join us for an evening of shopping, dining and live mannequins! Downtown Rochester’s 11th annual Rochester Posed Event. Participating Downtown Rochester businesses will turn their storefront windows into live mannequin displays.
Enjoy the flavors of fall in Downtown Rochester! Starting September 4th over 20 restaurants will have fall inspired entrees, drinks, and desserts on their menu for you to try! Taste of Fall promotion runs from September 4 – October 16. Pick up the Taste of Fall brochure at the Downtown Collaboration Studio or any of the participating businesses. Participating businesses are also listed on the DDA Website.
8:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
Downtown Rochester will once again host the Magical Mural Tour! Magical Mural Tour runs from September 4 – October 16. The Magical Mural Tour is open to all artists, professional or just playing, and all ages too. All selected murals will be entered into People’s Choice & Judges’ Choice Contests, with the winning mural artist each receiving prizes! The Magical Mural Tour is sponsored by the Rochester DDA and Love Local Rochester.
Enjoy the flavors of fall in Downtown Rochester! Starting September 4th over 20 restaurants will have fall inspired entrees, drinks, and desserts on their menu for you to try! Taste of Fall promotion runs from September 4 – October 16. Pick up the Taste of Fall brochure at the Downtown Collaboration Studio or any of the participating businesses. Participating businesses are also listed on the DDA Website.
8:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
5:30-8pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde towne Rd, Rochester, MI 48307. The shelves will be full of gently used books and DVDs for adults, teens, and children. Friends Members Night is Wednesday. Memberships will be sold at the door. Call 248-650-7178 to learn more about used book sales.
10am-8pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde towne Rd, Rochester, MI 48307. The shelves will be full of gently used books and DVDs for adults, teens, and children. Call 248-650- 7178 to learn more about used book sales.
10am-5pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde towne Rd, Rochester, MI 48307. The shelves will be full of gently used books and DVDs for adults, teens, and children. Call 248-650- 7178 to learn more about used book sales.
8:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
3:30-6:30pm. Watch the streets of Rochester come to life with ghosts, ghouls, superheros and more as children trick-or treat with the Downtown merchants! Children can then meet at the corner of East Street and E. University for a costume parade at 5:15 pm. Followed by a Halloween Fest in the Farmers’ Market Lot!
10am-5pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde towne Rd, Rochester, MI 48307. The shelves will be full of gently used books and DVDs for adults, teens, and children. Call 248-650- 7178 to learn more about used book sales.
1:30pm-4:30pm. Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde towne Rd, Rochester, MI 48307. $5.00 a Bag Sale! The shelves will be full of gently used books and DVDs for adults, teens, and children. Call 248-650-7178 to learn more about used book sales.
2pm-3:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. A Memory Cafe is a welcoming place for people with memory challenges and their care partners to socialize in a safe and friendly environment. Please note that the cafe is not a drop-off respite program. Questions? Call Outreach Services at 248-650-7150 or send an email to outreach@rhpl.org.
8:00am – 1:00pm. Farmers' Market Lot, Corner of E. 3rd & Water Street, Rochester, MI 48307. Meet us the market - where friends and families can access the freshest, locally grown
Michigan-made products. Celebrating it’s 24th season, the Farmers’ Market is a frequent stop for area residents to enjoy the vibrant colors, aromas and flavors of southeast Michigan’s growing
season.
Looking for farm fresh flavors Look no further than the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market. The market will feature a variety of fresh produce, herbs, flowers, specialty foods, including
gourmet coffee, salsa, fresh bread, and much more!
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November 20237-10pm. This is your opportunity to get a sneak preview (and first choice) of the gorgeous themed trees, wreaths, centerpieces and more, designed and donated by the Metro Detroit community. Tickets are $50 per person. Tickets are available at the Downtown Collaboration Studio, 431 S. Main Street in Downtown Rochester or online at downtownrochestermi.com/store.
10am-8pm. Rochester Community House, 816 Ludlow Avenue, Rochester, MI, 48307. A holiday spectacular unlike any other, featuring trees, wreaths, tablescapes centerpieces and more! Kids crafts each day, plus bring your camera for photos with Santa from 12 - 5 pm both Saturday and Sunday. Admission is free. All proceeds benefit The Big, Bright Light Show and local area non-profit organizations.
10am-5pm. Rochester Community House, 816 Ludlow Avenue, Rochester, MI, 48307. A holiday spectacular unlike any other, featuring trees, wreaths, tablescapes centerpieces and more! Kids crafts each day, plus bring your camera for photos with Santa from 12 - 5 pm both Saturday and Sunday. Admission is free. All proceeds benefit The Big, Bright Light Show and local area non-profit organizations.
The Big, Bright Light Show covers the buildings of downtowns Rochester with over 1.5 million points of glimmering light! The show will be aglow every night from 5 pm to Midnight through January 7, 2024.
6-9pm. Join the merchants of downtown Rochester when they offer their customers Lagniappe (Creole for “a little something extra”) in appreciation for their support throughout the
year.
The Rochester Downtown Development Authority (DDA) also will offer some Lagniappe with the debut of The Big, Bright Light Show. The program will begin at 6:30 pm on E. Fourth Street with
help from the Mayor and a special appearance by the man in red, Santa Claus himself, Santa is sponsored by The Brad Saarela Team of Companies. The lights will officially light-up downtown Rochester at 7:00
pm. Make sure to bring your cameras because kids will then have the opportunity to share their Christmas lists with Santa from 7:15 – 9:00 pm.
10am-9pm. On Plaid Friday, shoppers are encouraged to wear plaid and head to Downtown Rochester for a fun day of shopping! This day celebrates the diversity and creativity of local and independent businesses. It is a fun alternative to the consumer frenzy of ‘Black Friday’. Shoppers will enjoy store discounts and promotions. Stay tuned for more information!
10am-9pm. Small Business Saturday is a day dedicated to supporting small businesses across the country. Founded by American Express in 2010, this day is celebrated every year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. We encourage everyone to shop small in Downtown Rochester!
The Big, Bright Light Show covers the buildings of downtowns Rochester with over 1.5 million points of glimmering light! The show will be aglow every night from 5 pm to Midnight through January 7, 2024.
Our 2022 Gifts and Greens Market was a smashing success. We had a record number of customers, and it was a joyful time for all. All our proceeds will be returned to the community
through our scholarship programs, support for environmental causes, civic beautification, and special gifts to Rochester schools, and other organizations. Check out our “Giving Back” page for
details.
We are so grateful to all our customers and the support of our partners to make this annual event so successful. We could not do it without YOU. Details on timing and location coming soon.
More details coming
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December 2022Our 2022 Gifts and Greens Market was a smashing success. We had a record number of customers, and it was a joyful time for all. All our proceeds will be returned to the community
through our scholarship programs, support for environmental causes, civic beautification, and special gifts to Rochester schools, and other organizations. Check out our “Giving Back” page for
details.
We are so grateful to all our customers and the support of our partners to make this annual event so successful. We could not do it without YOU. Details on timing and location coming soon.
Friday, December 1, 2023 – Sunday, December 10, 2023!
4pm-10pm. The 15th annual Kris Kringle Market is a European style, open-air market featuring fresh greens & wreaths, handcrafted gifts and specialty foods for the holiday. A feast for the senses, visitors can enjoy the sounds of holiday music, the aroma of roasted almonds and kettle corn and the ambiance created by individual tents adorned with garland and lights. Children can enjoy a visit and photo opportunity with Santa Claus and to play in the kid-sized gingerbread houses. Products range from Michigan themed apparel and handcrafted jewelry to Dresden stollen and handmade sugar cookies. Vendors will include Bavarian Roasted Almonds Co., Nitsches Meats & Deli, The Original Strudel Factory and so much more!
More details coming
Our 2022 Gifts and Greens Market was a smashing success. We had a record number of customers, and it was a joyful time for all. All our proceeds will be returned to the community
through our scholarship programs, support for environmental causes, civic beautification, and special gifts to Rochester schools, and other organizations. Check out our “Giving Back” page for
details.
We are so grateful to all our customers and the support of our partners to make this annual event so successful. We could not do it without YOU. Details on timing and location coming soon.
Noon-10pm. The 15th annual Kris Kringle Market is a European style, open-air market featuring fresh greens & wreaths, handcrafted gifts and specialty foods for the holiday. A feast for the senses, visitors can enjoy the sounds of holiday music, the aroma of roasted almonds and kettle corn and the ambiance created by individual tents adorned with garland and lights. Children can enjoy a visit and photo opportunity with Santa Claus and to play in the kid-sized gingerbread houses. Products range from Michigan themed apparel and handcrafted jewelry to Dresden stollen and handmade sugar cookies. Vendors will include Bavarian Roasted Almonds Co., Nitsches Meats & Deli, The Original Strudel Factory and so much more!
More details coming
The Big, Bright Light Show covers the buildings of downtowns Rochester with over 1.5 million points of glimmering light! The show will be aglow every night from 5 pm to Midnight through January 7, 2024.
Friday, December 1, 2023 – Sunday, December 10, 2023!
5-8pm. Join us for more holiday spirit than you can shake a candy cane at! Christmas Choirs, Ugly Sweater Contest, Christmas Cookie Station, Strolling Carolers and the return of the Rochester Community Carolers! You won't want to miss it when we transform Downtown Rochester into Whoville with the grand finale of the community caroling around the Christmas tree in the middle of Main Street.
12-5pm. Tour five beautifully decorated homes for the holidays. To purchase tickets, visit RHPL.org
For more information, call 248-650-7176
The Big, Bright Light Show covers the buildings of downtowns Rochester with over 1.5 million points of glimmering light! The show will be aglow every night from 5 pm to Midnight through January 7, 2024.
The Big, Bright Light Show covers the buildings of downtowns Rochester with over 1.5 million points of glimmering light! The show will be aglow every night from 5 pm to Midnight through January 7, 2024.
The Big, Bright Light Show covers the buildings of downtowns Rochester with over 1.5 million points of glimmering light! The show will be aglow every night from 5 pm to Midnight through January 7, 2024.
2pm-3:30pm. RHPL, 500 Olde Towne Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. A Memory Cafe is a welcoming place for people with memory challenges and their care partners to socialize in a safe and friendly environment. Please note that the cafe is not a drop-off respite program. Questions? Call Outreach Services at 248-650-7150 or send an email to outreach@rhpl.org.
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