Please join Mayor Jeffrey T. Cuthbertson for coffee and conversation, now in the afternoon at 3:00 pm, at the Older Person’s Commission, 650 Letica Road in the "OPC Rewold Library." All residents are welcome to meet with the Mayor to ask questions and to express any issues or concerns. These monthly meetings will take place on the third Thursday of every month. · The OPC has these monthly meeting dates and times in their 2014 newsletter. · The City of Rochester website has these dates … [Read more...]
Rochester Celebrates Founder’s Day
City of Rochester Historical Commission Annual Founder’s Day Event The City of Rochester Historical Commission invites the public to attend the annual Founder’s Day program in the multipurpose room at the Rochester Hills Public Library from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 16. The program, “We are all Founders” features award winning local artist Gerry Post who will share the story of his life and his work. Post grew up on a dairy farm in Wisconsin, served in the U.S. Navy and graduated from … [Read more...]
Coffee improves memory!
If coffee truly improves memory then the Bean and Leaf in Rochester should be jammed the week before exams! According to Sciencerecorder.com researchers prove that coffee can improve memory. "Great news for coffee drinkers: caffeine improves memory. That is the conclusion reached by researchers at the Johns Hopkins University. Michael Yassa, assistant professor of psychological and brain sciences in the Krieger School of Arts and Sciences at Johns Hopkins, and his colleagues discovered that … [Read more...]
Taking your fitness outdoors this winter, in a fun way
With holiday tunes encapsulating our every commute, it’s safe to say we are in the swing of winter. And about this time of year, even some fitness buffs stray from the regular workout routine—pre New Years resolutions, of course. So this week, we have gathered a few fun ideas for embracing the wintry months ahead with a little fitness outdoors. Take a winter stroll or run: Winter walks and runs—especially with a furry companion for company—are a great way to change up your gym-ridden … [Read more...]
Best health-related gifts to give this year
Deck the halls with apples and reflective running gear, fa-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-laaaa! The healthy revolution continues in our family and yours this holiday season. So why not support the wellness endeavors of your loved ones with gifts that might bring more return than any toy or gadget might. (OK, there are some fun fitness gadgets that might be on the list, but that’s not the point!) This week, the Rochester Media team rounded up a few of the best health-related gifts you can give this … [Read more...]
The Kris Kringle Market in Rochester, MI 2013
Downtown Rochester Kris Kringle Market was inspired by the 700-year old tradition of the open-air Christmas markets throughout Europe. The event will feature one-of-a-kind shopping, specialty foods, fresh greens & wreaths and handcrafted gifts for the holiday. The event will be located on W. Fourth Street (between Walnut & Main). Friday, Dec. 6, 4 – 10 pm Saturday, Dec. 7, 12 – 10 pm Food and beverages will be available in the warming tent. Purchase a commemorative glass mug filled with hot … [Read more...]
Happy Labor Day, Will gas hit $4 per gallon?
With Labor Day approaching and the powers to be talking about an attack in Syria, only one thing can happen- higher gas prices. The Marathon in Rochester Hills is advertising $4.09 per gallon for 93 octane and $3.79 for 87 octane. The news is reporting a .40 increase minimum. In talking with the distributors of gasoline, the prices are actually locked every 30 days for the stations, so these holiday and overseas attack prices are all up to the individual gas stations. So shop diligently and … [Read more...]
All-Oakland County Baseball Standings from 2013
ALL-OAKLAND ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATION BASEBALL 2013 ALL-OAA RED DIVISION FINAL STANDINGS — 1. (tie) Lake Orion (11-4); Clarkston (11-4); 3. (tie) Rochester Adams (8-7); Rochester Stoney Creek (8-7); 5. Oxford (5-10); 6. Rochester (3-12). Lake Orion: Nick Deeg, sr.; Nick Vogelmeier, sr.; Brad Schaenzer, jr.; Ryan Lambrecht, jr.; Roman Kuster, sr. Clarkston: David Stewart, jr.; Ryan Rea, jr.; Joe Popp, soph.; Nick Mazzone, sr.; Ryan Slaughter, sr. Rochester Adams: CJ Borglin, sr. … [Read more...]