Deck Art 2017 Kicks off May 11 & 12 This year, over 450 artists from all over metro Detroit, Illinois, New York, and Pennsylvania as well as over 55 downtown Rochester businesses are participating in Deck Art 2017. In its seventh installment, Deck Art 2017 is a skateboard art competition and exhibition. Artists submit one-of-a-kind artwork using skateboard decks as a canvas. These decks will be on display in downtown Rochester businesses beginning May 11, and will be celebrated with a … [Read more...]
The Top 10 Reasons I Tolerate Winter
February 19, 2014 by Leave a Comment
That title sure starts us off on a cheery route, doesn’t it? It’s been a rough winter. The crazy low temperatures, huge amounts of snow, and cancelled school have caused so many problems for everyone. It takes twice as long for us to leave the house, which means we’re twice as late as we normally are. Putting a snowsuit on the baby is like putting pantyhose on an octopus. Plus, my snow blower broke two snows ago. Complaining about this winter just isn’t an option for me. My attitude effects my … [Read more...]
Come have a Big, Bright Ball in August!
July 2, 2013 by Leave a Comment
It’s big, bright and back again this summer, so get ready to have a ball! The Big, Bright Ball is the signature fundraising event for The Big, Bright Light Show. The fun takes place from 4:00 until 7:00 pm on Sunday, August 4 at the Royal Park Hotel. Join us for an evening of food, music and fun. Enjoy a strolling dinner featuring your favorite downtown restaurants including, Kruse & Muer and the Rochester Chop House, Main Street Deli, O'Connor's Public House, Penny Black, Rochester Mills … [Read more...]
Coming Soon: Movies in the Moonlight
June 30, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Join downtown Rochester on Saturday, July 13 as we kick off the 12th season of Movies in the Moonlight. This season there will be four fun filled nights of movies! 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, so arrive early for the best seating. Movies in the Moonlight is BYOC (Bring Your Own Chairs)! Popcorn, candy, … [Read more...]
Sass in the City goes Pink!
September 26, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Grab Your Best Girlfriends. Dress to Impress. Shop ‘til You Drop. Fall Girls’ Night Out is back! On Thursday, October 4, from 5:00-9:00 p.m., ladies are going glam for Sass in the City! In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we’re asking ladies to not only go GLAM, but PINK, too. Wear your favorite pink top, shoes or dress to show your support! “Girls’ Night Out is a perennial favorite in Rochester,” said Stephanie Schwager, Rochester Downtown Development Authority events … [Read more...]
