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Rochester-Avon Historical Society’s 32nd Antique Appraisal Day is April 12

March 9, 2026 by Rochester Media Leave a Comment

The Rochester-Avon Historical Society (RAHS) is hosting its 32nd Antique Appraisal Day on Sunday, April 12, from 12:00 noon to 4:00 p.m. at the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road, Rochester Hills, MI. Local jeweler, Paul Haig This community event is the society’s largest fundraiser. Experts and professional appraisers will be on hand to provide verbal appraisals on a number of items, including books, vinyl records, cast iron toys, dolls and teddy bears, coins, … [Read more...]

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Rochester-Avon Historical Society to Host 31st Antique Appraisal Day

March 3, 2025 by Rochester Media Leave a Comment

The Rochester-Avon Historical Society (RAHS) is hosting its 31st Antique Appraisal Day on Sunday, April 6, from noon to 4 p.m. at the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road, Rochester Hills, MI. This is RAHS’s biggest annual fundraiser. Several local appraisers will be available to provide appraisals on antiques, including coins, toys, art, jewelry, furniture, musical instruments, and more! Admission to the event is free. Attendees may bring up to five (5) items … [Read more...]

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Rochester-Avon Historical Society’s 30th Antique Appraisal Day is April 7

March 19, 2024 by Rochester Media Leave a Comment

The Rochester-Avon Historical Society (RAHS) is hosting its 30th Antique Appraisal Day on Sunday, April 7 from 12 noon to 4:00 p.m. at the Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road, Rochester Hills, MI. Except for 2020 during the pandemic, RAHS has held this event annually for three decades. This is RAHS’s biggest annual fundraiser and a popular community event. Nine local appraisers will be available to provide appraisals on antiques, including coins, toys, art, … [Read more...]

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Dine Al Fresco in Downtown Rochester this Fall

August 28, 2018 by Rochester Media Leave a Comment

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind, al fresco dining experience celebrating the farm-fresh flavors of summer with Downtown Rochester’s Farm-to-Table Dinner event. Taking place on Sunday, September 16, 5:00-8:00 p.m. on Walnut Boulevard between Second and Third, tickets are $100 per person and include a three-course dinner, wine, beer and entertainment. Proceeds benefit downtown events and promotions in Downtown Rochester. This year’s menu is a feast for the senses and features the farm fresh flavors … [Read more...]

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Farm-to-Table Dinner is Back, in Downtown Rochester

July 6, 2018 by Rochester Media Leave a Comment

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind, al fresco dining experience celebrating the farm-fresh flavors of summer with Downtown Rochester’s Farm-to-Table Dinner event. Taking place on Sunday, July 22, 5:00-8:00 p.m. on Walnut Boulevard between Second and Third, tickets are $100 per person and include a three-course dinner, wine, beer and entertainment. Proceeds benefit downtown events and promotions in Downtown Rochester. This year’s menu is another showstopper, featuring Sauteed Rock Shrimp & Lobster … [Read more...]

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Downtown Rochester Hosts Deck Art 2017 with the Kick Off on May 11 & 12

May 4, 2017 by Rochester Media Leave a Comment

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...]

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Second Farm To Table Dinner Event Now Available

August 24, 2016 by Rochester Media Leave a Comment

By popular demand, a second Farm-to-Table Dinner Event has been added. Enjoy a one-of-a-kind, al fresco dining experience celebrating the farm-fresh flavors of the fall harvest. Taking place on Sunday, September 18, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Walnut Boulevard between Second and Third, tickets are $100 per person and include a three-course dinner, wine, beer and entertainment. All event proceeds benefit Downtown Rochester events and programs. A partnership with The Meeting House restaurant, the … [Read more...]

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Al Fresco Dinning Experience this Summer in Downtown Rochester

July 5, 2016 by Rochester Media Leave a Comment

Enjoy a one-of-a-kind, al fresco dining experience celebrating the farm-fresh flavors of summer with Downtown Rochester’s new Farm-to-Table Dinner event. Taking place on Sunday, July 24, 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. on Walnut Boulevard between Second and Third, tickets are $100 per person and include a three-course dinner, wine and entertainment. Proceeds benefit downtown events and promotions. A partnership with The Meeting House restaurant, the menu features BBQ Beef Short Ribs with house made … [Read more...]

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Rochester Restaurant Week

August 20, 2013 by Michael Dwyer Leave a Comment

12 Restaurants to Choose From Restaurant week returns to downtown Rochester. Beginning Friday, August 23, visitors and regulars to Rochester will have a few deals to choose from when they get hungry. Running for 10 days, area restaurants offer a special menu. A dozen local restaurants are participating with providing dining deals for lunch, dinner or both. This is chance for people to get a deal at their favorite place to eat, or an incentive to try somewhere new for a meal. Lunch and … [Read more...]

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Fun for foodies during Downtown Rochester Restaurant Week

August 14, 2013 by Sarah Hovis Leave a Comment

Foodies unite! Downtown Rochester’s Restaurant Week kicks off Friday, August 23 and runs thru Sunday, September 1. This two week event will be the perfect ending to a great summer in Downtown Rochester! During Restaurant Week, restaurants will offer a variety of special lunch promotions and dinner menus. Lunch will be served daily until 4:00 p.m. and dinner will be served from 4:00 p.m. to close. At this time, there are 12 participating restaurants. Restaurants fit into two categories; … [Read more...]

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