2013 Yappy Hour

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It’s the 4th annual Michigan Animal Rescue League’s Yappy Hour event where your pooch is welcome to join the party!  This year’s event will be hosted at the historic Meadowbrook Hall’s prestigious Rock Garden at 480 South Adams Road in Rochester, MI 48309 on Thursday, June 6, 2013 beginning at 6:30 p.m. Reservations can be made by calling (248)778-5351... Read More

Pooch Party

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Village Green of Rochester is hosting a pooch party for residents and their furry friends!  Man’s best friend is cordially invited (on a leash of course) with their human for some treats, give-aways, and fun!  This pet friendly event will be on Saturday, May 18th, from 12:00 noon to 1:30 pm in the clubhouse great room and non-resident guests are welcome as well.  A... Read More

What Spring Brings to Rochester

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Though the 2013 Spring Season is slowly (I repeat S L O W L Y) unfolding, there are plenty of new and exciting community events happening in Downtown Rochester to help us get into the spirit of Spring!  Downtown Rochester has BIG plans to celebrate healthy living for Michigan’s Earth Day Event this year by offering community members a chance to browse, shop, save,... Read More

The Meeting House

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Fairly new to Downtown Rochester, The Meeting House gets a rave review from this Rochester resident!  I make it a point to spend my “entertainment” budget in my hometown as often as I can.  Putting money back into my community is important and I believe my fellow Rochester residents agree otherwise many of the merchants, businesses, and restaurants would not continue... Read More

2013 Village Green Splash Day

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It’s that time of year again, to raise money for a great cause with a BIG splash!  All Village Green properties participate in the annual “Splash Day” which is held in April when the weather is unpredictable and most people are itching for summer to arrive.  This year, winter has been lingering like yesterday’s fish dinner and no one wants more! The 2013... Read More

Village Green Cares

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Many of us do not know what it is like to go without our most precious basic needs such as soap, deodorant, shampoo, and toothpaste, . . . just to name a few.  Sadly, there are people who lose everything and they are forced to go without these and other crucial personal hygiene products.  Village Green, as a company,  will make genuine efforts to give back to needy community... Read More

Beer Tasting Event

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The residents of Village Green of Rochester are invited to a beer tasting event at the Rochester Mills Beer Company in mid March.  They will have the opportunity to taste up to eight in-house brewed beers and enjoy some top notch appetizers as well!     The Rochester Mills Beer Company is nestled in the quaint Downtown Rochester and it just so happens that they are all about... Read More

FTD; Failure To Deliver

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  FTD is NOT a good or even halfway decent place to order flowers/gifts from!  Let me share my personal experience and allow you to see for yourself many, MANY other complaints as well.  My eldest daughter lives in California and I live in Michigan but I wanted to send her flowers for her birthday so I went online to shop my options.  Shame on me for not reading the HORRIBLE ... Read More

SWEET Island Yogurt

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  For those of you who believe that frozen treats are only for the summer or warm weather, I’m here to suggest that you reconsider your opinion so you don’t miss out on something really SWEET all-year-round! The folks at Sweet Island Yogurt are on to something fun and tasty!  They offer a variety of popular frozen yogurt flavors and over 50 toppings, but... Read More

Sweets for the Sweetie: Valentine’s Day Treats You’ll Love

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Show your sweet tooth some love on Valentine’s Day by indulging in a few of its favorite treats. Here are some charming and simple desserts for you to share with the special people in your life. Don’t worry; there will be no judgment if you keep these all to yourself. Chocolate Covered Peep Hearts Ingredients: 1 package Peeps Strawberry Hearts (9 hearts total) 8 ounces chocolate... Read More