ROCHESTER, MICHIGAN HONORED WITH 2013 GREAT AMERICAN MAIN STREET AWARD
WASHINGTON, D.C. (April 14, 2012) — The National Trust for Historic Preservation announced today that Rochester, Mich. was chosen as a 2013 Great American Main Street Awards® (GAMSA) winner. Recognized as a leader in implementing the Main Street Four-Point Approach®, embracing sound historic preservation practices and building strategic partnerships, the Rochester Downtown Development Authority (DDA) was honored today at the annual National Main Streets Conference in New Orleans. (more)
DECK ART COMING SOON TO DOWNTOWN ROCHESTER
Art competition and exhibition – 2-day event!
ROCHESTER, Mich – April 26, 2013 – This year, over 230 artists from all over metro Detroit and more than 45 downtown Rochester businesses are participating in Deck Art 2013. In its third installment, Deck Art 2013 is a skateboard art competition and exhibition. Artists provide one-of-a-kind artwork using skateboard decks as a canvas. These decks will be displayed in downtown Rochester businesses beginning May 16 and will be celebrated with a two-day event on May 16 & 17. (more)
FARMERS MARKET OPENING DAY, FOUR WEEKS AWAY
ROCHESTER, Mich. – April 8, 2013 –Searching for a sure sign of spring? Head to the Downtown Rochester Farmers’ Market on Opening Day, Saturday, May 4.
Celebrating its 14th 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. Located at the corner of E. Third and Water Street, just one block east of Main Street, the market is open every Saturday, May 4 through October 26, from 8 am – 1 pm. (more)

