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LEFT: Ryan Deel — with his wife, Melinda, and their twin sons, Jack and Brennan — will continue serving as president of the Rochester Hills City Council over the next year. ABOVE: David Walker was recently elected by his fellow council members to serve as vice president of the Rochester Hills City Council.

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ROCHESTER HILLS — The Rochester Hills City Council has given the green light for the city to shell out nearly $3 million to construct a rope bridge across the Clinton River at Innovation Hills Park. Ken Elwert, the city’s director of parks and natural resources, said the bridge will open up approximately 1 mile of rustic trails within over 48 acres of green space on the north side of the Clinton River and Innovation Hills. The 48.38-acre green space parcel — formerly known as “Dr. White’s property” — is the single largest piece of green space acquired in the city’s history, according to city officials. It was purchased by the city for green space preservation in December 2014. “Before Innovation Hills Park was even built there was a strategic framework plan, and one of the phases was to build a bridge over the Clinton River. At that time, it was thought that it should be more concrete in structure. Even in 2016-2017, it was going to be $2 million-$3 million for that type of bridge,

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ROCHESTER HILLS — Rochester Hills City Council President Ryan Deel will continue to lead the council for another year. Each year, the Rochester Hills City Council elects members to one-year terms for the president and vice president positions. Deel, an attorney for Oakland County Probate Court, was unanimously elected to retain his position by his peers Dec. 4.

“Thank you very much, everyone. I really appreciate it,” Deel said during the meeting. “I certainly hope to serve the citizens of the city of Rochester Hills and I certainly hope to ably represent this body for another year.” Deel and his wife, Melinda, and their twin sons, Jack and Brennan, have lived in the city since 2003. He was first elected to the council as the city’s District 4 representative in 2017, and he has served as council president since 2019. Deel said in an email that he is thrilled to serve as the president of the council. “My family and I love living in Rochester Hills and it has been a privilege to give back to our community,” he See DEEL on page 20A

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ROCHESTER HILLS — Nature enthusiasts will soon be able to explore some additional acreage within the Ruby Green Space in Rochester Hills. The Rochester Hills City Council recently unanimously approved the purchase of a 3.8-acre parcel on Livernois Road to add to the already existing 13.92-acre Ruby Green Space parcel located at 1380 Ruby Ave., west of Livernois. “We always consider (purchasing property) if we can get some land next to parcels that we own — and that was part of the reason for the Ruby Green Space,” said Ken Elwert, the city’s director of parks and natural resources. The nearly 4-acre property at 3514 S. Livernois Road was recently posted for sale due to the passing of its previous owner, who Elwert said previously donated about 4 acres of land to the city to expand the size of its currently existing Ruby Green Space. The Ruby Green Space, located immediately adjacent to Avondale Middle School, was the first green space acquired by the city that was located in the southern portion of Rochester Hills. Rochester Hills City Councilwoman Susan Bowyer remembers when the city purchased the first 10 acres for the Ruby Green Space approximately eight years ago. City officials said they were interested in

ROCHESTER — Community members who want to assist first responders in the event of a major disaster and to brush up on their emergency preparedness skills can attend free Community Emergency Response Team training next month. The training workshop series, which is free and open to the public, will be held 6-10 p.m. Feb. 26-March 1 at the Rochester Fire Department, 277 E. Second St. Those interested must register by Feb. 19, and there is room for 25 people. “The training is a great way to better prepare yourself and your family in the event of an emergency, and, if you have the desire to serve and give back to the community, this is a great way to do it,” said John Shepp, a Rochester firefighter and EMT who coordinates CERT. The five-day CERT training teaches volunteers basic disaster response skills — such as fire suppression, disaster medical operations, light search and rescue, and team organization. At the end of the week, the training will give people a chance to put their knowledge to use with a disaster simulation session. Participants must attend all classes to receive certification. Those interested can attend the training session for free, without an obligation to join the CERT team, according to Shepp. “If people just want to come and receive the knowledge to be able to help themselves and their neighbors, they’re more than welcome — there is no requirement to join the team,” he said. “If they want to join the team, we’re happy to have them. There is no residency requirement.” Those who choose to become a CERT team member will get certi-

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ROCHESTER — Just as the cabin fever begins to set in, downtown Rochester is offering a chance to embrace the winter weather during the city’s first Frost Festival. “Christmas has passed, people are starting to get stir crazy and maybe want to be outside and do some shopping and dining, and they can check out all the ice sculptures in town,” said Downtown Development Events Coordinator Jenna O’Dell. Held Jan. 19-20, the event promises a weekend filled with icy delights, from under-thesea themed ice sculptures to a carving competition, topped off with a shopping and dining bingo game that will have residents and visitors exploring the heart of the city, O’Dell said. The event is a smaller version of the Fire and Ice Festival, which the city typically partners with Oakland County to host. Although organizers said the county could not commit to the Fire and Ice Festival this year, the Rochester DDA still wanted to host a winter event, so it created the Frost Festival. “Like all of our events, it’s fun for families and everyone of all ages to just come out, check out the ice sculptures, do some shopping and enter for a chance to win a big downtown Rochester shopping spree,” O’Dell said. Throughout the weekend, downtown visitors can dive into the world beneath the waves as ice sculptors bring the ocean to life with under-the-sea-themed creations along Main Street and other streets around the downtown. On Friday, Jan. 19, guests can enjoy marshmallow roasting 5-9 p.m. hosted by the Lions Club, try their hand at ice cornhole and view a live ice carving demonstration 6-8 p.m., sponsored by Modetz Funeral Home, all at West Third Street in downtown Rochester. The fun continues on Saturday, Jan. 20, with an ice carving competition 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on West Fourth Street, as well as marshmallow roasting 10 a.m.-6 p.m. hosted by the Lions Club. Ice cornhole and a live ice carving demonstration will be held 4-6 p.m., sponsored by Cafe 3:16, all at West Third Street. Over the weekend, patrons who shop or dine downtown can enter the Frost Fest bingo game for a chance to win a $500

downtown Rochester shopping spree. Bingo cards are available at the Rochester DDA, 431 Main St.; Spice & Tea Exchange, 120 E. Fourth St.; Bitter Tom’s, 319 Main St.; or South Street Skateshop, 410 Main St. All purchases and activities must be completed Jan. 19-20. “We will produce a bingo card that patrons can pick up at a variety of different locations. Once you complete an activity — like, for instance, maybe dining at a downtown restaurant — ask your server for a stamp, and if you get a five in a row bingo for different activities, you will be in a drawing to win a $500 downtown shopping spree,” O’Dell said. Once people have five in a row, bingo, they can text a picture of their bingo card to (866) 603-4005 for a chance to win. The winner will be contacted on Tuesday, Jan. 23. There will also be a host of promotions offered by downtown merchants. Linda Gallaher, the owner of South Street Skateshop, encourages people to enjoy the outdoor winter event with family and friends. “It’s a great way to connect with your community, enjoy family fun and create traditions,” she said. The Frost Festival is free to attend, and organizers say it will go on in any weather. For more information, visit www.down townrochestermi.com, email info@down townrochestermi.com or call the Rochester DDA at (248) 656-0060.

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Avon Players present ‘The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time’

ROCHESTER HILLS – A best-selling novel turned much-lauded play will give audience members puzzles to ponder as Avon Players present “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time” Jan. 19-Feb. 3. Fifteen-year-old Christopher (Robert Carrigan) has an extraordinary brain: He is exceptional at mathematics but ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched, and he distrusts strangers. Christopher’s ordered existence is disrupted when he discovers his neighbor’s dog, Wellington, dead, speared with a garden fork. Finding himself under suspicion, Christopher is determined to solve the mystery. Tickets for all shows cost $25. Call (248) 608-9077 for tickets or order online at www.avonplayers. org. Discounts on matinee tickets are available for seniors and students; call the box office for details. Group rates are available by calling the box office.

Snow fort, campfire fun planned

ROCHESTER HILLS — Dress for the weather and team up to build an igloo-style snow fort 1-2:30 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 15, at Bloomer Park. Even if there’s no snow, participants will still create a fort from all-natural materials instead. A campfire and hot cocoa will be provided. The program is for ages 7 and older, with those under 12 accompanied by an adult. The cost is $7, and preregistration is required. To register, visit www.rochesterhills.org or call (248) 656-4600.

Library presents ‘A Necessity of Life: The History of Rochester Hills Public Library’ Jan. 18 ROCHESTER – Author and historian Deborah Larsen will present “A Necessity of Life: The History of Rochester Hills Public Library” at 7 p.m. Jan. 18 in honor of the centennial of the founding of Rochester Hills Public Library. The program will take a look back at 100 years of growth and challenges that have taken the library from a small reading room in a bank building to one of the busiest public libraries in Michigan. The event is open to the public. Registration is required. To register, visit calendar.rhpl.org or call (248) 656-2900.

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ROCHESTER HILLS — The Islamic Association of Greater Detroit, 879 W. Auburn Road in Rochester Hills, is hosting a monthly one-day mobile food pantry. The public is invited to come on the third Saturday of every month and pick up curbside food boxes in the parking lot in collaboration with Muslim Family Services. Organizers said no questions will be asked, and people do not need to be a member to benefit. The mobile food pantry will run 3-4 p.m. Jan. 20, Feb. 17, March 16 and April 20.

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the property for its old-growth tree canopy and over 1.6 acres of wetlands, designated a wildlife habitat area. “The City Council wasn’t so happy to spend the $125,000, I think it was, so we had to really talk about how important that 10 acres was to get the City Council eight years ago to agree to get that first 10 acres there,” Bowyer said. “Then, to have the next (almost 4 acres) donated was phenomenal.” Bowyer said she’s thrilled with the fact that the city can now purchase the adjacent property. “All of that land is in beautiful, pristine condition. It’s like you’re Up North in the forest,” she said. “When you are in there, you can’t see neighbors. You can’t hear traffic. It’s just a great getaway. If you want a mental health day and a mental health break, just go to the Ruby property and spend an hour there. You definitely will reset and get back to nature.” Mayor Bryan Barnett recently negotiated a purchase agreement for the latest 3.8 acres for $440,000. City officials said the property has an assessed value of $459,060.

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The majority of the cost will come from the city’s Green Space Trust Fund, which supports current and future green space properties. “I think there’s over $330,000 available in the Green Space Trust Fund for that, and the remainder can come from the general fund,” Elwert said. The Livernois property — which currently contains a house and a barn-like structure that city officials said would be demolished — will increase the overall green space size of the Ruby Green Space to approximately 17 acres. The new property can be accessed from a driveway on Livernois Road, so Elwert said a small parking lot could be constructed in the future to allow access to the trails within the Ruby Green Space. “There’s now about 17 acres of basically woodlands and some small vernal pools — pools that only appear for part of the year in that area. During parts of the year, you might hear amphibians in that area … and it has some little trails that go through the woods. It’s a nice little walk,” Elwert said. For more information about green spaces in Rochester Hills, visit rochesterhills.org/ greenspace or contact the Parks and Natural Resources Department at (248) 656-4673.

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and we knew that it was going to end up being more, so we actually looked at different options and came up with this rope bridge idea. The rope bridge has, of course, gotten more expensive over time, but it’s primarily expensive because we’re not allowing the construction companies to go through the green space portion, which is north of the river there,” Elwert said. The skyrocketing cost of steel, access issues for the bridge’s construction, and a limited number of companies willing to take on the project all contributed to the high cost of the project, Elwert explained. “There weren’t very many companies interested in building something like this, with difficult access issues, when they can go build a bridge on the highway for $10 million,” he said. “This is a very unique project. There aren’t that many rope bridges in the state.” On Nov. 13, the City Council voted 5-1 to authorize the construction and installation of the bridge for $2,844,050, with a 5% project contingency, for a total not-toexceed project amount of $2,986,252.50 to Z Contractors of Shelby Township. The city previously received a $500,000 grant

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The city of Rochester Hills plans to begin construction on what Mayor Bryan Barnett has called an “Indiana Jones rope-style bridge,” similar to this one, in 2024. from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation to support development of the project. Council also voted 5-1 to authorize $249,000 in construction engineering services for the bridge to Hubbell, Roth & Clark Inc., of Bloomfield Hills. Councilwoman Theresa Mungioli voted against both motions. “The cost differential is just too high for me at this point, when there are many other priorities in our parks that I’d like to see before we put in another bridge,” she said during the meeting. “Yes, it may look beautiful, but I want to make sure that Spencer and Bloomer and Nowicki also look beau-

tiful before I add another shining object to Innovation Hills.” Councilwoman Susan Bowyer said she watched the cost for the bridge keep escalating over the years and wants it built as soon as possible to avoid any additional cost to the city. “I realize that it’s expensive. I realize that it’s innovative. I realize its a rope bridge to limit the impact to the green spaces than any other sort of bridge to go over there, and, yes its a large amount of acreage that we want residents to have access to, so, with that, I am going to support it, even though I cringe at the cost. Knowing that the sooner you build it, the cheaper it will be, the longer you wait to build it, it’s going to cost us more money,” Bowyer said during the meeting. Although Councilman David Blair admitted he, too, was “shocked” by the cost, he ultimately voted in favor of constructing the bridge. “When I first heard of this bridge project, the numbers just jumped out of the page, and I thought, ‘We can’t spend that much money on a bridge.’ But as I thought about the project and I looked at the magic of Innovation Hills, and I saw the renderings, it became pretty clear that this was going to be a new icon for the city,” he said. “I could easily see this bridge being an image broadcast nationwide about the amazing

things that are happening in the city. It’s going to be magnificent.” Rochester Hills Mayor Bryan Barnett said his team was also surprised by the cost, but he said they worked “incredibly hard and diligently” to get the cost to where it is today. “Some of the small buildings that we built have been wildly expensive based on the market and the influx of government cash into the system and the difficulty in even getting crews,” he said. “But we feel very confident we can build it with this.” Barnett said the project aligns with the community and city’s priorities. “The No. 1 green space identified in our city from day one was the Dr. White property. That’s this property. The No. 1 item identified in the most recent survey that asked our residents what they wanted to see in our parks is that they want to see more access to trails, more trails,” Barnett said. “It’s probably our most visited park, and the No. 1 thing that our residents want to see, and the No. 1 property that we purchased to preserve green space, so I think, while it is pricey, I think the long term ROI (return on investment) on this is going to be well worth it.” Innovation Hills, the city’s first new park in 25 years, opened to the public in See ROPE BRIDGE on page 16A

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“People are really loving the heated workouts,” she said. “It’s 125 degrees, but it’s a very dry heat. It’s short, but you get an intense sweat. People also feel like the one-onone instructor feeling they get from things like a personal trainer really seems to help.” Alexis Pacheco is a certified personal trainer, a health coach and the owner of Five Crown Fitness in Shelby Township. She said that she is seeing less heavy workouts and more of a focus on steady improvements and mindfulness. See WORKOUTS on page 12A

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Top Body Med Spa + Wellness (Top Body Detroit) plans Jan. 20 grand reopening Top Body Med Spa, on Crooks Road north of Long Lake Road, offers the epitome of luxury spa services. It’s a place where indulgence meets transformation to elevate your well-being through an exclusive range of superior medical spa services including body contouring, injectables, wellness and skincare. Top Body Med Spa will host a grand reopening on Jan. 20 from 4-6 to introduce its neighbors to the “aesthetic dream team” dedicated to providing couture experience and treatment plans specific to each client. “Redefining self-care and personal wellness as an art form by emphasizing individuality and rejuvenation sets a unique and personalized tone for Top Body Med Spa. We provide an unparalleled experience of luxury, excellence, and personalized wellness for every client who walks through our doors,” Top Body Med Spa COO Kira Jabri said. “Our grand re-opening promises to be a wonderful time to not only introduce the luxury services that we offer, but also to thank all of our current clients who have supported us during our soft opening. It’s going to be a really wonderful time.” Jabri said raffles, prizes and other festivities are planned.

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“I think that people have been tracking steps. Because of the weather right now, which is a little abnormal, people are still walking either outside or on a treadmill. They want to get more movement in their day,” she said. “I think there’s an increase in wellness and mindfulness as a whole. People are seeking more opportunities for yoga and meditation as opposed to traditional strength training.” Douglas Edwards, the director of the YMCA of Farmington Hills, said that many people are looking for group activities. “I think the small group classes are a common thing we are seeing,” said Edwards. “The social aspect of older adults and meeting goals and staying in shape to not only get in shape but socialize also is very common right now.” The desire for social activities is driving people back to the gym after COVID, something all three experts said is increasing membership and attendance numbers. “Our usage is definitely up. During COVID, we had maybe 200 people daily,” said Edwards. “We are now up to about 600 people daily. Before the pandemic was probably between 600 and 800 people, depending on the time of year.” “Per week, we are seeing about 100 to 150 people. It was about that point before COVID,” added Mangen. “Actually, we might be seeing a few more people than before COVID.” Pacheco believes that most who were in the habit of working out never stopped, but now people are seeking more chances to get out and be with others in their workouts. “I think it’s different than pre-pandemic levels,” she explained. “I think people are seeking community, so they are seeking more group settings. People who were accustomed to working out never stopped. They have developed more out of the Peloton era and now are focused more on groups or clubs. I think it’s very different than it was.” While many are trying new avenues for health, many New Year’s resolutions still revolve around health-related goals, but sometimes in non-traditional ways. “Overall health is important for a lot of people,” said Mangen. “We’re not seeing as many people setting weight goals, as opposed to general, more healthier living and lifestyle changes.” “Some of the common resolutions are healthier food habits or losing a specific weight amount,” Edwards added. “Often we see people trying to team up with someone else as an accountability partner.”

Pacheco warned against untested trends and shortcuts, however. “Weight loss is still the No. 1 goal,” she said. “There’s a lot of confusion about how to go about healthy weight loss. New and trending medications available have become popularized from celebrities. Especially with women, there’s a lot of confusion about weight loss. We still recommend traditional routes, such as increased movement, eating healthy, water intake, sleep and mindset.” The biggest challenges for people in their health goals remain, it seems, staying committed to the initial goal in the new year. “Accountability and consistency are always the biggest hurdles,” said Edwards. “About 60% of people fall off within 90 days of making their New Year’s resolutions. At The Y, we try to guide people so they stay in line with their aspirations for the whole year.” “Staying consistent and remaining motivated are always the big ones,” agreed Mangen. Pacheco also said the unrealistic goals can be something that causes people to give up on their resolutions, and she advises people to set more manageable milestones. “I think the biggest struggle is unrealistic expectations because of things they see on social media and in our culture,” she said. “I used to be a coach for WeightWatchers, and the No. 1 thing that stopped people was trying to do too much at once and making massive changes that their body and mind weren’t ready for. There’s a much higher probability of self-sabotage if the effort you need to put in is too much.” Edwards agreed that one of the best things someone trying to get in shape can do is to take small but steady steps. “If you have a specific goal, think of it as a ladder with steps on it,” he said. “If the steps are too far apart from each other, you can’t reach the next step. Reasonable goals allow you to make this steady progress. Having an accountability partner is a big thing that helps too.” “My advice would be to stay diligent and the weight will fall off,” agreed Mangen. “Getting to the gym is the hardest part for anybody.” Pacheco said that one of the oldest and most tried and true methods is still the most effective: join a partner or group in health goals. “Create reasonable expectations and engage with accountability partners, whether that’s a coach, a friend, a spouse, a group that meets regularly or so forth,” she said. “ It’s much easier and much more fun when accomplishing these goals as part of a group.”

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Esports Q&A to introduce students to potential gaming scholarships BY BRENDAN LOSINSKI blosinski@candgnews.com

TROY — Students looking to break into the world of esports are invited to attend a meeting with esports coaches and players at an upcoming program known as The Esports Scholarship Initiative. The event is hosted by AoE Esports and is designed to share opportunities regarding numerous college esports teams, most notably in regard to potential scholarships. “This kind of makes it more of a tangible experience for the parents and kids pursuing scholarships,” said Harry Greenspan, the co-founder of AoE Esports. “Some parents don’t even realize this is a real sport in college or how much they can get in scholarships. This will not only talk about the basics, but go into the specifics about what is out there and how much people can get.” The event will take place 5-7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 19, at Troy College and Career High School, 1522 E. Big Beaver Road, in Troy. Registration is free and can be completed online at www.aoeesports.com under the “events” tab. There are 200 spots available. “This is for students who aren’t 7 feet tall or can’t run a fast 40-yard dash,” said Greenspan. “You just need good critical thinking and good dexterity. I used to be a noob and not be able to tell the difference between these games. People will get scholarships based on what games they play and what position they perform in each game. Someone who plays Overwatch may be a tank or may be a healer, and that is what they can get scholarships in if a team is looking for a particular role.” Nathan Benton will be among the coaches meeting prospective players at the event and is currently a coach at Cleary University. He also used to be employed with AoE Esports. “I’ve been working in esports in some capacity since 2019. Seeing how much it’s grown in the last few years is crazy. The biggest thing holding it back is that some people just don’t know about it. That’s why events like this are important, See ESPORTS on page 22A

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fied in CPR and will participate in a number of other training workshops throughout the year. The Rochester Fire Department is currently searching for people ages 18 and older who want to be better prepared for disasters and help the community by joining CERT. “The CERT team is a citizen group of volunteers that are trained to help out in the event of a disaster or major problem. They are also utilized for special events and to help out our police and fire services in the city,” Shepp explained. The city’s CERT team is modeled after the federal CERT program — which Rochester Fire Chief John Cieslik said came about after 9/11, when the United States started looking at the types of dangers that could happen from terrorism or natural disasters. He said it was determined that police and fire services could become overwhelmed if not for the help of a pool of talented people municipalities could tap into in the event of an emergency. “It’s a way to get local interested residents who might be able to help out in an emergency some basic training to go ahead

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October 2019 with various lakes, glow-inthe-dark sidewalks, boardwalks and trails. In September of 2021, the city opened the park’s 3-acre, nature-themed universal play area for youth of all abilities. The city plans to have the new 100-foot-wide, net-frame bridge built in 2024. It will be located off the park’s main asphalt paths past the large pond, down the hill and across from the turtle pond. Con-

and help fill in with the tasks that typically would be looked at as being for the emergency responders to free emergency responders up to be able to handle the more technical issues,” he said. Since the program’s inception in 2012, the Rochester Fire Department has trained over 150 CERT members who have assisted with many major community events over the past few years — including the Art and Apples Festival; the Rochester Hometown Christmas Parade; Lagniappe; The Big, Bright Light Show; and many others. They have also assisted in various search-and-rescue operations in the area. “Our CERT team is heavily utilized by our police and fire departments. You’ll see CERT at every one of the events downtown, doing everything from directing traffic to closing streets to walking pedestrians,” said Shepp. “We really look to our CERT team to help out with passing out information, controlling traffic, being the eyes and ears of what’s going on at big events, being able to give basic first aid, and communicating the need for additional resources.” Cieslik added. To register for the training or to get more information, contact John Shepp, course coordinator, at Jshepp@rochestermi.org.

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OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — Deputies responded to the 3100 block of Tribute Creek Boulevard in reference to an auto theft at 8:08 p.m. Dec. 26. The complainant, a 35-year-old man from Oakland Township, stated that his 2019 Audi was missing from his driveway. The man said he had come out to leave for work and discovered the vehicle was gone. He said he likely left the vehicle unlocked and believes the key fob was in it. The stolen vehicle was located on Flock cameras and was later recovered in the city of Detroit by the auto theft unit. A suspect, an 18-year-old from Ypsilanti, was developed through the investigation.

Gun stolen from unlocked truck

OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — Deputies responded to the 2700 block of North Addison Circle in reference to a larceny from an automobile at 9:52 p.m. Dec. 28. The complainant, a 62-year-old man from Oakland Township, said his truck had been broken into in his driveway sometime within the last couple of days, adding that things had been moved around in the truck. He said the vehicle had been unlocked for a few days and that his .22-caliber magnum revolver was missing. There were no signs of forced entry. Oakland Township detectives are continuing the investigation.

Teens threatened in crosswalk on Downhill Lane

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies responded to the 900 block of Downhill Lane to help another department’s call for service at 11:28 p.m. Dec. 3. The Rochester Police Department was requesting deputies to assist with their investigation into an assault that had occurred in their jurisdiction. The victims, who are juveniles, reported that they had been in the crosswalk and recognized a passenger of a blue sedan as a former classmate. They told deputies that the driver, a 15-year-old male from Rochester Hills, asked them, “What are you looking at?” He then brandished a suspected pistol, they said. Both victims fled and reported the incident. Rochester police located the license plate information on the vehicle and requested assistance. Deputies arrived, and Rochester police conducted their investigation. Both occupants of the vehicle were found to be juveniles who attended Roches-

ter High School. Both occupants were found to be acquaintances of the victims. The firearm was located and turned out to be an airsoft BB pistol replica. Both juveniles were released to the parents, and the investigation continues.

Deputies investigate crash

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies from the Rochester Hills Substation are investigating a crash that occurred on Adams Road, near Charter Oak Drive, at 9:29 p.m. Dec. 4. A 51-year-old Dearborn woman was driving a 2008 Honda Element southbound on Adams Road when she may have suffered a medical emergency. The vehicle left the roadway to the right and struck a road sign, a culvert and a guardrail before rolling over. The Rochester Hills Fire Department extricated the driver from the vehicle. The driver was wearing a seatbelt at the time of the crash. Neither drugs nor alcohol use are suspected in the crash. Paramedics transported the woman to St. Joseph’s Mercy Oakland Hospital, where she was listed in critical condition at press time. The crash remains under investigation.

Audi Q3 stolen from driveway

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies responded to Acorn Glen on a report of a vehicle theft at 9:40 a.m. Dec. 4. The caller said that he had noticed his Audi Q3 missing from the driveway. He usually parks the vehicle in the garage overnight. The caller was cleaning the garage’s epoxy floor and left the vehicle outside overnight. The caller was able to show some surveillance camera footage but was having difficulty and was expected to provide the full video at a later date. What was viewed revealed an unknown subject entering the passenger side of the vehicle. After that, the footage was not obtainable. Deputies said the surveillance footage will be obtained at a later date for review, adding that the suspect may be connected to other larcenies in the surrounding area.

Items stolen from cars on Chatham Circle

ROCHESTER HILLS — A deputy responded to the 6500 block of Chatham Circle for three reports of larcenies from vehicles at 8:25 p.m. Dec. 4. A 60-year-old man from Rochester Hills stated that a bag containing $20 worth of quarters was missing from his 2022 Chevrolet Silverado. He was able to provide video footage of a male subject — in a light-colored hooded sweatshirt with the hood over his head and dark-colored reflective pants —

walking up the driveway. A 48-year-old man from Rochester Hills said his wife’s laptop was taken from the back seat of their green Subaru. The third victim, a 49-year-old man from Rochester Hills, stated that he found the passenger door of his 2017 Ford F-150 ajar and discovered his vehicle had been gone through, but nothing was taken. All three vehicles were unlocked.

ID, keys, computer stolen from unlocked car

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies responded to the 2700 block of Winter Park Drive on a report of a larceny at 8:59 p.m. Dec. 4. The caller said he had parked his Dodge Ram pickup in his driveway and left it unlocked at 8 p.m. Nov. 23. When he returned on Dec. 4, he discovered the vehicle had been rummaged through, but was not damaged. An employment ID, the keys to an RV, and an HP Chromebook were missing from the vehicle.

Son accused of breaking into home, writing ‘obscene language’ in blood, stealing safe

ROCHESTER HILLS — A deputy listening to Live 911 heard a complainant report a home invasion at 8:35 p.m. Dec. 5. The complainant, a 66-year-old man from Rochester Hills, said it was his son, a 41-year-old man from Waterford. Deputies met with the victim, who said his son had entered the residence, and there was obscene language written in blood above the couch in the living room. Multiple items were damaged, and a safe was missing. The Waterford Police Department contacted the suspect at his residence and took him into custody. He was turned over to deputies and was lodged at the Oakland County Jail pending the issuance of criminal charges. Upon reviewing video footage from a security camera, it was discovered that the suspect had been driven to the residence by his wife, a 40-year-old woman from Waterford. Deputies went to the residence, and she turned over most of the missing items, police said. The deputy took her into custody, and she also was lodged at the Oakland County Jail pending issuance of criminal charges.

Police investigate student

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were dispatched to a school in the 2600 block of John R Road for a report of a school incident and welfare check on a student at 4 p.m. Dec. 7.

The principal provided screenshots that had been sent to her from a student’s Snapchat account. According to reports, the screenshots showed several pictures of a Glock-style handgun and a pill bottle with a caption of “depression.” She requested a welfare check on the student, a 14-year-old resident of Oakland Township, and to have the parents contact the school to discuss the next steps. Deputies went to the student’s listed address and spoke with the student and the father. Police said the “handguns” in question were airsoft guns and not real, adding that there were no threats to the school or any students. The father told police the child does not have any mental health issues. The school was notified of the findings and will be handling any discipline.

Body found in woods

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were dispatched to the 2900 block of Waterview Drive regarding a parking complaint at 9:40 a.m. Dec. 8. The business owner reported an abandoned vehicle parked in the rear of the business lot that had been there for a couple of weeks. Deputies located the vehicle and determined it was related to a previously reported missing person, a 49-year-old man from Rochester Hills, on Sept. 26. The vehicle was found locked and unoccupied. During a search of the immediate area, police found a deceased person in the woods. The body was in “an advanced state of decomposition,” according to reports, and remained unidentified at press time. An autopsy has been scheduled. The investigation is ongoing.

Attempted home invasion reported

ROCHESTER HILLS — A deputy responded to a residence in the 2400 block of Pleasant View for a report of an attempted home invasion at 3:19 p.m. Dec. 8. The complainant, an 80-year-old woman from Rochester Hills, stated that at around 3:30 a.m. Nov. 27 she heard her dog barking and possibly her door handles being rattled. Later that morning, when she looked outside, she saw fresh footprints in the snow going through her backyard and up to her doors. The footprints came and went from the tree line behind her residence. She discovered this at 8:30 a.m. Nov. 27. Deputies said this occurred around the same time and in the same area as another home invasion on Apple Ridge Court. The homeowner was not able to provide a description of the person that was in her backyard and did not have Continued on page 19A

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any security cameras. Due to the time that passed, no physical evidence was able to be collected. A report was completed, and the woman was advised to contact the Sheriff ’s Office if she sees anything suspicious.

Drunken driver arrested

ROCHESTER — While patrolling southbound Walnut, near Second Street, an officer saw a vehicle enter onto Walnut from a parking lot with no headlights or taillights at approximately 5:35 a.m. Dec. 28. The officer activated his emergency lights, and the driver slowed down as if he were going to pull into the next driveway, but he continued south on Main Street. The driver, a 22-year-old man from Rochester Hills, did eventually pull over into a gas station parking lot across from Diversion. A preliminary breath test resulted in 0.147% blood alcohol content. He was arrested for operating while intoxicated and was taken to the Rochester Police Department, where he was given a Breathalyzer, which resulted in 0.157%, 0.192% and 0.168% blood alcohol readings.

Drunken man arrested

ROCHESTER — An officer monitoring the stop sign at Walnut and Fourth streets saw a man run into the west parking structure, Lot #3, at approximately 2 a.m. Dec. 31. From the officer’s position in the street, the officer could see the male walking around on the second floor of the parking structure. He was waving his arms around while walking, as if he were angry. The officer then saw the suspect start picking up objects and throwing them. The male, identified as a 21-year-old from Metamora, was placed under arrest. He was taken to the Rochester Police Department, held until sober, and given a ticket for disorderly intoxication.

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Walker said he’s honored to have been nominated and unanimously elected to serve as the vice president. “It is a pleasure to serve the residents of Rochester Hills, and I look forward to the future as we continue to collectively work on providing a preeminent place to live, work and raise our families,” Walker said in an email. Walker, a Realtor since 2007, has lived in the city for 35 years. He volunteers and is a member of the Rochester Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Older Persons’ Commission governing board, the Paint Creek Trailways Commission, and various other boards and commissions. Rochester Hills City Council meetings are held inside the auditorium of City Hall, 1000 Rochester Hills Drive, at 7 p.m., typically on the second and fourth Mondays of every month. Council meetings can be seen live on Rochester Hills Television or via streaming on the city’s website. For more information, including a meeting schedule, visit www.rochesterhills. org. Call Staff Writer Mary Beth Almond at (586) 498-1060.

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because they get these opportunities out there,” he said. “The big four games in competition right now are League of Legends, Overwatch 2, Super Smash Bros. and Rocket League. Basically, every school will have those games in competition. Other games, like Call of Duty, Valorant, and some sports titles, are also pretty common.” The event will feature coaches and representatives from local universities, including the University of Michigan, Michigan State University, Oakland University, Lawrence Technological University, Central Michigan University, Cleary University and Rochester University. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with coaches and gain firsthand knowledge about the various types and amounts of esports scholarships available, as well as the criteria for qualification.

“It varies from school to school. Some schools will offer students who are appropriately talented a full ride,” said Benton. “The average school is probably offering $2,000 to $5,000 a year scholarships. At Cleary, for instance, we can offer up to 50% tuition, which is about $12,000 a year.” “High GPAs and whether they live in or out of the state are factors in how much can be offered,” added Greenspan. AoE Esports is the official provider of esports for the Troy School District and describes itself as being dedicated to fostering talent and creating opportunities for aspiring gamers. “This is the first time we’ve held an event like this,” said Greenspan. “We’ve had smaller events. … Many of our members have gone on to be coaches or players, and they have gone to specific schools, but this is the first time we’ve gathered everyone together.” Greenspan said that esports in general

is still fairly new, so the industry and culture are still being established, describing it as “an exciting time.” “This is an emerging sport. More than 1,000 schools across the country offer scholarships, and that number is only growing as universities realize they want to get more of these students at their institutions,” he said. “We are an organization for individuals or teams to come and play esports in structured leagues or teams or run a club or clinic. We are similar to a tennis club. … Players work like players in every other sport. They meet

NOTICE OF EARLY VOTING FOR THE ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2024 ROCHESTER, MICHIGAN TO THE QUALIFIED ELECTORS OF THE CITY OF ROCHESTER: Notice is hereby given that a CITY GENERAL ELELCTION will be held in Rochester on Tuesday, February 27, 2024. THE EARLY VOTING SITE FOR CITY OF ROCHESTER ELECTORS IS: Municipal Building City Council Chambers 400 Sixth Street Rochester, MI 48307

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up and practice and work on strategies, just like any other sport. We’ll have another event in the summer where coaches will come in and watch players play and see what they can do.” Benton hopes that any students who think that they can take their gaming to a competitive level will check out the event. “My parents always told me, ‘You’ll never make a living playing video games,’” said Benton. “Now you kind of can.” Call Staff Writer Brendan Losinski at (586) 498-1068.

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(Election Day voting will take place at your normal Polling Location) PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the City of Rochester will be voting on: • • •

Democratic Party Presidential Primary Republican Party Presidential Primary Local School District Proposal: Rochester Community School District Operating Millage Proposal

This proposal will allow the school district to continue to levy the statutory rate of not to exceed 18 mills on all property, except principal residence and other property exempted by law, required for the school district to receive its full revenue per pupil foundation allowance and restores millage lost as a result of the reduction required by the Michigan Constitution of 1963. Shall the currently authorized millage rate limitation on the amount of taxes which may be assessed against all property, except principal residence and other property exempted by law, in Rochester Community School District, Oakland and Macomb Counties, Michigan, be renewed by 18.5004 mills ($18.5004 on each $1,000 of taxable valuation) for a period of 5 years, 2025 to 2029, inclusive, and also be increased by .5000 mill ($0.5000 on each $1,000 of taxable valuation) for a period of 5 years, 2025 to 2029, inclusive, to provide funds for operating purposes; the estimate of the revenue the school district will collect if the millage is approved and 18 mills are levied in 2025 is approximately $24,568,063 (this is a renewal of millage that will expire with the 2024 levy and a restoration of millage lost as a result of the reduction required by the “Headlee” amendment to the Michigan Constitution of 1963)? □ Yes □ No Full text of the ballot proposals may be obtained at the Rochester City Clerk’s Office, 400 Sixth Street, Rochester MI, 48307, at www.rochestermi.org, or by telephone 248-651-9061 or 248-733-3700. A sample ballot may be viewed at mi.gov/vote

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This project is not tax exempt for state sales tax and/or use tax. All materials and supplies incorporated and used in construction and becoming a permanent part of this project will not be exempt from state sales tax and/or tax

Persons with disabilities needing accommodations should contact the City Clerk’s Office.

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Each bid proposal must be accompanied by a sworn and notarized statement disclosing any familial relationship that exists between owner or any employee of bidder and any member of board of education or superintendent of Rochester Community Schools. Each bid proposal must also include a signed Iran Economic Sanctions Affidavit. The board of education will not accept a bid proposal that does not include this sworn and notarized disclosure statement or the Iran Economic Sanctions.

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F THE O E M I R C • NEWSWORTHY OF THE WEEK INCIDENTS REPORTED TO LOCAL POLICE, AS COMPILED BY C & G REPORTERS

Large order of TVs sent to Texas and Detroit

NOVI — An Ohio man who purchased 10 televisions from Best Buy in Novi Dec. 7 went to pick up the order the next day and was told that nine of the televisions had been delivered to a residence in Texas, and one of them had been delivered to a residence off Vinewood Street in Detroit, according to a Novi police report. The order included nine Samsung 4K UHD smart TVs and one specially ordered Samsung 8K UHD smart TV. The order cost the man $6,349.29. A store associate said that the delivery instructions were changed through email and stated that the buyer was moving to Texas and needed the televisions delivered there and not to the Novi store. The real buyer did not receive an email because his email password had been changed. The specially ordered TV was delivered to the Vinewood address. Detectives later advised the man that the Vinewood address was a vacant lot. The man stated he only wanted the reports for documentation at this time and had no other information. He was advised that because his primary residence is in Ohio, he should make any identity theft reports in that jurisdiction.

Woman steals planter

NOVI — Police were sent to a residence in Novi Dec. 5 after a man saw a suspicious person in his Ring doorbell camera footage coming from the east side of his home. Then on Dec. 8, he realized that a large iron planter was missing. The planter was last seen next to his air conditioning unit. The man could not recall how much the planter was worth; however, he stated that he has had the planter for approximately 15 years. The planter was also extremely rusted and had a patina all over it, according to the report. After viewing the footage from the Ring camera, police said it appeared that a woman carried a large item from the east side of the home. According to the police report, the planter was valued at $50. The resident only wished to document the incident at this time, in case anyone else in the subdivision had a similar problem.

Retail fraud reported

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — On Dec. 3, Bloomfield Township police were dispatched to a golf store in the 1900 block of South Telegraph Road for a report of a retail fraud that had occurred the day prior. Management stated that around 6:30 p.m. Dec. 2, a woman went into the store and placed a blue Nike hoodie valued at $104 into her purse. She then approached the checkout counter, removed two shirts

and the Nike hoodie from her purse, and asked to return them. As management grew suspicious, they questioned the woman and began to review security surveillance. The woman stated she had to run to her car, then left with the merchandise. The case was under investigation.

Resident reports stolen package

BIRMINGHAM — On Dec. 2 at approximately 9 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 900 block of Ruffner regarding a report of a larceny. The victim, a 40-year-old male resident, stated that a package he was expecting was delivered to his home at around 8 p.m. by UPS, but when he opened the package, he found that it was not what he had ordered. The intended package had contents valued at approximately $250 and was stolen from his porch. An investigation was ongoing.

Stolen firearm found after traffic stop

BIRMINGHAM — Officers on patrol identified a vehicle running a red light at Woodward Avenue and Bowers Street at 4 p.m. Dec. 2. Officers performed a traffic stop and immediately identified signs of intoxication from the suspect, a 26-year-old Detroit man. The suspect informed officers that he had a firearm in the vehicle and was licensed to carry it. In the car, they also found an open bottle of liquor, a marijuana cigarette and a cup containing alcohol. A field sobriety evaluation was conducted, and the driver was arrested. After the arrest, officers learned that the firearm was a stolen firearm.

his home and was still determining if any other items were missing. Police said the residence has no alarm system and no surveillance system. A K9 unit and a drone unit responded to the scene and initiated a track, which were both unsuccessful. Police were continuing to investigate. Deputies leaving the above incident were flagged down by another resident who lives on Fawn Hill, stating his house had also been broken into. The 46-year-old man stated he had returned to his residence around 9 p.m., and several friends had arrived. One of his friends told him the police were outside his neighbor’s because their home had been broken into. The victim began to check throughout his house and discovered that his bedroom dresser drawers were open. The victim stated that some coin rolls had been taken, but he was unsure if any other items had been taken. Deputies found that the rear door had been damaged, and a safe in the main bedroom had been opened. The residence had no alarm system and one surveillance camera. A K9 unit and a drone unit responded to the scene and initiated a track, which were both unsuccessful. Police were investigating.

Watches, paperwork missing from safe after home break-in

HAZEL PARK — According to a police report, a 50-year-old Southfield man was arrested around 5:50 p.m. Dec. 5 after he was caught stealing two prepaid cellphones and hair trimmer kits from the Kroger store in the 23100 block of John R Road. The stolen merchandise totaled $162.95. Police were investigating.

OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — Deputies responded to the 2500 block of Ashburton Court in reference to a breaking and entering at 9:49 p.m. Nov. 25. The complainant, a 64-year-old man from Oakland Township, reported returning home to find that someone had entered his home through a window. Deputies met with the complainant, who stated he had returned home to find that someone had ransacked the closet in the primary bedroom and opened the drawers in the bathroom. His safe had been opened, and watches and paperwork were missing. The victim was unsure if he had left the safe locked. The residence had no alarm system and no surveillance system. Police were investigating.

Homes broken into, items stolen

Attempted robbery reported

Shoplifter arrested at Kroger

OAKLAND TOWNSHIP — Deputies responded to Fawn Hill Court for a breaking and entering at 9:28 p.m. Nov. 25. A 40-year-old man reported returning home to find the door of his residence open, broken glass in the home, and jewelry missing. Deputies met with the homeowner, who stated he had come home to find all the doors to his basement open. He went upstairs and discovered that the back door had been kicked in. The complainant stated that two watches were missing. He had been remodeling

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies responded to a coffee shop in the 2500 block of Rochester Road for a report of an attempted armed robbery at 9:21 p.m. Nov. 11. A 21-year-old Rochester Hills woman said two unknown males armed with firearms attempted to rob her. She stated that the suspects fled in a vehicle eastbound on Barclay Circle. She had left the coffee shop and crossed the parking lot to her vehicle when two unknown males came up behind her and pointed handguns at her stomach. The victim stated that the suspects were

demanding the keys to her car, a black 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The victim stated that she did not have anything and started to scream for help. Several people in the parking lot started to take notice of what was happening and tried to help her. She stated that, suddenly, a newer-model, all-black Ram pickup with tinted windows pulled up alongside her and the suspects. The suspects got into the truck and fled eastbound on Barclay Circle. The suspects include two males wearing gray masks and hoodies, and an unknown individual driving the getaway vehicle. There was a 10-minute delay in the call, but the area was checked without results for the suspects. No businesses had video cameras in the parking lot.

Man arrested after reportedly following a man home, resisting police

ROCHESTER HILLS — Deputies were dispatched to a suspicious vehicle in the 1000 block of Princeton at 12:34 a.m. Nov. 14. The caller, a 30-year-old man from Shelby Township, said a blue 2006 Buick Lacrosse had followed them home and pulled into his driveway before leaving. Deputies located the vehicle near John R and Hamlin roads and initiated a traffic stop. The driver was unlicensed and stated he did not speak English, although he was able to answer basic questions. The driver was ordered out of the vehicle and became noncompliant. When deputies attempted to handcuff him, he began pulling his arms away and tightened up. They pinned him up against the car and were eventually able to take him into custody. The vehicle was impounded, and the driver was arrested and lodged at Oakland County Jail.

Man robbed in hotel room by masked suspects

SOUTHFIELD — A man told police that at 6:33 a.m. Nov. 26, his hotel room, in the 28000 block of Northwestern Highway, was broken into. A group of masked perpetrators entered with firearms and stole the victim’s designer sunglasses and cash.

Champagne stolen

ROYAL OAK — A complainant reported that at 1:46 p.m. Dec. 3, an unknown person stole $367.88 worth of champagne from Holiday Market, 1203 S. Main St.

Vehicle stolen from driveway

ROYAL OAK — A complainant reported that between 1:30 a.m. and 2:30 a.m. Dec. 3, an unknown person stole a 2005 Chevy Blazer from a driveway in the 1300 block of McLean Avenue.

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Holiday lights: 5-7 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays and 5-8 p.m. Fridays-Sundays, Innovation Hills Park, 2800 W. Hamlin Road in Rochester Hills, (248) 656-4673

JAN. 11

Ring in the New Year: Featuring local singer Vanessa Carr, 2:30-4 p.m., OPC Social and Activity Center, 650 Letica Drive in Rochester, OPCcenter.org, (248) 659-1029

JAN. 26

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Meadow Brook Garden Club: Learn about invasive pests, 10-11:30 a.m., Zoom and Meadow Brook Hall, 350 Estate Drive in Rochester, (248) 364-6210, mbgcmembers@gmail.com, meadowbrookhall.org/ gardenclub

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JAN. 13

Reptile Roundup: Get up close with snakes, lizards, turles and more, also see animals for adoption, 10 a.m., 11 a.m. and noon, Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road, facebook. com/CityOfRochesterHills

Nature programs: Free indoor and outdoor events with varying themes, noon-3 p.m. Jan. 13 and 21, Feb. 10 and 25, March 9 and 24, April 13 and 28, and May 11 and 19, Lost Lake Nature Park, 846 Lost Lake Trail in Oakland Township, (248) 656-0999 Big, Bright Light Show: See downtown Rochester buildings illuminated 5 p.m.-midnight until Jan. 21, downtownrochestermi.com

JAN. 19

‘The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time’: Murder-mystery presented by Avon Players, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Sundays, Jan. 19-21 and 26-28, and Feb. 2-3, 1185 Washington Road in Rochester Hills, avonplayers.org Paint Creek Garden Club: Meets 9:30 a.m.-noon every second Friday of month, Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm dairy or calf barn, 1005 Van Hoosen Road, (248) 505-4307

Oakland Astronomy Club: Indoor presentation followed by night sky viewing, also complimentary star cookies and cider, 6-8 p.m., Cranberry Lake Farm, 388 W. Predmore Road in Oakland Township, (248) 651-7810

Support groups: Join meetings for alzheimers and dementia caregivers, caring and sharing loss, those with parkinson’s and their care partners, and those who are visually impaired, OPC Social and Activity Center, 650 Letica Drive in Rochester, OPCcenter.org

JAN. 19-20

Frost Festival: Ice sculptures, marshmallow toasting, ice cornhole, bingo and more, 5-9 p.m. Jan. 19 and 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Jan. 20, downtown Rochester, downtownrochestermi.com/frost-festival

Mobile food pantry: 3-4 p.m. every third Saturday of month until April 20, Islamic Association of Greater Detroit, 879 W. Auburn Road in Rochester Hills, iagd.net

JAN. 20

On-App Scavenger Series: Learn how to use devices in nature and go on hunt, 10-11 a.m., Cranberry Lake Farm, 388 W. Predmore Road in Oakland Township, oaklandtownshipparksrec@gmail.com

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‘Father of the Bride’: Select dates until Feb. 4, Meadow Brook Theatre on campus of Oakland University, 378 Meadow Brook Road in Rochester, mbtheatre.com

Rochester Toastmasters: Meets 6:30 p.m. every first and third Thursdays of month, Pixley Memorial Hall, 322 W. University Drive in Rochester, (248) 828-5649, www.4890.toastmastersclubs.org

Frozen Paw 5K: Benefit for Leaders Dogs for the Blind, run/walk begins at 9 a.m., starts and finishes near Rochester Mills Beer Company, 400 Water St. in Rochester, leaderdog.org/events

Nature Tales Classic: Story, snack and craft, intended for ages 3-5, 10-11 a.m. every third Thursday of month, Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve, 333 North Hill Circle in Rochester, dinosaurhill.org

Health workshops: For chronic pain, high blood pressure and more, hosted by Corewell Health, free and virtual, beaumonthealth. digitalsignup.com

JAN. 24-28

Story & STEAM: Combines books with science, technology, engineering, art and math concepts, intended for ages 3-5, 10-11 a.m. every fourth Friday of month, Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve, 333 North Hill Circle in Rochester Hills, dinosaurhill.org

• For high blood pressure (6-7:30 p.m. Mondays Jan. 22-March 11), diabetes (6-8 p.m. Mondays Jan. 29-March 11) and kidney disease (1-3 p.m. Wednesdays Jan. 24-March 20), free and virtual, nkfm.org/ PATH, mihealthyprograms.org

JAN. 21

Used book sale: Also DVDs, CDs, puzzles and games, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Jan. 25, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Jan. 26-27 and 1:30-4:30 p.m. Jan. 28, Rochester Hills Public Library, 500 Olde Towne Road in Rochester, rhpl.org

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