Rochester – October 14, 2019
I got my flu shot today. It came with a spiffy purple bandage with some weird design on it. I figured if I was going to take my kids to get their vaccination, I should lead by example.
It’s not going to help put their minds at ease, though. It will be a battle to get them in the car, out of the car, and then when it’s over and they’ve undoubtedly survived the ordeal, they’ll be mad at me for a while.
My conscience is clear.
However, if this year is anything like last year, I’m not sure who was more traumatized—them or me. They gave me a run for my money. When kids don’t want to do something, like get a shot, they suddenly become slippery, wet noodles with superhuman strength that can fit in any crevasse. I had no idea it was going to be so hard to get a 50-pound kid out of a Ford Fusion. By the time we got in the doctor’s office, we were all sweaty, some were crying, and no one was happy.
I guess this is part of the reason I run 5ks. Wish me luck.
Rebecca
Rochester Community Schools Superintendent Named 2020 Michigan Superintendent of the Year
Rochester Community Schools Superintendent Dr. Robert Shaner has been named the 2020 Michigan Superintendent of the Year by the Michigan Association of Superintendents & Administrators. The award was announced Monday, Oct. 7.
The Michigan Superintendent of the Year Award is presented by MASA to a member who has shown tremendous effort and dedication to enriching the lives of children and the community as a whole.
Farmers Market Last Call
The farmers market will be wrapping up its season at the end of the month. Be sure to stop in and get fresh produce before the market closes for the season on Oct. 26.
Leaf Pick-Up Begins Week of Oct. 21
Beginning the week of Oct. 21, crews will be out picking up leaves at the curb. Grass clippings, pet waste, municipal waste and tree limbs are strictly prohibited.
Also, please do not park your vehicle on the piles of leaves in the street; this could potentially create favorable conditions for a fire under your car.
Curbside pickup will continue until Nov. 29 and is dependent upon weather and the rate the leaves fall. Visit http://rochestermi.org/508/Leaf-Collection for more information.
Student Group Wins National Award
Students at the Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine Pediatric Interest Group were recognized as the group of the year by the American Academy of Pediatrics. The students were honored for their dedication to the community, fundraising and advocacy for pediatrics.
Metromode is reporting that, “Farmington residents gathered at the Civic Theater on October 1 to hear a panel discussion called ‘A Design Discussion Downtown,’ moderated by Farmington DDA President Todd Craft.”
The Farmington Department of Public Services is asking residents who have mailboxes at the road edge to prepare for winter by 
Troy Youth Assistance and Troy Tech Talks are screening the compelling new documentary LIKE, about the impact of social media on our lives, on Thursday, Nov. 14, at 7 p.m., at Troy High School Auditorium, 4777 Northfield Parkway.
Jamboree-on-the-Air, or JOTA, is the largest Scouting event in the world. It is held annually over the third full weekend in October. JOTA uses amateur radio to link Scouts and amateur radio operators, or “hams,” around the world, around the nation, and in the local community.
Learn about the state of your local communities on Friday, Oct. 25. The event starts with breakfast at 8 a.m. The program begins at 8:45 a.m. at Farina’s Banquet Center, 2485 Coolidge Hwy. in Berkley.
Listen to Jeff Morrison, author of Guardians of Detroit, as he presents his photos of Detroit. He has more than 100 spectacular close-up pictures of architectural sculpture from throughout Detroit. The event is on Tuesday, Oct. 22, at the library. You will also learn about the symbolism behind the ornamentation and hear some of the untold stories of the artists, artisans and architects involved in its creation, all drawn from the book.
Shake the ink-stained hands of over 40 local authors and celebrate reading, writing, and Michigan at Books & Authors. The party is at Leon & Lulu on Saturday, Oct. 20, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Customers of 
On the third Monday of every month, those in need of food can stop by Grace Apostolic Church at 700 E. Elmwood Ave. Food bags can be picked up at The Community Food Bank from 5:30 to 7 p.m.
As the weather gets colder, it’s nice to bundle up. With the help of the Clawson Fire Department, a local Eagle Scout is collecting new or gently used, clean blankets for the homeless. There is a collection bin on the front porch of the fire station until Thursday, Oct. 17.
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