Education

Summer Memories Made

RARA helps children grow while creating memories that last a lifetime. Article by Jennifer Lee | Photography by Provided by RARA Summer in the Midwest has a unique way of shaping childhood. It’s the season of new friendships, endless laughter, scraped knees from outdoor adventures, and memories that stay with us long after the school year begins again. For thousands of families across Rochester, Rochester Hills, and Oakland Township, those memories are being made every day through the programs...

Life + Culture

Wag N' Wash

More Than a Pet Store: Wag N' Wash Rochester's Commitment to Pets, Families and Community Article by Jennifer Lee | Photography by Jessica Snow Walk into Wag N' Wash Rochester on any given day and you'll likely be greeted by wagging tails, smiling faces, and maybe even a few muddy paws headed for a self-wash station. But what makes this local business so special isn't just the premium pet food, grooming services, treats, or toys. It's the feeling that you've walked into a place where pets...

Life + Culture

Three Moons Farm

A place to find connection without all of life's distractions. Article by Jennifer Lee | Photography by Jessica Snow Some places feel different the moment you arrive. Maybe it's the quiet. Maybe it's the horses grazing in the distance, the grass swaying in the wind or the gentle reminder that life doesn't always have to move so fast. At Three Moons Farm, nestled among open spaces and natural beauty, visitors quickly discover that this is more than a farm. It's a place built on connection...

Arts + Culture

Sixty Years of Tradition:

Celebrating the Art & Apples Festival Article by Jennifer Lee | Photography by Jessica Snow, Orignals by PCCA Some traditions become so deeply woven into the fabric of a community that it is difficult to imagine life without them. For generations of families throughout Rochester and beyond, the Art & Apples Festival is one of those cherished traditions. For sixty years, families have celebrated the arrival of fall with a visit to Rochester Municipal Park. Children who once explored artist...