Shelby Township, MI

When Vince and Joe's Gourmet Market of Shelby Township opened in October 2006 it was an immediate hit. They moved in as the anchor store and soon filled the strip on either side of them bringing along many businesses. Honestly, before they moved in the corner of 25 Mile and Van Dyke was pretty dull. Now that corner is hopping with business which is great for the area. We just love it since our office is right across the street.

Vince and Joe's Gourmet Market is family owned and operated and was started in 1983 by Vince Domenica and Joe and Maria itale. Their first store in Clinton Township is on Garfield and Canal. That store has grown over the years no doubt allowing them to open their second store in Shelby Township. Their stores are always very very clean and all the employee's very pleasant. They offer great sales and the prices are very reasonable.

From the minute you walk up you can see the care that goes into their store. They offer flowers and fruits and vegetables out front weather permitting. Upon entering the store you'll see right away that they purchase fresh good quality fruits and vegetables. You can always find what you are looking for too. There is a small florist area in case you want to pick up flowers for the table or that someone special. Next you'll see the cheeses and boy do they have a ton of them to choose from. Some I never even heard of.

Next comes the deli and it is always packed so you know the lunch meat is fresh. Across from the deli you'll find the Market Grill which is basically a small restaurant offering all kinds of food for lunch or dinner. Fresh bread and pizza too. A great stop for many of our agents. Next to that is the wine and let me tell you they have it All. No one can deny the fact that Vince and Joe's offers some of the freshest and best quality fish and seafood, meat and poultry. They also have a few aisles of groceries, dairy section along with a coffee collection you can buy in bulk. Now my favorite - the bakery goods - they are to die for...you just can not walk out without picking up something sweet. If you have some time to spare you can stop in the Cafe and enjoy some lunch, desserts and coffer or ice cream.

Yes, for sure Vince and Joe's Gourmet Market of Shelby Township was a great addition to the area and we wish them continued success. Below is a video of the store so you can see for yourself.

Are you old enough to remember the drive-in?

Back when I was a kid the drive-in we went to was the Gratiot drive-in. It was located at Masonic and Gratiot, in Roseville. My parents always picked a nice warm summer night with no clouds. Once the plans were made to attend my dad would get the biggest pot he could find and make some popcorn. As dad made the popcorn, mom would make the kool-aid and get the cups and napkins together. Dad usually made 2 batches of popcorn - one with salt and butter and one with butter and a package of dry cheese from the mac and cheese box. Then he'd separate a paper grocery store bag and fill it up and off we would go.

Of course, the Gratiot drive-in is long gone but Shelby Township is offering something similar to the old drive-in. So mark your calendar

Free Family Movie Night - featuring Madagascar 2 - Friday, July 17

the gates open at 8:00 pm and the movie starts at 9:00 pm.

So pack up the kids, bring along a blanket or two and some treats or buy them at the concession stand. There will be bounce houses to help pass the time till the movie begins.

It all takes place at the Packard Proving Grounds located at 49965 Van Dyke, Shelby Twp just south of 23 Mile on the west side of Van Dyke. The same location as the Shelby Township Farmers Market held Saturday mornings.

Did you know Shelby Township had a Farmers Market?

Well last Saturday Ed and I decided to visit the Farmers Market and took some photos so we could share it with others. The market is located on Van Dyke just south of 23 Mile in Shelby Township. Admission is Free but part of the proceeds go to the Packard Proving Grounds Foundation, to help with restoration of this historic site.

So how many times have you driven by the Packard Proving Grounds? Did you know that it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places? Something you should really visit and while there stop at the farmers market and buy from some of our local farmers and business owners.

We purchased some vegetables that were really quite tasty. Biggby Coffee is there if you get an early start and need a pick me up, along with a tent with honey, maple syrup, bakery goods, some crafters, our local farmers and more.

Here is a Tour we did of our visit

Shelby Township Michigan real estate residential market report for April 2009

I have prepared a report of the home sales data in Shelby Township Michigan for the month of April 2009.

The information below is gathered from Mirealsource Multiple Listing Service and represents those homes sold by participating real estate brokers and agents and does not include data from private sources.

For the period of April 1, 2009 through April 30, 2009:

Total houses sold: 42

Total condos sold: 12

Average sales price for houses: $169,009

Average sales price for condos: $78,642


If you would like more detailed information in regards to the market value of your home in Shelby Township Michigan please don't hesitate to contact me either via phone or email.

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Washington Township, MI Weekend Bridge Closed

To all my neighbors in Washington Township, the bridge at 26 Mile Rd. and M-53 will be closed this weekend. As previously reported, construction will start at 11:00 P.M. on Friday and end at 5 A.M. on Monday for the bridge being closed. This is just the beginning friends, the project will take till approx. September. If we are lucky. Start re-thinking your travels plans to and from work. My family has talked about it for the last week. I am sure that my husband, son and myself will end up stuck in traffic forgetting all the warnings. Plan ahead for delays.