Shop Local on Small Business Saturday

Just what is Small Business Saturday and why should you support it in Chesterfield Township and New Baltimore?

Big name national retailers take the spotlight on Black Friday as their deep price cuts pull in shoppers in droves. What about those mom-and-pop businesses all over Chesterfield Township, New Baltimore and beyond that are the backbone of America’s economy? Just when do they get their day? That’s basically the question that was asked back in 2010 when the concept of Small Business Saturday was born. Small Business Saturday is “a day to celebrate and support small businesses and all they do for their communities,” the U.S. Small Business Administration explains on its website. American Express gets the credit for founding the shopping holiday, which got its official start on Nov. 27, 2010, according to the Small Business Saturday Facebook …

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Where to Go Thanksgiving Eve in Chesterfield Township, New Baltimore?

The biggest bar night of the year is upon us Wednesday. Make sure to drive responsibly.

Before Chesterfield and New Baltimore residents overload on turkey, mashed potatoes, corn and pumpkin pie, many of them will hit the bars for cocktails and beer. Thanksgiving Eve is known as the biggest bar night of the year and there are several options in town to select from. Among them are: Remember to drink responsibly, plan your transportation and decide on a designated driver before you go out. In New Baltimore and Chesterfield Township, police will have extra patrols for drunken drivers. Chesterfield Township police said they will also have extra patrols Thanksgiving night to ensure safety during early door-buster shopping deals. Did we miss your favorite haunt or are you a bar owner or manager with Thanksgiving Eve promotions? Add …

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Popular Baker Returns to Kitchen in Chesterfield Township

Giovanni Evola will be at Pasta é Pasta, 48712 Gratiot Ave.

Giovanni Returns to the Baking Business

The owner of the former Giovanni Baker is returning to the kitchen after nearly one year of retirement.

Customers of the former Giovanni Baker who have missed one of his signature items, cannoli, will be able to have them for the holiday season this year. Giovanni Evola hung-up his apron last year after nearly 20 years of serving freshly made breads, pastries and cakes. He is returning to the kitchen this holiday season with his classic cannoli recipe at Pasta é Pasta, 48712 Gratiot Ave., Chesterfield Township. “I miss all of my customers. I’d love to see them again,” Evola said in a release Mini and large size cannoli, as well as cannoli kits, will be available for order. A new flavor, pumpkin spice, is now available at Pasta é Pasta. The wholesale company is owned by Carlo De Angelis, Evola’s brother-in-law. The former bakery in St. Clair …

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Top Developments Underway in Chesterfield Township, New Baltimore in Photos

Check out photo gallery of anticipated businesses in Chesterfield Township and New Baltimore.

Shoppers, food-lovers and families may be rejoicing at anticipated developments in Chesterfield Township and New Baltimore. Follow us on Facebook for regular updates and news.

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See’s Candies Joins Chocolate-topia of Shops at Partridge Creek for Holiday Season

An assortment of chocolates and other sweet treats will be available at the Clinton Township location through Christmas.

Shoppers can make one more sweet stop in The Mall at Partridge Creek now that See’s Candies has opened for the holiday season. The Clinton Township store is one of only four seasonal locations operated by the 91-year-old candy company in metro Detroit. “See’s Candies is one of the most requested holiday stores at Partridge Creek. That said, we were happy to get them here,” said Seok Chung, marketing and sponsorship director for The Mall at Partridge Creek. “The addition of See’s is a nice complement to our other chocolate specific retailers – Godiva Chocolatier and Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory," Chung added. "When you add Starbuck’s, Nordstrom eBar, Surf City Squeeze and all of our restaurants that serve chocolate desserts and drinks, …

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