Proud Mitten Shared Kitchen

Proud Mitten Shared Kitchen

Marlo Bendon opened Proud Mitten Shared Kitchen in Plymouth in honor of her father. She offers small businesses a way to create their products in an industrial kitchen, but she also fosters them in getting their products on the market. Proud MItten Shared Kitchen is located in the Plymouth Arts & Recreation building in downtown Plymouth. Bendon has created a community of small businesses that can help each other grow.

What’s New? – Ground Control Coffee Roasters

What’s New? – Ground Control Coffee Roasters

What’s new with Ground Control Coffee Roasters in downtown Farmington? They’ve launched a “disloyalty” program whereby customers can get a card stamped at other small coffee shops, and if they get six total, they get a unique coffee mug. It’s a nod to the fact that Ground Control’s customers travel throughout the metro Detroit area and have a common love for coffee, said Trent Chapman, director of operations. Pick up your card at one of six participating businesses listed on Ground Control’s social media sites.

Farmington Farmers Market

Farmington Farmers Market

Walt Gajewski had a vision for the Farmington Farmers Market, and it came true. The well-attended market now has a pavilion with heat and bathrooms, and it’s doubled in size since Gajewski took over. Opening day is Saturday, May 4, and will feature the opening bell ringing, a color guard, a band, the mayor’s welcome and more. Each week has a different theme, including flower day Mother’s Day weekend, strawberry shortcake day and a corn roast.

 

Fired & Fused

Fired & Fused

From local art shows to commissioned pieces and mobile workshops, Helen and Frank share their love for fused glass far and wide. Their next adventure led them to a new space in Farmington, soon to be their studio. Here, they eagerly await the opportunity to continue their journey, inviting others to join them in the art of fused glass. Find them at local shows, workshops, and soon, at their new studio, with a grand opening May 4th