My New Neighbors

My new ACE Hardware couldn't be in better company. Not only is The Corners Shopping Center one of the best looking shopping centers in the area it also has some great retailers. I will be joining Honey Baked Ham, Borders Books, TUX, TJ Maxx, Penzeys Spices, Game Stop, Sues Hallmark, Oreck Vacumns, Cellular Advantage AT&T, Street Corner Music, Tavern on 13- a Matt Prentice restaurant, and last but not least is Suburban Sports. Suburban Sports is owned and operated by Howard Roff.

Howard has been in the sporting goods business for over 38 years, His store is a favorite stop for all the local teams for equipment and custom made uniforms. Howard is also the best place in the area to sharpen all kinds of skates. Howards' store is right out my front door .

Update - August 15, 2008

It's not much to look at but great progress is being made since last we reported. Drywall is all hung and taped. The floor is in the process of having the old tile adhesive removed - that's the floor sander. Next week the new front doors are scheduled to be installed and the painter will be in to start. The existing ceiling grid is in great shape and the new ceiling tiles will be arriving shortly.

The top picture shows where the new rear glass door will be installed (that's it with the wood). This door will open into the fenced-in area at the rear of the store. This outdoor area will be used for storing bags of mulch and top soil and the propane exchange tanks. We are also planning on stocking large cement planters, benches, ornaments and other "outdoor decor" items.

The step ladder you see in the top pic is leaning against the wall that will hold over 800 custom picture frame samples. That's right! We will be offering custom framing for our customers convenience. This is actually the same area that Michael's had it located when they occupied this space. I have already hired a framing expert to help guide us into this new department.