9/3/25 St. Clair Shores Sentinel

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Council grants Jefferson development extension

BY ALYSSA OCHSS aochss@candgnews.com

The St. Clair Shores City Council approved an extension for a controversial development on Jefferson in a 4-2 vote on Aug. 18. Councilwoman Candice Rusie and Councilman John Caron cast the opposing votes and Councilman Ronald Frederick was excused from the meeting.

The 40-unit condo at 24101 Jefferson Avenue was first approved in 2023. The development plan, which included a request for a special land use and site plan approval, was presented before the council in March 2023 and tabled in a 5-2 vote with Rusie and Caron opposed. It was brought back to council in August 2023, where it was approved in a 5-2 vote, again with Rusie and Caron opposed. As of Aug. 25, Gateway Engineering’s website stated it would be completed in 2025 with a planned budget of $5.5 million.

See DEVELOPMENT on page 20A

Jim Bommarito Bakery celebrates 100 years

BY ALYSSA OCHSS aochss@candgnews.com

n the presence of friends, family, staff, city officials and others, the Jim Bommarito Bakery celebrated its 100th anniversary on

In 1925, Jim Bommarito — who moved from Sicily to Detroit — and his wife, Rose, started selling Ital-

ian cakes and treats in their Italian neighborhood near Joseph Campau Avenue and Mullet Street in Detroit. From there, the family business expanded to a storefront on Cadillac Boulevard in Detroit in 1934.

Jim’s only daughter, Grace, married Sam Valenti in early 1940, and the business eventually moved to Greater Mack in St. Clair Shores in 1961. Grace and Sam were helped by their four daughters once they took over the

See BOMMARITO on page 16A

SECOND FRONT PAGE

Harvest Fest brings the best of fall

BY ALYSSA OCHSS aochss@candgnews.com

St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Church is hosting a harvest festival on Sept. 20 filled with vendors and fun fall events for everyone to enjoy.

Lucy Slater, St. Isaac Jogues advancement and formation coordinator, said eventgoers can expect a priests versus sisters softball game, vendors, kids games and more. They can also see exotic animals such as a snake, a chameleon, other reptiles and more from Grosse Pointe Zoology as well as Polish folk dancers from Zakopane Polish Folk Dance Ensemble.

Slater said the animal shows are focused on education.

“And the owner is also a previous parishioner of St. Isaac Jogues. So he and his wife have been very kind to give us a nice discount and they’re really excited to be here for the day,” Slater said.

Dave Ellis, co-chair of the event, said it’s not a petting zoo, but an event to teach children and young adults about caring for animals and interacting with them.

The event lasts from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. Beer and food tents will also be available for guests to enjoy throughout the day.

Slater said the festival has grown over the years starting as the church’s Oktoberfest.

“Which was this huge parish festival,” Slater said. “It was going on since the inception of St. Isaac Jogues.”

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Cruisin’ through summer

Artist Choice Show coming to Art Center

Solo exhibit showcases artist’s growth

BY DEAN VAGLIA dvaglia@candgnews.com

MOUNT CLEMENS — One of the showcase staples of the Anton Art Center is set to return this September.

Starting Sept. 2, the Anton Art Center will host its annual Artist Choice Show on its first-floor gallery. Featuring 53 works of art by 44 artists, the show serves to showcase the best works from members of five regional arts organizations.

“We collaborate with five different groups across Macomb County,” said Stephanie Hazzard, the AAC’s exhibition manager. “The Warren Tri-County Fine Arts, the Lakeside Palette Club of St. Clair Shores, the Mount Clemens Art Association, the Romeo Guild of Art and the Shelby Township Fine Art Society.”

The Artist Choice Show is the second annual show hosted by the Anton Art Center for the five groups, the first being a themed show.

“The first show usually has a theme as

Sarah Kasper’s “For the Birds” is one of the 53 works from Macomb County artists in the Anton Art Center’s annual Artist Choice Show.

something for the artists to be inspired by, to communicate with or to comment on,” Hazzard said. “The second show, the Artist Choice Show, has no theme and so artists are eligible to enter artwork of any theme and

See ART on page 7A Image provided by Anton Art Center

Art installation celebrates

BY ALYSSA OCHSS aochss@candgnews.com

HARRISON TOWNSHIP — On Aug. 19, Huron-Clinton Metroparks unveiled an interactive art piece that celebrates the lake sturgeon and its habitat at Lake St. Clair Metropark in Harrison Township.

The art piece sits in the plaza right beside the pool and in front of beautiful Lake St. Clair. It’s shaped like a frame so many parkgoers can take pictures with it.

The art installation is made completely out of recycled materials including electrical wire, fishing line and bottles. It took from May to August to complete.

According to a press release, using recycled materials supports the Metroparks Climate Action Plan and Keep It Clean initiatives.

Huron-Clinton Metroparks CEO Amy McMillan said the parks are 85 years old and if they had not started taking interest, they’d be standing in the middle of a subdivision.

“So this work is as important to us today as it was 85 years ago,” McMillan said.

also of any medium. Guests will see artworks that span across fiber works to classic clay, drawing, painting, mixed media and so forth … Many people celebrate the themed show as a challenge to adhere more to a specific theme, but this show gives artists the chance to share the work they’re the most passionate about.”

The 2025 edition of the Artist Choice Show sees several notable developments for the event. Moving the show to the firstfloor gallery means there’s more space for artwork, with the 53 works being selected coming from a record-setting 126 submissions. Whittling down the submissions to what would fit within the gallery was left

to juror Martine MacDonald, a multimedia artist and instructor at Wayne County Community College District.

In the second-floor gallery starting on Saturday, Sept. 6, the exhibition “Works by Christina Haylett” will present a collection of new and old work from the titular Oakland Township-based artist.

Picking up an interest in art from an early age and attending the College for Creative Studies in the 1970s, Haylett’s passion for art took on a new level once she retired. In the years since retirement, she focused on painting, but over the past five years Haylett has shifted her work to incorporate nonconventional and recycled materials.

“I’m 75 years old and I’ve been thinking a lot about current events and things that are happening now and how things are being

NEWS & NOTES

Farmers markets roll on

Several farmers markets are left for residents and visitors to find produce, candles and more.

Farmers markets run on select Thursdays from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and on select Sundays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The final regularly scheduled date is Sept. 28. A special farmers market will be held from noon to 6 p.m. on Oct. 12.

The markets are located at Blossom Heath Park, 24800 Jefferson Ave.

Compiled by Alyssa Ochss

Downtown social district dates remain

There are still downtown social district events left to enjoy with friends and family.

The remaining dates are Sept. 13, Sept. 17, Oct. 11 and Oct. 25. Social districts run from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. through September. The last two dates, in October, run from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Downtown social district events are located along Greater Mack Avenue from Nine Mile Road south to the Nine Mack Drive and Cavalier Drive intersection.

The city’s annual fall food and drink festival is back this year, but it will look a little different. From Sept. 20 to Sept. 25, patrons can go to various restaurants that will have their own specials themed around Oktoberfest. It’s called Shorestoberfeast. Councilwoman Linda Bertges said they wrote down the names of all the restaurant bars and created fliers with QR codes.

“Customers will go into the participating Shorestoberfeast places, and they can scan the QR code which will register that they went there,” Bertges said.

The restaurants will offer gift cards and everyone who visits the restaurants will be put into a drawing to win one.

“We just want the opportunity for all the community to discover all the amazing places to eat and drink in the city,” Bertges said.

Their website is scscoolcity.com for more information.

Metro Boat Show comes to Harrison Township

The Metro Boat Show is coming to Lake St. Clair Metropark Sept. 11 through Sept. 14 with lots of boat-related vendors and products for boaters to enjoy.

The show is open from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Sept. 11 and Sept. 12, 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Sept. 13 and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sept. 14.

Nicki Polan, executive director of the Michigan Boating Industries Association, said this boat show is her favorite because boats arrive on the water and on land. Her company has been promoting the show for 16 years, but the boat show has been at this location for around 50 years.

“We really do get a lot of big boats because it’s easy to transport them by water,” Polan said. “We’ve had boats at this show up to 60 feet in length. Even if you’re not in the market for a boat

that size, it’s fun to check them out and be able to get on a boat that size.”

She said they have all kinds of boats available for fishing, cruising and more.

“Great place to shop, great place to learn about boating if you are just kind of curious,” Polan said.

Vendors come from all over including Harrison Township, St. Clair Shores and more. There will be food trucks, a tiki bar, a trolley service, a kids activities and more for eventgoers to enjoy.

Admission is $10 for adults. Kids 12 and under get in for free. Members of the military and first responders get one free ticket with proper identification.

For a full list of vendors and events, visit boatmichigan.org.

Apple Pie Week is here

As fall approaches, residents and staff at the St. Clair Shores Senior Activity Center will be making and selling apple pies during the city’s annual Apple Pie Week.

Sales will officially begin at 2 p.m. on Sept. 10 and go until Sept. 13. Each day, the center will sell pies until supplies run out with a total of around 300 pies per day. The first day, customers will be limited to two pies.

Matthew Hubinsky, senior coordinator, said the goal is to bake 1,000 pies by the end of the week/ The ovens there can handle 36 pies at a time.

The pies this year will be $14, and they will accept cash or check only. Profits go to the center’s meal program. The pies will be sold in the Civic Ice Arena lobby located at 20000 Stephens St.

Hubinsky said everyone has fun and it’s so much more than peeling apples and baking pies.

SCOTS board to sell mums

The Senior Center of the Shores board will begin selling mums at 9 a.m. on Sept. 8 until supplies run out.

This year, the mums are $12 each and they will accept cash or check only. Mums can be picked up right outside the St. Clair Shores Senior Activity Center located at 20100 Stephens Road.

TROLLEY RIDE ENJOYED BY PATRONS

GAMES FOOD TRUCKS VENDORS MUSIC 5:30pm–11pm

SEPTEMBER 13 - SVNTH SON (Rock & Roll, Popular Covers)

SEPTEMBER 27 - WEEKEND COME BACK (High Energy Variety! 60’s - Today’s Hits)

OCTOBER 11 - MAINSTREAM DREAM (High Energy Dance/Mainstream) 6 -10 PM

OCTOBER 25 - PAPER COVERS ROCK (90s/Current Rock) 6-10 PM

OLD CROWD RETURNS FOR ANNUAL GATHERING

BY DEAN VAGLIA dvaglia@candgnews.com

MOUNT CLEMENS — At the sounding of a whistle shortly after 9 a.m. on Aug. 21, the denizens of Mount Clemens were awoken by the thundering drums and trumpeting horns of one of Macomb County’s oldest traditions, marching through the city’s streets.

The Old Crowd, a group of 240 men that have been assembling every August in the county seat since 1880, gathered and set off for its 145th day of festivities. The first meeting of the group occurred as four former residents of Mount Clemens were looking for a way to reconnect as they began moving into the surrounding townships and elsewhere in the state.

“The founding fathers … were members of the community here, and they saw that in 1880 already people were moving away into the nether regions of Macomb County,” Old Crowd Vice Chairman Paul Berger said. “So, what they tried to do is they tried to have a reunion; get everybody together and invite everyone in.”

Functionally speaking, not much has changed since the original meeting nearly a century and a half ago. The itinerary for the day begins with a brass band and a parade through Mount Clemens, starting at the Macomb County Circuit Court, looping around Walnut Street and Macomb Place before marching down to the YMCA next to MacArthur Park. From there, members embark on boats or travel by other means to Lake St.

Clair Metropark for a full day of three meals, fishing, cooking and camaraderie.

“We eat three meals a day, a big band’s there, have a couple beers and we go home,” Old Crowd President Mac MacCarroll said.

Many of the changes that have occurred within the Old Crowd have come down to balancing the new with the old. What was once an event held under a single tent has since evolved to multiple tents. Most of the cooking has been moved to catering due to ordinance shifting, though the frying of fish and boiling of corn cobs remain an on-site special. Bands still play for the congregating members, even as the location of the Old Crowd’s meetup has changed from Conger Bay to MacRay Harbor to Lake St. Clair Metropark. At one point, a double decker boat carried the Old Crowd out to their gathering spot, though the ship has since traded the Clinton River for the Chicago River, leaving members of the crowd to embark on private ships should they choose to sail.

Membership rules are heavily steeped in tradition. The 240-maximum number for members has been set since the 1900s and membership really only opens up when an existing member dies or becomes a life member. New members can apply starting at age 35 with children of current members getting the chance to apply early starting at age 30. One notable membership tradition is that Old Crowd members must be men, with Berger saying there were “too many problems” on the two occasions women were allowed in. Berger claims this exclusion

Installation

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Artist Halima Afi Cassells said she was excited when she got the call from the Metroparks team and the conversations about what it could be and look like.

She said the sturgeon is one of her favorite creatures.

“Because they are dinosaurs that live among us,” Cassells said.

She went on to stress the importance of preserving the habitat and commented on its resilience. Cassells said she is thrilled the piece is in the park and she thanked multiple people during her speech.

She said they had three public workshops where people could interact with the

team and talk about the project. Cassells has completed two other projects like it, but this is the first one outside of Detroit proper.

“I’m really hoping to make this a thing,” Cassells said.

She said she hopes people start to think about their impact on ecosystems because of the art piece.

McMillan said Metroparks staff goals include keeping litter off the ground to protect animals such as the lake sturgeon.

“We hope this piece serves as a great reminder of the importance to recycle and dispose of trash properly,” McMillan said.

McMillan also said they were incredibly honored to work with Cassells and her team to create the piece.

Call Staff Writer Alyssa Ochss at (586) 498-1103.

FAMILY MARKETS, GARDEN CENTERS ROOTED IN HOMETOWNS

BY MIKE KOURY mkoury@candgnews.com

Creating a lasting business in a community can be quite difficult. Growing that business can be even more stressful. Some of the longest lasting businesses in metro Detroit are its family markets and garden centers, founded decades ago. Many still can be visited at their original locations.

Impressively, there might not be many other businesses that have lasted longer than Kutchey Family Market. It has been part of the fabric of the city of Warren since the early 1800s. The original farm and store were located at 3202 East 10 Mile Road.

It was eight years ago when David Kutchey decided to sell that land and open a market at 27825 Ryan Road to sell produce and

See MARKETS on page 15A

Affordable Luxury in the Heart of the Nautical Mile: JEFFERSON YACHT CLUB

Nestled in the center of the popular Nautical Mile area in St. Clair Shores, the Je erson Yacht Club may be one of the area’s best kept secrets – a welcome retreat with year-round activities.

You don’t need a yacht — or any boat — to join, and if you’re looking for a friendly atmosphere and fun for all ages, JYC is the place to be! From their Olympic-sized pool and tiki bar with a relaxing backyard vibe, to their full-service restaurant and bar and spacious outdoor pavilion, the facilities are available to members for private parties. JYC has plenty to o er –and it’s surprisingly a ordable for a private club.

Members and their guests can enjoy many activities, including darts and trivia nights, pool volleyball, DJ and karaoke nights, as well as live entertainment including bands, comedians and other events. ere are also a variety of special parties throughout the year for both adults and for kids, such as our own Cardboard Boat Regatta weekend, boating rendezvous, holiday parties, Commodore’s Ball, Trunk or Treating, and much more.

“As Commodore of the Je erson Yacht Club, I am proud of our more than 68 years of service

to the St. Clair Shores community, including our philanthropic endeavors such as the Lake St. Clair Shoreline Cleanup and fundraisers for various causes — including Vets Returning Home, K-9 bulletproof vest, Toys for Tots and other charitable groups,” said JYC Commodore John MacKay. “We also serve as a social gathering place for a diverse community of members, whether we’re dancing to a band in the pavilion, relaxing by the pool, or enjoying our various o -site events by land or sea. We truly are an extended group of friends and family that makes the JYC the place to be!”

Established in 1957, JYC is located at 24504 Je erson Ave., between 9 and 10 Mile roads. Members enjoy year-round services there as well as reciprocal availability to more than 400 other private clubs in the country, so members can take advantage of that perk while traveling.

JOIN NOW to claim your bonus months!  ose who sign up for a 2026 membership will receive the last three months of 2025 free by mentioning this ad. For a tour or more information, call (586) 773-0404 or email je ersonyachtclub1957@gmail.com.

Precision Jewelers: A Trusted Family Tradition Of Service

Precision Jewelers has been part of the fabric of metro Detroit since 1950, serving families, celebrating milestones and earning trust across generations of loyal customers. What began as a small family shop has grown into a full-service store known for diamonds, bridal jewelry, custom designs and in-house repairs.

Manager Louis Deeb said that while the store has evolved, its foundation remains the same. “We’re a full-service jewelry store with everything under one roof,” he said. “We have a watchmaker, jeweler and gemologist on-site, so people know they’re getting unmatched expertise when

they walk through our doors.”

Bridal jewelry is the store’s leading product line, with engagement rings, wedding bands and custom creations drawing couples from across the area. Other offerings include pendants, necklaces and watches, along with engraving, appraisals and repairs. Customers can also sell their gold directly to the store.

The showroom is lined with cases filled with fine jewelry, from bridal sets and fashion rings to earrings, pendants, bracelets and custom styles. Displays showcase pieces crafted with high-quality diamonds, emeralds, rubies, sapphires, tanzanite, pearls, aquamarine and other semi-precious gemstones. The collection also includes gold and silver jewelry along with fine watch brands, giving customers a true one-stop destination.

“We can replace your watch battery, help you find the ring of your dreams and everything in between,” Deeb said, adding that the personal side of the

business means the most to him. “I enjoy working with customers. It’s a special job because we get to help people celebrate joyous occasions, whether that’s an engagement, an anniversary or the birth of a child.”

Reviews from customers reflect the professionalism and friendliness of the entire staff. One praised the experience of creating a custom engagement ring. “We got to handpick my wife’s diamond, complete with GIA certification, and then we chose a setting. This is truly a fine piece of handcrafted jewelry.”

Another remarked, “Precision Jewelers is now my go-to place for anything jewelry related.”

Precision Jewelers is located at 32350 Gratiot Ave. in Roseville. Visit myprecisionjewelers.com or call (586) 294-7020 for details.

Eastside Kitchen & Bath

Picture this; you’re wandering up and down the aisles of the big box stores, looking at hundreds of pictures on your phone. You’ve received dozens of opinions from everybody and their mother, and how close are you to your new kitchen or bathroom? Really, how close are you?

e answer, most of the time, is nowhere. e best way to start is to call eastside kitchen and bath to set up an in-home appointment. ey’ll show you how to actually get it done.

Eastside Kitchen and Bath provides its clients throughout the Detroit metro area with a full range of bath and kitchen remodeling packages and services.

e business was started by Bill Cords in 1997 who is now joined by his son Eric in managing and growing the business. e Eastpointe-based compa-

ny is committed to helping clients realize their dream homes.

While it can serve homeowners throughout much of the southeastern Michigan region, most of Eastside’s clients live in places like the Grosse Pointes, Eastpointe, Harper Woods, Roseville and St. Clair Shores.

“We remodel mostly in our neighborhood, with an emphasis on people who like their homes, who plan on staying where they are for at least a few years. “Knowing it’s a safe investment, and getting to enjoy a new kitchen or bathroom, it’s a win-win,” says Bill. “Aging in place is something we’re also seeing a lot more of these days.”

When meeting with potential clients, they try to prevent them from making a common mistake -  starting a remodel before having a nal plan in place.

“You want to have materials picked out and drawings completed,” Bill says. “We provide a ordable options, but we also know that trying to save a dollar or two now can sometimes cost people more in the future.” at’s why the Eastside kitchen and bath showroom carries a wide range of materials, both in quality and style; so you can actually see what you’re paying for.

“ ere are a lot of reasons to give us a call, but the best one is that we can help you get the kitchen or bathroom you desire,” says Bill.

Call Eastside at 586-775-3700 to set up an in-home appointment. Learn more by visiting eastsidekitchenandbath.com. Appointments are available from 8 am to 8 pm Mondays through Saturdays.

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an expanded inventory of flowers and gardening supplies. The land was formerly home to Young’s Garden Mart & Christmas Fantasy, another longtime family farm business in Warren.

Kutchey said they always wanted to stay in Warren when looking for a new spot, as the community has always supported the business. They want to support the community, too.

“We just obviously enjoy the community and we’re so well known in the community,” he said. “People know us from being here for the original farm on 10 Mile. Being there for over 170 years, it’s just been a staple in the community … I don’t want to start all over. We have an excellent reputation and people know us and they trust us, and they know they can get good quality produce when it’s in season. So it was the right thing to do to stay here.”

Over in Troy, Uncle Luke’s Feed Store found its home in the city around 100 years ago in the 1920s selling their products to locals in one form or another, originally as Stiles Feed Store. The market operated out of a shed next to the current location as a farm outlet and hardware store.

The market eventually found its current home at 6691 Livernois Road in 1946, opening as “Uncle Luke’s Print Shop.” It has been there in Troy ever since.

Longtime employee Gil Tufts said their longevity in Troy has been due to their loyal customers.

“That’s the secret to our business,” he said. “I’ve got one lady that travels from Petoskey down here, and probably some further. … If you don’t have a loyal customer base and you don’t treat your customers right, you’re not going to be in business and that’s something we always strive to do here.”

Troy also is home to Telly’s Greenhouse & Garden Center at 3301 John R Road, where it was founded in 1978.

Telly’s Greenhouse kind of fell into the family’s lap, according to owner George Papadelis, as they had been neighbors next to an old woman with a greenhouse who then died in 1976. Papadelis’ father, Gust, bought that land in 1977.

Papadelis said the business got its start when, as a kid, it was suggested he and his brother grow plants in the greenhouse and sell them to make money for a family trip to Greece. They then painted a sign and sold flowers from the side of the road, making $1,000.

The business eventually grew and became what it is today, where it took on the name Telly’s, which was the name of Gust Papadelis’ Greek restaurant.

Since its beginnings, Telly’s has grown to include multiple locations in Michigan but currently has its base of operations at its Troy location and in Shelby Township, where they bought several acres of land 15 years ago to grow their flowers and plants. That’s where they do more than 90% of their growing.

That being said, Papadelis said they plan to stay at their Troy home.

“We’re staying here at the Troy location because it’s an excellent location and we’ve developed a property well to accommodate the store and, quite frankly, I feel like we’ve done a lot to promote gardening in the area and sort of get people to appreciate it more and enjoy it more,” he said.

Papadelis said the city of Troy has grown around them, as has the need for plants from a reputable and family-owned garden center

“We just grew along with that need,” he said. “As the market changed, we adapted to it because the same person that was growing the plants was selling the plants, which is me. So things have changed an awful lot since, of course, we started almost 50 years ago, but we’re still all about plants that we grow, and we love doing that and we’re good at it and we’re very service-oriented. Customers expect to see me here and they expect to get their questions answered accurately and, in most cases, passionately.”

In the case of Kutchey Family Market, the business has made such an impact in Warren that it was designated with a historical marker.

Kutchey said the designation was something that made him proud that he could continue his family’s legacy in Warren.

“It makes me very proud that I can continue on the family legacy that my great grandfather and my grandfather and my father and all them, that when they settled on 10 Mile and that was the original property, and then they started farming, that I can continue that and bring people good quality fruit and vegetables … and continue the legacy and keep supporting the community that supports us,” he said.

Call Staff Writer Mike Koury at (586) 498-1077.

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store when Jim and Rose both passed away. The four daughters are Christine Corrado, Roseanne Valenti, Grace Adams and Frances Cottone. The whole family worked side by side until Grace passed away in 1988 and Sam relied on his daughters and his son-in-law, Eric Adams, to run the store. They eventually took over management and Sam retired, but he continued to visit the store until his health deteriorated, and he passed away in 2005.

The ceremony marking the bakery’s 100 years started off with a prayer led by priests from St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church. St. Clair Shores Historical Commission Chair Gerald Sielagoski read from the bakery’s new historical plaque. Corrado then said a couple words thanking the community for coming out and explaining how the process of getting a plaque started.

St. Clair Shores Mayor Kip Walby said he remembers days spent at the bakery as a boy. He went to the school down the street at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church.

“I would take the bus home and before I’d go on the bus, I’d come in here and buy the day-old nickel donuts,” Walby said.

He went on to say that it was around 1974 when he did that, and that he believes the bakery is a staple in Macomb County.

“People come from all over to buy the pizza, the subs, some muffulettas,” Walby said.

He also said he thinks it’s the biggest crowd they’ve ever had for a historical commemoration in the city.

“I think it’s a testament to the Bommaritos and the family and what they do here,” Walby said.

A’ndrea Adams is one of the nieces of Grace and Sam’s four daughters, and she said they were contacted by someone within the Historical Commission about the commemoration. Many of the Bommarito family members have gone to the St. Joan of Arc school and church parish including the sisters, their children and grandchildren.

Corrado said she wants to thank God for their longlasting history and establishment in the community. Family

members designed special T-shirts for the anniversary, and the bakery will give a free pint of lemon ice with every shirt purchased.

“Everything fell into place,” Adams said. “Like she said, God just started the direction of it.”

Corrado said it’s been interesting seeing the city grow and children growing up. She said not many people remember her sisters and her as they were young.

“But we have seen so many people, children grow into adults and now we see their children now,” Corrado said.

Adams said she’s happy her kids get to grow up around the bakery.

“So many of them go to St. Joan of Arc, they come, their friends come after school,” Adams said. “They love to be a part of it.”

Corrado said they are blessed because of the welcoming community and so many customers have become friends.

“Thank you to the community because without the community coming in and out of here and embracing us, we wouldn’t be in business all these years,” Corrado said.

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recycled,” Haylett said. “The recycling pieces, in a way, were an attempt to use things that are here now and reconfigure them into something different. The clay pieces, I started doing those because … working threedimensionally with your hands is a whole different feeling and it’s given me a whole different perspective on my work. It’s like playing.”

The shift in Haylett’s work comes from a change in attitude toward approaching the world, a change coming in no small part from her age.

“I think now being older, in the last couple of years I just feel a lot freer to do what I want to do,” Haylett said. “I don’t feel the constraints on me about whether I should be doing something that’s current or trendy. I just feel like my artwork now is more of a representation of me.”

The opening reception for “Works by Christina Haylett” and an artist talk with Haylett will be held on Saturday, Sept. 13 from 1-3 p.m.

“I hope (the exhibit) is not boring,” Haylett said. “That would be my hope, that people will be entertained by it.”

Both exhibits will run at the Anton Art Center though Thursday, Oct. 16. The Anton Art Center is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Admission is free. For more information visit www. theartcenter.org.

Call Staff Writer Dean Vaglia at (586) 498-1043.

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Isaac Jogues Catholic Church will host their Harvest Fest on Sept. 20 filled with fun and activities.

Harvest Fest

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She went on to say that before the COVID-19 Pandemic, things died down to a parish picnic.

“But just coming out of COVID it started growing into a larger festival,” Slater said. “So as of last year, the official name, Harvest Fest, was kind of born from that.”

Ellis said it’s more of a community event than a church picnic.

“I make the comment, if you like the social district, you will love being here this day,” Ellis said.

He said it’s all that’s involved in a social district and more.

“We really want to be very inclusive and

have the community come to this event,” Ellis said.

They made sure to pick a weekend that didn’t coincide with a social district.

Slater said they wanted to have events stacked on top of each other so everyone could enjoy the event and the fun lasts all day.

There will also be a cornhole tournament with two semi-professional leagues offering cash prizes and one amateur league for anyone to play and have fun. It is $25 to sign up before the event and $40 the day of the event.

To find more information go to saintisaacjogues.com and look under the community tab. The church is located at 21100 Madison Street.

Call Staff Writer Alyssa Ochss at (586) 498-1103.

CRIME WATCH

Fraud reported on Jefferson Avenue

At 10:34 p.m. on Aug. 23, a report was made about a fraud attempt in the 24000 block of Jefferson Avenue.

The restaurant manager informed the officer that around 20 people walked in and celebrated a birthday, getting a bill that was $493.50. With tax and with an added gratuity, it came to $594.10. One of the two adults paid for all of it except $9.02 or $109.62 after gratuity.

The manager informed the adult that the party had not fully covered the bill and was reportedly told they didn’t have anything else and weren’t going to pay. The manager informed them he would call the police and they said he should do that. When the manager started to call the police, the entire party walked out and left in their vehicles.

Attempted vehicle theft on Eight Mile Road

At 2:29 p.m. on Aug. 25, a report was

made about an attempted vehicle theft that occurred on Aug. 20 in the 20000 block of Eight Mile Road.

A 55-year-old woman came into the department and reported someone had attempted to steal her vehicle. Photos and emails showed minor damage near the driver side door handle and an anti-theft alert that occurred at approximately 5:14 p.m. on Aug. 20. The woman eventually went to her superiors since it was a work vehicle and they said to file a police report.

The vehicle was parked near her residence. The dash and radio screen have been acting up and it takes multiple attempts to start the vehicle, according to the report.

Theft reported on Northshore Drive

At 10:43 a.m. on Aug. 18, a case of larceny was reported in the 700 block of Northshore Drive.

An officer spoke to the man who is an employee of a news company and has a company vehicle. He explained when he went out to the truck that morning he noticed the trunk was open. When he went to close it, he noticed his TV camera was stolen.

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Servıng St. Clair Shores for 70 Years

Development

from page 1A

The item brought before council on Aug. 18 gave the company a one-year extension.

The construction company has already removed contaminated soil that was previously a problem for $120,000.

Many residents came to the meeting to express their frustration about the agenda item and spoke during public comments.

Resident Steve Tafflinger said Aug. 21 will be two years since the item was approved and that construction must be completed during that time.

“Unless a longer period is requested by the applicant at the time, the special land use request is reviewed,” Tafflinger said.

He went on to say that to his knowledge this has not been completed. He also said the project continues to flounder because it is not financeable.

“In short, this project’s in a long walk to nowhere,” Tafflinger said.

Resident Rick Zaremski claimed there are a lot of reasons why the condo developers have not started construction including road blockages, coordination with DTE Energy and more.

“How many more extensions does this

See DEVELOPMENT on page 23A

On Aug. 18, the St.

approved a development

Old Crowd

from page 10A

one of the contributing factors that led to the creation of the women-only Daughters of Macomb organization, which itself meets annually in August.

Much like the activities themselves remaining mostly unchanged since the late 1800s, so too does the purpose of reconnecting with old friends and acquaintances. Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel, an Old Crowd member since the early 2000s, demonstrated this by catching up with former law enforcement friend and current St. Clair County Magistrate Dennis Rickert prior to the parade’s start.

“It really is kind of a unique thing,” Hackel said. “Really no purpose behind it other than bringing people together. It’s almost like a reunion of sorts, like a high school reunion but we didn’t go to school together. We all connected somehow through civic and community events and just being around the Mount Clemens area.”

With membership being a tightly controlled thing and the waiting list remaining long, Berger believes the Old Crowd will last much, much longer than the next 145 years.

“Hopefully it will keep on going forever and ever, amen,” Berger said. “There are enough people that are applying on a regular basis, we’re constantly getting new members to fill in and we’re also making sure that there’s people that are invested in the thing so that we have the core group that puts the whole thing on … So long as we have a good core group, I think it’ll be around for a while.”

Call Staff Writer Dean Vaglia at (586) 498-1043.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

22A/ ST. CLAIR SHORES SENTINEL • SEPTEMBER 3, 2025

SEPT. 4

Thursday Nights Under the Lights: Hear Wayback Machine (classic rock covers), bring chair or blanket, 7-9 p.m., The Alley at Erin Commons, 28363 Gratiot Ave. in Roseville, www.roseville-mi.gov/332/rosevilledda-events

SEPT. 9

Metropolitan Detroit Chorale open auditions: 7 p.m., rehearsals continue Tuesdays, choir room at Fraser High School, 34270 Garfield Road, performances scheduled for December, March and May, (586) 7927464, metropolitandetroitchorale.org

SEPT. 11-13

Rummage sale: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sept. 11-12 and 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Sept. 13, Triumphant Cross Lutheran Church, 22360 13 Mile Road in St. Clair Shores, proceeds go to community projects and Macomb County Rotating Emergency Shelter Team, (586) 776-5025

SEPT. 11-14

Metro Boat Show: Find boats as long as 60 feet, outdoor recreation exhibits, live music, food trucks, special promotions and more, 1-7:30 p.m. Sept. 1112, 11 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Sept. 13 and 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sept. 14, Lake St. Clair Metropark, 31300 Metropolitan Parkway in Harrison Township, metroboatshow.net

SEPT. 14

Widowed Friends lunch: 2 p.m., Pegasus Taverna, 24935 Jefferson Ave. in St. Clair Shores, RSVP to Sue at (586) 549-1041 by Sept. 10, widowedfriends.com

SEPT. 20

Fall plant exchange: Presented by Yardeners of St. Clair Shores, 9-11 a.m., swap or give away for free in parking lot of St. Clair Shores Public Library, 22500 11 Mile Road, scsyardeners@gmail.com

SEPT. 21

Comic and toy show: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. (early bird at 9 a.m.), VFW Bruce Post #1146, 28404 Jefferson Ave. in St. Clair Shores, also held Oct. 5, keywellcollectables. com, facebook.com/dawnofthecollectors

To view more Community Calendar and to submit your own, use the QR code or visit candgnews.com/calendar. To advertise an event, call (586) 498-8000.

SEPT. 27

Jammin’ at the Junction: Car show, live music, food and awards, registration at 8 a.m. and vehicles on display until 2 p.m., Utica Road between Gratiot Avenue and 12 Mile Road in Roseville, www.roseville-mi. gov/332/roseville-dda-events

North Gratiot Cruise & Craft Fair: Also 5K, tailgating with college football on big screen, food trucks, live music, kids zone with bounce house, inflatables, fire truck and K-9 dogs, car show and awards, car parade, cornhole tournament, and vendor tables featuring local businesses, interactive displays and event-only discounts, headquarters in Kohl’s parking lot, 50500 Gratiot Ave. in Chesterfield Township, see times and other nearby locations at cruisegratiot.com

ONGOING

Downtown Social District: Live music, food trucks, outdoor games and more, 5 p.m.-midnight Sept. 13 and 27, and Oct. 11 and 25, Greater Mack Avenue between Nine Mile Road and intersection of Nine Mack and Cavalier drives in St. Clair Shores, see band lineup and more at scsmi.net/social-district, facebook.com/downtownstclairshores

2025 Farmers Market: Sunday market from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Sept. 21 and noon-6 p.m. Oct. 12, Nine Mile and Mack in St. Clair Shores, Blossom Heath Park, south of 10 Mile Road on Jefferson Avenue in St. Clair Shores, see themes and special events at scsmi.net/877/ farmers-market

St. Clair Shores Community Chorus: Open rehearsals for ages 14 and older at 7:30 p.m. Mondays, Triumphant Cross Lutheran Church, 22360 13 Mile Road, scscommunitychorus.org

Weekly car show: Also music, BBQ and 50-50, 4-7 p.m. Thursdays until end of September, St. Margaret’s Catholic Church, 21201 E. 13 Mile Road in St. Clair Shores, (586) 293-2240, stmargaret-scsmi.org/news/ classic-car-show-is-back

Lakeside Palette Club of St. Clair Shores: Open studio events from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesdays, St. Clair

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CLASS REUNIONS

SEPT. 10

Mount Clemens High School — Class of 1960: 65th reunion, includes cash food/refreshments, no ticket required, noon-4 p.m., Rec Bowl, 40 Crocker Blvd. in Mount Clemens, contact lozenmchs@gmail. com with questions

SEPT. 12-13

Mount Clemens High School — all alumni: Includes DJ and cash food/refreshments, no ticket required, 5 p.m. Sept. 12, Rec Bowl, 40 Crocker Blvd. in Mount Clemens, also MCHS tour at 9 a.m., tailgate and car show at 11 a.m., and football game at 1 p.m. Sept. 13, contact (586) 463-6386 or drron82@yahoo.com with questions

SEPT. 27

South Lake High School — Class of 1975: 50th reunion, includes appetizers and soft drinks, plus cash bar, 6-10 p.m., Fishbones Rhythm Kitchen Cafe, 23722 Jefferson Ave. in St. Clair Shores, purchase ticket at eventbrite.com

Ferndale High School — Class of 2005: 20th reunion, 6-10 p.m., Fifth Avenue Royal Oak, 215 W. Fifth St., purchase ticket at eventbrite.com

OCT. 4

Seaholm High School — Class of 1995: 30th reunion, includes live music by Lain Hanna, DJ

Shores Adult Education Center inside North Lake High School, 23340 Elmira St., (586) 944-8253, lpcofscs@ gmail.com, lakesidepaletteclub.org

Activities for seniors: Crafting, movies, knitting and crocheting, dominoes, euchre, pickleball and more, St. Clair Shores Senior Center for Active Adults, 20100 Stephens Road, (586) 445-0996

St. Gertrude Senior’s Club: Meets 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Mondays, St. Margaret of Scotland, 21201 E. 13 Mile Road in St. Clair Shores, (586) 293-2240

Coop (Kevin Childs) and DJ Second Nature (Brett Belcastro), also light food and drinks, 7-11 p.m., ZANA, 210 S. Old Woodward Ave. in Birmingham, purchase ticket at eventbrite.com

OCT. 11

Warren Cousino High School — Class of 1980: 45th reunion, includes appetizers, buffet dinner, open bar, DJ playing ’70s music, photo booth, prizes and surprises, 6-10 p.m., Vintage House, 31816 Utica Road in Fraser, purchase ticket at warrencousinoclassof1980@gmail.com

Henry Ford II High School — Class of 1975: 50th reunion for first graduating class, includes open bar and professional photographer from 6-11 p.m., strolling hors d’oeuvres and desserts from 6-8 p.m., and pizza buffet at 9:30 p.m., Fern Hill Golf Club, 17600 Clinton River Road in Clinton Township, purchase ticket at myevent.com/henry ford2classof1975reunion

Seaholm High School — Class of 1975: 50th reunion, includes food stations, drink ticket, music and other activities, also cash bar, 6 p.m., The Kingsley Bloomfield Hills — A Doubletree by Hilton, 39475 Woodward Ave., purchase ticket at seaholm1975@gmail.com or (248) 217-0990, make optional hotel reservation at (248) 6441400

Silent Book Group: Bring own book, for ages 18 and older, 6:15-7:45 p.m. with reading at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 17, Oct. 15 and Nov. 19, library in J-Building on Macomb Community College - South Campus, 14500 E. 12 Mile Road in Warren, club to resume at St. Clair Shores Public Library in 2026, (586) 771-9020, scslibrary.org

Lakeshore Ukulele Strummers: Jam sessions for all levels from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Lakeshore Presbyterian Church, 27801 Jefferson Ave. in St. Clair Shores, (586) 321-9535

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Development

condo developer need?” Zaremski asked. “It is too ambitious of a project.”

He finished his statement saying maybe it’s time to move on and find something that blends into the neighborhood.

Community Development Director Denise Pike read from a zoning ordinance and said that if construction is not commenced within a year of approval, the special land use approval is null and void. Construction also needs to be complete within two years of approval unless an extension is requested at the time the special land use request is reviewed.

She went on to say the relocation of utilities has not been completed despite that being paid for in February 2024, hence the need for an extension.

Rave Construction representative Mark Marion said all of the issues are on the utility provider and that they can’t get a written letter or an answer from them.

“They did half of the work out there,” Marion said. “The power is still on the poles itself. The poles haven’t even been moved.”

He said they didn’t ask for ordinance changes.

“I’m fine. I’m not making excuses up here,” Marion said. “I’ve got a problem with Detroit Edison and there’s no way for me to fix (it). Period.”

Rusie stated she thought it was no use to grant the special land use two years ago.

“I will not be voting to extend it,” Rusie said.

Councilman Dave Rubello said he was shocked the power company held up the project and housing like this is needed in St. Clair Shores. He also said he gets what the residents are saying.

Councilman Chris Vitale said he thinks they have plenty of reasons they haven’t started construction.

“In terms of cost you have started construction,” Vitale said. “I don’t put over $200,000 into something I don’t intend to do anything with.”

Councilwoman Linda Bertges said in the meantime the grass needs to be cut and the piles of dirt at the site need to be cleaned up. Marion said they have had services tending to the site.

Caron asked what happens a year from now if construction is not wrapped up. City Attorney Robert Ihrie said another extension could be requested and possibly approved.

Call Staff Writer Alyssa Ochss at (586) 498-1103.

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