After a week of voting, readers of AnnArbor.com named The Broken Egg, in Ann Arbor, the best breakfast spot in Washtenaw County by one vote. With 409 votes, Bomber Restaurant in Ypsilanti was crowed runner-up. In third place was Uptown Coney Island in Ann Arbor.
The Broken Egg serves a quick, basic breakfast in an old-fashioned diner atmosphere in downtown Ann Arbor. The menu includes bacon, eggs, pancakes and French toast as well as various lunch options. The Broken Egg is one of few restaurants on Main Street with reasonably low prices.
Bomber Restaurant, home to the Bomber Breakfast, is not for the faint-hearted. The Bomber Breakfast, which includes four eggs, a pound of potatoes and a pound of meat, is served to hundreds of hungry customers every week, according to Bomber Restaurant’s website. Their famously fatty breakfast caught the attention of the Food Network’s “Top Five” program. The Bomber has many other breakfast favorites, including the Nature Lover’s pancakes, omelets and the country skillet.
This week “Best Of” is looking to find the best place to buy a sandwich in Washtenaw County. Cast your vote on AnnArbor.com for a chance to win a $50 gift card to Squares Restaurant.
FestiFools, the giant papier-mâché puppet parade in downtown Ann Arbor is wild about their upcoming 5th anniversary. In anticipation of the foolish fun, the masterminds who brought us the beloved FestiFools parade, has expanded to include a brand new event, FoolMoon this Friday, April 1st on Washington Street, outside of Grizzly Peak.
This sublime moonlit event, scheduled from dusk to midnight, will feature an enormous procession of hand-made illuminated sculptures carried by dancing merrymakers making their way downtown to Washington Street. The evening will include live music, delicious treats and craft beer, a series of projected experimental films and a unique street-sized, shimmering, shadow-puppet performance.
FestiFools and FoolMoon are part of a planned effort to spotlight Ann Arbor as a vibrant place to create, live, entertain and do business. FestiFools is a non-profit production of the START Project, a University of Michigan Lloyd Hall Scholars Program initiative.
Event Details:
FoolMoon
Friday, April 1st
In front of Grizzly Peak on Washington Street, downtown AnnArbor
5:30 pm to 11pm
Cost: Free
Entertainment:
- Vulf Duo at the 5 o’clock shadow under the tent in front of Grizzly Peak. 5:30pm to at least 6:30pm
- Juice tribal welcome for the luminaria, 8pm to 9pm
- Luminary Processionals arrive between 8:30pm and 8:45pm
- Third Coast Kings for foolishly funky dancin’ in the street, 9pm to 10pm
For more information, visit their website.
Today we are featuring Melissa VanDam’s Ann Arbor Listing – 3023 Lakehaven Court, Ann Arbor, MI 48105.
What distinctive features set this home apart?
The largest floor plan in the complex, this 2 story condominium has 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms.
Have there been any recent renovations or upgrades?
The kitchen has recently been updated with new flooring and stainless appliances. New carpeting and a newer large window wall leading out to the balcony were also recently updated.
What are the advantages of the location & neighborhood?
On a court that backs up to the woods, this condo is in a very quiet and private setting. This home, just off Huron Parkway, is close to Whole Foods on Washtenaw, Plymouth Road shopping and freeway entrances as well as the University of Michigan campus and hospitals.
Does the community have any amenities we should know about?
There is a pool, tennis courts and 3 ponds on the grounds.
What amazing views will the new homeowner be able to enjoy?
The view from the upstairs study and guest room is of the beautiful trees. Also, the back patio has a double privacy screen so it is quite and secluded with lots of birds to watch.
Is there anything else you’d like to tell us about the home?
This home is approved for FHA loans so only 3% down is required. This is a great value since the complex converted from co-op to condominiums.
If you would like more information about 3023 Lakehaven Court, Ann Arbor, MI 48105 or if you are interested in scheduling a showing, please contact Melissa VanDam at (734) 669-5954.
Susan Kellam, Relocation Director, and Leslie Smith, Relocation Coordinator with the Charles Reinhart Company, Realtors recently attended the 2011 Leading Real Estate Companies of the World (LeadingRE) conference March 8th – 10th. The annual event attracted 850 top real estate brokers, managers, relocation professionals, sponsors and guests from the U.S. and eight countries around the world. Participating brokers represented one-third of the U.S. real estate market.
“The conference was hugely gratifying, bringing together so many industry leaders to create an energizing learning and networking experience,” said LeadingRE President/CEO Pam O’Connor. “Recessions are fertile territory for those who understand opportunity, and those who participated in the conference emerged more ready than ever to meet the needs of today’s consumers.”
The Charles Reinhart Company, Realtors is the local representative of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World, a global real estate network comprised of over 600 of the best-known local and regional real estate firms. With nearly 5,000 offices and 150,000 sales associates in the United States and 35 countries abroad, LeadingRE affiliates sell almost $300 billion in homes sales, representing nearly one million transactions annually.
The University of Michigan Hospitals and Health Centers, in Ann Arbor, has been named to the prestigious “50 Best Hospitals in America” list published annually by Becker’s Hospital Review, a bimonthly publication that covers hospitals and health systems.
Hospitals are recognized on the annual list for prioritizing patient care, producing innovations in the medical field and raising the bar for high-quality care. The Becker’s Hospital Review team analyzed, scored and weighted data based on other national hospital rankings to help determine America’s top hospitals.
The University of Michigan Hospitals and Health Centers has been recognized numerous times for medical innovations and excellence in patient care, including 16 years on the honor roll of “America’s Best Hospitals,” as compiled by U.S. News & World Report.
The U-M Health System is comprised of three hospitals: University Hospital, C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital, and Von Voigtlander Women’s Hospital; more than 40 outpatient health centers and clinics and a comprehensive home-care program; the U-M Medical School with its Faculty Group Practice and extensive biomedical research and education programs; the clinical operations of the U-M School of Nursing; and the Michigan Health Corp.
Ann Arbor and the surrounding communities are very fortunate to have one of the best hospitals in the nation right here in Washtenaw County.
My friends and acquaintances no longer speak in funeral tones when asking me about the real estate market. But they are still very tentative when they pose the “Is the market picking up?” question, and surprised when I answer, “Yes!” As the chart below indicates, local sales of homes and condos have been rising for more than 3 years. January/February sales this year are up 8.8% over last year. This 2 month period to start the year is the 4th best of the past 13 years.
But confusion and negative perceptions are natural. The Wall Street Journal reported on March 22, 2011 that the National Association of Realtors said sales are down 9.6%. The Journal also quoted an economist who said, “The housing market is clearly years away from staging any meaningful recovery.” REAL ESTATE IS LOCAL! On March 15th, U of M economist George Fulton and George Grimes predicted Washtenaw County job growth of 8,840 jobs in 2011-2013, and estimated that 4,087 jobs were created in 2010. The Ann Arbor area is performing strongly.
Given the rising tide of demand, what is puzzling is the precipitous decline in new listings coming to the market. Listings have declined 4 year running. It is an excellent time to sell your property. Spring has arrived, interest rates are below 5% and the competition for properties on the market is low in many areas. If you need or want to sell, now is a great time to do so. Contact a Reinhart Realtor today!
Today we are featuring Ren and Susan Synder’s Ann Arbor Listing – 3480 River Pines Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48103.
Can you describe the architectural style of this home?
An admired piece of architecture, this unique 5 bedroom Queen Ann Victorian home was built by Christian Tennant.
What distinctive features set this home apart?
Beautiful maple floors and a grand staircase are just a few of the features that set this home apart from others. This home has a gorgeous gourmet kitchen and large dining room as well as a fireplace in the living room. The second floor features a spacious master suite and bathroom with a towering ceiling. The walk-out lower level of this home has a private guest bedroom, bathroom and family room.
What amazing views will the new homeowner be able to enjoy?
With Huron River frontage, the new homeowner will be able to enjoy breathtaking views. In addition, this home has a lovely screened porch.
If you would like more information about 3480 River Pines Drive, Ann Arbor, MI 48103 or if you are interested in scheduling a showing, please contact Ren and Susan Snyder at (734) 761-9429.
Today we are featuring Melissa VanDam’s Saline Listing – 292 Stone Glen Court, Saline, MI 48176.
What distinctive features set this home apart?
A new custom built ranch, this 3 bedroom home has an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings in the living room. The kitchen is stunning with granite counter tops, stainless steel appliances, slate accents and cherry cabinets as well as a breakfast bar that seats six. In addition, this home features a large mud room and separate spacious laundry room with counter space, storage, laundry tub and a lot of light. The master suite includes a Jacuzzi tub, tilted shower and a huge walk-in closet.
What are the advantages of the location & neighborhood?
Located in Saline’s Torwood neighborhood just off Austin Road, this home has the benefit of being located in the Saline School District. On a large lot, there are 2 dozen pine trees in the backyard to create a private setting.
Have there been any recent renovations or upgrades?
This custom home was built just 3 years ago and includes built-in shelving, lighting and custom details.
If you would like more information about 292 Stone Glen Court, Saline, MI 48176 or if you are interested in scheduling a showing, please contact Melissa VanDam at (734) 669-5954.
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Today we are featuring Sheila Shulman’s Ann Arbor listing – 5879 Fox Hollow Court, Ann Arbor, MI 48105.
What distinctive features set this home apart?
On an acre of land, this 4 bedroom home is in a county setting with the convenience of being close to downtown Ann Arbor. This traditional colonial home, built by Henry Landau, has modern touches and updates. The lower level features a wet bar and a great area for a pool table, making it perfect for entertaining.
What are the advantages of the locations & neighborhood?
Located in Superior Township, with the benefits of low township taxes, this home is an easy commute to downtown Ann Arbor or Detroit. Fox Hollow is near several quaint shops as well as Huron Valley Tennis Club.
Have there been any recent renovations or upgrades?
This entire house has been updated with a new furnace and A/C, Anderson windows and doorwall, siding, ceramic flooring as well as a new roof with a lifetime warranty. The kitchen has had several improvements, including Welbourne cabinets and granite counter tops.
What amazing views will the new homeowner be able to enjoy?
With a wonderful back yard view of a small horse farm, the new homeowner will be able to enjoy watching the horses play.
If you would like more information about 5879 Fox Hollow Court, Ann Arbor, MI 48105 or if you are interested in scheduling a showing, please contact Sheila Shulman at (734) 669-5852.
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