What does The Villages Need?

[jblum315]

Need a good kitchen and housewares store with interesting selections.

[Boudicca]

Before I elaborate, yes, "Trader Joe's" Love that place, we are from VA and shopped TJ weekly.
Back to that man made beach with wave machine. If such a venue were constructed close to TV, (but not inside the buble) it would provide an easy alternative to driving all the way to Orlando, and be a draw for people of all ages. While there already is the huge venue in Orlando, a wave park more modest in size/scope would provide another dimenson to TV without actually being "in" TV. For those of us who no longer drive a car, the finishing touch to the park would be a shuttle service...to and from tV. I like to think big. LOL>

[graciegirl]

Before I elaborate, yes, "Trader Joe's" Love that place, we are from VA and shopped TJ weekly.
Back to that man made beach with wave machine. If such a venue were constructed close to TV, (but not inside the buble) it would provide an easy alternative to driving all the way to Orlando, and be a draw for people of all ages. While there already is the huge venue in Orlando, a wave park more modest in size/scope would provide another dimenson to TV without actually being "in" TV. For those of us who no longer drive a car, the finishing touch to the park would be a shuttle service...to and from tV. I like to think big. LOL>

Excellent idea PLUS..............In it should be a 365 day a year lap pool for those everyday swimmers too.

[Boudicca]

Always gracious. Thank you G.Girl

[HelenLCSW]

Need a good kitchen and housewares store with interesting selections.

Yes. And a Container Store!

[mgjim]

As a Canadian, I would like to add my vote to a Tim Hortons coffee shop. I would love to introduce my new American friends to another choice for excellent coffee. I am confident that Tim Hortons would thrive in The Villages.

Nothing personal but Canadians have already taken over too much of American business and culture. Yes, I'm talking about you, Michael J. Fox.

[notlongnow]

I know that this is not what you mean but I can't resist.

What does TV need.......... ME LIVING THERE.
I hope you all know how lucky and blessed you are.
EB

[mrfixit]

....IMHO....We NEED to care about each other...be thankful for "what we have".... no matter what we have .......Help those "less fortunate" around us.......AND..... always remember the coffee INSIDE the cup is what is important...It does NOT matter how pretty or how expensive the cup may be ......or even if the cup is worn and not so pretty.....What is INSIDE the cup is what really matters.....that is how I think of our families and friends.

[nitehawk]

White Castle

[beachgirl]

We need-
1. Krispy Kreme
2. a good pizza place that delivers
3. Costco
4. Chick Fil-A on 466A or 44

[Barefoot]

As a Canadian, I would like to add my vote to a Tim Hortons coffee shop. I would love to introduce my new American friends to another choice for excellent coffee. I am confident that Tim Hortons would thrive in The Villages.

Best darn coffee ever! It made most of the Franchise Owners instant millionaires.

[olgreeneyes]

Whenever I shop at the Christmas tree shop here in Freehold and they ask for a zip code, I always give my Villages zip. Supposedly they keep track of the zip codes to see where a new store might be needed. So if you go to a store that you'd like to see in TV and they ask for a zip, give them your TV zip.

[skyguy79]

We need-
1. Krispy Kreme
2. a good pizza place that delivers
3. Costco
4. Chick Fil-A on 466A or 441. My wife said she saw Krispy Kreme donuts available in Publix/Colony while there today.
2. We have found and had pizza delivered from Snappy Tomato, Dominos and Papa Johns. None were bad but I'd say that my favorite was Snappy Tomato. Will any of them satisfy you? I don't know, but I do know that most of us feel that our hometown outside TV has the best pizza available. So if you can't have your favorite restaurant back where you came from ship pizza to you prepared for cooking, then try the three mentioned. Now if we could only get good Chinese delivery!
3. Costco sounds good!
4. Have not yet had Chick Fill A.

[mjfg154]

Good seafood
Butcher with good meat
Whole Foods
Grimaldi's Pizza...like the one in Brooklyn...I know they have their pizza in other states as I was in one in AZ.

[mrsanborn]

a designer Depends outlet

[Sunshine Mary]

Home Goods store

[graciegirl]

a designer Depends outlet


You Buffalo people ain't right.:loco::wave::a20:

[skyguy79]

You Buffalo people ain't right.:loco::wave::a20:Out of respect, I hear that buffalonians strive to emulate Cincinnatians!:throwtomatoes:

[Sir LensAloft]

I'm willing to bet this has probably been brought up before....... I just can't seem to find the question/suggestion/answer on the Forum via a Search.

The Villages phone book is very informative, for sure. I especially like the "Hometown" information under each individual listing.

Although this is handy, I'm wondering if there does exist a directory or public accessible database that is sorted (prioritized) by the Hometown so that I can look up a city and see all the residents of The Villages who are from there.

The way it is now, I'll have to scan individually all 528 pages, with an average of 75 listings per page.

Just a thought......

BTW - For example, I'd be interested in finding anyone from Cape May, NJ; Kettering, OH; or Woodstock, VT.

[angiefox10]

I'm willing to bet this has probably been brought up before....... I just can't seem to find the question/suggestion/answer on the Forum via a Search.

The Villages phone book is very informative, for sure. I especially like the "Hometown" information under each individual listing.

Although this is handy, I'm wondering if there does exist a directory or public accessible database that is sorted (prioritized) by the Hometown so that I can look up a city and see all the residents of The Villages who are from there.

The way it is now, I'll have to scan individually all 528 pages, with an average of 75 listings per page.

Just a thought......

BTW - For example, I'd be interested in finding anyone from Cape May, NJ; Kettering, OH; or Woodstock, VT.

Is the phone book online?

[Sir LensAloft]

Good question. I would imagine not. But, it would be something interesting to pursue.....

[Sir LensAloft]

Villages Phone Book - Talk of The Villages (https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19641)

Just now ran across this thread.

[Figmo Bohica]

An Indoor 25 yard shooting range.

[buggyone]

A Villages-wide handgun ban.

[rosygail]

I agree that the Christmas Tree Shop would be great. We also need a quality craft, needlework store that carries needlepoint, cross stitch, scrapbooking etc. Not a Michaels or Joanns, but somewhere you could get Villages exclusive designs etc!

All these visiting ladies (and some men) would love a villages themed cross stitch.needlepoint kit to take home.

[Figmo Bohica]

Then we can ban the 1st, 3d, 4th, 5th, 6th ,7th 8th 9, and 10th Amendments. Would that make you happy?

[wendyquat]

Then we can ban the 1st, 3d, 4th, 5th, 6th ,7th 8th 9, and 10th Amendments. Would that make you happy?


May as well ban them! They are being pretty much trampled upon!

[Moderator]

OK, let's return to the topic of what The Villages needs and save the gun rights discussions for the political forum.

Thanks for your cooperation.

[Shirleevee]

Costco

Good pizza

Better food!
Trader Joe's
Whole Food
Wegman's.....all before I die please!

[Mark1130]

When I am rushing to the golf course trying to beat my tee time, I would love some type of drive through for coffee and breakfast sandwich that I can get fast and eat in my cart. at most places I always have to park, go in, and then wait to get what I want.

Make it a place for golf cart only drive thru and a walk up window for others. We have a place in Destin on the golf courses that work out perfectly for those in the resort. It is always busy.

Secondly, how about an online reservation system for all the Villages restaurants? You go to the pages, scroll to the place you want to eat and see if you can get a time you want. Ideally, the place would have an updated waiting time or open times showing online. You have to reserve it with a credit card. This would save the constant phone calls in during the snowbird months and I am sure it would help the restaurants too.

As much as we all love to eat out it would take some of the frustration out of the dining experience.

[Mikeod]

Need a Dairy Queen. The frozen yogurt places are fine and have their place but for us NE folks who miss DQ, the closest is about 15 miles away - in a truck stop. Also need a discount place like Ocean State Job Lots or Building 19 - salvage stores, basically- for some real bargains. Xmas Tree Shoppe would be wonderful, too - great bargains and something for everyone. For Fitness Centers, Planet Fitness is a great fit for T.V. - inexpensive, state of the art equipment and all for less than $20/month.
There used to be two DQ here, one on 441 and one on 466, but both went under. Lack of customers, I guess. I think the one on 466 still lies vacant.

[GreggB]

Costco

Good pizza

Better food!
Trader Joe's
Whole Food
Wegman's.....all before I die please!

:agree::agree:

[dominojc]

One stop shopping for radios, glove compart, heaters, mirrors, compasses, speedometers, fancy seat covers and floor mats, baskets for back, flags, license plates, decals....all the things we like to jazz up our carts with!

[rubicon]

What does The Villages need? More people:a040:

[VillagesFlorida]

There used to be two DQ here, one on 441 and one on 466, but both went under. Lack of customers, I guess. I think the one on 466 still lies vacant.

Yeah, a lack of customers, all right. Portion sizes were not consistent. There was a big turnover of help. It seemed that they (mostly kids) were poorly trained as to how to make a decent blizzard. One thing I know after living here for so long is that you can not mess with Villagers when it comes to food. Many a restaurant has gone out of business because management thought they could fool us by cutting back on quality and serving sizes. The fact that TWO Dairy Queens both bit the dust is still hard for me to fathom. I love DQ and I wish we had one here. But, I will tell anyone who is thinking of trying it again, "If I order a blizzard I would like the danged cup full, not 2/3 or 3/4 full. Raising your prices and then cutting back on portions just doesn't work for me."

[VillagesFlorida]

One stop shopping for radios, glove compart, heaters, mirrors, compasses, speedometers, fancy seat covers and floor mats, baskets for back, flags, license plates, decals....all the things we like to jazz up our carts with!

That is a great idea!! I am sick of giving Amazon all of my accessory business!

[raynitsche]

I'll second the Irish Pub!!

[Penguin]

One stop shopping for radios, glove compart, heaters, mirrors, compasses, speedometers, fancy seat covers and floor mats, baskets for back, flags, license plates, decals....all the things we like to jazz up our carts with!

This seems like it would be a terrific business to start. I did'nt see much golf cart accessories in the cart stores and being able to go to a place and just pick out some different cool lights or mirrors would be hugely popular. Kinda like a Harley store for golf carts.:coolsmiley:

[Bill-n-Brillo]

A Krystal close by! :throwtomatoes:

Bill :)

[Markam]

A Boston Market, although there is one in Ocala.
A cafeteria like the Morrisons that used to be in Florida.

[paulandjean]

25 yard indoor range?Half the people here cannot see that far.

[The Village Girl]

25 yard indoor range?Half the people here cannot see that far.

Yes... But the other half can. :icon_wink:

[George Bieniaszek]

How about a mini-golf course for all of us non-golfers and grandparents to have a place to bring the grand kids for some fun and entertainment.

[CaptJohn]

A cafeteria like the Morrisons that used to be in Florida.


Around here Morrisons and Picadilly merged several years ago so if there is a Picadilly around there
it should be the same. They're both good.

[CaptJohn]

Yes... But the other half can. :icon_wink:

:boom: I love the glass is half full answer! :a040:

[mrfixit]

How about a mini-golf course for all of us non-golfers...
and grandparents to have a place to bring the grand kids for some fun and entertainment.

....You are in luck...TREE TOPS Driving Range.

....................Just SOUTH of C.R.466 ..ON Rolling Acres Rd......
....Just BEHIND The American Legion Hall.(SouthEAST Corner)
......MINI-Golf with brand new grassly like carpet.
......Batting Cages, also.

[Trish Crocker]

-There are no Big/Tall stores for men nearby. There is only one in Ocala.
-I miss the Coney Island restaurants that are all over the Metro Detroit area. Always ate there about once a week. Nothing comparable around here.
-There are no dance wear stores here. Many dance troops around The Villages, but everyone has to order their shoes and tights on line because there is no where to buy it here. Many dance wear stores also sell costumes, which would work well with the clown college. Also need to sell stage makeup, which works with the many theatre groups.
-Music stores are non-existant here, and there are so many musical groups here. Someplace that could repair instruments, sell pianos, and have a department for sheet music.
-There is no personalization store here. You know the ones where you can get glassware engraved, or monograms put on towels. That kind of place.

This is just a short list of all the kinds of places that I have wanted and that are not here. Many of the other places I have missed are chains, and wouldn't help you if I listed them. Pleeeeease, open one of these!!!!!!

Just to let you know...National Coney Island will send you all the 'fixins'....my sister-in-law sent them to my stepson in Georgia for Christmas.

[swimdawg]

How many times do I have to say it?????
An INDOOR POOL.....please.

(Wegman's would be good, too!)

[angiefox10]

How many times do I have to say it?????
An INDOOR POOL.....please.

(Wegman's would be good, too!)

We can't hear you!!!! What'd you say????

[swimdawg]

We can't hear you!!!! What'd you say????

Please

[CarolSells]

How many times do I have to say it?????
An INDOOR POOL.....please.


Sounds good. I like this one.

[swimdawg]

Sounds good. I like this one.

Lookin' good! Bring it on!

[Deniselmenna]

Someone to make a good pizza!!!!!!!! PLEASE

Pizza pizza pizza. Get in touch with famous pizza in west Warwick, rhode island. They make the best

[Finallyfree]

A good Chicago hotdog place that serves Italian beefs and Maxwell Street Polish. There are enough people from the Chicago area to support it until others figure out how good it is.

[jaygardens]

Boston Market!

[hulababy]

my vote if for a photography studio!! wouldn't it be nice to have a place to have "special effects" photograpy taken such as Grandparents playing golf, or pickelball, working out, riding their bikes, etc... What a great gift for all of us to send our kids and grandkids??

Just a thought!! for those of us who aren't computer savvy etc.. Think it could be successful !! we're always looking for something different to send the kids - well how about our lifestyle in the Villages??

[hulababy]

Sounds good. I like this one.

love the indoor pool idea we need more than ONE though. So many people NEED to swim for medical reasons alone. We definitely need indoor pools

[Deb01]

A Rita's Italian Water Ice Shop.

[Madelaine Amee]

How about opening a nice Irish pub?

Great idea ....................

[Madelaine Amee]

I would like to see a used book store. Paperbacks and hard cover. We have a store called Half Priced Books. You can sell and buy. Paperbacks are 1/2 price, CD's, DVD's, LP's are used and reduced in price. We also have a couple of independant used book stores also.

We have one of these, it's in SS next to Publix.

[old moe]

:what: their product is tooo pricey, not that good either. The lemon ice king is better. :bowdown:

[John_W]

In the suburbs of Baltimore within ten minutes of driving I could have three times the choices of restaurants, malls and stores to shop than we do here. The good part is, it probably saves me a lot of money. I do miss 'Famous Daves', for $6.99 lunch I would get six BBQ wings, corn on the cob, baked beans and a roll. Also a nice place was 'Buffalo Wild Wings' Sports Bar, not so much for the food but for so many TV's and the atmosphere, especially since it was usually filled with Ravens fans. I also miss Maryland steamed crabs and crab cakes. We have found good crab meat at Sam's Club and my wife can make outstanding crab cakes.

Originally Posted by mikers31 View Post
I would like to see a used book store. Paperbacks and hard cover. We have a store called Half Priced Books. You can sell and buy...

As the earlier poster wrote, it's out in the little strip center in front of Publix at Colony Shopping Center. My wife goes there all the time. Books are 1/2 price of the cover price and you get 1/4 of the cover price when you sell back.

[burbank3160]

Miss a store called charming charlies. It sold all kinds of ladies jewelry and accessories.

[Yankee]

Need a Traders Joes, or a meat market, especially one that carries great sausage.

[texasfal]

Boston Market, photography studio, and an indoor pool.

[livan]

Consignment ...

[dkrhardy]

Need a Traders Joes, or a meat market, especially one that carries great sausage.

You are sooooo right!
Don & Kaz

[chazz1996]

Instant Millionaire


Just open a Traders Joes

[Pturner]

I so wish there were a Whole Foods store. The one tiny Fresh Market doesn't have much of an organic selection. Ditto Publix Greenwise. :sigh:

[getdul981]

Another gas station on 466A. That Shell station down there needs some competition.

[Bill-n-Brillo]

Another gas station on 466A. That Shell station down there needs some competition.

Ditto!

Bill :)

[asianthree]

A gas station that stays open

[ilovetv]

A HOME GOODS store!!!!

[maryj]

Would love to see Irish/English pub with imported beers, bangers and mash and music some nights

[luvtheloop]

We need a Wegmans (best grocery store in the world), a Williams and Sonoma, Pottery Barn, and an "A" level Macy's or other complete department store. I know they are all near Orlando and I go there but I would like to see all of this within a couple of miles from here. As for a private business I would like to see a high quality kitchen store. I know a lot of people here don't cook but I do know a lot of people who do and would love to have one here.

[luvtheloop]

Oh yes, Home Goods. That is a great idea. Can't believe that isn't here given all the new houses.

[luvtheloop]

Shell on 466A definitely needs competition.

[jblum315]

The biggest issue with owning property in TV is no consolidated services. I hire someone to mow my lawn (they don't fertilize), someone else for termites, another to trim shrubs, someone else to weed, another for pool service, and someone else to fertilize the lawn, but they don't do shrubs, so another for that. Need someone else for the sprinkler system and another for home watch, and another for mulch. TOO MANY DIFFERENT PROVIDERS. Now I know that I will never find one to do it all, but if I could get it down to just 3 I would be happy. Everyone wants to do just one thing. If a service consolidated all outside maintenance they would put everyone else out of business. Even if they only did most of it and subbed the rest to someone else.

But they would have to mow the lawn, fertilize the lawn, weed the beds, trim the shrubs, fertilize the shrubs, spray the shrubs and lawn for bugs, mulch the beds, inspect the home while they are there, and fix and repair the sprinkler systems. Then just sub termite protection to someone and your done.

Call Stellar. They do all those things and more.

[Jullie]

We need a HOBBY LOBBY!

[eweissenbach]

What does the Villages Need?

ME

[mar/bob]

Has anyone heard of The Texas Roadhouse.
They have excellent steak and salmon
I will miss it when I arrive

[BarryRX]

How about a mini-golf course for all of us non-golfers and grandparents to have a place to bring the grand kids for some fun and entertainment.
There is a great mini golf course right off 466 on Rolling acres rd. It is Tree Tops golf. Run by a very nice group of people.

[pfhannan]

Keep in mind the high High cost of the priveledge of having a business within the development

[John_W]

We need a HOBBY LOBBY!

There's a Hobby Lobby in Ocala. Get off I-75 on Route 200 to the right like you're going to Paddock Mall. Keep going past Kane Furniture and it's on the right just past Krystal Hamburgers. Probably a 35 minute drive if you live in the southern area.

[createquilts]

Besides TV needing me and DH to sell our house and relocate, with all the upstate NY posters, I was surprised no-one mentioned Dinosaur Bar-b-que. The places in Rochester, Syracuse and Harlem are always packed, haven't been to the Troy or Newark locations. Blues, Bikes and Bar-b-que. They cater too which is really nice.

[eastmanp]

We need an Aveda salon. There is one in Ocala, a 50 minute drive, and another in Mt. Dora.

[Ripcord13]

A good New England Sea Food Restaurant, You New Englanders know.
lobster, fried clams, scallops and shrimp, clam chowder throw in some steamers and Sam Adams Beer.

Rip

[Redrok]

Has anyone heard of The Texas Roadhouse.
They have excellent steak and salmon
I will miss it when I arrive
I agree with you on Texas Roadhouse. Just ate there tonight in Louisville. Wonderful meal.

[kgentile1010]

Hi,
Just bought my new house in TV, absolutely adore it.

I just sold my last Business and now am looking for a new venture in TV.

So what does the Villages need? any ideas guys?

I have owned Photography Studios, Make Up Studios, Hair Studios

Any help would be great, i have seen a few shops to rent so would not be hard to get things in motion.
:crap2:
Hi, I think a really good Doggie Daycare. The best one I've seen is Pet Paradise, Jacksonville, FL. It has little rooms for the dogs, with TV's and then a doggied door out to a grassy area that was fenced. The Doggie Play area had a pool and a big area to run around. I'm from MA, and we had one that would come and pick up your dogs. They had a little school bus. It was so cute. For some people, the dogs are like their children, so they'll pay for the best. I would.

[asianthree]

our pets are so important good thought

[Dawnz]

I would love a cafe/pastry shop where you could sit down and have great coffee/teas and a wide selection of desserts. A place where you could relax and listen to great music. Nothing against Starbucks, Barnies or Dunkin Donuts, but a place with a European touch would be fantastic. So often after dinner my husband and I would love to go out for a treat, but there is really no place special to visit.

:agree:
My husband and I were just talking about that. It would be so nice to have a hometown style coffee shop to go to on our early morning walks!

[CaptJohn]

Hi, I think a really good Doggie Daycare. The best one I've seen is Pet Paradise, Jacksonville, FL. It has little rooms for the dogs, with TV's and then a doggied door out to a grassy area that was fenced. The Doggie Play area had a pool and a big area to run around. I'm from MA, and we had one that would come and pick up your dogs. They had a little school bus. It was so cute. For some people, the dogs are like their children, so they'll pay for the best. I would.

Very good suggestion!

[dsned]

I vote for the Irish Pub!!

[uujudy]

I vote for the Irish Pub!!

Ditto for the Irish Pub! It would be great if it were similar to the Golden Bee at the Broadmoor with a sing-along piano player!

[Bigben007]

I agree with the "home town" coffee shop. At home, my friends and I use it walk to the local coffee shop after exercise class every Tue and Thur. It was a local hang out for coffee drinkers, it was like "Cheers."

[Madelaine Amee]

Shell on 466A definitely needs competition.

Have you tried Murphy's - 466 at the WalMart end. Sells American Gas only - no foreign gas.

Ooops, sorry, didn't see the "A" on your 466!

[salpal]

A nice piano bar....so many of the entertainment places are very loud.

[gomoho]

I would love to see some mountains! Okay I know that can't be, but I love the mountains and think that would make The Villages perfect, at least for me.

[dkrhardy]

A nice piano bar....so many of the entertainment places are very loud.

Yep, jazz, blues!
Don & Kaz

[Trish Crocker]

Definitely a good coney island...maybe you could do a geographical coney...new york coney, detroit coney, etc..From what I understand it's almost impossible to find a good coney dog in Florida.

[asianthree]

Definitely a good coney island...maybe you could do a geographical coney...new york coney, detroit coney, etc..From what I understand it's almost impossible to find a good coney dog in Florida.

you got that right, and a good bakery, not a fan of what's here for goodies

[dkrhardy]

What? How about the Sonic foot long coney! :1rotfl:
Don

[old moe]

I would love to see some mountains! Okay I know that can't be, but I love the mountains and think that would make The Villages perfect, at least for me.

we live at the foot of the Ga. mts. Would you like to trade homes. :laugh:

[Patty55]

Judging by the responses I see on other topics, this place could a lot more shrinks.

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

-Music stores are non-existant here, and there are so many musical groups here. Someplace that could repair instruments, sell pianos, and have a department for sheet music.

I agree with this 1000%. There are no really good music shops in the area.

[kgentile1010]

Hi,
Just bought my new house in TV, absolutely adore it.

I just sold my last Business and now am looking for a new venture in TV.

So what does the Villages need? any ideas guys?

I have owned Photography Studios, Make Up Studios, Hair Studios

Any help would be great, i have seen a few shops to rent so would not be hard to get things in motion.
:crap2:

Now that we're almost there, we looked around for a big Fitness Center. There is one in Spanish Springs, but we'll be down south of 466A. I'm used to a big fitness center, like LA Fitness. I did see the small gym that's in the Rec Center, but for the money that isn't worth it. I googled, but there's nothing around that fits.

[ugotme]

Oh man would I LOVE a White Castle!
However, they are only in 11 states.
I contacted them about the possibility of a franchise in So. Fl.
First of all they will not franchise! Secondly they will not expand due (I believe) to distribution centers they have and are not willing to set up anymore.

First - and I mean FIRST thing I do when I arrive on LI is have my son stop at a WC before we get to his house - and he knows it! LOL

[John_W]

Oh man would I LOVE a White Castle!
However, they are only in 11 states.
I contacted them about the possibility of a franchise in So. Fl.
First of all they will not franchise! Secondly they will not expand due (I believe) to distribution centers they have and are not willing to set up anymore.

First - and I mean FIRST thing I do when I arrive on LI is have my son stop at a WC before we get to his house - and he knows it! LOL

Krystals is just as good and they are in Florida but the nearest is Ocala. Everytime we make the 25 mile trip up I-75 to Ocala's Paddock Mall I always stop at Krystals first about a mile past the mall.

[dkrhardy]

Krystals is just as good and they are in Florida but the nearest is Ocala. Everytime we make the 25 mile trip up I-75 to Ocala's Paddock Mall I always stop at Krystals first about a mile past the mall.

IMHO, they are close to WC, but ..............
Don

Ps better than nothing, for sure!

[rp001]

We need a consignment shop for art work done by Villageers...Open to all types of mediums,paint,sculpture,glass,wood......High end,not a craft type...

[Cliff]

Come on down. Look at the examples of residents here. Note that the average resident is overweight and wearing clothing two sizes too small. Then decide if you want to add another sweet shop or a Big and Tall shop. You would make a fortune no matter which you would choose to open.

[manaboutown]

Now that we're almost there, we looked around for a big Fitness Center. There is one in Spanish Springs, but we'll be down south of 466A. I'm used to a big fitness center, like LA Fitness. I did see the small gym that's in the Rec Center, but for the money that isn't worth it. I googled, but there's nothing around that fits.

I spent a month in The Villages last October in Mallory and enjoyed the experience in many ways. Yet, the lack of a decent nearby fitness center was a serious drawback for me. I went to the one in Colony Cottage Recreational Center because it was the most convenient although after checking around the rec center exercise rooms felt all about the same to me except for the outfit in Spanish Springs. There was no shower or locker room adjacent the single exercise room. Although the Center's pool had showers its lockers were just little boxes so immediately after my workouts I drove in my rental car to my rental house to shower all sweaty but with a fresh T shirt on. I would not want to have to do that several times a week in my own car! The facilities were like those in a hotel. Some aerobic devices, a few weight machines as well as some basic weights (50 lb max dumbells) and a couple of benches all in one relatively small room. It got crowded at times although it was not yet snowbird season and 20 minute time limits on aerobic devices are imposed by the staff when people are waiting. Of course, 20 minutes is just a decent warm up period. It was expensive, too, I think $8/visit whereas I pay $15/mo. at a 24 Fitness near me now.

Perhaps some entrepreneur will build a nice fitness facility nearby. With 100,000+ people in the general area it could be successful. It would certainly help in advancing the cause of becoming "Florida's healthiest hometown".

[Sunshine Mary]

yes Planet Fitness would be GREAT OR LA Fitness

QUOTE=Stuart Jim;241361]Planet fitness. 10$per month.

_____________________________
East Orange ,NJ, Bloomfield,NJ, Staten Isl,NY, Middletown,NY[/QUOTE]

[Here2Stay]

i2ridehd

just hired All Seasons Pest Contol but donet be misled by the one theam name of the business he (Julio Olivares 352-208-7274) does it all. I just recently moved in to my Sun Kissed model last week and he has been back three times for various reasons. Neighbours also using him for landscaping,lawn cutting, pest control

BIG MISTAKE, if you had checked with Crimes Against Seniors, you would have discovered who you just hired. Frankly, there have been many post about this company. BIG MISTAKE

[marcus' mommy]

A Diner type place to eat (ex. like Wolfy's in Leesburg) that has good home cooking for a reasonable price! Most of TV eateries are quite expensive with poor service & so, so food.

[lovesports]

I spent a month in The Villages last October in Mallory and enjoyed the experience in many ways. Yet, the lack of a decent nearby fitness center was a serious drawback for me. I went to the one in Colony Cottage Recreational Center because it was the most convenient although after checking around the rec center exercise rooms felt all about the same to me except for the outfit in Spanish Springs. There was no shower or locker room adjacent the single exercise room. Although the Center's pool had showers its lockers were just little boxes so immediately after my workouts I drove in my rental car to my rental house to shower all sweaty but with a fresh T shirt on. I would not want to have to do that several times a week in my own car! The facilities were like those in a hotel. Some aerobic devices, a few weight machines as well as some basic weights (50 lb max dumbells) and a couple of benches all in one relatively small room. It got crowded at times although it was not yet snowbird season and 20 minute time limits on aerobic devices are imposed by the staff when people are waiting. Of course, 20 minutes is just a decent warm up period. It was expensive, too, I think $8/visit whereas I pay $15/mo. at a 24 Fitness near me now.

Perhaps some entrepreneur will build a nice fitness facility nearby. With 100,000+ people in the general area it could be successful. It would certainly help in advancing the cause of becoming "Florida's healthiest hometown".

Yes Yes Yes

[njbchbum]

I spent a month in The Villages last October in Mallory and enjoyed the experience in many ways. Yet, the lack of a decent nearby fitness center was a serious drawback for me. snipped
Perhaps some entrepreneur will build a nice fitness facility nearby. With 100,000+ people in the general area it could be successful. It would certainly help in advancing the cause of becoming "Florida's healthiest hometown".

yes Planet Fitness would be GREAT OR LA Fitness

QUOTE=Stuart Jim;241361]Planet fitness. 10$per month.

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East Orange ,NJ, Bloomfield,NJ, Staten Isl,NY, Middletown,NY[/QUOTE]

Yes Yes Yes

this fitness center is not golf cart accessible but there are 2 faxilities less than 10 miles away: 24 Hour Gyms - Fitness Centers - Health Clubs | Anytime Fitness (http://www.anytimefitness.com/)

Summerfield, FL
16770 south highway 441
suite 605
summerfield, fl 34491
(352) 307-0700
5.5 miles fr tv


Leesburg, FL (North 14th St)
941 north 14th street
leesburg, fl 34748
(352) 435-7576
7.1 miles fr tv

[asianthree]

and now i guess we need a meat market

[manaboutown]

this fitness center is not golf cart accessible but there are 2 faxilities less than 10 miles away: 24 Hour Gyms - Fitness Centers - Health Clubs | Anytime Fitness (http://www.anytimefitness.com/)

Summerfield, FL
16770 south highway 441
suite 605
summerfield, fl 34491
(352) 307-0700
5.5 miles fr tv


Leesburg, FL (North 14th St)
941 north 14th street
leesburg, fl 34748
(352) 435-7576
7.1 miles fr tv[/QUOTE]



Thank you! Their site states one is coming to Wildwood, too.

[lovesports]

this fitness center is not golf cart accessible but there are 2 faxilities less than 10 miles away: 24 Hour Gyms - Fitness Centers - Health Clubs | Anytime Fitness (http://www.anytimefitness.com/)

Summerfield, FL
16770 south highway 441
suite 605
summerfield, fl 34491
(352) 307-0700
5.5 miles fr tv


Leesburg, FL (North 14th St)
941 north 14th street
leesburg, fl 34748
(352) 435-7576
7.1 miles fr tv[/QUOTE]

Not those miles for anyone I know. It all depends where you are in the Villages. The Villages are hugh. You can easily travel 16 miles in the villages. A couple I know who goes to the Leesburg spend over an hour one way. 10 miles when you go around round abouts at a low speed and have many stop lights, traffic etc. outside the Villages can take a long time.They have given up all the luncheons, clubs etc because it takes most of their day. They won't rejoin because it is ruining their schedule to do golf, different clubs etc.

[lovesports]

Been to the one in Wildwood and it is very pricey and just machines, no classes. Been to the one in Summerfield and again just machines. Where I live in the Villages, its the other side of the world. Too far. Plus I need classes.

Still say we need gyms, golf cart accessible in the Villages,

[kgentile1010]

I subscribe to emails for the web site www.howtobuyamerican.com. On his website, he has an article about starting a 'Buy American Store' --http://www.howtobuyamerican.com/bamw/bamw-120706-domestic-stores.shtml

I would Love a 'Buy American Store' in The Villages.

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

I'd loveto see a good musical instrument store. There's nothing around here and there are thousands of musicians in the villages.

The two closest music stores are in Leesburg and Wildwood and they are small and don't carry a lot. There's a good one in Ocala about an hour away.

[njbchbum]

this fitness center is not golf cart accessible but there are 2 faxilities less than 10 miles away: 24 Hour Gyms - Fitness Centers - Health Clubs | Anytime Fitness (http://www.anytimefitness.com/)

Summerfield, FL
16770 south highway 441
suite 605
summerfield, fl 34491
(352) 307-0700
5.5 miles fr tv


Leesburg, FL (North 14th St)
941 north 14th street
leesburg, fl 34748
(352) 435-7576
7.1 miles fr tv

Not those miles for anyone I know. It all depends where you are in the Villages. The Villages are hugh. You can easily travel 16 miles in the villages. A couple I know who goes to the Leesburg spend over an hour one way. 10 miles when you go around round abouts at a low speed and have many stop lights, traffic etc. outside the Villages can take a long time.They have given up all the luncheons, clubs etc because it takes most of their day. They won't rejoin because it is ruining their schedule to do golf, different clubs etc.[/QUOTE]

perhaps you and your friends could get a group rate with a personal trainer? would be close to home, less expensive and could be scheduled at your convenience. look into that, maybe.

[njbchbum]

Been to the one in Wildwood and it is very pricey and just machines, no classes. Been to the one in Summerfield and again just machines. Where I live in the Villages, its the other side of the world. Too far. Plus I need classes.

Still say we need gyms, golf cart accessible in the Villages,

my doctor advocates walking - want more cardio, use ankle weights and small dumb bells or add a bike to routine. location is close to home, time is convenient to schedule, little equipment is needed and no membership fee - is free after initial outlay for weights and a good pair of walking shoes!

[gomoho]

Hi,
Just bought my new house in TV, absolutely adore it.

I just sold my last Business and now am looking for a new venture in TV.

So what does the Villages need? any ideas guys?

I have owned Photography Studios, Make Up Studios, Hair Studios

Any help would be great, i have seen a few shops to rent so would not be hard to get things in motion.
:crap2:

This post was started in 2010 - did you ever open a business?

[mrdarcy]

I agree that we need a piano bar. A place to lounge for soothing music and quiet conversation after a good meal.

[Yorio]

I'd like to have few small European style small gardens with enough benches so people can congregate and chat. We do have lots of benches around but they are mainly for couples to rest or watch the sunrise or sunset. Also, have modern sculptures on Bueno Vista and Morse for culture effects.

[jrandall]

There is no Ulta beauty supply store. I suspect it would do well here.
Also need a Dairy Queen.

[skyc6]

They have egg creams at the Brooklyn Water Bagel Co. #441

[njbchbum]

There is no Ulta beauty supply store. I suspect it would do well here.
Also need a Dairy Queen.

i use sally beauty supply up by 441/27 walmart just because it is the only one around.

and we lost dq in southern trace area a couple of years ago and brusters in mulberry last year - go figure!

[John_W]

There is no Ulta beauty supply store. I suspect it would do well here.
Also need a Dairy Queen.

We go to Ocala about twice month for something to do, usually stop at the Paddock Mall but only after I get my Krystal Hamburers (that's my one vice). Anyway, I stop at Dick's Sporting Goods about once a month and there is an Ulta store in the same center. There is also a Dillards, so while I go to Dick's my wife goes to Dillards and Ulta. If you exit I-75 at the first Ocala exit, it's Route 200 (College Blvd.) Paddock Mall is to your right about a mile, but instead turn left and go about half a mile and on the left you'll pass a Kohl's and then you'll see a Dick's Sporting Goods set back about 100 yards. Go a couple of hundred yards further to the red light and then make your left turn into the shopping center, Dillards will be on the right and Barnes & Nobles on the left, Ulta is just past that.

On the way back from Ocala, about ten miles or half way to TV, you'll see an exit 341, you'll see billboards for a Golf Outlet and Golf Shoe store, there is also a McDonalds. At that exit is a Pilot Gas station, in the station there is a Wendy's and a Dairy Queen. I always stop there and get a chocolate dip vanilla cone.

We usually get on I-75 at Wildwood, which takes about ten minutes from Tamarind Grove, and then it's about a 30 minute drive to Ocala.

[uujudy]

Off topic (sorry!) but if you go past the Paddock Mall, turn right at the next light going toward Hobby Lobby, there's a nice little Mexican restaurant just around the corner. Wednesday is $1 Margarita day. You can have lunch there, and then stroll around Hobby Lobby for a few hours to sober up before the drive home. I have bought more stuff from Hobby Lobby than I know what to do with! :laugh:

[lovesports]

The Villages need better drivers.

[mar/bob]

Calumet Grove. Its a square pizza and I make my own sauce with grated tomatoes. And a blend of three different cheeses.

I'am from Pittstown, Pa and I know what you are talking about.
Can't beat the pizza in that area.

mar/bob

[mar/bob]

I agree with you on Texas Roadhouse. Just ate there tonight in Louisville. Wonderful meal.

Florida has one in Gainesville, about 1 1/2 hrs away.
Keep in touch and all of us can go there.
Moving to TV Oct 2013

[SukiChu]

I would vote for Texas Roadhouse. Never had a bad meal there - it's fun and always great service. There is always a line after 4 pm, but worth the wait!

[old moe]

:cryin2::cryin2: "Krystals" Traveling many years ago and stopped at one, never heard of them before that. One bite into one, both wife and I , spit it out and have never went to another one again. Sorry :22yikes:

[Will VDS]

Need a White Castle!

Yes we need a White Castle ? or how about a good Mexican resturant in Lake Sumter Landing.

[gomoho]

Yes we need a White Castle ? or how about a good Mexican resturant in Lake Sumter Landing.

Well we have an "awesome" Mexican restuarant in Colony Square - hope that is close enough.

[sgiamp1]

Hi,
Just bought my new house in TV, absolutely adore it.

I just sold my last Business and now am looking for a new venture in TV.

So what does the Villages need? any ideas guys?

I have owned Photography Studios, Make Up Studios, Hair Studios

Any help would be great, i have seen a few shops to rent so would not be hard to get things in motion.
:crap2:

I think you'd do very well with a hardware store near Colony Plaza. The closest establishment is in Wildwood and its not golf-cart accessible. You wouldn't have to stock big-ticket items, just all the stuff we need because of wear and tear. (something about the size of an Ace Hardware would be perfect.)

[buggyone]

Well we have an "awesome" Mexican restuarant in Colony Square - hope that is close enough.

That Mexican restaurant in Colony is absolutely terrible. They put so much sugar in their tomato sauce it is actually cloying sweet - and the ground beef tastes spoiled.

STAY AWAY!!!!!

[Bogie Shooter]

Well we have an "awesome" Mexican restuarant in Colony Square - hope that is close enough.

That Mexican restaurant in Colony is absolutely terrible. They put so much sugar in their tomato sauce it is actually cloying sweet - and the ground beef tastes spoiled.

STAY AWAY!!!!!

Oh no! Who to believe......Who to believe?

[Arubagirl2000]

An Apple store with and Apple Bar. I would love to have somewhere close to get Ipad lessons, etc.

[wendyquat]

You mean you didn't just love those "rectum rockets"?

[ilovetv]

A Great Harvest Bread store (franchise) in Colony Plaza would be fantastic.

Great Harvest Bread Company - Welcome (http://www.greatharvest.com/)

[asianthree]

a bakery with cakes AND pies and donuts

[kathyzapp]

a bakery with cakes AND pies and donuts

...and some good Italian rolls!

[cquick]

How about a health/wellness club with reasonable rates and an indoor pool!!!

Yes, I think a nice indoor pool would go over pretty well. What about in the open area around Southern Trace....across from the Villages Schools?

It seems that they had plans for that area, but they must have fallen through .

[cquick]

I agree...ACE HARDWARE! AT Colony!

[njbchbum]

...and some good Italian rolls!

not really gonna happen in the villages if dough is being made with locel water. my husband found the bread offerings at fresh market on 466 to be closest to "home" with a better than average crusty roll there. if ya haven't been there yet - give it a try.

[kathyzapp]

not really gonna happen in the villages if dough is being made with locel water. my husband found the bread offerings at fresh market on 466 to be closest to "home" with a better than average crusty roll there. if ya haven't been there yet - give it a try.

Thanks for the advice! I'll give them a try.

Off Topic to njbchbum: I really miss the Jersey Shore (Wildwood).

[Lbmb24101]

we will move summer of 2013 I know i will miss my hair salon in Alpharetta GA for good highlights and amino treatments We will also miss good Cuban food.....

[Cantwaittoarrive]

Need a White Castle!


:agree::agree:

[Bavarian]

I want a Brusters Ice Cream store!
And a good Bavarian Restaurant.

[Donna218]

Krispy Kreme .....

[Wiserbud47]

We could use a Rita's Italian Ice store.

[justjim]

An IHOP, Bob Evans or Perkins at Colony

[looneycat]

Need a White Castle!

hear! hear! :a040:

[gomoho]

A little scary how so many of these "wants, needs, whatever" are food centered. I would just like to have my knives sharpened!

[jojo]

A little scary how so many of these "wants, needs, whatever" are food centered. I would just like to have my knives sharpened!

Saw someone sharpening knives at Marion Market today. Toward the front where you go in.

[Love2cruise]

That Mexican restaurant in Colony is absolutely terrible. They put so much sugar in their tomato sauce it is actually cloying sweet - and the ground beef tastes spoiled.

STAY AWAY!!!!!

We have also been there many times and have ever had a bad meal. Ground beef tasted fine and I thought the salsa was great!Maybe you just hit it on a bad day.

[jose2]

how about a piano bar with jaz, and or blues.

[graciegirl]

how about a piano bar with jaz, and or blues.

That stops playing at nine? ;)

[Shimpy]

I'd like to see golf carts with self cancelling turn signals. Tired of following a cart that forgot to turn his signals off.....like me!

[socrafty]

I'd like to see golf carts with self cancelling turn signals. Tired of following a cart that forgot to turn his signals off.....like me!

We have cancelling turn signals on our 2012 ParCar with the tilt wheel :pepper2:

[Houndhouse]

I second the White Castle !! Or how about a bakery with REAL breads.

[2BNTV]

A Potugese restaurant that makes Paella and Mariscada or a Portugese bakery.

Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[nancy03743]

Another vote..make it two..for Christmas Tree Shop.:eclipsee_gold_cup:



Vote THREE for Christmas Tree Shop!!

[jannd228]

I know this thread is 2 years old, did the original poster find something to open?

[MLBellis]

We need a `Heavenly Ham` Franchise I think there is only one in all of Florida and thats to far away, and with over 75,000 people in the `bubble` I think it would work.

there is a heavenly ham in 441 in the bed bath & beyond shopping center I believe

[MLBellis]

I think we need a good old fashion bakey so after church we can go & get some bake goods.... We need more than Publix, win dixi and sweetbay

[Golfingnut]

How about opening a nice Irish pub?

I second that. Its hard to find a place to drink in the Villages.

[t fields]

we need a chinese buffet like a hole in our heads, have you ever watched people in a buffet load there plates 6" high with food, we need a fitness more than another restaurant.

[2BNTV]

How about "BurgerFi" restaurant. A big step up from "5 Guys" built right next to a fitness center. :smiley:

[janeg]

The biggest issue with owning property in TV is no consolidated services. I hire someone to mow my lawn (they don't fertilize), someone else for termites, another to trim shrubs, someone else to weed, another for pool service, and someone else to fertilize the lawn, but they don't do shrubs, so another for that. Need someone else for the sprinkler system and another for home watch, and another for mulch. TOO MANY DIFFERENT PROVIDERS. Now I know that I will never find one to do it all, but if I could get it down to just 3 I would be happy. Everyone wants to do just one thing. If a service consolidated all outside maintenance they would put everyone else out of business. Even if they only did most of it and subbed the rest to someone else.

But they would have to mow the lawn, fertilize the lawn, weed the beds, trim the shrubs, fertilize the shrubs, spray the shrubs and lawn for bugs, mulch the beds, inspect the home while they are there, and fix and repair the sprinkler systems. Then just sub termite protection to someone and your done.

Our landscaper is P-T-L Pests, Termites, Landscaping. And they do it all except check the sprinklers as they are inside If interested email me at jeg1098@gmail.com. We have a place in Fernandina and have been pleased with their service. Each time they do anything we get a written report of what has been done.

Jane Garrison

[ght70]

Trader Joes!

[Cantwaittoarrive]

Trader Joes!

:pepper2::agree::pepper2:

[Cisco Kid]

ME

:boom:

[Lark7]

Another vote for Trader Joe's.

[LynnDeb]

Any place to get a good egg cream, knish, maybe a falafel push cart, dirty water frank. Celery soda, or maybe cream.

You hit it!!!!
:mmmm:

[graciegirl]

[Any place to get a good egg cream, knish, maybe a falafel push cart, dirty water frank. Celery soda, or maybe cream."QUOTE

This is a new language to me.:wave:

[Lngdds]

A restaurant that focuses on healthy cooking would be a great . If anyone knows of one,please share.

[Shimpy]

[Any place to get a good egg cream, knish, maybe a falafel push cart, dirty water frank. Celery soda, or maybe cream."QUOTE

This is a new language to me.:wave:

Yea, I agree. I tried pushing 1 for English but didn't work.

[Portia]

Was just at the Christmas tree shop today.. love that store.. grew up with them from going to Cape cod every summer.. its a land mark there.. another store is Home Goods ..is there one near the villages ?

[Patty55]

TwoJays has knishes, celery and cream soda.

[tommy steam]

Some rolling bars on market night so you don't have to stand in line for 45 minutes waiting to get something to drink:D

[niftynanna]

Trader Joe's!

[crummybuttons]

Ted's Hot Dog Stand!


Hi,
Just bought my new house in TV, absolutely adore it.

I just sold my last Business and now am looking for a new venture in TV.

So what does the Villages need? any ideas guys?

I have owned Photography Studios, Make Up Studios, Hair Studios

Any help would be great, i have seen a few shops to rent so would not be hard to get things in motion.
:crap2:

[cindyj]

Jimmy John's. Jets Pizza (former Plymouthite)

[crummybuttons]

Heavenly Ham was bought out by the other guy.....I miss them too.


We need a `Heavenly Ham` Franchise I think there is only one in all of Florida and thats to far away, and with over 75,000 people in the `bubble` I think it would work.

[crummybuttons]

Not sure if Starbucks would allow it but I think most Canadians would love to see a Tim Hortons. As well as great coffee, bagels, muffins and donuts they have really good soups and sandwiches.

OMG, I miss Tim Hortons! I loved their coffee. Also, Tim was a great NHL player on the Sabres. Miss him.

[dmorhome]

a hooby lobby here would save me a 60 mile round trip every week.

[buggyone]

All of these personal wishes for a franchise to open up here are pretty much pie in the sky notions. The franchisee takes a big chance on whether or not enough people will patronize his store to make a profit - after the overhead of rent, tax, franchise fee, etc. Look at the CiCi's Pizza guy. He couldn't do it and then could not open up his own place due to his non-compete clause.

We have some pretty great places right now. Cody's Roadhouse, RJ Gators, Thai Ruby, the Lopez Club, Glenview Club - utilize them!

[Portia]

Need a Tim Horton's Coffee Shop

[pparks158]

A bakery

[wendyw]

How about a good sandwich shop? There are all kinds of restaurants and a subway but not a good deli sandwich shop. That's what we see as missing. There is also not a good meat market. You can purchase all kinds of packaged meats at the grocery stores around but haven't seen a meat market within golf cart range where you can get your steaks sliced to your likeness, order hamburg packaged your way, marinated chicken breasts, etc.

[mulligan]

Part of the problem here is the way the leases are written. Toscani's Pizza is a good example. They would love to expand their deli business, and I'll bet they would do very well, but their lease says they cannot sell deli meats and cheeses. Publix forced the developer to write out any competition. I'd rather have the deli, and lose publix.

[Parker]

Chipotle!
Hobby store.
Oil change shop.

[senior citizen]

The original poster bought his home/moved to TV THREE YEARS AGO January 2010.
I wonder what business he did open up?????????? and where?

[graciegirl]

Part of the problem here is the way the leases are written. Toscani's Pizza is a good example. They would love to expand their deli business, and I'll bet they would do very well, but their lease says they cannot sell deli meats and cheeses. Publix forced the developer to write out any competition. I'd rather have the deli, and lose publix.

But Mulligan, isn't Toojays a deli? I love their stuff. I am not from the east coast so I guess I don't really know what a deli is supposed to offer.

And are you sure about this lease business and the developer being forced by Publix? There are SO MANY RUMORS that float around that are unfounded. I love Publix and it doesn't look to me like they'd have to have any contingincies to be successful. Great bakery. Wonderful bakery.

And getting back to what The Villages needs...More Bingo nights with ice cream sundaes for our Helene....and me too. I also want Home Goods and Chipotle. YUM.

[UpNorth]

1) Costco
2) A real brick-oven pizza place, run by real Italians
3) Trader Joes
4) A cable/internet/phone service company that uses the latest technology, and is cheap and reliable
5) Dicks sporting goods (or similar)
6) Quiet gas golf carts that don't emit fumes in the tunnels (and don't release gas vapors in your garage).
7) A final resolution to the IRS issue
8) House designs that have only 1 dining area (who needs 2?)

[scarecrow1]

I haven't read all the posts about this subject but if it hasn't been mentioned , I would like to see a golf cart only gas station IN all the town squares areas. Then you wouldn't have to drive to the main highways to get gas. A good place would be in the back part of Sweetbay's parking lot. You could get your groceries and gas in one trip.

[DAWN MARIE]

I would like to see a golf cart only gas station IN all the town squares areas. Then you wouldn't have to drive to the main highways to get gas. A good place would be in the back part of Sweetbay's parking lot. You could get your groceries and gas in one trip.

I love this idea! Right now we do the gas can thing. This would be so much easier.

[Patty55]

I also like a good deli where they make breakfast sandwiches, have decent coffee and salads. It would be great in Colony, love Twojays, but there is nowhere in Colony for breakfast.

How about a real fish market, maybe where almost everything isn't farm raised?

[Rebel Pirate]

I would like to see a golf cart only gas station IN all the town squares areas. Then you wouldn't have to drive to the main highways to get gas.

But, people open a business to earn a profit. I wonder how much profit would be generated by gas golf carts each buying 4 gallons of gas every three weeks? My guess is that everyone would continue to buy their gas at one of "the regular" stations rather than buy at the "golf cart only" station - for $9.95 per gallon.

[KennyC]

Part of the problem here is the way the leases are written. Toscani's Pizza is a good example. They would love to expand their deli business, and I'll bet they would do very well, but their lease says they cannot sell deli meats and cheeses. Publix forced the developer to write out any competition. I'd rather have the deli, and lose publix.

I was in the restaurant business years ago. (Yes, a pizza shop!)

That is called a non-compete lease, and it is VERY common in retail spaces.

If you had a pizza shop in a strip center, would you like another one opening next to you in the same strip? Or the tuxedo shop allowed to make pizza?

Sometimes these leases "choke" the strip center themselves, because a big "anchor" will want to be allowed to sell everything (Walmart?) thus killing its "neighbors".

[DAWN MARIE]

How about a meat market? Is there one around here? I used one back home and was way better than the grocery stores. I would buy fish, steaks and chicken there all the time. They always had great stew beef and fish all cut up for chowders.