Thieves Target Cars in Town and Country Crossing Parking Lot

Town and Country police are alerting residents to recent thefts from cars, including car break-ins at the Town and Country Crossing shopping center.

The following information was supplied by the Town and Country Police Department. (For instant news updates follow Patch on Facebook and Twitter.) Town and Country police sent out an email alert warning residents of recent car break-ins, including cars parked at the Town and Country Crossing shopping center. In the email, police stated that small items were stolen from an unlocked vehicle parked in a driveway in the 400 block of Cheshire Farm Lane between 9 p.m., March 27 and 9 a.m., March 28. In addition, police stated that two additional thefts took place from cars in the parking lot of Town and Country Crossing. One between 7 a.m. and 8:20 a.m. on March 20 and the second happened between 10 a.m. and 2:45 p.m. on March 26. Police said …

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Cooper’s Hawk Winery and Restaurant Coming to Town and Country

The new restaurant is expected to open in the winter of 2013 - 2014 in Town and Country Crossing.

Cooper’s Hawk Winery and Restaurant is set to move into Town and Country Crossing by the end of 2013 or beginning of 2014. (For instant news updates follow Patch on Facebook and Twitter.) Town and Country Planning Director Sharon Rothmel tells Patch, the restaurant will move into the space at 1000-1272 Town and Country Crossing Drive, near Clayton Road and Highway 141. Rothmel points out she had not even received plans for the restaurant yet and said this project is in its initial stages. "It's my understanding they've signed the lease and they're currently designing the restaurant," Rothmel said. The new restaurant will incorporate the former locations of Eugene's Custard (which closed last year) and Three Dog Bakery (which has moved to a…

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Fire & Ice Brings Weekend Fireworks to Town & Country

Town and Country's annual Fire and Ice festival is Saturday evening. Come enjoy food, fun and end the night with the city's annual fireworks show!

Town and Country will celebrate it's annual Fourth of July event this weekend at Town and Country Crossing at the intersection of Woods Mill and Clayton roads. The Fire & Ice event takes place from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Saturday, in the grassy area just west of the Target store. Residents, and those just looking for an evening of fun are invited to come out and enjoy food at the Taste of Town & Country area where local restaurants will sell food and drinks for dinner. (Follow Patch on Facebook for updates- check out our page and "Like" it here.) Local musicians, Treehouse, will also be playing and will perform with the Town & Country Symphony Orchestra.  Free bounce houses and clowns will be on hand for the children.  Everyone is invited…

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Bistro 1130 - Did You Know?

Each week 'Town and Country - Manchester Patch' plans to highlight and have a litte fun with a local business. Have a business Patch should visit? Post it in the comments below!

Bistro 1130 is under new managment as of January 2012.  That includes new Executive Chef Kevin Taylor Jr. The restaurant is located next to the lake and fountain in Town and Country Crossing. This is a bistro-style restaurant that offers an "ingredient driven, globally inspired menu," according to Taylor.  The restaurant also runs a sustainable fresh fish program. It offers filet mignon, lamb chops and fresh seafood plates. Staff can recommend the perfect wine to accompany your dinner choice. Bistro 1130 offers an extensive european and american wine list, plus monthly wine tastings. Visit the restaurant's website on its Patch business listing, or call to find out more about the tastings. PATCH Q & A (With Executive Chef Kevin Taylor Jr…

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Gabrielle Biondo

11:31 am on Thursday, May 24, 2012

They seemed really excited about the transition.. so if you try it out, we'd love to get another comment from you jimmie!:)   more ›

The Business Break-Down

The Effect of Town & Country Crossing Vacancies After Four Years

New owner Ramco-Gershenson, Inc. wants the shopping plaza to be a night time destination, not just another neighborhood strip mall.

Town & Country Crossing has struggled to find retailers after opening more than four years ago. The plaza has space for 310,000 square feet of shopping--up to 44 stores and restaurants. Only 29 shops, restaurants and a bank are currently open. In December 2011, the complex was purchased by Michigan-based Ramco-Gershenson Properties Trust for a reported $37.8 million. (Read Previous Story: Town and Country Crossing Shopping Center Sold) Representatives of Ramco-Gershenson are optimistic that they can turn the center into a “lifestyle destination” for evening entertainment, as well as unique daytime shopping experiences. They plan to court national chains at a Vegas convention in June. “We’ll sit down with a universe of tenants who like to …

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Three Dog Bakery - Did You Know?

Each week 'Town and Country - Manchester Patch' plans to highlight and have a litte fun with a local business. Have a business Patch should visit? Post it in the comments below!

Three Dog Bakery opened in August 2010 and is located in Town and Country Crossing right next to the lake. It offers fresh baked dog treats that are all natural with no sugar and no artificial flavors. Staff makes the treats right there in the store, and when you walk in it smells like a real bakery.  "We use all human-quality ingredients so if you wanted to eat it, you could," said Erin Preuss, store manager.  (Check out Three Dog Bakery's free business listing on Patch. Post a comment.) The store also carries a wide variety of pet items, including toys, dishes and leashes and many specialty items. The bakery also provides dog birthday parties and can create custom birthday cakes, party favors and even birthday hats.  Preuss tells Patch …

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Starcrest Cleaners - Did You Know?

Each week 'Town and Country - Manchester Patch' plans to highlight and have a litte fun with a local business. Have a business Patch should visit? Post it in the comments below!

Starcrest Cleaners opened its Town and Country location in the fall of 2011. It's located next to The Bar Method and Mr. Goodcents.  Store Manager Jessica Suttner said it's environmentally friendly and a "green cleaners." (Check out Starcrest Cleaners' free business listing on Patch. Post a comment.) The Town and Country dry cleaners is the fourth area location. The main location is at Sulphur Spring and Big Bend roads. Starcrest Cleaners are also located in Winghaven (in O'Fallon, MO), and in Washington, MO. The Town and Country Crossing location is open seven days a week and offers same-day service if requested. Staff will offer customers a Starcrest discount if they bring in a competitors' coupon.  PATCH Q & A (with Store Manager …

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Ginger Bay Named Salon of The Year

Town and Country's Ginger Bay Salon and Spa is named Salon of the Year by 'Salon Today' magazine.

Ginger Bay Salon and Spa owner Laura Ortmann shared the news on Facebook.  Salon Today reportedly surprised Ortmann at the new Town and Country Crossing location to tell her that the salon was the grand prize winner of the Salons of the Year Competition. Her reaction was recorded and posted on YouTube. That video clip is included in this article. As previously reported by Town and Country - Manchester Patch, Ginger Bay Salon and Spa is a locally owned, full-service salon that’s been in service since 1991. In 2008, the Kirkwood-based salon was purchased by attorney Laura Ortmann, who had been working as the company’s in-house counsel. After five years at the salon, she accepted an offer to buy it rather than open her own law practice. In …

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What Would You Like to See Here?

Five Guys Burgers and Fries moved out. What would you like to see move in?

Five Guys Burgers and Fries moved out of this location near the lake in the Town and Country Crossing shopping center. Five Guys Burgers and Fries closed on Feb. 23. after reportedly being open in the shopping cener since November 2008. (Read Previous Story: Five Guys Closes in Town and Country) Now, Patch wants to know what readers would like to see move into the vacant building. Another restaurant? Or maybe you have a better idea! Tell us what you think by posting a comment below - simply click on the "comment" button. Thanks for sharing!

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New Town and Country Salon Holds Grand Opening

Check out the photos from Ginger Bay Salon and Spa grand opening. The salon recently opened in Town and Country Crossing.

As previously reported by Town and Country - Manchester Patch, Ginger Bay Salon and Spa is a locally owned, full-service salon that’s been in operation since 1991 with its original location in Kirkwood. The Town and Country Crossing location is the second location for owner, attorney Laura Ortmann. Ortmann purchased the Kirkwood location in 2008 and just opened the West County location. If you missed the grand opening, check out the photos from it on Ginger Bay Salon and Spa's Facebook page.

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