Two Imlay City businesses closing

Ace Hardware coming to Belle Valley Center

IMLAY CITY — Two Imlay City businesses have announced they will be closing their doors in the coming weeks.

Officials with Jump City addressed their closing in a social media post, as did Indigo Lavender Farms on Van Dyke Rd., owned by the Dennis family.

Jump City business owners are being forced to consider other locations, due to the July 9 announcement that  Ace Hardware is securing 14,600 square feet of business space in the shopping plaza.

 In their message regarding the closing of the popular kids attraction, Jump City wrote, “It is with incredibly heavy hearts that we share some difficult news. We have officially been notified by our building’s landlord that a big box chain store will be taking over our current location, which means Jump City will be closing its doors.”

The Jump City notice went on to say, “While we have been in limbo for the past several months over this, hoping for a different outcome, we have now received final confirmation. We are actively searching for a new location, but at this time we have not yet secured one.”

According to the business owners, their final days of business will be August 1–2.

“We would love the opportunity to see as many of you as possible before we close. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you to every family who has walked through our doors. Thank you for choosing us for birthday parties, play dates, school breaks, rainy afternoons, and countless special celebrations. It has truly been an honor to watch your children laugh, play, grow, and create memories here.”

Jump City has always been about more than just an indoor playground. It has been about bringing families together and creating a place where kids could simply be kids.

“Being a small part of so many birthdays, milestones and happy memories has meant more to us than words can express,” the owners said.

They added, “Although this chapter is coming to an end, we sincerely hope it isn’t the end of Jump City. We are committed to finding a new home and will share updates as soon as we have them. Until then, we hope you’ll come visit us one last time during our final weekend.

Thank you for your support, your kindness, and for making Jump City such a special place. We hope this is simply ‘see you later’ rather than goodbye.”

Meanwhile, the Dennis family announced their final day of business will be August 15, having decided to retire from the highly popular and successful business.

“After much thought, many conversations, and a whole lot of gratitude, we’ve made the bittersweet decision to retire and close the farm,” they announced on social media. 

The notice went on to add, “This farm has been so much more than a business—it has been a place where friendships were made, families created traditions, couples began their lives together, children experienced the joy of the farm, and our community gathered to celebrate life’s special moments. We have been incredibly blessed to be part of so many memories, and for that, we are forever grateful.”

The family is truly appreciative of all of their customers who have become like family.

“To every customer who shopped with us, every family who visited, every couple who chose us for their wedding, every vendor who shared their talents, and every person who supported our dream over the years...thank you. You have filled our hearts in ways we could never fully express.”

They added, “While saying goodbye is never easy, we are also excited for this next chapter of life. Retirement brings new adventures, more time with family, and the opportunity to reflect on a journey that has exceeded every dream we had when we first opened our gates.”

Over the coming weeks, they intend to continue to welcome visitors to the farm, sharing memories, and celebrating this incredible chapter together.

“We hope you’ll stop by before August 15 to say hello, reminisce and help us close this season with hearts full of gratitude.”

For those who had planned weddings or events with the business, they wrote, “please know that nothing is changing. Every scheduled event remains a top priority, and we are fully committed to making your special day everything you’ve envisioned. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for allowing us to be part of your lives.”

While this may be the end of the farm, the memories, friendships and community that was  built together will stay  forever.

The area will miss the two businesses and wish them well in the future.