Tag: Grand Opening

Grand Openings: Pandora and MINISO

Posted on | by Joe Bell

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

April 14, 2026

 

 

Contacts:

 

Joe Bell                                                                                                 Leila Stoutenburg

Director of Corporate Communications                                     Marketing Director

Cafaro Company                                                                               South Hill Mall

jbell@cafarocompany.com                                                                        marketingdirector@southhillmall.com

330-743-7688                                                                             253-840-2828  ext. 102

724-730-4532 (Mobile)

 

A Weekend of New Beginnings

 

Two popular retailers will be welcoming their first customers this week at South Hill Mall in Puyallup, Washington.  Both of them are located near the Dick’s Sporting Goods Court.  On Friday, April 17, Pandora will celebrate its grand opening.   The 1,000 square foot jewelry store will be located across from Bath & Body Works.  Customers who visit the store April 17-26 will get $25 off any purchase of $145 or more.  Pandora is a world-renowned Danish jewelry brand founded in 1982, specializing in high-quality, hand-finished, and contemporary pieces at accessible price points. Known for its customizable charm bracelets, rings, necklaces, and earrings, Pandora creates, markets, and designs jewelry using responsibly sourced materials like sterling silver, 14k/18k gold, and lab-grown diamonds.

The following day, April 18, MINISO will open just around the corner, in a 4,800 space next to GameStop.  A formal ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place at 11 AM.  The first 50 customers through the door will receive 20% off their entire purchase.  Throughout the weekend, all customers will enjoy a 10% discount off regular prices.

MINISO is a global lifestyle retailer offering a curated selection of toys, plushies, collectibles, stationery, beauty essentials, home goods, fragrances, electronics, and snacks. It is known for its immersive store experiences and creative collaborations with beloved franchises such as Sanrio, Disney, Minions, Harry Potter, Chiikawa, Care Bears, Peanuts, Barbie, We Bare Bears, and Pixar.

South Hill Mall, located at Highway 512 and South Meridian Street in Puyallup, Washington, has been serving the people of the South Sound area since 1988. South Hill Mall is owned and managed in association with the Cafaro family of companies, based in Niles, Ohio.  Cafaro, one of the nation’s largest privately held shopping center developers, has developed more than 50 million square feet of retail space in 14 states.  Learn more at www.cafarocompany.com.

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Macy’s Backstage Styles a Grand Opening at Eastwood

Posted on | by Joe Bell

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

 

March 5, 2026

 

 

 

Contacts:

 

 

Johnny Chechitelli                                                                         Bri Ventimiglia

Regional Dir. of Marketing & Communications                             Marketing Director

Eastwood Mall Complex                                                               Eastwood Mall Complex

jchechitelli@cafarocompany.com                                                       marketingdirector@eastwoodmall.com

330-747-2661 ext. 261                                                               330-652-6980 ext. 102

 

 

Pulling Back the Curtain: Macy’s Backstage Styles a Grand Opening Event at Eastwood Mall

 

After building local buzz during its soft launch, the wait for the main event is over. Macy’s is officially celebrating the arrival of its high-fashion, off-price concept with the Macy’s Backstage Grand Opening Event at Eastwood Mall on Saturday, March 14, from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

This community-wide celebration promises a high-energy afternoon, filled with more than just incredible deals. The event features a curated lineup of local favorites and family-friendly entertainment including:

  • Local Flavors: Sweet treats from One Hot Cookie and savory delights from The Amish Country Market East.
  • Vibrant Atmosphere: A live DJ spinning the latest hits and professional face painting for the kids.
  • Exclusive Giveaways: Guests will have the chance to score Macy’s Backstage branded swag, including 100 limited-edition reusable totes, as well as store gift cards throughout the event.

“We invite everyone to check out the all-new Macy’s Backstage, now open,” says Denise Sertich, Store Director of Macy’s Eastwood Mall. “Macy’s Backstage is a whole new shopping experience to discover inside your Macy’s store. You will find fresh new styles at huge off-price discounts, like summer dresses, sandals, home décor, men’s & kids’ head-to-toe looks and so much more! We are very excited to offer this to our community.”

Macy’s Backstage brings a consistently rotating selection of designer finds and everyday essentials to Eastwood Mall, all at great prices, ensuring that no two visits are ever the same. For more information about the Grand Opening event or to preview the latest arrivals, visit Macy’s at Eastwood Mall.

The Eastwood Mall Complex is located at 5555 Youngstown-Warren Road, in Niles, Ohio. It is one of America’s largest shopping centers, with over 200 department stores, specialty shops, restaurants, hotels and entertainment options.  The Eastwood Mall Complex is owned and managed in association with Cafaro-affiliated companies, based in Niles, Ohio. For more information, visit online at: www.eastwoodmall.com and www.cafarocompany.com.

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Dual Celebration at Governor’s Square Mall

Posted on | by Joe Bell

 

Governor’s Square Mall Grand Reopening & Veteran’s Day Celebration Draws Hundreds in Clarksville

 

ByMark Haynes

Tuesday, November 12, 2024

 

Governor’s Square Mall Grand Reopening Ribbon Cutting. (Mark Haynes, Clarksville Online)

Clarksville, TN – Governor’s Square Mall in Clarksville marked a special dual celebration on Saturday, November 9th, 2024, with hundreds of locals turning out to commemorate the mall’s grand reopening alongside a vibrant Veterans Day celebration.

From 11:00am to 2:00pm, the mall buzzed with energy as visitors enjoyed festivities, free treats, and a first look at the mall’s impressive new renovations.

Kicking off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, the event was briefly graced with a light rain sprinkle, adding charm to the grand reopening. After the ribbon was cut, attendees moved inside to discover a lively array of activities, from photo booths and celebrity look-alikes to an array of entertainment options spread across the newly revamped space.

“We’re excited about today. This is the kickoff of a grand reopening of Governors Square Mall here in Clarksville. We’re doing a celebration to kick off the holiday season as well as to celebrate Veterans Day,” said Anthony Cafaro Jr., Cafaro Company Co-President. “Everything you see inside and outside the mall is new. We’ve transformed the mall from the floors to the ceiling. We think that people are going to enjoy the fresh, modern environment.”

“I want to say thank you to the Cafaro Company for their investment in our community. We want to say thank you to Governor Square Mall for being a member investor in the Clarksville Chamber. We have a saying in the chamber that we’re stronger together. Thank you for helping us be strong, and thank you to the community,” said Brian Zacharias, Clarksville City Council.

The mall’s recent renovations brought a fresh look, including sleek new lighting, updated flooring, and state-of-the-art equipment. Mall-goers were also excited to learn about new attractions on the horizon: the much-anticipated Dave & Buster’s will open on November 25th, and a brand-new Phoenix Theaters complex is set to debut in May 2025, promising a first-rate entertainment experience for Clarksville residents.

“I think this is absolutely great. It’s just another indication of how well Clarksville-Montgomery County is doing. The growth in our businesses and the revitalization of the Governor Square Mall is just a plus,” Mike Rainey, Clarksville-Area Chamber of Commerce Chair, stated.

“You gotta see it to believe it. But this is really something that’s a major reinvestment in the community,” Jordan G. Hohman, Vice President of Project Development for Phoenix Theatres, commented. “We have a big project ahead of us that people are going to enjoy. I think what it does is bring the movie theater to the kind of standard that you expect looking at the rest of this mall. It really brings it into a modern era.”

Food vendors inside the mall’s main entrance joined in the festivities by handing out free samples that delighted attendees. Favorites included fresh cookies from Great American Cookies, savory pretzel bites from Auntie Anne’s, and flavorful chicken gyros from Same’s Greek Cafe. Other vendors like Chopsticks Japan, Subway, China Wok, Gini’s Java, and Cinnabon kept the crowd energized with offerings from egg rolls to turkey wraps, ensuring there was something for everyone.

“I’ve been here since 1989, and this is the biggest and best get-together I’ve seen here in the City of Clarksville. Thank you all,” commented Robert Swearingen.

“The renovated new look just brings a new vibe to the mall. It is just another recommitment to the community that we wanted to celebrate with everybody. We are super excited that there are other deals in the works. There are a lot more bigger businesses and better things looking to move towards Governor’s Square Mall,” Governor’s Square Mall Marketing Director Thomas Locke stated.

Shoppers and veterans alike expressed excitement over the revitalized mall and the day’s festivities. Governor’s Square Mall’s grand reopening was more than a celebration of a transformed shopping destination; it was a community event, bringing people together in appreciation of local veterans and in anticipation of a new era for one of Clarksville’s cherished gathering places.