Boscov’s arrives in West Virginia

Posted on September 28, 2023 | by Joe Bell

NEWS ADVISORY:

September 28, 2023

Contacts:

Joe Bell Melissa Antrim

Director of Corporate Communications Executive Assistant to Jim Boscov,

Cafaro Company Chairman & CEO

jbell@cafarocompany.com mantrim@boscovs.com

330-747-2661 ext. 771 610-370-3940

724-730-4532 (Mobile)

Boscov’s Grand Opening Celebration at Meadowbrook Mall

To celebrate its 50^th store, and first location in West Virginia, Boscov’s will host a Three-Day Grand Opening Celebration full of unbelievable Grand Opening specials, entertainment, over $30,000 worth of register to win prizes, a fireworks celebration, free gifts and much more! “We’ve created an unforgettable Grand Opening Celebration for the communities of North Central West Virginia”, said Jim Boscov, Chairman and CEO of Boscov’s. “You can expect exciting retailing that combines fun, fashion, community support, entertainment and service with jaw dropping pricing on a tremendous assortment of products throughout the store.”

The Boscov’s Three-Day Grand Opening Celebration will occur on:

Thursday, October 5, 2023: Charity Day – Shop for a Cause
- Make a $5 donation to your favorite participating non-profit and you’ll be the first to see the new Boscov’s, shop all the Grand Opening specials and receive a Free Umbrella ($19.99 value)!
- Register to win 1 of 20 $250 Boscov’s Gift Cards reserved exclusively for Charity Day customers.
- Be one of the first 1,000 Candy Department customers and enjoy a free Godiva Chocolate Bar
- FREE music, entertainment and activities for the entire family.

Friday, October 6, 2023: Family Day – Something for Everyone
- Boscov’s is officially open to the public! Be one of the first to shop all of our Grand Opening specials.
- Enjoy a day filled with fabulous FREE entertainment for the entire family, with music and activities for kids, including balloon artistry, face painting and a caricature artist.

Saturday, October 7, 2023: Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony and Fireworks
- At 9:30 am, come watch a parade of cars, local dignitaries and the 85-member Bridgeport High School marching band kick-off our ribbon-cutting ceremony. Brad Riffee, President of Harrison and Doddridge United Way, and United Way member agencies will snip a special ribbon made of $100 bills for their organizations plus a $1,000 bill for the United Way, symbolizing Boscov’s ongoing commitment to local charities.
- Visit the Candy department and receive a FREE Asher’s chocolate covered pretzel in celebration of National Chocolate Covered Pretzel Day, while supplies last.
- Throughout the day, discover the best brands and selection at incredible prices while enjoying FREE staged performances by Elvis Aaron Presley Jr. and Jason Lindsey, aka “Mr. Science”.
- At 9:00 pm, enjoy a spectacular Grand Opening Fireworks display at the mall. Tune into 97.9 WKKW, 102 WVAQ or Sky 106.5 to hear synchronized music to the firework show. Park anywhere at the mall complex for a great view.

On Saturday, October 14^th, enjoy the unique opportunity to meet and hear from Clarksburg’s own Chris and Donnie Davisson, lead guitarist and vocalist for the Davisson Brothers band. Additional entertainment events will continue as outlined on the attached a schedule of events.

Based in Reading, PA, Boscov’s operates 49 stores in Pennsylvania, New York, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Ohio. It is the nation’s largest family owned department store chain. Boscov’s is now celebrating its 109th year as a full-line, full-service department store and is known as much for making shopping fun as it is for offering the best brands at the best prices with incredible service. Boscov’s offers many customer-friendly services, such as a year-round military discount, a gift registry for every occasion, a hassle free return policy and free curbside pickup (beginning 10/22 at the new Boscov’s Bridgeport, WV location after the conclusion of Grand Opening festivities). To learn more, visit www.boscovs.com

The Meadowbrook Mall Complex is located on Interstate 79, Exit 121, in Bridgeport, West Virginia. It has been serving the people of north-central West Virginia since 1982. To learn more, visit www.meadowbrookmall.com . Meadowbrook Mall is owned and managed in association with Cafaro-affiliated companies, based in Niles, Ohio. One of the nation’s largest privately held shopping center developers, the Cafaro organization has developed more than 30 million square feet of commercial real estate in 14 states. For more information on the Cafaro organization, log onto www.cafarocompany.com.

MINISO: Bringing the Fun

Posted on August 31, 2023 | by Joe Bell

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

August 29, 2023

Contacts:

Joe Bell Anna Weaver

Director of Corporate Communications Marketing Director

Cafaro Company Spotsylvania Towne Centre

jbell@cafarocompany.com marketingdirector@spotsylvaniatownecentre.com

330-743-7688 540-786-6660 x102

724-730-4532 (Mobile)

MINISO: Bringing the Fun

“Life is for Fun.” That’s the slogan of a new retailer coming soon to Spotsylvania Towne Center. It’s also the best way to describe the products offered by MINISO. This rapidly growing retailer will bring its broad selection of housewares and collectibles to a 3,200 square foot space near the children’s play area. The store is scheduled to open in November, in time for the holiday season.

MINISO (pronounced MINI-so) offers lifestyle products such as kitchenware, travel bags, health & beauty products, fashion accessories, small electronics, packaged food items, home storage, bathroom supplies and plush toys. The design flavor is distinctly Asian. MINISO also features brands such as Sanrio, Disney’s Mickey and Friends, Disney/Pixar’s Toy Story, CN Network’s We Bare Bears and Minions.

MINISO Group is a global lifestyle retailer offering a variety of design-led lifestyle products. Aesthetically pleasing design, quality and affordability are at the core of every product in MINISO’s wide product portfolio, and the company continually and frequently rolls out products with these qualities. Since the opening of its first store in China in 2013, the company has built its flagship brand “MINISO” as a globally recognized retail brand and established a network of over 5,500 stores worldwide.

Spotsylvania Towne Centre has been serving the people of northern Virginia since 1980. It is located at the junction of Interstate 95 and Route 3, near Fredericksburg. The 1.7 million square foot complex offers more than 120 department stores, specialty shops, restaurants, hotels and entertainment venues. A new luxury residential community, Attain at Towne Centre, is scheduled to welcome it’s first residents in 2024. For more information, log onto www.spotsylvaniatownecentre.com. Spotsylvania Towne Centre is owned and managed as part of the Cafaro family of companies, based in Niles, Ohio. One of the nation’s largest privately held shopping center developers, the Cafaro organization has developed and managed more than 30 million square feet of commercial real estate in 14 states. For more information, visit online at www.cafarocompany.com.

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Even More New Businesses Set to Open at South Hill Mall

Posted on August 22, 2023 | by Joe Bell

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

August 22, 2023

Contacts:

Joe Bell Craig Wright

Director of Corporate Communications Marketing Director

Cafaro Company South Hill Mall

jbell@cafarocompany.com marketingdirector@southhillmall.com

330-743-7688 253-840-2828

724-730-4532 (Mobile)

Even More New Businesses Set to Open at South Hill Mall

The list of fresh, new offerings continues to grow at South Hill Mall in Puyallup, Washington. Five new businesses have either opened or announced their impending opening. They are House of Kicks, The Sugar Case, Sports Stuff Hub, Unique Bakery & Coffee and Royal Pizza Point.

House of Kicks is a reseller of collectible-quality athletic shoes and will also offer a selection of casual apparel. It will be located in a 2,800 square foot space between Dlux Barber Shop and Airsoft Challenge. It is scheduled to open on October 1.

The Sugar Case will be located in a 1,300 square foot space near Target. It features a “delicious” line of cosmetics, wax melts and bath & body products that might remind you of candy. Made in the USA, all the products are paraben and cruelty free. It will welcome its first customers on September 1.

Sports Stuff Hub will be a go-to stop for fans of sports trading cards and memorabilia. Along with a huge selection of collectibles, the shop will feature specialty toys. It is scheduled to welcome its first customers in a Grand Opening weekend, August 26-27.

Over in the Food Court, hungry shoppers will enjoy a couple appetizing new offerings. Royal Point Pizza is now elevating flavor to a new level, with inventive dishes such as Indian-style pizza. It also serves up a tasty selection of pasta and salads. Unique Bakery & Coffee opens this month, with a delectable array of freshly baked pastry and, of course, great coffee.

These new businesses are part of an expanding lineup announced just a couple months ago, including Fan Zone by Hat Stop, Tea Story, General Nutrition Center, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Salud! Bar & Grill, Goldfish Swim School and New Level 360.

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 30 million square feet of retail space in 14 states. To learn more, visit the websites: www.southhillmall.com and www.cafarocompany.com.

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