La Palmera Fall Festival – Family Fun with Community in Mind

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CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (October 15, 2014) – Mark your calendars now for La Palmera’s Fall Festival, Saturday, October 25, from 2-6 p.m. It will be a day of fun and entertainment for the whole family, and a great way to learn about, and get involved with, the work of local charities in honor of national Make a Difference Day.

The fun kicks off at 2 p.m. with a pumpkin patch photo set on the front lawn, arts and crafts, face painting, pumpkin decoration and live entertainment, including popular local act, Chicas Rock, as well as a special Halloween themed fashion show presented by Aveda Institute of Corpus Christi in Center Court. There will also be costume contest for kids 10 and under, and one for pets as well in Center Court, with special prizes awarded. Contest registration begins at 2 p.m.

Several Coastal Bend charitable organizations will take part in the event in recognition of Make a Difference Day, designated as the largest national day of community service, spotlighting the good work of so many organizations across the country. Fall Festival participants include the American Red Cross, The Children’s Advocacy Center of the Coastal Bend, Big Brothers and Big Sisters, For the Love of Strays, and CASA of the Coastal Bend. Volunteers from each group will be on hand to assist with the various events and to inform the public about the organization. Donations are welcomed.

“We are looking forward to our first-ever Fall Festival,” said Fred Walters, general manager of La Palmera and The Shops at La Palmera. “It’s a way to pull the community together and will be a day filled with fun activities for families to enjoy.

“Just as the national Make a Difference Day celebrates serving local communities, we’re hopeful our event will generate awareness for many local organizations that do great work in the Coastal Bend. Guests will learn how they can get involved, and there may even be opportunities for some of those organizations to provide services to our guests. Through our own Make a Difference program, sponsoring various events and organizations, and hosting fundraisers and special events over the years, we have worked to raise, and assisted others in raising, more than $6 million for Coastal Bend charities. We will continue those efforts and encourage others to make a difference in our community as well.”

Local entertainers interested in performing at this year’s Fall Festival should contact La Palmera at (361) 991-3755.

For more information on La Palmera or Fall Festival, go online to www.lapalmera.com or call (361) 991-3755.

Fall Festival Schedule of Events:

Center Court

2-2:30 p.m. – Pet Costume Contest Registration

3 p.m. – Pet Costume Contest

2-3:30 p.m. – Kid’s Costume Contest Registration (must be 10 or under)

4 p.m. – Kid’s Costume Contest

5 p.m. – Halloween Fashion Show, presented by Aveda Institute of Corpus Christi

Food Court

2-6 p.m. – Community Entertainment Stage

(Those interested in performing should call (361) 991-3755 for more information.)

Lawn 1 (Front of La Palmera)

2-6 p.m. – Pumpkin Patch

Face Painting, Pumpkin Decoration, Arts and Crafts activities

ABOUT LA PALMERA

Located in Corpus Christi, Texas, La Palmera is a 1-million square foot super-regional mall with more than 100 retail and restaurant tenants including Dillard’s, J.C. Penney, Macy’s, P.F. Chang’s and Coach. Acquired in July 2008 by IMI and Trademark Property, La Palmera is the first mall to be awarded LEED® Silver for Core and Shell 2.0 established by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). The mall features a 600-seat food court with a 4,500-gallon feature aquarium and a children’s ocean-themed play area. For more information on La Palmera, go to www.lapalmera.com; or call (361) 991-3755.

Chipotle Grand Opening at The Shops at La Palmera

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Today’s Vision announces first Corpus Christi location

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (October 7, 2014) – Chipotle Mexican Grill is preparing to open at The Shops at La Palmera.

Located in a new building near Dick’s Sporting Goods, Chipotle will open the new 2,100-square-foot store Thursday, October 9, at 11 a.m.

This is the first Corpus Christi location for Chipotle, known for its made-to-order burritos, bowls, tacos, and salads. The company is also dedicated to “Food with Integrity,” supporting and sustaining family farmers who respect the land and the animals in their care, and serving the very best sustainably raised food including the use of locally grown organic produce whenever possible. Hours for the new Chipotle will be 11 a.m.-7 p.m., seven days a week.

“Chipotle is a great addition to The Shops at La Palmera,” said Fred Walters, general manager of La Palmera and The Shops at La Palmera. “The La Palmera Shopping District continues to attract top retail and restaurants making it the top shopping district in Corpus Christi. As the renovation work begins to wind down over the next couple of months, we will continue to see the addition of new tenants.”

Shoppers will soon have another eye care option with the addition of Today’s Vision (2,069 sf). Scheduled to open this fall at The Shops at La Palmera, Today’s Vision staff of eye doctors are trained to diagnose and/or treat dry eye, allergies, infections, glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, among other eye diseases as well as co-manage LASIK surgery, and provide diagnostic testing.

Construction also will soon begin on The Beef Jerky Outlet (1,500 sf) and Dickey’s Barbecue Pit (2,500 sf).

For more information on The Shops at La Palmera, go online to www.lapalmera.com, visit us on Facebook, or call (361) 991-3755.

ABOUT THE SHOPS AT LA PALMERA

The Shops at La Palmera is a 200,000-square-foot outdoor center located in Corpus Christi, Texas. Currently undergoing redevelopment, The Shops at La Palmera will feature approximately 26 retail and dining options, including Dick’s Sporting Goods and Corner Bakery Café, as well as T.J. Maxx, HomeGoods, Jared The Galleria of Jewelry, and DSW. Purchased in April 2012 by Trademark Property Company and joint venture partner Institutional Mall Investors LLC (IMI), the center is located directly across from Trademark’s La Palmera mall. For more information, go to www.theshopsatlapalmera.com.

Community Programs Getting a Hand from La Palmera

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Summer activities are fun, but also serve a purpose

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (July 23, 2014) – Sand sculptures, a giant shark and a playhouse. It’s all for fun, but it’s fun with a purpose as La Palmera continues supporting community programs in the Coastal Bend through its Make a Difference program.

The first effort this summer came in the form of a photo op with a giant sand sculpture in Center Court. Shoppers lined up July 3-13 to have their photo taken with the unique sand art, designed for La Palmera by local sand sculptor Chip Cooper, with a portion of the photo proceeds going to the Surfrider Foundation (www.coastalbend.surfrider.org) to help with local beach clean-up efforts. Done in conjunction with Hurricane Alley, La Palmera will present a $500 check to Surfriders on Friday, July 25 at 10 a.m.

“This donation will go toward our continued work to keep the Coastal Bend beaches and Gulf waters clean and open to the public,” said Neil McQueen, vice chair of the Coastal Bend Chapter, Surfrider Foundation. “This type of donation assists us in fulfilling the Surfrider Foundation’s international mission providing ‘protection and enjoyment of oceans, waves and beaches through a powerful activist network.’”

La Palmera will provide another philanthropic photo op in conjunction with Texas State Aquarium August 8-17 themed to the popular “Shark Week.” Guests can once again head to Center Court to have their photo taken with a large replica shark with a portion of photo proceeds going to benefit Coastal Bend Bays Foundation (www.baysfoundation.org) to assist with local conservation efforts.

Shoppers will also have the chance to win a playhouse-sized home, complete with a railed front porch designed by Braselton Homes. Located in Center Court, the unique “Forever Kids Braselton CASA” playhouse is being raffled off with all proceeds from ticket sales going to benefit CASA of the Coastal Bend. Tickets may be purchased now through noon on August 14 at La Palmera Concierge for $5 each, or two for $8. Guests can also make CASA donations on site at the playhouse. Details are available at www.coastalbendcasa.wordpress.com or by calling (361) 884-2272.

“Since 2008 when the mall became La Palmera, we have pursued a variety of opportunities to work with the Coastal Bend community,” said Fred Walters, general manager of La Palmera and The Shops at La Palmera. “Through our Make a Difference program, we have sponsored events and organizations, hosted fundraisers and blood drives, and acted as a venue for a number of non-profit and educational events. Since 2011, we have raised, and assisted others in raising, more than $6 million through various efforts at La Palmera.”

Each year the mall sets up “Pet Night” photo opportunities with Santa Claus and the Easter Bunny with a portion of the proceeds going to organizations helping animals. The mall also has an ongoing “Change for Charity” program, collecting change from the Center Court fountain and presenting the proceeds to local community groups. La Palmera also maintains ongoing relationships with organizations such as The Coastal Compass Education & Career Resource Center, providing space for the not-for-profit organization designed to help Coastal Bend residents “discover their direction” while preparing for college or the workforce, and providing services to improve quality of life. Since 2010, the Corpus Christi Police Department has utilized office space at the mall for a satellite office

For more information on La Palmera, go to lapalmera.com, visit Concierge, or call (361) 991-3755.

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ABOUT LA PALMERA

Located in Corpus Christi, Texas, La Palmera is a 1-million square foot super-regional mall with more than 100 retail and restaurant tenants including Dillard’s, J.C. Penney, Macy’s, P.F. Chang’s and Coach. Acquired in July 2008 by IMI and Trademark Property, La Palmera is the first mall to be awarded LEED® Silver for Core and Shell 2.0 established by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). The mall features a 600-seat food court with a 4,500-gallon feature aquarium and a children’s ocean-themed play area. For more information on La Palmera, go to www.lapalmera.com; or call (361) 991-3755.

New Tenants on the Way to La Palmera Shopping District

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Chipotle Mexican Grill and The Beef Jerky Outlet to open at The Shops at La Palmera;

Sun Optics signs on at La Palmera

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (July 10, 2014) – The La Palmera Shopping District continues to attract top retail and restaurants as Chipotle Mexican Grill and The Beef Jerky Outlet officially announced locations at The Shops at La Palmera, while Sun Optics announced plans to open at La Palmera. It is the first Corpus Christi location for each.

Construction is underway on the 2,100-square-foot Chipotle, which is located in a new building near Dick’s Sporting Goods. Known for its made-to-order burritos, bowls, tacos, and salads, the company is also dedicated to “Food with Integrity,” supporting and sustaining family farmers who respect the land and the animals in their care, and serving the very best sustainably raised food including the use of locally grown organic produce whenever possible. Chipotle is scheduled to open this fall.

The Beef Jerky Outlet will feature a variety of flavors to choose from, including Cherry Maple Turkey, Honey BBQ Beef as well the company’s famous Bootlegger Series beef jerky flavors. Located near Chipotle, the new 1,500-square-foot Beef Jerky Outlet is scheduled to open later this year.

Also located in the new building at The Shops at La Palmera is Gossip Nails (2,263 sf), which opened June 28, Great Clips (1,241 sf), which is on schedule to open mid-July, and Subway (1,500 sf) opening in August, with construction beginning soon on Dickey’s Barbecue Pit (2,500 sf). Located across the parking area in the same building as Corner Bakery is Dress Barn (7,524 sf) scheduled to open in September.

At La Palmera, Sun Optics, an innovative sunglass store known for its assortment of high performance and fashion eyewear, will soon open its new 987-square-foot store located adjacent to Dallas Cowboys Pro Shop on the mall’s upper level.

“The La Palmera Shopping District is the most desirable location for new retail and dining in Corpus Christi,” said Fred Walters, general manager of La Palmera and The Shops at La Palmera. “The success of La Palmera combined with the new opportunities at The Shops at La Palmera will continue to attract national retailers looking to gain a foothold in the Coastal Bend.”

For more information on La Palmera or The Shops at La Palmera, go online to www.lapalmera.com or www.theshopsatlapalmera.com, visit us on Facebook, or call (361) 991-3755.

ABOUT LA PALMERA

Located in Corpus Christi, Texas, La Palmera is a 1-million square foot super-regional mall with more than 100 retail and restaurant tenants including Dillard’s, J.C. Penney, Macy’s, P.F. Chang’s and Coach. Acquired in July 2008 by IMI and Trademark Property, La Palmera is the first mall to be awarded LEED® Silver for Core and Shell 2.0 established by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). The mall features a 600-seat food court with a 4,500-gallon feature aquarium and a children’s ocean-themed play area. For more information on La Palmera, go to www.lapalmera.com; or call (361) 991-3755.

ABOUT THE SHOPS AT LA PALMERA

The Shops at La Palmera is a 200,000-square-foot outdoor center located in Corpus Christi, Texas. Currently undergoing redevelopment, The Shops at La Palmera will feature approximately 26 retail and dining options, including Dick’s Sporting Goods and Corner Bakery Café, as well as T.J. Maxx, HomeGoods, Jared The Galleria of Jewelry, and DSW. Purchased in April 2012 by Trademark Property Company and joint venture partner Institutional Mall Investors LLC (IMI), the center is located directly across from Trademark’s La Palmera mall. For more information, go to www.theshopsatlapalmera.com.

Construction Underway on Five New Tenants at The Shops at La Palmera

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List includes Dickey’s Barbecue Pit and Dress Barn; Destination XL grand opening tomorrow

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (April 28, 2014) – The Shops at La Palmera continues to take shape with construction now underway on five new retail and restaurant locations.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, (2,500 sf), Gossip Nails (2,263 sf), Great Clips (1,241 sf) and Subway (1,500 sf) will be located in a new building near Dick’s Sporting Goods, with Dress Barn (7,254 sf) located near Corner Bakery. All are slated to open this year.

Other additions at The Shops at La Palmera include Destination XL, the largest specialty retailer of big and tall men’s apparel, opening Tuesday, April 29.

The new 7,000-square-foot DXL superstore offers one of the most extensive assortments of men’s big and tall clothing, shoes and accessories available anywhere, including everything from value-priced private labels to high-end designer names. This is the first Coastal Bend location for Destination XL.

Changes also continue at La Palmera with the opening of Hang 10, specializing in a variety of frozen yogurts and toppings, as well as coffee drinks. Located between Claire’s and Things Remembered on the mall’s upper level, this is the first Corpus Christi location for Hang 10.

Express also opened in its new location at La Palmera on Friday, April 25. The popular women’s clothing retailer moved into a new 6,325-square-foot space located between New York & Company and Aldo.

“The La Palmera shopping district continues to thrive, “said Fred Walters, general manager of La Palmera and The Shops at La Palmera. “Both La Palmera and The Shops at La Palmera continue to attract new shopping and dining options, and I expect we will be making additional announcements very soon.”

For more information on La Palmera or The Shops at La Palmera, go online to www.lapalmera.com or www.theshopsatlapalmera.com, visit us on Facebook, or call (361) 991-3755.

ABOUT DESTINATION XL GROUP, INC.

Destination XL Group, Inc. is the largest multi-channel specialty retailer of big & tall men’s apparel with operations throughout the United States, Canada and in London, England. The retailer operates under six brands: Destination XL®, Casual Male XL, Rochester Clothing, B&T Factory Direct, ShoesXL and LivingXL. Several catalogs and e-commerce sites, including www.destinationxl.com, make up the Company’s direct-to-consumer business. With more than 2,000 private label and name brand styles to choose from, customers are provided with a unique blend of wardrobe solutions not available at traditional retailers. The Company is headquartered in Canton, Massachusetts. For more information, please visit the Company’s investor relations website: http://investor.destinationxl.com.

ABOUT LA PALMERA

Located in Corpus Christi, Texas, La Palmera is a 1-million square foot super-regional mall with more than 100 retail and restaurant tenants including Dillard’s, J.C. Penney, Macy’s, P.F. Chang’s and Coach. Acquired in July 2008 by IMI and Trademark Property, La Palmera is the first mall to be awarded LEED® Silver for Core and Shell 2.0 established by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). The mall features a 600-seat food court with a 4,500-gallon feature aquarium and a children’s ocean-themed play area. For more information on La Palmera, go to www.lapalmera.com; or call (361) 991-3755.

ABOUT THE SHOPS AT LA PALMERA

The Shops at La Palmera is a 200,000-square-foot outdoor center located in Corpus Christi, Texas. Currently undergoing redevelopment, The Shops at La Palmera will feature approximately 26 retail and dining options, including Dick’s Sporting Goods and Corner Bakery Café, as well as T.J. Maxx, HomeGoods, Jared The Galleria of Jewelry, and DSW. Purchased in April 2012 by Trademark Property Company and joint venture partner Institutional Mall Investors LLC (IMI), the center is located directly across from Trademark’s La Palmera mall. For more information, go to www.theshopsatlapalmera.com.

DSW Grand Opening at The Shops at La Palmera

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Variety of retail and dining create top shopping district in Corpus Christi

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (March 26, 2014) – DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse, a leading branded footwear and accessories retailer will open tomorrow at The Shops at La Palmera.

There will be a 9:30 a.m. ribbon cutting for the new 18,000-square-foot store hosted by the Corpus Christi Chamber of Commerce. The store will open to the public at 10 a.m. with prizes and giveaways throughout the day.

“We are extremely pleased to bring DSW to The Shops at La Palmera,” said Fred Walters, general manager of La Palmera and The Shops at La Palmera. “With one-million square feet of retail and dining at La Palmera, and 200,000 square feet available at The Shops at La Palmera just across from the mall, we have created the top shopping district in Corpus Christi. Between the two sister properties, we already have more than 130 retailers and restaurants all located within 80 acres, with more on the way.”

This is the first Corpus Christi location for DSW Inc., a popular destination for savvy shoe lovers offering a wide selection of brand name and designer dress, casual and athletic footwear and accessories for women, men and kids. DSW Inc. operates 376 stores in 42 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico.

For more information on The Shops at La Palmera, go online to www.theshopsatlapalmera.com, visit us on Facebook, or call (361) 991-3755.

ABOUT THE SHOPS AT LA PALMERA

The Shops at La Palmera is a 200,000-square-foot outdoor center located in Corpus Christi, Texas. Currently undergoing redevelopment, The Shops at La Palmera will feature approximately 26 retail and dining options, including Dick’s Sporting Goods and Corner Bakery Café, as well as T.J. Maxx, HomeGoods, Jared The Galleria of Jewelry, and DSW. Purchased in April 2012 by Trademark Property Company and joint venture partner Institutional Mall Investors LLC (IMI), the center is located directly across from Trademark’s La Palmera mall. For more information, go to www.theshopsatlapalmera.com.

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at La Palmera

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Special event planned for March 4 arrival

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (February 26, 2014) – The Easter Bunny is heading to Corpus Christi, arriving at La Palmera on Tuesday, March 4, with a special breakfast celebration 10 a.m.-noon.

The event will be part of the monthly Tide Turners Kids Club held on the upper level near the children’s play area, with the Easter Bunny arriving at 10:30 a.m. for breakfast with the children, provided by Chick-fil-A. The Easter Bunny will move to his Center Court location following the event.

Activities include a magic show, story time with Mother Goose, face painting, balloon artists, cookie decorating, provided by Great American Cookies, and arts and crafts provided by the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Center of Corpus Christi. Center staff members will be on hand to introduce sign language to attendees and will provide signing during story time. There will be drawings for five goodie-filled Easter baskets and the first 100 Tide Turner members will also receive a free goodie bag.

Tide Turners membership is free with registration available online at lapalmera.com.

The Easter Bunny will be in his Center Court location every day through Saturday, April 19, to meet and greet children and pose for photos during regular mall hours: Mon.-Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Pet owners can bring their favorite canine or kitty to “Pet Night with the Easter Bunny” on Wednesday, April 2, April 9, and April 16 from 5-7 p.m. with a portion of the photo proceeds to benefit For the Love of Strays (4/9), and PAWS Up (4/16). Only dogs and cats are permitted and all animals must remain on a leash or in a carrier at all times.

For more information, go to lapalmera.com, visit Concierge or call (361) 991-3755.

LA PALMERA

Located in Corpus Christi, Texas, La Palmera is a 1-million square foot super-regional mall with more than 100 retail and restaurant tenants including Dillard’s, J.C. Penney, Macy’s, P.F. Chang’s and Coach. Acquired in July 2008 by IMI and Trademark Property, La Palmera is the first mall to be awarded LEED® Silver for Core and Shell 2.0 established by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). Following a $50 million renovation, the mall features a new outdoor main entrance, 600-seat food court with a 4,500-gallon feature aquarium and a children’s ocean-themed play area. For more information on La Palmera, go to www.lapalmera.com; or call (361) 991-3755.

Momentum Continues at The Shops at La Palmera as Four National Tenants Open in November

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For additional information, contact: Kymberley Scalia (214) 695-8261 kscalia@trademarkproperty.com

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MOMENTUM CONTINUES AT THE SHOPS AT LA PALMERA AS FOUR NATIONAL TENANTS OPEN IN NOVEMBER
Two other tenants also announced for renovated center

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (Dec. 2, 2013) – The transformation of The Shops at La Palmera in Corpus Christi, Texas, continues as Dick’s Sporting Goods, T.J. Maxx, HomeGoods and Jared The Galleria of Jewelry all have recently opened in time for holiday shopping.

Trademark also announced the signing of Great Clips and Eden Nails and Spa for the outdoor center. Both are scheduled to open in spring 2014.

“The Shops at La Palmera continues to move towards completion with the opening of these four popular retailers,” said Trademark CEO Terry Montesi. “The renovation of this outdoor center is on schedule and we see it quickly transforming into the vision we had planned. We are pleased to have so many new retail options available for Corpus Christi shoppers.”

Dick’s Sporting Goods, the largest U.S. based full-line sporting goods retailer, held its grand opening November 1, T.J. Maxx and HomeGoods, two of the nation’s leading value priced retailers, opened November 17, and Jared The Galleria of Jewelry opened Nov. 23. It is the first Corpus Christi location for each of the retailers.

Other new tenants announced this year include Corner Bakery Café, which opened in July, and DSW Designer Show Warehouse, which is slated to open in early 2014. Several other existing tenants have also remained, including Subway, Victoria’s Jewels, SAS Shoes and Big Lots.

The center was purchased in April 2012 as a joint venture between Trademark and Institutional Mall Investors LLC (IMI). The design of the complete renovation and expansion will complement the adjacent 1-million-square-foot La Palmera mall, which underwent a two-year $50 million renovation after it was acquired by IMI and Trademark in 2008.

Once completed in 2014, there will be 26 retail and dining options in the approximately 200,000- square-foot center.

“We saw an increased demand from national retailers in Corpus Christi as a direct result of the tremendous success we have had at La Palmera,” said Montesi. “The redesign and renovation of The Shops at La Palmera allows us to better accommodate those wanting a presence in this market and creates a well-planned shopping district in the community.“

For more information on The Shops at La Palmera, go to www.theshopsatlapalmera.com.

ABOUT THE SHOPS AT LA PALMERA
The Shops at La Palmera is a 200,000-square-foot outdoor center located in Corpus Christi, Texas. Currently undergoing redevelopment, The Shops at La Palmera will feature approximately 26 retail and dining options, including Dick’s Sporting Goods, Corner Bakery Café, T.J. Maxx, HomeGoods and Jared The Galleria of Jewelry, as well as DSW Shoe Warehouse when completed in 2014. Purchased in April 2012 by Trademark Property Company and joint venture partner Institutional Mall Investors LLC (IMI), the center is located directly across from Trademark’s La Palmera mall. For more information, go to www.theshopsatlapalmera.com.

ABOUT TRADEMARK
Trademark Property Company is an operator, investor and developer of award winning enclosed regional malls, mixed-use town centers, and specialty, community and power centers. Since 1992, the Fort Worth, Texas-based Trademark has invested in, or developed over 10 million square feet of retail and mixed-use assets worth over $1.25 billion. Trademark’s experienced team of nearly 80 employees currently operates more than 4.7 million square feet including: Alliance Town Center (Fort Worth, Texas), La Palmera (Corpus Christi, Texas), Napa Center (Napa, Calif.), The Shops at La Palmera (Corpus Christi, Texas), Market Street Flowood (Flowood, Miss.), Market Street – The Woodlands (The Woodlands, Texas), Saddle Creek (Germantown, Tenn.), Victory Park (Dallas, Texas),  Watters Creek (Allen, Texas), Waterside (Fort Worth, Texas), and WestBend (Fort Worth, Texas). For more information, visit www.trademarkproperty.com.

Holiday Shopping Gets Early Start at La Palmera

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For additional information, contact:
Ashley Larrabee (361) 986-7915
alarrabee@trademarkproperty.com

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HOLIDAY SHOPPING GETS EARLY START AT LA PALMERA

Mall opening Thanksgiving Day at 8 p.m. with special deals and start of holiday hours

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (Nov. 22, 2013) – s the holidays draw near, so does holiday shopping, which begins early this year on Thanksgiving Day at La Palmera.

La Palmera will open its doors at 8 p.m. Thanksgiving Day, November 28, with 49 tenants – 43 retailers and six food locations – open for business, with most other stores opening at midnight. Beall’s will get an even earlier start, opening at 6 p.m. Thanksgiving Day. The mall will remain open until 10 p.m. on Friday, November 29.

A complete list of the most up-to-date store openings is available at lapalmera.com.

“We opened at midnight for Black Friday the last two years and were extremely busy,” said La Palmera General Manager Fred Walters. “This is the first year for La Palmera to be open on Thanksgiving and we’ll be open for 26 straight hours, also a first.”

In addition to La Palmera’s regular tenants, shoppers will once again find many seasonal favorites, including Hickory Farms, Go! Toys, and Calendar Club.

Shoppers spending $250 or more between 8 p.m. Thanksgiving Day and 10 p.m. on Black Friday will be able to take a turn at the holiday “Gift Grabber” claw machine located at Concierge, with a chance to “pick up” a prize, including gift cards and prizes from La Palmera merchants (while supplies last).

La Palmera’s extended holiday hours will also begin on November 29 and run through January 1.

For more information on Black Friday, including a complete list of store openings, holiday hours, and special deals, go to lapalmera.com or call (361) 991-3755.

LA PALMERA

Located in Corpus Christi, Texas, La Palmera is a 1-million square foot super-regional mall with more than 100 retail and restaurant tenants including Dillard’s, JCPenney, Macy’s, P.F. Chang’s and Coach. Acquired in July 2008 by IMI and Trademark Property, La Palmera is the first mall to be awarded LEED® Silver for Core and Shell 2.0 established by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). Following a $50 million renovation, the mall features a new outdoor main entrance, 600-seat food court with a 4,500-gallon feature aquarium and a children’s ocean-themed play area. For more information on La Palmera, go to www.lapalmera.com; or call (361) 991-3755.

Jared The Galleria of Jewelers Grand Opening at The Shops at La Palmera

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For more information, contact: Ashley Larrabee (361) 986-7915 alarrabee@trademarkproperty.com

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JARED THE GALLERIA OF JEWELERS GRAND OPENING AT THE SHOPS AT LA PALMERA

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas (November 20, 2013) –Jared The Galleria of Jewelers, will open this Saturday, November 23, 10 a.m., at The Shops at La Palmera.

This is the first Corpus Christi location for Jared, known for its extensive selection of jewelry and knowledgeable staff. The 6,000-square-foot store is located in a newly constructed pad space at along Staples Street. Store hours are Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. and Sunday noon-6 p.m.

To celebrate, Jared will hold a grand opening event the following Saturday, Nov. 30, beginning at 10 a.m. There will be a radio remote that day with The Beach 96.5, and shoppers can enter to win a pair  of 1.5 carat Leo Diamond stud earrings. (See store for details.)

“We continue to roll along as we prepare for the holidays shopping season,” said Fred Walters, general manager of La Palmera and The Shops at La Palmera. “Jared is the fourth new store to open at The Shops at La Palmera in just the last month. We’re already receiving some great feedback on the center as we continue its transformation. The Shops at La Palmera is really an extension of La Palmera mall, creating a great shopping district here in Corpus Christi.”

Three other new tenants have already opened in the last month. Dick’s Sporting Goods held its grand opening on Nov. 1, with T.J. Maxx and HomeGoods opening on Nov. 17. Victoria’s Jewels is also celebrating its 35th anniversary with a grand opening of its newly remodeled store this Friday and Saturday, Nov. 22-23, from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. each day For more information on The Shops at La Palmera, go to www.theshopsatlapalmera.com.

ABOUT THE SHOPS AT LA PALMERA
The Shops at La Palmera is a 200,000-square-foot outdoor center located in Corpus Christi, Texas. Currently undergoing redevelopment, The Shops at La Palmera will feature approximately 26 retail and dining options, including Dick’s Sporting Goods, Corner Bakery Café, T.J. Maxx, HomeGoods and Jared The Galleria of Jewelry, as well as DSW Shoe Warehouse when completed in 2014. Purchased in April 2012 by Trademark Property Company and joint venture partner Institutional Mall Investors LLC (IMI), the center is located directly across from Trademark’s La Palmera mall. For more information, go to www.theshopsatlapalmera.com.