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10 CONTACT US The Village at Allen & The Village at Fairview 329 Town Place Fairview, TX 75069 972-678-4939 villageshopping@herringgroup.com www.thevillageshopping.com NORINE A. BOWEN, CSM
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General Manager
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THE EASTER BUNNY IS HOPPING ON OVER JOIN VILLAGE REWARDS
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Introducing:
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MAKE PROM PREP EASY AT TERRY COSTA
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Returning for Spring:
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SPRING DINING & ENTERTAINMENT
VILLAGE KIDS IT’S A SPRING THING Spring 2013 Event Calendar
SPRING FASHION: TEXAS STYLE
WINE WALK AROUND THE VILLAGE
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THE EASTER BUNNY IS HOPPING ON OVER TO THE VILLAGE AT FAIRVIEW
For the first time ever, the Easter Bunny will have a home at The Village at Allen & The Village at Fairview! The Easter Bunny will be available for photos and visits at his brand new garden themed home located at 160 Town Place (between Coldwater Creek and Express) at The Village at Fairview. Long requested by YOU, our shoppers - the Easter Bunny will be at The Village at Fairview March 9-30, 2013. STYLE 6 VILLAGE SPRING 2013
Want to avoid the hassle of waiting in
or call 972-678-4939 to reserve your
Saturday, March 16 at The Purple Cow
line? Make An Appointment With
appointment time
at The Village at Fairview. Seatings are
The Easter Bunny and help local
available at 8am and 9am on March 9,
children in need at the same time.
At The Village at Allen & The Village at
8 am, 9 am and 10 am on March 16.
There will be two Make An Appointment
Fairview, we know that pets love the
This reservation required event will offer
With The Easter Bunny events to benefit
Easter Bunny too. Have your pet’s photo
a free breakfast** to children ages 2-10
Children’s Advocacy Center of Collin
taken at one of our Pet Photo Night
as well as a fun goody bag and a
County. Your $20 donation* goes
With The Easter Bunny events. Well
character breakfast style visit with the
directly to CAC and guarantees you a
behaved, people-friendly pets are
Easter Bunny. Reservations are required
set appointment time with the Easter
welcome on March 12 and March 19
for Breakfast With The Easter Bunny - visit
Bunny at a special private event,
from 6-7 pm.
www.thevillageshopping.com for details
including refreshments and a special gift
or call 972-678-4939 to make
from the Easter Bunny for all children
reservations. Make your reservations
attending. In addition, 10% of all
early, these events sell out very quickly!
photo sales at these events will benefit CAC. No lines, no grumpy kids - and
Visit www.thevillageshopping.com for
great photos in a relaxed environment,
photo prices and complete event details
all for a great cause! These special
then hop on over to The Village at
events will be held on Sunday, March
Fairview to visit the Easter Bunny.
10 and Sunday, March 17 from 7 - 8
Make plans now to bring your kiddos to
pm are by reservation only - visit
have Breakfast With The Easter
www.thevillageshopping.com for details
Bunny on Saturday, March 9 or
2013 HOURS FOR THE EASTER BUNNY
Saturday & Sunday
March 9 &10
12:00 - 7:00 pm
Monday - Friday
March 11 - 15
12:00 - 7:00 pm
Saturday
March 16
12:00 - 7:00 pm
Sunday
March 17
12:00 - 7:00 pm
Monday - Friday
March 18 - 22
12:00 - 7:00 pm
Saturday
March 23
12:00 - 7:00 pm
Sunday
March 24
12:00 - 7:00 pm
Monday - Thursday
March 25 - 28
12:00 - 7:00 pm
Friday & Saturday
March 29 & 30
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sunday
March 31
Closed - Happy Easter
*Donations are made directly to Children’s Advocacy Center of Collin County. Limit two children per $20 donation. Additional children require an additional donation. **Free breakfast is provided for children ages 2-10 only. Free breakfast is a set menu that is appropriate for children ages 2-10. Breakfast items are available for purchase for adults and children over the age of 10. Limit two children per adult for free breakfast. Reservations must be cancelled at least 24 hours prior to the event or a cancellation fee of $10 per person will be charged. VILLAGE STYLE SPRING 2013
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ENJOY SPRING REWARDS WHEN YOU SHOP MARCH 15-24 Spend $250, Get $25 or Spend $500, Get $50* Rewards are back at The Village at Allen & The Village at Fairview! Shopping at The Village at Allen & The Village at Fairview for all of your Spring fashion, home and gift giving needs is the smart choice. Bring your same day receipts totaling $250 to The Village at Fairview Management Office starting March 15th and get a $25 gift card to your choice of selected retailers. Present $500 or more in same day receipts and choose a $50 gift card! Choose from Coldwater Creek, Buffalo Creek Cowgirls, The Container Store, Ulta Beauty, ZoĂŤs Kitchen, Sand Dollar Lifestyles, James Avery, Cotton Patch Cafe, Barbeques Galore and more.
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10am - 9pm Monday - Saturday and 12-6pm Sunday. Offer valid March 15-24, 2013
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INTRODUCING
VILLAGE
KIDS
The Village at Allen & The Village at Fairview are pleased to announce the arrival of Village Kids - our brand new Kids Club geared towards children ages 3 - 12. Membership is just $5 per child per
membership card. ■ A FREE gift each year
on your Village Kid’s birthday. ■ Free attendance at Village Kids events including special seatings at events like Breakfast With The Big Guy. ■ Discounts at participating The Village
($3.99 value) not valid with any other offer
The Village at Allen - 190 E. Stacy Rd. Ste # 1414 Allen TX 75002 - (Between Thai Box & Which Which)
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
■ A Village Kids t-shirt.
with the purchase of one
• JUMBO CAKES • ONSITE BIRTHDAY PARTIES • CUSTOM CAKE • CUPCAKE CAKES • CAKE POPS & BOUQUETS
972.912.3155
year and includes:
■ A Village Kids
FREE Cupcake
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at Allen & The Village at Fairview retailers. ■ Discounted rates for birthday parties at The Caboose and The Village Fountain. ■ Monthly e-newsletter with information about upcoming events and activities as well as the inside scoop on events, sales, and promotions at The Village at Allen & The Village at Fairview.
Our first event will be a very special Breakfast With The Easter Bunny on March 9th at 10:00 am at The Purple Cow. Reservations and a paid membership are required, so call 972-678-4939 to make your reservations and purchase your membership today. Be sure to visit www.thevillageshopping.com for complete details about Village Kids!
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IT’S A SPRING THING JOIN US AT THE VILLAGE AT ALLEN & THE VILLAGE AT FAIRVIEW FOR THESE SPRING ACTIVITIES: President’s Day Sale February 15-18 Enjoy in-store savings at participating retailers. Photos With The Easter Bunny March 9 - 30 Located at 160 Town Place (between Coldwater Creek and Express) at The Village at Fairview Village Kids Breakfast With The Easter Bunny March 9, 10:00 am The Purple Cow Reservations Required Call 972-678-4939 See page 9 or visit thevillageshopping.com for complete details about Village Kids our new kids club! Breakfast with The Easter Bunny March 9 - 8:00 am & 9:00 am March 16 - 8am, 9am & 10am Reservations Required -
Call 972-678-4939 Sponsored by The Purple Cow at The Village at Fairview
Wine Walk March 21 - 5:00 - 8:00 pm The Village at Fairview
Make An Appointment With The Easter Bunny March 10 & March 17 - 7:00pm Located at 160 Town Place at The Village at Fairview Reservations Required Call 972-678-4939
Wine Walk April 4 - 5:00 - 8:00 pm The Village at Fairview
Pet Photo Nights with The Easter Bunny March 12 & 19 - 6:00 - 7:00 pm Located at 160 Town Place (between Coldwater Creek and Express) at The Village at Fairview
Fairview Fine Arts Festival April 6 & 7 The Village at Fairview
Spring Rewards March 15-24, While Supplies Last Spend $250, Get $25 or Spend $500, Get $50* Redeem receipts at the Mall Management Office at The Village at Fairview.
Fairview Half Marathon & 5k April 6 Fairview Town Hall
Village Kids - Art Walk April 6, 10:00 am The Village at Fairview Wine Walk April 18 - 5:00 - 8:00 pm The Village at Fairview
Visit our www.thevillageshopping.com or find us on Facebook for complete details. *Offer valid while supplies last. Visit www.thevillageshopping for complete promotion rules and details. STYLE 10 VILLAGE SPRING 2013
ARRIVING SPRING 2013 AT THE VILLAGE AT FAIRVIEW!
VISIT US AT OUR OTHER ADDRESSES Find us on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube to be in the know on special sales, deals, contests, and news! facebook.com/thevillageshopping twitter.com/villageshopping youtube.com/user/VillagesShopping www.hellogorgeous.com
SHOPPING HOURS The Village at Allen & The Village at Fairview welcome shoppers from: Monday through Saturday 10am-9pm Sunday 11am-6pm Closed Easter Sunday Please keep in mind that many of our anchors, restaurants and entertainment vendors keep extended hours and are open on Holidays and many of our smaller boutiques set their own hours of operations. We suggest that you contact the business you wish to visit before you arrive to confirm their hours. You'll find a complete store directory with phone numbers on page 12 or at www.thevillageshopping.com.
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STATEMENT SUNGLASSES, PAGE 15
Ah Spring! It signals the arrival of mild weather, blooming flowers, and the latest trends from the fashion capitols of the world. Its the best time of year to add to your wardrobe, especially in a warm weather market like North Texas where Spring and Summer fashions and accessories often arrive in stores at the same time.
SPRING FASHION - TEXAS STYLE If you are like most of us, you look at
Bold Stripes: Stripes
those trends coming from New York, Paris
are everywhere this
$107.99. The lace
and Milan and wonder how exactly are
season, especially bold
makes it feminine while
you supposed to make them work for you
ones in patterns like
the Sabrina neckline shows
with the styles available in your local
a zig zag.
off your shoulders. The
stores, within your budget, and that work
Staid pin stripes
flirty skirt has a sporty shape,
with your lifestyle. For Spring 2013,
just won’t do. This
but it’s pretty! This is the kind
we’ll make it easy! With some help from
A’reve mini (available in
of piece that you can build a
our friends at Buffalo Creek Cowgirls and
two color choices) does the job and
wardrobe around - pair it with
Versona Accessories, here are the top five
keeps you cool in the warmer (okay
a jacket for work, wear it with
items you simply must have in your
darned hot) Texas weather. Stop by and
boots or with mix with sparkly flats for a
wardrobe for Spring - Texas style:
see the gals at Buffalo Creek Cowgirls to
casual night out. And speaking of flats....
Mechant, available for just
pick yours up - just $74.99. Lace Top: Lace has always been
Flats & Low Heels: Move over Tip: You can also combine bold stripes
skyscraper heels from
with another of the seasons hottest trends -
seasons past, flats and
but for Spring
black and white - for an ultra stylish look.
low heels ruled the
2013 it hit
Try vertical wide stripes or
runways at the Spring
runways world-
stripes with multiple widths
fashion shows. In Texas
and directions combined!
that means boots and flip
popular in Texas,
wide in a big way. We love this taupe and mint lace top from
flops. Everyone in Texas
02 Collection. At & $99.00 its a piece
Sporty Dress: They’re
should have at least one
you can build your Spring wardrobe
not just for tennis
pair of boots - invest in
around. Find this one - and other similar
anymore - and they don’t
the right ones and they’ll last
styles - at Buffalo Creek Cowgirls, located
have to be boxy. Check
for years to come. We love these red
at The Village at Fairview.
out this style from
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and turquoise ones from Old Gringo -
$580.
Spring, accessories are truly statement
Village at Fairview - they’ll help you pick
Buffalo
pieces. Sunglasses have fashionable
out the perfect pieces for your wardrobe
Creek
prints and fun new shapes for the lenses.
and sense of style.
Cowgirls also carries a
We love this wide-striped pair in orange
great selection of flip flops - Texas style.
and pink (two of this season’s hot colors)
Thanks to Carol Yeargan , owner of Buffalo Creek
We love these flips with fringe and
from Versona Accessories because of the
Cowgirls and Kathy Miller, manager of Versona
crystals from Cowgirl Jewels - $44.99.
wide round lenses and curled side pieces -
Buffalo Creek Cowgirls also carries
and for the 100% UV protection.
Yellow Box flips in a wide variety of
Most styles start at just $7.99. You
styles, so you can have the comfort of flip
can also make a statement this Spring
flops that are so cute you really can wear
with necklaces, featuring bold colors,
them anywhere!
Accessories for their contributions to this article.
chunky stones, and fun patterns. Stop by
Statement Sunglasses
and visit the folks
& Necklaces: Don’t forget
at Versona
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MAKE PROM PREP EASY AT TERRY COSTA
By Kristyn Huckeba, General Manager & Buyer, Terry Costa
As the Spring semester gets underway
shopping experience from the experts at
Shop Early
there is one thing on every young senior
Terry Costa.
We can’t say it enough: Start early! Even as you read this, the smartest prom
student’s mind - and it isn’t SAT prep…it’s PROM! Prom prep is another
Fashion First
shoppers are already hitting the shops
right of passage and, for many, it is a
For many girls, their prom dress is their first
looking for the latest fashions, hottest
mother-daughter bonding moment as
formal gown. It’s one of their first chances
styles and most up to date colors. Prom
they hit the stores, pause for lunch, and
to showcase their sense of style in a formal
gowns are already on the shelves and
giggle knowingly as they devise a plan
setting and take their look to the next level.
selling well so be sure to shop early and
for keeping the receipt away from Dad.
The last thing any prom shopper wants to
avoid disappointment.
Here are some tips for helping your
face (Mom included) is the unexpected, so
daughter have an amazing prom
its a good idea to have some basic
Shop Local
agreement about things like
Stick to the local boutiques (like Terry
best styles and budget
Costa) and enjoy the experience you can
before hitting the shops.
only have in an actual store with actual consultants sharing their real-world
Pre-Shop
expertise. You won’t be disappointed.
By all means, do some pre-
If you are fashion challenged and
shopping by checking out
frustrated with the gap between Mom’s
styles and colors on the
expectations and daughter’s wish list, an
web, but buyer beware. It is
experienced consultant can make all the
not uncommon for web sites
difference. Consultants are trained to
that offer prom dresses to
help you and your daughter find the
accept your order and
perfect dress for her and can often help
payment without first
foster agreement between Mom and
confirming they can actually
daughter about what looks and fits best.
get the dress you love from
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the designer in time. Most
Take Time To Accessorize
of the time you won’t even
The best way to take a gown from good
know there’s
to gorgeous is to focus on the little things -
a delay (or
like shoes, jewelry and handbags. These
worse,
little details aren’t little at all and will take
cancellation)
your daughter’s look to the next level. The
until it is too
best shops have accessories and shoes
late to come
right there in the store making one-stop
up with
shopping a breeze. Don’t underestimate
“Plan B.”
the power of a knowledgeable consultant
with years of experience
girls! Don’t underestimate the power of
your daughter has a comfortable and
dressing and accessorizing.
a well-fit gown. Budget it into the final
stylish place for her phone, some
They’ll help you and your
price and make the look prom perfect.
cash and her keys in case of an
daughter choose the
emergency. Make sure that a
perfect pieces that will
handbag that compliments the
Prom Night
complement the gown,
gown is on your list so both you
When it’s time to get dressed, have your
not compete with it
and your daughter won’t have
daughter put her gown on before she
and achieve a look
to worry about a thing.
straps on heels and accessorizes. This way she won’t snag the gown with
that everyone will love. Don’t Forget About Alterations
beautiful bangles or leave a big footprint
Don’t Forget The Handbag
Fit is everything when it comes to formal
(or put a hole) on the hemline. Tell her
You should never send your daughter out
wear. It can make or break the look with
to step into the gown feet first (barefoot)
the door on prom night without a
just a quick stitch. Does the gown have
so she doesn’t have to worry about
handbag for all her necessities. So many
a train? Ask your fit expert about adding
smearing makeup or deodorant on it.
young ladies forget to choose a handbag
a bustle - this simple fix will keep the
Have her wear a button-down shirt for
before they check out and end up
train off the floor when it’s time to dance
hair and makeup and she won’t have to
regretting it when prom night comes. All
the night away! Tightening loose straps
pull anything over her head,
the little necessities (lipstick, powder,
will prevent your daughter from tugging
endangering her ‘do! You’ve worked
house key, phone, money...) add up.
on her top all night long (not a good
hard together to get to this point so enjoy
Safety comes first and you want to be sure
look) and a hem is a must-have for petite
every moment - and take lots of pictures!
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WINE WALK
RETURNS FOR SPRING Wine Walk is back - and better than ever. One of our most popular events, Wine Walk will be held at The Village at Fairview in March and April as a Spring Wine Walk series. The three part series will be held on March 21, April 4 and April 18, 2013 from 5:00 8:00 pm and will feature a sampling of wines from a different winery at each event. Representatives from each winery will be on hand to answer your questions about the wines, recommend food pairings, and even recommend the order that the wines should be sampled for the ultimate tasting experience. Each event will feature food samplings, special shopping and dining discounts, and prizes as well as some special surprises. So mark your calendar and follow along on Facebook for details.
WINE WALK WINERIES Black Oak
March 21
Chateau Diana
April 4
Copa Di Vino
April 18
PS: For all of our Beer Walk fans, you have not been forgotten. Look for a Fall Beer Walk series in September and October - just in time for Oktoberfest. STYLE 18 VILLAGE SPRING 2013
AROUND THE VILLAGE
In every issue we’ll feature a
imagination. I took courses
Find Brandi at Bliss Cupcakes
fun profile on someone who
and decorating classes over the
& Confections at The Village at
lives or works at The Village at
years to learn how to translate
Allen just across from The
Allen & The Village at Fairview.
my creativity in to cakes - and
Grove. Be sure to ask about
now cupcakes.
special seasonal flavors as well
NAME: Brandi Breaux
their “Make Your Own WHY CUPCAKES? I baked
OCCUPATION: Owner/Baker -
and made cakes for events and
Bliss Cupcakes & Confections
birthdays and everyone always
Cupcake” birthday parties!
wanted me to make cakes for HOW MANY YEARS AT THE
them. When cupcakes became
VILLAGE AT ALLEN: 1.5 - Bliss
a big hit, I tried them at a lot of
opened November 2011.
places and decided that if they could do it, I could do it!
FUN FACT: Brandi is the mother of TRIPLETS, born in
DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE
July 2012.
CUPCAKE? Do I have to pick one? It’s ever changing.
WHEN DID YOU BECOME
Today, I would say the
INTERESTED IN BAKING?
Cinnamon Twist. It is often
Twelve years ago, I was
overlooked by the traditional
planning a bridal shower for a
classics but its such an amazing
friend. I knew then that I
cupcake.
wanted to open my own baking business. My passion
WHAT OTHER TREATS DOES
for entertaining and hosting
BLISS OFFER? We also offer
parties led me to baking and I
cakes, which are a huge
realized that I could take cake
passion of mine, as well as
to another level by using my
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By Bryan Hernandez, Manager, La Duni Latin Kitchen & DULCE
SPRING DINING & ENTERTAINMENT Experience La Duni Latin Kitchen & DULCE This Spring Make La Duni Latin Kitchen’s Fabulous
Mojito At Home ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■
2oz Premium Rum 16 squares of Persian lime 1.5 tbsp cane sugar 4 fresh mint leaves crushed Ice Soda water
Muddle Persian limes and cane sugar in glass to dissolve sugar into lime juice. Add mint leaves and muddle a second time, to press mint juice out of mint leaves, being careful not to bruise the mint. Add rum and ice to tall glass. Top off with soda water and mix thoroughly with stirring rod or spoon. Garnish with lime wedge and enjoy.
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Blending European traditions with Latin
desserts like Venezuelan Triple chocolate truffle
American soul, La Duni Latin Kitchen mixes the
cake, or the award winning cuatro leches
flavors, aromas, colors, textures, forms and
cake, named by D Magazine as “Dallas’
sounds of both cultures to create the ultimate
Best.” DULCE features blended tropical fruit
dinning experience! Open during the week
raspas (shaved ice) for the kids to enjoy, and a
for lunch and dinner as well as for weekend
plethora of pastries and cupcakes as well as
brunch, La Duni Latin Kitchen is the perfect
coffee and espresso. A full bar featuring
place for a casual lunch, a special dinner for
uniquely Latin American beverages is also
two, a family gathering or corporate dinner
available and Happy Hour is offered from 4 –
party or just a delicious cup of coffee and tasty
6:30pm Wednesday – Sunday at La Duni Latin
fresh-baked daily treat at DULCE.
Kitchen.
At La Duni Latin Kitchen, an uncomplicated
La Duni Latin Kitchen is true to it’s Latin
presentation enhances robust flavors and fresh
America heritage, where family is the
ingredients. Start your
foundation of life; if you are
experience with authentic
sitting at their table and
and award winning
sharing one of their meals
Cuban Mojitos - a
you are family. Experience
refreshing and unique
the Latin home, savor
experience. Savor the
authentic foods and drinks
aromas and tastes of
and participate in the
freshly baked empanadas,
traditions and customs that
or jump right into the
have been passed from
Enchiladas de queso,
generation to generation.
cuadril y camaron, where
Visit La Duni Latin Kitchen &
chimichurri salsas and
DULCE soon for an excursion
authentic sides accentuate
into Euro-Latin culture and
perfectly seared picanha
cuisine . . . an experience
steak. Indulge in sinful
you will want to enjoy often!
Upscale Sports Bar with 27 TVS • Area’s Best Dance Bands • Great Menu
At The Village of Fairview 352 Town Place • Fairview HOURS:
972-549-4115 Monday-Thursday Open at 3pm Friday-Sunday Open at 11am
Check our website for Happy Hour Specials & Band Calendar www.fairviewdownunder.com
Saturday & Sunday BRUNCH Happy Hour Monday - Friday 3-7pm Reverse Happy Hour Sunday-Thursday 9 til Close
VILLAGE STYLE SPRING 2013
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STYLE 24 VILLAGE SPRING 2013