Get Our Newsletter... | The Arboretum of South Barrington -Grand Opening Sept.26-28Horse Sculptures, Peony Gardens & Fountains to Debut at Grand Opening WeekendSOUTH BARRINGTON, Ill. (September 16, 2008) – While shoppers stroll the plazas and walkways at The Arboretum of South Barrington between live concerts and other activities during grand opening weekend Sept. 26-28, they will encounter a number of distinctive architectural elements. For example, limestone fountains imported from France and leaf motifs embossed into the masonry of buildings help set off a European village setting. In addition, two special sitting gardens will showcase peonies developed by Roy Klehm, a fourth generation nurseryman who ran the tree farm that previously resided on the site. He also happens to be known worldwide – even by Martha Stewart -- as one of the foremost authorities on peonies, developing varieties now being adopted by the Chicago Botanical Gardens. HORSE MONUMENTS: Because the Barrington area -- especially Barrington Hills -- is known as an equestrian community, The Arboretum will present two monument-sized limited edition bronze horse sculptures, one situated in The Plaza in front of Village Roadshow Gold Class Cinemas the and the other in the Merci Plaza near Sur La Table. The sculptures were created by Colorado artist/sculptor Carol Cunningham, whose works are displayed in many well known equestrian centers, including the Windstar Farms in Kentucky, famous for raising Derby horses. The two sculptures at The Arboretum are entitled “First Day” and “That’s My Baby,” both depicting mares with their foals. “Horse people will really like these pieces,” says Ms. Cunningham. “From what I hear, it’s not just the beauty of the pieces that draws people,” she says. “They also seem to touch the heart.” She says that when the first bronze was cast of “That’s My Baby,” the foundry workers made a wide skirt around the prancing mare, like she was going to kick them or something. “That was kind of funny,” she says. According to Mike Jaffe, owner/developer of The Arboretum of South Barrington, he welcomes that kind of reaction from guests. “These gorgeous horses will provide the backdrop for memorable family photos,” he says. “They pay special tribute to the history of the area -- and the kids will love them.” ENTERTAINMENT UPDATE: As announced earlier, legendary platinum recording artist and Grammy nominee Chris Isaak will headline the weekend of free entertainment at The Arboretum of South Barrington at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 27 on The Plaza Stage at The Arboretum. However, Arboretum officials are anticipating a full house for this free concert, with seating capacity limited to 8,000 people. “Come early for best viewing,” Mr. Jaffe recommends. The public can bring chairs, and parking for the concert is available at the Sears Centre Arena, with continuous shuttle service to The Arboretum from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Festivities for the weekend will kick-off with a Grand Opening Ceremony at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 26, in The Plaza in front of Gold Class Cinemas. The full weekend of events include several live concerts, creation of a professional sandcastle sculpture, puppet people, kids’ activities, appearances by Disney’s “Camp Rock” celebrities and DreamWorks’ “Madagascar Escape 2 Africa” characters, gift bags, a drawing for a $1,000 shopping spree, and a daily Walk The Arboretum fundraiser to benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Weekend festivities culminate in a fireworks display on Sunday, Sept. 28, at 7:45 p.m. (For full event details refer to the “Grand Opening Calendar” below.) The Arboretum of South Barrington is located at 100 W. Higgins Road on the northeast corner of Higgins Road and Highway 59 near the I-90 interchange. GRAND OPENING CALENDAR: A full list of Grand Opening events at The Arboretum of South Barrington follows (as of Sept. 10, 2008; subject to change without notice): Friday, Sept. 26 9:30 am - 2:30 pm -- Puppet People 10:00 am – 11:00 am -- Grand Opening Ceremony 10:00 am - 5:00 pm -- Sandcastle Artisan 10:00 am - 9:00 pm -- JDRF at The Arboretum 12:30 pm and 2:00 pm -- Aerialists and Pole Performers 1:00 pm -- Local Variety Singers 2:15 pm -- Local Variety Singers 7:00 pm -- Blooze Brothers In Concert
Saturday, Sept. 27 10:00 am - 2:00 pm -- Face Painters 10:00 am - 4:00 pm -- Kohls Children's Museum StoryBus 10:00 am - 4:00 pm -- Balloon Twisters 10:00 am - 5:00 pm -- Sandcastle Artisan; Puppet People 10:00 am - 9:00 pm -- JDRF at The Arboretum 10:30 am - 12:30 pm -- Meet & Greet characters from "Madagascar Escape 2 Africa™" 11:00 am – Noon -- Storytime with Mother Nature 12:30 pm - 6:00 pm -- Characters from "Madagascar Escape 2 Africa" roam The Arboretum for impromptu visits 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm -- Caricature Artists 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm -- Radio Disney Road Crew 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm -- Meet & Greet Stars from Disney’s "Camp Rock" 7:00 pm -- Chris Isaak In Concert
Sunday, Sept. 28 10:00 am - 2:00 pm -- Face Painters 10:00 am - 4:00 pm -- Kohls Children's Museum Story Bus 10:00 am - 4:00 pm -- Balloon Twisters 10:00 am - 5:00 pm -- Sandcastle Artisan 10:00am - 4:00 pm -- Characters from "Madagascar Escape 2 Africa" roam The Arboretum for impromptu visits Noon – 1:00 pm – Gospel Choir Noon - 5:00 pm -- JDRF at The Arboretum 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm -- Storytime with Mother Nature 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm -- Caricature Artist 2:30 pm – 3:45 pm -- The Ides of March In Concert 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm -- Babagage In Concert 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm -- The Buckinghams In Concert 7:45 pm - 8:00 pm -- Fireworks Finale
RETAILERS OPEN SEPT. 26-28 Retailers open during grand opening weekend at The Arboretum of South Barrington include the following (as of September 10, 2008; subject to change without notice):
Apparel Electronics Entertainment Home Furnishings Restaurants & Specialty Food Services Specialty Stores Bath & Body Works, CVS Pharmacy, L.L. Bean, Swoozie's, Yankee Candle RETAILERS OPENING SOON AFTER THE GRAND OPENING INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING: Apparel Electronics Entertainment Home Furnishings Jewelry/Optical Restaurants & Specialty Food Services Specialty Stores
The Arboretum of South Barrington is a 600,000 square-foot lifestyle center under development in Chicago’s affluent northwest suburbs that opens in September 2008. The open-air center, which broke ground in May 2007, is named for the lush treescapes and gardens of its landscape, and for the large tree farm that formerly stood on the site. Among retailers at The Arboretum of South Barrington are three unique anchors, including LL.Bean’s first Midwest outdoor gear and apparel store; the country’s first Village Roadshow Gold Class Cinemas, a luxury cinema experience and new way to go to the movies; and Pinstripes, Chicago’s own bowling, bocce and bistro concept. An upscale mix of fashion apparel brands, home furnishings, restaurants and other retailers will occupy spaces set amidst fountains, pathways and plazas -- all less than a mile from the four-way interchange at I-90 ( the region’s major transportation artery), at the highly coveted intersection of Illinois Routes 59 and 72. The center is a joint venture between The Jaffe Companies in Northbrook, Ill., and RREEF Alternative Investments, based in New York. The Jaffe Companies, owner and developer of The Arboretum of South Barrington, has been developing successful shopping centers and mixed-use projects for nearly three decades across the US, primarily in the Midwest. Firm principal Michael Jaffe has been involved in several notable projects, including Huebner Oaks Center, a 400,000-square-foot lifestyle center in San Antonio, Texas; Geneva Commons, a 450,000-square-foot lifestyle center in Geneva, Ill; and The Arboretum Shopping Center in Austin, Texas. RREEF Alternative Investments, the financial partner in developing The Arboretum of South Barrington, is the global alternative investment management business of Deutsche Bank’s Asset Management division. RREEF Alternative Investments consists of three businesses: Real Estate, Infrastructure and Private Equity. Headquartered in New York, RREEF Alternative Investments employs more than 1,400 investment professionals in 17 cities around the world to help investors meet a wide range of objectives – from diversification, to preservation of capital, to long-term performance. Named one of the world’s largest alternative investments managers in Global Investor/Watson Wyatt’s Alternative Survey, June 2008, RREEF has €55.2/$87.0 billion in assets under management worldwide as of June 30th, 2008. For more information, visit http://www.rreef.com/. ### WEB LINKS: The Arboretum: www.thearboretumsb.com PRESS CONTACTS The Arboretum of South Barrington -OR- Kasia Yuska
Free Chris Isaak Concert Tops Grand Opening Weekend Sept. 26-28 at The Arboretum of South BarringtonSOUTH BARRINGTON, Ill. (August 27, 2008) – Legendary platinum recording artist and Grammy nominee Chris Isaak will headline a weekend of free entertainment during the grand opening celebration of The Arboretum of South Barrington on Sept. 26-28. The festivities will kick-off with a Grand Opening Ceremony 10:00 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 26, in The Plaza in front of Village Roadshow Gold Class Cinemas. The ceremony launches a full weekend of events including several live concerts, creation of a professional sandcastle sculpture, puppet people, kids’ activities, appearances by Disney’s “Camp Rock” celebrities and DreamWorks’ “Madagascar Escape 2 Africa” characters, gift bags, a drawing for a $1,000 shopping spree, and a daily Walk The Arboretum fundraiser to benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Weekend festivities culminate in a fireworks display on Sunday, Sept. 28, at 7:45 p.m. (For full event details refer to the “Grand Opening Calendar” at the end of this release.) CONCERT DETAILS The opening concert for the weekend will feature The Blooze Brothers on Friday, Sept. 26, at 7:00 p.m., with their 12-piece World Famous Show Band and a selection of Motown, R&B, and Blues classics. The Chris Isaak concert will begin at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 27 on The Plaza Stage at The Arboretum. People can bring a chair for viewing comfort. Parking for the concert is available at the Sears Centre Arena, with continuous shuttle service from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. >Performing on Sunday, Sept. 28, at 2:00 p.m. is The Ides of March, best remembered for their 1970 smash hit "Vehicle," vocal harmonies and their trademark driving brass section. Then from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., on Sunday, Sept. 28, Nightboat will entertain the public with jazz music. Performing later that evening at 6:30 p.m., is The Buckinghams with harmony, spontaneity, humor and a mix of favorites from the pop and rock charts of the ‘60s and ‘70s. CO-STARRING UNIQUE RETAIL According to Michael Jaffe, principal of The Jaffe Companies, owner/developer of The Arboretum in partnership with RREEF, celebrations at the new 600,000 square-foot lifestyle center will be further embellished with each store’s special promotions. The unique line-up of retailers include L.L. Bean, the Maine-based outdoor gear and apparel store that is opening its first Midwest store here; Village Roadshow Gold Class Cinemas, a new luxury cinema experience that is opening its first US location at The Arboretum; and Pinstripes Bowling, Bocce & Bistro, that is opening its second Chicago location. Although open to the public on Oct. 3, Village Roadshow Gold Class Cinemas will participate with the other retail anchors in The Arboretum’s grand opening festivities by offering guided tours every 45 >minutes. During the tours, guests will be introduced to the state of >the art cinema technology, luxury reclining seats, a contemporary lounge, and the cinema where fine wine and gourmet cuisine is served. Tours will also include a few surprises and impromptu tastings. Throughout the weekend, guests can register at Guest Services to win a luxurious private screening, complete with a three-course meal (restrictions apply). Meanwhile, Pinstripes Bowling, Bocce & Bistro will feature wine tastings, flatbread sampling, and drawings for such items as an 8-person bowling (or bocce) party. The Arboretum of South Barrington is located at 100 W. Higgins Road on the northeast corner of Higgins Road and Highway 59 near the I-90 interchange.
GRAND OPENING EVENTS CALENDAR: A full list of Grand Opening events at The Arboretum of South Barrington follows (subject to change without notice): Friday, Sept. 26 9:30 am - 2:30 pm -- Puppet People 10:00 am -- Grand Opening Ceremony 10:00 am - 5:00 pm -- Sandcastle Artisan 10:00 am - 9:00 pm -- JDRF at The Arboretum 12:30 pm and 2:00 pm -- Aerialists and Pole Performers 1:00 pm -- Local Variety Singers 2:15 pm -- Local Variety Singers 7:00 pm -- Blooze Brothers In Concert Saturday, Sept. 27 10:00 am - 2:00 pm -- Face Painters 10:00 am - 4:00 pm -- Kohls Children's Museum Story Bus 10:00 am - 4:00 pm -- Balloon Twisters 10:00 am - 5:00 pm -- Sandcastle Artisan; Puppet People 10:00 am - 9:00 pm -- JDRF at The Arboretum 11:00 am - Noon -- Storytime with Mother Nature 10:30 am - 12:30 pm -- Meet & Greet characters from "Madagascar Escape 2 Africa™" 12:30 pm - 6:00 pm -- Characters from "Madagascar Escape 2 Africa" roam The Arboretum for impromptu visits 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm -- Caricature Artists 1:30 pm -- Radio Disney Road Crew 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm -- Meet & Greet Stars from Disney’s "Camp Rock" 7:00 pm -- Chris Isaak In Concert Sunday, Sept. 28 10:00 am - 2:00 pm -- Face Painters 10:00 am - 4:00 pm -- Kohls Children's Museum Story Bus 10:00 am - 4:00 pm -- Balloon Twisters 10:00 am - 5:00 pm -- Sandcastle Artisan 10:00am - 4:00 pm -- Characters from "Madagascar Escape 2 Africa" roam The Arboretum for impromptu visits Noon - 5:00 pm -- JDRF at The Arboretum 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm -- Storytime with Mother Nature 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm -- Caricature Artist 2:00 pm - 3:15 pm -- The Ides of March In Concert 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm -- Nightboat In Concert 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm -- The Buckinghams In Concert 7:45 pm - 8:00 pm -- Fireworks Finale
RETAILERS OPEN SEPT. 26-28 Retailers open during grand opening weekend at The Arboretum of South Barrington include the following (subject to change without notice):
Apparel Electronics Entertainment Jewelry/Optical Home Furnishings Restaurants & Specialty Food Services Specialty Stores
RETAILERS OPENING SOON Apparel Electronics Entertainment Home Furnishings Restaurants & Specialty Food Services Specialty Stores
The Arboretum of South Barrington >is a 600,000 square-foot lifestyle center under development in Chicago’s affluent northwest suburbs that opens in September 2008. The open-air center, which broke ground in May 2007, is named for the lush treescapes and gardens of its landscape, and for the large tree farm that formerly stood on the site. Among retailers at The Arboretum of South Barrington are three unique anchors, including LL.Bean’s first Midwest outdoor gear and apparel store; the country’s first Village Roadshow Gold Class Cinemas, a luxury cinema experience and new way to go to the movies; and Pinstripes, Chicago’s own bowling, bocce and bistro concept. An upscale mix of fashion apparel brands, home furnishings, restaurants and other retailers will occupy spaces set amidst fountains, pathways and plazas -- all less than a mile from the four-way interchange at I-90 ( the region’s major transportation artery), at the highly coveted intersection of Illinois Routes 59 and 72. The center is a joint venture between The Jaffe Companies in Northbrook, Ill., and RREEF Alternative Investments, based in New York. The Jaffe Companies, owner and developer of The Arboretum of South Barrington, has been developing successful shopping centers and mixed-use projects for nearly three decades across the US, primarily in the Midwest. Firm principal Michael Jaffe has been involved in several notable projects, including Huebner Oaks Center, a 400,000-square-foot lifestyle center in San Antonio, Texas; Geneva Commons, a 450,000-square-foot lifestyle center in Geneva, Ill; and The Arboretum Shopping Center in Austin, Texas. RREEF Alternative Investments, the financial partner in developing The Arboretum of South Barrington, is the global alternative investment management business of Deutsche Bank’s Asset Management division. RREEF Alternative Investments consists of three businesses: Real Estate, Infrastructure and Private Equity. Headquartered in New York, RREEF Alternative Investments employs more than 1,400 investment professionals in 17 cities around the world to help investors meet a wide range of objectives – from diversification, to preservation of capital, to long-term performance. Named one of the world’s largest alternative investments managers in Global Investor/Watson Wyatt’s Alternative Survey, June 2008, RREEF has €55.2/$87.0 billion in assets under management worldwide as of June 30th, 2008. For more information, visit http://www.rreef.com/. ### WEB LINKS: The Arboretum of South Barrington: www.thearboretumsb.com
PRESS CONTACTS -OR- Kasia Yuska
Grand Opening of The Arboretum of South Barrington to Celebrate Unique Ambiance, Retailers Sept. 26-28SOUTH BARRINGTON, Ill. (July 25, 2008) – The grand opening of The Arboretum of South Barrington has been announced for Sept. 26-28, with a festive weekend to celebrate a new 600,000 square-foot lifestyle center that has been anticipated since its groundbreaking in May 2007. Final touches are now underway to ensure an abundance of treescapes and native gardens, and prepare for a unique line-up of retailers that will include everything from a premiere luxury cinema and Italian bocce courts to a French creperie and chocolate/wine bar, to name just a few. According to Michael Jaffe, principal of The Jaffe Companies, owner and developer of The Arboretum, about $1 million is being devoted to the grand opening. "We want to properly introduce the project as one of the most important new retail developments in the Chicago area in terms scale, retail offerings, and ambiance," he says. He explains that an unprecedented budget for landscaping has given the open-air center a rich, park-like atmosphere, and the scope of retailers adds a sense of exclusivity, several of them establishing their first Chicago or Midwest stores here. Grand opening events will begin with an unveiling ceremony on Friday morning, Sept. 26, and continue through Sunday Sept. 28, each day featuring live music, kids’ activities, strolling entertainers, exhibitions, and some exciting surprises. Highlighting the weekend will be a headline concert and fireworks display on Saturday evening, Sept. 27. In addition, there will be a series of events benefiting the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) Ron Santo Walk. Details on grand opening events will be announced as they are confirmed. “This is a lifestyle center unlike any other,” Mr. Jaffe says. “It’s a special place that is introducing a new level of dining, shopping, and entertainment in a great community, giving families an exceptional experience right here in Chicagoland.”
"We're looking at The Arboretum as a tribute to the best in this community," says Mr. Jaffe. "A tribute to the tree farm that used to stand on this ground, a tribute to the level of fine taste of the community, and to their appreciation for nature’s beauty." Retail Update The country’s first Village Roadshow Gold Class Cinemas, a new luxury cinema experience that is opening its first US location at The Arboretum, will hold its grand opening on October 2, but will be involved in The Arboretum’s grand opening, as well. (NOTE: Other retailers open by the weekend are listed at the end of this release.) “We are thrilled to be opening our first US Gold Class Cinemas at The Arboretum of South Barrington to the public on October 3,” says Kirk Senior, CEO of Village Roadshow Gold Class Cinemas. “The Arboretum is the perfect upscale lifestyle center for launching our luxury brand." Dale Schwartz, founder of Pinstripes, added, “We welcome joining this exciting Arboretum development, and we invite the surrounding communities and businesses to share sophisticated fun with family and friends.” The Arboretum of South Barrington is located at 100 W. Higgins Road on the northeast corner of Higgins Road and Highway 59 near the I-90 interchange. Retailers open during grand opening weekend at The Arboretum of South Barrington include the following (subject to change without notice): Apparel Home Furnishings Restaurants & Specialty Food
The Arboretum of South Barrington is a 600,000 square-foot lifestyle center under development in Chicago’s affluent northwest suburbs, with completion scheduled for fall 2008. The open-air center, which broke ground in May 2007, is named for the lush treescapes and gardens of its landscape, and for the large tree farm that formerly stood on the site. Among retailers at The Arboretum of South Barrington are three unique anchors, including the country’s first Village Road Show Gold Class Cinemas, a luxury cinema experience and the new way to go to the movies; LL Bean’s first Midwest outdoor gear and apparel store; and Pinstripes, Chicago’s own bowling, bocce and bistro concept. An upscale mix of fashion apparel brands, home furnishings, restaurants and other retailers are also planned -- all less than a mile from the four-way interchange at I-90 ( the region’s major transportation artery), at the highly coveted intersection of Illinois Routes 59 and 72. Other retailers signed include Arhaus, Anna Shea Chocolates & Lounge, Chico’s, Coldwater Creek, Jos. A. Bank, Ann Taylor Loft, Victoria’s Secret, DSW, Panera Bread, and Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse. The Jaffe Companies, owner and developer of The Arboretum of South Barrington, has been developing successful shopping centers and mixed-use projects for nearly two decades across the US, primarily in the Midwest. Firm principal Michael Jaffe has been involved in several notable projects, including Huebner Oaks Center, a 400,000-square-foot lifestyle center in San Antonio, Texas; Geneva Commons, a 450,000-square-foot lifestyle center in Geneva, Ill; and Orchard Grove Shopping Center in Aurora, Ill.
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