Aventura Mall Calendar of Events and Merchant Specials for March

Papyprus Promotion

Now through Tuesday, March 15, Upper Level

All Greeting Cards Buy 3 Get 1 Free!

Chico’s Thanks Customers

Now through Sunday, March 20

Customers will receive a $20 Thank You Card for every $100 they spend.  The card is redeemable from Monday, March 21 through Sunday, April 3.

Tourneau Watch Savings

Tuesday, March 1 – Thursday, March 31, Lower Level

Save $250 On The Watch You Want! Visit Tourneau today and choose the watch of your dreams from over 100 luxury watch brands in thousands of styles. Your purchase receives

All the Tourneau advantages- buckle to buckle protection, extended 3 year warranty, free engraving and gift wrapping on every purchase. Open a Tourneau Club plan and use the card

to purchase your watch and receive 10% of your purchase back in the form of a Tourneau Rewards certificate with your very next credit card statement. Use the certificate towards another watch purchase, service or watch accessory. * Minimum purchase $1000. Certain brands excluded. May not be combined with any other offer or promotion. Offer code IDES4103.

Disney Store Tangled DVD Out!

Tuesday, March 1 – Monday, March 28, Lower Level

Tangled premieres for the first time ever on Blu-Ray/DVD combo pack!  Reserve your copy now through March 28 and receive a magical gift and coupon toward a future use.  See store for details. While supplies last.

Swim ‘n Sport Contest

Tuesday, March 1 – Thursday, March 31, Lower Level

Register-to-win a $100 Swim ‘n Sport gift card by registering in the store.  No purchase necessary. Swim ‘n Sport offers the best selection of swimsuits and cover-ups for all body types.

Ocean Prime Wine Wednesdays

Wednesday, March 2, Upper Level

Receive 50% off bottles of wine up to $50 off on Wine Wednesdays!

Adopt-A-Pet

Saturday, March 5, 12 – 3 p.m., Center Court near Macy’s

Meet furry friends and learn how to adopt a dog or cat through the Humane Society of Greater Miami.

Walk to Cure Psoriasis

Sunday, March 6, Registration: 7 a.m. Walk/Run: 8 a.m., Macy’s White Parking Lot

The National Psoriasis Foundation sponsors a 1K and a 5K walk to raise funds to help find a cure for psoriasis and/or psoriatic arthritis.  Register online at www.walk.psoriasis.org/miamiwalk

or call 877.825.WALK (9255).

Ocean Prime Wine Wednesdays

Wednesday, March 9, Upper Level

Receive 50% off bottles of wine up to $50 off on Wine Wednesdays!

Spring Forward at Tourneau

Sunday, March 12, Lower Level

It’s time to “Spring Forward “! Tourneau reminds you to set your clocks ahead for Daylight Saving Time. Having trouble resetting your timepiece? Stop by Tourneau and they will be happy to assist you, free of charge!

Donald J. Pliner In-Store Appearance

Saturday, March 12, Lower Level

Join us for a personal appearance by Donald, Lisa and Baby Doll Pliner.

Farmers’ Market

Saturday and Sunday, March 12 & 13, Center Court

Fresh flowers, vegetables, fruits and more will be displayed during this indoor Farmer’s Market.

Regis Salon Promotion

Monday, March 14 – Sunday, March 20, Upper Level

Receive 10% off all chemical services. Plus all Regis’s products are buy one and get one 50% off equal or lesser value during the month of March.

Character Wednesday

Wednesday, March 16, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Rainbow Valley Playground

Join a special character guest as Joanie, our storyteller reads and sings and dances for two hours of learning and fun.

Ocean Prime Wine Wednesdays

Wednesday, March 16, Upper Level

Receive 50% off bottles of wine up to $50 off on Wine Wednesdays!

Nordstrom Jimmy Choo Spring Trunk Show
Thursday, March 17, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Salon Shoes
Shop the Jimmy Choo Spring 2011 collection. Plus, have the opportunity to customize your very own pair of Jimmy Choo shoes. For additional information, please call 305.356.6900, ext. 1600. We hope to see you there! 

Nordstrom Fits America

Friday, March 18, 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Lingerie

BRAvo – We love the shape you’re in. A great-fitting bra can help you feel more beautiful, confident and downright ravishing. So why are most women still wearing the wrong size? Grab a friend and join us at the free bra-fit event. Nordstrom’s certified fit experts will find you the perfect bra to enhance and compliment your lovely shape. And for every bra purchased at our event, $2 will be donated to Susan G. Komen for the Cure®. For more details and to RSVP, go to www.Nordstrom.com/nordstromfitsamerica or call the Lingerie dept. 305.356.6900 ext. 1240.

Macy’s Look Who’s Cooking!

Saturday, March 19, 1 p.m. Home Store Culinary Kitchen on Level 2

Chef Tallon invites kids of all ages to join Macy’s while she demonstrates how to bake and decorate your spring themed cookies! Enjoy music, face painting, balloon artistry, games with Radio Disney, and fun cookie decorating techniques by the Baker of Yummy Cakes and More herself. Nespresso will also be on hand sampling a sweet drink to wash everything down!* Enter for the chance to win a special gift from Yummy Cakes and More Bakery, Joyce’s Something Special, Inc. and Cookin’ Kidz. A special gift with purchase will be offered including a pass to Zoo Miami.

Tourneau Trade in/Trade up Event

Monday, March 21 –Sunday, March 27, Lower Level

Bring in your fine timepieces and discover their hidden value during this great event. Tourneau helps you make an easy decision: trade in your old or unwanted timepiece for a generous trade-in value towards the watch you’ve always dreamed of. Find out more information about the trade-in program by visiting Tourneau and consulting with a sales professional during this special event! Your watch is worth more than you think.

Ocean Prime Wine Wednesdays

Wednesday, March 23, Upper Level

Receive 50% off bottles of wine up to $50 off on Wine Wednesdays!

Celebrate Creativity in Art with MOCA

Wednesday, March 23 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Rainbow Valley Playground

Join us for a Lizards and Patterns kids craft activity.  Participants will use markers, stamps, and shapes to decorate the scales of a lovely paper lizard.  Co-sponsored by the Museum of Contemporary Art.

Sephora Grand Opening

Thursday, March 24, Lower Level

Sephora’s new Aventura Mall location will celebrate its grand opening! The larger store will feature a new and expanded beauty section plus a unique service, the Personal Beauty Advisor.

Edward Beiner Oliver Peoples Trunk Show

Friday, March 25, 4 – 8 p.m., Upper Level

Check out the Oliver Peoples Trunk Show at Edward Beiner.

Nordstrom Beauty on Location
Saturday, March 26, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m., Cosmetics
Join Nordstrom for Beautiful Bright Now, highlighting the newest makeup, skincare and fragrance must-haves. Plus receive an exclusive Nordstrom spring tote bag with your purchase of $100.00 or more, while the supply lasts. Book your appointment to receive a complimentary, personalized makeup or skincare consultation from industry experts. Don’t delay; book your appointment today! To schedule your appointment or for more information, go to your favorite cosmetics counter & ask for details.

Nordstrom PROMarazzi Style Event
Saturday, March 26, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m., Special Occasion
You want all eyes and cameras on you as you make your prom entrance, which is why we’ve created a special one-stop prom shop just for you and your friends. Nordstrom prom stylists will not only help you find your style-statement dress but the perfect shoes and accessories, too. Plus there will be DJ-spun tunes to get the party started. For more information, call (305) 356-6900, ext. 1550.

Farmers’ Market

Saturday and Sunday, March 26 & 27, Center Court

Fresh flowers, vegetables, fruits and more will be displayed during this indoor Farmer’s Market.

Ocean Prime Wine Wednesdays

Wednesday, March 30, Upper Level

Receive 50% off bottles of wine up to $50 off on Wine Wednesdays!

The Walking Club, 8-9 a.m., sponsored by Aventura Medical Center meets every Tuesday and Thursday in the Fountain Court for stretching exercises.

Additional Merchant January Specials:

  • Aveda, Lower Level

Receive a complimentary Tea Ritual, professional hair care consultation and styling touchup. Receive an Aveda Tot Bag filled with in-store wellness services with a $35 donation for clean water initiative.

  • Bath and Body Works, Lower Level

Signature collection; buy 3 and get 2 free or by 2 and get 1 free. Home fragrance special; mix or match it 4 for $20 or 6 for $24.

  • Florsheim Shoes, Lower Level

Winter Clearance.  Selected styles from 20% to 50% off.

  • Lenscrafters, Lower Level

Semi-Annual Lens Event. Throughout March, receive 50% of lenses.

  • Papyrus, Upper Level

Free gift wrap service with purchase of Papyrus wrap and trip. Exclusions may apply. See store for details.

  • Premier Travelware, Lower Level

Receive 10%-20% off select Samsonite luggage.

  • Regis Salon, Upper Level

Regis’s products are buy one and get one 50% off equal or lesser value.

Events and locations are subject to change and may be cancelled or postponed without notice.

Aventura Mall 2011 Event Calendar

April

Farmers’ Market

Saturday and Sunday, April 9 & 10 Center Court

Fresh flowers, vegetables, fruits and more will be displayed during this indoor Farmer’s Market.

Character Wednesday

Wednesday, April 13, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Rainbow Valley Playground

Children are invited to join Suzy Hammer as The Pink Fairy as she tells a story and sings for two hours of fun.

Character Wednesday

Wednesday, April 20, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Rainbow Valley Playground

Join a special character guest as Joanie, our storyteller reads, sings, and dances for two hours of learning and fun.

Easter Sunday

Sunday, April 24

Aventura Mall will be closed.

May

Miami Dolphins Cheerleader Draft 2011

Saturday, May 7, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., Center Court

Over 250 ladies audition for the coveted 36 spots on the final squad. Watch live performances by the 2011 Cheerleader finalists, meet the celebrity judges, and choose your favorite.

Mother’s Day

Sunday, May 8

What better way to remember mom than with an Aventura Mall Gift Card! Gift cards are available at MasterCard Concierge Center near Center Court by Macy’s.

Character Wednesday

Wednesday, May 11, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Rainbow Valley Playground

Join a special character guest as Joanie, our storyteller reads, sings, and dances for two hours of learning and fun.

Farmers’ Market

Saturday and Sunday, May 14 & 15, Center Court

Fresh flowers, vegetables, fruits and more will be displayed during this indoor Farmer’s Market.

Share Our Strength’s Great American Bake Sale

Sunday, May 15, 12:00 – 4:00 p.m., Center Court

Local bakeries, restaurants, marketplaces and hotels will host the Great American Bake Sale™ with lots of good things to eat, cooking demonstrations, raffle prizes, a cupcake decorating station. Proceeds benefit Feeding South Florida and organizations that assure children of access to good nutrition.

Character Wednesday

Celebrate Creativity in Art with MOCA

Wednesday, May 18, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Rainbow Valley Playground

Make a Maraca using streamers and crayons, participants will make their own maraca instrument to keep a creative beat. The program is co-sponsored by the Museum of Contemporary Art.

Farmers’ Market

Saturday and Sunday, May 28 & 29, Center Court

Fresh flowers, vegetables, fruits and more will be displayed during this indoor Farmer’s Market.

June

Farmers’ Market

Saturday and Sunday, June 11 & 12, Center Court

Fresh flowers, vegetables, fruits and more will be displayed during this indoor Farmer’s Market.

Character Wednesday

Wednesday, June 15, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Rainbow Valley Playground

Join a special character guest and Joanie, our storyteller to read, sing, and dance for two hours of learning and fun.

Father’s Day

Sunday, June 19

Celebrate Dad with a special Aventura Mall gift card.  Gift cards are available at MasterCard Concierge Center near Center Court by Macy’s.

Character Wednesday

Wednesday, June 22, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Rainbow Valley Playground

Join our storyteller, Suzie Hammer as Salty Sue the Pirate, to sing, play and have fun!

Farmers’ Market

Saturday and Sunday, June 25 & 26, Center Court

Fresh flowers, vegetables, fruits and more will be displayed during this indoor Farmer’s Market.

July

Farmers’ Market

Saturday and Sunday, July 9 & 10, Center Court

Fresh flowers, vegetables, fruits and more will be displayed during this indoor Farmers’ Market.

Character Wednesday

Wednesday, July 13, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Rainbow Valley Playground

Join a special character guest as Joanie, our storyteller, reads, sings and dances for two hours of learning and fun.

Character Wednesday

Celebrate Creativity in Art with MOCA

Wednesday, July 20, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Rainbow Valley Playground

Snake Sculptures.  Participants will use air-drying clay to sculpt a snake with a hissing tongue. The program is co-sponsored by the Museum of Contemporary Art.

Farmers’ Market

Saturday and Sunday, July 23 & 24, Center Court

Fresh flowers, vegetables, fruits and more will be displayed during this indoor Farmers’ Market.

August

Farmers’ Market

Saturday and Sunday, August 13 & 14, Fountain Court

Fresh flowers, vegetables, fruits and more will be displayed during this indoor Farmer’s Market.

Character Wednesday

Wednesday, August 17, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Rainbow Valley Playground

Children are invited to join Susie Hammer as Safari Sue as she reads and sings for two hours of fun and entertainment.

Character Wednesday

Wednesday, August 24, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Rainbow Valley Playground

Join a special character guest as Joanie, our storyteller, reads, sings and dances for two hours of learning and fun.

Farmers’ Market

Saturday and Sunday, August 27 & 28, Fountain Court

Fresh flowers, vegetables, fruits and more will be displayed during this indoor Farmer’s Market.

September

Fashion’s Night Out at Aventura Mall

Thursday, September 8, 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Fashion’s Night Out (FNO), the global shopping sensation, is back and coming to Aventura Mall, South Florida’s #1 shopping destination. Dozens of Aventura Mall’s premier fashion retailers will offer cocktail receptions, informal modeling, trunk shows, fashion previews, promotions, contests, gifts with purchase and more for one night only – all in the name of fashion!

Farmers’ Market

Saturday and Sunday, September 17 & 18, Center Court

Fresh flowers, vegetables, fruits and more will be displayed during this indoor Farmer’s Market.

Character Wednesday

Wednesday, September 14, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Rainbow Valley Playground

Join a special character guest as Joanie, our storyteller, reads, sings and dances for two hours of learning and fun.

Character Wednesday

Celebrate Creativity in Art with MOCA

Wednesday, September 21, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Rainbow Valley Playground

Bracelets and Beads. Participants will practice making a patterned bracelet of soft wire and a variety of big beads. The program is co-sponsored by the Museum of Contemporary Art.

Farmers’ Market

Saturday and Sunday, September 24 & 25, Center Court

Fresh flowers, vegetables, fruits and more will be displayed during this indoor Farmer’s Market.

October

Chocolate Festival

Sunday, October 9, 12:00 – 4:00 p.m., Center Court

Chocolate morsels to tempt your palate, kid’s chocolate station, raffles, and chocolate inspired fashion show at 2PM will be part of the fun. Tickets are available during the event for the chocolate products. Proceeds benefit the Children’s Craniofacial Association.

Character Wednesday

Wednesday, October 12, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Rainbow Valley Playground

Join a special character week as Joanie, our storyteller reads, sings and dances for two hours of learning and fun.

Character Wednesday

Wednesday, October 19, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Rainbow Valley Playground

Children are invited to sing, dance and have a story read to them with Suzy Hammer as Pumpkin Patty.

Halloween Trick or Treat

Sunday, October 31, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m., Fountain and Nordstrom Court

Treats for Trick or Treaters.

Holiday Train

October 31 – January 8, Center Court

Rides are 1 ticket for $2.00, 4 tickets for $6.00 or 9 tickets for $12.00 and 15 tickets for $20.00.

November

Holiday Train

November 1 – January 8, Center Court

Rides are 1 ticket for $2.00, 4 tickets for $6.00 or 9 tickets for $12.00 and 15 tickets for $20.00.

Character Wednesday

Wednesday, November 9, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Rainbow Valley Playground

Join a special character guest as Joanie, our storyteller, reads, sings and dances for two hours of learning and fun. Children are invited to join Lululemon located on the lower level near the playground for juice boxes and snacks following the event.

Santa’s Arrival

Saturday, November 12, Santa’s Village, Fountain Court

Santa Photos

Saturday, November 12 – Friday, December 24, Santa’s Village, Fountain Court

Have your photo taken with Santa at his village located near Bloomingdale’s. Hours: Monday through Friday, 11–8, Saturday, 10-8, Sunday, 12-7 p.m., Santa will be feeding his reindeer daily at the posted time.  A fee will be charged for photos with Santa.

Character Wednesday

Celebrate Creativity in Art with MOCA

Wednesday, November 16, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Rainbow Valley Playground

Make an Autumn Tree . Using colors for fall, participants will create an image of a tree using paper, and adding leaves on, and below the tree in autumn piles. Co-sponsored by the Museum of Contemporary Art.

Thanksgiving

Thursday, November 24

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!  The mall will be closed.

Angel Tree

Friday, November 25 – Friday, December 20, Macy’s Court.

Hours to pick up angels: Friday – Saturday, 2-9pm; Sunday, 2-8pm; Monday-Thursday, 4-7pm

Give from the heart.  Choose an angel from the Angel Tree and purchase a gift to make a child’s holiday a little brighter.

December

Santa Photos

December 1 –December 24

Have your photo taken with Santa at his village located near Bloomingdale’s. Hours: Monday through Saturday, 11–8 p.m., Sunday, 12-7 p.m., December 24, 10am-8pm, Santa will be feeding his reindeer daily at the posted time.  A fee will be charged for pictures with Santa.

Character Wednesday

Wednesday, December 9, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Rainbow Valley Playground

Join a special character guest as Joanie, our storyteller, reads, sings and dances for two hours of learning and fun.

Character Wednesday

Wednesday, December 16, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Rainbow Valley Playground

Susie Hammer as The Snow Queen will read, sing and entertain the children.

Holiday Observance

Sunday, December 25

Happy Holidays.  The mall will be closed.

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