Celebrate Canadian Thanksgiving Weekend at the Newly Transformed Great Lakes
Crossing Outlets

    
    New name, new stores, great deals and a Celebration Weekend are worth the
    trip!




    
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<p>AUBURN HILLS, Mich., <span class="xn-chron">Sept. 27</span> /CNW/ -- Everyone loves a good <span class="xn-chron">Thanksgiving</span> dinner--but that's just one day of the long weekend. Why not celebrate the rest with a trip to the newly renamed Great Lakes Crossing Outlets. Formerly known as Great Lakes Crossing, the 1.4-million-square foot outlet shopping centre, the largest in Michigan, has a new name to mark its new focus on brand-name outlets. The shopping centre offers 185 retail, dining and entertainment options in fully-enclosed, climate-controlled comfort.</p>
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<p>"We are celebrating the opening of some of the most well-known names in the outlet industry. In addition, many of our traditional retailers have now converted to outlet formats," said Kimberly Savona, Great Lakes Crossing Outlets General Manager. "We have truly transformed this shopping centre--with more to come in the months ahead."</p>
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    New Outlet Stores Announced Today

    New stores opening in time for the Celebration Weekend, October 9 - 11,
include:
    
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<p>Lord & Taylor Outlet, HUGO BOSS Factory Store, Talbots Outlet, and Movado Company Store, all with their only Michigan locations at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets, as well as Polo <span class="xn-person">Ralph Lauren</span> Factory Store and Wilsons Leather Outlet.  Lacoste Outlet, aerie outlet by American Eagle and Swim 'n Sport Outlet will open in the coming weeks.</p>
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<p>Great Lakes Crossing Outlets also announced <span class="xn-person">Art Van</span> Furniture, the first shopping mall location for Michigan's largest furniture chain. The 43,000-square-foot showroom, opening in November, will showcase a full line of furniture along with an "<span class="xn-person">Art Van</span> Pure Sleep" mattress aisle, "Paul's TV" electronics and an <span class="xn-person">Art Van</span> Clearance Center.</p>
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<p>These new retailers will join several others that have opened in the past year, including Banana Republic Factory Store, BCBGMAXAZRIA Factory Store, <span class="xn-person">Calvin Klein</span> Company Store, Chico's Outlet, Coach Factory, Crocs, Dakota Watch Company, Johnston & Murphy Factory Store, Michael Kors Outlet, Papaya Outlet, Stride Rite Outlet and a spacious, newly expanded Forever 21.</p>
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<p>Enhancing the shopping experience at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets are some unique and palate-pleasing new dining options, including Bar Louie, near the theater, and "Michigan's only" locations for Toby Keith's I Love This Bar & Grill, Lik Gelato Bar and Olga's Market Fresh Grille. Opening soon, Sweet Lorraine's Mac N' Cheez! Kitchen, from one of metro Detroit's favourite eateries.</p>
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    Celebration Weekend

    
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<p><span class="xn-chron">Thanksgiving</span> weekend is the ideal time to visit: Great Lakes Crossing Outlets is marking its Celebration Weekend with giveaways, entertainment, special discounts and more!</p>
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    --  Giveaways*: The first 1,000 people in line at Entry One each day of
the
        celebration weekend will receive a $20 (USD) gift card and a Great
        Lakes Crossing Outlets signature tote bag. Must be 16 years of age and
        show identification to receive the gift card.

    --  Deals: Retailer discounts and special offers exclusively for this
        celebration weekend.

    --  Entertainment: Surprise and delight await you throughout the shopping
        centre the entire weekend, with a variety of entertainment for
        everyone.

    --  Overnight Shopping Packages: Visit greatlakescrossingoutlets.com for
        information on overnight shopping packages at partner hotels.

    --  Celebration Weekend Hours:
        --  Saturday, October 9: 10 am - 9 pm
        --  Sunday, October 10: 11 am - 6 pm
        --  Monday, October 11: 10 am - 9 pm

    
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<p>Great Lakes Crossing Outlets, owned and managed by Taubman, is Michigan's largest indoor outlet shopping centre and entertainment venue. Located at I-75 and Baldwin Road in Auburn Hills, it features more than 185 shops, restaurants and entertainment options, including manufacturer outlets, unique themed restaurants, a 1,000-seat food court and a 25-screen, state-of-the-art theatre megaplex, featuring Michigan's largest IMAX theatre--all situated in a single-level, easily accessible racetrack design. Shopping hours are <span class="xn-chron">10 a.m.</span> to <span class="xn-chron">9 p.m.</span> Monday through Saturday, <span class="xn-chron">11 a.m.</span> to <span class="xn-chron">6 p.m.</span> Sunday. Preview the stores, the styles and the sales at <a href="http://www.greatlakescrossingoutlets.com">www.greatlakescrossingoutlets.com</a> or call 877-SHOP-GLC for more information.</p>
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<p>Taubman Centers is a real estate investment trust engaged in the development, leasing and management of regional and super regional shopping centres. Taubman's 26 U.S. owned, leased and/or managed properties, the most productive in the industry, serve major markets from coast to coast. Taubman Centers, Inc. (NYSE: TCO) is headquartered in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan and its Taubman Asia subsidiary is headquartered in <span class="xn-location">Hong Kong</span>. Founded in 1950, Taubman celebrates its 60th anniversary in 2010. For more information about Taubman, visit <a href="http://www.taubman.com">www.taubman.com</a>.</p>
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<p>For ease of use, references in this press release to "Taubman Centers", "company" or "Taubman" mean Taubman Centers, Inc. or one or more of a number of separate, affiliated entities. Business is actually conducted by an affiliated entity rather than Taubman Centers, Inc. itself. This press release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These statements reflect management's current views with respect to future events and financial performance. Actual results may differ materially from those expected because of various risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to the continuing impacts of the U.S. recession and global credit environment, other changes in general economic and real estate conditions, changes in the interest rate environment and the availability of financing, and adverse changes in the retail industry. Other risks and uncertainties are discussed in the company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission including its most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K.</p>
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<p>*No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. Must be 16 years old or older and show valid proof of identification. "Promotion period" begins <span class="xn-chron">10/9/10</span> and ends <span class="xn-chron">10/11/10</span>. To receive a free gift (defined below), be one of the first 1,000 people in line at Entrance 1 on 10/9, 10/10 or 10/11. The free "gift" includes one Great Lakes Crossing Outlets branded tote bag (value <span class="xn-money">$3</span>) and one Great Lakes Crossing Outlets branded water bottle (value <span class="xn-money">$2</span>) and one voucher redeemable for one <span class="xn-money">$20</span> Great Lakes Crossing Outlets gift card, for a total gift value of <span class="xn-money">$25</span>. Voucher can be redeemed in District 2 until <span class="xn-chron">11 a.m.</span> on 10/9, until <span class="xn-chron">12 p.m.</span> on 10/10 and until <span class="xn-chron">11 a.m.</span> on 10/11, after which times, you may redeem the voucher at the Centre Guest Services desk located in District/Entrance 6. Gift card is subject to terms and conditions, available at Centre's Guest Services desk. Original voucher must be forfeited to Centre at the time of redemption. Only original vouchers will be accepted. Gifts are non-transferable and may not be bartered or sold. There are no cash or gift substitutes. The Centre reserves the right to substitute gifts of equal or greater value. A total of 3,000 gifts are available for the promotion, however, only 1,000 gifts shall be distributed per day during the promotion period. <span class="xn-person">See Guest</span> Services and <a href="http://www.greatlakescrossingoutlets.com">www.greatlakescrossingoutlets.com</a> for complete rules.</p>
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For further information: Karen Mac Donald, Taubman, Director, Communications, [phone], [email protected], or Melissa Morang, Great Lakes Crossing, Marketing & Sponsorship Director, [phone], [email protected] Web Site: http://www.taubman.com