L.L. Bean’s first Florida store has a grand opening date.
The popular outdoor and recreation store , located at 111 North Cattleman Road, in University Town Center’s West District, opens May 9, the company said in a news release.
The company, which began in 1912 in Maine, is celebrating the opening of its nearly 17,000-square-foot store with various activities planned for customers on the store’s first two days. They include:
- On Friday, May 9, at 8:45 a.m., L.L.Bean hosts a ribbon-cutting ceremony with company representatives, local elected officials and YMCA partners in attendance.
- L.L.Bean is making a $10,000 contribution to the Sarasota City YMCA for summer camp access for underserved youth.
- The first 100 customers at the store on May 9 and May 10 each day will receive a $50 L.L. Bean gift card, according to a news release. Customers can get in line starting at 6 a.m. each day.
- On May 9 and 10, the community is invited to celebrate with giveaways, family-friendly activities and photos with the iconic L.L.Bean Bootmobile.
L.L Bean stores sell clothing, outdoor equipment and apparel, footwear, bags, travel accessories, home goods and outdoor adventure services…