EASTER BUNNY PHOTO EXPERIENCE IS COMING SOON TO CORDOVA MALL TO DELIGHT FAMILIES
Families can also visit the Caring Bunny - a unique event in a subdued environment tailored to children with special needs
Simon®, a global leader in retail real estate, is hosting its annual Easter celebration festivities at Cordova Mall, offering families chances to participate in traditional and unique seasonal events.
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The Bunny Photo Experience begins Saturday, March 10 and runs through Saturday, March 31 in Center Court. Kids will have the chance to visit with the Bunny and take home a treasured snapshot of the fun occasion.
The Simon Bunny Photo Experience is again sponsored by GYMBOREE GROUP. The GYMBOREE GROUP is a specialty retailer operating stores selling high-quality apparel and accessories for children under the Gymboree, Gymboree Outlet, Janie and Jack, and Crazy 8 brands.
“We love to hold family-friendly events and we always look forward to watching children interact with the Bunny at Easter,” said Angela Jacks, Director of Marketing and Business Development at The Avenues.
Cordova Mall’s Caring Bunny™ event will offer families that have children with special needs a subdued environment to participate in the Bunny Photo Experience. Caring Bunny, the largest program of its kind, has been developed by Simon and is guided by AbilityPath.org, a national online resource hub and special needs community. Over 90 Simon® properties will host the Caring Bunny this season. Promotional assistance for Caring Bunny has been provided by Autism Speaks.
On Sunday, March 18 from 10 – 11 a.m. in Center Court, many steps will be taken to reduce sensory triggers, creating a more comforting environment for children’s cherished visit with the Bunny. The subdued environment is likely to include (specific elements or aesthetics may vary):
• Turning off in-mall music, stopping escalators located near the photo set, dimming the lights and shutting down fountains for the duration of the event.
• Eliminating queue lines through the use of a numbering system whereby guests approach the set when their number is called.
• Special activities geared toward the needs of the child during the ‘wait’ period to help the child understand what activities will occur during the visit.
For those who have furry friends of their own, guests are invited to Pet Photos with the Easter Bunny on Sunday, March 25 from 6 – 7 p.m. in Center Court.
About Cordova Mall
Cordova Mall, an iconic shopping destination that serves the Pensacola, Gulf Breeze, Pace and Milton communities, houses an enviable group of stores and restaurants, including Aldo, Best Buy, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Dillard’s, Express, Justice, LOFT, Old Navy, Panera Bread, Sephora, World Market and Zoës Kitchen. Cordova Mall is conveniently located at 5100 N 9th Avenue, near Sacred Heart Hospital and Pensacola State College. The center is open Monday – Saturday from 10 a.m. – 9 p.m., and on Sunday’s from 12 – 6 p.m. For more information, please call the management office at (850) 477-7562.
About Simon
Simon is a global leader in retail real estate ownership, management and development and a S&P100 company (Simon Property Group, NYSE:SPG). Our industry-leading retail properties and investments across North America, Europe and Asia provide shopping experiences for millions of consumers every day and generate billions in annual retail sales. For more information, visit simon.com.
About AbilityPath.org
AbilityPath.org is an online hub and special needs community for parents and professionals to learn, connect and live a more balanced life. The website combines social networking features with expert content from AbilityPath.org’s team of educators, parents, therapists and medical professionals.AbilityPath.org was created by Community Gatepath, a nonprofit with over 90 years of experience serving families and children with special needs by fostering hope, dignity and independence. AbilityPath.org may also be found on Facebook and Twitter.
About Autism Speaks
Autism Speaks is the world’s leading autism science and advocacy organization. It is dedicated to funding research into the causes, prevention, treatments and a cure for autism; increasing awareness of autism spectrum disorders; and advocating for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. Autism Speaks was founded in February 2005 by Suzanne and Bob Wright, the grandparents of a child with autism. Mr. Wright is the former vice chairman of General Electric and chief executive officer of NBC and NBC Universal. Since its inception, Autism Speaks has committed more than $500 million to its mission, the majority in science and medical research. Each year Walk Now for Autism Speaks events are held in more than 100 cities across North America. On the global front, Autism Speaks has established partnerships in more than 40 countries on five continents to foster international research, services and awareness. To learn more about Autism Speaks, please
