Could you provide an aerial or detail of the specific location for the shops scheduled to open in 2009?

So all of the stores you mentioned for the first phase are still on board with opening in October?  I saw that this blog was written in February, but the map is dated for April, so I am assuming all are still "a go"?

We are very excited about the Wegmans, Olive Garden and PF Changs...

So Barnes and Noble is just proposed at this point? Would that be slated for Phase 2 if approved?

If all of the buildings are already going to be done by October 2009 why so long for phase 2?  It can't possibly take that long to get tennants.  Also, do you know the status of Barnes and Noble.  That is the one store I wanted in that shopping center.

Thanks,

Jeff

I think I was a sophmore in college when I first heard that they were looking to building this place. I lived here for about 15 years now. and we still don't have a bookstore in this area/school district? pathetic. and the trappe book center is in another school district so that doesn't count. and I highly doubt I'll be here in spring 2011. and how bout a Bed, Bath & Beyond?... ya know, for those who need things for college and various things. or an ice cream place with REAL ice cream, not soft-served? and there's going to be a PNC Bank?...how many banks do we actually really need in this area?

Could you please provide an updated listing of the stores that are going to be in Providence Towne Center?  I can't seem to find an updsted listing anywhere.

No change from the list noted in the first comment above.  Actually, most of the signs are on the stores.  It's unfortunate that this was originally to be a high end center and with the economic situation, it's moving in a more run of the mill direction.  They originally had some nice restaurant options.  Now it's Olive Garden (gag me).  PF Changs is still coming in and that's good.  Hopefully we'll see an economic turnaround and some better stores will come in ( I was looking forward to Home Goods, but they backed out).  As long as we have Wegmans, everything else is consequential.

Sure Olive Garden is not "high end" but it is certainly better than a lot of the other chain Italian restuarants around here, like Buca di Beppo or Carabbas.  I guarantee it will be packed all of the time.  Between that and the Wegmand and the PF Changs, that center will be extremely busy.

I am from upstate NY and grew up on Wegmans and only Wegmans, and they are ALWAYS busy, it doesn't matter what time you go there, even in the middle of the night you will not be a lone shopper (they are 24 hours).

When my husband and I moved to KOP 2 years ago, we tried several of the grocery stores around here, and none could compete, so we have been driving all the way to Downingtown to shop every week.  And, in Syracuse where there are over 20 fine dining Italian restaurants that are family owned and fabulous, there are 4 Olive Gardens within a 20 mile radius and every one is always on a wait, 7 days a week, so believe me, people will go there, especially since the only way to get real italian around here is to get closer to the city.

I still think it is going to be a really nice shopping center and we are very much looking forward to it.  It is quite similar looking in style to the Main Street At Exton plaza.

Andrew,

To your knowledge, do you know why Brandolini does not have a web site established for this center? There are a bunch of blogs trying to address the questions related to this center.  Why do they keep it a secret.   In addition, what happened with this center from it's original start.  Originally, Audubon development (Shannondell, Marketplace at Oaks) had this property and was using Urban Retail Properties from Chicago to manage the center.  Did they sell this project?  There has been nothing but mystery surrouding this center.  Why all the ambiguity?

Is there any Hotel / Motel is coming on this site?

Has there been any talk of a Babies R Us going into this center?  The closest to this area is Exton or Montgomeryville and neither one is very close.

Andrew,

Thanks for keeping us updated. It's not a good sign that more information is not easily available to the public. If I ran my business like this is being rolled out, it would surely fail. Let's hope the economy improves and we eventually end up with a quality shopping center and it doesn't drift into another low end shopping center. Wegmans and PF Changs will be great. I was really looking forward to the Barnes and Noble too.

Doc

This shopping center communication has been so poor. You would think with the economy being what it is they would do a better job publicizing this. What also is missing greatly from this list are restaurants. No one wants to wait 4 hours to eat. I still rather drive to Philly to get more variety and not wait for a night out.

I moved here from Philly and its been such a disappointment when it comes to shopping.

If you people knew the developer, you'd understand.  Brandolini built our house in the 70's and it was very much his way or the highway back then.  Not surprised anything has changed, now that he's in "lifestyle center development." 

I love restaurants in Philly, but check out local restaurants.  Honestly, there's not that huge a wait and the food isn't that awful.  Phoenixville and Royersford both have some up and coming places that are pretty decent.  The BYOBs are very impressive.

Andrew:  Any news on a soft opening for Wegmans, or do they only do it in a big bang sort of way?

Ulta is opening October 12th- I am the general manager of the Collegeville store. We are very excited to be among the first of the stores opening in the new center. We are currently hiring temporary help apply online ulta.com or call 215-616-4601 and ask for Noel

I was just wondering where we can go to apply for jobs at the olive garden or PF changs? i heard we have to go to a different location but Im' not sure where?

thanks!

Thanks for the info, any update on the residential plans for other side of Arcola Rd.? We are interested in possible residence there. 

Are the smaller stores that are going to be there, clothing stores? I heard that there would be several stores that are already in the KOP mall and Philadelphia Premium Outlets! I heard an Abercrombie and Fitch, American Eagle, etc. Are these true?

Is Wegmans still going to open on October 11th?  that is right around the corner and I haven't seen any signs or advertisments.  I think what is really needed is a gas station on the corner of Arcola and Rt 29. 

I do not understand why someone can not start a website to keep us all informed.  Seems like this whole project is a BIG secret.  but why?

I know that Bestbuy is opening today, but what is the seret?

I have not head about any special discounts, or door prizes, giveaways.  How about grand opening discounts like 25% or more off.

Timberland opening at the outlets had a 40% off on everything, I should know because I shopped there at the grand opening at bought 3 pairs of boots for the price of one. (that is the type of grand opening I like.)

Are they giving out any specials coupons on electronics?