Michaels to Open at Watters Creek in October

Michaels to Open at Watters Creek in October
Arts and crafts specialty retailer opens first Allen location in picturesque setting at Watters Creek

Allen, Texas (March 7, 2014)  Watters Creek at Montgomery Farm, North Dallas’ premier resort-style shopping destination, is pleased to announce that Michaels will open a 25,000-square-foot store in a prime location across from Mi Cocina in October 2014.  The Michaels at Watters Creek is the company’s first location in Allen, and will provide shoppers with a vast selection of arts and crafts supplies at affordable prices.

“Watters Creek is thrilled to welcome Michaels to our community, and look forward to enhancing the retail offerings we have available,” said Glenda Garcia, marketing director of Watters Creek.  “Our continuously expanding list of tenants; LEED-certified, resort-style environment and signature events continue to make Watters Creek an unparalleled shopping and dining experience for North Texas families.”

Irving, Texas-based Michaels Stores, Inc. is North America’s largest specialty retailer of arts, crafts, framing, floral, wall décor and seasonal merchandise for the hobbyist and do-it-yourself home decorator. The company currently owns and operates more than 1,125 Michaels stores in 49 states and Canada and 122 Aaron Brothers stores, and produces11 exclusive private brands.

About Watters Creek at Montgomery Farm
Watters Creek at Montgomery Farm is a premier, resort-style shopping and entertainment destination in North Dallas set within 52-acres of lush landscaping and natural features that include a village green and running creek. The mixed-use development offers a vibrant combination of nationally-renowned retailers, local boutiques, restaurants, office space and high-end loft apartments. Built in 2008, Watters Creek was the first retail development in the State of Texas to be LEED-certified by the U.S. Green Building Council. Watters Creek is located at the intersection of North Central Expressway and Bethany Drive in the heart of Allen. For more information call 972-747-8000 or visit www.watterscreek.com. 

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