CBL Malls encourage shoppers to spread Random Acts of Kindness

Muskegon, MI (December 11, 2013) – ‘Tis the season when hearts warm at the thought of doing something for others. The Lakes Mall will be conducting random acts of kindness during the twelve days before Christmas. Mall management will surprise random shoppers by paying for their lunch, buying them an iced cold Coke or giving them a gift from one of the mall retailers. In addition, Team Happiness volunteers from local organizations will be on hand Friday, December 13 through Sunday December 15 to assist customers with finding stores, opening doors, passing out coupons, help carry trays in the food court and more. Shoppers will be given a card asking that they pass on an act of kindness.

The Lakes Mall is also offering other opportunities to give love to those in need this holiday season.

Charity Gift Wrap – Benefiting Heaven Can Wait and Pound Buddies

Charity gift wrap offers shoppers an easy way to wrap up their shopping and give back to local organizations! Gift wrapping is available near JCPenney, pricing varies on package size and the organization has various operating hours. All proceeds are to support local animal care and rescue efforts. Visit the mall website for scheduled hours of operation at TheLakesMall.com.

Salvation Army Bell Ringers

Salvation Army bell ringers are scheduled throughout the holiday season. Bell ringers are a traditional holiday sight in Muskegon and offer varied opportunities to make small or large donations to support Salvation Army programs.

“There is no easier way to spread the spirit of the season during the holidays – than to incorporate an act of charity into your shopping trip this Christmas,” says Michael Hagen, General Manager for The Lakes Mall. “We are delighted to work with great organizations within our community to offer these opportunities for shoppers to give back.”

Enjoy Festive Entertainment by Local Groups and Organizations

The Lakes Mall welcomes local groups to bring the spirit of the Holiday with their musical entertainment inviting church and school choirs, brass ensembles, small jazz bands, bagpipes and drums. Below lists the schedule:

Friday, December 13

10am – 11am Westshore Lutheran School

12pm – 3pm Zion Tabernacle

3pm – 7pm Cohea Academy of Music

7pm – 8pm Calvary Temple Assembly of God

Saturday, December 14

1pm – 3pm Shelby Jazz Band

3pm – 5pm Oceana County Wesleyan Churches

5pm – 7pm Jericho Road Worship Team

7pm – 8pm Muskegon Regional Police Pipes & Drums

8pm – 9pm WMAAA Brass Ensemble

About The Lakes Mall

Owned and managed by CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. of Chattanooga, TN, (NYSE:CBL), The Lakes Mall features more than 76 great specialty shops and is anchored by Younkers, Sears, JCPenney, Bed Bath & Beyond, and Dick’s Sporting Goods. The Lakes Mall is conveniently located at 5600 Harvey Street and Sternberg Road in Muskegon, Michigan 49444. For more information, visit on-line at TheLakesMall.com.

For More Information:

Michael Hagen

231.798.7104 ext. 228

Michael_Hagen@CBLProperties.com