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Three businesses join The Shoppes at Grand Prairie in Peoria

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Three businesses join The Shoppes at Grand Prairie in Peoria

Three businesses stores have joined The Shoppes at Grand Prairie in the past month.

The Peoria shopping center, located at 5201 W. War Memorial Drive, announced that the three new tenants are the home goods store Leah and Mack, Zenchi Jewelry and GKB Candle Co.

Leah and Mack completed its move from the Metro Center and will open Tuesday. Zenchi Jewelry opened this month and GKB has been operating at the Shoppes since last month.

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According to Megan Otto, general manager of The Shoppes at Grand Prairie, Leah and Mack is a lifestyle boutique with personally curated pieces. Zenchi Jewelry will carry an array of items for any budget or lifestyle, and GKB Candle features hand-poured candles and waxes in addition to hosting experimental themed events.

“All these business owners have such a passion for their brand,” Otto said. “That is what we look for. It’s one thing to open a business, but it’s another thing to really live your brand and put your heart in your business.”

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Otto added that all three stores are planning grand opening events for July 27. GKB has announced on the Shoppes at Grand Prairie website that it will host a live music performance by musician Marquise Hendo and a Nashville-themed candle pouring event. Reservations chef Jeremy Washum will also offer his take on Nashville hot chicken and fried potatoes.

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