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hen the Micronesia “We learned that with increasing traffic, we Mall opened its needed to expand, and we did. Soon after, with doors on 8/8/88, it a larger capacity we were able to meet the was because of a demands for space by new stores and restau-

commitment Lucio rants. National store names like Macy’s, as well 2013 August Tan made to as not-so-famous, but equally successful local provideW the people of Guam with the finest, companies wanted to an integral part of most complete shopping and entertainment Micronesia Mall. And from the reactions we’ve center in the region. However, before Dr. Tan received, the shoppers are happy with the began building the largest enclosed shopping additions. mall in the Western Pacific, he started But we’re not stopping there. While we’ve investing in Guam much earlier, in the 1970’s. added more shops under different categories, Dr. Tan first purchased Tommy’s Bakery and we recognize that there still remains a desire the original American Bakery located in Maite, among the public for more. In the upcoming then merged the two bakeries. His next months, residents and visitors will begin to business creation was Toppy Furniture in 1978, see more stores and restaurants opening up, and which is still operating today in concourse we’re even venturing out into a new location. three of Micronesia Mall. The 32 acre site of This new and exciting shopping center will the mall was subsequently purchased in 1980. carry on our company’s vision for greater Because Mr. Tan believed that Guam was on access to popular, moderately priced products, the verge of a population shift to Northern services and entertainment. Guam, he made the promise to develop a At the Micronesia Mall, we are thrilled to massive shopping center that would mark the have come so far, and my vision is to continue convergence of dining and entertainment to serve the people of Guam. I promise that with together with world class shopping. Between your trust and support, we will continue to meet 1988 and today, the mall has revolutionized your expectations in the years to come.” retailing on Guam.

About Dr. Lucio Tan Dr. Tan’s accomplishments are numerous. On island, in the Philippines and in other parts of Asia, he is first and foremost recognized for his business acumen. In Guam, he owns a line of successful businesses, including Micronesia Mall, Tumon Bay Mall, Philippine Airlines GSA, American Bakery, Toppy Furniture, Guam Beachfront Residences, Grandview Development and Acetown, among others. This rightfully earns him the recognition as the largest Philippine investor in Guam. However, his works extend into a serious commitment to charitable, fraternal and civic organizations. In early 2003 Dr. Tan extended his education philanthropy by pledging $1 million dollars to the University Of Guam. That same year In June 2003, Lucio Tan was bestowed a Doctor Of Humane Letters degree in recognition of his assistance to the island of Guam. So profound are his works that November 4, 2002 was proclaimed Lucio C. Tan day by Governor Carl .T.C. Gutierrez. Additionally, Tan was bestowed the Ancient Order of the Chamorri, the highest honor given by a gover- nor to community members with exemplary contributions to Guam. He was also appointed Guam’s Honorary Ambas- sador-at-Large for his contributions to People Helping People during Typhoon Chata’an. August 2013 Micronesia Mall Celebrating 25 Years 4 5 August 2013 Micro Mall Celebrating 25 Years 6 MICRONESIA MALL: CELEBRATING 25 YEARS

Phase 2: Grand Opening December 4, 1998. Micronesia Mall Celebrating 25Years August 2013

New additions: Ground breaking of Phase 2 expansion on June 25, 1997.

wenty years ago on Monday morning, Au- gust 8, 1988, Dr. Lucio and Mrs. Carmen Tan, Governor Joseph Ada, ArchbishopT Anthony Apuron together with other dignitaries and special guests cut the ribbon at the entrance to Micronesia Mall, the largest shopping center in the Western Pacific. The ribbon cutting and blessing kicked off a week-long celebration that included giveaways, freeze modeling, live Today, Micronesia Mall remains the largest shopping radio remotes, performances by the Harlem Globetrotters mall in the region. Since its opening, however, the mall has GROWTH and full color laser light shows performed by the undergone important changes to accommodate Guam’s company that lit the Statue of Liberty during America’s growing population, expanding tourism industry and The growth in Guam’s tourism since 1988 and the bicentennial. It was a special day that forever changed subsequent increased demand for goods. resulting benefits to the economy have resulted in a shopping on Guam. consistent demand for prime retail space. To meet this demand Mr. Tan once again invested in Guam’s people BACK TO THE BEGINNING and future by more than doubling the size of Micronesia Mall in 1998 to over 750,000 square feet. The mall’s Previously there were no 100-store shopping malls, no on-going leasing objective is to meet the needs of retailers food courts or mall center courts for community events large and small from every country and today it is nearly and no covered parking for shoppers. It was because of 100 percent leased. the trust, confidence and close ties Tan has always had On opening day the mall had 66 stores, 11 eateries and with Guam’s people since the early 1970’s, that he made 13 kiosks. Some of the original stores and eateries that are a major commitment to Micronesia to create the best still achieving success after 25 years include Paul’s, Mand- shopping destination in the region. sar, Tabaquera Gifts, Primo Surf, Denny’s, Fun Fair, Su & The primary mission of Micronesia Mall then and Hawaii, Great American Cookie Company and Studio 211. today is to offer shoppers the greatest variety of the most Today the mall has grown to feature 23 eateries, 90 stores, popular, moderately priced name brand stores and restau- 4 entertainment venues and 14 coffee and snack shops. rants. In order to accomplish this mission, Tan built Guam’s largest, two-level enclosed shopping mall with a 10,000 square foot center court, Guam’s first 200-seat Fiesta Food Court and featuring convenient surface Grand opening: At the ribbon cutting ceremony and blessing on parking at every mall entrance. 8/8/88, white doves were released for good luck.

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I Continued from page 6 Expansion: Governor Ada and Dr. Tan discuss the Phase 2 Mall Expansion on UNPRECIDENTED MIMO: A true piece of art. June 25, 1997. SUCCESS THE MALL HAS IT ALL Most notably, famous design- ers, company-owned and fran- But the mall offers up more than chised stores have achieved great shopping boutiques and eater- unprecedented success in the ies—among its most popular crowd- mall. In fact, many have their pleasers are attractions that have been top grossing and most prof- around for as long as the mall has been itable brands in Micronesia open. Fun Fair, the mall’s expansive Mall, including Macy’s, Foot game arcade, is as popular today as it Locker, GameStop, Vitamin was when it first opened. And with the World and Pay-Less addition of Funtastic Park, featuring Supermarket to name a few. The largest store construction expansion rides like Road Rage and its very own roller Because 50 percent of all retail occurred in 2009 when Macy’s nearly dou- coaster, its no wonder why the mall is so

Micronesia Mall Celebrating 25salesYears worldwide are impulse pur- bled in size. Today Macy’s is undergoing popular with families. chases, shopping synergy is cre- an expansion of their Children’s Depart- To this day, kids and first-time visitors ated when stores, restaurants and ment, which will add 5,433 more square stand fixated before a one of a kind sculpture entertainment are showcased feet.In addition to housing Macy’s, Ameri- that stands in center court. MIMO (short for together in a convenient, safe and ca’s largest most popular department store, “Micronesia Identified Moving Objects”) or comfortable shopping environ- Micronesia Mall also features the largest “Pelota Pagoda,” the name given to it by its ment. Micronesia Mall’s 131 750-seat food court and more stores and creator, world-renown artist George Rhoads, August 2013 stores, restaurants and entertain- restaurants (131) than any other center in of New York. ment have the critical mass neces- the region. Of those stores and restaurants The 26-foot audio kinetic sculpture sary for shopping synergy. When it is comprised of 4 anchor tenants; 23 suspends billiard balls and basketballs that you factor Micronesia Mall’s com- restaurants; 19 apparel stores; 30 specialty, collide with an arrangement of chimes, bined foot traffic from the tourist, souvenir and gift shops; 10 jewelry stores; xylophones, cymbals and bells, creating the resident and military markets with 4 cellular providers; 8 banks, travel and in- background trademark tune that greets annual sales that are higher than National stores like Macy’s and Foot surance companies; 9 beauty and nail visitors that make their way into the center are attainable in most mainland malls, then Locker, plus local tenants like Micronesia shops; 8 shoe and handbags stores; 2 toy court. But the MIMO’s instrumental song in it’s easy to see why demand for mall space Mall theatres and JP Superstore have all stores; and 14 coffee and snack shops. the background isn’t the only thing that has never been greater. expanded in order to meet demand. I Continued on page 10

Tumon Bay Mall under construction 9 August 2013 Micro Mall Celebrating 25 Years 10 MICRONESIA MALL: CELEBRATING 25 YEARS

I Continued from page 8 ersary Giveaway. : October 12, 1993 Fifth Anniv brings observers to Packed imity to billions of travelers from Pacific center court, which is Rim countries. Guam’s tourism industry will now widely known as a continue to grow. Ideally situated only a few suitable site for commu- hours flight time from major markets. Many nity events, large and of these market such as Tokyo, Hong Kong, small. Manila, Seoul, Sydney and Honolulu, Micronesia Mall is a popular destination for Pacific, Asian, Russian and American CENTER COURT shoppers. Before Micronesia Mall, there were no mall LOOKING FORWARD center courts in Guam. Center courts are utilized During the third and fourth quarter of this for community events in year Micronesia Mall will continue to offer cities across the United the most popular brands and stores that Guam’s residents and visitors crave. Six new Micronesia Mall CelebratingStates 25Years and around the world. The mall’s 10,000 tenants will be celebrating their grand square foot center court openings including Guam’s only Toys “” continues to be the site for Us, Guam’s only Philippine National Bank, special events and shows the fashion forward Laguna Beach Store, since 1988. The center the top brand Missha Cosmetics and a ne w court has hosted island Express Care Beauty Clinic. In addition, August 2013 competitions like iDance the mall is in the final stages of offering a and iSing, school concert prime location for Guam’s first restaurant that is projected to open performances, super stars, car Basketball tricks: giveaways and more. And in November 2013. Five existing mall ten- The Harlem TOURISM ants are under renovation and expansion even in the middle of the week, G olobetrotters including Macy’s Children’s Store, ABC the court is swarming with fit- perfor in front of a In 2012, the Micronesia Stores, Docomo/MCV, Bestsellers Books ness aficionados getting their packed center Mall hit its highest mark in and the Guam Telephone Authority. Zumba workout. court on opening sales, an achievement that it Looking to the future, there is planned a It has become a perfect day, Aug. 8, 1988. attributes to an overwhelm- physical expansion of Micronesia Mall plus place for families, friends, and ing influx of shoppers, includ- the completion of an exciting and modern community members to gath- ing a record number of sister mall, the Tumon Bay Mall.Retailing er for an array of different oc- tourists. That year, Guam had to turn away on Guam has experienced substantial growth casions. With this in mind, the 200,000 tourists due to the lack of hotel and phenomenal success since 1988 and mall has not taken any short- rooms and other stay accommodations, but Micronesia Mall has been at the forefront. cuts in securing the for those who made it to the island, they Because of Mr. Tan’s foresight and safety of its establishment.To enjoyed affordable shopping, entertainment commitment to the island, Micronesia Mall make the mall a safe haven and food at “The Mall”. and Guam are prominently on retailers’ radar for shoppers during times of An average of 1.2 million visitors come around the globe. storms, it has 200 air to Guam every year. Tourism is Guam’s most conditioned stores eateries. important industry and due to its close prox-

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acy’s during its Macy’s: Shoppers line up early at M m residents Black Friday sale. Thousands of Gua way around the waited in a line that stretched half- Micronesia Mall. h t he per mission o f the These i mages were u sed wit N ews, G uam. A ny Publish er of t he Pacific Daily thout t he explicit republ ication of t he i mage wi isher is in v iolat ion of permissio n o f the P DN Publ federa l copyri ght l aws.

Tango: Fantast ic Summer Flicks dressed as C winner A.J. San apt tos 2013 August ain America, pos , t the bers at the es with family h while assisting a customer a Guam premiere mem- ess- Employees share a laug Man” a of “The Amazing Pay-L t the Micronesia Spider- ia Mall Pay-Less. Mall Stadium Ta Micrones ngo Theatres.

ducing new products and new concepts. “offer the island the most Pay-Less Because of the specialty departments, the Mall modern and state-of-the-art Supermarket thrives at is a destination store with robust sales and we true auditorium stadium-seating theatre.” Thanks continue to be optimistic of the future. to the partnership between Tan Holdings Cor- Micronesia Mall Many of the Micronesia Mall management poration and Art Gordon the public demand for team continues to be actively engaged with Pay- an addition to Guam’s entertainment scene was Macy’s thankful for Less since our acquisition over 19 years ago. We happily met. Message from Kathy C. Sgro, have seen the mall evolve over the years as they Choosing to operate at the mall was a not a Mall’s support Chairman of the Board and Executive have also seen us remodel and change out our difficult decision. The Micronesia Mall is the Vice President, Pay-Less Markets, Inc. equipment several times over the past 2 decades. biggest mall on the island and is located at the riginating as a small market in Agana, Message from Ryan Torres, Vice OJ&G Thrifty Market opened in March We have good rapport with mall management most populated village on Guam. Given the and look forward to continued success with the high traffic intrinsic to the mall’s location and President and Store Manager, Macy’s 1950. The name was changed to J&G Pay-Less Guam Markets in 1950. Calvo Enterprises, Inc. pur- owners, management team as well as our mall unique offerings, the mall helped Tango meet its acy’s, America’s largest department chased Pay-Less Markets in December 1985 neighbors. expectations and attain their business objectives. Mstore chain, has had a huge success on which included 5 store locations. A 6th Pay- I am pleased to congratulate Dr. Lucio Tan, The quick recovery from the super typhoon Guam. It has been around for 19 years, provid- Less was added in Oka in 1987. and the staff and management of the that hit Guam in 2001 is testament to the mall’s ing its local and visiting customers quality prod- On Feb. 16, 1994, Calvo Enterprises took Micronesia Mall, on the 25th anniversary strong establishment. The mall was closed for uct assortments, customer service and shopping over Safeway Supermarket in the Micronesia celebration! only one day, with minor damages that were environment. Mall which is the largest of the Pay-Less immediately repaired. Following cleanup, while Based on the reviews from the community, Markets chain. The majority of the Safeway the island had no power or water, the mall and the store felt the need to accommodate their Message from Mike Benito, General growing demands. Recently, Macy’s underwent employees were retained by Pay-Less Markets Manager, Pay-Less Markets, Inc. Tango Theatrees continued to do business. and the transition was generally smooth t is hard to believe that it has been 19 Although the year was just wrapping up, that an expansion of its Kid’s Department with an an- ticipated opening in mid-August. With the on- under store manager, Curt Wyatt. The large years since time proved to be one of the busiest periods in IPay-Less going project, the store will offer a wider assort- footprint of Tango’s operation. took over the for- ment for kids, adding on to the latest selections Pay-Less The theatre was quick to renovate, adding mer Safeway loca- of athletic shoes for kids in late June. “The lead- Micronesia more screens and two additional auditoriums ership team is great to work with,” says Macy’s Mall afforded tion. Since that to accommodate the increasing quantity of Guam vice-president and store manager, Ryan the opportuni- time we have built new movie releases. Today, the theatre is proud Torres, who after working closely with Microne- ty to add a a great working re- to provide digital and 3-D-capable screens. sia Mall has always experienced their support Floral Shoppe, lationship with the With a mission to provide the best movie pre- for the store. On the mall’s 25th anniversary bank and bak- management team miers, promotions and in theatre experience to Torres adds, “We are happy to be a part of this ery. We also at the Mall. the community, Tango has never been one to celebration.” experimented Pay-Less did a shortcut its plan for high quality of service. Thanks to Macy’s continued partnership with with a deli/sal- major renovation project at the Mall “Our guests appreciate our presence, with the mall, the ad bar and the mix of our friendly local service and the department video store. In a few years back and aside from the normal grocery selections you find at other Pay-Less Mall’s accessibility we are confident that we store can host 2004,the will be able to continue to provide the public a variety of Micronesia Mall store was the first supermar- Stores, we put additional emphasis on our Natural & Organic Section. We also have one with the best events that ket in Guam to offer a large health food section cinematic meet the com- called the “Health Smart” department. Since of the largest and most expansive wine and liquor sections on island at this store. experience on munity’s then, the Health Smart department has grown island,” said We are quite bullish about the Mall and look needs. Specifi- tremendously over the years, to meet the local Lazuna. In ad- forward to being a regular fixture at this cally, with sup- demand for organic and healthy products. dition to their location for many years to come. port from Mi- Pay-Less Micronesia Mall is currently man- positive busi- cronesia Mall, aged by Ms. Bernie Onedera who oversee’s ap- ness practice, Macy’s will proximately 100 employees in a footprint total- Tango Theatres finds a the theatre at- the hold the ing 40,000 square feet, of which 35,000 sqare tributes many fifth annual Macy’s and Red Cross High Heel- feet is retail space. The Mall is the key store for home at the thanks to the A-Thon. With its customers and community in employee cashier training, contest shopping Micronesia mind, the widely recognized half-mile run/walk sprees, press conferences and major Micronesia Mall Mall, which has to be held on Saturday, August 31, is sure not promotional displays. In addition to the Health been very sup- to be the only project on the growing store’s Smart department, Pay-Less Micro Mall boasts Message from Kit Lanuza,Tango portive of the lineup. one of Guam’s largest wine and liquor depart- Theatres, General Manager theatres events and promotions. “We look for- For now, however, it will focus on ments and an extensive produce and meat de- he Micronesia Mall Stadium Theatres, or ward to many more years of partnership with the expansion and delivering the same quality of partment, as well. Pay-Less stays on top of TTango Theatres opened on Nov. 22, 1998. Micronesia Mall,” Lazuna adds. service and variety of products that it has been grocery trends and consumer demands by intro- The mission of the Theatres then and now is to for many years. 14 August 2013 Micro Mall Celebrating 25 Years August 2013 Micro Mall Celebrating 25 Years 15 16 Come on in: 17 Breakdance: Pay-Less Market and the Route 16 Entrance.

Dancers Years 25 Celebrating Mall Micronesia perform during the open circle style dance in center court. This image was used with the permission of the Publisher of the Pacific Daily News, Guam. Any republication of the image with- out the explicit permission of the PDN Publisher is in violation of federal copyright laws.

Boxing: Main event: Jordan Manglona of Saipan, left, and Guam’s Adrienne Forte’ performance: Francisco square off in the boxing main event of the annual Domino Lux During the mall’s second Party with This image was used with the permission of the Publisher of the The Stars Under The Stars, July 3, 2001. Peace Festival. The first: Micronesia Mall's and Guam's first food court, Micronesia Mall Celebrating 25Years Pacific Daily News, Guam. Any republication of the image without the explicit

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Dragon: Chinese School of Guam students Kyle Takahash, 15, and ZUMBA: Zedekiah Raphel, Kenrick Wong, 15, center, leads the Zumba perform the workout to the participants traditional Lion with the help of Jocelyn Dance in center court. Camacho, Mangilao Z. This image was Familia Instructor, back left, used with the per- at the PDN Good Life Event. mission of the Pub- This image was used with the lisher of the Pacific Macy’s: Daily News, Guam. permission of the Publisher of Shoppers fill the aisles at Macy’s, during its Black Friday sale. Thou- Any the Pacific Daily News, Guam. sands of Guam residents waited in a line that stretched half-way around the republication of Any republication of the image space. This image was used with the permission of the Publisher of the Pacific Daily the image without the explicit News, Guam. Any republication of the image without the explicit permission of the without the permission of the PDN Publisher PDN Publisher is in violation of federal copyright laws. explicit is in violation of permission of the federal copyright laws. PDN Publisher is in violation of federal Funtastic Park: Mall General Manager Phillip Schrage, Goodwind Vice Pres- copyright laws. ident James Chiang, Lt. Governor Madeline Bordallo, and speaker Tony Un- pingco cut the ribbon of Sept. 10, 1999.

Taekwondo: Jumping side kick and punch: DJ Dela Rosa breaks two boards with a jumping- side-kick-and-a-punch technique during the opening ceremonies of the 2012 Master Noly's Taekwondo Tournament. This image was used with the permission of the Publisher of the Pacific Daily News, Guam. Any republication of the image without the explicit permission of the PDN Publisher is in DANCE: Janine and Brian, representatives from violation of federal copyright laws. This image was used Guam DancePort Federation, demonstrate the The Sharks cheerleading squad gets the crowd pepped up in center court. "Tango", at the Micronesia Mall. Cheers: with the permission of the Publisher of the Pacific Daily This image was used with the permission of the Publisher of the Pacific Daily News, Guam. Any republication of the News, Guam. Any republication of the image without the image without the explicit permission of the PDN Publisher is in violation of federal copyright laws. explicit permission of the PDN Publisher is in violation of Editorial by Phillip Schrage, VP and Leasing Manager federal copyright laws. 18 August 2013 Micro Mall Celebrating 25 Years August 2013 Micro Mall Celebrating 25 Years 19 20 MICRONESIA MALL: CELEBRATING 25 YEARS

ince opening in 1988, Micronesia Mall Right: From left, Micronesia Mall Assistant has provided the island and its consis- Manager Fred Yamon, Micronesia Mall Tourism tent of visitors with the largest Manager Sayumi Ishioka, Macy’s General American style shopping experience Manager Ryan Torres, Mayor Melissa Micronesia Mall Celebrating 25Years S in the Western Pacific. Savares and Micronesia Mall General Manager Phillip Schrage attend the ribbon-cutting for the Then, the island was just recovering from the re- official opening of Macy’s new men’s and cession of the 1970s and early 1980s, but the pub- children’s store located in concourse four. lic was extremely receptive of the new addition to This image w as u sed w ith th e p ermissio n of the the still-developing shopping scene. Within five Publish er o f t he Pacifi c Daily News, Guam. Any republica tio n of t he im age w ithout th e e xplic it years, owner, Dr. Lucio Tan announced his com- permissio n o f th e PDN Publis her is in v iolatio n o f federal copyrigh t la ws. August 2013 mitment to an expansion that would more than dou- ble the size of the then-current 300,000 square feet to over 750,000, accommodating for the ob- served increase in traffic. In 1998, the Phase 2 expansion was completed. The food court was moved from the ground level to the second level and increased in size from 200 seats to 750 seats. Concourses 3 and 4 were expanded and included a second level with open atrium-style concourses with skylights. Left: On the Holiday SuperTrain: Justin Green Two multi-level parking garages were included to and his 7-month-old daughter, Jasmin, and provide shoppers with a total of seven parking Bryan Villanueva and his 3-year-old daughter, levels for convenient, covered access to the new Khirten, back seat, enjoy a ride on the Holiday wings. A 20,000 square foot in-door amusement SuperTrain. This image was used with the permission of the Publisher of the Pacific Daily News, Guam. Any republication of the image without the explicit I Continued on page 22 permission of the PDN Publisher is in violation of federal copyright laws.

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Phase 2, 1998 Phase 1, 1988 Micronesia Mall Celebrating 25Years August 2013

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park adjacent to the new food court was also created in 1998, featuring nine thrilling rides for In 2007, the Guam Visitors the young and the young-at- Bureau awarded their Excel- heart. A state of the art ten- lence in Tourism Award to the screen, all-stadium seating mul- Micronesia Mall for its annual ti-plex theatre was a special at- “Holiday Lights Experience.” traction included in the Phase 2 The next year, in 2008, the expansion for shoppers. Later largest travel magazine, Travel + it expanded to 12 screeens. Leisure Magazine, named Mi- cronesia Mall’s Holiday Lights CHANGES AND Experience one of the ten best TRANSITIONS holiday light displays in the world. Festive s how: Co Today, the mall is nearly c lorful flash ourt during ing lights 100 percent leased, but compared the holidays. and music of t COMMUNITY COMING This imag he H e was u sed oliday L wit h ights and to 25 years ago, there are now the imag the permi Snow S TOGETHER e withou ssion of hows ill t the ex the Publis uminate c more retailers who are setting up plicit pe rm her of th enter ission e Pacific Da of the PDN P ily N e shop at the mall, a diversity of ublish ws, G uam. Beyond the fame dutifully earned er is in v Any repu iolation of f blication ederal c of in its time on island, Micronesia Mall has re- long-time stores and restaurants and newer ones opyri ght l aws. ally come to foster the spirit of community establishing themselves for the first time. SuperTrain in center court. and collaboration in its 25 years. In teaming One of the major changes has been with anchor store And during the holidays, mall-goers excitedly up with important partners like Nissan and America’s largest department store chain, Macy’s, gather to witness the “Holiday Lights Experience,” a Motors, Philippine Airlines, and Foot- which came to Micronesia Mall in 2001. Macy’s moved show that illuminates the center court with a masterly locker, the mall launched the ever popular Greatest into what was once Liberty House, which established arranged sequence of Christmas lights, music and spe- Cars and Getaways Game, where winners receive cars, itself in 1994, after purchasing the mall’s original an- cial effects. This is a one-of-kind show, where every plane tickets and other great prizes. chor tenant, Sterling Department Store. light, strobe, globe, cosmic ribbon, burst of snowflakes, For 25 years the mall has also been the host site and In 2009 Macy’s nearly doubled in size from 81,124 and aroma machine are computer controlled, assembled major sponsor of Rainbows For All Children Guam, a square feet to 149,377 square feet which includes two cohesively, and programmed artistically to the medley anchor spaces in the North wing, where the men’s and of Christmas songs. So stunning is the show that it has peer support group for children that have lost a signif- children’s departments are housed. And with more attracted the likes of big-name agencies around the icant loved one or are going through a life-altering plans for growth, Macy’s is currently undergoing an world, namely one in Tokyo, where tourists are return- crisis. expansion of its Children’s Department. ing with their personal footage of the spectacle. Twenty-five years is just one of what will be many marks in Micronesia Mall’s history. With the contin- ADDITIONAL ATTRACTIONS AWARDS AND RECOGNITION ued support from Guam’s residents and visitors, it looks forward to expanding the mall and continue to But the mall is famous for more than its great stores The mall received the Guam Visitors Bureau’s Best offer the biggest and best shopping in the region.ex- and restaurants. With families and fun in mind, the Tourism Promotion award in the years 1998, 2001 panding the mall and continue to offer the biggest and mall offers extra attractions like rides and games at and 2007 for the $200,000 Shopping Spree & best shopping in the region. Funtastic Park and Fun Fair arcade, films at the Sweepstakes, Party With The Stars Under The Stars Micronesia Mall Theatres, MIMO and their seasonal and the Holiday Lights Experience, respectively. August 2013 Micronesia Mall Celebrating 25 Years 23 24 August 2013 Micro Mall Celebrating 25 Years August 2013 Micronesia Mall Celebrating 25 Years 25 26 MICRONESIA MALL: CELEBRATING 25 YEARS

Sushi: The drunken tiger roll served at the Sushi Rock Restaurant in the Micronesia Mall. Micronesia Mall Celebrating 25Years August 2013

Cinnabon: Brandon Sablan, 9, and his mom Helen hold Chillatta drinks from at the Micronesia Mall .The shop offers a variety of drink flavors as DOCOMO: From left: Karl Pangelinan Director of well as its famous Sales , John Wu Chief Operations cinnamon Officer Docomo Pacific, Jay Shedd President and confections. CEO of Docomo Pacific, James Chang President of Goodwind Development Corp., Willy Onglao, and Coffee for Phil Schrage cut the ribbon for the re-grand open- donations: ing of the Docomo Pacific store in Micronesia Mall. Sanjay Dewan, Royal Hibiscus owner of I Port of I Tropical T-Shirts Mocha, hands out a free coffee Banks, Tavel and Insurance drink to Ashia Toy shopping: Menchu Suarez, along withher I Calvo’s Lifestyle daughter Abigail and her son Vince, shop for Lynn Palma I Goodwind Travel and for a donation friends and relatives at KD Toys’ midnight sale. dropped in Tours/Philippine Airlines the red kettle I Great National Insurance of the Department Store Salvation Macy’s Army at the I Beauty and Nail Shops Micronesia I Beauty Bar Mall. Theatres I Hair Town I Micronesia Mall Theatres I Harnn & Thann (Tango Theatres) I Hollywood Nails I I Hollywood Nails II JP Xtreme: Fashion Supermarket I Javani Beauty retailer JP Superstore celebrates the re-grand I Pay-Less Supermarket I Natural by Nina opening of their retail I Studio 2-11 stores JP Edge and JP Apparel Stores Xtreme with a ribbon cutting ceremony. From I Accession Boutique Coffee and Snacks left- Phil Schrage I American Pie I American Bakery (Goodwind VP and I Bench leasing manager), Eric I Candy Headquarters Ichioka (president of I Fashion by Lily I CINNABON City Hill Co., Ltd.), Nina I GAP I Ichioka (vice president of I JJ Styles City Hill Co. Ltd. and I director of JP I JP Edge I Great American Cookie Co. Superstore), De Anne I JP Xtreme I Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt Rivera (executive assis- tant director to retail, JP I Magic + I Superstore), and Ed I Neutral I Port of Mocha Untalan (senior vice presi- I Original Levi’s Store Snow Pearl dent, First Hawaiian Bank). I I Papaya Clothing I Tutti Frutti These images were used with the permission of the Publisher of the Pacific Daily News, Guam. Any republication of these Paul’s images without the explicit permission of the PDN Publisher is in violation of federal copyright laws. I I Continued on page 28 August 2013 Micronesia Mall Celebrating 25 Years 27 28 MICRONESIA MALL: CELEBRATING 25 YEARS

Delicious: Jun Espaldon, owner of Coldstone Ice cream: Menchie’s mascot Creamery Guam, is photographed in front of his greets guests as they walk in Micronesia Mall store with some of his staff. for a free frozen yogurt during the grand opening in the Micronesia Mall. Micronesia Mall Celebrating 25Years August 2013

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