Babies R Us is coming back, sort of.
The retailer, which closed its doors in 2018 as part of the Toys R Us bankruptcy, is returning to stores, thanks to a collaboration with Kohl’s.
Babies R Us is creating a store-in-store experience at 16 Kohl’s locations in Southern California and 200 stores nationwide, according to a map provided by Kohl’s.
Inland Empire stores are in Beaumont, Chino, La Quinta, Menifee, Mira Loma, Murrieta, Redlands and Victorville. Other Southern California stores-in-stores will be in Alhambra, Buena Park, Laguna Niguel, Rancho Santa Margarita, Irvine, Tustin, Downey and Lakewood.
Kohl’s, which already sells the baby gear at its online site, isn’t sharing when the Babies R Us boutiques are opening but says it’s happening at 200 stores nationwide.
Merchandise will include baby gear, furniture, activities and accessories. Kohl’s said the Babies R Us experience store will not take away from its offerings from children, which features brands like Little Co. by Lauren Conrad, Jumping Beans, Carters and Nike.
Stater Bros. completes Riverside store renovation
The Stater Bros. at 2995 Iowa Ave. in Riverside got an extensive makeover stretching from the store’s facade to its interior.
The store refresh included new décor, flooring and checkout stands, according to the San Bernardino-based supermarket chain.
In addition to its usual array of produce, meat and grocery staples, Stater Bros. says it’s added a number of Hispanic and Latin snacks, beverages and candy. For all you ramen fans, there are more Asian-style noodles and sauces in the mix.
A grand “reopening” will be held Wednesday, May 15. The store will host food samples and raffles.
Stater Bros. Charities is donating a combined $12,500 to local nonprofits, each getting $2,500. They are UC Riverside’s Basic Needs R’Pantry; Riverside Police Foundation for its Teen 2 Teen program; Riverside Art Museum; Riverside Community College District Foundation for its Riverside City College Veterans Center; and The CARE Project Inc.
Exhibitor spots available at Riverside Forward expo
Riverside Forward, a business innovation expo, is looking for businesses to participate in the May 15 event.
The expo hosted by the Greater Riverside Chambers of Commerce takes place from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at the convention center (3637 5th St.)
Businesses are encouraged to share how they are using new technology and methodology “to work smarter, faster, and more efficiently.”
The public is welcome to the free event. A form for participants can be found online at shorturl.at/aorZ3
For more information, contact Ramy Shbaita at 951-683-7011 ext. 210 or email rshbaita@riverside-chamber.com.
Temecula Valley launches 10Lakes tourism campaign
Just in time for summer vacations, Temecula Valley launched a new tourism endeavor called 10Lake Valley.
The campaign includes 10 lakes and eight communities over a sprawling 214 square miles and includes Canyon Lake, Hemet, Lake Elsinore, Menifee, Murrieta, San Jacinto, Temecula, and Wildomar.
10Lake Valley was inspired by Visit California’s “Ultimate Playground” campaign, which encourages visitors to “embrace play their own way.” The region features myriad ways to hike, bike, fish, boat, go wine tasting or launch in a hot air balloon.
“What many people don’t know about Southwest Riverside County is that there are many unique areas waiting to be discovered, and that’s what 10Lake Valley is all about,” said Chuck Washington, a Riverside County supervisor.
For more information, go to www.10lakevalley.com
Riverside grand opening celebrations this week
All Magic Paint & Body: 4:30 p.m. May 14 at 22420 Van Buren Blvd., Suite 200, Riverside. The 30-year-old company operates auto body shops in Norco, Corona, and Riverside. It offers collision repair and other services.
El Pollo Taco Peruvian Cuisine: noon, Tuesday, May 15 at 3980 University Ave. in Riverside. The restaurant serves a host of Peruvian dishes including anticuchos camaron (shrimp skewers), vegetarian lomo saltado (stir-fried beef), rice dishes and pasta. Phone: 951-823-0610
The Cleaning Squad: 3 p.m., June 4 at 27576 Commerce Center Drive, Suite 208, Temecula. The company specializes is commercial and residential cleaning services. Phone: 951:595-0141
Leto Financial & Insurance Services: Opened May 9 at 3233 Arlington Ave., Suite 105, Riverside. Phone: 833-240-5129
Company celebrates 30 years
Arellano Associates in Chino Hills is celebrating 30 years in business.
Founded in 1994 by Genoveva Arellano, the company that specializes in public outreach has grown to 75 employees.
The company says it has 100 active projects throughout Southern California, servicing transportation, energy and water sectors. AA provides public relations, community engagement and strategic communications.
The company is hosting an open house to celebrate its anniversary on June 13.
For more information, go to arellanoassociates.com
Headlines you might have missed:
Here’s a quick rundown of news you might have missed last week from the Inland Empire team:
In-N-Out nears completion at the Shops at Jurupa Valley: Fielding Buck tells us that the fast-food chain is hoping to open the eatery at 4038 Pyrite St. soon but has no opening date.
Mission Inn Museum in doubt: A dispute between the Mission Inn Foundation and Mission Inn Hotel & Spa means the museum’s longtime home at the downtown Riverside hotel is now in doubt. Sarah Hofmann has more on the lease dispute at pressenterprise.com.
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