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J.C. Penney Company, Inc. sponsors country music star Blake Shelton’s 2014 “Ten Times Crazier” tour

Singer and Retailer to raise awareness and donations for USO Retailer continues support of military troops and families with 20 percent discount for fourth of July Holiday PLANO, Texas, 2014-7-3 — /EPR Retail News/ —  J.C. Penney Company, Inc. (NYSE: JCP) today announced its sponsorship of country music star Blake Shelton’s 2014 “Ten Times Crazier” tour. As…

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Willie Nelson to perform songs from his latest album on QVC during the “Willie Nelson Q Sessions Live” broadcast on June 12

The Multimedia Retailer to Offer Country Music Legend's Latest Album WEST CHESTER, Pa., 2014-6-6 — /EPR Retail News/ —  To celebrate the release of his upcoming album Band of Brothers,Willie Nelson is scheduled to make a special appearance on QVC during the “Willie Nelson Q Sessions Live” broadcast on Thursday, June 12 at 8 PM (ET). During the hour-long show, Nelson will treat fans to…

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Fisher-Price division HIT Entertainment names Amazon exclusive U.S. home to its popular preschool franchise Fireman Sam®

HIT Entertainment Names Amazon As Exclusive U.S. Home for Globally Prominent Kids Franchise Across All Entertainment Content and Consumer Products NEW YORK, 2014-6-3 — /EPR Retail News/ —  HIT Entertainment, one of the world’s leading preschool entertainment companies and a division of Fisher-Price, today announced that Amazon will be the exclusive U.S. home to the popular preschool…

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John Lewis partnered with children’s charity to host series of book readings by well-known TV personalities at John Lewis shops

LONDON,  2014-6-3 — /EPR Retail News/ —  TV and film star, Peter Capaldi burrowed into a good book today to launch 'Story Time' with Barnardo's and John Lewis, a fun and engaging storytelling campaign which aims to highlight the importance of interaction and communication to a child's early development whilst raising money to support the UK's…

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Apple® to acquire subscription streaming music service Beats Music, and Beats Electronics for $3 billion

CUPERTINO, California, 2014-6-2 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Apple® today announced it has agreed to acquire the critically acclaimed subscription streaming music service Beats Music, and Beats Electronics, which makes the popular Beats headphones, speakers and audio software. As part of the acquisition, Beats co-founders Jimmy Iovine and Dr. Dre will join Apple. Apple is acquiring the…

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Commissaries announced series of savings and sales events for the whole family in June and July

FORT LEE, Va., 2014-5-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Whether it’s fruit and veggies at farmers markets, meat for outdoor grilling, ingredients for graduation dinners or food for the family road trip, you’ll save by shopping your commissary during June.And there’s something new: Your Healthy Lifestyle Festivals. Commissaries worldwide have partnered with installation exchanges, morale, welfare and…

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Laura Muir announced kids can go free to Sainsbury’s Glasgow Grand Prix

LONDON,  2014-5-21 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Laura Muir (coach: Andy Young) today announced that kids can go free to Sainsbury’s Glasgow Grand Prix, which takes place at Hampden Park on July 11-12 and will showcase some of the world’s greatest athletes in action. To mark the occasion, the European U23 bronze medalist joined children from…

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Meijer launches “Meijer Free Thursday Nights” and continues “Meijer Free Tuesdays” admission to the Grand Rapids Art Museum each week

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2014-5-21 — /EPR Retail News/ —  A generous gift from Meijer will launch "Meijer Free Thursday Nights" and continues the popular "Meijer Free Tuesdays," a full night and day of free general admission to the Grand Rapids Art Museum (GRAM) each week, beginning this Thursday. The gift supports free admission for the public from…

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Tesco launches new Clubcard ‘Days Out Sale’ offering special deals on exciting UK attractions

Cheshunt, England, 2014-5-16 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Tesco has this week launched a new Clubcard ‘Days Out Sale’ offering special deals on a range of exciting UK attractions, including Madame Tussauds, London Dungeons and the Eden Project. From safari trips and museum visits to aquariums and castles, Clubcard’s new ‘Days Out Sale’ allows customers to boost…

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World’s fifth largest music retailer Music Store upgrades to Intershop 7.4

The world's fifth largest mail-order retailer of musical instruments and technical equipment picks Intershop—again Top selling points of the Intershop 7 omni-channel commerce solution: the smart promotion framework, high scalability, and great flexibility Jena, Germany, 2014-5-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Music Store confirms the value of its cooperation with Intershop: For eight years now, the…

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Dolly Parton to appear on QVC for a live performance from Nashville on Sunday, April 27

The Multimedia Retailer to Broadcast a Live Intimate Performance with Country Icon WEST CHESTER, Pa., 2014-4-24 — /EPR Retail News/ —  In advance of the launch of her upcoming album Blue Smoke, Dolly Parton is scheduled to appear on QVC for a special performance live from Nashville Sunday, April 27 at 7 PM (ET).  During the “Dolly Parton Q Sessions Live…

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Purina and Harris Teeter invite Dog lovers to cast votes online, April 7-21, for the “Top Dog” of the 2014 Bark in the Park Top Dog Festival

Matthews, N.C., 2014-4-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dog lovers may cast votes online, April 7-21, for the “Top Dog” of the 2014 Bark in the Park Top Dog Festival presented by Purina and Harris Teeter. Go to www.parkandrec.com and click on the Bark in the Park logo to vote. Contestants submitted photos of their canine companions in March, and…

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Music lifestyle brand SOL REPUBLIC now available at Argos

Milton Keynes, UK, 2014-4-8 — /EPR Retail News/ — Fans of world leading music lifestyle brand, SOL REPUBLIC, can now access the range of premium headphones and wireless speakers at online retailer Argos. Dedicated to enhancing people’s lives through better sounding headphones and speakers and constantly developing its products to look, sound and feel unlike anything else in…

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Carrefour China announced the Top 10 Most Influential French Books in China & Top 10 most influential Chinese books in France

BEIJING, 2014-4-4 — /EPR Retail News/ — After one month of voting and selection, on March 25 in Beijing, Carrefour China organized together with Guangming Daily, Guangming Website, and China International Publishing Group, the result announcing ceremony of “Top 10 Most Influential French Books in China & Top 10 most influential Chinese books in France”. Mr. He…

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Wesfarmers to hold free Centenary Community Concert at Northam on Saturday 12 April

Perth, Australia,  2014-3-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — From Somewhere Over the Rainbow performed by one of Australia’s finest classical singers to Tchaikovsky’s spectacular 1812 Overture, there will be something for everyone at the free Wesfarmers Centenary Community Concert at Northam on Saturday 12 April. As the major public celebration of its centenary, Wesfarmers is about to…

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Albertsons Shopping Spree Race with NASCAR Driver Brian Scott on Thursday March 20, 2014

Rancho Cucamonga, California, 2014-3-20— /EPR Retail News/ — NASCAR Driver Brian Scott Gearing Up for Sweet Shopping Spree Race at Albertsons Who:     Brian Scott, Richard Childress Racing driver of the No. 2 Anderson’s Maple Syrup Chevrolet, is preparing to trade in his race car for an Albertsons grocery cart. What:      Traveling at lightning speed is no problem for this NASCAR Nationwide…

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Sarah Kaufmann to carve 640-pound block of Cheese on March 20 at Ballantyne Commons Harris Teeter

Charlotte, N.C., 2014-3-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sarah “The Cheese Lady” Kaufmann to Carve Wisconsin Cheddar Cheese Showcasing Various Collegiate Teams in “Hoops Fever” Basketball Art Sculpture Dates:   March 19, 2014 – March 23, 2014 Where:  Harris Teeter Ballantyne Commons 15007 John Delaney Dr. Charlotte, N.C. 28277 Interviews are available.  Live shots are welcomed! March 20, 2014, Sarah “The Cheese Lady” Kaufmann will…

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Girl group Little Mix recorded their version of the 1980’s classic ‘Word Up’ to help raise funds for Sport Relief

LONDON, 2014-3-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — The most exciting girl group of the moment have recorded their version of the 1980’s classic ‘Word Up, originally by Cameo, to help raise funds for Sport Relief. Leigh-Ann, Jade, Perrie and Jesy have also made a fun exclusive video showing how to customise the official Sport Relief T-Shirt. The fantastic…

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The Muppets are coming to QVC on March 16

QVC Celebrates Disney's Muppets Most Wanted with a Day of Surprises March 16 WEST CHESTER, Pa., 2014-3-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Imagine a pig, a pair of frogs and their posse walk into QVC. Sound like a far-fetched story filled with contagious laughter? Well, it will be reality on March 16 when the Muppets burst through QVC's doors to…

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Sainsbury’s eBooks launched new online book club

LONDON, 2014-3-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sainsbury’s is launching a new online book club giving you the chance to discover exciting new books, add your own reviews, meet other book lovers, win prizes, and collect bonus Nectar points. Join Sainsbury's Book Club Sainsbury’s Book Club online follows the success of Sainsbury’s in-store book club. Members will…

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Nicolas Ghesquière’s debut show for Louis Vuitton capped the Fall/Winter 2014-2015 collections with triumphant style

Paris, France, 2014-3-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — The moment everyone was waiting for throughout the recently ended Paris Fashion Week did not disappoint. Nicolas Ghesquière’s debut show for Louis Vuitton capped the Fall/Winter 2014-2015 collections with triumphant style. He knew everyone was waiting to see what he would do, and he more than met their expectations. "Today is a…

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SM Supermalls, Project Headshot Clinic and Dream Project Philippines launch Inspire campaign and digital exhibit to celebrate Women’s Month

Manila, Philippines, 2014-3-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — In celebration of Women’s Month, SM Supermalls, Project Headshot Clinic, and the Dream Project Philippines are launching a campaign and digital exhibit called Inspire. Inspire brings together 100 of the country’s most inspiring women from all fields and industries, such as Irma Adlawan, Andi Manzano, Cheska Garcia-Kramer, Kai Magsanoc,…

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Belk invites kids to participate as models in its KidFest fashion show on March 29

Parents and legal guardians interested in having their children ages 4 – 12 participate as models in the KidFest fashion show in their community should contact their local Belk store now to register. CHARLOTTE, N.C., 2014-3-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Belk hosts its bi-annual Kidfest in-store event Saturday, March 29, from noon – 3 p.m. at all…

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Gap launched “One Stitch Closer” program to celebrate International Women’s Day

NEW YORK, 2014-3-7 — /EPR Retail News/ — On International Women’s Day, March 8th, Gap is introducing “One Stitch Closer,” a new program that extends Gap’s long-standing commitment of supporting women. At the center of the program is Gap Inc.’s P.A.C.E. (Personal Advancement & Career Enhancement) program, which will expand to provide education and training to even…

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Global multimedia retailer QVC to set up shop in LA to capture the magic of awards season with three-hour live broadcast

QVC's Red Carpet Broadcast to Feature Elegant Fashion and Glamorous Beauty Live Broadcast from L.A. to Spotlight Star-Studded Soiree WEST CHESTER, Pa., 2014-2-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Celebrating red carpet style for the fifth consecutive year, global multimedia retailer QVC will once again set up shop in Los Angeles to capture the magic of awards season with an…

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Belk announced the semifinalists for the company’s 2014 Southern Musician Showcase

Charlotte, NC, 2014-2-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Belk today announced the semi-finalists for the company’s 2014 Southern Musician Showcase. Chosen from more than 2,000 submissions, the 33 semi-finalists will now perform at live auditions in Live Nation venues in Atlanta, Nashville, Austin and New Orleans. Winners of those auditions will move on to a final competition…

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SM Mall of Asia: 5th Pyromusical Competition kicks off on Saturday, February 15, 2014

Pasay City, Philippines, 2014-2-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — An amazing display of fireworks and music will kick off on February 15, 2014, Saturday, 7:00 PM at the Seaside Boulevard of the SM Mall of Asia (MOA). The Festival will run for six consecutive Saturdays until March 22. A phenomenal showdown of lights and sounds from 10…

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Miss Piggy Designs Red Carpet Bag for Multimedia Retailer QVC

Fabulously Fashionable Miss Piggy Designs Red Carpet Bag for Multimedia Retailer  QVC Launches Sweepstakes to Celebrate Disney’s Muppets Most Wanted WEST CHESTER, PA, 2014-2-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — The ever-stylish, ever-fabulous Miss Piggy appeared on QVC last night to announce her latest venture in the fashion world – Miss Piggy’s Haute Tote, which she designed…

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Philippines: SM Cinema unveiled Director’s Club Cinema and IMAX Theatre in the newest expansion of SM Megamall in Ortigas – the Mega Fashion Hall

Manila, Philippines, 2014-2-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — SM Cinema, the largest cinema exhibitor in the country to date, unveiled a Director’s Club Cinema and an IMAX Theatre in the newest expansion of SM Megamall in Ortigas—the Mega Fashion Hall—last January 26, 2014. The Mega Fashion Hall—a high-end wing which will house trendy, global brands from food…

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Sainsbury’s offers movie fans the first ever Video on Demand film and eBook ‘bundle’ on the release of Captain Phillips movie

London, UK, 2014-2-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — From Monday 10 February until 16 February Sainsbury’s is offering movie fans the first ever Video on Demand film and eBook ‘bundle’ on the release of hit movie Captain Phillips, which is expected to be the most popular film of the week. Customers who download the film from Sainsbury's Entertainment for the…

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