Spring is in Bloom at Settlers Green

Settlers Green is celebrating the arrival of spring with a series of special events, seasonal openings and new store arrivals starting in May.

On Saturday, May 10, Settlers Green is hosting its first-ever Mother’s Day Stroll. This event includes a free, all-inclusive ticket to special events, shopping promotions, lunch and drink specials and free gifts. The event is being presented by The SoakingPot Infusion Spa, which will provide a gift for every person that is registered. Space is limited and the Guest List closes on May 8. Join the Guest List.

In conjunction with the Mother’s Day Stroll, Settlers Green will host a Public Art Reveal of its newest public art piece. “IO” by Rik Phillips will be revealed at 11 a.m. next to Eddie Bauer. Phillips will be on hand for the event and lend first-hand insight to the inspiration and workmanship. The 16-foot piece was inspired by Phillips’ research and reflection of the discovery of Jupiter’s red moon, IO. The bright red sculpture is reflective of the moon’s signature volcanic landscape.

Settlers Green adopted “IO” from Jerry Dougherty of Jerry’s Furniture in Intervale, NH, where it had spent over three decades. It was designed in 1988 and created in 1989, receiving media attention in The Boston Globe and was on display for an 18-month span at the Concord Art Museum in Massachusetts before becoming part of Dougherty’s private collection.

“‘IO’ went through a complete restoration at Color Coatings in Wakefield, NH, and was installed last fall,” said Marketing and Events Director Laura Lemieux. “It is our first-ever art restoration project, and we are happy to give it a proper introduction before officially joining over 15 other custom art pieces along the center’s public art walk.”

The Public Art Reveal is open to the public. Learn more about the Settlers Green Public Art Walk.

Turning to development updates, shoppers are in high anticipation for new store openings including aerie and Pandora. Aerie is a fast-growing women’s lifestyle brand focused on lingerie, cozy apparel, swim and activewear. It is a sister brand to American Eagle. Aerie aims to open by June 5 in Suite H40 next to Old Navy. Pandora, the world's largest jewelry brand, will open a new store on July 3 in Suite L20 next to Polo Ralph Lauren.

“In recent years, Pandora has elevated itself from a charm and bracelet company to a complete fine jewelry brand,” said Marketing Director Laura Lemieux. “The sleek store design will create an intimate shopping experience with something for any jewelry wearing and buying occasions.”

Additionally, Francesca’s has recently relocated and is now open in Suite B18 next to Talbots. The center is preparing for the return of seasonal offerings including Cheese Louise, Sprinks Ice Cream Truck and the Sam Adams Beer Garden. Cheese Louise and Sprinks are slated to open Memorial Day Weekend while the Sam Adams Beer Garden opens on Mother’s Day Weekend. It will feature live music every Saturday from 1-4 p.m. with local artist Julia Velie headlining the opening weekend during the Mother’s Day Stroll on May 10. The Sam Adams Beer Garden is located outside of Mountain Moose Noodles.