Underwater-Inspired Kids' Mermaid Fun at 900 NORTH MICHIGAN SHOPS In Downtown Chicago July 19-28th

“Underwater Wonders” 

AWAITS VISITORS TO 900 NORTH MICHIGAN SHOPS 

ONCE AGAIN THIS SUMMER

Friday, July 19 – Sunday, July 28

Photos by Ben Ramos

Ocean-themed art projects * Interactive and imaginative journeys * Ocean conservation * Fishtail braids * Fish scale face painting * Seashell sugar cookies * Splits of bubbly * Keepsake photos with a real-life mermaid


Additional activities include:

Bubbles Academy will feature a pop-up offering ocean-themed art projects, and an imaginary adventure across the sea, complete with props, costumes and songs! For more information, and to register for classes visit
Educational information on ocean conservation, and a chance to become an adopted, “child of the sea” by Blue Ring

Mario Tricoci will be offering complimentary fishtail braiding, and fish scale, face painting

Adorable seashell sugar cookies compliments of Aster Hall

Bellina Caetano will be showcasing their new summer collection, which includes some of the same, beaded jewelry the mermaid will be wearing

Sweet Star champagne splits by Chandon USA


WHAT:           
900 North Michigan Shops has partnered with Bubbles Academy, Mario Tricoci,    Aster Hall, Bellina Caetano, Chandon USA, and ocean conservation group, Blue  Ring, to produce an underwater-inspired oasis of enchantment and engagement  for mermaids and sailors of all ages. 

Starting Friday, July 19th, visitors can tuck into the iconic shopping center to do everything from visiting with a real-life mermaid in a dreamy, Instagrammable setting, to participating in ocean-themed art projects, and learning about ocean conservation. Kids can even commit to becoming an, “adopted child of the sea”, and receive a free pendant made of plastic to remind them to keep recycled waterways clear of pollutants. The mostly free activation runs from Friday, July 19th to Sunday, July 28th, and is open Monday through Saturday from 10AM-2PM, and Sunday from 12PM-4PM.   

                                                                                                                                        
Activities to include:

Bubbles Academy pop-up will feature ocean-themed art projects like decorating a treasure chest, or making flowery, mermaid crowns, and an imaginary adventure across the sea complete with props, costumes and songs! For more information, and to register for classes visit http://www.bubblesacademy.com/bubbles-at-900/ 
Educational information on ocean conservation, and a chance to become an adopted, “child of the sea” by Blue Ring
Photos and visits with an enchanting, real-life mermaid, courtesy of 900 North Michigan Shops  

Bellina Caetano will be showcasing their new summer collection, which includes some of the same, beaded jewelry the mermaid will be wearing
Fishtail braid bar, and fish scale, face painting by Mario Tricoci
Sweet Star champagne splits by Chandon USA
Adorable seashell sugar cookies courtesy of Aster Hall


WHERE:         
All activities will take place on Level 2 of 900 North Michigan Shops

WHEN:           
Friday, July 19th through Sunday, July 28th, 2019
Mondays through Saturdays, 10AM-2PM, and Sundays from 12PM-4PM.

      
The following activities are free and open to the public:

Explore the ocean-themed Bubbles Academy space
Educational information on ocean conservation
Become an adopted, “child of the sea” – participants receive a blue charm necklace made of recycled plastic found in the ocean
Visits and selfies with the mermaid  
Viewing of the new, Bellina Caetano summer jewelry collection
Fishtail braid bar
Fish scale, face painting
Seashell cookies


The following activities have fees associated:

Bubbles Academy
Mermaid & Pirate Adventure - $25
Treasure Chest Decorating or Mermaid Flower Crown - $10
Chandon Sweet Star champagne splits - $17
Bellina Caetano jewelry – each item priced individually
Pricing for photos with the mermaid are as follows, with a portion of proceeds benefiting ocean conservation non-profit Blue Ring:
$30 (2) 5x7
$40 digital download
$45 for (2) 5x7 and digital download
Visit shop900.com for complete details on the underwater-inspired experience.


ABOUT 900   
An iconic anchor of the Magnificent Mile, 900 North Michigan Shops is a 465,000-square-foot,
seven-level experiential retail destination in the heart of Chicago. The property is in the midst of
a multi-phase renovation designed to further elevate and enhance the guest experience.
Anchored by Bloomingdale’s, 900 North Michigan Shops features more than 70 luxe retailers
including a two-level Gucci, MaxMara, and Aritzia, and recently opened Aster Hall - a 22,000
square-foot, chef driven food hall.