The first day of school is right around the corner. Time to go out and make sure your child has everying they need to start the school year off right. Whether it’s new clothes or supplies, Memorial City is your one-stop shop.
Take advantage of the Tax-free Weekend, August 9-11. During this annual sales tax holiday, you can buy most clothing, footwear, school supplies and backpacks (sold for less than $100) without paying taxes on the items. For more on what rules apply, check the Tax-Free Holiday website.
Many retailers will also be offering discounts during this time. Target is offering sales on everything from clothes and shoes to backpacks and supplies. Keep up with the latest back-to-school fashions at Macy’s and maybe pick up something fun for the parents too. Get up your school uniforms and tech accessories at Dillard’s or shop J.C. Penney’s for some amazing deals. Popular brands such as Hollister, Pac Sun, Abercrombie & Fitch all have 50% off their jeans and extra 40% off their clearance. Vera Bradley has new designs for the perfect backpack. Express has BOGO 50% off their jeans and pants.
Many stores have extra deals aside from tax free weekend. Make sure you come take advantage of these amazing deals!
End your long day of shopping with a great New York style pizza, cannoli’s and a frosty beverage from Dolce and Cannoli Pizzeria.
Can’t make it to the Mall? Academy and HEB in Village Plaza can also help with your back-to-school needs.
Finally, come to Memorial City Mall for an After School Activities Fair, Saturday, August 24 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Xfinity Fireplace. There will be representatives from after school groups and clubs available to talk with parents and sign up their kids. There are a ton of activities available for kids after school including Gymnastics, karate, dance, art, music, and here is your opportunity to learn all about them!
While you're out shopping for coming school year, take a minute to support kids in SBISD going back to school.
Memorial City is teaming up with the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation throughout the month of August for their 2017 Back to School Book & Supply Drive benefiting economically disadvantaged children attending Spring Branch ISD.
Drop off your donation at the collection bin at Memorial City Central located at the clock tower near the Mall food court. The following school supplies are of most need: dry erase markers, washable markers, pocket folders, spiral-bound notebooks, pencils, blunt Fiskars scissors, glue sticks, facial tissue and Post It Notes.