Mall at UTC announces amenities

Officials of The Mall at University Town Center have announced some of the new facility's amenities, including a children's play area sponsored by Lakewood Ranch Medical Center.

"The Mall at University Town Center offers a new kind of visitor experience," said Kimberly Dominguez, marketing and sponsorship director, in a statement. "Beyond the stores and restaurants, over half of which are unique to the market, our visitors will enjoy the innovative amenities and conveniences made possible by our community partners."

The children's play area will have a sea life theme and will be located in the lower level by Dillard's.

Other amenities include digital auto kiosks and car displays, at which shoppers can see and request information on Acura, Hyundai, Nissan and Toyota vehicles, as well as a satellite visitors' center sponsored by Visit Sarasota and hotel and shopping packages targeting out-of-state guests.

The mall, slated to open Oct. 16, will have about 880,000 square feet of retail space with more than 100 stores and restaurants.

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