Shopping Center Business Magazine

The April 2026 issue of Shopping Center Business offers valuable insights on doing business in The Villages, Florida, with a focus on our community’s newest town center, Eastport. Inside the magazine, you’ll find a letter from the publisher titled Buying Power, a two-page spread with key statistics, and a featured article about the growing retail opportunities in […]

Publix

Building on record-setting success in our community, Publix, a popular Florida-based supermarket chain known for its top-notch customer service, is set to open their 9th golf car accessible location in The Villages. Their newest store is set to open in the family neighborhood of Middleton in 2027. Considered the largest and fastest-growing employee-owned supermarkets in […]

Walmart

https://youtu.be/8KDdbx0R6D4?rel=0 Walmart opened a new 197,000 square foot “store of the future” in the southern part of The Villages, located at State Road 44 and Morse Boulevard. This new Supercenter is the third Walmart in our commmunity. It joins a Walmart Supercenter in Buffalo Ridge, serving the northern area, and a Neighborhood Market and Fuel […]

Custom Apparel

https://youtu.be/M4zfYABgdGo The Carrs are keeping it in the family.  Offering personalized products for schools, businesses, churches, clubs and more, Robin and Shawn Carr have been serving The Villages since 2009 from their popular Southern Trace Plaza location.  Now, their daughter, April, and her husband, Karter Klein, saw an opportunity to open Custom Apparel’s second location […]

Found For Home

https://youtu.be/OpNQ6LLfjg4 The first retail store to open in The Villages’ newest town center, Eastport, this was the perfect location to serve new homeowners in the area.  This home decor boutique offers wall art, pillows, rugs, kitchenware and more from a bright and charming space. Location & Info 7040 Central Lake Drive, The Villages, FL 34762 […]

Costco

Costco Buffalo Ridge Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting

The new Costco warehouse in The Villages is larger than the typical Costco warehouse, and broke company records for opening day revenue and membership signups. This golf-car accessible location features 32 fuel pumps, 700 parking spaces, and a dedicated 2,000 square foot liquor store. This opening is one more way The Villages continues to grow […]

Sprouts Farmers Market

Sprouts Farmers Market Laurel Manor Plaza

Sprouts Farmers Market, a natural and organic grocery store, opened its first location in The Villages, offering grocery pickup, delivery and catering to match our residents’ healthy lifestyle. Location & Info 23,000 Square Feet Visit Sprouts Farmers Market Explore Laurel Manor Plaza Photo Gallery Load More YouTube Video Vmail E-Newsletter & Web Post Facebook Post […]

J.Jill

J Jill Spanish Springs Ribbon Cutting

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U-QF0Nxa0K4&t=2s?rel=0 J. Jill has joined the lineup of shops at Spanish Springs Town Square, adding a fresh new destination for stylish, comfortable, and versatile clothing. J. Jill is a fantastic addition to the vibrant lifestyle possibilities in The Villages, offering clothing and accessories that effortlessly fit Villagers day-to-day adventures. Location & Info Explore Spanish Springs […]

Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming

Woof Gang Bakery and Grooming Owner

https://youtu.be/ICc2in8YZx0?rel=0 Building on their success in Brownwood Paddock Square, Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming is opening a second location catering to families in Middleton. Locations & Info Brownwood Explore Brownwood 3,648 Square Feet Visit Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming at Brownwood Middleton Explore Downtown Middleton 2,573 Square Feet Visit Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming at […]

Love Home Harmony

Love Home Harmony Owner

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vr6561K5m6k Carolyn Wood, the owner of Love Home Harmony, talks about opening her new second location in Spanish Springs. From home accents to clothing to jewelry and more, Love Home Harmony is where you’ll find inspiration to make your house a home. Location & Info Explore Spanish Springs 979 Square Feet Photo Gallery Load More […]