The festivities begin at Noon on Friday, November 12, as the Salvation Army kick-off their annual Angel Tree event to benefit local children. Sponsored by The Mall at Millenia and WKMG Local 6, this event will take place in the Orangerie Cafes, located on the upper level of the Center. Guests are invited to adopt an �angel� and make holiday wishes come true. The Salvation Army Angel Tree event will conclude on Saturday, December 11.

Celebrations continue at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, November 12, as the Center�s signature Santa�s Arrival event kicks off the start of another holiday season. Santa�s Arrival will take place at the Mall�s Main Entrance which will be transformed into a spectacular outdoor presentation. D.J. Renee begins the fun with an energetic dance party and whimsical Hollyville characters will mingle with guests throughout the evening. Mrs. Claus, Santa�s elves, and stilt walkers will also be on-site as the countdown to Santa�s arrival begins. At 6:45 p.m., Santa will make his magical appearance on The Mall at Millenia rooftop, light the Christmas tree and begin the snowfall at the main entrance. The event will conclude at 7:30 p.m. in the Grand Court.

Santa will be on-site for visits and photos from 7:30 p.m. on November 12th and throughout the season during all mall hours. Candid color photos, sepia-hued black and whites, and CD-Rom images are available for purchase. Each child visiting Hollyville will receive a special complimentary keepsake. Santa photos will conclude at 2:00 p.m. on Christmas Eve, December 24th.

Holiday Shopping Hours
Shopping hours will be extended at the Center throughout the holiday season. The Mall will be closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. For daily shopping hours, consumers can call 407-363-3555, or visit the Center�s website at mallatmillenia.com. (Editor�s Note: To obtain shopping hours at the Center�s anchor stores, news media should contact Neiman Marcus, 407-264-5900; Bloomingdale�s, 407-264-2400; and Macy�s, 407-264-2300).

About The Mall at Millenia
The Mall at Millenia, Orlando�s premier shopping destination, boasts a wide selection of upscale stores that cater to shoppers looking for the perfect gift or the season�s must-have item. Much, much more than a typical mall, The Mall at Millenia features an amazing selection of luxury retailers, including Chanel, Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Tiffany & Co., combined with unique décor and finishes that accentuate the Mall�s upscale atmosphere.
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The Mall at Millenia (Orlando, FL)

About The Forbes Company and Taubman Centers, Inc.
Based in Southfield, Mich., The Forbes Company (www.theforbescompany.com) is a nationally recognized owner, developer and manager of iconic regional shopping centers, recognized in their respective markets for retail innovation, fashion leadership, distinctive architecture and luxury appointments. In addition to The Mall at Millenia, these properties include: Somerset Collection in Troy, Mich.; The Gardens Mall in Palm Beach Gardens, Fla.; and Waterside Shops in Naples, Fla. A project in Sarasota, Fla., University Town Center, is scheduled to open in 2010.

Taubman Centers, Inc. (NYSE: TCO), a real estate investments trust, owns, develops, acquires and operates regional shopping centers nationally. Taubman Centers currently owns and/or manages 22 urban and suburban regional and super regional shopping centers in 10 states. Taubman Centers is headquartered in Bloomfield Hills, Mich. Visit www.taubmancenters.com for additional information.
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Contacts:
Brenda Lounsberry
Marketing Director
or
Dana Romanelli
Assistant Marketing Director
The Mall at Millenia
407-363-3555
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MaureenBridget Gonzalez
Carroll Communications Group
for The Mall at Millenia
352-241-0947
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