Shopping center continues to expand and thrive as Ventura County enters red tier
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OXNARD — Summer may be over, but the weather is still beautiful, and The Collection at RiverPark is offering a safe place for the community to shop, dine and enjoy the fresh air. As Ventura County moves into the red tier, even more businesses will be open at the shopping center for visitors to enjoy.
For those interested in dining out, many of The Collection’s restaurants are reopening indoor dining at 25% capacity. Restaurants will also be offering outdoor dining with extended patio space, giving visitors an opportunity to enjoy a meal and the warm Southern California weather, while safely social distancing. Additionally, The Collection’s Park View Court area is open for the community to enjoy. Visitors can grab their food or coffee and sit in the courtyard for an outdoor picnic.
In addition to enjoying a meal, The Collection’s visitors can meander the outdoor walkways to explore and experience the shopping center’s diverse sculptures, murals and other artwork. Artist Skye Sweet recently created a mural with incredibly intricate details and vibrant colors that visitors have to see for themselves.
Many of the indoor businesses at The Collection are now open as well, with added sanitation and social distancing measures in place so visitors can safely shop at their favorite stores. Additionally, personal care and beauty services, such as hair studios, nail salons and more are now available indoors. 24 Hour Fitness will be resuming indoor operations, and as of Friday Oct. 9, Century RiverPark 16 & XD will also be open to serve moviegoers.
The Collection continues to expand, recently welcoming new tenants, including LaserAway and Ethan Allen. Future openings will include Girl Scouts of California’s Central Coast, located on Town Center Drive. In addition, local favorite Don Waffly and new restaurant Burnin’ Mouth, a take on the Nashville hot chicken concept, will be opening later this year in The Annex Food Hall.
“We are excited to see The Collection continue to grow and thrive in ways that benefit our community,” said General Manager Michael Pynn. “As we move into the red tier, we are focused on creating even more opportunities to connect with the community and help them safely experience all The Collection has to offer.”
All stores and outdoor areas at The Collection are adhering to state and local public health guidelines as well as recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. During their visit, shoppers can expect to see additional hand sanitizing stations throughout the property, increased cleaning of high-touch areas and signage to assist with social distancing. Visitors are encouraged to follow the social distancing guidelines set forth by the state and wear personal protective equipment, such as masks.
For more information about The Collection and its restaurants and shops, go to http://www.thecollectionrp.com
About The Collection — The Collection at RiverPark is a 750,000-square-foot, open-air, specialty retail center located in the heart of West Ventura County. Inspired by the beauty of the California coast, The Collection reflects the unique atmosphere of the surrounding seaside communities and features a carefully crafted assortment of established and contemporary designer shops, distinctive dining, and signature entertainment venues. Anchors include Target, Century RiverPark 16 & XD, Levity Live Comedy Club, 24-Hour Fitness SuperSport, REI, Whole Foods Market, H&M, Ulta and The Container Store. Restaurants include Yard House, Larsen’s Grill, Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar, The Cheesecake Factory, Red Robin, Panera Bread, Five Guys Burgers and Fries, Copper Blues Rock Pub & Kitchen, Gen Korean BBQ, Kabuki Japanese Restaurant, Los Agaves Mexican Restaurant, Luna Grill, Settebello Pizzeria Napoletana, Texas de Brazil and more. The Collection is also home to The Annex Food Hall, a 16,000-square-foot, beautifully designed, artistic, inviting food hall that celebrates the spirit of small business and local operators. For more information, visit http://www.thecollectionrp.com and follow @TheCollectionRP and @AnnexFoodHall on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
About The Annex Food Hall — The Annex is a 16,000-square-foot food hall located within The Collection, Ventura County’s premier shopping, dining and entertainment destination. The first food hall in Ventura County, this beautifully designed, artistic and inviting gathering place celebrates the spirit of small business and local operators. A culinary-focused, community-minded marketplace, The Annex features an eclectic collection of shops and eateries blending dining experiences and unique flavors in a shared space with bar-front and common area seating, patio spaces for outdoor dining, special events, gorgeous local artwork, entertainment, and more. There is a story to be shared with the design, from repurposed old bowling alley lanes converted to dining tables to hand painted murals and other unique pieces of art. Culinary offerings include Silverlake Ramen, Bottle & Pint, Love Pho Café, Ragamuffin Coffee Roasters, Taqueria El Tapatio and The Blend Superfood Bar. The Annex is also home to special jeweler Sueno Jewelry Studio. For more information and upcoming events, visit http://www.thecollectionrp.com/the_annex