Retailer News

Bluewater hosts a rolling programme of special events throughout the year.

Here's what's coming up:

SPICE GIRL GERI HALLIWELL TO SIGN NEW CHILDREN'S BOOK AT WATERSTONE'S BLUEWATER

Geri Halliwell – The fantastic Spice Girls star will be signing copies of “Ugenia Lavender”, her first book for children, at Waterstone's (Guild Hall) on Monday 26th May, from 2-3pm.

The store's children's events coordinator Lucy Hudson says: “I'm so excited that Geri Halliwell has chosen to come here to sign her first ever children's book! It's a real honour to be welcoming such a huge celebrity to the store for this extremely rare book signing appearance. We would urge customers to be here as early as possible on the day as access to the queue will be first come first served and we expect it to be very busy.”

The Jet Set by Elemis

Exclusive to John Lewis Elemis, the British skincare and spa brand chosen by British Airways introduces The Jet Set, an essential travel collection* available exclusively at John Lewis from 8th to 24th May 2008. Worth over £50, reach for the skies with this essential mix of beauty must-haves, a free gift with any two or more Elemis full size product purchases.

The Jet Set contains:

• Rehydrating Rosepetal Cleanser (50ml)
• Rehydrating Ginseng Toner (50ml)
• Maximum Moisture Day Cream (20ml)
• Pro-Collagen Oxygenating Night Cream (15ml)
• Sharp Shower (50ml)
• Clear zipped travel bag, eye mask, mirror, Toothbrush and cotton wool pads.
• PLUS £20 off an Elemis Power Booster Facial*

The Jet Set for Men option is also available, containing skincare, shaving and body essentials. For a limited time only, experience Jet Set Therapy, exclusively at John Lewis. The combination of a moisture-boosting facial and sensational foot massage is perfect for the travel-weary, or as a pre-flight essential.

While the facial is being performed, restoring radiance to dehydrated and stressed skin, the Intelligent Massage Chair helps to ease away tension. The final indulgence is a ‘Flying Feet' massage. Hot stones and a cool gel help to improve circulation and reduce swelling, leaving you walking on air! All this Jet Set Therapy for just £45.

Available from the 8th to 24th May 2008 at the following John Lewis, Bluewater

We can't weight to meet you!

Meet the LighterLife team and find out the fastest way to effective weight loss! We're visiting eight shopping centre across the UK during May, and will be in Bluewater on Saturday 17 May.

Yo-Yo Weight?

Come and find out about fast effective long term weight loss – while being entertained by one of the UK's leading yo-yo players. Grab a free yo-yo and learn some new tricks!

Manicures

Our manicure team are on hand to pamper you including your choice of the latest Spring shades of nail polish.

Chef Demonstrations

The LighterLife chef will be demonstrating sexy summer salads and tasty, easy nibbles. Light, quick and healthy – the LighterLife way!

Lighten Up!

Weight loss issues? We'll have Clinical Advisors available plus motivational advice from our LighterLife success stories. Come and discover how they lost 3 stone or more with LighterLife.

Salsa beat!

Move to the beat and work that weight off with some fun Salsa lessons.

www.lighterlifeontour.com

Musician Shop have live music every Saturday, all of our instore gigs are free, everyone is welcome and will have the chance to talk to the bands and grab some freebies!

We also offer guitar Lessons with James which are available on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 12-7.30pm and Thursdays from 10am until 3pm. Call the shop on 01322 423 167 to arrange a lesson or speak to James directly.

We have just taken a massive delivery of Fender, Gretsch, Guild and Jackson guitars and are also stocking the fantastic Line 6 range. We are also supplyers of ESP and Gibson guitars and if you dont see what your looking for in store please dont hesitate to ask and where possible we can order it for you.

For further details please go to www.musicianshop.com

TOUR THE VINEYARDS OF TUSCANY WITH CARLUCCIO'S

From 19 May to 13 July, Carluccio's will embark on a wine tour of Tuscany, one of Italy's most illustrious regions, known for producing some of its finest grapes. The eight week festival will see Carluccio's in Tunbridge Wells and Bluewater feature some of the region's best known wines, conduct special wine tastings and serve authentic Tuscan produce, from regional dishes and freshly pressed olive oils to seasonal delicacies. The Tunbridge Wells caffè will also host a special four-course food and wine dinner on 1st July, allowing guests to delight in Tuscan dishes paired with Carluccio's favourite wines from the region.

John Lewis Events - May

Personal fashion advice for men

• Most people could do with a little help when it comes to buying new clothes. There's a lot to think about ; what's in and what's out…which colours and styles look best…what will still look good next season…and which clothes will make the most of what you've got already.
• Attending a personal fashion appointment may seem a little extravagant, but at John lewis it's a free service, so why not treat yourself?
• Once you've told us what you are looking for, you can relax while we get to work. Make an appointment now by speaking to a sales assistant in the Menswear department, or call 01322 624123 ext 4233 For info - we are launching this on a small scale this month - testing popularity.

Fourth Wednesday of every month between 10am - 12noon

Woolly women - John Lewis' self named knitting group

Join the group in the Place to Eat restaurant, (situated on the first floor within John Lewis). Come along and enjoy a complimentary cup of tea or coffee and the chance to knit and chat with friends. Contact John Lewis for further details.

The Bach Original Flower Remedies ‘BE HAPPY ROADSHOW' is coming to Bluewater!

The Bach Original Flower Remedies team will be visiting Bluewater on the 17th & 18th May 2008. Come see us to find out how to fulfil your potential and de-stress while on your frenzied shopping trip. You can find our tranquil stall outside Thorntons on the lower level, we'll have qualified Bach practitioners on hand to give you FREE consultations and other offers and giveaways.

While you're there, don't forget to try your luck at our amazing competition to win a year's supply of flowers! You can also win one of 20 free consultations by visiting our website www.bachremedies.co.uk

Every second Sunday

The World's First MBT Mall Walks at sweattyBetty

Now on at sweatyBetty, join a qualified MBT trainer to pound the malls of Bluewater at 10.00am every second Sunday for an hour's workout. Contact the store directly on 01322 313687 for further details.

The MBTs; Masia Barefoot Technology trainers, are designed to mimic the way Masai tribes walk. The trainer's rolling sole imitates uneven terrain to re-establish the natural conditions of standing and walking. This causes the muscles to work harder and in turn improves posture, reduces impact and stress on joints, reduces cellulite and varicose veins and improves circulation. Totally free, all you need are your MBTs, an eye for window shopping and a free hour.