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Posted: April 22, 2016
Nordblom Compay leases 1,784 s/f to Xtend Barre
Burlington, MA 3rd Ave, the dining, entertainment, and home goods provider, have completed a lease with Xtend Barre.
Void of run-of-the-mill chains, this specialty store-lined boulevard features goods crafted by artisans and high-end brands including Wegmans, The Bancroft, Tony C’s, Kings, Osteria Nino, Bedford Farms, Boston Interiors, Carter’s Diamonds, Cambridge Savings Bank, PAUL Bakery, 18|8 Fine Men’s Salon, Redstone American Grill, Quinstance, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, Kohler Signature Store, FLOR, David’s Tea, Dover Rug, The Shade Store, and Xfinity with James Joseph Salon opening this summer.
“We are pleased to welcome Xtend Barre to 3rd Ave. They offer a concept that clearly compliments the energy of our neighborhood. We look forward to having them add another quality business that people have come to expect to find at 3rd Ave,” said Adele Olivier, senior vice president for Nordblom Co.
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