We Now Know Why Extra Pink Is Popping in Rochester, MN Saturday

If you go to the Apache Mall on Saturday, October 12th, be prepared to see a whole lot of pink! There is also a grand opening for a new store that is opening with lots of free gift cards - check out those details below.

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Pink Bag Event at the Apache Mall in Rochester, Minnesota on Saturday

Right now in the United States, there are over 4 million women that have heard the words "breast cancer". This year alone, about 310,720 women will hear "invasive breast cancer" as a diagnosis.

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In October, our world turns pink for all of those who hear the diagnosis of breast cancer. And one event in Rochester, Minnesota is bringing people together to show support and a pink bag.

The Pink Bag event is hosted at the Apache Mall in partnership with the United Breast Cancer Foundation and Join the Journey. If you are a breast cancer patient or survivor, register with Join the Journey to get your pink bag on Saturday, October 12th. The Pink Bag event will be happening at the Apache Mall between 11:00 am and 3:00 pm in the JCPenney Court and Center Court near Caribou Coffee.

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Grand Opening Just Announced for New BoxLunch Store at the Apache Mall in Rochester, Minnesota

About 10 months ago, news broke that BoxLunch was bringing the next new store to Rochester! The wait to finally start shopping is over because it was just announced that the new BoxLunch grand opening celebration is Saturday, October 12th and Sunday, October 13th. Quite a few fun elements for guests are happening both days, including gift card giveaways.

Huge List of Halloween Trunk or Treat and Family-Friendly Events in Southeast Minnesota

If you are looking for a fun and safe Halloween event for your kids this year, we've got the list for 2024! Enjoy one or all of these fun, family-friendly events and trunk-or-treat activities in Rochester and around the Southeast Minnesota area.

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