Microsoft store opening in Kenwood; O.A.R and Brandon Phillips joins celebration | News

SYCAMORE TOWNSHIP, OH (FOX19) - In one week, Microsoft's first retail store in the Tri State will open in a huge way at Kenwood Towne Centre. The two-part celebration kicks off on Thursday, November 8 with grand opening ceremonies at 10:30 am.

The first 200 people in line will receive two complimentary premier viewing wristbands for a free O.A.R. performance featuring Andy Grammer on Saturday, November 10 at 2 pm.

One wristband grants you admission to both the performance and the meet and greet with O.A.R. after the show. The second wristband grants another person admission to the concert only. The next 1,250 people in line, at minimum, will receive two premier viewing wristbands to the O.A.R. Performance.

The concert will be held on mall grounds in the parking lot near Macy's, off Kenwood and Galbraith Roads.

During Microsoft's opening day on Thursday, Reds player Brandon Phillips is making an appearance for a Celebrity Kinect event being held in the Living Room section of the store. Customers will have a chance to meet Brandon Phillips, have their photo taken , receive a signed photograph and some lucky people will get to play Xbox Kinect with him.

The Kinect event will begin at 6:00pm. The line for fans will open at 2:00pm. Those wanting to receive a premier wristband for Saturday's concert will be allowed to start lining up at 10:00pm on Wednesday, November 7, in the parking garage near Macy's, off Kenwood and Galbraith Roads. No tents or sleeping bags will be allowed.

Additional information on the Microsoft Store can be found on the official Facebook page.