New Contract Postal Unit to open in Arlington

What:
Grand Opening Ceremony

Where:
Mimi’s Cards & Gifts Contract Postal Unit (CPU)

When:
Friday, January 11, 2008

Who:
Tony (B.W.) Kang, Owner Mimi’s Cards and Gifts CPU
Michael S. Furey, District Manager, USPS Northern Virginia

Background:
A Grand Opening ceremony will take place at the time and location above. The new CPU is designed to look and operate like a Post Office and will meet the needs of the growing community. The CPU will provide mailing and shipping needs for customers who can be served as they shop for cards and gifts. Light refreshments will be served after the ceremony.

The hours of operation for the new CPU are:

Monday thru Friday – 8:30 am -6:00 pm
Saturday – 9:00 am -1:00 pm

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