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Come celebrate the opening of Blain’s Farm & Fleet newest store location, opening at 1771 Wisconsin Avenue in Grafton, Wisconsin<\/strong>! The event will run from October 20-22, 2022!<\/strong> You won’t want to miss out on this massive 3-day celebration, featuring demonstrations from vendor partners, door-buster prices, and over $25,000 in prizes given away!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Grafton Grand Opening will feature special appearances by Ahman Green, former player for the Green Bay Packers<\/strong>, and Marques Johnson, former Milwaukee Bucks player and current basketball analyst for the Milwaukee Bucks on Bally Sports Wisconsin!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ahman Green will be at the Grafton store between 10AM-12PM on Saturday, October 22nd, courtesy of Thorogood.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Marques Johnson will be at the Grafton store between 5:30PM-6:30PM on Friday, October 21st, courtesy of Coca Cola.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n

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Come out to the new Blain’s Farm & Fleet of Grafton for great prizes, and store-wide savings!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

“Wisconsin has been the home of Blain’s Farm & Fleet for over 65 years, so we are so pleased to bring our newest store to the Grafton community for our valued customers to enjoy”.<\/p>Jane Blain Gilbertson, Blain’s Farm & Fleet CEO, Owner, and President<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n

Great Prizes!<\/h2>\n\n\n

The Grafton Grand Opening will feature over $25,000 in prizes to be given away at and directly following the event, including shopping sprees being given out each day! One lucky winner will win $1,000 on Thursday and Friday, and come back on Saturday for a chance to win a $3,000 shopping spree! We will have prizes that interest everyone, from all of our different departments!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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These are just a few of the prizes that will be given away during the three-day celebration!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n

Ask the Experts & Demonstration Information<\/h2>\n\n\n

The Grafton Grand Opening will feature vendor partners who will be on-site to answer any questions you have about products. Below is the schedule when they will be on-site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Don’t miss out on getting questions answered by the experts!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n

Store Features<\/h2>\n\n\n

The new store features 94,500 square feet<\/strong> of shopping throughout the building’s remodeled interior and exterior, as well as state-of-the-art technology. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The full-service store will also include an automotive center and tire shop with a full selection of brand-name tires, car batteries, motor oil change supplies, and a small engine repair department to meet all automotive needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Other unique features include a big and tall clothing selection, work wear, shoes, boots, hunting gear, and an extensive pet food and supply center. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Customers can also experience a convenient drive-thru service where they can pick up orders in two hours or less, and customers on the go can pull up and purchase items from pet food, softener, salt, and mulch without an advance order.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

“I am so excited to be a part of such a warm and friendly community. My team and I are ready to provide exceptional customer service to the welcoming people of Grafton”.<\/p>Ashley Bonnier, Blain’s Farm & Fleet – Grafton Store Manager.<\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Additional Store Information<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bringing in over 100 jobs for the local community, Blain’s Farm & Fleet of Grafton will also host hiring events before the store opens for those interested in becoming a part of the Blain’s Farm & Fleet family. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A three-day hiring event will occur from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 7 and Thursday, September 8, and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, September 9, at the Ozaukee County Fairgrounds Pavilion. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

An additional one-day event will take place on Wednesday, September 14, at the Hampton Inn & Suites in Grafton from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Founded in 1955, Blain\u2019s Farm & Fleet is a specialty retailer with 43 locations throughout Illinois, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Michigan. This Modern General Store\u2122 remains steadfast in its commitment to offering customers high quality products, competitive prices, and reliable service. Visit www.farmandfleet.com<\/a> or download the Blain\u2019s Farm & Fleet mobile app. <\/p>\n\n\n

Official Rules<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n

For product prize and gift card drawings. Sign up for Blain\u2019s Rewards October 20th-22nd at the Blain\u2019s Farm & Fleet of Grafton, and you will be automatically entered. If you are already a Rewards Member, you will automatically be entered when you make a purchase at the Blain\u2019s Farm & Fleet of Janesville. Rewards Members can stop by Customer Service at the Blain\u2019s Farm & Fleet of Grafton to enter without making a purchase. In-store giveaways are only for Rewards Members at Blain\u2019s Farm & Fleet of Grafton.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Only purchases that are made in-store at Blain\u2019s Farm & Fleet of Grafton will qualify. Online orders shipping to home and buy online, pick up at store do not qualify. REGISTRATION for all product prize and gift card drawings enrolls you into our E-Newsletter. You may unsubscribe at any time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

WINNERS WILL BE NOTIFIED by email only. Please be sure to provide your email address when signing up. We do not sell the information you provide us. Please read our Privacy Policy for additional questions. YOU DO NOT NEED TO BE PRESENT TO WIN. WINNERS WILL BE NOTIFIED BY OCTOBER 26, 2022 AND WILL HAVE 48 HOURS TO RESPOND TO CLAIM THE PRIZE, OR IT WILL BE FORFEITED. Prizes may be picked up at the Blain\u2019s Farm & Fleet of Grafton unless otherwise requested by the winner. You will be asked to produce identification when you claim your prize, at which point you may be asked to complete further paperwork depending on the prize. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Prizes may not be returned or exchanged. Employees of Blain Supply, Inc., Blain\u2019s Farm & Fleet, vendors, sales representatives, and members of their households are not eligible to enter. All drawings, including those held on social media, are concluded on October 28, 2022, at 6:00 PM.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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