The new Westlake Ace Hardware at 1536 N. Champlain Dr. replaces the Orchard Supply Hardware store. Photo by David Castellon.

The newest Ace Hardware will be kicking off its grand opening celebration on July 19 at 3:00 p.m. in North East Fresno on Champlain Drive.

The grand opening festivities will continue into Saturday with family-friendly activities, a pet adoption event, prize drawings and great product deals.

Grand opening sales and special offers will continue in the store through Sunday.

Present at the event will be representatives from the Fresno Chamber of Commerce, local dignitaries, and store associates will cut a ceremonial board to celebrate the opening.

The schedule for Saturday includes vendor demos, face painting, Ace Rewards prize giveaways, and a charity cook-out.

The new store will feature several “store-in-a-store” concepts and departments such as; The Garden Center, Backyard BBQ, Outdoor Power Equipment, The Tool Shop, The Paint Studio, Pet Supply, and Kitchen Essentials.

The Ace Hardware in north Fresno takes the place of Orchard Supply Hardware which closed in 2018.