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Consignment store opens in Leander Marketplace
Pleasant Surprises Consignment opened in the Leander Marketplace in March.
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Pleasant Surprises Consignment opened March 16 in the Leander Marketplace at 1291 E. Woodview Drive, Bldg. 1, Leander. The consignment shop sells clothing for men, women, children and infants. The business also offers home decor, gifts, cosmetics, brand-name purses and more. 832-982-9209.
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