1 Corinthians 13:4-7
Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast,it is not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrong. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.
As we embrace the new normal, keep your family safe and protected at home or anywhere you go with great finds you can Shop & Ship from Surplus.
There are face masks and smart thermometers to keep you healthy and protected. Surplus is also a one-stop shop for a healthy and happy home: air humidifiers and revitalizers, as well as rechargeable handy mist fans to keep you cool this summer. Youll enjoy homemade juices and smoothies with rechargeable juicers; as well as listening to your favorite tunes with portable Bluetooth speakers.
Join the Surplus Viber community to shop, then call the available branch you prefer to be assisted and pay through cash, debit or credit card or online transfer. You may also shop for Surplus essential items at ShopSM.com. Surplus stores that are now open to safely serve you.
Keep you and your family safe and stay updated as Surplus goes interactive. Like them on Facebook and Twitter at SurplusPH and Instagram at Surplus_ph to know more about the serving branches and great deals.
We surely missed dining in at our favorite restaurants for months. Now that restrictions have gradually eased, food establishments at SM Supermalls are now accepting dine-in customers with safety and health measures in place.
With Rizal under the General Community Quarantine (GCQ), restaurants, fast food and food stalls are now allowing 30% operational capacity for dine-in services. Some of the mandatory minimum requirements for operation include – implementation of contact tracing measures via health checklist per customer, thermal scanning, provision of alcohol and wearing of facemasks before entry.
Queueing for orders and entry also observe one (1) meter distance on all sides. Chairs are distanced at least one (1) meter apart as well. For face-to-face seating, there are plastic dividers in between and chairs are positioned diagonally. The maximum number of allowable persons are indicated at each store front. Food servers consistently observe personal hygiene, handwashing and wearing personal protective gear like masks and face shields. Alternative cashless transactions are also available per establishment to minimize personal contact.
To maintain physical distancing, SM Supermalls extend dining spaces by utilizing open areas such as its atriums and event centers. Tables and chairs are strategically distanced from each other with proper markings per table to guide diners on where to enjoy their food. This is SM’s continuing effort to promote health and safety while dining.
Stay connected with the latest updates of your favorite restaurants through official social media accounts of your nearest SM Supermall.
SM Stationery recently donated school supplies to ChildHope Philippines and Caritas Manila, to support the education initiatives of these non-government organizations for less fortunate children. While schools are not yet open, ChildHope and Caritas have come up with innovative programs to educate the young.
Each of the kits distributed by SM Stationery, the school and office supplies department of The SM Store, includes envelopes, notebooks, crayons, rulers, writing pads, ballpoint pens and pencils.
ChildHope Philippines has already helped in the distribution of the school supplies to poor communities in Marikina, and has worked with community and youth leaders to train mothers so that they can teach their kids basic writing, reading and life skills during the quarantine. Jem Tumbaga, Resource Mobilization and Communications Officer of ChildHope Philippines, said the other school supplies will be used in their EduKit Project and street learning sessions.
“By donating essential school supplies, SM Stationery has helped ease the burden for these children and their parents, especially now that we are facing a severe health, education and economic crisis,” Tumbaga said.
Caritas Manila, the leading social arm of the Archdiocese of Manila, on the other hand, will use the donations to help its scholars, and sell the other donations in their Segunda Mana stores The proceeds of the sale will be used to fund its projects to help not just students but also poor families struggling because of COVID-19. The SM Group has been regular donor to Caritas Manila’s COVID-19 relief efforts and its Youth Service Leadership and Education Program.
SM Stationery’s donations complement the active participation of The SM Group in providing relief to frontliners and communities impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
SM Stationery, which offers a wide range of school and office supply products, is now open in The SM Store branches nationwide. For more updates on its products and its Call to Deliver service, follow its social media pages @smstationeryph on Facebook and Instagram or join its Viber community.
Every once in a while, we’ll be pushed to do things we don’t normally do. For some of us, going to do the groceries is something that’s way outside our comfort zones. It’s true—the reality is there will be people, who are totally clueless when it comes to buying groceries. But that’s okay, it’s nothing to be ashamed about, as everyone can always learn something new and get better at it.
What’s most important when it comes to buying groceries, especially during this pandemic, is making the most out of your grocery trips. You’ll want to be in and out of the store as fast as you can like a real supermarket pro in order to avoid risks to yourself and your family.
Here are some tips to help you be a better grocery shopper in the new normal:
Write down a carefully planned grocery list
To make the most out of each grocery trip, you’ll have to step up your planning. That means estimating what you’ll need to buy and how much of it you’ll need to buy (within your budget, of course) in order to prolong the time it takes until your next grocery trip. You may have to calculate more thoroughly than usual here, but if it means being able to do more physical distancing and reducing the risk of the virus, it’ll be for the better.
Go extra early or in off-peak hours to avoid crowds
Many people will be thinking the same thing and this will be harder than it sounds, but you should try to avoid times when the supermarket has more people. While stores will enforce a maximum capacity limit, you’ll still want to avoid people as much as you can. Try to go extra early so that stock doesn’t run out on you, or figure out the times when there are fewer people in the store—and of course, don’t forget your protective gear!
Make a list of “plan B” items
But sometimes, no matter how careful you plan, no matter how early you go, there may be some items and products that won’t have stock. If, for example, there is no more of a certain ingredient in the store shelves, you should be ready with a quick replacement so that you don’t spend too much time in the supermarket, risking yourself further.
Fortunately, there’s always something that works, such as your trusted kitchen and cooking partners from NutriAsia, which have been delicious staples of households for decades. In the company’s latest video, a clueless dad calls up his son to ask for his help in preparing a special meal to surprise Mom, and the resulting adventure is nothing short of adorable, thanks to the help of some handy NutriAsia products like the UFC Spaghetti Supreme Pack.
No matter how challenging situations might be, it’s definitely easy to make the most of them—and your grocery trips—with NutriAsia’s products!
He shopped, he cleaned, he cooked and he made sure we are safe while we all stay home in this quarantine period. This Father’s Day, we give back the sacrifices of our dear dads with some gifts and treats ideas for him.
SM Malls has countless options - from car essentials, carpentry tools, hobby items to cakes, entrees and his favorite wine, which you can either pick-up at the stores or have them delivered to your doorsteps.
In SM City San Mateo, Pizza Hut offers a special feast for dads including their world-famous pizza, fried chicken and pasta for either P1299 or 1499 depending on the inclusions. You may order directly at Pizza Hut SM City San Mateo via 7645-4863 or via your favorite delivery service.
Blade SM City Masinag has been a go-to hub of dads for their car essentials. Car waxes, engine oils, steering wheel covers even car scents are all available. You may inquire for their available items at 8633-2109. Items may be picked-up at their store located at the Upper Ground Level of SM City Masinag.
ACE Hardware is a haven for dads. Anything that interests them to keep them busy is all at ACE. Power Washers, Drilling Tools, Microfiber and Chamois wipes are just few of the favorite buys of dads whenever they visit ACE. These are available too at their branches in SM Center Angono and SM Cherry Antipolo.
Stay connected with the latest updates of your favorite shops through official social media accounts of your nearest SM Supermall.
The long-awaited visit to salons and barbershops is now possible as they are back in operations after months of temporary break due to community quarantine restrictions. The gradual resumption of these services are only for areas under General Community Quarantine or GCQ.
Salons and barbershops in SM Malls have also re-opened its doors to customers. Unlike the usual salon visits, only basic haircut services are only allowed for now. Mandated minimum health standards are also implemented like 30% operational manning at the starting weeks of GCQ, mandatory wearing of facemasks at all times, 10-minute interval sanitation in between clients, foot bath and thermal scanning upon entry, face shield distribution to clients if they avail shampoo services, distancing of chairs at least 1-meter apart, visible floor markings, sanitizing equipment and tools and sterilization of workstations before and after services.
Clients may book an appointment in advance with their stylists or barbers of choice by reaching them through these numbers:
SM Center Angono
By G Salon8535-3963
GQ Barbershop0925-7472744
0933-8235869
Salon De Posseur8997-5403
0966-9464550
Whether being homebound together has made you appreciate Dad more, or you’ve been missing him as boundaries separate, make him feel special with The SM Store’s Father’s Day Gift Essentials and have them delivered to him on his very special day through #SMCalltoDeliver!
The SM Store’s call to deliver catalogue features great gifts for Dad that will touch his heart:
A Gift of Memories. Whether capturing family’s best moments or his new norm adventures, dads will surely love a new gadget like the FujiFilm Mirrorless Digital Camera or Go Pro Hero Max Action Camera.
A Gift of Time. Days with Dad are priceless, and it’s amazing how he has always found time for you despite his busy schedule. Organizers for his favorite watch collection will surely bring a big smile to his face.
A Gift of Fashion and Fitness. A nice pair of rubber shoes, tees, shirts and dri-fit shorts for your dad’s work out from home activity.
A Gift of Scent-sibility. Either a new scent or his signature scent will add zest to his special day.
A Gift of Cool. Keep Dad safe with smart and protective helmets as his takes his ride.
For other Father’s Day gift ideas, call the #SMCallToDeliver hotline (0917 800 1074) from Mondays to Fridays, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM for inquiries, or check out the catalog https://www.thesmstore.com/call-to-deliver-catalog
Stay in the loop with latest #SMCallToDeliver updates, and join The SM Store Viber Community Group https://bit.ly/2XLyD0t
