DONATE-A-BOOK, SHARE THE GIFT OF KNOWLEDGE WITH THE SM STORE

Just in time for the back-to-school season, SM shoppers can share the gift of knowledge through The SM Stores SM Share Movement Donate-A-Book campaign in all branches nationwide.

Ongoing until July 7, shoppers can donate books and school supplies to benefit school children of select SM Foundation supported schools. In exchange, shoppers will receive 50 pesos discount coupon for every donation made.

Earlier donations from the campaign, which was launched last May 20 were distributed to the Balanga Elementary School in Bataan where employee volunteers from the nearby branches of The SM Store In Pampanga and Olongapo shared a fun-filled day with grade 3 pupils. The SM Store donated books from Olongapo and Pampanga branches enough to fill up the mini-library of the two storey school building donated by SM Foundation. Bags and school supplies were also donated just in time for the back to school season.
The grade 3 pupils of Balanga Elementary school were also treated to a story telling session by The Story Telling Project (TSP), a non-government partner organization of SM, with the aim to spark hope, inspiration and imagination through storytelling. In the session, TSP demonstrated how you can inject fun and enthusiasm in reading as a group activity to teachers, parents, and pupils.

According to Rey Bufi, Executive Director of TSP, we are aligned with the mission of The SM Store Share Movement Donate-A-Book campaign and Balanga Elementary School to make reading an enjoyable experience for children. It can help start the regular habit of reading in an age when children are often distracted with gadgets.

Reading , especially for third graders is a very crucial academic skill because it is the foundation of learning, Amy Inieto, Principal of Balanga Elementary School, shared that in addition to their regular school curriculum, they have a program  to reinforce reading habits of learners.

The books donated by The SM Store through its Share Movement Donate-A-Book campaign will be put to good use. It will become part of our teaching instruments to reinforce the value of reading. said Inieto.
The SM Share Movement Donate-a-Book campaign is part of The SM Stores quarterly donation drives- wherein it collects shoes, books, toys, and hygiene kits for identified unprivileged communities, including those impacted by calamities.

According to Joseph Rosal, Senior AVP for Operations of The SM Store, more shoppers are looking for ways to give back and they can do this through The SM Store.   We want The SM Store to become the venue for people to come together and foster the true Filipino spirit of sharing or bayanihan.

The SM Store Share Movement Donate-a-Book campaign is ongoing until July 7 in all The SM Store branches nationwide. Shoppers can share new and pre-loved gently used books. The SM Store also accepts school packs and text books.

School Camp 2019 at SM San Lazaro

In celebration of Back-To-School season, SM SM City San Lazaro held a school camp event last June 7.  Students from Cecilio Apostol Elementary School joined the fun afternoon at the event center of SM City San Lazaro. partnership with Skechers, Amspec, T-Pencil and Crayola last June 7 at the Event Center.

In partnership with Skechers, Amspec, T-Pencil and Crayola kids enjoyed the games and activities prepared for them. 

SM City San Lazaro also gave out certificate of Appreciation to Cecilio Apostol Elementary School.

This is indeed a worthwhile way to welcome the school year 2019, thanks to SM City San Lazaro.

Watch out for the next Kids Academy that will happen on June 15 at SM City Manila and June 22 at SM City Sta. Mesa.

Ortigas Malls hold twin celebrations to celebrate Father’s Day, Independence Day

The rainy season may be about to begin, but that doesn’t mean you can’t have fun with family and friends. In celebration of two important events this June - Independence Day and Father’s Day - Ortigas Malls has prepared exciting activities
for everyone!

These activities are meant to bring special bonding moments that will bring families and friends together at its three malls – Greenhills Mall, Tiendesitas, and Estancia, all of which have become destinations for the communities they serve, with their wide selection of dining outlets and retail shops, as well as their well-thought out offerings.

To mark Araw ng Kalayaan on June 12, each of the malls have lined up activities that evoke the best of the Philippines and bring about a sense of national pride among mall goers. Highlighting the colorful cultural traditions of the country, dancers will show off Filipino dances or katutubong sayaw. For added fun, Palarong Pinoy brings to life native Filipino games, while Kantahang Kundiman displays the Filipinos’ innate musical talent. A wide array of native products that showcase Filipino artistry will also be available in a market carrying Sari-saring Paninda, while Bag Ko, Gawa Ko, allows mall goers to discover how they can tap into their talents to create their own native bags.

On June 16, the world pays tribute to all fathers, and Ortigas Malls honor all fathers with its “My Dad, My Superhero” celebrations. The celebrations focus on just about everything that dads love to do with their families. Rub elbows with real live heroes at the Cosplay Disturbance, and enjoy bonding moments with dad while playing Kinect Super Hero, Air Hockey and Air Jam. To indulge dad’s whims, a hobby collectibles fair will showcase just about everything that dads of all ages love, such as action figures, collectible cards, comics, gadgets, and other unique items. To entertain everyone, artists will amaze mall goers with their live hero caricatures. Of course, everyone will also have an opportunity to take part in Super Dad greetings and make this Father’s Day extra memorable.

To join these fun Father’s Day activities, just present a minimum purchase of P2,000 from any Ortigas Malls establishment from June 12 to 16, 2019. Make your June celebrations special by taking the family to the Ortigas Malls.

For more information, please visit www.ortigasmalls.com or check out each of these Ortigas Mall’s social media page:
Greenhills: www.facebook.com/GreenhillsOfficial | www.instagram.com/greenhillsph
Tiendesitas: www.facebook.com/Tiendesitas | www.instagram.com/tiendesitasph
Estancia: www.facebook.com/EstanciaPH | https://www.instagram.com/estanciaph

SEAOIL offers double treats this June

SEAOIL Philippines, Inc. (SEAOIL), the country’s leading independent fuel player is treating its customers with a one-day special flash sale on Tuesday, June 11.
The sale is a one-time deal that can only be availed for that entire day. Customers can get a P5 discount for every liter of diesel or gasoline, up to a maximum purchase of P10,000. The promo is available at the following SEAOIL branches:  Del Monte and G. Araneta Avenue in Quezon City, Cuasay in Taguig, Las Piñas, Lawang Bato in Valenzuela, Alijis, Roxas Lacson and Tangub in Bacolod; Iba Basak, Maximo Patalinghug and Plaridel in Cebu; Calinan, Insular Lanang, Maa and Lemente Central in Davao.

The company also joins ride hailing app, Grab, as it celebrates its 7th anniversary by giving away free radiator coolants to its drivers. The free radiator coolants can be claimed from June 6 until June 24.
“SEAOIL congratulates Grab on its 7th year of operation. Not only do we want to celebrate this momentous occasion with them, we’d also like to thank their drivers who are also SEAOIL users for their continued support,” SEAOIL CEO Glenn Yu said.

Grab drivers will receive a free radiator coolant for a minimum P500 single receipt or accumulated fuel purchase. To claim it, drivers just need to present their Grab driver app, their SEAOIL-GRAB VIP card and the receipts. Non-VIP cardholders can also avail of this giveaway by registering for a SEAOIL-GRAB VIP card. SEAOIL stations participating in the promo are Anabu 1-E in Imus, Cavite; E. Rodriguez Sr. Ave. and P. Tuazon in Quezon City, Karuhatan in Valenzuela, Legarda and Sta. Cruz in Manila, Maybunga in Pasig, Nangka in Marikina, Potrero in Malabon, and Ususan in Taguig.

The SEAOIL-GRAB VIP card features a special set of rewards and incentives for all Grab drivers. Drivers may register at any participating SEAOIL branch.