Activities for a More Productive Summer at Home

Summer in the Philippines is a time of the year mostly dedicated to family trips, travels, and seemingly limitless attempts to escape the burning heat of the sun. And while it’s exciting to explore new places and feel the sand between your toes, it is not always possible to go out and about—you might be in a pinch, have no more leave credits to spare, find yourself sick with the flu, or hiding from a global pandemic. No matter the reason though, you can find solace in knowing that there are other activities you can do at home to make your summers more fun.

We at SM Supermalls are here to ensure that you get to make the most out of your summers. Check out our suggested activity list, maybe try a few, and prepare to have a great time without leaving the comfort of your homes!

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Create With Art Essentials From SM Stationery

It doesn’t matter if you have a smidgeon or a bucketful of flair for the arts. Equipped with high-quality art materials, you are more than capable of creating a masterpiece. Good thing SM Stationery of The SM Store at SM Supermalls is open for deliveries!

Whether you plan on painting along with Bob Ross, creating collages of all your previous travels, or even learning a brand-new skill entirely, this shop has all your needs covered. Among their popular items are the Paper Mate InkJoy Gel Pen Set 14 Colors, Prismacolor 48-piece Premier Colored Pencil Set, and Stained by Sharpie 8-piece Fabric Marker Set.

Check out SM Stationery’s official Facebook page to learn how to place your orders.

The SM Store Branches: SM Aura Premier, SM CDO Downtown Premier, SM City Bacolod, SM City Bacoor, SM City Baliwag, SM City Batangas, SM City Bicutan, SM City Cabanatuan, SM City Calamba, SM City Cebu, SM City Clark, SM City Dasmarinas, SM City Davao, SM City Fairview, SM City General Santos, SM City Legazpi, SM City Lipa, SM City Lucena, SM City Marikina, SM City Marilao, SM City Masinag, SM City Naga, SM City North EDSA, SM City Novaliches, SM City Olongapo Central, SM City Pampanga, SM City Rosales, SM City Rosario, SM City San Lazaro, SM City San Jose del Monte, SM City San Mateo, SM City San Pablo, SM City Santa Rosa, SM City Sucat, SM City Sta. Mesa, SM City Taytay, SM City Trece Martires, SM City Urdaneta, SM Delgado, SM Lanang Premier

Bake Treats With Ingredients From SM Supermarket

If you’re stuck at home with nothing to do, it might be time to put your oven into good use! There are limitless recipes that you can try—chocolate chip cookies, banana muffins, brownies, blueberry cheesecakes, sourdough breads, and more. But first things first: gather all necessary ingredients from SM Supermarket at SM Supermalls and make sure the rest of the baking process goes as smoothly as possible. This grocery store carries flour, baking powder and soda, sugar, extracts, and other items.

Check out SM Supermarket branches and schedule here.

Spruce Up Your Home With Tools From Ace Hardware

Tired of waking up to the same boring walls every morning? Unsatisfied with how your home currently looks? Take this summer as an opportunity to breathe new life into your living spaces. Premium paints, durable power tools, first-rate home and living products, and stylish furniture are available at ACE Hardware at SM Supermalls to ensure that your projects are a success.

Visit ACE Hardware’s branches and operating hours here.

Get Back to Reading With Books From Fully Booked

When was the last time you took the time to sit down and properly read a book? If you’re a busy bee like most Filipinos, the answer is probably too long ago. This summer, try stepping away from your phones and immerse yourself in the pages of a good book. Fully Booked at SM Supermalls has opened its virtual doors to cater to the countless bookworms both in Manila and in the provinces. Select a title, settle the payment, and your chosen book will be delivered straight to your doorstep—it’s that easy! You might also like to try Fresh Read, a monthly subscription service wherein they send you a fresh book every month.

To learn more or to place your orders, head over to the bookstore’s official website. You may also check Fullybooked’s open branches and schedule here.

Grow a Garden With Supplies From Ace Hardware

Have you always wanted to try home gardening, but you never got around to it? Now, you have all the time to set up a backyard garden and become a plant parent! Ace Hardware at SM Supermalls can help you jumpstart your gardening project with its excellent selection of supplies. From seeds to pots and everything in between, this trusted hardware store can prepare and deliver the gardening essentials you need at your doorstep!