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Get in the running and plant some seeds for our apple-a-day giveaway, and you could win one of eleven high tech prizes including an Apple MacBook Pro, iPads and iPods. There are also 88 Guildford Town Centre gift card instant prizes to be won!

The apple-a-day giveaway takes place at Guildford Town Centre, September 5 to 15. All it takes to get in the running is two easy steps:

1. Go to Facebook.com/GuildfordTownCentre to register, and click on the apple-a-day giveaway tab where you’ll receive a unique promo code.

2. Take the promo code to a digital kiosk at Guildford Town Centre (by Customer Service or by Sears on the upper level). Type in your promo code to find out if you are a finalist or an instant prize winner.

Grand prizes will be awarded at a special VIP reception with finalists and their guests on September 16 at 2pm. Instant prizes will be awarded daily, and can be claimed at Customer Service.Non-winning promo codes can be checked each subsequent day, but only once a day during the promotional period. So, if you don’t win the first day, keep trying.

the Guildford Story Guildford Town Centre Community Newsletter THIRD EDITION, Fall 2012

We are pleased to introduce our new Shuttle Service, now operating inside the shopping centre on the upper level, daily from 12pm to 4pm. On evenings when we’re open late, the shuttle runs until 7pm.

If you’re in need of assistance during the shuttle off hours, please contact Customer Service at (604) 585-1565, and we will do our best to help you.

apple-a-day giveaway!

Interested in a new and successful way to raise funds for your non-profit group? Guildford Town Centre is hosting its third annual Heart of the Holidays, a special evening of shopping to kick off the holiday season.

Heart of the Holidays is set for Tuesday, November 27, from 5:30pm to 10pm.

Guests will enjoy special “one night only” offers and discounts from retailers, entry into draws for fabulous prizes, access to the VIP lounge for snacks and beverages, and live entertainment throughout the centre.

Your group is invited to take advantage of this great fundraising program, by selling tickets for $10 each and keeping 100 per cent of the proceeds for your organization. In 2011, a total of 18 organizations sold tickets for this event and together they raised $16,000. We look forward to working with you and your organization this year.

For more information or to request tickets, contact Petra Barker at (604) 587- 4263.

heart of the holidays ticket sales

shuttle service

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Guildford Town Centre Community Newsletter

THIRD EDITION Fall 2012

what’s insideconstruction update ........... 2

community ........................ 3

contest & events ................. 4

There are plenty of changes, and we’re excited to hear your comments and see your reaction to our quickly unfolding $280-million redevelopment.

Any time a large shopping centre takes on a renovation of this magnitude, there’s naturally a readjustment period. We’re confi dent you will love the changes.

Drive on in. Our directional signage will help guide you to your favourite retailers, and here’s a little secret – our upper level parkade is a dream for the shopper who loves easy parking, and quick access in and out. Look for the parkade entrance ramp off of 150th Street and 102A Avenue, and enjoy the added convenience. We’re also building new entrances with direct access to the

shopping centre from both levels of the parkade.

We know there are areas in and around the shopping centre that will be unfamiliar to you, however, we still have plenty of familiar faces and a diverse mix of retailers for all your shopping needs.

We can’t wait until our fi nishing touches are revealed.Still to come, an exterior plaza featuring a dramaticbasalt waterfall that will cascade from the upper tolower plaza, and a nature walk to promote healthy community living.Stop by and see Guildford Town Centre’s exciting transformation. We’re building a bright future, and we want you to be a part of it.

have you visited Guildford Town Centre lately?


design - promoting healthy living

When it comes to pleasing customers, we tip our hats to an amazing group ofpeople who make up the largest part of the Guildford Town Centre team – our retailers.Ryan Hank, manager for Jersey City Canada at the centre said, “Everyone works together, from maintenance helping out on little tasks, to retailers helping each other out. The mall is very community-oriented, and you can see it as you walk the halls. It’s great to be part of it.”Trish Petrie has been manager of Black Bond Books Guildford for seven years, and said the changes in recent months at the centre have been amazing.“At the moment, I like to think of the mall as an adolescent, awkward, and unfi nished and not looking its best. But soon, all the changes will make sense and Guildford Town Centre will be revealed in a new, more mature and lovely form. It’s going to be great.”Adrien Cormier, manager of Sears for the last three years, loves the camaraderie at the centre.“Guildford Town Centre has made me feel like part of the team, from a simple hello, to helping me solve many issues that may come along in a simple, effi cient and timely manner. A big Sears WOW! to the team.”Stop by and say hello. From kiosks to large department stores, our retailers are open by 10am daily to welcome you.

community initiatives

message from the Guildford teamconstruction update

As part of our redevelopment, Guildford Town Centre is working towards LEED certifi cation in the new expansion phase.

Q: What does LEED mean?

A: It stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. It’s a rating system for the design, construction and operation of high performance green buildings.

Q: Why is this important to Guildford Town Centre?

A: As a responsible corporate citizen doing business in Surrey, we strive to do everything possible to maintain a green and healthy community, for now and the future.

Q: What type of recycling does the centre do?

A: We already recycle everything from plastic bags, batteries and fl uorescent lamps to printer cartridges, scrap metal and drywall. Next year, we will add organics from the Food Court.

Q: What does the future of green hold for us?

A: With an eye on the future, we will be installing electric vehicle charging stations and more than 100 bike spaces.

Q: Do you recycle construction debris?

A: Yes! Ledcor works with all the trades to recycle or salvage at least 50 percent, and as much as 75 percent of the construction demolition and land clearing waste.

FAQ

’s

Diane Frew has been at McNaughton and Ward since 1981, and she has seen plenty of changes at GuildfordTown Centre, as well as within her industry. Remember thedays of the annual one-day insurance renewal? “Going back years ago, the insurance industry used to have one common expiry date, and we had people lined up right out the door,” Diane recalled.“We used to have a booth set up at the other end of the mall and security with us too,” she said, adding that clients used to walk in with cash, and staff would have to manage as much as a quarter million of that cash on the epic day.“In our offi ce, we would come in and John Ward, theprevious owner, would have us work 9am to 9pm. He’dbring in sandwiches and dinner, and we would just stay until it was done. It was pretty hectic.”Over the last 46 years, stores have come and gone, new additions have been added, and relocations have occurred – McNaughton and Ward used to have a real estate offi ce in the centre as well!

Frew said this is the most signifi cant redevelopment thecentre has ever seen. She believes customers are in for a wonderful surprise, and the potential of attracting newpeople to the centre has never been greater. “I love it. It’s so exciting!

Guildford Town Crier on November 1, 1966, originally intended to be one of Surrey’s

Town Centre opened on

Woodward’s department store, 31 specialty stores, a roller rink

fun facts

Incorporating the organic feelof British Columbia’s naturalelements and celebrating healthy living is key to the overall design of the new Guildford Town Centre.

On the upper deck of our new parkade (located near Walmart Supercentre) we’reincorporating a nature walk that’s quickly taking shape.

Our no smoking policy isnow in effect on the property, and we’re complementing that with the planting of more than 900 oxygen-rich trees.

We have come a long way! It’s hard to believe the progress that has taken place since January 2012.This year has fl own by, and by mid-November:

the parkade, with the opening of two new permanent entrances.

As the resurfacing of our parking lot continues, directional signage is in place to help you fi nd the most convenient parking for your visit. This is the perfect time to start parking on the upper level of our new parkade, which offers amazing parking choices and its own convenient entrance off of 150th Street and 102A Avenue.

Each day brings us closer to completion, and we hope you’re as excited as we are to see our new look coming together.

We also thank you for your patience, and especially your patronage, while we grow into one of the fi nest super regional shopping centres in Canada.

Guildford Town Centre is proud to be a sponsor of the Surrey Eagles Junior “A”Hockey Club. If you are a hockey fan and would like to go to a game, visit

Customer Service and you can be our guest in the Guildford Town Centrefun zone! Tickets are available on a fi rst come, fi rst served basis for games on

September 14, 21, 23 and 30. Limited quantities, maximum four per family, per season.

remember when?


NEWSStudies are indicating

that children who take

music training can

achieve better

academic results.

Source-MuSICA Research

musica.uci.edu

Carillon Music Academy Call for info Visit us at carillonmusic.com

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Carillon Red Program (ages 4-5)• Learn piano through the development of a variety of

skills including ear training, note reading, rhythm, technique, singing and composition

• 3 year program• 1 hour lesson each week • Parent participation

Carillon Yellow Program (ages 6-7)• Skill development similar to Red Program,

including learning repertoire through ear development and sight reading


Carillon Blue Program (ages 8-10)• Skill development in ear training, note reading, rhythm,

repertoire, technique, theory, singing, chording, composition, improvisation and transposition

• Multi-year program • Parent participation optional

Carillon Voice Program (ages 8-11)• Learn the foundations of singing and music

in a group setting• Sing in ensembles and individually• Learn music theory, note reading, rhythm,

sightreading & ear training• 1 hour lesson each week

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Kindergym (Kindergarten) 12:00-12:45

Achievement (gr. 1 & up) 1:00-1:45

Tumbling (gr. 1 & up) 1:00-1:45

Cheer Girls (k/g & up) 2:00-2:45

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Athletes must attend at least one tryout date – if you are unable to attend,please call association to have information recorded.

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NEWSStudies are indicating

that children who take

music training can

achieve better

academic results.

Source-MuSICA Research

musica.uci.edu

Carillon Music Academy Call for info Visit us at carillonmusic.com

SURREY 604.591.11617050 King George Blvd.

BURNABY 604.421.55252849 North Road

Register Now for SeptemberPrivateLessons

Piano, Voice, Violin &Guitar

Carillon Preschool Program (ages 2-4)• Introduction to music through singing and activities• 1/2 hour lesson each week• 15 week semester • Parent participation

Carillon Red Program (ages 4-5)• Learn piano through the development of a variety of

skills including ear training, note reading, rhythm, technique, singing and composition


Carillon Yellow Program (ages 6-7)• Skill development similar to Red Program,

including learning repertoire through ear development and sight reading


Carillon Blue Program (ages 8-10)• Skill development in ear training, note reading, rhythm,

repertoire, technique, theory, singing, chording, composition, improvisation and transposition

• Multi-year program • Parent participation optional

Carillon Voice Program (ages 8-11)• Learn the foundations of singing and music

in a group setting• Sing in ensembles and individually• Learn music theory, note reading, rhythm,

sightreading & ear training• 1 hour lesson each week

Friday, Sept 14, 2012—3:30 to 5:30pm Fleetwood Arena - 16555 Fraser Hwy

Saturday, Sept 15, 2012—10am to Noon North Surrey Arena - 10275 - 135 St

Come and try the ice

Preschool Skate Program - Fleetwood

NEW!

Skate Canada Competitive Training Program

604-594-1555 cartwheels.ca

FALLPROGRAMS Begin September 10th, 2012

REGISTER NOW!

#21 - 13260 78th Ave, Surrey BC

OPEN HOUSE& Free Trial Classes

Sept. 9, 2012 Please call to register

for your free trial class.Space is limited.

Parent & Tot (18mos-3yrs) 9:30-10:00

3 All Me (3 yrs) 10:15-10:45

Pre-school (4 yrs) 11:00-11:45

Kindergym (Kindergarten) 12:00-12:45

Achievement (gr. 1 & up) 1:00-1:45

Tumbling (gr. 1 & up) 1:00-1:45

Cheer Girls (k/g & up) 2:00-2:45

SEPT 9 FREE TRIAL CLASS SCHEDULE

• Cheerleading

• Gymnastics

• Tumbling

• Camps

• Field Trips

• Homeschool

• Special Needs

• Kids Night Out

• Birthday PartiesProg

ram

s fo

r par

tici

pan

tsag

es 1

8 m

on

ths

to A

du

lt.

CALL TO BOOKYOUR CLASS

72 AVE & KING GEORGE BLVDAT NEWTON CROSSING

105 13630 72 AVE • 604.590.1733

One-stop shopfor dancewear,

shoes andaccessories.

JOIN OURDANCECRAFT

CLUB AND

SAVE 10%ON BASICS!

From baby ballerinas to professional tap shoes – fi nd it all at danceCraft!

• Dance Shoes• Tiaras• Tutus• Costumes• Dance Outfi ts• Ice Skating• Gymnastics• Yoga

Douglas Academy of Music

SPECIALIZING IN:Guitar • Bass • Drums • Piano • Violin • Flute

Voice • Keyboards • Accordion • Theory

www.douglasacademyofmusic.ca13397 72nd Avenue, Surrey BC

604.590.1929

Private Lessons - All AgesGuitar Rock Combos

Popular & Conservatory CoursesMaster Classes & Exam Prep.

Recitals & Festivals

Music for YoungChildren® is the only child centered music learning system that integrates piano, creative movement, rhythm, ear training, sight reading, music theory and composition. One hour group lessons for children ages 3 to 12.

REGISTER FOR SEPTEMBERPRESCHOOL LOCATIONS

THE SURREYTHE SURREYASSOCIATION FOREARLY CHILDHOODEDUCATIONEDUCATION

Henry Bose Elementary(Newton)Mary Jane Shannon Elementary(Guildford)Old Yale Road Elementary(Whalley)Latimer RoadElementary(Cloverdale)

ad

)

PRESCHOOLSINCE 1973

Since 1973

THE SURREY ASSOC

IATION FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCAT

ION

. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .. . . . . . .

THE S

URRE

Y A

SSOCIATION FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

604.576.4434 • saece.orgS.A.E.C.E. sign me up!sign me up!

2012


design - promoting healthy living

When it comes to pleasing customers, we tip our hats to an amazing group ofpeople who make up the largest part of the Guildford Town Centre team – our retailers.Ryan Hank, manager for Jersey City Canada at the centre said, “Everyone works together, from maintenance helping out on little tasks, to retailers helping each other out. The mall is very community-oriented, and you can see it as you walk the halls. It’s great to be part of it.”Trish Petrie has been manager of Black Bond Books Guildford for seven years, and said the changes in recent months at the centre have been amazing.“At the moment, I like to think of the mall as an adolescent, awkward, and unfi nished and not looking its best. But soon, all the changes will make sense and Guildford Town Centre will be revealed in a new, more mature and lovely form. It’s going to be great.”Adrien Cormier, manager of Sears for the last three years, loves the camaraderie at the centre.“Guildford Town Centre has made me feel like part of the team, from a simple hello, to helping me solve many issues that may come along in a simple, effi cient and timely manner. A big Sears WOW! to the team.”Stop by and say hello. From kiosks to large department stores, our retailers are open by 10am daily to welcome you.

community initiatives

message from the Guildford teamconstruction update

As part of our redevelopment, Guildford Town Centre is working towards LEED certifi cation in the new expansion phase.

Q: What does LEED mean?

A: It stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. It’s a rating system for the design, construction and operation of high performance green buildings.

Q: Why is this important to Guildford Town Centre?

A: As a responsible corporate citizen doing business in Surrey, we strive to do everything possible to maintain a green and healthy community, for now and the future.

Q: What type of recycling does the centre do?

A: We already recycle everything from plastic bags, batteries and fl uorescent lamps to printer cartridges, scrap metal and drywall. Next year, we will add organics from the Food Court.

Q: What does the future of green hold for us?

A: With an eye on the future, we will be installing electric vehicle charging stations and more than 100 bike spaces.

Q: Do you recycle construction debris?

A: Yes! Ledcor works with all the trades to recycle or salvage at least 50 percent, and as much as 75 percent of the construction demolition and land clearing waste.

FAQ

’s

Diane Frew has been at McNaughton and Ward since 1981, and she has seen plenty of changes at GuildfordTown Centre, as well as within her industry. Remember thedays of the annual one-day insurance renewal? “Going back years ago, the insurance industry used to have one common expiry date, and we had people lined up right out the door,” Diane recalled.“We used to have a booth set up at the other end of the mall and security with us too,” she said, adding that clients used to walk in with cash, and staff would have to manage as much as a quarter million of that cash on the epic day.“In our offi ce, we would come in and John Ward, theprevious owner, would have us work 9am to 9pm. He’dbring in sandwiches and dinner, and we would just stay until it was done. It was pretty hectic.”Over the last 46 years, stores have come and gone, new additions have been added, and relocations have occurred – McNaughton and Ward used to have a real estate offi ce in the centre as well!

Frew said this is the most signifi cant redevelopment thecentre has ever seen. She believes customers are in for a wonderful surprise, and the potential of attracting newpeople to the centre has never been greater. “I love it. It’s so exciting!

Guildford Town Crier on November 1, 1966, originally intended to be one of Surrey’s

Town Centre opened on

Woodward’s department store, 31 specialty stores, a roller rink

fun facts

Incorporating the organic feelof British Columbia’s naturalelements and celebrating healthy living is key to the overall design of the new Guildford Town Centre.

On the upper deck of our new parkade (located near Walmart Supercentre) we’reincorporating a nature walk that’s quickly taking shape.

Our no smoking policy isnow in effect on the property, and we’re complementing that with the planting of more than 900 oxygen-rich trees.

We have come a long way! It’s hard to believe the progress that has taken place since January 2012.This year has fl own by, and by mid-November:

the parkade, with the opening of two new permanent entrances.

As the resurfacing of our parking lot continues, directional signage is in place to help you fi nd the most convenient parking for your visit. This is the perfect time to start parking on the upper level of our new parkade, which offers amazing parking choices and its own convenient entrance off of 150th Street and 102A Avenue.

Each day brings us closer to completion, and we hope you’re as excited as we are to see our new look coming together.

We also thank you for your patience, and especially your patronage, while we grow into one of the fi nest super regional shopping centres in Canada.

Guildford Town Centre is proud to be a sponsor of the Surrey Eagles Junior “A”Hockey Club. If you are a hockey fan and would like to go to a game, visit

Customer Service and you can be our guest in the Guildford Town Centrefun zone! Tickets are available on a fi rst come, fi rst served basis for games on

September 14, 21, 23 and 30. Limited quantities, maximum four per family, per season.

remember when?


Get in the running and plant some seeds for our apple-a-day giveaway, and you could win one of eleven high tech prizes including an Apple MacBook Pro, iPads and iPods. There are also 88 Guildford Town Centre gift card instant prizes to be won!

The apple-a-day giveaway takes place at Guildford Town Centre, September 5 to 15. All it takes to get in the running is two easy steps:

1. Go to Facebook.com/GuildfordTownCentre to register, and click on the apple-a-day giveaway tab where you’ll receive a unique promo code.

2. Take the promo code to a digital kiosk at Guildford Town Centre (by Customer Service or by Sears on the upper level). Type in your promo code to find out if you are a finalist or an instant prize winner.

Grand prizes will be awarded at a special VIP reception with finalists and their guests on September 16 at 2pm. Instant prizes will be awarded daily, and can be claimed at Customer Service.Non-winning promo codes can be checked each subsequent day, but only once a day during the promotional period. So, if you don’t win the first day, keep trying.

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We are pleased to introduce our new Shuttle Service, now operating inside the shopping centre on the upper level, daily from 12pm to 4pm. On evenings when we’re open late, the shuttle runs until 7pm.

If you’re in need of assistance during the shuttle off hours, please contact Customer Service at (604) 585-1565, and we will do our best to help you.

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Interested in a new and successful way to raise funds for your non-profit group? Guildford Town Centre is hosting its third annual Heart of the Holidays, a special evening of shopping to kick off the holiday season.

Heart of the Holidays is set for Tuesday, November 27, from 5:30pm to 10pm.

Guests will enjoy special “one night only” offers and discounts from retailers, entry into draws for fabulous prizes, access to the VIP lounge for snacks and beverages, and live entertainment throughout the centre.

Your group is invited to take advantage of this great fundraising program, by selling tickets for $10 each and keeping 100 per cent of the proceeds for your organization. In 2011, a total of 18 organizations sold tickets for this event and together they raised $16,000. We look forward to working with you and your organization this year.

For more information or to request tickets, contact Petra Barker at (604) 587- 4263.

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THIRD EDITION Fall 2012

what’s insideconstruction update ........... 2

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There are plenty of changes, and we’re excited to hear your comments and see your reaction to our quickly unfolding $280-million redevelopment.

Any time a large shopping centre takes on a renovation of this magnitude, there’s naturally a readjustment period. We’re confi dent you will love the changes.

Drive on in. Our directional signage will help guide you to your favourite retailers, and here’s a little secret – our upper level parkade is a dream for the shopper who loves easy parking, and quick access in and out. Look for the parkade entrance ramp off of 150th Street and 102A Avenue, and enjoy the added convenience. We’re also building new entrances with direct access to the

shopping centre from both levels of the parkade.

We know there are areas in and around the shopping centre that will be unfamiliar to you, however, we still have plenty of familiar faces and a diverse mix of retailers for all your shopping needs.

We can’t wait until our fi nishing touches are revealed.Still to come, an exterior plaza featuring a dramaticbasalt waterfall that will cascade from the upper tolower plaza, and a nature walk to promote healthy community living.Stop by and see Guildford Town Centre’s exciting transformation. We’re building a bright future, and we want you to be a part of it.

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September 04, 2012

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