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Whole Foods Market Awards Local Producer Loan to

Harkers Organics
$30,000 will provide a new processing line for Harkers packinghouse.

BURNABY, British Columbia(March 5, 2016) Whole Foods Market announced that it would
award a $30,000 low-interest loan to Harkers Organics as part of the companys Local Producer
Loan Program. Through this program, Whole Foods Market is committed to providing $25 million
in low-interest loans to local growers, producers and food artisans.

A farm in its sixth generation, Harkers Organics has harnessed sustainable food growth since
British Columbia became a province. With the 30-acre organic estate, the Harker family produces
crops and tree fruits where they sell products at the property market, in addition to processing,
packing and brokering to 15 organic growers as well as supplying 15 British Columbia restaurants.
The growers recently added a winery to the property, where they create fruit wines with the fruit of
preexisting trees.

With the Whole Foods Market financing, Harkers Organics will add a new processing line to the
business packinghouse.

The Harker family has been dedicated to local farming for generations and theyve been passionate
about cultivating sustainable crops, said Denise Breyley, Whole Foods Markets Local Forager in the
Pacific Northwest. Its rewarding to partner with Harkers Organics as the unique fruit wine and
sustainable crop growers thrive.

There will be a cheque presentation ceremony for Harkers Organics March 5 at 11:30 a.m., at the
North Burnaby Whole Foods Market during Meet the Makers, an event series for shoppers to get to
know local farmers, ranchers, makers, producers and artisans.

Background on the Local Producer Loan Program
Helping local producers flourish has been a goal at Whole Foods Market since its inception. In
addition to offering local products in stores, Whole Foods Markets Local Producer Loan Program
provides fixed low-interest loans from $1,000 to $100,000 to local and independent food
businesses. Launched in 2006, the program has granted $14 million thus far to loan recipients that
meet Whole Foods Markets quality standards, use the funds for expansion and have a viable
business plan.

From helping local partners purchase more animals, invest in new equipment or convert to organic
production, Whole Foods Market is committed to supporting budding food businesses in the
communities Whole Foods Market serves.

About Whole Foods Market

Founded in 1980 in Austin, Texas, Whole Foods Market (wholefoodsmarket.com, NASDAQ: WFM),
is the leading natural and organic food retailer. The company's motto, Whole Foods, Whole People,
Whole Planet captures its mission to ensure customer satisfaction and health, Team Member
excellence and happiness, enhanced shareholder value, community support and environmental
improvement. Thanks to the companys more than 88,000 Team Members, Whole Foods Market has
been ranked as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For in America by FORTUNE magazine for
15 consecutive years. In fiscal year 2013, the company had sales of $12.9 billion and currently has
411 stores in the United States, Canada and the United Kingdom.

About Harkers Organics
Harkers Organics is 30 acre Organic farm that produces ground crops and tree fruits, owns a
farmgate market that sells their produce, a wholesale and packing entity that brokers for 15
Organic Growers in the Valley, a Restaurant program that services 15 Restaurants from Osoyoos to
Kelowna and an Award Winning fruit winery that uses the beautiful organic fruit of the
Similkameen! The Harker (nee Manery) family settled in the Similkameen Valley in 1888, just 17
years after British Columbia became Canadas sixth Province. The farm that the winery is currently
situated on is currently in its sixth generation, and has hosted a variety of different enterprises
ranging from a Dairy, Cattle Rearing, Farming and now a Winery.

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JUICE BAR OPENS AT COLUMBIA CENTER

Fruta Rayada El Rey opened a second location after success in Pasco
Kennewick, Wash. (January 5, 2016) Fruta Rayada El Rey, a fruit and juice bar,
recently opened at Columbia Center Mall after successfully building its first store in Pasco.
Its Spanish name translates to The Striped Fruit King in English.
The juice bar offers fresh fruit infused beverages, cocktails and horchata along with a hot
dog bar.
Fruta Rayada El Rey has quite the local following, said Columbia Center Director of
Marketing and Business Development, Jordan Youngs. Were happy to welcome a juice
bar thats different from the typical smoothie stores to offer shoppers variety when they visit
the food court.
Fruta Rayada El Rey is located in the food court near Macys.Other beverage stores at
Columbia Center include Orange Julius and Starbucks.
To stay up-to-date on the latest sales, events and news, follow Columbia Center on
Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
About Columbia Center
The Columbia Center is an all-in-one destination for the Tri-Cities and Southeastern
Washington and Oregon shoppers with over 150 shopping, dining and entertainment
options. With a vast indoor shopping mall, a vibrant childrens play area, a food court, an
attached outside walking mall, and surrounding strips of dining, Columbia Center retailers
include, Macy's, Coach, ULTA Beauty, Barnes & Noble, DSW Shoes, a Regal movie
theater, P.F. Chang's and Twig's Bistro and Martini Bar, For more information, please visit
www.simon.com/mall/columbia-center.
About Simon
Simon is a global leader in retail real estate ownership, management and development and
a S&P100 company (Simon Property Group, NYSE:SPG). Our industry-leading retail
properties and investments across North America, Europe and Asia provide shopping
experiences for millions of consumers every day and generate billions in annual retail sales.
For more information, visit simon.com.
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COLORADO MILLS AND DENVER WEST VILLAGE APPOINT NEW

MARKETING ADMINISTRATOR
LAKEWOOD, CO. February XX, 2016 Simons Colorado Mills and Denver West Village
welcome Kevin Anderson as the new marketing administrator, where he will support
marketing and business development functions.
In this role, Anderson will assist in the implementation of marketing activities including
events, social media, guest services, public relations and overall communications.
Additionally, he will support various business functions such as tenant and partner
relationships.
Im so excited to be a part of this team, Anderson said. I grew up near Colorado Mills and
have lived in Colorado my whole life, so its exciting to work in the community that I call
home.
New to the Simon family, he brings great retail leadership experience. He spent almost a
decade with GAP Inc. where he began as a sales associate and ultimately served as
assistant manager. Anderson holds a Bachelor of Arts from Metropolitan State University in
Denver with an emphasis on business and marketing.
We are very happy to welcome Kevin to the center, said Director of Marketing and
Business Development Brenda Cleary. He brings a knowledgeable retail background and
an enthusiastic personality that make him a fantastic addition to our team.
For more news and events, follow Colorado Mills on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook.
About Colorado Mills and Denver West Village
Colorado Mills, the largest outlet and value retail shopping destination in the state, offers
more than 200 outlet and value retail stores, including Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH, Neiman
Marcus Last Call, Banana Republic Factory Store, Brooks Brothers Factory Store, Calvin
Klein, Coach, Gap Outlet, J.Crew Factory, Michael Kors Outlet and Nike Factory Store.
Shoppers can also enjoy a great dining experience at Yard House or catch a movie at
United Artists Colorado Mills Stadium 16 & IMAX. As part of the Colorado Mills campus,
Denver West Village, an adjacent open-air center, offers retailers such as Barnes & Noble,
World Market, Whole Foods, Bed Bath & Beyond, Old Navy and Designer Shoe
Warehouse, plus restaurants Blue Sky Cafe, Summit House and Outback Steakhouse. For
more information on Colorado Mills, please visit www.coloradomills.com.

About The Mills, A Simon Company

The Mills, one of Simon Property Group's five real estate platforms, offers a unique brand
of shopping with a mix of popular name brand outlets, value retailers and full-price stores,
plus family-oriented dining and entertainment concepts. The Mills are well located in major
metropolitan markets and many are recognized as leading tourism destinations. Simon
Property Group, Inc. (NYSE: SPG) is a S&P 100 company and a global leader in the retail
real estate industry. Simon currently owns or has an interest in more than 325 retail real
estate properties in North America, Asia and Europe comprising approximately 243 million
square feet. Simon is headquartered in Indianapolis, Ind., and employs approximately 5,500
people in the United States. For more information, visit the Simon Property Group website
at www.simon.com.
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STONERIDGE SHOPPING CENTER PARTNERS WITH PRINCESS

PROJECT TO BRING PROM DRESSES TO GIRLS IN NEED

PLEASANTON, Calif. February 1, 2015 The Princess Project, an organization that
provides free prom dresses and accessories to girls that otherwise cant afford them, will
partner with Stoneridge Shopping Center this February. The center will host a Princess
Project drop-off location for new or lightly used gowns and accessories February 1 to 21.
In addition to Macys and other department stores at the center, a variety of retailers offer
an array of beautiful dresses for shoppers in the spirit of giving.

Forever 21 and H&M are excellent options at Stoneridge where the centers visitors
will find a variety of unique dresses priced between $20-$40. These stores also carry
a number of shoe styles and accessories that include jewelry as low as $2, which
can be donated to The Princess Project as well.
Express, another fashion store that is currently hosting a sale, offers affordable
dresses that will still sparkle at a school dance. The store offers gowns for every
event as well as jewelry, clutches and handbags.
The Princess Project also accepts donations for plus-sized women, which can be
found at Torrid. Shoppers will find gorgeous styles that will fit girls of all shapes.
Torrid offers dress sizes 0-30 and shoe sizes 7-11.5.

Every girl deserves to feel special at prom regardless of her familys financial means, said
Stoneridge Shopping Center Director of Marketing and Business Development Betsy
Edwards. We love being able to offer shoppers the opportunity to shop and donate items
the Princess Project, which has made prom possible for so many girls.
The Princess Project will also accept monetary donations, perfect for shoppers on a time
crunch. Just $25 will provide a prom gown for a girl that needs it. Donations can be dropped
off at XX in Stoneridge Shopping Center.
For more up-to-date news and events, follow Stoneridge Shopping Center on Twitter,
Facebook and Instagram.
About Stoneridge Shopping Center
Stoneridge Shopping Center, a Simon property, is the premier shopping experience in the
East Bay, with its contemporary amenities and comprehensive mix of upscale retail
offerings. Among the 165 stores and restaurants at Stoneridge Shopping Center, this indoor
mall features Nordstrom, H&M, Apple, LEGO and Build-A-Bear. Stoneridge Shopping
Center serves the communities of Pleasanton, Dublin, San Ramon, Livermore and Danville.
For more information, visit www.simon.com/mall/stoneridge-shopping-center.

About The Princess Project

The Princess Project promotes self-confidence and individual beauty by providing free prom
dresses and accessories to high school girls who cannot otherwise afford them. Their effort
is made possible through invaluable volunteer, donor and community support. For more
information visit http://princessproject.org.
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