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Friday, November 1, 2024

LIST: Philippine Holidays 2025

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Proclamation No. 727, signed by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., declares the regular holidays and special (non-working) days for 2025. There are ten regular holidays and four special non-working days.

Please refer to the list of 2025 Philippine Holidays below:

Regular Holidays:

🔴New Year’s Day – 1 January (Wednesday)

🔴Araw ng Kagitingan – 9 April (Wednesday)

🔴Maundy Thursday – 17 April

🔴Good Friday – 18 April

🔴Labor Day – 1 May (Thursday)

🔴Independence Day – 12 June (Thursday)

🔴National Heroes Day – 25 August (Last Monday of August)

🔴Bonifacio Day – 30 November (Sunday)

🔴Christmas Day – 25 December (Thursday)

🛑Rizal Day – 30 December (Tuesday)


Special Non-Working Holidays:

🛑Ninoy Aquino Day – 21 August (Thursday)

🛑All Saints Day – 1 November (Saturday)

🛑Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary – 8 December (Monday)

🛑Last Day of the Year – 31 December (Wednesday)


Special (Working) Day:

🛑EDSA People Power Revolution Anniversary – 25 February (Tuesday)

🛑Additional Special (Non-Working) Days:

🛑Chinese New Year – 29 January (Wednesday)

🛑Black Saturday – 19 April

Eid’l Fitr and Eid’l Adha date: To be determined.

The National Commission on Muslim Filipinos will recommend the dates these holidays will fall to the President, based on the sighting of the moon, as per the Islamic calendar.

Source: https://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/2024/10/30/proclamation-no-727-s-2024/ 

 

Tuesday, October 6, 2020

Some ABS-CBN shows return to free TV via Zoe deal

A2Z Channel 11 logo from Wikipedia


ABS-CBN officially announced that its broadcast deal with Zoe Broadcasting Network, a free-to-air channel owned by the family of the religious leader and Congressman Eddie Villanueva.


Starting October 10, 2020, several ABS-CBN movies and entertainment shows will air on Zoe Broadcasting Network's newly rebranded A2Z channel 11, a free TV channel available on analog TV in Metro Manila and nearby provinces. 

Zoe TV was recently included on the lineup of channels offered by Lopez-owned SkyCable and the MVP Group's Cignal service. With the partnership, the channel has been renamed as A2Z. It may be viewed using TV sets in Metro Manila and nearby provinces.


As of the moment, ABS-CBN airs its programs on digital, cable, and satellite TV and via online live streams like YouTube and Facebook to sustain content and allow the audience to view their shows.

Monday, August 3, 2020

LIST: Philippine Holidays 2021

Plan your vacations. The Malacañang palace releases 2021 Philippine holiday dates.


Photo by: Time and Date


The Proclamation No. 986 signed by President Rodrigo Duterte declares the regular holidays and special (non-working) days for 2021. There are ten regular holidays and nine special non-working days.

 

Please refer on the list of 2021 Philippine Holidays below:


Regular Holidays

🔴New Year’s Day– January 1 (Friday)

🔴Araw ng Kagitingan– April 9 (Friday)

🔴Maundy Thursday– April 1

🔴Good Friday– April 2

🔴Labor Day– May 1 (Saturday)

🔴Independence Day– June 12 (Saturday)

🔴National Heroes’ Day– August 30 (Last Monday of August)

🔴Bonifacio Day– November 30 (Tuesday)

🔴Christmas Day– December 25 (Saturday)

🛑Rizal Day -December 30 (Thursday)


Special Non-Working Holidays:

🔴Chinese New Year– February 12 (Friday)

🔴Edsa People Power Anniversary– February 25 (Thursday)

🔴Black Saturday– April 3

🔴Ninoy Aquino Day– August 21 (Saturday)

🔴All Saints’ Day– November 1 (Monday)

🔴All Souls’ Day – November 2 (Tuesday)

🔴Feast of the Immaculate Conception of Mary– December 8 (Wednesday)

🔴Christmas Eve – December 24 (Friday)

🔴Last Day of the Year– December 31 (Friday) 


Eid’l Fitr and Eid’l Adha dates: To be determined.


Source: https://www.officialgazette.gov.ph/2020/07/30/proclamation-no-986-s-2020/ 



Friday, January 3, 2020

Sinulog 2020 - Novena Mass Schedule


Sinulog 2020 Theme "Señor Santo Niño: Cause of our Unity and Charity".

Sinulog 2020 - General Schedule. Image from santoninodecebubasilica.org
Sinulog 2020 - General Schedule. Image from santoninodecebubasilica.org


Day 1: January 09, 2020 (Thursday)

3:00 AM – Assembly Time at Fuente Osmeña
4:00 AM – Start of the Penitential Walk with Jesus
5:30 AM – (Route: Fuente Osmeña – Osmeña Boulevard – Basilica)
5:30 AM – Solemn Mass for the Opening Salvo (Cebuano)
5:30 AM – Installation of Hermano Mayor and Hermana Mayores 2020
5:30 AM – Venue: Santo Niño Pilgrim Center


Walk with Jesus and Walk with Mary route for penitential processions. Photo by Dave Tumulak
Walk with Jesus and Walk with Mary route for penitential processions. Photo by Dave Tumulak

7:00 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
8:30 AM – Holy Mass (English)
10:00 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
11:30 AM – Holy Mass (English)
1:00 PM – Holy Mass (English)
2:30 PM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
4:00 PM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
5:30 PM – Holy Mass with Traditional Sinulog (English )
7:00 PM – Holy Mass with Traditional Sinulog (English)

Day 2: January 10, 2020 (Friday)
Second Day Novena Mass Schedule

4:00 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
5:30 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
7:00 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
8:30 AM – Holy Mass (English)
10:00 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
11:30 AM – Holy Mass (English)
1:00 PM – Holy Mass (English)
2:30 PM – Holy Mass (Cebuano) Mass for the Opening Salvo of Sinulog Festival
4:00 PM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
5:30 PM – Holy Mass (English)
7:00 PM – Holy Mass (English)

Days 3-8: January 11-16, 2020 (Saturday to Thursday)

4:00 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
5:30 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
7:00 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
8:30 AM – Holy Mass (English)
10:00 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
11:30 AM – Holy Mass (English)
1:00 PM – Holy Mass (English)
2:30 PM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
4:00 PM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
5:30 PM – Holy Mass (English) with short traditional Sinulog
7:00 PM – Holy Mass (English) with short traditional Sinulog

Day 9: January 17, 2020 (Friday)

3:00 AM – Assembly Time at Fuente Osmeña
4:00 AM – Walk with Mary(Route: Fuente Osmeña – Osmeña Boulevard – Basilica)
5:30 AM – Misa de Traslacion (Cebuano)
5:30 AM – Venue: Santo Niño Pilgrim Center (Immediately after the Mass the Traslacion takes place to National Shrine of Saint Joseph, Mandaue, of the pilgrim images of Señor Sto. Niño de Cebu and Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe de Cebu)



Traslacion Cebu-Mandaue Route. Sinulog 2020. Photo by Dave Tumulak
Traslacion Cebu-Mandaue Route. Sinulog 2020. Photo by Dave Tumulak

7:00 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
8:30 AM – Holy Mass (English)
10:00 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
11:30 AM – Holy Mass (English)
12:30 PM – DepEd RO7 Traditional "HALAD" (Dance Offering)
2:30 PM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
4:00 PM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
5:30 PM – Holy Mass (English)with short traditional Sinulog
7:00 PM – Holy Mass (English)with short traditional Sinulog

Day 10: January 18, 2020 (Visperas Day, Saturday)

VISPERAS

11:00 PM – January 17 - Mass at National Shrine of Joseph, Mandaue for the Send-off of the Pilgrim Images to Lapu-Lapu City
12:00 MN – Traslacion from National Shrine of Saint Joseph to the National Shrine of Virgen de Regla
6:00 PM – Venue: National Shrine of St. Joseph, Mandaue City
1:00 AM – Reception Rites for the Pilgrim Images & Public Veneration
4:00 AM – Mass for the Send-off of the Pilgrim Images for the Fluvial Procession
5:30 AM – Short Procession from the National Shrine of Virgen de Regla to Muelle Osmeña Port(tentative)
6:00 AM – Fluvial Procession at Mactan Channel Masses at the Basilica
5:30 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
7:00 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
9:00 AM – Solemn Mass in Commemoration of the First Baptism and Mass and the First Wedding
4:00 AM – Traditional "Halad" (Dace Offering)
9:00 AM – Venue: Santo Niño Pilgrim Center
1:00 PM – Solemn Procession of the venerable image of Señor Sto. Niño de Cebu
6:00 PM – Pontifical Mass de Visperas
6:00 PM – Venue: Santo Niño Pilgrim Center
8:00 PM – One Hour Traditional Dance Sinulog
8:00 PM – Venue: Santo Niño Pilgrim Center

Day 11: January 19, 2020 (Fiesta Señor Day, Sunday)

4:00 AM – Mañanita Mass
6:00 AM – Misa Pontifical de la "Fiesta Señor" by His Excellency Archbishop Jose S. Palma
8:30 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
10:00 AM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
11:30 AM – Holy Mass (English)
1:00 PM – Holy Mass (English)
2:30 PM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
4:00 PM – Holy Mass (Cebuano)
5:30 PM – Holy Mass (English)
7:00 PM – Holy Mass (English)
All Masses of the Fiesta Señor will be concluded with the Traditional Sinulog Dance

Day 12: January 20, 2020 (Thanksgiving day, Monday)

6:00 AM – Holy Mass
7:00 AM – Holy Mass
8:00 AM – Holy Mass
10:00 AM – Holy Mass
2:00 PM – Holy Mass
4:00 PM – Holy Mass
5:30 AM – Commemoration Mass for the Deceased Members of the Cofradia del Sto. Niño de Cebu
5:30 PM – Holy Mass
5:30 AM – Mass for All the Sick and the Aged
7:00 PM – Holy Mass

January 24, 2020 (Adlaw sa Hubo)

4:00 AM – Misa Solemne sa "HUBO"
4:00 AM – Venue: Santo Niño Pilgrim Center
6:00 AM – Holy Mass
7:00 AM – Holy Mass
8:00 AM – Holy Mass
9:00 AM – Holy Mass
10:00 AM – Holy Mass
11:00 AM – Holy Mass
12:00 NN – Holy Mass
1:00 PM – Holy Mass
2:00 PM – Holy Mass
3:00 PM – Holy Mass
4:00 PM – Holy Mass
5:00 PM – Holy Mass
6:00 PM – Holy Mass
7:00 PM – Holy Mass

6:00PM – Pontifical Mass
8:00PM – Religious Sinulog to Santo Niño

Sinulog Novena Mass by Cedric Lucero
Taken during the Sinulog 2013 Novena Mass at Basilica del Sto. Niño. 

#Sinulog2020 #FiestaSenyor2020


VIVA! PIT SENYOR!!

Thursday, July 21, 2016

Hope in 40 Seconds: A Fight to Save Lives

Natasha Goulbourn Foundation (NGF) in partnership with the Department of Health (DOH) and the UP Junior Marketing Association (UPJMA), and the support of Globe Telecom is launching “Hope in 40 Seconds”, a 40-seconder animated digital video competition that aims to promote mental health and encourage those suffering from it as well as their loved ones to seek guidance from HOPELINE, NGF’s free 24/7 suicide hotline.
  
Every 40 seconds, a life is lost to suicide, making it the second leading cause of death among 15-29 year-olds globally, according to the World Health Organization.  To add, depression is the predominant cause of illness and disability for both boys and girls aged 10 to 19.
Natasha Goulbourn Foundation (NGF) in partnership with the Department of Health (DOH) and the UP Junior Marketing Association (UPJMA), and the support of Globe Telecom is launching “Hope in 40 Seconds”, a 40-seconder animated digital video competition that aims to promote mental health and encourage those suffering from it as well as their loved ones to seek guidance from HOPELINE, NGF’s free 24/7 suicide hotline.
    With the grim scenario, the Natasha Goulbourn Foundation (NGF) in partnership with the Department of Health (DOH) and the UP Junior Marketing Association (UPJMA), and the support of Globe Telecom is launching “Hope in 40 Seconds”, a 40-seconder animated digital video competition that aims to promote mental health and encourage those suffering from it as well as their loved ones to seek guidance from HOPELINE, NGF’s free 24/7 suicide hotline.

    “We want to counter the suicide rate of one per 40 seconds by offering hope so that those who are in emotional crisis and in need of immediate assistance can have someone they can talk to, someone who understands what they are going through, and who can give them the support they need,” said Jean Goulbourn, Chief Executive Officer of NGF, a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing depression to light.
Through animated videos which will be distributed using various channels such as social media and movie theaters, NGF would be able to reach out to more people and provide them with proper intervention so they could veer away from negative and escapist behaviors.

    Globe, a partner of NGF in providing the information and communications technology infrastructure for HOPELINE which enables Globe and TM customers to call toll-free, also lends its resources to the video competition which it believes may also help curb incidents of cyberbullying.

    “Although there are no official studies yet on how cyberbullying affects mental health, there are already reports of young people taking their own lives due to online pressure and stress.  Being a company which is driven by our purpose to transform the Philippines into a digital nation, it is also our duty to protect and educate the people on the impact of technology in their lives, thus, our support for this campaign,” said Fernando Esguerra, Globe Director for Citizenship.  Globe also currently runs the Digital Thumbprint Program workshops for students to guide them on responsible online behavior and has also forged a partnership with the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Philippines and the Ateneo Human Rights Center for the protection of children against online exploitation.

The video campaign has also been taken as a project by the UP JMA, a university-wide student organization of over 300 members.  For this semester, the organization embarked on SPARK: The Movement to promote a healthy lifestyle and to spread hope among the country’s youth.

The video competition is open to all Filipino citizens currently residing in the Philippines.  All entries must be in animated digital video format (FLV, WMV, MOV, AVI, MPEG, mp4) not exceeding 40 seconds including the title and end screens.  It should also incorporate the HOPELINE numbers 804-HOPE (4673), 0917558HOPE (4673), and 2919 (toll-free for TM and Globe) as a call to action in the animation. 

For more information and queries, you may email hopein40seconds@gmail.com  or visit SPARK The Movement by UP JMA at https://www.facebook.com/SparkTheMovement. /PR


Tuesday, January 26, 2016

Madonna In Manila - RebelHeart Tour

 Less than a month from now, Madonna’s RebelHeart Tour in Manila will take the Philippine music scene by storm as the SM Mall of Asia Arena is expected to house a 2-day concert experience that will go down in music history.

Less than a month from now, Madonna’s RebelHeart Tour in Manila will take the Philippine music scene by storm as the SM Mall of Asia Arena is expected to house a 2-day concert experience that will go down in music history.



Madonna fans all over the country are beyond excited and feeling ecstatic as the Queen of Pop is expected to bring her mighty all in terms of singing prowess and overall stage performance. Got your tickets to the show already? Don’t fret if you are still on the lookout for those precious tickets. Globe Telecom, the exclusive presenter of the tour’s Manila leg, is bringing back the second installment of its RebelHeart Tour Raffle Promo which will give you the chance to win free passes to the concert. 
After the success of the first RebelHeart Tour Raffle Promo, which brought 2 lucky Globe customers to Los Angeles, California for an all-expense paid trip to catch Madonna on stage, Globe recently announced the second round of the raffle which gives any Globe Prepaid, TM, Postpaid, Platinum, and Tattoo customers a chance to win tickets to Madonna’s concert in Manila.

To earn raffle entries, simply register to GoSURF30 and up, apply for a Tattoo Home Broadband Plan 999 and up, or download a Madonna ringback tone from January 1 to 31, 2016. To register to the raffle, text MADONNA REG <Name>/<Address>/<Email>/<Age>/<Gender> to 2662. Platinum and Tattoo Home Broadband customers are automatically registered to the raffle. Draw date is on February 5, 2016. Twenty four (24) lucky winners will get the chance to see the Queen of Pop perform live in Manila.

In a few weeks, the RebelHeart Tour lands on Philippine shores and Globe is here to give lucky Globe and Tattoo customers a once in a lifetime concert experience with the second installment of our RebelHeart Tour Raffle Promo. Music is an integral part of the Filipino digital lifestyle and we wish to make the experience wonderful each time,” shares Globe Telecom Senior Vice President for Consumer Mobile Marketing Issa Cabreira. For more details on how you can earn raffle entries, visit www.globe.com.ph/BeOneWithMadonnaRaffle.

Tickets for Madonna’s RebelHeart Tour on February 24 and 25, 2016 at the Mall of Asia Arena are on sale now in all SM Ticket Outlets, smtickets.com or call 470-2222. Exclusive ticket deals also await Globe customers. Visit www.globe.com.ph/BeOnewithMadonna to learn more.

Sunday, November 1, 2015

SINULOG 2016 - Schedule of Activities

The biggest and grandest festival in the Philippines in honor of Sr. Sto. Niño. Celebrated every third weekend of January. This 2016, Sinulog Grand Parade will be on January 17, 2016 (Sunday). 

Sinulog 2015 - Bascilica del Santo Niño - CebuStreetJournal.com
During the Novena Mass at Basilica del Sto. Niño - Cebu. 


SINULOG 2016 Schedule of Activities
(as of November 1, 2015)

December 1, 2015 – January 31, 2016 : Sinulog Street Fair, Osmeña Blvd.

 

December 26, 2015 – January 23, 2016 : Sinulog 2015 Photo Exhibit @ SM City Cebu


January 3, 2016 (Saturday)  Sinulog Fun Run

5:00 A.M. : Elimination Sinulog 2016 Dance Crew

January 7, 2016 (Thursday)  Opening Salvo: Walk with Jesus

4:00 A.M. : Assembly Time (Area) Fuente Osmeña
4:30 A.M. : Start of Walk-Fuente Osmeña Blvd. – Basilica del Sto. Niño
5:30 A.M. : Installation of Hermano & Hermana Mayores 2016

January 8, 2016 (Friday)  Sinulog 2015 Kick Off

10:00 A.M. : Sinulog Trade Fair @ SM City Cebu by Department of Trade and Industry
2:00 P.M. : Solemn Mass (Basilica del Santo Niño)
3:00 P.M. : Launching Parade (Basilica del Santo Niño to CCSC)
6:00 P.M. : Sinulog Choral Competition Grand Finals @ Fuente Osmeña
7:00 P.M. : Opening and Launching Program, Fuente Osmeña
8:00 P.M. : Sinulog Idol (Fuente Osmeña Circle)
9:00 P.M. : Street Party Bands

January 9, 2016 (Saturday)  Sinulog sa Kabataan sa Lalawigan

1:00 P.M. : Parade of Participants, Capitol Site to Cebu City Sports Center
2:00 P.M. : Sinulog sa Kabataan sa Lalawigan @ Cebu City Sports Center
6:30 P.M. : Cultural Show (Fuente Osmeña) by Department of Education - Cebu Province
7:00 P.M. : Ms. Cebu 2015 Pre Pageant Night @ Ayala Activity Center
8:00 P.M. : Sinulog Idol @ Fuente Osmeña Circle
9:00 p.m. : Concert @ Fuente Osmeña Circle, Street Party

January 10, 2016 (Sunday)  Sinulog sa Kabataan sa Dakbayan

3:00 A.M. : Cebu City 2015 Marathon – www.cebumarathon.com
1:00 P.M. : Parade of Participants, Plaza Independencia to Cebu City  Sports Center
2:00 P.M. : Sinulog sa Kabataan sa Dakbayan @ Cebu City Sports Center
6:30 P.M. : Cultural Show (Fuente Osmeña) by University of San Carlos, Cebu Normal University, Salazar College of Science and Institute of Technology
8:00 P.M. : Sinulog Idol (Fuente Osmeña)
9:00 P.M. : Concert @ the Fuente Osmeña, Street Party Bands

January 11, 2016 (Monday)   

6:30 P.M. : Cultural Show (Fuente Osmeña)
8:00 P.M. : Sinulog Idol (Fuente Osmeña)
9:00 P.M. : Concert @ the Fuente Osmeña, Street Party Bands

January 12, 2016 (Tuesday)                 

6:30 P.M. : Cultural Show (Fuente Osmeña)
8:00 P.M. : Sinulog Idol (Fuente Osmeña)
9:00 P.M. : Concert @ the Fuente Osmeña, Street Party Bands

January 13, 2016 (Wednesday)      

9:00 A.M. : Airport Welcome (Balikbayan Flights)
6:30 P.M. : Cultural Show (Fuente Osmeña) by Department of Education - Cebu City Division
7:00 P.M. : Ms. Cebu 2016 Coronation Night @ Waterfront Hotel Cebu City
8:00 P.M. : Sinulog Idol (Fuente Osmeña)
9:00 P.M. : Concert @ the Fuente Osmeña, Street Party Bands

January 14, 2016 (Thursday)

9:00 A.M. : Airport Welcome (Balikbayan Flights)
6:00 P.M. : Balik Cebu Welcome Party @ Ayala Activity Center
6:30 P.M. : Sinulog Festival Queen Runway Competition and Photoshoot
8:00 P.M. : Handumanan @ Ayala Terraces
8:00 P.M. : Sinulog 2016 Idol Grand Finals @ the Fuente Osmeña
9:00 P.M. : Concert @ the Fuente Osmeña, Street Party Bands

January 15, 2016 (Friday)  Visual Merchandising Contest (Dept. Stores and Malls)

4:00 A.M. : Walk with Mary (Area) Fuente Osmeña - Sto. Niño
9:00 A.M. : Solidarity Meeting (All Competing Contingent/Floats/Higante/Puppeteers)
                  @ Cebu City Sports Center Gym
6:00 P.M. : Sinulog 2016 Dance Crew Finals @ Cebu City Sports Center
7:30 P.M. : Sinulog Festival Queen 2016 Coronation Night @ Cebu City Sports Center
8:00 P.M. : Cebu Popular Music Festival @ Cebu Coliseum

January 16, 2016 (Saturday)           

6:00 A.M. : Fluvial Procession of the Miraculous Image of the Sto. Niño
9:00 A.M. : Re-enactment of the Baptism of Queen Juana and Rajah Humabon Basilica del Santo Niño
12:00 P.M. : 10th "The Street Vibration & Big Bike Rally 2016" by V-max Owner's Group, Inc. Cebu Chapter
2:00 P.M. : Solemn Procession of the Miraculous Image of Sto. Niño
7:00 P.M. : Sinulog Fireworks Competition @ SM City Cebu
7:00 P.M. : Street Party @ Fuente Osmeña and Plaza Independencia

January 17, 2016 (Sunday) Sinulog Grand Parade

4:00 A.M. : Mañanita Mass @ Basilica del Sto. Niño
6:00 A.M. : Pontifical Mass with His Eminence Jose S. Palma
8:00 A.M. : Holy Mass @ Cebu City Sports Center
9:00 A.M. : Sinulog Grand Parade Carousel Kick Off
7:00 P.M. : Grand Finale and Grand Fireworks @ Cebu City Sports Center
7:30 P.M. : Street Party Bands, Fuente Osmeña
9:00 P.M. : Pyrospectacular Show (Pyromusical Show @ SM City Cebu)
5:00 P.M. – 2:00 A.M. : Concert Series sa Sugbo @ SRP Grounds
12:00 MN : Sinulog Fireworks @SRP

January 18, 2016 (Monday)  : Awarding Ceremonies @ Cebu City Sports Center


January 22, 2016 (Friday)    “HUBO”


January 25, 2016 (Monday)   : First Cebu City Triathlon – cct.cornerstone8080events.com


January 26, 2016 (Tuesday)   : Judging Sinulog 2016 Photo Contest


January 27, 2016 (Wednesday)  : Judging of Finalist in Short Film / Video Documentary and Music Video Contest


January 30, 2016 (Saturday)                                

1:00 P.M. : Screening of Finalists Sinulog Short Film Festival @ SM City Cebu
6:00 P.M. : Awarding Ceremonies Photo Contest, Short Film and Video Documentary Contest @ SM City Cebu

January 29, 2016 – February 6, 2016  :  Photo Exhibit “Winning Photos Sinulog 2016" @ SM City Cebu 

 Source: Sinulog.ph

Below are my photos of Sinulog 2015:
Sinulog 2015 - Bascilica del Santo Niño - CebuStreetJournal.com
Rain or shine.



Lifedance 2015 - CebuStreetJournal.com
Lifedance 2015 @ Sugbo Grounds, Cebu.
Cedric Lucero of CebuStreetJournal.com
With Chef Niño. :D

Mark Gregana, Melchur Tolentino and Cedric Lucero - Sinulog 2015
With friends from Davao. On our way to Baseline, Mango Ave. Cebu City. :D
Cedric Lucero - www.CedricLucero.com
Strangers. Ha ha ha!

Wednesday, August 26, 2015

LIST: 2016 Philippine Holidays

Plan your vacations. Palace releases 2016 Philippine holiday dates.

The Proclamation No. 1105 signed by President Benigno Aquino declaring the regular holidays and special (non-working) days for the year 2016. There are ten regular holidays and nine special non-working days.

Please refer on the list of 2016 Philippine Holidays below:


Regular Holidays

New Year's Day  Friday, January 01, 2016
Maundy Thursday Thursday, March 24, 2016
Good Friday Friday, March 25, 2016
Araw ng Kagitingan Saturday, April 09, 2016
Labor Day Sunday, May 01, 2016
Independence Day  Sunday, June 12, 2016
National Heroes Day Monday, August 29, 2016
Bonifacio Day Wednesday, November 30, 2016
Christmas Day Sunday, December 25, 2016
Rizal Day  Friday, December 30, 2016

Special (Non-Working) Days

Chinese New Year Monday, February 08, 2016
EDSA People Power Revolution  Thursday, February 25, 2016
Black Saturday  Saturday, March 26, 2016
Ninoy Aquino Day  Sunday, August 21, 2016
All Saints Day Tuesday, November 01, 2016

Additional Special (Non-Working) Days

Saturday, January 02, 2016
Monday, October 31, 2016
Saturday, December 24, 2016
Saturday, December 31, 2016

2016 Philippine Holidays
2016 Philippine Holidays

2016 Philippine Holidays
2016 Philippine Holidays

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Sunday, June 14, 2015

Classic Mexican Telenovelas on BEAM Ch 31





Good news for lovers of classic Mexican telenovelas who are looking for an alternative to local and Korean standard drama fare.

Tagalog-dubbed hits La Madrasta (The Stepmother), Palabra de Mujer (A Woman’s Word), and Big Love (Llena de Amor) now air daily over BEAM UHF Free-to-Air Channel 31 in Metro Manila, Cebu, Davao, Baguio, Naga, Iloilo, and Zamboanga.  The programs are also available on cable in NCR via SkyCable Channel 72, Destiny Cable Channel 80, Cable Link Channel 82, and CableStar Channel 4, and Skycable Channel 20 in Cebu, Davao, and Baguio.  Airing starts daily from 5am - 7am and 7pm to 11pm with catch-up marathon on weekends in the same time slots.

Hit Mexican telenovela classic La Madrasta returns to the small screen with Victoria Ruffo and Cesar Evora.
 La Madrasta, which starred Victoria Ruffo and Cesar Evora, was an unexpected success when it was broadcast in Mexico back in 2005.  The drama is about Maria who was wrongly-accused of murder.  After many years in prison, she returned to be with her children and exact revenge on his husband Esteban who turned his back on her during the ordeal only to later be torn between her desire for justice and finding the strength to forgive.

A Woman’s Word, on the other hand, premiered in 2007 and is also the name of a TV talk show featured in the series.  It follows the intertwined lives of Vanesa, Fernanda, Paulina, and Matilde who despite their very different social backgrounds, embarked together on an exciting adventure in search of their personal fulfillment as professionals, and more importantly, as women. It was top-billed by Edith González, Yadhira Carrillo, Ludwika Paleta, and Lidia Ávila.

The lovely cast of A Woman’s Word, namely: Edith Gonzales, Yadhira Carrillo, Ludwika Paleta and Lidia Avila.
Meanwhile, Big Love which was aired in 2010, tells the story of Marianela, who may be huge in weight but is very positive in life even though she lived most of her childhood without the love and warmth of a family.  Played by Ariadne Diaz, Marianela experienced struggles in countless family intrigues that led her to live with her aunt in Spain.  After her aunt’s death, she went back to Mexico filled with optimism and self-confidence, determined to find her big love.



Ariadne Diaz playfully enacts a scene in Big Love.
The Spanish telenovela trend in the Philippines started in 1994 but began dwindling in popularity about a decade-and-a-half later as Asian dramas took over.  However, it continues to have some following particularly among young-to-middle aged women.
 

BEAM Channel 31 is a free-to-air TV being operated by Broadcast Enterprises and Affiliated Media, Inc. (BEAM), owned by a joint consortium led by Bethlehem Holdings, Inc., an investee of Globe Telecom’s Retirement Fund.

Thursday, April 23, 2015

Singapore: Your Gateway to Priceless Experience

Planning to visit Singapore anytime soon this year? There are daily flights to and from Cebu to Singapore vice versa. You might want to read this post first to see what Singapore has to offer.

Day shot Marina Bay area - Singapore Flyer, GBTB, MBS and the highways . Photo by: Singapore Tourism Board 
Singapore gears up for another year of thrills as the country proves it's a place to see where the world is heading with a slew of grand festivities set to take place in 2015. Visitors of all ages can expect only the best experiences in Singapore. Whether it's  your first-time or you regularly visit, Singapore never runs out of celebrations that let you journey to a world of unique experiences set to spark wonder and excitement at every turn. This 2015, get ready for spectacular adventures, starting with:

Events


World Gourmet Summit - 06 April to 03 May 2015

A celebration of culinary diversity since 1997. An annual epicurean festival that showcases the craftsmanship of prestigious chefs around the globe. Witness the world class culinary chefs from Spain, France, UK, Germany, Japan, Malaysia and Indonesia. List of chefs here. For the calendar of events, please click here. For more details about the event, you may visit their website at: http://www.worldgourmetsummit.com/.

Great Singapore Sale - 3rd week of May till middle of July 2015


Interior shot of the shops in Bugis. Photo by: Singapore Tourism Board
If you happen to visit Singapore from 29 May to 26 July 2015, you are just in time for the Great Singapore Sale. Enjoy great deals from fashion, jewelry, watches, toys, electronics, and more, all over Singapore! The event also offers exclusive privileges from MasterCard® – Official Card of the Great Singapore Sale 2015. For more details, please feel free to visit: http://www.greatsingaporesale.com.sg/2015/index-pre.html

South East Asian (SEA) Games - June 5 - 16, 2015

The goal of this event is to strengthen the ties of the South East Asian nations. It is Singapore's fourth time hosting the SEA Games which the country also commemorates the 50th year of independence. There will be 36 sports and 402 events this 28th SEA Games Singapore 2015. The Philippines will be sending approximately 400 athletes to participate in 33 sports. Visit the official website of 28th SEA Games Singapore 2015 at: https://www.seagames2015.com/

2015 Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix - September 18 - 20, 2015

Singapore has been the proud host of the world's only street night race since 2008. The backdrop of heritage buildings, modern architecture and breathtaking skyline culminates in an unparalleled combination of sights, sounds and a festive atmosphere. Come September 2015, the adrenaline-pumping non-stop action will once again enthrall crowds for the eighth year as the world's finest drivers prove their mettle on the challenging Marina Bay Street Circuit. Be part of a world-class event that combines gripping race action with an all-day entertainment program featuring international headliners, dazzling productions and delightful roving performances.

Race promoter Singapore GP Pte Ltd has unveiled three award winning, multi-platinum headliners for the 2015 FORMULA 1 SINGAPORE AIRLINES SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX entertainment line-up. American Grammy award winning acts Pharrell Williams and Maroon 5 will headline the Padang Stage, Singapore’s largest outdoor entertainment stage. Over at the Village Stage, one of Britain’s most iconic and influential bands Spandau Ballet will be making their Singapore debut at the Marina Bay Street Circuit. Race fans can enjoy significant savings of up to 25% off regular ticket prices during the early bird phase for the eighth installment of the world’s only street night race to be held on 18, 19 and 20 September. Marina Bay Street Circuit.

ZoukOut - Held on the weekend of the 2nd week of December

Singapore’s biggest annual dance music festival, ZoukOut. Tagged as “The time when light appears in the morning; dawn”. Usually held at one of the beaches on Sentosa island, a sun down to sunrise party, two days of best electronic music. 

Planning to make a trip and witness how Singaporeans party? You can buy ZoukOut tickets online. Just login to: https://ticketing.zoukclub.com For more details, please visit the ZoukOut Official Website at: http://www.zoukout.com/

Attractions in Singapore:


Breakfast with Elmo & Friends - Available on Saturdays till 1st August 2015

Start your day right with Elmo and friends. Universal Studios Singapore, Resorts World Sentosa offers you a hearty breakfast buffet with a variety of delicious treats accompanied with fun and hugs by your Seasame Street's favorite characters. Available on Saturdays only until August 1, 2015. Don't forget to bring along your camera when you visit. More details on: http://www.rwsentosa.com/

Trick Eye Museum Singapore - Located at Resorts World Sentosa 

Trick Eye is short for ‘Trick of the eye’, which refers to an art technique that turns two-dimensional paintings into three-dimensional images through the use of optical illusions. With that, 2D paintings on the museum walls, floors and ceilings appear to pop out of the surface and come to life. Visitors are more than welcome to explore the various themed galleries with their eyes, hands and even cameras. Step inside the paintings to complete a visual narrative with your creative poses, and watch a “tricky” story unfold before your camera. 

Singapore is the very first stop of Trick Eye Museum’s foreign venture with a museum situated on the island of Sentosa. There are a total of 90 artworks in the museum, which consists of six zones in different themes- 'World of Masterpiece', 'Safari Kingdom', 'Star of Circus', 'Dream of Fairy Tale', 'Love In Winter' and 'Adventure Discovery'. Several artworks are designed with elements of Singapore's culture such as horse-racing and also Singapore's most iconic symbol - the 'Merlion'. Classic artworks of Trick Eye Museum such as the ‘Ames Room’ and ‘Magic Table’ are also featured. Trick Eye Museum is an attraction for people of all ages coming together with friends, families and their loved ones. Embark on the adventure as you enter the 3D battle field. At Trick Eye Museum, you’ll be creating unforgettable memories with friends and family amid fun and laughter, with a dash of educational and cultural enrichment. A fun and engaging photo experience awaits you!

Madame Tussauds Singapore

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to pose for photos with your favorite celebrities at 10 fully themed interactive zones that feature realistic wax figures bearing an incredible likeness to the real deal.

The renowned Madame Tussauds Museum – now in Singapore – is the place to be for a star-studded experience like no other, whether your dream has always been to ‘meet’ Michael Jackson, Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, Johnny Depp, David Beckham, Sebastian Vettel or Lady Gaga! In addition, Madame Tussauds Singapore and Singapore Airlines recently announced the launch of a wax figure of the iconic Singapore Girl, one of Singapore’s best known icons.

Madame Tussauds Singapore is located at Imbiah Lookout on Sentosa and sits alongside Images of Singapore LIVE which is now open to the public. Images of Singapore LIVE introduces an entirely new element with live actors, telling stories about Singapore’s history. The two attractions are linked by the ‘Spirit of Singapore’ boat ride, the first-ever boat ride that lets visitors travel through a fantasy tropical garden that doubles as a cultural celebration of the city.

Alive Museum

Alive Museum is Singapore’s brand new fun and entertainment destination. Suitable for people of all ages, be it families, couples or tourists, the Alive Museum infuses and modernizes the concept of art into fun and entertainment. Sprawling over 10,000 sq ft, more than 80 artwork exhibits are brought alive with 3D painting, shading and drawing techniques that create visual illusions.

Visitors will not only be able to experience magical ideas in reality by touching and watching objects, they will be part of the masterpiece. Three genres of art in the form of 80 masterpieces including Trick Art, Digital Art and Object Art will give you lots of fun. At Alive Museum Singapore, visitors may get up close and see 9 locally themed paintings in addition to the other interactive pieces on exhibit.

Tulipmania Floral Display - Gardens by the Bay

Garden display with red colour flowers. Photo by: Singapore Tourism Board

The highly anticipated, annual Tulipmania display returns at Gardens by the Bay in March - this time amidst a colourful setting of magical fairy tales. In this third edition, visitors can look forward to an even wider selection of tulips at Tulipmania - over 40 varieties in a myriad of hues and forms.

Tulipmania is the second of six chapters in Gardens by the Bay's storytelling journey in 2015. This enchanting series of floral displays for the year will draw visitors into the magical world of folklore, legends, fairy tales and nursery rhymes as told through the language of plants.

The highly anticipated, annual Tulipmania display returns to Gardens by the Bay from March 20 to May 10 - this time amidst a colourful setting of magical fairy tales. In this third edition, visitors can look forward to an even wider selection of tulips at Tulipmania - over 40 varieties in a myriad of hues and forms! Look out for captivating blooms like the scarlet "Red Riding Hood," the “Purple Prince,” and the “Orange Princess” as they grace familiar fairy tale settings like Cinderella‘s carriage, Rapunzel’s tower, and the ginger bread house of Hansel and Gretel. There’s even a tulip named “Singapore”!

Whatever the occasion, whether it is a family vacation, romantic getaway or a barkada trip, Singapore refreshing experiences for visitors promises to bring out the most unforgettable of experiences that will last a lifetime.

Location: Flower Dome
Details: Admission charge to the conservatories applies.

Nature's Paradise Photography Exhibition

Home to over 1.3 million plants and a diversity of fauna including birds, butterflies, dragonflies and even others, Gardens by the Bay is an eco-paradise for nature lovers and photographers. Be inspired and let the wonders bloom as you step into nature's paradise with a collection of winning and featured photographs from our visitors.

Date: February 6 - April 30, 2015
Time: 5:00AM to 2:00AM
Location: The Colonnade
Details: Admission is free.

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