2015 12/16-12/22
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Philippine Airlines celebrated their Annual Christmas Party last Monday, December 14th at The Fort McKinley Restaurant (attendees include, PAL North America Regional Manager Marilla Revilla, Account Manager Emelyn Roxas-Liwag, Community Leader Nona Tolentino, Photo Journalist Richard Lao, CPA, MSMOT, this Columnist, just to name a few). Happy Holidays!
The FRIENDS OF BONGBONG MARCOS (FBBM) SF BAY AREA held their initial meeting in South San Francisco Monday night in full support of the Vice Presidential bid of the late President Marcos' son (Jerms Estrada, Jojo Villanueva, Willie Jurado, JayR Bernabe, Joey Panlilio, Danny Raval and Gabby Manansala).
Pastor Jun Serrano and Family wishes everyone a blessed holidays and invites you to Life Giver Baptist Church CHRISTMAS SERVICE on Sunday, December 20 at 11:00AM at 14895 E. 14th St. Suite # 480 San Leandro, CA 94578.
Congrats & Good Luck to NAILBOX STUDIOS (Owned by Jessica Ona, Abigail Albaniel & Brianne Santos, all Filipinas under 35; located at 40979 Fremont Bl in Fremont, CA) who had their Ribbon Cutting last Thursday, December 3rd. Get that holiday nail look at Nailbox Studios now!
Yes, there's forever - Happy 33rd Wedding Anniversary, Engineer Pete Ison and wife Dra. Daisy Ison of San Jose, CA who both just got back from their European vacation travel.
The Golden Ladies of The Most Holy Trinity Church of San Jose (Lory Resonable, Amadeo and Nancy Orejola, Noli and Nora Grospe, Susan Torres, Belen Garcia Muñoz, Cora Soriano and Florence Gaudinez Vitug) with His Gorjusness Rhuddee Gaudinez Vitug, entertain the Senior residents of Milpitas Care Center by singing Christmas songs during their Annual Christmas Party .
CORRECTION (IN BOLD LETTERS): The California Care Providers Network (CalCPN) held its First Annual Christmas Party and Induction of Officers last Friday, December 4th at the Marriott San Francisco Airport Waterfront. The CalCPN (Founder and President is Always Available DME's Janet Valencia, RN, rightmost) is a networking organization of individuals, professionals, and businesses who share the synergy of compassion to advocate for seniors and those with physical and mental challenges. Celebrity Performer Jo Awayan, 2nd left, livened-up the celebration. Also in this photo are special guests, Kaiser East Bay Service Director Maribel Co, RN (2nd right), Reggie Panganiban, RN (center), Owner of AMAVI Home Health and Hospice in Brentwood and Jennifer Mosqueda, RN (leftmost). Another company was erroneously named in previous issue.
PHILIPPINE AIRLINES OPENS DIRECT FLIGHT
(LOS ANGELES TO CEBU – MARCH 15)
SEEN IN THE CITY
(SAN FRANCISCO, CA) – In celebration of its 75th founding anniversary, Philippine Airlines (PAL), the country’s flag carrier, will start operating direct flights from Los Angeles to Cebu (and back) on March 16, 2016, according to PAL North America Regional Manager Marilla Revilla during their Annual Christmas Party last Monday night, December 14, 2015 held at The Fort McKinley Restaurant in South San Francisco, CA. This will be a three (3) times a week flight, furthers Ms. Revilla.
Cebu, consists of the main island itself and the 167 other surrounding islands and islets (Philippines has 7,107 total!), is the center of attention, commerce and tourism activities in the Visayan Region. It’s the birthplace of Christianity in the Philippines and tourist-magnet Annual Cebu Sinulog reflects that cultural fanaticism. Mactan-Cebu is the country’s second busiest airport.
So what does this mean for Filipino travelers? Folks coming from the Visayas and Mindanao can soon fly to the United States via Los Angeles, bypassing the ever trafficked commerce capital, Manila once the international route begins to operate early nextyear.
Apparently, the LAX/CEB/LAX has been requested by frequent international travelers as most of the island tourism happens in the center and around Cebu. From Cebu, travelers can connect to other PAL international destinations in other major cities - Seoul, Tokyo, Nagoya and Osaka.
The carrier will use its 254-seater Airbus A340, equipped with both business and economy class seats.
Can’t wait? Watch for more exciting news from Philippine Airlines this coming holidays!
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Sinulog Foundation, Inc.
in cooperation with:
Cebu City Government
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Cebu Filmmakers’ Society
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The
Sinulog 2016
Short Film Festival
Theme (51st International Eucharistic Congress 2016):
“Christ in you, our hope for glory.”
Whether documenting a particular experience or sharing your story about a particular aspect of Life, or presenting one particular facet of the Annual Sinulog Celebration by presenting a story of the power of the Holy Child Jesus and the Almighty God, thru film or video, you can tell us your point of view!
Glory to God, the Highest! And Praises to the Seňor Sto. Niňo!
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You, too, can be a good channel in changing this nation and the world!
Reach out and touch other people’s lives! Just do it now!
Join us as we once again shout out loud Sinulog's:
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ONE BEAT, ONE DANCE, ONE VISION!
LET’S KEEP CEBU’S PASSION IN FILMMAKING BURNING WHILE CONTRIBUTING TO THE SUCCESS OF SINULOG 2016! BE THERE! BE ONE!
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Best Sinulog Short Film and Best Sinulog Video Documentary
Two (2) Grand Prize Winners: Php 100,000.00 (One for Video Documentary & One for Short Film) * Two (2) Second Prize Winners: Php 50,000.00 (One for Video Documentary & One for Short Film) * Two (2) Third Prize Winners:Php 30,000.00 (One for Video Documentary & One for Short Film) * Two (2) Best Poster Grand Winner: Php 1,000.00 (One for Video Docu & One for Short Film) * Two (2) Best Playbill Grand Winner: Php 1,000.00 (One for Video Docu & One for Short Film) * Two (2) Best Packaging Grand Winner: Php 1,000.00 (One for Video Docu & One for Short Film) * Ten (10) Consolation Prizes: @ Php 1,000.00 each (5 for each Category)
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Added Category:
Sinulog Music Video Competition
Grand Prize - Php 30,000.00 / 2nd Prize - Php 20,000.00 / 3rd Prize – Php 10,000.00
Registration Fee for Music Video Competition (only) is Php 1,000.00
Certificates of Recognition for Special Awards
*Best Story**Best Director**Best Child Performer*, *Best Actor, Best Actress*, *Best Supporting Actor / Actress*
*Best Cinematography*, *Best Production Design**Best Sound Engineering & Musical Scoring**Best Editing*, *Best Screenplay*
Entries should be in DVD format and subtitling is now a must!
Deadline of Registration: January 15, 2016, Friday, 5:00 PM
For guidelines and more information, contact:
Mr. Ron Heri Tan, Chairman, Sinulog 2016 Short Film Festival Committee
Cellphone No.: (063) 9055608878 / 9435422898 or email:
ronheri888tan@yahoo.com / cebufilmfestivals@yahoo.com / sinulogmusicvideo.ron@gmail.com; or
Sinulog Foundation Office
Ground Floor, Cebu City Sports Center, R. R. Landon St., Cebu City
Tel. Nos.: (032) 253-3700 / 254-5010 / 253-224 Telefax: (032) 416-4845
Website: www.sinulog.ph
We now accept On-Line Registration, pls. Visit www.sinulog.ph – go to : on line payment button.
CARLO KATIGBAKAPPOINTED PRESIDENT AND CEO OF ABS-CBN CORPORATION
ABS-CBN Corporation announced the appointment of Carlo L. Katigbak as its new President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) effective January 1, 2016.
Charo Santos-Concio will continue to serve the company as Chief Content Officer, President of ABS-CBN University, and Executive Adviser to the Chairman. Eugenio Lopez III remains theChairman of the Board of ABS-CBN.
Katigbak has 20 years combined experience in financial management and business operations, corporate planning, and general management.
Lifestyle Network sprinkles joy into the holidays with a celebrity cookbook giveaway
Join the Hungry for More promo for a chance to win the Curiosity Got the Chef cookbook by Chef Sharwin Tee
GMA Network spreads love in 2015 Christmas campaign
The Kapuso Network spreads love among viewers all over the world as Kapuso artists and trusted News and Public Affairs personalities come together for a happy and meaningful celebration of the season.
In a star-studded Christmas Station ID, GMA Network welcomed the most-awaited season with the “MaGMAhalan Tayo Ngayong Pasko” Christmas SID, which airs worldwide on GMA’s flagship international channel GMA Pinoy TV.
Director Cesar Cosme, who helmed the project, says the video highlights “genuine and pure love” like that of a child.
One with the Network’s message of love are GMA’s best and brightest stars including Dingdong Dantes, Marian Rivera, AiAi de las Alas, Lovi Poe, Heart Evangelista, Michael V, Willie Revillame, Dennis Trillo, Tom Rodriguez, Megan Young, Carla Abellana, Barbie Forteza, Bianca Umali, Miguel Tanfelix, Andre Paras, Ruru Madrid, Gabbi Garcia, and German Moreno.
They are joined by Tito Sotto, Vic Sotto and Joey de Leon leading the Eat Bulaga Dabarkads, with the phenomenal love team of Alden Richards and Maine Mendoza, together with Lola Nidora, Lola Tidora and Lola Tinidora.
Also featured are GMA’s formidable News and Public Affairs team with news pillars Mel Tiangco, Mike Enriquez, Jessica Soho, Vicky Morales, Arnold Clavio and Howie Severino.
With heart-warming scenes full of traditions and the sharing of love and laughter with those we care about the most, the 2015 GMA Christmas station ID shows a holiday that is truly Pinoy, and truly Kapuso.
With Christmas being just around the corner, the station with a heart hopes that Kapuso viewers worldwide hear the message – “MaGMAhalan Tayo Ngayong Pasko.”
This year, the Christmas station ID theme song was sung by Pambansang Bae Alden Richards; with lyrics written by Brian James Camaya and Clare Yee, and music composed by Simon Tan.
Days after it was released on iTunes, GMA’s Christmas station ID theme song titled “MaGMAhalan Tayo Ngayong Pasko” already became number one among iTunes PH top singles. It also became #27 on iTunes Singapore and #58 on iTunes Macau.
The single, released under GMA Records, is available for download and streaming worldwide with all proceeds going to GMA Kapuso Foundation’s Typhoon Lando relief efforts.
Netizens took notice of the theme song for its upbeat and catchy tune, as well as its positive and uplifting message. Twitter user Amy Zulueta shared, “Great job! Short but meaningful! Listen to the lyrics and understand its message.”
Kapuso netizens all over the world also expressed gratitude to GMA for the chance to help marginalized Filipinos. “Thank you for giving us the opportunity to help others thru this!” says Instagram user janeybuena.
Alden’s rendition of the Christmas station ID theme song also earned praises from netizens. Facebook user Juliet Regulto says, “Ang ganda ng pagkakanta. May puso talaga, nakakaiyak. God bless Alden. More blessings to come. Stay humble.”
Moreover, the 2015 GMA Christmas station ID continues to touch hearts worldwide as it reminds viewers of the true meaning of the Christmas season – to love one another.
The 2015 GMA Christmas station ID “MaGMAhalan Tayo Ngayong Pasko” was created by the GMA Program Support Department, directed by Cesar Cosme and shot by the Network’s Post Production Department.
Headed by GMA Program Support Department First Vice President Regie Bautista, the team includes Assistant Vice President for Marketing Communications Hasmin Marable, Senior Project Manager Minette T. Lopez, Project Specialist Penny Wong, Creative Director Dino Garcia, Associate Creative Director Brian James Camaya, Senior Visualizer Gayel Empederado, Senior Art Support Specialist Raymond Ignacio, and Senior Visualizer Pauline Lapus.
The Digital Media team is composed of Online Content Director Leda Beltran, Social Media Head Apang Florescio, Aedrianne Acar, Elisa Aquino, Michelle Caligan, Ma. Esperanza Estrada, Felix Ilaya, Mary Louise Ligunas, Christine Joy Mendoza, Karl Panal, Bea Rodriguez, Marah Ruiz, and Armina Criselda Soriano.
To download a copy of the single, “MaGMAhalan Tayo Ngayong Pasko,” visit www.iTunes.com. (30)
