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Iloilo City celebrates 73rd Charter Day – Schedule of Events

Marcos — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 01:45:00 +0000

The City of Iloilo will be commemorating the 73rd Charter day with a 40-day celebration from July 16 to August 25, 2010. This year’s theme “Dakbanwang Iloilo Bugal Ko” aims to increase awareness about the city’s history and development and instill a “pride of place” among the public by showcasing Iloilo City’s history and culture during the festivities.

Some of you might recall that Iloilo was already a city even during the Spanish colonial Period. Back in the 19th century, the present day City Proper or Downtown district solely comprised the Municipality of Iloilo (also call “Punta” back in the day). The Districts of Jaro, La Paz, Arevalo, Molo, and Mandurriao were all separate towns alongside Iloilo. Governor General Don Valeriano Wayler created the Ayuntamiento or City Council of Iloilo on January 31, 1890, the date adopted by the Sangguniang Panlungsod as “Araw ng Lungsod ng Iloilo” or the Iloilo City Foundation Day.

Former Jaro City Hall, presently occupied by the PNP Regional Office

A week after, the Becerra Law of 1889 was approved and established Iloilo’s cityhood together with Jaro, Cebu, Batangas, Albay, Nueva Caceres, and Vigan. By virtue of the Royal Decree of 1896, Iloilo City was given the coat of arms with the inscription: “La Muy Leal Y Noble Ciudad de Iloilo” in recognition of the people’s loyalty to the Spanish crown.

Former Iloilo Municipal Hall, donated to and now occupied by University of the Philippines in the Visayas (Iloilo City Campus)

Iloilo (including Jaro) was, however, reverted back to being a municipality sometime in 1901 when the American’s took over the Philippines. In July 16, 1937, Iloilo (Punta) was merged with the towns of Jaro, La Paz, Arevalo, Molo, and Mandurriao to form present day Iloilo City on July 16, 1937 by virtue of Commonwealth Act No. 158. The parade and celebration was postponed 40 days later pending the formal inauguration of the City Government of Iloilo on August 25, 1937.

73rd Iloilo City Charter Day – Schedule of Activities

July 16, 2010 – Thanksgiving Mass (Fountain Area, Robinson)
August 11 – 25, 2010 – Iloilo City Charter Day Exhibit (SM City Iloilo)
August 20, 2010 – Iloilo City Hymn Writing Contest
August 21, 2010 – Goodwill Basketball Games (University of San Agustin Gym)
August 21, 2010 – Iloilo River Clean-up (Whole stretch of Iloilo River, Station 2 to 3; 6:00AM)
August 23, 2010 – Dagoy Dolls Auction Sale (SM City Iloilo)
August 23, 2010 – Bloodletting (Robinsons Fountain Area)
August 23, 2010 – Mass Wedding (Robinsons Foodcourt; 2:00PM)
August 24, 2010 – Mangrove Planting (TreÃ±as Boulevard; 6:00AM)
August 24, 2010 – Sport Fishing/ Swimming
August 24, 2010 – Boat Rowing and Kayak Exhibition
August 24, 2010 – Search for Mr & Ms. Iloilo City (Freedom Grandstand; 6:00PM)
August 25, 2010 – Mass Assembly (La Paz Church, La Paz Plaza; 7:00AM)
August 25, 2010 – Civic Military Parade (La Paz Plaza to Freedom Grandstand)
August 25, 2010 – Oratorical Contest (SM City Activity Center)
August 25, 2010 – Medical Mission (Robinsons Place Iloilo; 7:30AM)
August 25, 2010 – Dance to the Max Iloilo! (Robinsons Place Iloilo)
August 25, 2010 – Dungog sang Dakbanwa sang Iloilo (Nelly’s Garden or Punta Villa or Plaza Libertad)
August 25, 2010 – Job Fair
August 25, 2010 – Iloilo City Tours
August 27 to 28, 2010 – Food Festivals of Ilonggo Dishes (Delgado St.)
August 28, 2010 – Iloilo Got Talent
August 28, 2010 – SM City Night Run (SM City Iloilo Carpark)
August 28, 2010 – SM Food Festival (SM City Iloilo)

Alta Vista de Boracay, Your Home in Boracay Island

Marcos — Mon, 31 May 2010 08:10:52 +0000

If you’ve looking for a place in Boracay where you can enjoy a more peaceful and relaxing side of the island, then you must check-out Alta Vista de Boracay, an exclusive residential-hotel sprawled spread across the rolling hills on the northern half of the island. Vacationers staying in Alta Vista de Boracay are assured of great service, well maintained facilities, and a sense of privacy not possible on the crowded White Beach.

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Photos and Videos of Iloilo Festivals during the Aliwan Fiesta 2010

Marcos — Sat, 08 May 2010 14:14:50 +0000

It was yet another successful showcase of the colorful history and culture of Iloilo during the Aliwan Fiesta 2010 held last month in Manila by three Ilonggo Festivals. The Dinagyang Festival, Paraw Regatta Festival, and Kasag Festival of Banate were among the crowd favorites and were included in the top 10 of the street dance competition with the Dinagyang Festival emerging as the champion and Kasag Festival as 2nd runner-up. Here are photos and videos during the Aliwan 2010 Fiesta:

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Guimaras Manggahan Festival 2010 – All you can eat Mangoes!

Marcos — Wed, 07 Apr 2010 04:00:00 +0000

Island Province of Guimaras- Home of the Manggahan Festival is now ready for celebration on April 11-18, 2010. The weeklong festival will showcase various events that every tourists and guests will enjoy. These include the jumpstart event at Robinsons Mall: Manggahan sa Robinsons on April 5-8, 2010 with an opening ceremony and Guimaras booth- displaying province’ bests and finest. Stunning beauties of Mutya ng Guimaras will be witnessed on April 8 as they showcase their casual wears.

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Passi City Pintados de Pasi Festival 2010 Schedule

Marcos — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:24:45 +0000

Get ready this March 13-21, 2010 as the City of Passi, Iloilo celebrates the Pintados de Pasi Festival 2010 to commemorate its 12 Foundation Anniversary. The highlight of the week long event is the tribe competition where several passinhon tribes will be showcasing their town’s history and culture through choreographed dances. Here, the performers are covered in traditional body paintings with decorative designs from head to foot, inspired by the cultural practice of early Bisayan settlers of adorning themselves with tattoos as a mark of age, bravery or tribal seniority.

Pintados de Pasi Festival 2010 Schedule

March 13, 2010 (Saturday)

6:30 AM – Mass (St. William Parish Church)

8:00 AM – Opening Program / Opening Salvo

7:00 PM – Opening Food Festival with Live Band

March 14, 2010 (Sunday) – 12th Foundation Day Anniversary

7:00 PM – Miss LGU “Kuno” – Year 6 (Passi City Social Hall)

March 15, 2010 (Monday)

7:00 PM – Talen’s Night – BB. Pintados 2010 (Passi City Social Hall)

March 16, 2010 (Tusday)

7:00 PM – “Pinta Lawas” Body Painting Contest (Plaza Paloma / Passi City Social Hall)

March 17, 2010 (Wednesday)

10:00 AM – Motor Show (Passi City Social Hall)

1:00 PM – Battle of the Sound (Plaza Paloma)

March 18, 2010 (Thursday)

8:00 AM – Passi City Cultural Contest (Passi City Social Hall)

March 19, 2010 (Friday)

7:00 AM – Karosa Parade & Carabao Painting Contest (Passi City Social Hall)

7:00 PM – Grand Coronation Night – Bb. Pintados 2010 (Passi City Social Hall)

March 20, 2010 (Saturday)

7:00 AM – Sindaya sa Suba (Jalaur River)

March 21, 2010 (Sunday)

6:30 AM – Mass

8:00 AM – Tribe Competition

4:00 PM – Awarding / Closing Program

7:00 PM – Fireworks display at Plaza Paloma

Iloilo Chinese New Year 2010 Schedule

Marcos — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 14:51:00 +0000

Welcome the year of the metal tiger in Iloilo City this February 8 to 14, 2010 in the biggest Chinese New Year celebration in the Country. The Filipino-Chinese community is already gearing up to promote the Chinese culture and traditions thru food, songs, and dances.

Iloilo Chinese New Year 2010 Schedule

February 8, 2010

“Capturing Chinese New Year Celebration through Photographic Lens” photo exhibit (SM City)

February 9, 2010

Hua Siong Kids on the Go and a cultural show (2PM, SM City)

February 10, 2010

Zhong Shan A Brighter Tommow Cultural Show (3PM, SM City Iloilo)

February 12, 2010

Grand Chinese Parade (Afternoon, J.M. Basa – Aldeguer – Iznart Sts.)

Chinese Cultural Performances (4pm, Iznart St.)

Food Festival and Night Market (Iznart St.)

Fireworks Display (Evening)

February 13, 2010

Myriad … the V Star Anthology (4PM, SM City)

February 14, 2010

Parade of Lion, dragon, 12 zodiac animals (10 AM, SM City)

Lion and Dragon Dance (1PM, SM City)

Hearts in Harmony Serenades with Janet Basco and Eddie Katingding (5PM, SM City Iloilo)

Garin Farm

Marcos — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 07:00:30 +0000

Garin Farm is a one-stop shop for farmers, investors and agricultural enthusiasts. It is a demonstration farm showcasing viable agricultural livelihood plant and animal culture with their corresponding product processing and zero waste management program demonstrating a balanced co-existence of plants and animals.Read the rest of Garin Farm (7 comments)

Miagao Salakayan 2010 Festival Schedule

Marcos — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 14:19:00 +0000

The Salakayan festival of Miagao is held every first week of February. Salakayan, coined from a Hiligaynon term “salakay” or to “attack” is a week long celebration that merges merry making and the arts, lore and customs of the town.

The highlight of this presentation is the "Salakayan Contest" – a street drama and dancing depicting the victorious battle of the local defenders against the moro marauders who frequently attack the shorelines of Miag-ao and divest the people of their belongings.

The Salakayan Festival embodies the rich culture and history of the people of Miag-ao which need to be preserved in the present times.

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Kasadyahan 2010 Competition Photos and Videos

Marcos — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 10:36:38 +0000

It was yet another round of great performances from tribes joining Dinagyang Festival 2010’s Kasadyahan Competition. Also known as the festival of festivals of Iloilo Province, the Kasadyahan Parade and Competition held last January 23, 2010 (8am, Saturday) features the history and culture of the various towns in the province of Iloilo through an extravaganza of choreographed cultural dance drama presentations. Here are pictures and videos of the Kasadyahan Competition 2010:

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Dinagyang 2010 Coverage

Marcos — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 00:36:33 +0000

Be prepared this weekend to witness the whole City of Iloilo revel during the Dinagyang Festival 2010 and experience an explosion of sound, color, and dance. The Dinagyang Festival is a religious and cultural celebration in Iloilo City held on the fourth Sunday of January, the week after the Sinulog In Cebu and the Ati-Atihan in Aklan. It is held both to honor the Santo Nino and to celebrate the arrival on Panay of Malay settlers and the subsequent selling of the island to them by the Atis.

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