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Iloilo Dinagyang Festival 2011 Schedule

Marcos — Thu, 23 Dec 2010 06:38:05 +0000

Be prepared this weekend to witness the whole City of Iloilo revel during the Dinagyang Festival 2011.

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.

The Dinagyang Festival 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.

Here’s the Iloilo Dinagyang 2011 Schedule of Activities:

January 4, 2011 (Tuesday)

2:00PM – Model Ati Dinagyang Warrior 2011 Presentation

January 7, 2011 (Friday)

2:00PM – Model Ati Dinagyang Warrior 2011 Talent Competition

January 9, 2011 (Sunday)

1:00PM – Model Ati Dinagyang Warrior 2011 Finals

January 14, 2011 (Friday)

2:30PM – Mass for Opening Salvo of Tribe Dancers (San Jose Parish Church)

3:00 PM – OPENING SALVO (Judging Area)

January 14-16, 2011

Iloilo Dinagyang Golf Competition 2011 (Sta. Barbara Golf Club)

January 15, 2011 (Saturday)

7:00:00AM – SQUEAK (Parade Route)

January 16-23, 2011

Dinagyang Photo Exhibit

January 16, 2011, Sunday

10:00AM – 3:00PM (DRESSING UP DAGOY)

January 19-23, 2011

2:00 P.M.-12 MN Iloilo Hotel Resort & Restaurant Association (IHRRA) Food Festival (Delgado St., Iloilo City)

January 21, 2011 (Friday)

8:00AM – TAMBOR TRUMPA MARTSA MUSIKA (Freedom Grandstand)

7:00 PM – LUCES IN THE SKY Part I

January 22, 2011 (Saturday)

7:00:00AM – Mass for Kasadyahan (San Jose Parish Church)

8:00PM – 2011 KASADYAHAN Competition (Freedom Grandstand and other stages)

2:00PM – SPONSORS MARDI GRAS (Judging Area #4 to Freedom Grandstand)

7:00PM – LUCES IN THE SKY Part II

7:00PM – Religious Sad-sad to Sr. Sto. Niño (San Jose Parish Church)

January 23, 2011 (Sunday)

6:30AM - Concelebrated high mass for devotees, Tribes, Gov’t. Officials, LOMAS in attendance (San Jose Parish Church)

8:00AM – 2011 Dinagyang Ati CONTEST (Freedom Grandstand and other stages)

7:00PM – Awarding Ceremonies (Freedom Grandstand)

January 24, 2011, Monday

5:30PM – Thanksgiving Mass with all members of 2010 Iloilo Dinagyang Festival Working Committees (San Jose Parish Church)

Vote for Iloilo City Dish in Kraft Eden’s “Keso de Galo” Search; A Chance to Win P100K

Marcos — Fri, 29 Oct 2010 04:00:00 +0000

Previously igniting the joy and faith of Filipinos nationwide in last year’s Keso de Gallo, Eden is back to once again bring the warmest and tastiest Yuletide tidings to everyone. Vote for Iloilo City’s “Creamy Macaroni Soup with Eden Cheese” in Kraft Eden’s “Keso de Galo” search for the Philippines’ No. 1 dish. The winning town will receive P2 million in support fund with one lucky voter receiving P100,000. Scroll down to learn how to vote.

Iloilo City’s Creamy Macaroni Soup with Eden Cheese

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Warm Up the Rainy Days with Heart Warming SoOohpas at Green Mango Resto

Marcos — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 07:23:00 +0000

There’s nothing like indulging in a heart warming bowl of soup to remedy not only one’s appetite but also the cold rainy days. During these ber months, Green Mango Resto now serves its new line of soups meals like Goto, Sotanghon, Arroz Caldo and Beef Pares. For as low as P29, everyone can now enjoy a delicious bowl at their favorite Green Mango store now spread throughout Iloilo City.

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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)

Cine Eagle Building Renovation – 4/10

Marcos — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 04:00:44 +0000

Unlike the restoration of a similar heritage building nearby, the building known as “Cine Eagle” in the past is currently undergoing renovation and will be transformed into a modern building with the proposed name – “TTW Corporate Center.” Based from the render, the renovation will involve covering the building in aluminum cladding and applying glass panel windows. The first floor will be occupied by food shops and the upper floors by commercial offices.

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Enjoy Healthy Bangus Meals at Green Mango Restaurant

Marcos — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 04:00:05 +0000

Green Mango presents its new line of Pinoy favorite Bangus meals at all Green Mango branches in Iloilo City. Not only is it delicious, it also has aÂ high nutritional value and it’s very affordable! Visit a Green Mango branch near you and take your pick at three different ways of enjoying bangus: Grilled Bangus, Sinigang na Bangus, and Fried Bangus.

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Deco’s and Mang Inasal restaurants to open in Amigo Mall – 04/10 Update

Marcos — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 04:00:56 +0000

Deco’s La Paz Batchoy and Mang Inasal, two of Iloilo’s well received home-grown restaurants are expanding in Amigo Mall along Delgado St. It is a surprising development since both shops already have existing branches in the near vicinity. Barely a few minute’s walk is another branch of Deco’s and two other Mang Inasal branches.

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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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Ted’s cafe-type branch along Diversion St. now open – 04/10 update

Marcos — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 04:00:30 +0000

Ted’s Old Timer La Paz Batchoy has just opened its first stand alone cafe-type store along Diversion Road, beside Uncle Tom’s / Piazza. It is so far the biggest and most stylish branch of Iloilo’s favorite home-grown food chain. Aside from the usual menu of Ted’s you can also order some delicious desserts by Dulgies.

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Semana sang Iloilo kag Guimaras 2010 slated on March 28 – April 11

Marcos — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 18:52:50 +0000

To commemorate its 108th anniversary, the Iloilo Provincial Government in cooperation with the Province of Guimaras will be holding a two week celebration filled with various events from March 28 to April 11, 2010. Dubbed as “Semana sang Iloilo kag Guimaras,” the event also coincides with the Holy Week rites.

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