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Globe Events for Dinagyang 2012

Eddie Mendoza Jr. — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 15:49:53 +0000

Aside from the free WiFi connectivity, Globe has also been making the rounds in Iloilo with bar tours, mall blitzes and on-ground selling of Globe SIM cards and loads to celebrate Dinagyang 2012 with the Ilonggos.

The Iloilo Globe bar tours have been a hit with its P20 promo for new subscribers. The discounted SIM card, topped up with P50 load, comes with free, ice-cold beer to celebrate the Dinagyang festivities.

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Choose Philippines offers live streaming of Dinagyang 2012

Eddie Mendoza Jr. — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 13:16:38 +0000

Choose Philippines, the flagship local tourism promotion driven project of the ABS-CBN’s Regional Network Group is giving its Internet-savvy followers a way to watch the highlight of the Dinagyang 2012 live without going to Iloilo.

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2nd Iloilo International Film Festival Screening Schedule

Eddie Mendoza Jr. — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 15:45:29 +0000

The 2nd Iloilo International Film Festival is slated on January 19 to 21, 2012. Created as part of the Dinagyang Festival celebration since last year, the film festival is supported by the Sineng Pambansa a project spearheaded by the Film Development Council of the Philippines (FDCP). It brings together local and international indie films in a 3-day screening for FREE at the SM City Iloilo Cinemas 2 & 3.

This year’s official film line-up include the following local masterpieces: Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa (Alvin Yapan and Alemberg Ang); Biyaheng Lupa (Director Armando Lao); Brutus (Director Tara Illenberger); Kadin (Adolfo Alix, Jr./Ma. Annalou Dimla/Jerome Zamora); Revolutions Happen Like Refrain in a Song (Nick Deocampo and Sandino Nartea); Thelma (John Arcilla and Romulo T. Caballero); Local Girls (Edward Trespeces); Sanglaan (Gay Ace Domingo); Wanted Border; Bahay Bata; Kapitan Torpe: and Oro Plata Mata.

Meanwhile, there will be 5 international participants which include: Kolya and Bobule (Czech Republic); Claire’s Knee and The Girl from Monaco (France); and Papaerdolls (Israel).

Ilonggos will have the privilege to watch these artistic creations from the talented indie artists and filmmakers. These movies are not usually screened on mainstream cinemas.

Get a seat and enjoy the show!

2nd Iloilo International Film Festival Screening Schedule

DAY 1 – Thursday – January 19, 2012

Cinema 2
09:30 A.M. – Kapitan Torpe
11:30 A.M. – Local Girls
01:30 P.M. – Biyaheng Lupa
03:30 P.M. – Ang Sayaw ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa
05:30 P.M. – Wanted: Border

Cinema 3
10:00 A.M. – Thelma
12:00 N.N. – Bahay Bata
02:00 P.M. – Kadin
06:00 P.M. – Festival Opening Night

DAY 2 – Friday – January 20, 2012

Cinema 2
09:30 A.M. – Bahay Bata
11:30 A.M. – Brutus
01:30 P.M. – Thelma
03:30 P.M. – French Feature
05:30 P.M. – Czech Feature

Cinema 3
10:00 A.M. – Ang Sayaw Ng Dalawang Kaliwang Paa
12:00 N.N. – Sanglaan
02:00 P.M. – Czech Feature
04:00 P.M. – Short Film Competition Finalists
06:00 P.M. – Revolutions Happen Like Refrains in a Song

DAY 3 – Saturday – January 21, 2012

Cinema 2
09:30 A.M. – Biyaheng Lupa
11:30 A.M. – Revolutions Happen Like Refrains in a Song
01:30 P.M. – Sanglaan
03:30 P.M. – Kadin
05:30 P.M. – Local Girls

Cinema 3
10:00 A.M. – Brutus
12:00 N.N. – Kapitan Torpe
02:00 P.M. – French Feature
04:00 P.M. – Israeli Feature
06:00 P.M. – Oro Plata Mata

To know more about the films visit http://www.sinengpambansa.ph/category/festivals/iloilo-2012/.

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Dinagyang Festival 2012 Schedule of Activities

Eddie Mendoza Jr. — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 10:54:59 +0000

Here are the list of activities lined up for Iloilo’s Dinagyang Festival 2012 celebration.

This year’s edition will be one of its kind because of the change in its traditional carousel parade route. The first performance stage will still be at the Freedom Grandstand. From there on there will be two other stages along the way before the final performance at the Iloilo Sports Complex in Lapaz district which can accommodate more than double the number of spectators as compared to the previous four stages within downtown area.

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Iloilo Supermart Fireworks Spectacular 2011

Eddie Mendoza Jr. — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 16:17:30 +0000

The annual fireworks display extravaganza of Iloilo’s homegrown supermarket chain is once again taking the skies of Iloilo this December 16, 2011.

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Globe’s Christmas in November for Iloilo Media

Eddie Mendoza Jr. — Mon, 28 Nov 2011 07:02:08 +0000

Globe Telecom recently gathered Iloilo-based media practitioners and bloggers to celebrate “Christmas in November”. Held last November 16th, this event was organized as an early Christmas party for the company’s local media friends.

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Le Cirque: An Outdoor Circus Display at Robinsons Place Iloilo

Eddie Mendoza Jr. — Fri, 25 Nov 2011 16:12:01 +0000

There is a family outdoor attraction fit for this Christmas season at Robinsons Place Iloilo called Le Cirque.

Le Cirque is an outdoor circus display located at the parking area of the mall along Ledesma Street. Families can enjoy the cool evenings with an entertainment of wheeled lifesize versions from popular characters.(...)

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BUTLAK: The 8th National Sunrise Festival

Eddie Mendoza Jr. — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 14:22:11 +0000

The National Sunrise Festival organized by Maharlika Artists and Writers Federation (MAWF) or Maharlika, is the first multifaceted culture-based roving arts and writers festival held annually in the different regions of the Philippines.

It was conceptualized in San Joaquin, Iloilo and the first festival was held in Cebu City. Succeeding annual celebrations were held in Boracay, Dumaguete City, Baguio City, Pampanga, Quezon City and Laoag, Ilocos Norte respectively.

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Xtreme Fusion 2011: Featuring Iloilo Lokal Bands w/ Franco

Eddie Mendoza Jr. — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 13:59:02 +0000

Iloilo Lokal presents Xtreme Fusion 2011, a 1-day only explosive event On November 26, 2011 that will showcase a skateboard competition, Tattoo Graffiti, T-shirt Design exhibition and a rock concert featuring Iloilo Lokal bands and Franco.

The Skate Board Competition and component events will be held at the Third World Skate Park in Baluarte, Molo in the morning while the awarding, after party and concert will be at the SM Southpoint of SM City Iloilo at night.(...)

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Bahaghari Band Album Launch – Nov. 19, 2011

Eddie Mendoza Jr. — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 10:43:46 +0000

Bahaghari, a popular reggae band based in Iloilo City is finally releasing its first EP album. The launching will be at JAQ’s Bar in Smallville tomorrow, November 19, 2011 at 7PM featuring See Da Shee, Wicked Ritmo and Little Echo.

The self-titled album was recorded at Dernavs Studio here in Iloilo where most unsigned artists do their works. It has 7 original tracks all in all.(...)

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