Watsons “Make Your Summer” Campaign
Summer is definitely here! And we are so ready to hit the waves with Watsons summer essentials, to make your summer sexy, colorful and Sun-proof with Watsons.
Create the perfect Summer according to your rules, with Watsons” Make your Summer” Campaign with all the products available in stores, Watsons surely has something for all the fun activities you’ve got planned so you’re free to do whatever you want without any worries.
There is no more hiding from the sun because, at Watsons, we know it’s important to get protected from harmful UVA and UVB rays. Get all these sun-proof tools you need for a safe and awesome summer. Defend your skin from burning and sun damage with amazing sunscreens like Nivea, Vaseline, Banana Boat, Beach Hut, Solstice, Biore, Sunplay, Belo, Neutrogena, Cetaphil, Celeteque, Kojie San, Hawaiian Tropic, Dermplus, Ponds, and Olay.
Get a chance to explore the wonders of the Philippine Islands with getaways for four to Batanes, Boracay, Cebu, Davao and Palawan. Just buy Watson’s participating products for every Php500 single receipt-purchase, you get 1 e-raffle entry. Promo runs from February 23-April 26, 2017. Open to all SM Advantage Card Members.
Present during the Media Summer Event is Group Marketing Manager for Watsons Personal Care Stores (Phils.) Inc., Ms. Karen Fabres.
Watsons*Asia’s No.1 Pharmacy Retail Brand based on Campaign Asia Pacific Survey 2013
Davao Switches off Lights for Earth Hour
SM Supermalls joins 178 countries and territories around the world Saturday, March 25, 2017, millions of people are switching off their lights for Earth Hour, an annual event to highlight the global threat from climate change.
This year’s theme celebrates “Shine a Light on Climate Action ” — the mountains, rivers, beaches, reefs, forests and national parks that organizers say are in peril from climate change.
At exactly 8:30 pm at the Open Parking C, shoppers rally around the area to witness the historical moment. DENR Regional Director Ms. Ruth Tawantawan, SM Mall Manager Ms. Maria Lynette Lopez and SM’s Group Marketing Manager Ms. Eduard Aaron Dalaza joined by a representative of the Boy Scout of the Philippines, Mr.Michael Kenneth Babuyo initiated the big switch –off onstage.
Members of the Davao Blue Eagles Marching Band wore Imperial storm trooper masks inspired by the “Star Wars” movie franchise, as they went about playing brass instruments. (The glow-in-the-dark tops were a functionally appropriate touch, too, given the time of the event.). To complete the ensemble, the band leader was all decked out in a Darth Vader costume. To say it was the most awesome sight to behold.
Pinoy Boy Band Superstar Top 12 Finalist Allen Cecilio treated screaming fans to surprise performances. Joining him were the Evolve Pole Fitness Dancers, wore glow-in-the-dark gear as they dance, party, and play the night away on the poles. SM City Davao also handed certificate to Davao’s best photographers during the Night Photo Walk.
Thanks to Mr. Vitto Navidad and SM City Davao’s Facebook Page for the photos.
BALLOON DROP OF TREATS
SM City Davao shoppers were in for a colorful surprise as
shoppers were invited for the much awaited BallooDrop of Treats, kids and adults can’t seem to hide the excitement as prizes were hidden in coupons inside the balloons. For only a minimum purchase of P500 from any SM tenants from March 13-19, shopper will get the chance to win prizes.
Prizes include 10 Vivo cellphones, Greenwich , Grab a Cran Coffee 101 and Giardino Gelato freebies.
#Solbolz & LaLola Churreria Hits Davao
The Grand launching of Lalola Chuerria made Davawenyos crazy, as fans filled the Atrium of Sm Lanang Premier to get a glimpse of the famous Instagram couple known as “SOLBOLZ”, the husband and wife team of Businessman Nico Bolzico and Actress, Artist, Singer Solenn Heussaff together with La Lola’s Marketing Director Danny Aliaga and partner Maria Perrine .
I had the privilege of hosting the Meet and Greet and Media Conference and indeed it was fun and chaos, the Solbolz never fail to unleash laughter with their funny banters.
Media and Bloggers of Davao didn’t just enjoy freebies and free taste but the store visit was also a blast, people line-up just to get a closer view of the part-owners and endorsers, SOLBOLZ.
LaLola is an advocate of happiness churro joint, serving the perfect churro. Lalola take pride that 80% of their products are made -from-scratch using 100% OLIVE OIL, specially curated chocolate, and exclusive flour mix.
Churreria La Lola is a locally grown concept in Manila, serving the best authentic Spanish churros. La Lola serves traditional Churro recipe with a twist of a large and chunky churro.
Churros: Clasicos, Choco Churros, Xuxos
Dips: Chocolate, Dark Chocolate, Matcha
Sauces: Allioli, Salsa Brava
Photo Credits: SM Lanang Premier FB page
SM Redefines Fashion for Every Woman
The new SM Woman delivers a new look for the modern woman, a campaign tagged as “ s/s 2017”, an ode to summer and a celebration of all women as the launch newest campaign activities marks the celebration of Women’s Month in all SM Stores nationwide.
The new SM Woman campaign signals a return to form and an ambitious vision for the future of Philippine fashion. This season, the department store private label affords its clientele a game-changing product edit.
“Our woman understands fashion”, says Jo Dy Juanco, SVP of SM Ladies Fashion. “We work hard to provide clothing that lives up to our core DNA; accessible, affordable and always in style”.
SM Woman is a brand that caters to every woman, fit to clothe all ages, body types and lifestyles with product lines that run the gamut from up-to-date fashion to activewear, sleepwear, to intimates; and now launching for s/s 2017, the new offerings for swim and resort wear.
SM Woman’s new collection is cruise classic resort wear designed for an everyday modern woman. Of optic whites, tropical blues, subtle floral; crushed poplins,
Sporty synthetics and sheer tulles. The beachwear collection boasts printed line up of Botanicals (elevated kitsch), Nautical (sailor stripes and lace-up detail), the Romantic collection (poolside chic black and white bikinis, embroidered cover-ups).
The visual campaign is brought to life by an international roster of models from New York’s Ford Modelling Agency to represent the archetypes of the new SM Woman.
SM Store also announces a special promotion for all Wednesday’s of March, 10% off on all regular-priced items exclusive to all women. Last March 15, 2017, SM Department Store held a successful SM Woman Summer Styling Event with Cebu’s Host and Model Ms’ Blinky de Leon.
Giant Tangram Challenge Davao Students
SM City Davao through its Art in the City Visual Arts Festival Program together with Tabula Rasa Art Group Unlimited headed by Mr. Dinky Munda opened the Tabula Rasa Exhibit last March 11, 2017, featuring the Giant Tangram Competition.
The ribbon cutting ceremony was led by Guests of Honor Ms. Irene Santiago from the office of the President (Chair, Implementing Panel for the Bangsamoro Peace Accord), Ms. Maria Lynette Lopez (SM City Davao Mall Manager), and Ms. Ging Descallar.
The event kicked off with the Giant Tangram Competition participated by various schools in the city and is open to all Bonafide High School and College Students. Eight groups made it to the competition level with a maximum of three (3) and a maximum of five (5) students from the same academe.
The painting must embody the Mindanao Contemporary Art and Mindanao Tapestry. Participants were given 4x4ft tangram, with seven separate pieces of tans to paint. The competition’s criteria include Artistic Appeal, Interpretation of the Theme and Creativity and Originality. Grand Prize winner from the University of Mindanao took home ten thousand pesos with their “Fish” entry. The winning pieces are displayed at the 2nd Level Annex, near Kidzoona till March 25, 2017.
Tangram is a traditional Chinese puzzle made of a square divided into seven pieces (one parallelogram, one square, and five triangles). When all pieces are put together, they form one big square, when they are separated, they form what is called a tan. The relationship among the pieces enables them to fit together to form many figures and arrangements such as human, animals, structures and many others.
Photo Credits: Mr. Brian Dan Congson
Moira Live at SM Lanang Premier
As a post-Valentine offering, the metro’s premier shopping and lifestyle destination brings to Davao a must-see presentation by fast-emerging singer-songwriter Moira dela Torre.
Shoppers Fell in love with the music of Moira as she performed at SM Lanang Premier’s Live Sessions at The Fountain Court last, February 19, 2017.
Better known for her commercial jingles and her stint on The Voice of the Philippines Season 1, Moira is gradually making waves in the music business. In The Voice, she was chosen by Apl de Ap to comprise his team of talented artists.
The 23-year-old artist is the voice behind popular TV jingles like McDonald’s “Hooray for Today,” Lewis and Pearl’s “Sweet Paris,” Surf’s “Pinalaki,” Johnson & Johnson’s “Signature of Love,” Lactacyd’s “Cool and Fresh,” and many more.
In 2013, Moira released her self-titled debut album and music video under Ivory Music, which features her singles “Love Me Instead” and “If You Tell Me You Love Me,” which bagged numerous award nominations in 2014. The full album is available on iTunes.
As a composer, Moira wrote the big hit song “Malaya,” the theme song of the 2016 movie, Camp Sawi. She is currently working on her second album from Star Music.
Fans of Moira had a selfie moment with the talented artist at the Meet-and-Greet, right after the show.Moira’s Live Session at The Fountain Court is co-sponsored by Vivo, Air Asia, Park Inn by Radisson Davao and The Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf branch in SM Lanang Premier.
DCNHS VOCAL ARTS RECITAL
When you hear the heavenly voice of the legendary Barbra Streisand singing “One God” interpreted with high leaps and the purity of her stretched cabrioles by ballerina Ms. Zoe B. Gementiza you know you are in for a surprise.
High notes linger and vibrated the DCNHS auditorium last Saturday 7 pm for this year’s DCNHS Vocal Arts Recital. It was a shrewdly paced, straightforward evening. The auditorium was packed with attentive listeners, and they were engaged, if not swept away, by the first half.
Led by an exceptional faculty committed to the educational development of the next generation of world-class singers, the short but remarkable performances by the students did bring the house down. Musical director Ms. Elena B. Gementiza, gave a polished performance that went from engaging to exhilarating, with a string line of well-thought songs for the night’s repertoire.
The SPA Vocal Arts Students and The Davao Girls’ Choir, composed of Grade 7-11 students, showed their rich voices, expansive range, and dynamic stage presence. The show’s Part one repertoire’ include compositions by Jude b. Roldan (O, Lord Hear my Prayer), Sally K. Albrecht (Let The Earth Resound), Andy Beck (Sing Alleluia, Alelu), Jay Althouse (For the Beauty of the Earth), Albrecht & Althouse (Step by Step) and Mr Joy T. Nilo’s (Leron Leron Sinta/Ako Kini Si Anggi and Bahay Kubo.
The second half of the recital feature “fresh and bright, happy, and welcoming” feel to the program, “Cantate Domino” composed by Ken Steven, “Lux Eterna” by Jude B. Roldan and “Koyo No Tebulul” by Eudenice Palaruan.
The solo performance of Nicanor Abelardo’s “Nasaan Ka Irog” by
Ms. Julz Quitua made audience went wild after, singing his heart out. As the spotlight fell onto her, Julzr started to belt out the song before hitting the high notes with ease.
Popular songs like “Roar”, “Cheerleader”, “Call Me Maybe” and “Shut Up & Dance” was the encore, the SPA Vocal Arts students aptly closing the evening with a sincere and heartfelt performance
Dr. Wenefredo E. Cagape (Principal IV/Public Schools District Supervisor gave a heart-warming message and congratulated the entire production team for coming up with performances that will surely set foot opportunities to students and prepared them for success in today’s professional arena.
Best of all was the superb production, it was a fast-moving, zesty production with bucket loads of amazing renditions, and one of the most enjoyable evenings I have had for some time.
Kudos to Juvy S. Tiongson, Crity T. Balbon, Juliemar O. Puno, Maricor Dalisay and Melchien C. Garcia (Productions), Jilbert Abenoja & Ariel Gequilan (Choreography), Mr. Edmund Superada (Technical Director), Mr. Rogerbert Teco Goleng (Accompanist) .
Also present during the event were Mr. Khaskie O Clerigo (Asst. to the Principal/Admin), Dr. Evenageline L Manguilimotan (Asst. to the Principal/Academics), Mr. Jed I. Bete (School Media Officer), Mr. Silver Jan Prior (Admin Officer IV), Ms. Jam Natividad (SPA Coordinator), Ms. Amelia S. Lacerna (Education Program Supervisor), Subject teachers and Advisors.
Thank You Mr. Bryan Dan Congson of BR Productions for the photos.
I DO I DO ARAW NG PAGBIG (KASALANG BAYAN) 2017
True to its name, the Home Development Mutual Fund popularly known as Pag-IBIG Fund, sponsored for the 6h year, a civil mass for its members last Feb 14, 2017, at SMX Convention Center.
Dubbed as “I Do, I Do, Araw ng Pagibig, the 183 couple-participants was beaming with pride as they were solemnized by Honorable Judge Roland S. Tolentino.
The event aims to help couples. especially those who were living in for years, to finally legalize their union through civil marriage rites, while at the same time promote financial literacy and appreciation of the concept of savings among newlyweds. Membership to Pag-Ibig Fund of at least one of the pair is a pre-requisite to join the Kasalang Bayan.
The mass wedding event does not end after the exchange of I Do’s. It paves the way for newlyweds to start a financially solid future through PAG-IBIG Fund membership. Pag-IBIG Fund Davao stands witness, represented by Visayas-Mindanao Group Vice-President for Home Lending Operations, Fermin A. Sta Teresa Jr. and Southern Mindanao Area Head, Elizabeth V. Tinagan.
To add to the festive atmosphere, exciting raffle prizes were given away to lucky newlyweds.
Stunning Events and Weddings facilitated the entire decorations and coordination led by Mr. Christopher “Toffy” Pontinez Ledesma and Mr. Ritchie Uy Delos Santos. Delos Santos had a great vision for amazing details of beautiful backdraft of fresh flowers, glowing lights, and stunning decorations, radiating chic elegance and extravagant flare, so perfectly captured as well by Gabby Yap Photography.
The Event Management and mostly concepts were tailored by Mr. Christopher Pontinez Ledesma of Toffy Events and Management, his calm demeanor, flexibility, coordination, responsiveness, and professionalism make him Pag-Ibig Fund’s choice for the perfect wedding coordinator.
I had the privilege of being a part of the team as the official Voice-Over, working with the rest of the team was a pleasure.
Suppliers include Red Carpet Mobile Studio (Photo Booth ), Melodic Harmony by Rey Ragado (Ambient Mood Lights & Sound System), Photo/Video Coverage ( Gabby Yap Photography), Live Feed (Kenneth Nazareno), Cake ( Raquel Estorso), Hosts (Brandy Fuentes & Yema Sabio), Voice-Over (Stephanie Mae), DJ/Spinner ( DJ Bert Manuel).
