Diving at Sangat Reserve, Romulus 'd Grayt at PETA
TRAVEL & LEISURE
LOOKING FOR SHIPWRECKS?
Sangat Island Reserve, near Coron Island in Palawan, promises to change the way travelers enjoy vacations by offering a relaxing natural experience as an antidote to the stressful, high-tech way of daily city life. With its white-sand beaches and crystal-blue waters, Sangat provides exquisite swimming opportunities. Or you can go scuba diving and explore 11 shipwrecks and a huge variety of tropical reefs very close to the resort. For details and reservations, contact Andy Pownall at andy@sangat.com.ph.
BLUE HORIZON
Just 125 kilometers South of Manila, discover the lush tropical beauty of Blue Horizon Beach Resort in Sariaya, Quezon. This is a wonderful place to hold private parties for birthdays or weddings, barkada gimiks, outings, seminars, or any other occasion. Experience a breathtaking romantic hideaway by Tayabas Bay. Contact Irene or Noel at +63-2-9265944 or e-mail them at bhorizon@ibahn.net.
SURFIN' SIARGAO
Siargao National Surfing Cup on September 22 to 25 in General Luna, Surigao del Norte is a national preliminary for the international surfing event.
ARTS
COSTUME EVOLUTION
Check out the Kasuotang Filipino Exhibit and Fashion Show on September 17 to 23 at the Museo ng Makati. It is a yearly exhibit mounted at the city's museum featuring the evolution of Filipino costumes per region in celebration of the month of Filipino costumes.
AMERICAN-ERA SNAPSHOTS
Behind the Camera Lens is an exhibit of photographs of typical Filipino lifestyle during the American rule. It will be held at the National Museum from July 18 to September 15. For details, call +63-2-8321125, ext. 112 or +63-2-8323681 or check out their website at www.sangandaan2003.upd.edu.ph.
DANCE & MUSIC
Switchfoot, a popular rock band, holds a concert on September 10 at the Cuneta Astrodome. Proceeds will go to a legal and educational-assistance fund for more than 100 children assisted by the International Justice Mission, a nonstock, not-for-profit organization that documents and monitors conditions of abuse and oppression, educates the public about the abuses, and provides intervention for victims.
THEATER
PETA'S ROMULUS
The Philippine Educational Theatre Association (PETA) is launching its 40th theatre season starting with Romulus 'd Grayt which runs from September to October. Subscription is now available. Subscribers are entitled to one entry pass to all performances staged at the PETA theater with option for reserved seating if subscription is confirmed at least three days before viewing date, among others. Check out the PETA web site (www.petatheatre.com).
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BULACAN FESTIVAL
Celebrate Linggo ng Bulacan on September 8 to 15. There will be exhibits of Bulacan products, cooking contest on native Bulaqueño delicacies and on-the-spot painting.
FROGGY DAY IN PAMPANGA
Kapampangans are famous for their frog traditions and cuisine presented with its "mamadwas tamu" (lets go and catch frogs), a bouncy dance depicting the industry of Kapampangans. Catch the Tugak festival on September 24 in San Feranando, Pampanga.
SHOES ON PARADE
Sapatos Festival on September 9 at the Marikina River Bank is a celebration of the ingenuity of our sapateros seeking due recognition to their craftsmanship and promote the local shoe industry.
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