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Batangbaler @ iBlog 6

Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010

iBlog 6: The 6th Philippine Blogging Summit is the biggest blogging event in the country. I’ve been to 2 previous iBlog events as an observer and this year I will be one of the speakers. Heck, it’s still more than a month to go and I’m already nervous. I may be an instructor by profession but I still fear talking to a large crowd outside my territory. But this is a great chance to share my blogging experience to a national audience, so i will not let this pass.

My slot is on the second day (April 17) at 3:15 to 3:35 pm, right smack siesta time where most of the audience would be sleepy and looking at the exit door, which is good for me. My topic is about the Impact of Blogging to the Community aka How Not to Earn Money Online. This is just basically sharing my experience as a 10-year blogging veteran and how this website makes an impact to the Balerian and Auroran community. With my presentation, I hope some people in the audience would be inspired to blog about the small place on earth they call home and even though it is not financially rewarding, the emotional and personal benefits are more fulfilling.

iBlog 6 will be on April 16 and 17, 2010 at the Malcolm Theater, UP College of Law, UP Diliman, from 8 am to 5 pm. If you’re interested to attend, you can register here for FREE.

Please go to the event website for details and schedule.

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Exhibits

Monday, February 22nd, 2010

You might want to check out these exhibits.

Art in the Park. February 27, 2010. 2pm to 11pm. Jaime Velasquez Park, Salcedo Village, Makati City. The art fair will feature works by Balerian brothers Jeho and Johann Bitancor.

Korea-Philippine Art Exhibit 2010. GSIS Museo ng Sining, Pasay City. Exhibit opening on February 26, 2010 at 6:00 PM. Among the Philippine artists who will have their artworks in the exhibit are Roy Buen and Vincent Christopher Gonzales from Baler.

Baler, Aurora: The Exhibit. Bulwagan ng Dangal, UP Diliman’s University Heritage Museum. February 15 – March 31. The exhibit is “is largely an ethnographic exhibit that foregrounds the town of Baler in Aurora, Quezon. Curated by Prof. Rubén D.F. Defeo.”

For the exhibit, the siege of Baler is chosen because of its impact in the life of the people of Baler. A major area of the Bulwagan simulates the Baler church interior where the action took place. A looped version of the documentary film on the siege of Baler entitled Los Ultimos de Filipinos is screened on a set schedule everyday of the exhibit.

The exhibit also presents the community of Ilongot through vintage photographs of this fast vanishing traditions.

A special segment of the exhibit focuses on the various creative ways where Baler is depicted in art. A formal presentation, this section features diverse artworks that portray musings on Baler by artists from the UP College of Fine Arts like Leo Abaya and Denes Dasco. The installative sitework of Junyee uses coco coir and other materials extracted from the coconut tree, thus providing an apt preview of the current state of industries in Baler. (http://www.upd.edu.ph/~updinfo/whatsup/)

Vargas Collects History. “To commemorate the 75th anniversary of the establishment of the Philippine Commonwealth, the University of the Philippines Jorge B. Vargas Museum presents a satellite exhibition that creates a dialogue with Bulwagan ng Dangal’s exhibition on President Manuel L. Quezon and his origins, the humble town of Baler, and explores the history of the collecting practice of Vargas.” Memorabilia Exhibition opens February 23 at the 3F Galleries of The Vargas Museum (http://www.upd.edu.ph/~updinfo/whatsup/)

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Aurora Day 2010 Updates

Saturday, February 20th, 2010

I will post most of this year’s Aurora Day Celebration events on the Batangbaler Facebook Page. I will also link updates in this post for those who don’t have Facebook accounts.

This year marks the 31st Foundation Anniversary of Aurora Province. Keeping to the spirit of using BAC initialed theme, this year’s theme is Aurora: Booming Amidst global economic Crisis. The schedule of events are posted here.

February 19, 2010. Aurora Day 2010 Parade and Anniversary Program. Photos from Donna Friginal (FB). Photos from the Aurora Province Page (FB). Photos from Ymay Calugtong (FB).

February 18, 2010. Street Dancing Competition (Photos by Ymay Calugtong FB) People’s Party and Fireworks display at the Sabang Beach, featuring Siakol and Callalilly. The Concert photos are here. Video of Fireworks display.

February 17, 2010. Karera ng Kalabaw at Baler Central School (photos from Donna Friginal FB). Bb. Aurora Coronation Night. Video of Jonathan Urbano’s performance. AVP of Bb. Aurora Activities.

February 16, 2010. Basketball with the Stars at the Sentro Baler.

February 15, 2010.Drum and Lyre Competition (photos by Ymay Calugtong FB) Bb. Aurora 2010 Talent Night. Talents Video Clip.

February 14-19. Araw ng Pagkilala. Tourism and Trade Fair. Batangbaler Photos. Photos by Arwin Soriano (FB). Photos from Aurora Province (FB) . Photos from Donna Friginal (FB). Aurora Inter-Agency Sportsfest Awarding – Photos from Aurora Province (FB)

February 11-14. Aurora Surfing Challenge. Photos from Arwin Soriano (Facebook)

February 8, 2010. The Aurora Inter-Agency Sportsfest opens. A parade was held from Quezon Park to the Provincial Capitol. The highlight of the day was the Cheerdance Competition. The results: Green Team (Deped) – Champion, Violet Team (Provincial Government of Aurora) – 2nd and Black Team (Maria Aurora LGU) – 3rd. The muse and escort of the Violet Team won the Mr. & Ms. Sportsfest awards. The pictures of the parade from the Aurora Province FB Page . The pictures of the opening program and the Cheerdance competition.

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Binibining Aurora 2010 Candidates

Sunday, February 14th, 2010

The candidates of the Binibining Aurora 2010. The Talent Night will be on February 15 at the Capitol Grounds and the Coronation Night will be on February 17 at the Sentro Baler (Baler Sports Complex).

Bb. Aurora 2010

Candidate No. 1 – Ms. Leona Paula Ranillo Santicruz from San Luis.

Bb. Aurora 2010

Candidate No. 2 – Ms. Jamie Galban Gonzales from Baler

Bb. Aurora 2010

Candidate No. 3 – Ms. Rose Ann Mariano Baoy from Dinalungan.

Bb. Aurora 2010

Candidate No. 4 – Ms. Camille Vergara Abarnas from Dingalan.
Bb. Aurora 2010

Candidate No. 5 – Ms. Princess Joy Esperanza Padre from Dipaculao.

Bb. Aurora 2010

Candidate No. 6 – Ms. Ma. Luisa Dasillo Sanchez from Maria Aurora.

Bb. Aurora 2010

Candidate No. 7 – Ms. Billy Jean Dulay Alinio from Dilasag.

Bb. Aurora 2010

Candidate No. 8 – Ms. Mary Hariet Kristine Esteves Vargas from Casiguran.

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MLQ Memorial Lodge No. 262 – Public Installation of Officers

Thursday, February 11th, 2010

The Manuel L. Quezon Memorial Lodge No. 262 of the Free and Accepted Masons held its 28th Public Installation of Officers on February 6, 2010 at the Mount Carmel College covered court. VW Rodel T. Matias, PDDGM served as the installing officer. Hon. William C. Medrano (Ganano Lodge 313), Commissioner of the Commission on Higher Education was the Guest of Honor and Speaker.

The elected and appointed officers for the Masonic Year 6010 A.L./ 2010 A.D. were WB Antonio D. Bolivar III (Worshipful Master), Bro. Benjamin T. Hulipas (Senior Warden), Bro. Emilio T. Hulipas (Junior Warden), Bro. Ariel G. Espinosa (Treasurer), Bro. Fortunato Ortiz Jr. (Secretary), Bro. Alfredo M. Ocampo Jr. (Asst. Secretary), VW Eduardo M. Yambot, PDGL (Auditor), Bro. Michael R. Pineda (Chaplain), Bro. Jovito D. Flores Jr. (Marshall), Bro. Ferdinand M. Feraren (Senior Deacon), Bro. Artemio Q. Valenzuela Jr (Junior Deacon), Bro. Neil Dexter P. Tolentino (Orator), WB Daniel L. Duaso, PM (Lecturer), Bro. Isaias A. Noveras Jr. (Organist), Bro. Moises S. Dumandal (ALmoner), Bro. Leandro A. Novilla (Senior Steward), Bro. Romeo Q. Dacanay (Junior Steward), WB Noel DV. Vedad, PM (Tyler) and VW Eduardo M. Yambot, PDGL (Harmony Officer).

Click here to see more photos

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Aurora Day 2010 Schedule of Events

Friday, February 5th, 2010

The schedule of different events to celebrate the 31st Foundation Anniversary of Aurora Province. Taken from aurora.gov.ph.

February 8, 2010
7: 00 AM Opening of Inter Agency Sportsfest – Quezon Park to Capitol Grounds

February 8-14, 2010
8:00 AM Inter Agency Sportsfest – Capitol Grounds

February 10, 2010
8:00 AM Inter Agency Sportsfest, Capitol Grounds
8:00-5:00 PM Registration: Surfing – Sabang Beach

February 11, 2009
8:00 AM Surfing and Skateboarding Registration – Sabang Beach
8:00-5:00 PM Inter Agency Sportsfest – Capitol Grounds
6:00 PM Welcome Party: Surfing and Skateboarding – Sabang Beach

February 12-13, 2010
7:00 AM Surfing – Sabang Beach/Corba Reef
8:00 AM Inter Agency Sportsfest – Capitol Grounds
5:00 PM Skateboarding – Capitol Grounds

February 14, 2010
4:00 AM Dayana para kay Dona Aurora – Baler Municipal Plaza to Capitol Grounds
8:00 AM Grand Opening ADC 2010 – Capitol Grounds
Araw ng Pagkilala – Capitol Grounds
Ribbon Cutting, Tourism Trade Fair – Capitol Grounds
8:00 AM Educational Tour – Capitol Grounds, History Trail, Eco Strip
2:00 PM Educational Tour – Capitol Grounds, History Trail, Eco Strip
7:00 PM Awarding: Surfing, Skateboarding – Sabang Beach
8:00 PM Sabutan Fashion Show/Competition/Valentine’s Party – Capitol Grounds

February 15, 2010
7:00 AM Drum & Lyre Competition – Baler Municipal Plaza to Capitol Grounds
8:00 AM Araw ng Mangingisda – Sabang Beach
8:00 AM Educational Tour – Capitol Grounds, History Trail, Eco Strip
2:00 PM Educational Tour – Capitol Grounds, History Trail, Eco Strip
7:00 PM Bb. Aurora 2010 Talent Night – Capitol Grounds

February 16, 2010
5:00 AM Bikers Aurora Challenge – Capitol Grounds (Start and Finish)
8:00 AM Educational Tour – Capitol Grounds, History Trail, Eco Strip
8:00 AM Dog Show – Capitol Grounds
2:00 PM Educational Tour – Capitol Grounds, History Trail, Eco Strip
3:00 PM Basketball with the Stars – Sentro Baler
7:00 PM Tuklas Talino 2010 – Capitol Grounds

February 17, 2010
8:00 AM Araw ng Magsasaka – Capitol Grounds
Carabao Race – Baler Central School
8:00 AM Educational Tour – Capitol Grounds, History Trail, Eco Strip
2:00 PM Educational Tour – Capitol Grounds, History Trail, Eco Strip
7:00 PM Binibining Aurora Coronation Night 2010 – Sentro Baler

February 18, 2010
7:00 AM Street Dancing Competition – Baler Municipal Plaza to Capitol Compound
9:00 PM Fireworks Display & People’s Party – Sentro Baler

February 19, 2010
6:00 AM Mass – BCS Covered Court
7:30 AM Parada ng Lalawigan – Baler Central School to Capitol Grounds
9:00 AM Anniversary Program – Capitol Grounds
7:00 PM Governor’s Ball – Sentro Baler

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May 2010 Election – List of Aurora Candidates

Monday, January 18th, 2010

Here’s the list of all local candidates for the May 2010 elections. Thanks to Comelec for the info.

Update: * – indicates incumbent officials

Congressional and Provincial Positions

For Congressman, Lone District of Aurora
1. Angara, Juan Edgardo Manalang (LDP) *
2. Manalo, Teofilo Belen (Independent)

For Provincial Governor
1. Castillo, Bellaflor-Angara (LDP)*
2. Dela Cruz, Ruben Tud (PDP-Laban)
3. Tangson, Mariano Calderon (NP)

For Provincial Vice Governor
1. Noveras, Gerardo Angala (LP)*
2. Tolentino, Danilo Amansec (LDP) (incumbent Board Member)

For Provincial Board Member – First District (Dingalan, Maria Aurora, Baler, San Luis)
1. Abordo, Oliver Ian Angara (LDP) (incumbent San Luis Councilor)
2. Bautista, Philip Butch Molina (LDP)
3. Dinamling, Aizalea Adangla (PDP-Laban)
4. Gagarin, Jose Lumabao (Independent)
5. Ong, Pedro Jr. Montes (NP)*
6. Padua, Oscar Wenceslao (LDP)*
7. Pimentel, Cesar Bihasa (LDP)
8. Porqueriño, Marietta Galban (NP)

For Provincial Board Member – Second District (Dipaculao, Dinalungan, Casiguran, Dilasag)
1. Alipio, Ruben Jr. Soriano (LDP)
2. Cabauatan, Jose Sr. Blanche (LDP)*
3. Marzan, Honorio Jr. Macanas (NP)
4. Miran, Pablo Galolo (NP)
5.Pascua, Renato Villena (LDP)*
6. Tubera, Tito Castro (LP)
7. Valin, Denia Peña (LDP)*
8. Villar, Dante Cordial (NP)

List of municipal candidates after the jump.
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Cali Meets Baler on December 23

Saturday, December 19th, 2009

Don’t miss this gig.

Beredeman Productions presents:

“Cali Meets Baler”
Blue Island performing with Ricky Guinto (World Tribe/Kua’ana) and Eric Sindac (Rugged)
Bays Inn Bar & Grill
80 Sitio Labasin, Brgy.
Sabang, Baler, Aurora 3200
Mobile No: 0907-7005734
Baler, Aurora
Philippines

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