Category Archives: Summer

Silid Sining Workshop Recital

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Congratulations Pinky on your recital for your Silid Sining Workshop Musical Theater!  I hope you continue to do what you are doing- bringing out the best in the kids and helping them pursue their talents in dance and music.      

It was so nice to see children of different ages performing together and enjoying.  Mariza and David had a great time.  

As Pinky said, the most important thing that the kids can get from the workshop is building their self esteem and confidence…….. and if you achieve this, then you have done your job.

What also struck me was Anton, a handicapped little boy, who was joining the workshop.  Seeing him participate and do what all the other kids were doing proves that anyone can do anything as long as you try and as long as you believe in yourself, have the courage, and know that anything is possible.

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Heart2Heart was able to watch one of the classes.  They were rehearsing that day for their recital.

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The RECITAL, May 7, Wednesday 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm  Anne Arbor Montessori School

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Opening Remarks and The National Anthem sang by Pinky silid-sining-workshop-recital-book8.jpg

 

Invocation by Rach and Rebecca.  They had such angelic voices!  Lori told me that she cries whenever she hears her kids sing.   

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Mariza and David doing their solos….silid-sining-workshop-recital-book13.jpgsilid-sining-workshop-recital-book14.jpgsilid-sining-workshop-recital-book15.jpgsilid-sining-workshop-recital-book16.jpg

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SUMMER NIGHTS from Grease 

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Camp Cali – Fun, Friendship and Freedom

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Jaime and his cousin, Ramon, joined Camp Cali in the Summer of 2006.  I shared this with some friends and up to this day, I get many inquiries on Camp Cali.   So here are the photos from Camp 2006 and info on this summer’s camp.

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Camp Cali 2006

We picked up Jaime on his last day of camp. Our sister Dina told us about it and we decided to let our sons, Jaime and Ramon, join. We witnessed the last day of camp and were amazed!! Sharing with you the photos. We highly recommend you send your children as well.   

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Dear Friends and Family,

Two years ago, a couple of friends and I interested in youth development put up an honest-to-goodness residential Summer Camp for kids 7-11 and 12-15 years of  age. Located on an island at beautiful Lake Caliraya in Laguna, we are offering a  variety of activities and lessons for participants, in a beautiful natural environment. Kids can be themselves, experience community living and explore the natural environment underthe watchful eye of camp counselors under our supervision.

We love having groups of cousins and  friends come together for a week of fun, friendship and freedom. The Camp Cali experience is guaranteed to be a milestone in every young person’s life. Check us out. Camp Cali is The Place for Kids!

All the best!

Mark P. Joseph

Director Camp Caliwongga Inc.

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CHILDREN’S SUMMER CAMP 2008 

 FOR KIDS 7-13 YRS. OLD 

 

Enjoy a 6-day or 10-day camp in Lake Caliraya and learn to appreciate the beauty 

of the outdoors. Activities include the Camp Cali Island Adventure, Trekking, 

Swimming, Kayaking, Bonfire, Movie Night, Arts & Crafts, etc 

 

1. Team Building and Leadership Training Facilitation –

The CAMP CALI Team Building activities include Map Reading, Scavenger Hunt, Search and Rescue, LakeQuest and Stay Afloat, among others.

The facilitators can design activities to suit your needs and help build your teams into enthusiastic, productive groups with great morale and motivation. Specialized activities can be created should you want to address particular problems in your organization.

 

2.  Water Activities – Swimming, Kayaking, Funboat Sailing, Windsurfing

3.  Kid’s Summer Camp – Basic Swimming & Rowing, Cooking, Art & Crafts, Animal Interaction, Adventure Races & Games

4. Fun & Leisure – Movie Night, Bonfire Night, Karaoke Singing, Star Gazing, Kite Flying, Lake Tour, Outdoor Photography

5.  Other Activities – Trekking, Obstacle Course and Games, Adventure Races

 

CAMP SCHEDULE: 

6-DAY CAMP – MAY 12-17, 2008 

10-DAY CAMP – MAY 12-21, 2008 

 

RATES: 

6-DAY CAMP – P15,000 

10-DAY CAMP – P20,000 

 

Roundtrip Transportation – P1,000 

 

DISCOUNTS: 

RETURNEES – 10% OFF 

SIBLINGS – 10% OFF 

BRING A FRIEND – 5% OFF 

EARLY BIRDS – 5% OFF 

 

FOR INQUIRIES: 

LEX REYES – 0917 8144312 

ESTEE WALLACE – 0920 9209200 

RIA FERRER-AMORANTO – 0920 9506029 

 

EMAIL:  camp_cali@yahoo.com 

WEBSITE:  www.campcali.multiply.com 

 

INCLUSIVE OF:  

ride to Lake Caliraya from pick up points on the 1st day 

round trip boat transfers to Camp Cali 

tent accommodations  

hot showers in separate male & female bath houses 

healthy sumptuous family-style meals  

all activities with materials & equipment 

well-trained & child-friendly facilitators 

VAT inclusive 

 

RESERVATION:  

Send an email to camp_cali@yahoo.com for an application form to be sent to you  

Submit application form together with P4000 reservation fee on or before April 30, 2008 to secure a slot 

Full payment on or before May 5, 2008 

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Summer Sunday Lunch

By | Foodie, Summer | 4 Comments

Every Sunday, we take turns hosting the de Jesus Sunday lunch.  It was our turn to host and I was panicking because my cook was on leave.  It was so timely that my Mom came to the rescue and decided to host the lunch at her place without me asking.  Whew!  I am so lucky I have my Mom!  And as usual, Mom is ready for summer with her floral theme!

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Even the household staff had floral aprons to wear! 

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The de Jesus family was not complete but we were able to invite Tita Isabel, Beno and Isa to join us who are really part of the family anyway.

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Then dessert indoors…. Thanks to Isa for bringing all the fresh fruits and her home made Tiramisu and Ice Box cake. Yummy!!  We will be inviting you more often!!! 🙂

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Sunday Souk at Powerplant Mall Rockwell

By | Shopping, Summer, What's New at Power Plant Mall | 4 Comments

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Malou of course was there and they were giving out free breakfast with Starbucks coffee for the early birds from 7:00 am till 8:00 am.   878058679503_0_bg.jpgMessy Bessy was there!! That is my sister Krie!  Love the way she fixed up her booth.  She is so artistic and so creative! 937098679503_0_bg.jpgmessybcat.jpg

 

 

 Krie’s bestfriend, Mariel, was there too selling her own items from Negros.   Beautiful summer colors!358798679503_0_bg.jpg

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My friend Des, we used to work together also in Rustan’s.  She is from Pampanga and has really very good Kapampangan food…and of course her famous barbeque. 178058679503_0_bg.jpg188058679503_0_bg.jpg588058679503_0_bg.jpg

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And my beautiful friend Margie who is my boot camp partner and the Paella Queen.  She told me that she uses imported squid ink from Spain for her Paella Negra.  It is really good! She has many more dishes you can order for your parties at home. Give her a call.116229679503_0_bg.jpg729229679503_0_bg.jpg929229679503_0_bg.jpg  

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Witchkins Cookbook launch and cooking classes

By | Events and Launches, For kids, Summer | One Comment

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Steaming cauldrons, delicious concoctions, and wonderful creations.  Welcome to the world of cooking as seen by three sassy little girls- Carmela, Anna M and Katrina, together with Katrina’s brother, Sir Nigel.  I’m beaming with excitement as I invite you and your kids to the launch of my book, The Witchkins Cookbook. 

April 13:  Powerbooks Greenbelt, 3PM

April 19:  Hooked on Books (Quezon City), 3PM

April 20:  Powerbooks Alabang Town Center, 3PM

April 27:  Fully Booked Serendra, 3PM 

Goodies await those who attend!  Come and join in on the fun!See you then! 🙂  Mel

 

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Previous entry:  Witchkins Cookbook February 17, 2008 

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