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With the many garage sales around the city where most of the items are let go in exchange of extra cash, the Light of Jesus Family-Singles organized one to raise funds for an annual spiritual retreat that is very important to them. LOJF- Singles members Bryan Mesias and Pria Alimario organized the event together with their friends, Jarome Venturina, Cathy Mesias, Jayms Labasbas, Dada Dizon, Marc Fernandez, Chris Garcia and Esa Balsomo. Photo by Bryan Mesias

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It is that time of the year where a lot of people clear clutter out of their house and bring in

extra cash through a garage sale. It is a spring cleaning extended to summer, letting go of pre-loved items. Anywhere in the city, sale signs are up. Some are set up by families and others are collaboration of communities.

While most of the garage sale are simply informal selling and letting go of mostly unwanted home and personal items, the Light of Jesus Family-Singles organized a garage sale last July 27th to raise funds for their annual Love Life Retreat happening in November. It is a weekend of talks for spiritual and personal growth, worship and fun. Hosted by LOJF Singles, it is a way of helping people know themselves better.

The group opened their venue earlier than advertised and were surprised with a lot of people who came in. The crowd was non-stop that made almost half of the items sold in five hours. It was LOJF Singles first year organizing a garage sale and was happy for a successful turnout.

LOJF Singles is having a second round of sale on August 3rd, 8am-3pm at 578 Arlington. Furniture, electronics, clothes, shoes and many more await you.

And for those who want to join the retreat, you can message on Facebook LOJF-Singles Winnipeg.

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ANCOP would like to extend an invitation to you and your family to join them in their annual fundraiser, an up to 5km walk in Assiniboine Park on Saturday August 10. Registration begins at 8:00 am, the walk starts at 9am! This is sure to be a fun half-day, filled with great smiles and fellowship all around, not to mention great food!

Look for the Vickar Automotive Group tent onsite to say hello and renew acquaintances! Feel free to

make a donation as well. The Vickar Automotive Group would like you to come with your entire family and enjoy the occasion, knowing that your business relationship with the Vickar Automotive Group is helping those less privileged in the Philippines. There will be a big announcement at the walk with regard to another project in the works!

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A second look at Manny Pacquiao

When will Manny Pacquiao hang his gloves? His own

coach and trainer Freddie Roach is egging him to stop now that he’s ahead. He just taught the loudmouth Keith Thurman some boxing lessons. Say it, he has it already. Money, influence and fame are already tucked in his belt.

From Kid Kulafu to Pacman. I am biased like many of our countrymen, and hope the outcome

will favor the Pambansang Kamao every time he steps into the ring. He is no longer young at 40. Not true that life begins at 40. Kasabihan lang yun. It’s only a saying. And in case he can’t be persuaded to stop, I hope, we hope he will not go the way like De la Hoya, Margarito, Barrera, Cotto, Bradley, Hatton and many other known ring greats.

Nobody stays on top forever. Looking back on his life, he was 16 years old and was Kid Kulafu

then. Just as he survived the difficulties and harsh realities of life, the same to this nation which to this day still surviving and getting browbeating from the uncaring leaders who embraced kleptocracy, running around with their stolen money and dancing with joy when there are a lot more Kid Kulafus in many parts of the archipelago trying to search their place in the sun. President Duterte wanted to knock out corruption, but the corrupts are dancing and running around Mayweather style.

Manny Pacquiao’s journey in the boxing world may have to end sometime. I watched on YouTube his past fights vs different fighters when he was just starting at 17 years of age. He was awkward then. Raw but determined. That determination and perseverance claimed the ladders of different divisions. He became a congressman and a senator. For all you know he might even be Vice President.

As they say all good things never last. Be a preacher Manny! Be a recording artist, a movie star, a playing coach and remain a public servant. But you must stay as the same Manny. So nice,kind, generous and humble. Because from where you started, it was way, way down there. But like an eagle,you soared so high that the whole world took notice. And now, be like the palay grown in the rice fields of Saranggani, they bow down to the earth when their grains are ripe. This corner and all of the brown race are wishing you the best of luck everytime you step into the ring.

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Trillanes mulls joining the academe after Senate stint

Former Senator Antonio Trillanes IV, whose term expired on June 30, is now

considering taking teaching jobs in two of the countries’ prime universities.

Trillanes said he will teach “Public Policy” at the University of the Philippines in Diliman (UP-Diliman). He also said he will handle some college subjects at the Ateneo de Manila University. The former senator is a known critic of President Rodrigo Duterte.



Villar seeks inquiry on disbursement of special fund for rice farmersSenator Cynthia Villar has filed

Senate Resolution No. 39 to look into the distribution of the Rice Competitiveness Enhancement Fund (RCEF) following the signing of the Republic Act No. 11203 or the rice tariffication law.

RA 11203 mandated that P10 billion of the tariff collections on rice imports shall be appropriated annually for rice farmers through various programs that would help increase their production. In her resolution, Villar cited reports that the Department of Budget and Management (DBM) released in December 2018 P5 billion for the RCEF. Half of the fund shall be allocated to the Philippine Center for Post

Harvest Development and Modernization (PhilMech); 30 percent to the Philippine Rice Research Institute (PhilRice); 10 percent for the credit facility that will be managed by the Land Bank of the Philippines (LBP) and the Development Bank of the Philippines (DBP); and 10 percent for farmers’ training on rice crop production, modern rice farming techniques, seed production, farm mechanization, and knowledge or technology transfer.

The Senator added that the agencies involved in implementation of the law should be ready by now otherwise they might miss the planting season on December to March.

Filipino Bilingual Program Calls for New StudentsCommunity urges Seven Oaks School Division to continue monumental language program

Manitoba’s growing Filipino-Canadian community has its hopes set on keeping the country’s first Filipino bilingual

program running at A. E. Wright School in Seven Oaks School Division.

At least 20 students in grades K to one as well as 20 students in grades two to three are needed for the program to continue in September 2019. However, numbers have fallen short. Educators and community supporters are pushing to up registrations before the end of August.

Parents should be able to call the school and register their child without being discouraged that the program may not

continue. It has been a struggle to encourage parents to enroll their children because the support from the School Division is hardly there. We’ve been left out of information sessions and school open houses to let parents know this program exists. We are really hoping the Filipino-Canadian community can get the word out, show support, and stop the School Division from ending the program, said parent, Ivy Lopez-Sarmiento, whose twin daughters attended the program in its inaugural year. The Filipino Bilingual Program is based on the Manitoba Education

Curriculum and divides the medium of instruction between Filipino in arts subjects and English in math and sciences. The Seven Oaks School Division also currently offers Ukrainian and Ojibwe bilingual programs.

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to knowing so little about their heritage and language. The Filipino Bilingual Program is an important opportunity for them to build their own positive self-identity in a nurturing and safe cultural environment. They already exemplify, in just one year, what it means to grow with this sense of belonging, said teacher, Porfiria (Poria) Pedrina. Parents are urged to contact one of the advocates Cory Juan at 204-694-8517 or e-mail at [email protected], to register their children by the end of August.

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Rainbow Stage is throwing a ball! CinderellaAugust 13-30, 2019

Rainbow Stage presents Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella, the new Broadway adaptation of the classic musical that will enchant children and adults alike with its warmth, charm, surprising twists and a touch of magic.

From the producers who brought you 2018’s Beauty and the Beast comes another memory-making summer event for the whole family. In the heart of Winnipeg’s enchanting Kildonan Park, Rainbow Stage’s iconic dome will transform into your own personal carriage to take you on a

journey you won’t soon forget. With a healthy dose of hilarity, this 2013 Tony Award winner combines the timeless songs you know and love with a fresh new take on the beloved fairly tale.

Director, Rob Herriot (Beauty and the Beast) and music director, Paul De Gurse (Beauty and the Beast) will be joined by Stratford Festival cornerstone Alexandra Herzog who returns home to make her debut as choreographer for Rainbow Stage.

Narda McCarroll makes her set design debut with Rainbow Stage amidst her busy career designing across the country (Stratford Festival, Catalyst Theatre). Returning to

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Colleen Furlan (The Little Mermaid, Les Miserables) returns to Rainbow Stage in the title role of Cinderella. Also returning to Rainbow Stage: Darren Martens as Prince Topher, Paula Potosky as Fairy Godmother, Laura Olafson and Andrea del Campo as Cinderella’s conflicted step sisters and Melanie Whyte as the scrumptously deceptive Step Mother.

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Santos won the silver award for her performance of Jungee Marcelo’s “Kapangyarihan ng Pag-ibig” in the recent ASEAN+3 Song Contest held in Quang Ninh, Vietnam.

The first prize went to Malaysian singer Rosario Nihin Chamini Bianis, while Santos shared the second place with Tran

Thi Hong Nhung of Vietnam. Myanmar’s Eint Chit got the third prize. The other Filipinos who represented the country were Steven Bedolido and Tim Pavino. The ASEAN+3 pop singing contest featured 22 professional singers aged 18-35 years old from the 10 ASEAN member states including as China, Japan and Korea.

A 16-year-old girl from Laguna was named first ever “Idol Philippines” on finals night

Sunday at the Newport Performing Arts Theater in Pasay City.

Zephanie Dimaranan bested two other hopefuls Lucas Garcia and

Lance Busa, who came in second and third, respectively. Her prizes include a

recording contract from Star Music, house and lot, an all-expense paid trip, and P2 million. At 16, Zephanie is a veteran of various singing competitions. Prior to “Idol Philippines,” she joined two singing contests on ABS-CBN. She was one of Sarah Geronimo's proteges in “The Voice Kids” in 2015. She also joined “Tawag ng Tanghalan.” “American Idol” runner-up Jessica Sanchez performed during the finals hosted by Billy Crawford. The judges of the competition

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Crank up the power and project yourself out to the world. Things should go extremely well for you, so don’t shy away from any part of it. In fact, take this opportunity to shine as brightly as you can. Bring out your radiant smile as often as possible - it’s contagious. There is tremendous power behind your self-confidence, so tackle everything with energy and excitement.

Come out of serious mode for yourself laugh. Hold a game at your home and invite some good friends over to play cards and nibble on snacks. This is have fun, so let loose and freely express yourself in the best way you see fit. Realize how much power you have in your jovial nature. Spread it generously.

You have an incredibly strong influence on others, just because yours is a fun-loving, peaceful, and harmonious nature. Your charm will take you any place you want to go, so use it at your will. Focus attention on the positive and walk on the sunny side of the street. Smile and bring good cheer to the people you meet.

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You might find that others have a “me first” attitude that doesn’t sit quite right with you. You may need to wake them up and say, “Hey, what about everybody else?” Try not to whine as you deliver this message. Desperation or complaining will get you nowhere. Be friendly and jovial in your approach and you will have the world at your feet.

Your jovial approach to every situation is just what the doctor ordered. Spend time with children and enjoy their magical world. Freely spread your love and affection to the people around you. Make sure that the corners of people’s mouths are turning up instead of down. A friendly attitude will take you far.

Let your romantic nature have some fun. Take a time-out and relax a little. Don’t feel guilty about not being as serious as you think you should be. The winner is the one who can smile the most. Enter this contest with the intention of winning. The rewards will last a long time. The people you encounter won’t be able to help but smile back.

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There’s a great deal of power behind your emotions, and you need to express it. Other people’s stubborn attitudes may hinder your progress, so take this as a hint that you might need to loosen your grip on a certain viewpoint you’re fiercely clinging to. Jump onstage and take the podium. Speak your mind even if you don’t always agree with the group.

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common answer everytime he is asked to stay.

For the past five years, Allan has been staying and taking shelter under the bridge, and for this summer, he decided to build a shack, freeing himself not to stay in some houses managed by social agencies, like the Main Street Project.

“We are lucky to get financial support from many people, especially from an anonymous donor for his ticket to Manila,” Dante Aviso said. And Allan’s trip to Manila will be sometime in August.

To date, more than $2,500 was raised thru after the gofundme stopped accepting cash donations.

The travel papers are already prepared by the Deputy Consul Bernardette Fernandez of the Philippine Consul General in

Toronto, thru the initiative of Dennis Castaneda.

At least with this extra money, Allan can make adjustment in Alfonso, Cavite where he will stay with his sister, Mila.

A homeless for five years, Allan Par is a permanent resident holder who arrived in Winnipeg 9 years ago. He had been working part time but most of the time, he was being laid off or let go by the companies. And he was wondering why the management would not give him the opportunity for good living.

“I do not know why I encounter this problem in Canada,” he said in one of the media interviews.

After the media coverage, Allan received many donations and kinds, and during our visit, he said: “Please give those bottled water to the church.”

Dante Aviso has requested the donors not to bring perishable food because his shack has no fridge or cooler to store those donated food.

“I think what Allan needs are canned goods to be brought to the Philippines when he leaves for Manila this coming August.” Aviso said.

Meanwhile, FJ was able to interview online Allan’s sister Mila, who lives in Alfonso, Cavite

She told the Filipino Journal that they are anticipating for his return to the Philippines.

“And his return will be his birthday gift to me,” Mila said.

And when asked about her youngest brother’s decision to go back the Philippines Mila mentioned that they were able to talk to him: “And he mentioned about his hardship in Winnipeg, and sometimes, we would send money to him.”

At the beginning of his stay in Winnipeg, according to Mila, he had a good earning income and she did not know why her brother turned into a homeless person. And she revealed that Allan had no experience in carpentry.

“He learned carpentry in Winnipeg, and through his own way, he was able to build his temporary shelter,” Mila said.

And Mila sent this message:” To all who helped my brother, Allan, thank you very much. Hope the Lord will bless you all.”

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The Pearl of the Orient Pavilion and Folklorama 50 is ready for all of you with some of these reminders:•Arrive early to get the most out of each pavilion! Every year volunteers work tirelessly to bring you their pavilion cultural display, delicious cultural food and drink, and world class entertainment. So make sure to arrive early so that you have enough time to find a seat and sample everything they have to offer!•Not all pavilions allow videos or photos, please check first! If the pavilion allows, take photos or video, and share them on social media using the hashtag #folklorama50 and tag us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook(@folklorama)!•Only certain pavilions take reservations for seating and

dinner. Find a Pavilion on our website to find out which ones through the filters! This is a great way to make sure your entire group can sit together and enjoy a delicious cultural meal!

•Some pavilions feature kids activities to keep your little one entertained! Find out which ones on page 13 and 35 of our Travel Guide!

•Tourists from the US can pay with US$ at pavilion!•Hit up an ATM before you head to the pavilions or bring some cash with you, not all pavilions

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The Brandenburg Gate, Berlin

by Gem and Lita Anis

Berlin, historic capital of Germany and Europe's "City of Cool", is a vibrant and fascinating city well worth the trip - an August

Baltic cruise of northern Europe. What is there to see? Museums, Checkpoint Charlie,the Berlin Wall Memorial, the Reichstag, the Kurfurstendamm, the Pariser Platz, the Unter den Linden, and the Brandenburg Gate.

Brandenburg Gate (Brandenburger Tor) is one of the most well-known landmarks of Germany and is Berlin's most famous monument. It is the country's symbol of division during the tense Cold War between the capitalist United States with its allies (the Western Bloc) and the Communist Soviet Union with its satellite states (the Eastern Bloc) and at the sametime a symbol of German reunification after the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1990, i.e., forty-five years (45) years later after World War II.

It must be recalled that at the end of the Second World War Germany was divided into four zones, each zone occupied by the victorious Allied powers - the United States, Great Britain, France, and the Soviet Union. The three areas occupied by the US, France and Britain became officially West Germany (Federal Republic of Germany)) and the zone occupied by the Soviet Union emerged as East Germany (German Democratic Republic). Berlin was also divided into West Berlin and East Berlin, geographically and politically separated by the Berlin Wall, (Berliner Mauer), often referred to as the "Wall of Shame". The barrier of concrete and barbed wire with towers placed along the large walls prevented emigration of East Germans by crossing over the border from East Berlin into West Berlin. From 1961 to 1989 around 5,000 people attempted to

cross the wall and escape with an estimated death toll of 125.

The neo-classicial Brandenburg Gate with its design based upon the "Propylaea", the gateway that welcomes visitors to the Acropolis in Athens, Greece, was erected between 1788 and 1791. Consisting of 12 Doric columns, six to each side, forming 5 passageways, the gate, representing peace, is dominated by the "quadriga", the four-horse chariot driven by the Goddess of Victory and Peace, Victoria. In 1806, Napoleon Bonaparte after whipping the Prussian Army snatched the four sculpted horses as a souvenir. The Prussians took them back in 1814.

An important part of German history was made here. The then United States President Ronald Reagan said here: "Mr. Mikhail Gorbachev, open this Gate! Tear down this Wall!" On 09 November 1989, the East German government announced that all German Democratic Republic citizens could visit West Germany. The wall was primarily demolished in 1990. Once again the Brandenburg Gate becomes a symbol of Germany`s unity rather than its division.

Situated by the Gate is the Pariser Platz just at the end of the grassed pedestrian mall, the Ùnter den Linden (Under the Linden Trees), that stretches 1.5 kms. long lined with four rows of linden trees.

Pariser Platz is flanked by the American and French Embassies, the luxury Adlon Hotel, the Aacademy of Arts, and several blocks of apartments and offices.

Visiting Berlin make us become also a part of its culture and history.

Brandenburg Gate.

Gem & Lita at Brandenburg Gate.

Congratulations to all performers and volunteers!

Happy 50 years, Folklorama!

Congratulations to all performers and volunteers!

Happy 50 years, Folklorama!

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