This Week in Manila (June 6 to 12, 2016)

A time to celebrate nationalism, arts, toys, and food.

By: Karen Grace Libao | June 06, 2016
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LOCAL NEWS AND CURRENT AFFAIRS

Independence Day

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Photo from Government's Official Website

The Philippine Independence Day, June 12, falls on a Sunday. Nevertheless, there will still be an Independence Day celebration at the Rizal Park in Manila to be spearheaded by the Philippine Information Agency, the official communication arm of the Philippine Government. Among the activities planned include a flag raising and singing of the National Anthem, wreath-laying, and 21-gun salute. A run-for-a-cause and Hataw/Zumba exercises will also be part of the program.


Arts in Public Places

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A girl coloring the flowers with different colors of chalk (Photo from NCCA Facebook Page)

The National Commission for Culture and the Arts is bringing colors to public places in Manila. Various activities from Chalk Art to Larong Pinoy and Kite-Making are to be held on weekends which started last May 28. Baybayin Writing and Calligraphy Workshop using Baybayin characters will be featured in this week’s event. More schedules of activities can be seen at The National Commission for Culture and the Arts’ Facebook Page.


TRADE FAIRS AND EXPOS

These events highlight Filipinos’ love for food and pop culture.


Manila Food and Beverage Expo

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Official Poster of MAFBEX 2016 (Image from Sunnywood Facebook Page)

The Filipinos’ innate love for food will always be there. Food enthusiasts will surely be excited about the 10th Manila Food and Beverage Expo (MAFBEX) at World Trade Center – East Wing Tent A on June 8 to 12, 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The MAFBEX Events Management started the very first MAFBEX event ten years ago, aiming to elevate local cuisines to international level. Over 500 booths are expected to showcase Filipino and international food and drinks while celebrity chefs, executive chefs, and international chefs will be doing cooking demonstrations.


Toy Conference

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Image from TOYCON PH: The Philippines Toys, Hobbies, and Collectibles Convention Facebook Page

TOYCON is one of the most-awaited annual events by pop-culture fans all over the country. Just in time for their 15th year anniversary, they are holding the TOYCON 2016 + Pop Life FanXperience on June 10 to June 12, 2016 at the SMX Convention Center in Pasay. Celebrity guests from local and international pop scenes can be expected in the event. One day pass ticket for adults is PhP500 while it’s PhP250 for kids. Also available is the Legend Pass worth Php10,000 that is good for three days admission, VIP seating, plus loads of exclusive freebies.


TRAFFIC ADVISORY

The MMDA has opened the Mabuhay lanes for busy roads in Metro Manila.

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*Images from MMDA Official Twitter Account

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The Mabuhay lanes are express routes for private vehicles aimed to help decongest traffic in the city. Illegally parked vehicles and obstructions along Mabuhay lanes can be reported to MMDA through Viber and Twitter.


WEATHER ADVISORY

Planning for travel or events should include measures for rains.

Rainy season is here, bringing intermittent showers in different parts of Metro Manila. Most rains can be expected in the late afternoons, with a couple of thunderstorms. It is recommended to bring an umbrella when planning to go outside because weather might abruptly change from fair to rainy.
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About Karen Grace Libao
Karen writes for a living and for fun. She started her writing career in 2014 when she worked as Content Manager for a women’s website and never looked back since. On her free time, she tries to catch up on her current reads, seeing independently-produced films, watching theatre plays, and attending live music and open mic gigs. She dreams of becoming a published writer and film producer in the future.
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