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Celebrate Christmas at NCCC in a unique way as they unveil the first ever LED Christmas Tree in Mindanao.

A 12.7 to 12.8 meters height with 124 lines from top to bottom and 372 led strips. 5 meters base hoop. 124 power supply. 62 units signal receiver with 8 controllers.

I was really amazed with the lights its time it changes different colours, visual animation, etc.

NCCC wants to give a one of a kind Christmas experience to all Dabawenyos, with this modern technology called LED VIDEO MAPPING, also known as projection mapping or spatial augmented reality, which we usually see in outdoor events like concerts, parties, or major shows and even gaming.

NCCC Christmas Lighting headed by Sir Lafayette Lim, Councilor Pilar Braga and Ms. Helen Lim

Catch the weekend light show starting December 1 from 6pm onwards with a 15-30 minutes per show, showcasing Christmas stories, icons, etc.

NCCC CHRISTMAS TRAVEL NO MORE

Christmas in France 🇫🇷
Want to see the Eiffel Tower? Then worry no more as NCCC will be bringing the Eiffel Tower and its iconic lights at NCCC Mall Buhangin on December 1.

Christmas in Russia 🇷🇺
Want to visit the Saint Basil's Cathedral, a church in Moscow and is regarded as one of the iconic symbol of Russia. Then wait no more, you will see this magnificent structure only at NCCC Mall VP on December 1.

Christmas in South Africa 🇿🇦
Christmas is not only for people. Animals can also feel the spirit and enjoy the celebration. Join NCCC Main Branch at Magsaysay as they turn the store in a Safari feels, wherein animals come to life on December 1.

NCCC CHRISTMAS EXCLUSIVES

Be part of these exclusive deals, event & promotions this Christmas:

🎁12 Gifts of Christmas. Exclusive to NCCC Mall Buhangin.

4 lucky winners will win weekly surprise prizes.

How? Just buy P200 from any NCCC Mall Buhangin tenants except Suprrmarket and Department Store, to earn 1 raffle coupon. Plus pay to scan via GCASH to get 1 FREE coupon.

🎁🎁The Great NCCC SALE. Exclusive to NCCC Mall Buhangin and NCCC Main Magsaysay.

Shop. Dine. Avail and enjoy awesome deals and major discounts from participating mall tenants from November 29 to December 1.

🎁🎁🎁Christmas Art Workshops. Exclusive to NCCC Mall Buhangin.

Let your kids 4-12 years old experience ART in a different way with workshops on CLAY MAKING, ECO BAG DESIGNING, STONE ART and BUBBLE PAINTING.

How? Just present P200 receipt from mall tenants except Supermarket and Department store. And register for only P100!

Watch video here 👉👉👉 NCCC LED Christmas Tree

Enjoy the season with a big laughter, be proud of our unique tradition celebrating Christmas with the family and friends, and NCCC will guarantee to give Dabawenyos oodles of festive fun this Holiday.

With more than a million books up for grab from 50% to 90% off the recommended retail price, the biggest book event in town returns to spread the love of reading here in Davao City for the second consecutive year.

ABOUT BIG BAD WOLF BOOKS

Known as the World's Biggest Book Sale, it specializes in providing the widest selection of books possible at the lowest possible prices. It offers brand new books at discounts as high as 50% - 90%, with the primary aim to encourage people of all ages to discover the joys of affordable, accessible reading.

“The Big Bad Wolf Book Sale travels globally and has explored four cities in the Philippines so far including Manila, Davao, Cebu and Pampanga. It has been amazing to see droves of people, young and old, come together for the love of books. With last year’s turnout, we’re excited to see more Davaoeños at the Big Bad Wolf Book Sale this year and hopefully we are able to continuously instill and create a love for reading. Through the enthusiastic welcome that we have received, it is heartwarming to see that Filipinos are looking forward to attending our Book Sale again in Davao this year,” said Jacqueline Ng, Co-Founder of the Big Bad Wolf Book Sale.

It features a wide range of books across all genres, including fiction and non-fiction bestseller, young adult fiction, as well as an extensive collection of children's books. Like bringing back the Magical Books with Augmented Reality (AR) technology to the book sale.

Included among this category are classics such as 'LITTLE RED RIDING HOOD', 'ABC Fun with Mickey' and '123 Counting Fun with Mickey'

Watch video here: AR

These books aim to assist in a child's learning and development as they interact, read, play, and learn using its cutting-edge technology to revolutionize reading for young ones.

The brainchild of BookXcess founders Andrew Yap and Jacqueline Ng, the Big Bad Wolf has been a landmark event in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia since 2009. In 2018, the Books Sale visited 16 cities in 7 countries and that include Davao City, Philippines, and this year, 3 countries was added; Myanmar, Pakistan and South Korea.

With the Big Bad Wolf Founder, Ms. JACQUELINE NG

In the Philippines, BBW Book Sale works with Gawad Kalinga, as they reach out to communities in the country by giving back and helping to make a difference in every place they visit. Having the same advocacy, Gawad Kalinga has been working with the BBW Book Sale in promoting literacy, reaching out to children and adults, and sharing with them the joys and benefits of reading, as both organizations believe that reading is meant for all. BBW Book Sale is also an advocates of charities through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) arm, the Red Readerhood.

“Gawad Kalinga partners with institutions or individuals that can inspire the young to dream and build a poverty-free nation. A future full of hope! The Big Bad Wolf Book Sale is one of those big businesses with a big heart. They make great books available and accessible to every Filipino especially the poor. This is a cause worth venturing into at a cost that is affordable for everyone,” said Harvey Maraguinot, Movement Building Head of Gawad Kalinga.

In 2018, 2111 books were donated to various villages, home and elementary schools. This year, the initiative continued on by collecting 13,679 books in Manila, Pampanga and Cebu. Here in Davao, collected books will be distributed to Sibol Villarica, Sibol Cogon, Sibol San Nicolas, Sibol Mahayag, Sibol Medsa in hopes of spreading knowledge to the children there. To kick start the donations, the Big Bad Wolf Book Sale will be pledging 500 books and more!

Launching & Presscon last November 7 at Union Market, Azuela Cove,headed by the Big Bad Wolf founder, Ms. Jacqueline Ng and Gawad Kalinga Movement Building Head Engr. Harvey Maraguinot

Now, BBW is celebrating its 10th year encouraging readers by providing high-quality, brand-new English books at a low price by visiting more cities and countries such as Taiwan, UAE, Indonesia, South Korea, Pakistan, Malaysia, Myanmar, Thailand and Philippines.

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The Big Bad Wolf Book Sale will be open 24 hours a day to Davaoeños on November 22 to December 2 at the Enderun Tent, Azuela Cove in Davao City. Entrance to the Sale is FREE!

And to the VIP's, see you this Nov. 21, 2019.

The only festival that I've witnessed and experienced is Kadayawan Festival here in Davao City. I'm very happy when Mati LGU invites us again to witness their Sambuokan Festival: Indak-Indak sa Sambuokan 2019.

Indak-Indak sa Sambuokan is a street dancing competition, accompanied by the drumbeats and singing (chanting) by competing contingents by categories.

13 contingents are participating the Indak-Indak, secondary/tertiary category and elementary category.

Each winner per category will receive the following cash prizes:

*P100,000 for the Grand Champion,
*P75,000 for the Second Place and
*P50,000 for the Third Place

For your information, City Government of Mati already released P100,000 subsidy for each contingents joining the Indak-Indak 2019 last October 2, 2019.

Rain or shine all participating contingents really give their best and enjoyed their presentation they have practiced for almost a year, together with the outpouring support from their families, friends, relatives, teachers, etc. for me, they are all winners.

Here are some of my photos during the event:

Secondary/Tertiary Category:

1. GRAND CHAMPION - Immaculate Heart of Mary Academy (IHMA) P100,000

2. 2ND PLACE - Mati National Comprehensive High School P75,000

3. 3RD PLACE - Dawan National High School P50,000

BEST IN MUSICALITY - IHMA
BEST IN COSTUME & PROPS - Mati National Comprehensive High School

Elementary Category:

1. GRAND CHAMPION - Matiao Central Elementary School P100,000

2. 2ND PLACE - Don Luis Rabat Sr. Elem. School P75,000

3. 3RD PLACE - Rabat Racamora Mati Central SPED School P50,000

BEST IN MUSICALITY, BEST IN COSTUME & PROPS - Matiao Central Elem. School

The highlights are not the event of activities, but to see the togetherness of the people of Mati, starting from the LGU, Barangays and the Community of Indigenous People.

The UNITY or the "BUOK" as they utter in their native dialect – the ONENESS, the wholeness of Mati communities.

Congratulations and thank you to the City Mayor of Mati, Michelle Nakpil Rabat and also to Mati LGU headed by Sir Ben Tesiorna, Ms. Marivic “Bula” Sencio and Sir Clyde Martin.

With Mati City Mayor, Michelle Nakpil-Rabat

In travelling, we normally bring our camera to take photos in every place we visited, just to have copies of good memories.

The idea is to have a knowledge in photography. This will help in capturing moments, even if you're a hobbyist or a professional photographer, you really had to know the basic skills & tips in capturing great memories.

It will be a great help if you attend workshops like DAGWAY SA SAMBUOKAN. A Photography Workshop with the renowned Photojournalist/columnist Jojie Alcantara.

Last October 12, a workshop was held at Baywalk Hotel, Mati City, organized by Mati LGU headed by Ms. Marivic 'Bula' Sencio and Mr. Clyde Martin. Sponsored by Fuji Film Philippines, FujiInstax, Dhan Store, CASA ROSA, MX3, COCO Bioskin, Angels & Crystals.

"Giving back and sharing my knowledge that I learned from my work as an artist, writer, photographer and a columnist is my main goal in life." said by Jojie Alcantara.

The main objective of this workshop is to help photographers who are beginners, amateurs, and hobbyist to capture great photos, especially this coming Sambuokan Festival.

Listen. Learn. Listen 😆😁😊😉

This is my second workshop with Ms. Jojie, and two things I've learned about photography:

(1) In getting a subject you need to set a story, to make a story out of your subject and to convince your viewers & readers what are you implying for.

(2) Go deeper with your photos, know some tips & tricks, learn to enhance and have a good photo that you will cherish forever.

Honestly, I don't know how to use a DSLR camera. That's why I prefer to use mobile camera, because it's handy & safe to carry. Lucky to have my new mobile, Huawei Honor 10 Lite and I am excited to use it by applying what I have learned in the workshop. Together with the 30+ participants from Davao Oriental, we explore the beauty of Mati City, to capture great photos that we can be proud of.

BAHIA BEACH RESORT located along Manggihay, Mati City, Davao Oriental.

So quiet and the place is so wide, good for relaxation and taking pictures. Here are my photos which I considered #mybest!

AMIHAN BEACH RESORT located at Dahican, Mati City

The place of the famous Amihan Boys, these are the children who love to swim, surf and skimboarding. That time we haven't seen them, so we look for other subjects that would give us great photos about Amihan. So I got these.

PROVINCIAL CAPITOL OF DAVAO ORIENTAL, Mati City, Davao Oriental

It's my fourth time to see this place. My first time is way back 1997 and we stayed in the old capitol then. After 20 years, I came back together with my VDSF Family. And now, this is my 3 consecutive years of travelling here, and I'm still overwhelmed seeing this beautiful capitol of Mati.

After the outdoor activity, we head back to the hotel and announce the winning photos. Each winner receives products from different sponsors. This man is so lucky, he won the latest FujiInstax S6, by Fuji Film Philippines.

Congrats BobCat Gregorio and to all the winners and participants! 😉😊

One of my photos was also chosen, in another category, this time a photo contest together with my Social Media colleagues. My photo receives a consolation prize courtesy by Angels & Crystals bracelet.

Thank You ANGELS & CRYSTALS

#MyEntry is the Provincial Capitol of Mati building. ☝️☝️☝️ scroll up!

Once again #ThankYouAteJojie #DaghangSalamatMatiLGU for the invitation and accommodation. 🥰😘 #MaganahayNgadi

Photo Credit: Ms. Bula Sencio

For more photos regarding Dagway sa Sambuokan, please visit their Facebook Page.

And to all participants for the Sambuokan Photo Contest, good luck to you guys! #MakeItMati

Lamoiyan Corporation Licealiz Head Lice Treatment Shampoo was initiated in 2016, the KILUSANG KONTRA KUTO, an advocacy campaign that is battling head lice infestation nationwide for a kuto-free Philippines.

This is my second year supporting the campaign and every year same scenario, you will face students from public schools for a yearly nationwide shampooing activity in eliminating the social stigma associated with" KUTO" or LICE (Pediculosis).

Many cities in the Philippines, including my city — Davao City, where included by Licealiz Kilusang Kontra Kuto for educational talks about head lice. Lamoiyan Corporation is visiting 30 schools nationwide and targets to shampoo around 6,000 head lice infested students.

Educational Talk
By: Dra. ANA LIZA LANUZA
Family Doctor

Today, October 9, a gathering of students from Cesareo Villa Abrille Elem. School (formerly known as Bucana Elem. School) in Brgy.76-A Bucana, witness and experience how Licealiz Shampoo help eliminate their head lice and at the same time teaching them how to practice good hygiene.

Lice will infest to anyone. No matter who you are regardless of hair, gender, age, and even social class. ~ Ms. Ruby Rose Cavestany, Lamoiyan Corporation Mktg. Director

1. Wash hair with Licealiz Shampoo

2. Let it stay for 10 minutes

3. After 10 minutes, get "suyod" or the lice comb and comb your hair vigorously.

4. Wash & Rinse it properly.

The symposium was made possible by the Lamoiyan team headed by the Assistant Brand Manager, Ms. Cristina Martinez in partnership with the Department of Education.

Lamoiyan was able to raise awareness and debunked misconceptions surrounding pediculosis by spreading the correct information together with the Drugstores Association of the Philippines (DSAP) and Mommy Bloggers Philippines to further help disseminate the correct information about pediculosis and widely reach the grass roots.

PROTECT YOUR CHILD

1. Avoid physical contact - though lice don't have a wing to fly, physical contact especially with hair must be avoided. So tell you kids not to play ..oh-oh kids are kids..what to do? We can ask our children not to share personal items like combs and hair accessories. And also hats, caps, that will make lice and nits present.

2. Pillows, Clothes, Blankets should be washed in hot water and then let it dry from a high heat, this will kill lice and nits.

3. Clean the house thoroughly, the floor and furniture can also be infected.

4. Most of all, don't forget to use Licealiz to treat your children's hair & scalp.

Licealiz, a non-toxic shampoo used to treat and prevent from having head lice and their eggs to grow.

It comes in two variants, the Regular with conditioner for softer,smoother, healthier hair and the Soothing Coolnest which have the menthol for a cool, refreshing feeling on the scalp. The 10ml and 60ml contains 20mg of Pyrethrin, which is safe for children as young as two years old.

Lamoiyan Corporation is inviting everyone to join the campaign to fight against head lice and be part of the KKK or Kilusang Kontra Kuto Year 4. To know more, visit www.facebook.com/licealiz

Our house is near "talipapa" or a smaller public market. It's full of different stalls and stores selling fish, pork, chicken, beef, vegetables and much more. But what other things you can see here in our market is the presence of the local and foreigners collecting money from smaller merchants.

Yes, the so-called financial saviour, the famous 5/6 from money lender like the "Bombay" or the Indian financiers. No matter how President Duterte warned us about the negative impact 5/6 to our lives, still people are embracing it as their last resort. I interviewed some of the merchants, here are their stories.

PROTECT YOUR CASH

"From the start I open my chicken stall here, I did not expect that my life would change because of a financial problem. I am not ready to face the reality that I am losing everything because of the 5/6".

"To have a chicken meat shop, all you need is a sufficient funds for starting the venture. Then, a little more than a weighing scale, a butcher’s knife, and a cutting board, slowly you will need to add more in order to increase your selling. So I decided, why not join the bandwagon of 5/6, there everything changes not for the better but for the worst."

~ Aling Mercy, 51 years old
Owner — Chicken Meat Stall

DON'T DEPEND TO MUCH

"I am Sally and I rented a Barbeque stand. I entered 5/6 for additional capital. But I don't have any idea that too much lending will lead me to doom."

"I have five lending companies, two is from a "Bombay" and three from other lending companies. Alternately, I paid them daily, but sometimes I cannot pay because it depends with my daily average income."

"Little did I know that when you miss a day without paying, the next time you ask for a renewal they will say yes, but the truth is they will never renew your booklet."

~ Nang Sally, 59 years old
Owner — Barbecue Stand

Pool Funding very popular also here in our barangay, aside from the 5/6. Mostly stall owners and/or vendors do this to add income to their capital.

"We usually collect a certain amount from each other then the next thing we do is "bunutan" or casting lots to know who will be the first to use the funds."

“The cons here is that we cannot get funds easily if our names is not yet on the schedule so we need to wait. How about for emergency purposes? Here were 5/6 enter and another easy way to get money. No hassle — no required documents needed, but the only problem is that you need to pay daily. Our daily payment is flexible; if we fail to pay one day, it's understood that we must pay for the day missed the next time around.“

~ Beverly, 52 years old
Street Food Vendor

“Most of us here are ambulant vendors, selling smoked fish, veggies, fish balls, Kwek-Kwek, barbecue and the like. Some owned a stall, but in our case we rent a stall or we have our own rolling store. Some had a good capital to start, while others are in need of financial support."

“Nothing beats the 5-6 money lenders, they collect every day. That's why we need to work in order to earn too! They will collect a nominal interest rate 20% over an agreed period of time. Just like me, I just borrowed P1500 from a 5/6 money lender over a period of two months repays. A P30 per day for 60 days they get P1800.“

~Benjamin, 27 years old
Buko Juice Vendor

As Our Last Resort

“Though we enjoy having it as our last resort in getting additional funds to our capital, the problem arises when daily collections started. Out of 100% vendors in our market 40% borrowed money from the Indians, the others came from Filipino lenders.“

"They collect and we suffered. And what we do in order to increase our profit we need to sell our goods at a higher cost. At the same time, financial crises hit us, we have no choice but to increase our dependency on Indians.“

Minerva, 55 years old
Sari-Sari Store Owner

In Thoughts...

No matter what we say about "5/6", borrowers remained dependent with their lenders — they both survived especially to the Filipino society downturn. Though it helps us, but the "utang" goes on and on — it never stops! Instead of having a good business to give us as "pamana" or heritage to our children — loan will be there burden till the end.

This is my 4th post for the #PlsSaveMe campaign.

Thank you for reading my final post about financial literacy for Filipino.

A Disclaimer: Some photos are from pexels.com for illustration purposes only.

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