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Nov192014 by Mindanaoan IreneNo Comments

New career exploration tool launched in Cagayan de Oro

Advocacy, Announcements, Arts, Cagayan de Oro City, Campus

The Philippine Business for Education (PBEd) recently launched an online career exploration tool, with the aim to help high school students chart their future. Through a career talk dubbed "Life Lessons," PBed launched FutureYou.ph in Cagayan de Oro City last November 7, 2014. Life Lessons is FutureYou.ph’s career advocacy roadshow that seeks to help high school students discover different career opportunities. Around 100 high school students from Cagayan de Oro College, Bayabas National High School, Carmen National High School, Cagayan de Oro National High School, Gusa National High School, Bonbon National High School and Lapasan National High School attended the event held at the Cagayan de Oro College PHINMA. The students listened to successful individuals from different industries w...

Nov132014 by Mindanaoan Irene3 Comments

Bobson opens first ever Philippine boutique in Cagayan de Oro Mindanao

Business, Cagayan de Oro City, Fashion, Features, News, Northern Mindanao, Shopping, Style

Japanese brand Bobson has opened its first ever Philippine boutique in Mindanao, Philippines. Located at the First Level, West Concourse, Limketkai Mall, Cagayan de Oro, the Bobson flagship store also has its own tailor shop inside its premises. Known for its array of quality unisex Japanese denim jeans and shirts, Bobson uses the unique left-hand twill weaving technique, making their jeans more durable and comfortable. Bobson's top officials, who were recently in CDO, said that they chose the city as the location of their flagship store in the Philippines primarily because of the Limketkai family's generous show of support. "Dealing with the mall owners has always been smooth and positive. That's why we didn't hesitate to invest here. Plus this is a great and exciting market ...

Aug72014 by Mindanaoan IreneNo Comments

3rd Mindanao Fashion Summit schedule

Announcements, Beauty, Events, Fashion, Mindanaoan Artists, Mindanaoan Update, Style

One of the highlights of the much-awaited Higalaay Kagay-an Festival 2014 is the 3rd Mindanao Fashion Summit, a convergence of some of Mindanao's most talented fashion designers. The 3-day event, which will be held on August 8 to 10, 2014 at the Rotunda of Limketkai Mall, Cagayan de Oro City, will showcase the works of the likes of Boogie Musni Rivera, Gil Macaibay III, Benjie Manuel, Mavy Cooper De Leon, Mark Christopher Yaranon, Alma Mae Roa and John Mark Magallanes. One of the shows I'm pretty excited about is the Mindanaoan Show at 1PM on August 8. I heard there will be clothes made out of authentic Mindanao weaves and fabric! Please click on the image for a larger view: Thanks to ChadaCDO for the image! See you at the 3rd Mindanao Fashion Summit!

Apr262014 by Mindanaoan IreneNo Comments

Mindanaoan.com is media partner of Star Magic charity basketball game

Cagayan de Oro City, Entertainment, Events, Features, Mindanaoan Update, Misamis Oriental, Personalities, Society, Sports

Very excited to share that Mindanaoan.com is an official media partner of the upcoming Star Magic Charity Basketball Game in Cagayan de Oro! The much-awaited charity event will be held on Sunday, May 4, 2014, 12 noon (gates open at 8 am), Corpus Christi Gym and will feature the following celebrities: • PBB Teen Edition 3rd Big Placer and “On the Job” actor Gerald Anderson • Actor, dancer, singer, and ASAP mainstay Rayver Cruz • Taekwondo champion, actor, and commercial model Japoy Lizardo • Versatile actor (“Anna Liza”, “Ang TV”, “G-mik”, “Berks”, “Ang Tanging Ina”) Carlo Aquino • “Be Careful With My Heart’s” Jerome Ponce • PBB Teen Edition Plus Big Winner and actor Ejay Falcon • Comedian Gerard Acao • PBB, “Pedro Penduko”, and “The Legal Wife’s” Matt Evans • Star Magic C...

Oct292013 by Mindanaoan IreneNo Comments

Spooktacular Halloween at Seda Hotel CDO – win an overnight stay!

Business, Cagayan de Oro City, Entertainment, Events, Hotels

It will truly be a spook-tacular Halloween on October 31, 2013 as Seda Hotel CDO holds its "Halloween Fright Night Costume Party"! Wear your scariest costume and party at Seda Centrio! For only Php 599 per person, you get to enjoy a sumptuous dinner buffet and a special Halloween cocktail. Party-goers also get the chance to win an overnight stay with breakfast at Seda Hotel Centrio! BOOK A ROOM AT SEDA HOTEL CAGAYAN DE ORO HERE Buy your Halloween Fright Night tickets now by calling (088) 323 8888. See you at the Seda Hotel Centrio Pool Side on October 31, 2013, 6 PM!

Aug112013 by Mindanaoan Irene1 Comment

Kagay-an CDO Fiesta 2013 schedule of events

Announcements, BIMP-EAGA, Blogging, Cagayan de Oro City, Culture, Entertainment, Events, Features, Festivals, Fiesta, Mindanaoan Update, Misamis Oriental, News, Tourism

Kagay-an Festival 2013 schedule of activities. Cagayan de Oro City Mayor Oscar "Oca" Moreno has said that the 2013 CDO Fiesta will push through this year. This, despite the recent news about the bombing incident at Rosario Arcade, Limketkai Center, Cagayan de Oro City, Mindanao, Philippines. The Kagay-an Festival 2013, which is celebrated in honor of patron Saint Augustine, will hold the theme "Higalaay: The Kagay-an Festival 2013." Higalaay means "friendly gathering/friendly atmosphere." Check out this Kagay-an Festival 2013 schedule of events: KUMBIRA: Aug 14-31, 2013 Limketkai Mall Atrium (Kumbira is a professional and student culinary show and live competition. It is the largest culinary event in Mindanao. Check out what happened during Kumbira 2012) GARDEN SHOW: August 15-31...

Aug112013 by Mindanaoan Irene3 Comments

Judging at ABS CBN’s Barangay Gwapo 2013

Announcements, Beauty, Bisaya, Blogging, Cagayan de Oro City, Entertainment, Events, Mindanaoan Artists, Mindanaoan Update, Misamis Oriental, Musings, Northern Mindanao, Society

How do you help find the fairest of them all? Well I'm about to find out when I'm set to become one of the judges during the finals night of Barangay Gwapo 2013, an ABS CBN Northern Mindanao-organized and produced men's pageant. Yes, folks, Mindanaoan Irene got invited to be one of the Barangay Gwapo 2013 CDO finals night judges on August 17, 2013, 6 PM at the Capitol University Gymnasium, Cagayan de Oro City. This should be fun ;) * photo by my friend Mark Edson Valledor Pagaspas The Barangay Gwapo 2013 CDO finalists are Joseph Ryan Mar (Patag), Paul James Pagalan (Bulua), Phillip John Mamac (Iponan), Marc Paul Adame (Kauswagan), Michael James Cheshire (Macasandig), Val Anthony Araneta (Balulang), Lloyd Sacala (Bugo), Elpidio Murillo, Jr. (Kauswagan), Jethro Noel Danos (Patag...

Jul22013 by Mindanaoan IreneNo Comments

Speaking during Social Media Day 2013

Advocacy, BIMP-EAGA, Blogging, Cagayan de Oro City, Campus, Education, Events, Features, Headline, Internet, Journalism, Media, Mindanaoan Artists, Mindanaoan Update, Musings, Northern Mindanao, Personal, Society, Technology

I was invited to be the keynote speaker during a Social Media Day 2013 event held at SM City Cagayan de Oro last Sunday, June 30, 2013. The said Social Media Day or SMDay event was just one of the hundreds being celebrated all over the world that day. I immediately said yes, since this is part of my ongoing advocacy as IVLP alumnae. Social Media Day is an annual international event that recognizes the digital revolution happening around the world. It is a global celebration (in more than 487 cities) of the technological advancements that have given rise to the connected generation. The CDO Bloggers group invited me to speak about responsible social media as well as social media for social good. I also shared some tips on how to use social media to spread positive vibes, encourage vol...

Jul22013 by Mindanaoan IreneNo Comments

Stylistas Go See 2013 – Stylistas CDO

Cagayan de Oro City, Events, Fashion, Style

Take the cue from some of CDO's most popular local fashion models. Join the Stylistas 2013 model search! A lot of local Cagayan de Oro / Northern Mindanao models and personalities started their careers with Stylistas. So why not join and see if you have what it takes to be the next model to watch? Be at the 2013 Stylistas go-see! Registration starts July 1, 2013. Get your registration forms from the Marketing Department, Second Floor, SM City Cagayan de Oro. The go-see event will be held on July 6, 2013 at the Event Center of SM CDO. 2013 Stylistas CDO go-see mechanics: 1. Male or Female (at least 16 years old at the time of registration) 2. Sport a denim inspired outfit 3. Ladies are requested to wear flat shoes 4. Present Php 500 worth receipt from any SM CDO te...

Jun282013 by Mindanaoan Irene2 Comments

The CompanY to hold a show at Ayala Centrio Mall CDO @AyalaCentrio

Cagayan de Oro City, Entertainment, Events, Music

The quintet known for their impressive vocal harmony will be at Ayala Centrio Mall this weekend! The CompanY, composed of Sweet Plantado (soprano), Annie Quintos (soprano/alto), Cecile Bautista (alto), Jay Marquez (tenor) and Moy Ortiz (tenor2/bass), will be at the Centrio Mall Activity Center on Sunday, June 30, 2013, 6 PM. The event will also serve as the CDO launch of their latest album entitled "LightHearted OPM." Catch The CompanY at Centrio Mall this weekend! See you there :) You can also follow Mindanaoan on Twitter, Facebook, Google Plus, Instagram and YouTube for updates, videos and photos on The CompanY's Centrio CDO show :)

Jun272013 by Mindanaoan Irene1 Comment

Rustan’s Fresh CDO VIP night (official photos inside)

Blogging, Business, Cagayan de Oro City, Consumer, Events, Features, Food, Headline, Mindanao, Mindanaoan Update, Misamis Occidental, Misamis Oriental, Muslim Mindanao, News, Northern Mindanao, Personalities, Photos, Shopping, Society

I previously mentioned here on Mindanaoan that I was involved in a recent 3-day series of events for the Rustan's Fresh CDO opening. Aside from the grand opening, Rustan's Fresh Supermarket Cagayan de Oro City also sponsored a walkathon (in partnership with Xavier EcoVille, wherein all proceeds collected from the registration fees went to the said resettlement project for Typhoon Sendong survivors) and a Rustan's Fresh Cagayan de Oro preview night attended by VIPs, trade partners, concessionaires, traditional media practitioners, bloggers, guests and other local key personalities. Hundreds of people came to get a sneak peek of the 4,186 square meter store and 17th branch in the Philippines. All of those events were huge successes and I would like to wholeheartedly thank each and ...

May302013 by Mindanaoan IreneNo Comments

Julia Barretto at Style Origin 2013 Ayala Centrio CDO

Beauty, Cagayan de Oro City, Consumer, Corporate, Events, Fashion, Features, Mindanaoan Update, Personalities, Shopping, Society, Style

ABS-CBN Star Magic talent Julia Barretto truly wowed the crowd during the Style Origin 2013 fashion and style show held last May 25, 2013 at the Ayala Centrio Mall. Not that it was unexpected. She was, after all, a Barretto beauty. The charming Julia Barretto, who wore clothes from Bench, received very loud cheers from ardent fans and even from members of the audience who immediately got smitten with the fresh-faced Barretto beauty. The Style Origin 2013 fashion show aimed to re-affirm that style begins at Ayala Malls. And based on what I saw that day (I had a great view, thanks to the front row seats given to me and my blogger-friends by Centrio Mall - thank you very much!), they succeeded in achieving that goal. The fashion show, which was hosted by model and TV personality Phoemela B...

May222013 by Mindanaoan IreneNo Comments

Celebrate Style At Centrio Ayala Mall Style Origin 2013

Beauty, Cagayan de Oro City, Events, Fashion, Features, Shopping, Style

Join Ayala Centrio CDO Mall as they celebrate Filipino fashion and style via a fashion show dubbed "Style Origin" this Saturday, May 25, 2013, 5 PM at Centrio Activity Center, Centrio Mall Cagayan de Oro. Style Origin 2013 will feature several international retail brands, new and innovative concepts and well-loved homegrown labels. The "Style Origin 2013" fashion show aims to re-affirm that style begins at Ayala Malls. The fashion show, which will be hosted by model and TV personality Phoemela Barranda and directed by ace director Robby Carmona of SAGA Events (Mindanaoan had the chance to work with this very talented director during the first ever Islamic Fashion Festival in Manila last year), will also feature one of Star Magic's latest talents, the fresh-faced Julia Barretto. Thank...

May222013 by Mindanaoan Irene1 Comment

Sophie Paris Fashion And Beauty Soiree CDO

Announcements, Beauty, Cagayan de Oro City, Events, Fashion, Features, Shopping, Society, Style

Sophie Paris, a direct selling and multi level marketing company that sells quality yet reasonably priced bags, shoes, watches and other fashion products, will hold a fashion and beauty soiree in Cagayan de Oro on May 25, 2013 at Mallberry Suites. Tickets will be sold at an affordable price of Php 150.00 apiece. Every ticket comes with a free goodie bag, access to the beauty workshops and to a fashion show featuring Binibining Pilipinas 2012 2nd runner-up Ali Forbes. Every "Sophie-nista" who also registers on the spot gets free Folle de Amour perfume, the first scent released by Sophie Paris Philippines. Thank you Sophie Paris for the VIP invite! :) See you guys there!

May162013 by Mindanaoan IreneNo Comments

How Rustan’s Fresh CDO may look like

Announcements, Business, Cagayan de Oro City, Consumer, Corporate, Events, Features, Headline, Mindanaoan Update, Misamis Oriental, News, Northern Mindanao

Rustan's Fresh CDO - the very first Rustan's in Mindanao and the BIGGEST Rustan's in the entire Philippines - is finally opening on May 17, 2013 (Friday), 9 AM at Centrio Mall, Cagayan de Oro City, Mindanao, Philippines. I don't know about you but one look at this much space and variety excites me! Check out how the other Rustan's Supermarkets look like: Homemakers will love the sight of this Of course, the boys will love the wide variety of wine, liquors and beer Welcome to a cleaner, fresher, more comfortable version of our friendly neighborhood palengke :) Of course, these aren't actual photos taken inside Rustan's Fresh CDO (since it has yet to open) but you now have an idea of what you will see inside this most-awaited supermarket! :) Rustan's Su...

May42013 by Mindanaoan IreneNo Comments

J.Co to open Ayala Centrio CDO branch May 10

Business, Cagayan de Oro City, Consumer, Corporate, Food

So the reason why there are super long queues in Eastwood, Ortigas (Manila) is finally invading Mindanao. J.Co Donuts and Coffee is set to open their first Mindanao, Philippines branch at the Ground Floor of Ayala Centrio Mall, Cagayan de Oro City on May 10, 2013. J.Co CDO is at the garden area. This means that if you're thinking of a quick perk-me-upper for Mindanaoan, just send me a dozen Al Capones from J.Co CDO! ;) J.Co is actually an Indonesian brand but I heard an American company bought a franchise in order to bring the well-loved brand to the Philippines. Very good move, apparently, since I have never been to a J.Co store in Manila that does not have a queue! I often go to their SM Megamall branch. My friends tell me, though, that the horrifying one-hour-and-a-half lines are usu...

Apr282013 by Mindanaoan Irene5 Comments

Exclusive: Rustan’s Fresh CDO, biggest in Philippines, to open May 17

Announcements, BIMP-EAGA, Business, Cagayan de Oro City, Consumer, Corporate, Events, Features, Food, Headline, Mindanao, Misamis Occidental, Northern Mindanao, Shopping, Society

It's official, folks! Mindanaoan can exclusively CONFIRM that Rustan's Fresh Cagayan de Oro will open on May 17, 2013! Rustan's Fresh CDO is Rustan's Supermarket's very first foray into Mindanao. And get this - Rustan's Fresh CDO is the BIGGEST in the entire Philippines! Roughly 4,100 sqm to boot! The soon-to-open Rustan's Fresh in Mindanao will be located at Ayala Centrio Mall. Just in case you're wondering why Mindanaoan.com can confirm this piece of great news --- it's because I'm part of this project :) Very honored and grateful to two lovely ladies J and V for the trust and confidence! Mindanaoan.com will post more exclusive updates on the opening of the biggest Rustan's store in the country. Watch out also for a store opening-related event! ;) Will share details in the ne...

Apr272013 by Mindanaoan IreneNo Comments

4th Hotcarz Overdrive Cagayan de Oro International Motor Show

Business, Cagayan de Oro City, Consumer, Entertainment, Events, Mindanaoan Update, Misamis Oriental, Northern Mindanao, Society, Sports

Considered the biggest and most prestigious motoring event in Northern Mindanao, the 4th Cagayan de Oro International Motor Show Hotcarz Overdrive is set to take place on May 3 to 5, 2013 at Diversion Road, Igpit, Opol, Misamis Oriental. A non profit fundraiser in partnership with 1111 Motor Corp. to support the projects of ElmerFrancisco.org including Sendongpreneur (livelihood projects for Typhoon Sendong survivors) and Isang Litrong Liwanag Project (in collaboration with MyShelter Foundation and Illac Diaz), Hotcarz Overdrive 2013 will also feature the first ever professionally organized quarter mile bracket drag racing in Northern Mindanao. A car/bike show, exhibits by manufacturers such as Peugeot, Kia and BMW plus European Mobile Media Association (EMMA) audio competition will ...

Mar222013 by Mindanaoan IreneNo Comments

Earth Hour 2013 – How You Can Participate

Advocacy, Announcements, Cagayan de Oro City, Events

In order to raise awareness about climate change and the various measures that we all should take in order to address such problem, the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) has been organizing yearly Earth Hour events around the world. This year, Earth Hour 2013 will be a little more participatory and based on citizen initiative as WWF wants to encourage communities to start their own campaigns against climate change. Earth Hour 2013 is no longer just about asking people around the world to turn off non-essential lights for an hour. It's now about urging people to come up with more long-term solutions in order to combat climate change and further protect Mother Earth. Earth Hour 2013 will be held around the world on March 23, 2013, 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM local time. So where will YOU be at that...

Mar212013 by Mindanaoan Irene3 Comments

PARFOIS opens Centrio Mall Cagayan de Oro branch

Beauty, Business, Cagayan de Oro City, Consumer, Corporate, Events, Fashion, Features, Gifts, Journalism, Mindanaoan Update, Shopping, Society, Style

PARFOIS, Europe's leading fashion accessories brand, finally opened its Ayala Centrio Mall CDO branch and Mindanaoan was not only there to attend the opening...I was also asked to bring blogger-friends and friends from the CDO media community :) Thankfully, many came and I'm really very thankful! Salamat, salamat! PARFOIS (pronounced as "Par-fwa" which means "sometimes"), founded in 1994 by Manuela de Medeiros, originated in Portugal. They sell jewelry, handbags, hair accessories, belts, scarves, sunglasses, watches, wallets, hats and purses. PARFOIS Centrio CDO is now among 330 Parfois boutiques worldwide. Thank you so much PARFOIS for the invitation and for the trust and confidence :) All of the bloggers and the members of the trad media community who came truly enjoyed the opening...

Sep112012 by Mindanaoan IreneNo Comments

Join the Pink Run CDO and help defeat breast cancer

Cagayan de Oro City, Events, Mindanaoan Update, Society, Sports

Or shall we say "help d'FEET breast cancer"? :) Here's good news for runners in CDO and neighboring areas. This is also great news for those who want to help support a great advocacy. Join the Pink Run CDO event and help defeat breast cancer! The Pink Run Cagayan de Oro event will be held on October 7, 2012 at Limketkai Center, Cagayan de Oro City. This CDO event will have 4 running categories: 1K, 3K, 5K and 10K. Registration starts on September 15, 2012 at the Spruce and Puma stores in Limketkai Mall. The Pink Run CDO event is proudly organized by Thrive, a CDO Breast Cancer Awareness Advocacy Group. Please feel free to share this news with all your friends :) Thank you and see you there!

Aug182012 by Mindanaoan Irene2 Comments

Make Your Own Havaianas 2012 CDO – #MYOHCDO2012

Beauty, Cagayan de Oro City, Corporate, Events, Fashion, Features, Gifts, Mindanaoan Update, Personalities, Reviews, Shopping, Society, Style

As I'm writing this, it's the 2nd day of Make Your Own Havaianas CDO 2012. So that means you have today and tomorrow to join MYOH CDO 2012! :) The Make Your Own Havaianas 2012 Cagayan de Oro leg covers Northern Mindanao and it kicked off yesterday, August 17, 2012. MYOH CDO 2012 will run until August 19, 2012 at the Limketkai Rotunda, Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines. A Make Your Own Havaianas event is where you can customize your own pair of Havaianas flip flops. It's that time of the year when Havaianaticos are given the chance to choose their desired sole, strap and pins. In other words, it's a chance for Havaianas lovers to design their very own - truly unique - pair. Moreover, it's only during MYOH events when specially designed soles and unique pins can be bought :) This year i...