Hardie™ Man Challenge: The Ultimate Building Contest

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Tthe first ever Hardie™Man Challenge: The Ultimate Building Contest was held at The Rockwell Tent on August 22, 2013 from 10 am to 4 pm.

The country’s best builders battled it off in a unique challenge that tested their skills, workmanship, and expertise.

Each builder fielded a team composed of three members. The challenge? Under time pressure, to install HardieFlex® walls, HardieFlex® ceilings, and the new HardieFlex® flooring which is designed specifically for the Philippine market.

After the challenges, these are the winners of the Hardie™ Man Challenge: The Ultimate Building Contest:

1^st place - Shuttershield

2^nd place - Cabico

3^rd place - Gentry

Special Awards:

Best in Workmanship - Shuttershield

Best in Teamwork - Dreva

Best in Safety - Jonzlib’z

Best in James Hardie Knowledge - Shuttershield

The event, according to Mark Sergio, Sales and Marketing Director of James Hardie, was a perfect opportunity to experience ease of installation of HardieFlex advanced building composite, which is known for its durability, high quality, versatility and dimension precision.

“Through the Hardie™Man Challenge, th builders demonstrated how easy it is to install HardieFlex even for do-it-yourself homebuilders and how beautifully it conforms to any design preference they please. HardieFlex is the next generation in building products that does not compromise peace of mind,” said Mark.

With Typhoon Maring just leaving the country and with an average of about 20 storms entering the Philippine area of responsibility, Filipino homeowners should be careful to use only authentic HardieFlex advanced building composite. HardieFlex by James Hardie is resistant to damage caused by moisture, fire and termites and does not contain cancer-causing asbestos.

When installed and maintained correctly, HardieFlex advanced building composite is designed to withstand varying weather conditions, from scorching dry heat to thick humidity; strong winds to typhoons, flooding, and constant moisture.

Being locally based, James Hardie can cater to homeowner’s needs faster. James Hardie has local consultants that are available anytime, anywhere in the country to provide product information and technical support.

“James Hardie has been in the Philippines for 16 years as such we know the needs of Filipino homeowners -- especially the need to build the best home that their loved ones deserve; a place where they can feel safe and secure, so they can enjoy precious family moments that last a lifetime. Now that’s what we call ‘living without compromise’,” explained Mark.

HardieFlex advanced building composite is the ideal building material for your home.

To find out more, go to the website www.jameshardie.com.ph and like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/jameshardieph or call 1-800-888-5427 (outside Metro Manila) or 895-5427 (within Metro Manila).

Asia’s Romantic Balladeer Christian Bautista renews with Universal Records

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Asia’s Romantic Balladeer Christian Bautista has renewed his contract with Universal Records last August 14 at Romulo’s Café, Quezon City.

Present during the signing are (L-R) UR Operations Manager Peter Chan, STAGES President Audie Gemora, UR General Manager Kathleen Dy-Go, Christian, UR Executive Vice President Ramon Chuaying, STAGES Head of Talent Management Carlo Orosa and UR Music Production Head Ito Rapadas.

Christian is soon to start work on his next album, set for release next year. The multi-awarded singer has done his bestselling albums with Universal Records – Romance Revisited (4x Platinum), A Wonderful Christmas (Diamond), First Class (Platinum).

Christian is currently seen on GMA’s musical variety show Sunday All Stars, series With A Smile and will soon play Prince Charming in Resorts World’s Cinderella, opposite Karylle.

The Baby Expo 2013 “Welcoming Life, Love and Care”

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The Baby Expo 2013 to Nurture Family Development and Child Care on December 6 - 8, 2013.

Explore Philippines biggest Family event of the year! Baby Expo 2013 is dedicated to nurture Family Development and Child Care for the entire family. It will be a delightful experience for the whole family! 

The Baby Expo 2013 “Welcoming Life, Love and Care” celebrates the gift of life and family by fostering an intimate environment encouraging bonding and unity through community discussions, shopping opportunities and fun activities.

Explore the wonderful stages of family growth from maternity, newborns, toddlers and early childhood this December 6 - 8, 2013 (Friday until Sunday, from 10am-8pm) at the SMX Convention Centre Manila, Hall 1 with over 200 exhibitors.

Explore the wide variety of booths and activities provided, to cater to all your baby’s as well as family needs and wants. Know more about health and wellness for babies, moms and expecting moms with proper dieting tips, allergy treatments and breastfeeding 101. Get fit and exercise with the Yoga and Zumba classes by Plana Forma Philippines’ trainers. 

Moreover, the expo will hold discussions on responsible parenting, family planning and even a yaya academy. Educational segments provided by the Autism Society of the Philippines will also be introduced, with helpful tips for the parents and familes of special children.

Hear first- hand experiences and tips from celebrity moms Dawn Zulueta and Charlene Gonzales, as well as Carmina Villaroel as they talk about pregnancy, parenting and family affairs. Zoren Legaspi adorable twins, Casssandra and Maverick will also grace the occasion.

Spend quality time with the family through fun activities lined up for this three - day expo. Come everyday and catch all the happenings.

A first in the country, watch expecting moms with their kids and dads catwalk on stage for the fashion show, to be held on the second day of the expo with apparel from OshKosh B’gosh and Periwinkle.

If fashion isn’t your thing, then be competitive and join the yummy cupcake decorating showdown by the Vanilla Cupcake Bakery, also happening on the second day.

Without being left out, dads could also show-off their diaper changing skills on the third day with Pampers followed by the BABY EXPO 2013 Little Stars showdown

Munch and shop with the whole family with food kiosks and snack bars as well as toy stores, maternity and baby shops found all over the expo venue.

This three-day activities are:

- A Guide: Be well prepared in the important stages of your child as talks on modern-day health, safety and parenting topics for the different stages of childcare – starting from pregnancy, to infancy, and up to early childhood will be hosted by some of the country’s most respected and recognized authorities and organizations.

- A Bazaar: This will be the destination for all your baby essentials. There will be special offers for vast selections of clothes, accessories, toys, feeding and sterilizing instruments and all maternity needs as well as post maternity needs... and wants!

- An Experience: Bond with your child as the intimate venue offers play stations, fashion shows and various activities they will surely love!

This pre-holiday event is the ultimate family affair filled with exciting amusement, delectable food, irresistible selections, enriching forums & educational seminars. The Baby Expo 2013 will be a delightful experience for the whole family!

Come and celebrate life, love and care with this special event for the family. For more information, email us at info@babyexpo.ph for sponsorship and booking contact: (02) 843-2174 / (02) 550- 2724 and ask for Nadine or Justine. 

This pre-holiday event whose mission is to empower responsible parenting, family and community development and nurturing child care, is the ultimate family affair filled with exciting amusement, fun activities, delectable food, irresistible selections, enriching forums & educational 

seminars.

Check out the Facebook page : https://www.facebook.com/babyexpoph

Know more about the premier family event in the Philippines at http://babyexpo.ph/about.php

UP JMA AD HOC : Seek Avidity on August 24 at the World Trade Center

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The University of the Philippines Junior Marketing Association (UP JMA) and Smart, El Hombre Tequila, Unilever, AXE Apollo, Closeup, along with FOX and Star World, and our official VIP partner Bacardi together with Toska Vodka, L Acoustics, SM Youth, Guestlist.PH, El Hombre XO, PMX, Onesimus, 4th Wall, Folded & Hung Famous Salon, Creative Control Group and the Face shop bring you ADHOC: Seek Avidity at the World Trade Center on August 24.

You are not alone in this pursuit

Be part of the movement.

Lose yourself in the moment.

Experience ultimate avidity.

Every semester, college students and young professionals from all over the Metro gather to experience a night like no other. Together, they have broken records, united in their pursuit of pure bliss and uninhibited euphoria. Join the movement and experience the ultimate avidity from the one and only ADHOC by UP JMA.

Get ready to lose yourself to the beats of DJ Jon Ee , DJ Jason Dewey, DJ ChrisMyk ,and DJ Ace Ramos in this event hosted by the two time Hypeman of the Year, MC Paolo Avila. Get fueled by free-flowing drinks to be served all night long. Revel at the stunning laser lights show and a phenomenal midnight reveal.

ADHOC is the UP JMA’s biggest fundraiser and is done for the benefit of the Kids Integrated Development through Schooling (KIDS) Program, which subsidizes the education and allowance of 40 public school students, and the UP JMA Scholarship Fund meant for Business Administration students in UP Diliman .

Tickets are available at the fourth floor of the Virata School of Business in UP Diliman, selected partner organizations from other universities, and TicketWorld (891-9999). 

For more details, go to upjmaadhoc.com or facebook.com/upjmaadhoc.

Tickets will be available at the 4th floor Virata School of Business Diliman, our partner organizations, and all Ticketworld outlets. 

RSVP now:  https://www.facebook.com/events/209292875899760/

Check out their website http://upjmaadhoc.com/

Like them on Facebook http://facebook.com/upjmaadhoc

Follow them on Twitter http://twitter.com/upjmaadhoc

Watch their videos in HD http://vimeo.com/upjmaadhoc

All proceeds will go to Kids Integrated Development Through Schooling (KIDS) Program and the UP JMA Scholarship Fund.

Be sure to watch in HD: https://vimeo.com/72336710

Google Doodle: Claude Debussy’s 151st birthday

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Today, August 22nd, 2013 is a very special day,  So the Google Doodle is celebrating today with the musical world of the birth of one of the giants of the music in the world.

 It’s Claude Debussy’s 151st birthday! This animated doodle to commemorate Debussy as one of the most influential composers of all time.
Claude Debussy (22 August 1862 - 25 March 1918) was a French composer. The "Suite bergamasque" is one of the most famous piano suites by Claude Debussy containing one of Debussy's most popular pieces, "Clair de Lune".

Watch the quiet city at night, the stars, the moon, old cars and boats accompanied by the nice melody of "Clair de Lune" 

More about Claude Debussy
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Claude_D...