Ponticelli, Cavite's Little Italy

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Dedicated to uplift the quality of living in the Philippines through its mid-market and high-end brands, Vista Land delivers themed communities with the world-class Filipino in mind.

A proud development of Crown Asia, Ponticelli is characterized by the impression of the beautiful, sloping terrain meeting the serene skies. Homes exude the radiance of a relaxed lifestyle and the appeal of a holiday destination where spending time away from the bustling city life does not mean you have to travel so far. Offering a dramatic flair to the rich history of Italian-style homes, Ponticelli creates the perfect place for family and friends to gather.

Bring to life visions of grand balls and intimate soirees with the elegant homes here at Ponticelli. Evocative of the original Italian countryside towns, this 18-hectare enclave gets its name from the Italian words ponti meaning bridge, and celli meaning skies.

Follow your heart to a new home.

The entrance gate will greet its residents and visitors alike with superb Italian architecture. Round the clock security will be positioned to preserve the safety of its exclusive paradise and as you step inside, you’ll notice right away the green scenery surrounding Ponticelli.

A community with a lifestyle like no other.

Just after the community’s main entrance is the clubhouse where homebuyers can hold get- togethers and other private functions. Well- integrated amenities such as playing courts, swimming pool, children’s playground, parks and pocket gardens are conveniently placed and put the last touches on lifestyle of comfort homebuyers have always wanted.

Home sweet home.

Available for varying needs and tastes, the home design selections of Ponticelli are inspired from classic Italian architecture.

HOUSE MODELS

Bellini Compact (84 sqm) Bellini (91 sqm) Pearl (93 sqm) Martini (109 sqm) Sapphire (110 sqm) Torelli (119 sqm)

Emerald Compact (122 sqm) Francesco Compact (122 sqm) Francesco (142 sqm) Emerald (143 sqm)

Stefano (143 sqm) Domenico (146 sqm) Murano (155 sqm) Beryl (177 sqm) Lladro (211 sqm) Franco (242 sqm)

Since its birth, Ponticelli has attracted the most distinguished set of buyers: Overseas Filipino Workers, entrepreneurs, and high-ranking employees. Because of the community’s quality homes, Ponticelli became the benchmark of noticeable elegance and grandeur of subdivision developments in the area.

Ponticelli homes exemplified commanding aesthetic value which made Phase 1 a phenomenal success. And by 2009, it was imminent to follow the success of Phase 1 with another promising development, Ponticelli Hills.Phase 1 and 2 were cultivated passionately. It is where necessity, beauty, and joyful memories breathe side by side. With all of these desirable selling points, it is only apt for Ponticelli to expand once more.

Everything is within reach.

The strategic location of Ponticelli is a mere 5 minute drive from the commercial and major business district of Alabang; while the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) as well as other major routes and highways are just a few minutes away.

Ponticelli is also a few minutes away from various entertainment places, like the Alabang Town Center, Festival Mall, Molito Alabang and SM Molino. Ponticelli is also close to schools, membership clubs, golf courses, business hubs, as well as health care and medical facilities. There is also a shuttle service within the community that can take you to Ortigas and Makati.

The company spend around P50 billion in the next four years for the development of Vista City, Vista Land's most ambitious development yet which houses Lifestyle Retail, Prime Office Space, University Town, Themed Residential developments and other leisure components. The project covers a total of 1,500 hectares strategically located where Muntinlupa, Las Piñas, Laguna and Cavite meet.

Vista City is expected to play a major role in the development of the mega-metropolis for strengthening its own growth and increasing revenue opportunities.

Now on its third phase, this community continues to provide not only a home but a lifestyle like no other.

For more information and inquiries : Email me at enjoyingwonderfulworld@gmail.com

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“Kung Paano Ako Naging Leading Lady” all set for a move-over engagement run on July 3

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Due to insistent public clamor, Manila’s newest theater group Dalanghita Productions, proudly brings back the highly-acclaimed “KUNG PAANO AKO NAGING LEADING LADY THE MUSICAL” in a move-over engagement beginning July 3 at Onstage, Greenbelt 1, Makati City.

“Kung Paano Ako Naging Leading Lady” revolves story of two sisters named MELY and VIVA who both yearn to fulfill their dreams. Their sibling relationship and rivalry becomes more complicated due to an unsettled past and a budding romance, all in the context of an ongoing war between the superhero and supervillain teams. Being a maid is tough enough, but when Mely lands a job under a group of superheroes, she steps up to the unique challenge for the sake of her family. The musical takes us through the journey of the characters as each tries to find his/her place in the world where superheroes and supervillains exist. 

Based from Carlo Vergara’s one-act play and graphic novel of the same title, “ KUNG PAANO AKO NAGING LEADING LADY ” will once again prove how can an original Filipino musical combine comedy, drama, romance, action, deception, confessions, superheroes, supervillains, family and a maid in one fantastic show. 

The cast of “KUNG PAANO AKO NAGING LEADING LADY” boasts of the most talented and highly-respected artists coming from the theater, television and film industry. Topbilled to play the various roles are Bituin Escalante and Frenchie Dy (Mely – maid of Puwersa Pilipinas), Kim Molina and Natasha Cabrera (Viva – Mely’s younger sister), Markki Stroem and Hans Eckstein (Leading Man – newest member of Puwersa Pilipinas), Shiela Valderrama-Martinez and Astarte Abraham (Madre De Dios – leader of Puwersa Pilipinas).

Lending support are the multi-faceted actors from Manila’s different theater companies namely include May Bayot (Nanay – Mely and Viva’s mother), Giannina Ocampo (Nena Babushka), Caisa Borromeo (Windang Woman), Chesko Rodriguez (Popoy Pusakal), Jef Flores (Bazooka Man), Nar Cabico and Domi Espejo (Senyor Blangko – leader of Kayumanggilas), Red Nuestro (Maracas Marko), Red Concepcion and Joshua Cabiladas (Itak-Atak), Elliot Eustacio (Jeryc Sans Rival), Mikoy Morales and Rhenwyn Gabalonzo (Henyotic).

The ensemble is composed of Kakki Teodoro, Raflesia Bravo, Jem Baldisimo, Juancho Escoto, Miguel Ocampo, Francis Benjamin Jorvina, Alejandro Santos and Brian Sy. 

The artistic and creative teams of “Kung Paano Ako Naging Leading Lady” are as follows: Carlo Vergara (Creator and Writer), Vincent de Jesus (Music and Lyrics), Chris Martinez (Director), Ejay Yatco (Musical Director) Mara Marasigan (Assistant Director), Tuxqs Rutaquio (Production Designer), John Batalla (Lighting Designer and Technical Director), Jethro Joaquin (Sound Designer), Nancy Crowe (Choreographer). 

The production team is composed of Ansis Aldrich Tan Sy, Pertee Briñas and Claudia Fernandez (Producers), John Aries Alcayaga (Stage Manager), Ayam Eckstein and Ria Pangilinan (Production Managers), Julius Martin Lunar and Kim Mendoza (Assistant Stage Managers), Toots Tolentino (Publicist), Prodbook PH (Social Media Manager), Chester Ng (Photography).

“Kung Paano Ako Naging Leading Lady” is set to open on July 3 and will run for three weekends until July 23, 2014. The show starts promptly at 8 p.m. (Friday-Satiurday). Matinee shows (Saturday-Sunday) start at 3 p.m. 

All performances are at ONSTAGE, Greenbelt 1, Makati City.

For bulk reservations, show buys, and inquiries, call or text at mobile number 0998-5311389 or send email to dalanghitaproductions@gmail.com. For tickets, please call Ticketworld at 891-9999 or via http://www.ticketworld.com.ph

Connect to Dalanghita Productions online through the following social media networks:

Facebook: www.facebook.com/DalanghitaProductions

www.facebook.com/LeadingLadyTheMusical

Twitter: @dalanghitaprod

Instagram: @dalanghitaprod

Boy Abunda's Advocacy : MYNP honors Nanays nationwide

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TWO years since Make Your Nanay Proud (MYNP) Foundation, Inc. started, MYNP continues to deliver its message to all to make our nanays proud.

Last May 5, 2015, recipients of Gawad Ulirang Ina ng Muntinlupa visit the office of the founding chair, Mr. Boy Abunda of Make Your Nanay Proud (MYNP) Foundation. Also in the photo are officers of MYNP. From left is Ms Bemz Benedito, Managing Director; Ms. Aileen Robles, Treasurer and Ms. Nini Borja, Vice President and Mr. Boy Abunda, founder and chairman.

This year, MYNP embarks on various activities including: Rehabilitation Program for Typhoon Ruby Survivors in Eastern Samar, Tulong Kay Nanay, Research Project, MYNP-Radyo Balintataw text Tula, MYNP Hong kong Project for Overseas Filipino Working Mothers with Generika, Outreach Project, Soup Kitchen Project in different areas in Metro Manila, visits to the liberty-deprived women and mothers of the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) and “Meeting of Nanays” where dozens of nanays from different communities shared their experiences with Ms. Nini Borja, MYNP Vice President; Ms. Bemz Benedito, MYNP Managing Director with the support of MS Sicat Construction and Nikon Tough Mama.

MYNP Founding chair, Mr. Boy Abunda shares his love and advocacy on mothers during the Meeting of Nanays last May 22, 2015 at Mesa Moderne Restaurant in Timog, Quezon City

On the other hand, the MYNP book is still at the top as one of the bestselling publications. The book is a compilation of poems, reflections, anecdotes, musings, stories, photos and artworks of close to 100 people who were asked, How Do You Make Your Nanay Proud? Another project is SineNanay, a student film festival using cellular phone cameras.

MYNP Founding chair, Mr. Boy Abunda were surrounded by nanays from different sectors during a gift giving in Brgy Roxas, Quezon City.

Recently, MYNP has formally announced its search for the Best Nanay Awards 2015, which is on its 2ndyear.

The 10 winners will each receive Php 10,000 cash, a handcrafted mother-and-child trophy carved by Ifugao sculptors, along with gift certificates.

The nomination of the Best Nanay is now on going until August 31, 2015. The Nomination Forms can be downloaded at www.makeyournanayproud.com or you may contact the awards committee atmynpawards@gmail.com or 0917-611-1556.

DepEd teachers, personnel to receive one-month PEI

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The Department of Budget and Management (DBM) has released PhP14 Billion for the Productivity Enhancement Incentive (PEI) to the Department of Education (DepEd). Eligible DepEd employees shall receive a one-time PEI equivalent to one month basic salary, pursuant to Executive Order 181, s. 2015.

DepEd has complied with all the conditions stipulated under Section 4 of EO 181, s. 2015. DBM has recently issued the Special Allotment Release Order (SARO) to cover the release of funds for the grant of the PEI for fiscal year 2015. The said funds are being downloaded to DepEd regional offices. DepEd Secretary Armin Luistro FSC has directed its field offices to prepare the payroll of the qualified employees.

As stated in EO 181, s. 2015, qualified employees refer to those who “have (1) rendered at least a total or an aggregate of four (4) months of service as of May 31, 2015, including leaves of absence with pay, and who are still in the service as of May 31, 2015; and (2) obtained at least a satisfactory performance rating.” Employees who have rendered less than four months of satisfactory service as of May 31, 2015 may still be paid the full amount of the PEI upon completion of the four months and satisfactory service rating requirements before the end of FY 2015.

What's In My Pocket? (ASUS Zenpower Powerbank)

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What’s In My Pocket?

ASUS launches the world’s first credit card-sized powerbank in Lazada.com.ph on June 26, 12 Noon!

With so many powerbanks that you can find in the stores left and right, finding the perfect one is just as important as finding the right outfit, especially if you don’t want to be carrying a bulky powerbank on a night out with friends – or probably with your date.

ASUS just announced its newest offering to all those who are always out and about but still require an unfailing amount of battery power on their mobile devices – the ASUS ZenPower which will be exclusively sold in Lazada.com.ph (via www. lazada.com.ph/asus-zenpower/) starting June 25 at 12 Noon

With the ASUS ZenPower, you can expect stylish, lightweight, and compact design of a 10,050 mAh powerbank but with the same size as your credit card – fitting perfectly and seamlessly into your pocket.

Coming in Blue, Pink, Silver, and Gold, and weighing at 215 grams, ASUS ZenPower is the best solution for all urban lifestylistas who are always on the go and let style speak for themselves.

With the partnership of ASUS and Lazada Philippines, the superior quality and design of the ZenPower can now be experienced effortlessly through Lazada’s innovative shopping solutions. Shop anywhere, and anytime with the Lazada Mobile App, available for FREE in both Google Play Store and iOS Appstore- so whether you are stuck in the traffic or in between meetings, you can still shop with the Lazada Mobile App. With Lazada’s nationwide Cash-on-Delivery network, you can pay in cash once the items are delivered to your doorstep.

So the next time you dig into your pockets, reach out for the ASUS Zenpower!

Avaiilable this June 25 (Thursday) at 12 Noon in the Philippines’ One-Stop Shopping Destination – Lazada.com.ph!