Volume 20 • No. 15 • August 1 - 15 , 2024 Publication Mailing Account #41721512
Barbie Forteza
8 Come and visit the beautiful Pearl of the Orient Philippine Pavilion and enjoy Filipino hospitality at its best. Watch traditional folk dances by the brilliant Magdaragat Philippines performers and savour tasty Filipino cuisine. Folklorama Week 1: August 4 to 10 at the R. B. Russell Vocational School, 364 Dufferin Ave. Meet the Pearl of the Orient Philippine Pavilion Ambassadors, from left to right: Anne OserinPinnock, Youth Ambassador; Josiah Dalayoan, Youth Ambassador; Yasmin Reyes, Adult Ambassador; and Maribel Abrenica, Adult Ambassador. Photo by Joel Orobia.
Gilas Legends delight Winnipeg basketball fans A team of former Gilas members recently made a stop in Winnipeg for their Gilas Legends Canada Tour to spread the love of the sport. Gary David, Jeff Chan, Marc Pingris, Beau Belga, Arwind Santos, Ranidel De Ocampo, and Marcus Douthit delighted basketball fans as they brought their A-game for a friendly match with local ballers. The sports ambassadors of goodwill also held basketball clinics for kids, mingled with and took photos with fans, and visited local sights and businesses while they were in the city. The Philippines men’s basketball team, commonly known as Gilas Pilipinas, represents the Philippines in international competitions. “Gilas” is a Filipino word that loosely translates to English as “prowess” or “might.” By Lucille Nolasco-Garrido.
Photo courtesy of Jay Del Rosario of JDR Photography
Marc Pingris (#15) of Gilas Pilipinas with local basketball player. See more photos, p10