Senator Loren Legarda continues to highlight the talent and artistry of women weavers with “Abel Ilokana: Celebrating Women Weavers From Ilocos Sur, La Union, Ilocos Norte And Abra.”
Launched in partnership with the National Museum, the month-long exhibition is on at the Hibla ng Lahing Filipino Gallery, 4th Floor, Museum of the Filipino People in Manila. It will run until March 30.
Speaking during the launch, Senator Legarda said, “Today, we celebrate the strength of women and the enduring weaving culture in our country as we have aptly placed the spotlight on our women weavers from the North in time for the National Women’s Month and the International Women’s Day, which is celebrated every 8th of March.”
“Among the tropical fabrics in the Philippines, the Abel of the Ilokanos is one of the famous pieces. Tradition has made it part of an Ilokano’s life – at childbirth, in marriage, and even in death. It is also as mundane as a blanket or a tablecloth or a purse. But behind every Abel is a great synergy of a weaver’s mind, heart and soul. Behind every cloth spun from threads of various origin and colors is a story of a weaver’s relationship with her loom. It is her craft, her passion, her life,” Senator Legarda stressed.
Senator Legarda noted that while she knows of many communities that continue to practice weaving, it is quite a challenge to keep the tradition alive especially in a fast-changing world.
The Senator has been engaged in efforts to enliven weaving. Among her initiatives include the Hibla ng Lahing Filipino Gallery itself; the Hibla Pavilion of Textiles and Weaves of the Philippines, which displays the different weaving products made by various indigenous communities; and the Lecture Series on Philippine Traditional Textiles and Indigenous Knowledge, which enriches citizens’ knowledge on tropical fabrics and the culture of weaving.
Senator Legarda is the author of Republic Act 9242, the Philippine Tropical Fabrics Law of 2004, which aims to promote and strengthen the local fabric industry as it mandates the use of indigenous fibers for the official uniforms of government officials and employees.
“The task before us is to help our people value and continue our heritage. We must open doors of opportunities for weaving communities. We must promote greater support for cultural enterprises and creative industries of our indigenous peoples. As we do this, we also empower our weavers, many of whom are indigenous women,” she said.
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Hollywood Stars Talk About Their Idol, Manny Pacquiao
We all know that Manny Pacquiao has a lot of fans worldwide and they include prominent personalities and even world leaders.
Manny is also adored by Hollywood action stars like Liam Neeson and Mark Wahlberg. Both acknowledge that when it comes to “real action,” they look up to the Pinoy boxing pride.
Neeson who narrates the documentary “Manny” reveals that he has been a fan of Pacquiao “for many, many years.”
“What a boxer. He is one of the greats,” the Irish actor said during a recent appearance ABC’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”
Kimmel and Neeson chatted about co-starring together in “Manny,” which premiered at the South by Southwest Film Festival in Austin, Texas last March 8.
“After I narrated (our) film, the producer sent me an email with a little film footage of Manny saying to the camera, ‘Hello, Liam, I look forward to meeting you,’ and I’m showing it to everybody!” Neeson shared with the TV host. “I haven’t met him… but he is a fantastic boxer.”
Kimmel was interviewed for the documentary concerning Pacquiao’s several appearances on his show.
Wahlberg, for his part, credited Pacquiao as his model when he portrayed Mickey “Irish” Ward in “The Fighter.”
“Every time he was training at Wild Card Gym, I watched him because my whole approach was I wanted to look like a Manny Pacquiao-caliber fighter. I didn’t want to look like another actor who’s doing an okay job,” he was quoted in one of his interviews.
Other personalities appearing in the documentary include Jeremy Piven, Oscar de la Hoya, Evander Holyfield, Dan Hill, several respected sportswriters and boxing analysts, as well as friends and family of Pacquiao.
Directed by Ryan Moore and Leon Gast, “Manny” takes a look at the inspiring life of Pacquiao who rose from poverty to become a eight-time world boxing champion and international icon.
Gast won an Oscar for Best Documentary Feature in 1996 for “When We Were Kings,” a film about the classic match between Muhammad Ali and George Foreman in Kinshasa, Congo in 1974.
“Manny” features original music by Lorne Balfe and songs by Yardnoise with Chad Hugo.
Distributed by Solar Entertainment Corporation, “Manny,” opens on March 12 in Philippine theaters.
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Tidbits: Happy birthday greetings, March 11, go to former Comelec Chairman Ramon H. Felipe, Jose Mari Chan, Hero Bautista, Lucy Chuaying, Vera Isberto, Dr. Teresita Cozar, Camille G. Nolasco, Anthony Segovia, Michael Segovia, Atty. Nards Virtucio, Dr. Remy Suntay, Toyang Capistrano, Tini Rosales, Chico Querol Moreno, Belsha Valdecanas-Dizon, Jojo De Mesa Daigdigan, Manolito Esguerra, Bryan Kato of Japan, Danny dela Cuesta, Jiggy Reyes, Darrel Morales, Karen Kaye, Khenjie Almacen, Juancho dela Cruz, Mr. and Mrs. Rogelio Nolasco, Bianca Gonzalez, Jessie Lucas, Janna Dominguez and Avi Siwa…March 12 celebrants are Betsy R. Quisumbing, Mely Paras, Hawaii-based Josie Palma Seson, Antoinette Abella-Dionela, Rebecca Perez-Buccat and Fred Payawan of Star Magic… Happy wedding anniversary to Col. and Mrs. Juanito Lagasca and Ray-An and Meiling Fuentes… March 13 celebrants are former Makati Councilor Bong Daza, Kathy Limjoco, PR practitioner and talent manager Keren Pascual, Erlinda de Castro, Sherwin T. Macandog, Jerome Ruiz Berja, Deng Latayan Lado-ing, Tynes Tolentino of Puregold Imus, Cavite, Connie O. Genilo of Tarlac, Tarlac, Irish Sta. Maria and Atty. Amelia C. Tansinsin… Belated birthday greetings to Kagawad Mario Cequena and Stephanie Frances A. Yap (March 9) and Culita M. Pangan (March 6)…Condolence to the family of Rosario Tuason-Hosaka, who passed away last March 10. Her remains lie in state at Loyola Memorial Chapels, Commonwealth Avenue, Quezon City. Her interment will be at La Loma Catholic Cemetery on Thursday, March 13, 2004 after the 9:00 a.m. Mass…
Launched in partnership with the National Museum, the month-long exhibition is on at the Hibla ng Lahing Filipino Gallery, 4th Floor, Museum of the Filipino People in Manila. It will run until March 30.
Speaking during the launch, Senator Legarda said, “Today, we celebrate the strength of women and the enduring weaving culture in our country as we have aptly placed the spotlight on our women weavers from the North in time for the National Women’s Month and the International Women’s Day, which is celebrated every 8th of March.”
“Among the tropical fabrics in the Philippines, the Abel of the Ilokanos is one of the famous pieces. Tradition has made it part of an Ilokano’s life – at childbirth, in marriage, and even in death. It is also as mundane as a blanket or a tablecloth or a purse. But behind every Abel is a great synergy of a weaver’s mind, heart and soul. Behind every cloth spun from threads of various origin and colors is a story of a weaver’s relationship with her loom. It is her craft, her passion, her life,” Senator Legarda stressed.
Senator Legarda noted that while she knows of many communities that continue to practice weaving, it is quite a challenge to keep the tradition alive especially in a fast-changing world.
The Senator has been engaged in efforts to enliven weaving. Among her initiatives include the Hibla ng Lahing Filipino Gallery itself; the Hibla Pavilion of Textiles and Weaves of the Philippines, which displays the different weaving products made by various indigenous communities; and the Lecture Series on Philippine Traditional Textiles and Indigenous Knowledge, which enriches citizens’ knowledge on tropical fabrics and the culture of weaving.
Senator Legarda is the author of Republic Act 9242, the Philippine Tropical Fabrics Law of 2004, which aims to promote and strengthen the local fabric industry as it mandates the use of indigenous fibers for the official uniforms of government officials and employees.
“The task before us is to help our people value and continue our heritage. We must open doors of opportunities for weaving communities. We must promote greater support for cultural enterprises and creative industries of our indigenous peoples. As we do this, we also empower our weavers, many of whom are indigenous women,” she said.
• • •
Hollywood Stars Talk About Their Idol, Manny Pacquiao
We all know that Manny Pacquiao has a lot of fans worldwide and they include prominent personalities and even world leaders.
Manny is also adored by Hollywood action stars like Liam Neeson and Mark Wahlberg. Both acknowledge that when it comes to “real action,” they look up to the Pinoy boxing pride.
Neeson who narrates the documentary “Manny” reveals that he has been a fan of Pacquiao “for many, many years.”
“What a boxer. He is one of the greats,” the Irish actor said during a recent appearance ABC’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”
Kimmel and Neeson chatted about co-starring together in “Manny,” which premiered at the South by Southwest Film Festival in Austin, Texas last March 8.
“After I narrated (our) film, the producer sent me an email with a little film footage of Manny saying to the camera, ‘Hello, Liam, I look forward to meeting you,’ and I’m showing it to everybody!” Neeson shared with the TV host. “I haven’t met him… but he is a fantastic boxer.”
Kimmel was interviewed for the documentary concerning Pacquiao’s several appearances on his show.
Wahlberg, for his part, credited Pacquiao as his model when he portrayed Mickey “Irish” Ward in “The Fighter.”
“Every time he was training at Wild Card Gym, I watched him because my whole approach was I wanted to look like a Manny Pacquiao-caliber fighter. I didn’t want to look like another actor who’s doing an okay job,” he was quoted in one of his interviews.
Other personalities appearing in the documentary include Jeremy Piven, Oscar de la Hoya, Evander Holyfield, Dan Hill, several respected sportswriters and boxing analysts, as well as friends and family of Pacquiao.
Directed by Ryan Moore and Leon Gast, “Manny” takes a look at the inspiring life of Pacquiao who rose from poverty to become a eight-time world boxing champion and international icon.
Gast won an Oscar for Best Documentary Feature in 1996 for “When We Were Kings,” a film about the classic match between Muhammad Ali and George Foreman in Kinshasa, Congo in 1974.
“Manny” features original music by Lorne Balfe and songs by Yardnoise with Chad Hugo.
Distributed by Solar Entertainment Corporation, “Manny,” opens on March 12 in Philippine theaters.
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Tidbits: Happy birthday greetings, March 11, go to former Comelec Chairman Ramon H. Felipe, Jose Mari Chan, Hero Bautista, Lucy Chuaying, Vera Isberto, Dr. Teresita Cozar, Camille G. Nolasco, Anthony Segovia, Michael Segovia, Atty. Nards Virtucio, Dr. Remy Suntay, Toyang Capistrano, Tini Rosales, Chico Querol Moreno, Belsha Valdecanas-Dizon, Jojo De Mesa Daigdigan, Manolito Esguerra, Bryan Kato of Japan, Danny dela Cuesta, Jiggy Reyes, Darrel Morales, Karen Kaye, Khenjie Almacen, Juancho dela Cruz, Mr. and Mrs. Rogelio Nolasco, Bianca Gonzalez, Jessie Lucas, Janna Dominguez and Avi Siwa…March 12 celebrants are Betsy R. Quisumbing, Mely Paras, Hawaii-based Josie Palma Seson, Antoinette Abella-Dionela, Rebecca Perez-Buccat and Fred Payawan of Star Magic… Happy wedding anniversary to Col. and Mrs. Juanito Lagasca and Ray-An and Meiling Fuentes… March 13 celebrants are former Makati Councilor Bong Daza, Kathy Limjoco, PR practitioner and talent manager Keren Pascual, Erlinda de Castro, Sherwin T. Macandog, Jerome Ruiz Berja, Deng Latayan Lado-ing, Tynes Tolentino of Puregold Imus, Cavite, Connie O. Genilo of Tarlac, Tarlac, Irish Sta. Maria and Atty. Amelia C. Tansinsin… Belated birthday greetings to Kagawad Mario Cequena and Stephanie Frances A. Yap (March 9) and Culita M. Pangan (March 6)…Condolence to the family of Rosario Tuason-Hosaka, who passed away last March 10. Her remains lie in state at Loyola Memorial Chapels, Commonwealth Avenue, Quezon City. Her interment will be at La Loma Catholic Cemetery on Thursday, March 13, 2004 after the 9:00 a.m. Mass…
