The Zontians attended the project presentation of Zonta Club of Cebu 2

“Alimbukad: Basa Pamilya” is a one of a kind family literacy program of the Zonta Club of Cebu 2, a non-profit organization.  It is committed to inspiring a passion for reading among children and empowering parents to take leadership in the learning success of their children through reading aloud at home.

Launched in 2013 with 25 families, Alimbukad: Basa Pamilya now serves 600 families and counting.  In partnership with Cebu City Public Library and DepEd Cebu City, Mandaue, Lapulapu and Cebu Province,  it has built a legacy grounded on the basis that all children have the right to learn to read.

Alimbukad provides books for K-2 families to read daily at home during each school year. Meeting once a month, it trains parents on how to promote interactive literacy activities at home through its Parent and Child Time activities.

In a library visit, last February 20, 2020, spearheaded by Zonta Club of Cebu 2 President Ms. Marilou Cañizares and attended by Zonta District 17 and Areas 1-5 officers, at the Zonta Children’s Reading Corner, Alimbukad: Basa Pamilya Program director Ms. Wi Suan Tiu shared the challenges they had to hurdle to reach its goals.

One of the challenges is finding age-appropriate quality books. Currently, we have approximately 3,000 books circulating among Alimbukad participants. We solicit books donation from Alimbukad friends in the United States and Canada, purchase books from bookstores and local publishing companies to keep the books upgraded.

Another challenge is the training of the teachers who are in charge of implementing the program in their respective schools. They are crucial to the success of the program. Teachers are trained in efficient and systematic bookbags distribution and tracking, facilitating the monthly Alimbukad PACT session and reading aloud strategies. In the past 7 years, the partner schools have given Alimbukad their full support and cooperation. Together, we are making children better readers and shaping a better future for them.

The Officers of Zonta Area 3 together with Zonta Club Area Directors from Area 1, 3,4,5, & 6, Past District 17 Governor, Primitiva (Baby) Perez Sison, District Treasurer, and incoming Lieutenant District 17 Governor Leah Bautista

      Fitness always gets in the way of our goals one way or another. To be fit does not only pertain to a sound body but also having a healthy mindset and sensible emotions. Combine those with exercise and a healthy diet, then we are surely driving to the right path of wellness. Such are some of the common things shared by the aspiring Cebuano finalists of Century Tuna Superbods. 

      Those are already a given noting that Century Tuna is promoting fitness. However, the brand is stepping up its game as it is also looking for someone who has the will to inspire others to become the best version of themselves. Vying for the winning title and prizes are over 20 fit and healthy Cebuanos who auditioned for the Cebu leg of Century Tuna Superbods 2020 Go-See. The event took place at Seda Hotel Cebu. Present during the event are Mr. Carlo Endaya Century Tuna Marketing Director, Mr. John Spainhour Century Tuna Superbod 2012 Grand Winner, and  PC&V Associate Creative Director Ms. Soc Fajardo who served as the board of judges. The judges interviewed the hopefuls with great enthusiasm. 

 (from left to right: Ms. Soc Fajardo, Mr. Carlo Endaya, and Mr. John Spainhour )

 In an interview with the Cebuano media and bloggers, Mr. Spainhour stressed the importance of having a good and pleasing personality aside from having a good body. 

Here are some snapshots of the finalists who aim to be the next Century Tuna Superbod Champion:

The the country’s number 1 canned tuna brand says, “Everybod can be a Superbod!,” as it enjoins everyone to embark on the Superbod journey. The Superbod contest is open to men and women with Filipino heritage who are 18 to 60 years of age. Century Tuna welcomes anyone within the age group can join as long as they have a passion for health and fitness as a means to become a better version of themselves.

The Manila go-see event took place at SM Mega Fashion Hall on February 22-23, 2020. Thirty finalists (15 male and 15 female contestants will be chosen) will be selected in the final callbacks.

Finalists will be judged on the following criteria: 20% will be given for both their transformation story and social impact; then 30% will be awarded for body and personality, all totaling to 100%.

A total of ₱1,600,000 is at stake, with grand winners bringing home ₱500,000 each. Two runners up will both take ₱200,000 each while the rest of the 26 finalists will receive a ₱10,000 cash prize, along with other exciting perks and freebies.

For more details, visit Century Tuna’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/centurytuna. #FishEveryDay #EverybodCanBeASuperbod #CenturyTunaSuperbods2020.

Eatsahabit makes it a habit to share happiness. One of their supported charities is Smile Train which cares for those who have good smiles. 

As an all-in diner they have a variety of breakfast, lunch, snack, and dinner meals. Their amazing team is delighted to welcome and serve their valued guests and customers with “Happy”, “Healthy”, and “Sustainable” food choices at affordable and reasonable prices.

They aren't just committed to offering their food products to their customers and friends but they also hope to influence them through their advocacies and invite them to join the “Foodprint to a Better World, One Smile at a Time.”

EatsaHabit’s “HABIT TO LIVE” aims to encourage and inspire people to practice sustainable and healthy eating lifestyle through organic and healthy choices. They support environment-friendly practices such as edible straws and reduce-reuse-recycle glass bottles.

Committed to their advocacy, their dynamic team continually innovate healthy choices by featuring sustainable meals, local and organic farm produce. They have introduced their very own Super Plant Bowl, Lettuce Burger Wraps, Turmeric Garlic Mais, Farm Spiced Brown Rice. Customers can also enjoy the condiments from their farm such as Tuba Vinegar and Pickle Sauce.

“HABIT to GIVE” cooperates with SMILE TRAIN, their leadership service partner, to support a child’s cleft surgery and care to be able to eat, speak, and work; “HABIT to LEARN” creates an environment of reading and appreciating Filipino Life and Culture through the support of TAHANAN PUBLICATION; and “HABIT to INSPIRE TALENTS” supports local artists and we are open for collaboration to promote their talent, arts, and advocacy.

HAPPINESS IS A CHOICE. HAPPY + HEALTHY = EVERYBODY WINS. Follow and Like EatsaHabit on Facebook and Instagram #eatsahabit #eatsustainably #livetogive email: eatsahabit@gmail.com. Level 3, Robinson’s Galleria Cebu

   The road to saying the sweetest “I Do” in your life is one that any couple have to be ready for. It is not just a simple decision, but something that needs a lot of preparations.

  Luckily, for those who are currently working hard for their dream weddings to come true, Robinsons Galleria Cebu is holding a Wedding Gallery this February 13 to 15 — while all the love from Valentine’s Day is still in the air.

  From gowns and tuxedos, reception venues, photography and videography services, down to wedding cakes, the Wedding Gallery has it all for soon to be married couples.

  According to Joanna Salazar, Group Marcomm Manager of Robinsons Land Corp., they chose to hold the Wedding Gallery on February in time for Valentine’s Day. "It is the perfect time to celebrate the culmination of love this love month,” she said.

   Wedding Suppliers at the exhibit include Bernardo Flores, Carlo Abaquita, CDI Designs, City Cakes Cebu, Danny Boom, Dino Lloren Edward, James Castro, Edwin Alba, Forever Young Spa, GAC Wedding Errands, Helium Hearts, JF Touch by Janna Fernando, Lane of Cakes, and Macaron 5.

   March Tan-Geson, Michel’s Wine, MW Studios Photography and Media Services, Onesimus, Protacio, Providore, Rei Escario, Ren Manabat, Robinsons Department Store, Summit Galleria Cebu, Valerie Alvez, Wendell Quisido, and Yoko Sato complete the wedding exhibit which is held at the Atrium of Robinsons Galleria Cebu.

   While most wedding exhibits usually always highlight wedding gowns in a fashion show, the Wedding Gallery is doing things differently.

    Instead, a Groom’s Fashion Show on February 15 at 4 P.M. in the Robinsons Galleria Cebu Atrium took place. 

     Designs by the like of Edwin Alba, Danny Booc, Rei Escario, Bernardo Flores, Marichu Tan-Geson, Dino Lloren, Onesimus, Protacio, and Wendell Quisido will be feature during the Groom’s Fashion Show.

      The Groom’s Wear creations of Cebuano designers were worn by some of the prime models and beauty pageant holders in Cebu. Among the male models are top finalists of Ginoong Pilipinas Cebu 2019, including the newly-crowned Misters of the World Lorenzo Isip.
  Meanwhile, Binibining Cebu 2018 Steffi Aberasturi was the darling of the night owning and closing the show with a creation of Marichu Tan-Geson.