The Drakensangers Photo Caption Contest!

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The contest is open to all.

No Drakensang-Online account needed but you will need to open one to avail of the prize/s (you will need to provide us with your in-game username and your server’s name. Entries will be in the form of photographs or graphics that include the following: you (the contestant) and the Drakensang-Online logo (download here: http://jonasdiego.com/Logo.png).

There is no limit to the number of entries you can submit.

Entries that do not include either an image of the contestant and/or the Drakensang-Online logo are not eligible for entry and/or will be disqualified. Furthermore, entries must not violate Facebook’s terms of usage.

There will be three winners:

• 1st Place 10,000 Andermant, Box Keys, and featured on the Drakensang-Online Facebook, Twitter, and official forums and the Drakensangers Blog
• 2nd Place 5,000 Andermant, Box Keys,  and featured on the Drakensang-Online Facebook, Twitter, and official forums and the Drakensangers Blog
• 3rd Place 3,000 Andermant, Box Keys,  and featured on the Drakensang-Online Facebook, Twitter, and official forums and the Drakensangers Blog

The ten (10) runner-ups will receive 10 Box Keys and will be mentioned on the Drakensang-Online Facebook and Twitter Page and the Drakensangers Blog. The winners will be determined by the number of “likes” (one like, one vote) their entry receives. The entry with the most number of “likes” wins.

The contest procedure is as follows:

1. Upload your entry (with the required image of you and the Drakensang-Online logo) on your Facebook account
2. Copy the URL of the entry and email to admin(AT)jonasdiego.com with the subject line: Drakensang-Online Contest
3. You will receive an email to confirm that we have received your entry and has been included in the list (allow 1-2 business days for reply, after which feel free to re-submit your entry or follow up)

DEADLINE OF SUBMISSION OF ENTRIES IS ON APRIL 20, 2012 FRIDAY.

WINNERS WILL BE NOTIFIED VIA EMAIL ON APRIL 27, 2012 FRIDAY.

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Ang Pagbabalik ni Zsazsa!

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Happy New Year

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"January was my third month working for oDesk Enterprises (I started in November 2010) and it was probably one of the busiest months of 2011 for me. I was managing two projects for their two biggest clients and it was quite a challenge and a learning experience.

Johnny and I, together with the UP Bugkos, Graphic Literature Guild, and the UP Painters Club were busy preparing for the 2nd KomiksTrip, UPLB’s very own comic book convention."

Find out more about how 2011 went for me. Click here.

Go Nattural Sale!

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Rice-ing up for Street Children

It’s the same story: mommy prepares veggies; child says no; mommy chases, threatens, and bribes; child cries and finally mommy relents and prepares hotdogs. This is the case for every other household you visit in the country – but what about those children who aren’t even given a cupful of rice; much less a choice between vegetables and hotdogs?

According to a report from UNESCO (United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization), there are 1.5 million street children in the Philippines – and guess what, you encounter 100,000 of them everyday right here in Metro Manila.

Virlanie Foundation is a non-profit organization striving to provide a better future for these children by giving them a home, a family and an opportunity to study. Virlanie has helped over 13,500 children since 1992 through their 12 Homes and 12 programs within and outside Metro Manila. This October, Virlanie shares the opportunity to help street children through their latest effort—the Rice Up for Street Children campaign.

“Every child’s well-being starts with a healthy meal”
“Street children are not only living in poverty; but more so, they are abandoned, neglected, abused and in need of special protection. They are the poorest of the poor,” shares Dominique Lemay, Virlanie Founder and President.

Through Rice Up for Street Children, Virlanie aims to collect enough pledges to accommodate its monthly needs of 50 sacks of rice per month for its homes and outreach programs in slum communities.

“ Everyone knows that rice is an important part of any Filipino child’s diet—unfortunately, for one reason or another, not every child is given his share of it,’ notes Lemay. “ Not only is rice the only carbohydrate that contains the essential amino acids needed for a developing child, it’s a cultural staple for any Filipino family.”

“Doing well by doing Good”

One is acknowledged as the society eventologist in the Philippines and the other is recognized as one of the top public relations firm in
the region—and a gathering for street children is the last place you’d expect to see them together. But for Tim Yap and GeiserMaclang,

it has always been about doing well in their respective industries, while giving back to the community.

“In GeiserMaclang, we’ve found a way to put social benefit at the heart of a successful business model,” shares GeiserMaclang Communications Director, Amor Maclang. “We don't just sell broadband internet, we do it in such a way that grandchildren teach their lolos and lolas to use the internet; we don't just promote a resort, we find ways to increase tourism and generate jobs inside of communities; we don’t just write press releases; we aim to bring the "social" in social marketing. And this is exactly how we have been working with Virlanie Foundation this past year.”

On the other hand Tim Yap will be taking the lead in Rice Up for Street Children campaign as Virlanie Foundation’s new Ambassador of Goodwill.

“At the end of the day, empowering children to have a brighter future, will always be greater and more important than individuals, affiliations and beliefs,” says Lemay. “And we hope that in the coming years, more and more people will realize this and find ways to help children, especially the disadvantaged ones, to become self-reliant, productive and independent.”

To find out more about Virlanie Foundation and how you can participate in the "Rice Up for Street Children" campaign, please visit www.virlanie.org or contact us through: Tel: +63 2 895.3460, Fax: +63 2 895.5232 or Email: frcom2(AT)virlanie.org.

Coastal Clean up

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Food Trip to MALABONFor

From Ivan Henares...

Halina't lusuingin ang Malabon! The Heritage Conservation Society invites you to tickle your five senses with an overload of Malabon culture. Visit the heritage houses and taste the delicious local delicacies as Malabon old families open their homes and kitchens.

Tour fee is Php1,500. Pick-up points are Starbucks 6750 (8:30am) & Starbucks UN Avenue cor. Roxas Boulevard (9am). Meeting place is Pescadores Restaurant along Letre Road (10am). Contact Dorie at hcs_secretariat@yahoo.com to reserve a slot.

See the heritage structures of Malabon (Concepcion & San Bartolome church, houses of the Borja, Paez, Rivera, Buenaventura, Luna et.al. families). Taste the local-cooking of the town, have Pancit Malabon in Malabon and other local delicacies (kakanin, quekiam, daing…). Book now!

Facebook event page.

Haribon Run

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OpenBook

Freelance Writers of the Philippines launches OpenBook, a live conversation between authors and their readers on October 21, 2011, 6pm at Conspiracy Garden Cafe.

Bebang Siy, author of "It's A Mens World", will give a short talk on HUMOR WRITING.

On this night: special participation of Actors Pleygrawnd and Jeff Pagaduan, an OpenBook discussion, book signing, photo op and awarding of raffle prizes.

Tickets at P100, inclusive of one free beer and one raffle stub.

Reserve your seat by texting (0917) 937-8617 (Ime) or (0918) 927-1147 (Jeng). Check out the event page at Facebook.

12th National Conference in Special Education

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National Teaching Conference

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American Sign Language Training

Training starts on OCTOBER 8, 2011

SCHEDULE:
Every Saturdays (4 meetings)

VENUE:
Resources for Educational and Allied Consultancy Habitat, Inc.
2F Uniwide Sales Metromall, Alabang-Zapote Road, Las Piñas City

FEE: Php 6,000.00 inclusive of handouts and certificate.

For inquiries/reservations, please contact:
(02) 873-3438, 871-5167 or (0915) 643-3662

ARTICULATION

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The IBON Foundation at the Manila International Bookfair

Check out the IBON Foundation at the Manila International Bookfair!

Carlo J. Caparas is NOT a National Artist

The Manila Standard Today released the following news about Carlo J. Caparas and Viva Films’ mega deal in their entertainment section written by Isah V. Red last August 20, 2011 Saturday. You can check it out here.

Screenshot taken 10:33 AM August 27, 2011

It goes on to state the following:

“It is widely known among Pinoys that Carlo J. Caparas, who earned the monicker “Komiks King” and proclaimed National Artist, is credited with about 800 blockbuster serial novels. On the other hand, Viva used to be the giant in showbiz.”

I must go on to point out however that Carlo J. Caparas is NOT a National Artist.

“MANILA - The Supreme Court (SC) on Tuesday issued a resolution stopping Malacañang from conferring the Order of National Artists to seven individuals pending a petition filed before it.

The high court issued a status quo order while it resolves a petition seeking to disqualify four of the seven National Artists, including movie director Carlo J. Caparas, selected by President Arroyo.”

You can read the news article in its entirety here.

Gerry Alanguilan has more to say about the topic in his blog here.

The 2nd Cebu Comics Con

What can you expect at the upcoming 2nd Cebu Comics Convention? Lots from the looks of it. Check out the list of activities!

• Gundam Plastic Model Display
• Selling of International Comic Books
• Selling of Local and Indie Comic Books both from Cebu and Manila
• Cosplay
• Toy Display
• Contests
• Local Comic Book Give-away
• Meet and Greet Comic Book Creators both from Cebu and Manila
• Military Plastic Model Display
• Art Display
• Mini Seminars

Work with Stan Lee and earn US$ 10,000!

Photo from MTV.

Who doesn’t want to work with Stan “The Man” Lee!?

He’s the former president and chairman of Marvel Comics and he has co-created Spider-Man, Iron Man, the Hulk, the Fantastic Four, and many other fictional characters which are now box office blockbusters.

MTV Comics and POW! Entertainment offers you the chance to write or illustrate the digital graphic novel “The Seekers!” and be paid (approximately) US$10,000.00.

The deadline is on August 26, 2011 so time is short so you better get cracking.

Click here for the complete details.

GTMACCON

The GTMACCON is happening this coming October 22, 2011 Saturday 12:30 PM at the SM San Lazaro Activity area.

It's a cosplay event which features local and original comic book characters so it's an event definitely not to be missed. For more details check out the poster below.

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Time to Sketch!

Dr. Sketchy's Anti-Art School Philippines, in collaboration with SexAndSensibilities.com, presents another night of DAMES, DRINKS and DRAWING! Featuring after-school hotties,Dear Prudence and Jooley Cola! With site-specific theatrics courtesy of the Sipat Lawin Ensemble!

Real-life Superheroes

Superheroes exist and they're trying to make a better world!

"Director Michael Barnett explores the world of Real Life Superheroes in his documentary , SUPERHEROES, premiering Monday night on HBO."

Click here to read the article on Newsrama.

Click here to watch the trailer.