Springtime in Vienna

Amb. Jana Sediva of Czech Republic, Amb. Gerard Ho of Singapore, Amb. Mary Kay Carlson of USA, AJ Violago 

Shilpa Tolani, Eni Alba, Shirley Sobremonte, Marian Ong, Lulu Boon

 

Marlan Manguba, Mags Cue, Suzette Ayson,Lulu Boon Beano, Milo Bondoc, Joel Cruz

 

Emmy Gonzales, Donna Florentino David, Ningning de Ocampo, Malou Martinez, Dr. Beatrice Ang

 

Yoli Ayson, Sec. Sal Panelo, Virgie and Gerry Lane, Bong Prada Lim, Georgette Wilson, Rey Llorca

 

Merci Padolina, Gregory James Dy, Gela Cornelissen, Prescy Yulo, Carolyn Tan, Mayene Carmona, Jet Capina

 

Pres. Olga Martel, Consul Betty Chua, Agnea Huibonhoa, Chair Fortune Ledesma

 

Nelia Sarcol, Nene Leonor, Byeong Park, Rochelle Gerodias, Mhel Pechera, Shelley Lazaro, Bo Muralla

 

Dr. Jeannie Diaz, Hi Society, Dana Silverio, Margie Moran-Florendo, Olah Padilla Brady

 

Tiffany Cuña, Lanie Fong, Brenda Ngo, Joy Melendrez, Ruby Chua

 

Maru Go, Mags Cue, Joy Rustia, Chuck Gueco, Evelyn Young, Marivic Rufino

 

Jun Camcam Austrian Ambassador Johann and Roswitha Brieger

 

Agile Zamora, Sonny Tanchanco, US Amb. Mary Kay Carlson, Cocoy Cordoba

 

Oskie Ravanera, Connie Haw, Joy Melendres, Joni Dizon, Charo Calalo 

As we entered the grand ballroom we were awed with the elegant palatial setup. Bright red roses on huge vases, round tables draped in black satin topped with centerpieces of red roses and flickering votive candles was a sight to behold. Bejeweled ladies dressed to the hilt and gentlemen dapper in tuxedos added to the elegant ambience. Members of the diplomatic corps were well represented.

Since the Johann Strauss Society was organized to promote and enhance the love for music, the special feature of the program was a performance by the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra of masterpieces by well-loved Austrian composers Johann Sebastian Bach, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Johann Strauss I and Johann Strauss II. In addition, a Grand Waltz was performed by members.

It was a very successful and enjoyable event. Everyone congratulated the organizing committee led by JSSP Chairman and Event Chairperson Consul General of Monaco Fortune Ledesma and JSSP President Olga Severino Martel.

Meanwhile, Emi Ackerman celebrated birthday with Minecraft-themed party a hit at the Park The Greenhills West Village Park was transformed into a Minecraft world of adventure, excitement and fun when Emi Ackerman, celebrated her birthday with a Minecraft-themed party last March 12. Emi is the daughter of loving parents, Ethiopian Business Consul and STRATDEV CEO David Ackerman, and Rotary Club of Makati Business District Charter President Mache Ackerman.

Maricris Lim, Bing Daza, Mache, Dr Francis Dimalanta, Kate Bellosillo

 

Zaid, Ziv, Harry, Harvey, Charles, Princess Synne, and Charlotte Cruz

 

Dr. George Sarakinis, Hi Society, Cocoy Cordoba, Emilia Ackerman

 

Winnie Cheng, Mache Ackerman, Cecile Twit with daughter Allie, Rolando Arnaldo

 

Carol Paredes, Renz Tamayo, Imelda Sistereales, Jorge Hizon, Mache Torres, Luza Tuazon, seated-Joel Cruz, and CIE British School President & CEO Nelia Sarcol

 

Bea Torres, Emilia, mom Mache and dad David Ackerman

 

Gov. Sue Santa Maria, Vivienne Carmona, Hon. Jeff Asistio

 

Magnus Torres, Former Tigbauan Iloilo Mayor Excel Torres and Bea Torres Cruz 

Emi was surrounded by family and friends, and other children from prominent families who were treated to a customized Minecraft cake and fantastic decorations with Minecraft designs. Over 200 guests joined the celebration including Congresswoman Marissa del Mar, Dumaguete Mayor Ping Remollo, businessmen and Rotary friends. Everyone had a fantastic time and went home with Minecraft-themed goody bags. It was a perfect celebration for Emi!