Club Bulakeño’s 35th induction of officers

Club Bulakeño inducted its new set of officers for its historic 35th term for the years 2023 to 2025 at One Shangri-la Place in Mandaluyong City.

Leading this dynamic team of personalities are Presidents Emmy Florentino Gonzalez and Atty. Frank Adriano, two well-known leaders in various socio-civic organizations. With the help of past president Milo Bondoc, the event’s place was transformed into a fall-inspired haven themed “Autumn in August,” with colors of bright orange and rust, red, yellow, and brown, inspired by the seasonal changing of leaves’ colors as temperatures drop and daylight shrinks, marking a transition to a new beginning.

Annabelle Adriano, Mitchie Perez, Karen and Steven Boccone 

Lory Cua, Darius Razon, Baby Ortiz, Celine Bautista, (standing) Jhune Tan, Carmen Lim, Jorge Hizon, Mildred Vitangcol and Gilda Salonga

Nini Licaros and Ping Valencia 

Leah Florentino, Donne San Juan, Iris de Guzman, Rosette Gonzalez, Rowena Florentino, Tessie Palma, Donna David, Rody De Guzman, Malou De Guzman, Santi Galang and Benjamin Flor

Mildred Vitangcol, Reyj Llorca and Boy Lizaso 

Frank Adriano and Emmy Gonzales

Ningning de Ocampo, Maru Go and Fortune Ledesma 

Mike Yuseco, Andrea and Emmy Florentino Gonzalez, Loraine Lopez and Marco Gonzalez

Milo Bondoc, Emmy Gonzales, John Gaddi and Chuck Gueco 

Cong. Linabelle Villarica, Usec. Kim Lokin, Nene Leonor, Gigi Trinidad (standing) Dr. Jennie Diaz, Sonny Tanchanco, Baby Tan, Milo Bondoc, John Gaddi, Nini Licaros and Gerard Ramirez

More than 180 guests showed their support as they welcomed the new officers. After the farewell speech of outgoing president Baby Tan, the guest of honor, former House Speaker and Cong. Linabelle Ruth Villarica, led the swearing-in of the new leaders of the Club. Immediately after their induction, the new presidents welcomed a record 60 new members to Club Bulakeño. The excitement of the evening was capped off by an array of raffle prizes, including 10 Melanoni potted plants from past president Milo Bondoc, native bags and tumblers from president Emmy, Chantal Jewelry, Kitsilver jewelry, a painting by artist Pancho Piano, and the grand prize of a week-long vacation for two at El Nido, Palawan, provided by Toti Carino, with airfare courtesy of president Frank Adriano.

A few days after her induction, new President Emmy Gonzalez led relief operations in Bocaue, Bulacan, for the victims of Typhoon Egay and Falcon, distributing 200 five kilo bags of rice and hygiene kits, all donated by Milo Bondoc.

Congratulations and best wishes to the new set of officers of Club Bulakeño! Mabuhay kayong lahat! God bless!

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Meanwhile, the dazzling evening of the Girl Scouts of the Philippines Dinner Dance for a Cause defied the gloomy weather, raising an astonishing initial sum of over P12 million in charitable contributions.

Steven Tan, Nina Arce, Winny Chang of LukFook Jewelleru, Philip Dy, Aniceto Sobrepeña and Joel Cruz of Aficionado 

Virgie Monton, Milo Bondoc, Emmy Gonzales, Hi Society and Flornce Monzon

Girl Scouts of the Philippines National President Dr. Nina Lim-Yuson (center) with the girl scouts

Jorge Hizon, Chuck Gueco, Dave Mungkal, Darius Razon, Gov. Babby Ortiz, Carmen Tan, Cory Navarro and Dr. Liza Quirolgico

Dr. Leonida Bayani-Ortiz, Chairman of the Fund Development Committee Senator Cynthia Villar, First Lady and Chief Girl Scout Liza Araneta Marcos, GSP National President, Dr. Nina Lim-Yuson (standing) Alfred Ty and Aniceto Sobrepeña 

This remarkable gathering was graced by the presence of none other than the First Lady herself, Liza Araneta Marcos – the current Chief Girl Scout, and Senator Cynthia Villar, along with 500 distinguished guests, including Girl Scout delegations from all corners of the nation.

At the helm of this noble endeavor were Leonida “Baby” Bayani Ortiz, the indomitable chairperson of the fund development committee, and Nina Lim Yuson, the esteemed National President of the Girl Scouts of the Philippines. They orchestrated this grand soirée at the Philippine International Convention Center, all in pursuit of a noble cause – the transformation of the sprawling 27-hectare Camp Escoda in Palayan, Nueva Ecija, into a state-of-the-art haven. This camp, bearing the hallowed name of the Girl Scouts of the Philippines Founder, Josefa Llanes Escoda, is set to become an exemplar of excellence.

As the evening unfolded, young Girl Scouts delighted the gathering with enchanting dance performances, casting a spell of youthful exuberance over the audience. Alvin David and his band added a harmonious touch to the proceedings, with their male and female vocalists serenading the audience with Broadway classics and soul-stirring classical melodies, which in turn elicited thunderous applause.

The pièce de résistance was delivered by none other than the Jukebox King of the ’70s himself, Darius Razon. With his chart-topping hits and infectious dance beats, he conjured an irresistible spell that lured everyone to the dance floor, transforming the convention center into a whirlwind of rhythm and joy.

Under the guidance of skilled dance instructors, the ladies in attendance took to the floor and danced the night away. The presence of the accomplished winners of the Dance Sports of the Philippines, both nationally and internationally, further elevated the event’s prestige.

In the end, this enchanting evening emerged as a resounding success, leaving an indelible mark not only in the hearts of those who attended but also in the noble cause it championed. The Girl Scouts of the Philippines Dinner Dance for a Cause proved once again that when compassion meets dedication, miracles can happen.

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Filipino designer Albert Andrada 

Good luck and bon voyage Albert Andrada who left for Paris to join the Fashion Week this September 29 at the Westin Hotel Vendome. He will be showing his Prêt-à-Porter collection.

Congratulations Albert and Mabuhay!