Kannawidan Ylocos Festival 2022

Kannawidan Ylocos Festival is one of the famous festivals in Ilocos Sur.This festival commemorating the separation of the two Ilocos provinces in 1818;Ilocos Norte and Ilocos Sur.It is a showcase of indigenous performances, religious rituals, as well cooking demos featuring the best of Ilocano dishes.After being pospune for 2yrs due to COVID, it finally resumed on February 1.This said Festival were held at Tamag Vigan City.

For the grand opening, they prepare an Dacing Fountain Show and a Fireworks Display that was held at Plazs Salcedo and Bicentennial Park.On day 2,Longganisa eating contest & traditional game and Saniata ti Ylocos sur Coronation Night 2022 that was held at Quirino Stadium and witness the whole production with celebrity hosts, Max Collins and Marlon Stockingher and Miss Universe Philippines winners,Rabiya Mateo and Beatrice Luigi Gomez.At third night, there’s a dog show, chef wars and LGBT night too. On January 4,Art competition, Game fowl expo and concert tribute to frontliners were carry out. For the 5^th day, bike race, car and motor show, game fowl expo and rhythm fest.On day 6,Bike race(day 2).And the last schedule that will still held on February 12 was Kannawidan Derby and Bakbakan sa Ilocos Sur.If you’re surprised by that many amusing activities and events then I should inform you that there’s more.In addition, there’s also a Concerts that was lead my chosen local celebrities, bands and influencers.Some of it were the December Avenue,Agzunta, Jamil and etc.

It wasn’t as grand like how the Ilocano Celebrated before pandemic, however they still afford to make it amusing, fun and entertaining.The only difference is there’s rides before that catch the attention of the kids and all ages,also activities that can’t be done due to COVID.However, it didn’t make it less appealing, the presence of the people itself is already more than enough.This prove that Ilocanos are indeed creative and smart because despite of the Pandemic and all the Typhoon that came in their way, they still afford to celebrate the Kannawidan Ylocos Festival.

REFERENCE:

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=362136849236781&id=100063214071416

https://philippines.travel/events/kannawidan-ylocos-festival  

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=3111088322475762&id=1567069080211035

Bigueños method to Commemorate the Christmas Season!

Unlike Christmas in most Western countries, the Filipino Christmas is more centered on Jesus than on Santa Claus. In fact, they have Misa de Gallo, a nine day-long series of masses that commence on Christmas eve.A Christmas nativity scene decoration is also common in Filipino households. Filipinos welcome the season uniquely with different flavors and traditions that make thisextra special.It is also a celebration of Christ's birth and God's unspeakable gift to the world.And that celebration helps to shape the traditions that keep each family connected in a special way during this season of joy It is always a wonderful time that brings our family together as we reach out to others.

Stalls selling Christmas decorations and fireworks begin to line the street. In some households, Christmas decorations are already hung up this early.The most common of which is the “parol,” a star-shaped Christmas lantern made of wood and paper, or metal and a shell called capiz usually used for window panes.Another Christmas tradition that starts early for Filipinos is Christmas caroling.Similar to trick-or-treating, Filipino children go from house-to-house to sing Christmas carols in exchange for some coins, otherwise known as “aguinaldo.” They usually sing with make-shift instruments like tambourines made from metal bottlecaps, maracas made out of bottles filled with coins, and drums from empty cannisters.Some establishments also offer early Christmas sales and discounts. Filipino shoppers usually stock up on groceries for their Christmas midnight feast Noche Buena months before to avoid the Christmas rush.Some even start their gift shopping as early as September.

Bigueños are also Filipinos.Now that pandemic has come to the picture.How does people from Vigan City celebrate Christmas?

Regardless of all the odds caused by the pandemic, the Christmas vibes in the Heritage City continuous as the annual Artes Ita Paskua of the City Government of Vigan.We all know that Heritage Village is stunning as it is. However for the Christmas celebration,they put a LED light on it that makes it 10× better.It has different color effects.Moreover, they allow the citizens to go to church for the Simbang Gabi but needed to follow the given protocols.They also put an colorful and elegant designed to the municipality.The giant, glittering Christmas Tree illuminates hope and positivity to every Bigueño and Ilocano especially this time of pandemic.The Conservation center, San Julian Vigan City was decorated by the officials by making a different Christmas designs like Christmas tree and a rides or playing station that was convenient for the little kids.They make it very colorful, lively and clear that you can feel the spirt of Christmas.

During Christmas holiday,the City government of Vigan choose to temporarily relaxed its restrictions, letting the Bigueos to visit several tourist attractions.There were a lot of Activities and games that ensue but it was done through virtually since it was prohibited and limited for safety of everyone.Some government officials went to every Brgy to give an simple gifts and programs for every family and makes the children satisfied and happy.There are still some who continued the habitual culture every Christmas and that is Caloring.

Bigueños are known for their fortitude, having celebrated Christmas in the face of storms and even the pandemic.They did it in the most softest, simplest and elegant way they can.Their creativity, cleverness and fashionable ideas makes the Christmas Season indelible.

REFERENCE:

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=202099578802934&id=100070086798569

https://www.homeschoolacademy.com/blog/the-importance-of-christmas-traditions/

https://ph.news.yahoo.com/here-is-why-the-philippines-celebrate-the-worlds-longest-christmas-season-062426338.html?

End of Chapter 2

 Quarter 2 has been more challenging than quarter 1.The truth is I don't have a slight idea what does HTML means and how it was relevant to my study before but my ICT subject somehow clear my questions in mind.HTML (HyperText Markup Language) is the most basic building block of the Web. It defines the meaning and structure of web content.One of the biggest advantages of HTML is that it is free of cost, and there is no need to purchase specific software. I also learned about the 2 kinds of tags;Stand Alone Tag andContainer Tag.By HTML tags and codes,I can easily put a background color/picture that I desired to.I can also change the fonts,font size,and pictures that are relevant to my topics.At first I thought that was it, however I'm surprise that I can made a form and tables through it. HTML permit me to add links of my references in every article I made under it.

At first weak, I got so confuse on how to properly use the tag and where to put the words and everything.It was like doing something foreign and new to me because I literally don't have any idea how it suppose to work.Moreover, I can only relay to my modules and don't have any sources so that makes it more complicated.However,as time goes by I slowly learn how does HTML works and the relevant of it in my real life.I can't deny the fact that sometimes I get furious whenever the outcome of my HTML isn't supposed to be.I choose to dealt these issues by not giving up and doing my best to try and try until I can get the right results.

Moving on,I will do my best to understand, interpret and enjoy the new lessons I will discover next Quarter.I will try to become more responsible and make sure to pass everything on time too.Honestly,I don't know how learning HTML relevant to my real life and my future profession, but I will still treasure the learning from it because maybe someday I can use and apply it.

REFERENCE:                                                                                    https://www.udacity.com/blog/2020/06/the-best-ways-to-learn-html.html

Kannawidan Festival 2022

Celebrating Festivals is a big part of the Filipino culture.Filipinos love to get involved with lively and fun gatherings especially when their whole family is present and complete.One reason why we celebrate these kinds of events is to honor and remember the different saints they believe have miraculous powers.It’s one of the best things about being a Filipino!The sights, the sounds, the people,the food!Oh, and lest I forget, it’s not just about the day of the festival itself, but the weeks of preparations beforehand and all the cooperation among friends and family to pull it off. Those are the moments that strengthen connections between families to the point that my parents, aunts and uncles can name their second or third cousins. All those make for great memories.However due to COVID, many events and festivals were canceled for the safety of everyone.

Ilocos Sur particularly Vigan City are known for having a lot of Indigenous festivals that are celebrated every year.Sadly,these festivals were canceled due to the said pandemic. However we're delighted and lucky that Kannawidan Festival somehow resume.Kannawidan Ylocos Festival is one of the famous festivals in Ilocos Sur. It celebrates Ilocos Sur's abundant culture and traditions, and its separation from Ilocos Norte.After being pospune.This said Festival were held at Tamag Vigan City.

For the grand opening, they prepare an Dacing Fountain Show and a Fireworks Display that was held at Plazs Salcedo and Bicentennial Park.On day 2,Longganisa eating contest & traditional game and Saniata ti Ylocos sur Coronation Night 2022 that was held at Quirino Stadium and witness the whole production with celebrity hosts, Max Collins and Marlon Stockingher and Miss Universe Philippines winners,Rabiya Mateo and Beatrice Luigi Gomez.At third night, there's a dog show, chef wars and LGBT night too. On January 4,Art competition, Game fowl expo and concert tribute to frontliners were carry out. For the 5th day, bike race, car and motor show, game fowl expo and rhythm fest.On day 6,Bike race(day 2).And the last schedule that will still held on February 12 was Kannawidan Derby and Bakbakan sa Ilocos Sur.If you're surprised by that many amusing activities and events then I should inform you that there's more.In addition, there's also a Concerts that was lead my chosen
local celebrities, bands and influencers.Some of it were the December Avenue,Agzunta, Jamil and etc.

 Undoubtedly, Filipinos always have a way to celebrate everything that was why admidts pandemic we pursue and continue this events and make sure that everything will go consummately.

 

Sources:                                                                                      https://www.123helpme.com/essay/Importance-Of-Filipino-Festivals-In-The-Philippines-PJXCT7SUD2R                                                                              https://philippines.travel/events/kannawidan-ylocos-festival                        https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=503257681156633&id=100044172172066 https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=3111088322475762&id=1567069080211035