Sugod!

The Bagong Sigla video series recently released the third instalment titled SUGOD.

The new video's tone takes a different tone from the doom and gloom theme of the first two parts, Apokalipto and Salot and instead paints a much brighter picture, and allusion of better things to come. Senator Francis "Chiz" Escudero is portrayed in various activities of community building together with various members and stakeholders in the community, illustrating his philosophy of the collective working together for the common good.

The video still retains some aspects of the fantastic which was the trademark of the first two videos with strategic flashes of glowing speed lines and the flickering light of the Bagong Sigla logo not unlike a small bright flame.

The third installment ends with the message “Tayo ang Bagong Sigla”.

What’s next?

Bagong Sigla Concert

The Bagong Sigla Concert was initially conceptualized as a free event.

After the havoc caused by Ondoy and Pepeng with hundreds dead and thousands homeless and destitute, the Bagong Sigla Concert was re-made as a benefit concert meant to raise money and relief goods for the victims of one of the worst typhoons the Philippines has encountered in recent years.

You only have to bring canned goods, clothes, medicines, or anything you’re willing to part with to help with the relief efforts. At the very least contribute Php 1.00 at the gate and you’re in!

All proceeds from the concerts will be going to the victims of Ondoy and Pepeng.

Yes...concerts.

Bamboo will be performing in Manila at the Liwasang Ullalim, Cueshe will be in Iloilo at the Iloilo Freedom Grandstand, Imago will be playing at Dagupan at the CSI Stadium, and Spongecola will be in Davao at the Darmosa Market Basket parking lot.

The concert will be this Friday October 9, 2009. Bring whatever you can, spread the word, and rock the night away!

I also made a Bagong Sigla Twibbon which you can add to your Twitter Avatar. Click here.

Huwag Pabayaan ang Laguna!

Wag nating pabayaan ang Laguna! Let's support Serve the People Brigade Relief Mission (USC-UPLB, Kabataan Partylist-ST, [P], Sakbayan, UPLB orgs, frats, and soro).

Your help will reach Bay area, Pakil, Famy, Cabuyao, Calamba, and other Laguna areas affected by Ondoy.

How to donate:

Unionbank
Acct No. 109450864273 Acct Name: Julienne Urrea

G-Cash
09154315673

Lakeshore towns around Laguna Bay are still mired in misery. Your help will be greatly appreciated.

Paris Tweets About Ondoy

Paris Hilton calls for aid for the victims of Typhoon Ondoy. Thanks, Paris!

What you can do!

1. If you're in a flood prone area and your electricity has not been disconnected, inform Meralco to have it turned off ASAP to prevent possible electruction and other mishaps.

You can reach MERALCO here: Meralco (+63917-5592824).

In the meantime, shut off the main switch.

2. If you're fortunate enough to have been not been adversely affected and is in a position to help, coordinate with the local/nearby relief and rescue operations care of your Local Government Units (LGU), Church Groups, etc.

Clothes, blankets, and food are welcome.

3. Re-post information about emergency numbers (complete list here) in your blogs, plurks, tweeters, and other social network and encourage others to do the same.

Monitor the web and report about those still trapped to the proper authorities with the proper pertinent information (location, number of people, etc.).

Typhoon Ondoy Emergency Hotlines and Relief Operations

It has been raining the whole day. Tropical Storm Ondoy has wreak havoc across Metro Manila, and provinces around. Here are the key numbers to contact for information, rescue operations, relief services, donations. Thank you very much.

Rescue Operations

National Disaster Coordinating Council (NDCC) (+632-9125668, +632-9111406, +632-9115061)
Red Cross (143, +632-5270000)
MMDA (136)
Coast Guard (+632-5276136)
Senator Dick Gordon (+639178997898, +63938-444BOYS, +632-9342118, +632-4338528)
Senator Manny Villar (+639174226800. +639172414864, +639276751981)

Rubber Boat Requests

NCRPO (+632-8383203, +632-8383354)

Power Supply

Meralco (+63917-5592824) If you want service cut off to your area to prevent fires and electrocution.

Relief Aid and Donations

Victory Fort is opening its doors to those affected by the typhoon. Call 813-FORT.
Clare Amador (+63928-5205508) or Jana Vicente at +63928-5205499). Drop off for relief donations is at Balay Expo Center across Farmers Market Cubao.
Drop off points: One Orchard Road Building in Eastwood, or message http://www.twitter.com/miriamq for more details.
Donations for Ondoy Victims to be distributed at the Philippine Army Gym inside Fort Bonifacio or GHQ Gym in Camp Aguinaldo starting now.

People Tracker (using your phones, get your friends and family to turn on their finderservice for you)

* FINDERSERVICE. For Smart, text “wis ” to 386.
* FINDERSERVICE. For Globe, text “find to 7000.


Source.

Stranded at Home

The flood waters outside the condominium building I'm living has reached waist level and many small cars are now virtually under water. Elsewhere, many people are stranded and emergency teams are rushing to various affected areas to rescue people.

Made me wonder if we actually had a central data center where information relating to emergencies like these go to and use it to help coordinate rescue efforts.

Laughs and Gasps and now Bound and Gagged

From Marcelle Fabie...

Last year’s “Laughs And Gasps” was a rousing success: hailed as a big magic and comedy hit, a clamor has been raised for a sequel, and because you demanded it, the “Penn and Teller of the Philippines,” Kel and Jay, are back, and they’re pulling out all the stops!

This year, “Bound And Gagged”, the sequel to last year’s show, will be happening on Friday, October 23, 7:30 PM, in PETA Theater. The venue shouldn’t be too hard to find, since it’s on Eymard Drive, which intersects with the Caltex at E. Rodriguez Sr. Avenue in Quezon City.

From this show, you can expect nothing but top-notch magic and mentalism from your heroes of Mind and Magic, Kel and Jay, as well as an unprecedented showdown featuring two of the country’s top ventriloquists, the Philippine’s Premiere Ventriloquist, Ony Carcamo and the Ventrillusionist, Wanlu. Also slated to perform are two top comedians from the immensely popular Comedy Cartel, the winner of 2009’s “Tawag Ng Tawa” Richie Fernandez, and one of the hosts of TV 5’s “Front Act”, the inimitable Mike Unson. Special musical guests include the cult favorite Giniling Festival, and the legendary 90’s icon, Grin Department.

On October 23, you will be treated to a night that will excite, delight, and ignite your imaginations, and all for a worthy cause! “Bound And Gagged” will feature some amazing acts that combine Kel and Jay’s unique style with special homages to some of their greatest influences, like Houdini, Copperfield, Osterlind, Maven, Brown, and of course, Penn and Teller.

With Kel and Jay, Ony and Wanlu, Mike and Richie, Giniling Festival and Grin Department, how can you possibly go wrong? Don’t miss out on an evening of wonders, bringing laughs and gasps to another level.

This is “Bound And Gagged”. Tickets are available at 200 (balcony) and 300 (orchestra) each, available at the gate, and proceeds of the show will be given to the Real Life Foundation. For more inquiries and ticket reservations, call or text 09175126883.

This event is made possible by Nuffnang and Sheero Media

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