The 6th edition of the annual Acosta Cup ladies football tournament is scheduled to kick-off this November 22, 2009 at the Tionko Football grounds.
The tournament is in cooperation with the Davao Football Association which has been organizing the Acosta Cup since 2004. This year, the tournament will have two phases. For the first phase, DFA has set the categories exclusively for 10-under, elementary, and high school girls through a 5 a-side and 7 a-side game formats.
For school-based teams, interested parties must submit a photocopy of birth certificate of each team member as well as a certification from their respective school principal. Registration is free and deadline is set on November 18, 2009.
The second phase of Acosta Cup will involve the ladies open category with an 11 a-side format. Said tournament will commence on January 16, 2010.
For football enthusiasts who wish to know more, please visit the Office of Councilor Mabel Sunga Acosta at Rm-19, 2nd Flr., Sangguniang Panlungsod Bldg., San Pedro St., Davao City. You may also call at tel.# (082) 222-08-55 loc. 218 or 418 (fax) and look for JC.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
6th Acosta Cup on November 2009
Thursday, November 05, 2009
NOVEMBER 2009 SCHEDULE FOR MABEL SUNGA ACOSTA LIVELIHOOD SKILLS TRAINING PROGRAM
November 03&05 Chicken Ham making
November 10&12 Embutido making
November 17&19 Fruitcake making
November 24&26 Chocolate cake making
Sessions are scheduled every Tuesday& Thursday from 1:00P.M.-4:00P.M.
For bookings and inquiries, please contact:
The Office of Mabel Sunga Acosta, Rm-19, 2nd Flr., Sangguniang Panlungsod Bldg., San Pedro st., Davao City.
Tel.# (082) 222-08-55 Loc. 218, 418 (fax), mobile#0916-937-8496, 0916-894-6274 and look for Mr. Ariel Capidos or Ms. Donna Metran-Escosora.
Friday, October 30, 2009
Seminar Art Workshop for streetchildren
The Philippine Eagle
oil on canvass-77"X96"
by Roger Paconla
Davao City artist Roger Paconla in partnership with the City Social Services and Development Office and Hon.Mabel Sunga Acosta will conduct a series of Basic Art Workshop seminars at various child welfare facilities this coming November 2009.
The activity dubbed as Seminar Art Workshop intended for streetchildren, aims to promote art appreciation among the young participants and develop their artistic skills using various disciplines such as sketching and painting.
Concerned agencies scheduled to take part of the said art workshop are: Lamdag Drop-in Center (Nov.09&12), Balay Dangupan (Nov.16&19) and Paginhawaan Drop-in Center.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Monday, October 19, 2009
A Run For The Pasig River
Farewell My Friend...
Monday, October 12, 2009
DAVAO CITY ON DISASTER PREPAREDNESS
From extreme right: UAP Mt. Apo Chapter President, Arch. Celine Ting, Arch. Pol Sandoval, Arch. Nestor Ting, Dr. Tomas Miguel Ababon, Dr. Jun Magno and Ms. Mick mick Villegas.
From Left: Ms. Donna Metran-Escosora, Dr. Tomas Miguel Ababon, Ms. Betty Cabazares, Ms. Stella Alvarado, Ms. Mick-Mick Villegas, Dr. Jun Magno.
Dr. Tomas Miguel Ababon, Disaster Coordinator from the City Health Office said, that though the PAGASA views Davao City to be “typhoon-free”, we do have floods affecting our city due to congested drainage systems, and prone to be affected are people residing in low lying areas or near riverbanks. He also warned the public of the dangers brought about by water-borne diseases which can be acquired through contact with floodwater, like leptospirosis, diarrhea and skin infections.
Team Leader Dr. Jun Magno of the Davao Volunteer Fire Brigade informed that for this year, fire related cases have escalated in comparison to previous years.
He expressed concern on fire-prone areas especially in squatter neighborhoods where fires are most likely to occur. He stressed that faulty electrical wiring, overloading of outlets and low-quality electrical devices, especially ones which has no D.T.I. approved seal, are contributing factors which can make a home become fire prone. Dr. Magno also shared tips on proper procedures if a fire occurs.
Ms. Mick-mick Villegas, Development Management Officer I of Davao City Disaster Coordinating Council said that though barangays are encouraged to give importance on disaster preparation through trainings conducted by their office, there are still other barangays which are either lacking in preparedness trainings or has few available life-saving equipment prepared in case of emergency situations.
Ms. Betty Cabazares of the KINAIYAHAN Foundation expressed sentiments over haphazard trash disposal and deforestation of our highlands to give way to subdivisions, farms, etc., which contributes to soil erosion and flooding in lowland areas.
She added that ecological awareness campaign to prevent possible disasters is continuously being promoted by their office as well as a study on drought resistant trees to counter soil erosion and promote watershed protection.
United Architects of the Philippines Mt.Apo Chapter officers were also present with President Arch. Celine Ting. Arch. Pol Sandoval updated that the city is keeping abreast with modern structural safety designs, provided insights on energy efficient designs and shared tips on practicing energy saving in our homes. Past-President, Arch. Nestor Ting added with the positive effects of proper garbage segregation, recycling and the benefits of composting.
The guests stressed that although natural calamities are part of the cycle of life which needs mitigation, it is better to practice disaster prevention and preparation.
Friday, October 09, 2009
Tuesday, October 06, 2009
DAVAO CITY GOVERNMENT DONATES 10 MILLION PESOS TO TYPHOON ONDOY VICTIMS
The government of Davao City donated ten million pesos for victims of the furious typhoon Ondoy after Mayor Rodrigo R. Duterte convened the City Council for a special session to that effect last September 28. The special session presided by Councilor Mabel S. Acosta unanimously approved the resolution. In addition to the city’s cash donation, (through the Philippine National Red Cross), Duterte and the councilors donated their one month salary.
Mindanao Times pp.21, vol.63, #276,October 05, 2009.
CARBONARA (MBM Oct. 01, 2009)
Ingredients:
2 tbsp. butter
1 cup chopped white onions
2 cups chopped ham
1 can all-purpose cream
1 can evaporated milk (big)
1 can mushrooms (buttons)
400 grams fettuccine
2 strips bacon chopped
Procedure:
In a pan, melt butter and sauté onions, ham and mushrooms. Add cream and milk. Stir continually to prevent scorching. Top the cooked pasta with grated cheese and serve hot.
PORK HERBAL SALAD (MBM May 17, 2009)
Ingredients:
½ kg. pork lomo-grilled
Oil for brushing
1 cucumber
Leeks
1 red bell pepper
1 tbsp. chopped fresh basil
1 tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro (kinchay)
2 pcs. iceberg lettuce
1 tbsp. chopped roasted peanuts
Procedure:
1.Grill the pork and slice into strips then set aside.
2.Toss grilled meat and vegetables
3.Prepare salad dressing
Dressing:
1 tbsp. soy sauce
1 tsp. honey
Juice of 2 lemons
2 tsp. sesame oil
1 tbsp. sweet chili sauce
2 cloves minced garlic
¼ inch ginger-peeled and grated
OCTOBER SCHEDULE FOR MABEL SUNGA ACOSTA LIVELIHOOD SKILLS TRAINING PROGRAM
Oct. 01- KAKANIN MAKING (CUCHINTA, PALITAO, ESPASOL)
Oct. 06- COOKIES MAKING (MACAROONS, COOKIES, RAISIN COOKIES)
Oct. 08- PEANUT BUTTER
Oct. 13- PIE MAKING (EGG PIE, CREAM PIE)
Oct. 15- BARS AND SQUARES MAKING (BUTTERSCOTCH BARS AND BROWNIES)
Oct. 20- BREAD MAKING (CHEESE BREAD, SPANISH BREAD)
Oct. 22- JELLY ROLL MAKING
Oct. 27- MANGO CAKE
Oct. 29- MOCHA WALNUT CAKE
For Bookings and inquiries, please contact:
The Office of Councilor Mabel Sunga Acosta, Rm-19, 2nd Flr., Sangguniang Panlungsod Bldg., San Pedro st.,
Tel.# (082) 222-08-55 loc. 218, 418 (fax) mobile#0916-937-8496, 0916-894-6274 and look for Ariel Capidos or Donna Metran-Escosora
Monday, October 05, 2009
National Children's Month Activities Begins!
(Left photo):Davao City Council for the Welfare of Children together with other Local Government Offices and Children Advocate Groups leads the 17th celebration with a motorcade within the city's thoroughfares with this year's theme, "Bright Child: Proteksyon ng Bata, Pananagutan ng Bansa!".(Right photo): Bantay Bata 163' s "Takbo Para Sa Mga Bata" 3K and 5K Fun Run participants warming up at the starting grid at the Victoria Plaza Parking area.
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
ROCK THE VOTE
From Top Left Clockwise: The RTV Caravan Bus stops by Davao City; Councilor Mabel Sunga Acosta, Mayor Rody Duterte and Senator Kiko Pangilinan onstage inspiring the Davao City youth to vote; Photo of the gathering crowd after the slight drizzle; Councilor Mabel, Rep. Rissa Hontiveros, Senator Kiko Pangilinan gamely poses for a photo; On discussion, Mayor Rody, Councilor Mabel and Senator Kiko; A view of the stage from the pumped-up crowd.
The youth of Davao City was presented with an evening of rock and rhythm when the Rock the Vote Concert Caravan series opened up last September 17, 2009 at the Rizal Park.
Jumpstarting the event were the bands Evee and Tema-X, while Luke Mijares (formerly of Southborder band), mesmerized the massive crowd with his latest singles and his renditions of some R&B hits. Even as a slight drizzle momentarily interrupted the event, the crowd was not dismayed as rock bands Hale and 6 cycle mind stormed the stage with their hit songs.
Davao City Councilor and Kaya Natin Movement-Champion for Good Governance, Hon. Mabel Sunga Acosta, Davao City Mayor Rody Duterte and Senator Kiko Pangilinan took center stage, motivating and urging the youth, especially the eligible first time voters to register and vote on the upcoming 2010 elections.
Also present on the said occassion were former Bukidnon Representative and Kaya Natin Movement-Co Champion for Good Governance, Neric Acosta and Representative Rissa Hontiveros.
Monday, September 28, 2009
Turnover of Weighing scale and Electric fan to Barangay 7-A
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Councilor's Birthday Party
Top photo:Councilor Mabel Acosta distributing school supplies and art materials to the children of Paginhawaan Drop-in Center;
Center photo:Children eagery lining up for their "unli-ice" (unlimited scoops of ice cream);
Bottom photo:Councilor Mabel and the children enjoying their meal of fried chicken, pancit and cake.
Like her previous birthdays, Davao City Councilor, Mabel Sunga Acosta opted to spend her birthday with her constituents. This time, she shares her special day with the children from Paginhawaan Drop-in Center, Lamdag Center, QRT and Alima Development Center.
Throughout these years, Councilor Mabel chose to celebrate her birthday this way. Spending her special day with our less fortunate brothers and sisters. On this occassion, she is sharing with these children not only food and gifts, but also time to talk with them and encouraging them to have a positive outlook in life.
Friday, September 18, 2009
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Senator Kiko Pangilinan pushes for GENUINE REFORMS and ELECTIONS VIGILANCE at MABEL AT YOUR SERVICE
In an interview over “Mabel at your Service” public affairs program last Sunday, September 13, 2009, anchored by Davao City Councilor Mabel Sunga Acosta, Senator Pangilinan lamented that the country is way left behind in economic stability. He expressed disappointment of the fact that the Philippines have not increased its per capita income for the last 30 years. China has registered a 400 percent increase; Malaysia, 150 percent; and Thailand 100 percent during the same period. “What we’re earning 30 years ago, we’re earning today. In other words, we’re running-in-place,” he said.
He blamed the “public sector leadership” for “the mess we’re in” however, without specifying any president or past leaders and offered new public sector leaders as the optimal solution.
He said that it is encouraging that there are efforts to get people to register and encouraged the people, especially the youth of Davao City to be more vigilant in exercising and protecting their votes.
In Davao city alone there is approximately over one million registered first time voters because of the rejuvenated interest in the upcoming the electoral process.
Sunday, August 30, 2009
Hiyas ng Kadayawan 09
Kadayawan Floral Float Parade 09
Kadayawan crowd drawers: Competing and non-competing floats parade Davao City's streets in galore drawing the wows and cheers of Dabawenyos. (clockwise from upper left) crates of veggies and fruits (yum!), Barangay Sasa's Alternative Float entry, A cool motorcycle over my trike?well, there's sweet bananas and a chimp over my head too! (smile!), Holcim's floral entry, flower and fruits "higantes" on the prowl, a fruit and veggies sphere, a showcase of flowers and sweet kids, a veggie adorned giant cone, UP-Mindanao's float entry, colorful cargo truck inspired pushcarts filled with fruits and veggies .
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Opening of KAdaYAWAN 09
Monday, August 17, 2009
Ateneo de Davao Law wins over Ateneo de Manila
Ateneo de Davao Law is really catching up with top law schools in Manila.
Thus said former Defense Secretary Atty. Avelino “Nonong” Cruz, Partner of CVC Law Firm, before declaring Ateneo de Davao Law Debate Team as Champion in the second season of ABS-CBN News Channel (ANC) Square Off Law Debates on August 12, 2009 at ABS CBN Studio, Quezon City. This season’s tournament was participated by top 16 law schools in the country.
After beating University of the Philippines Law in the International Humanitarian Law Debates in May 2009, AdDU Law has once again excelled by winning against Ateneo de Manila Law this time. The team is composed of Therese Xyza Gemelo – IV Law, Vincent Juan – II Law, Mariness Ledesma – IV Law, with Atty. Israelito Torreon as their coach and the moderator of the Ateneo Forensic (AdDU Law’s Debate Team). Juan and Ledesma were awarded Judges’ Choice and Audience’s Choice for Best Speakers, respectively.
With the proposition “Let it be resolved that Maximum Drug Retail Price (MDRP or Executive Order No. 821) Should be Scrapped,” AdMU Law argued on the affirmative side while AdDU on the negative. The AdMU Law Team primarily argued that MDRP should be scrapped because we have existing laws, which address the problem of drug accessibility, particularly to these five most prescribed drugs under MDRP. As an alternative, said team proposed that the government should strengthen the Generic Drugs Law, among others, and not impose price ceiling.
On the other hand, AdDU Law Team showed their prowess in legal argumentation by defending the cause of MDRP and how it operates as immediate response to the urgent problem of drug accessibility, while better legislation and law enforcement are still works-in-progress. Backed up by relevant laws and recent research findings, they argued that since the issue involves a continuing problem in public health, there should be a balance between immediate response and long term solution.
On the way to this all-Ateneo Finals, AdDU Law routed University of the East in the eliminations, Far Eastern University-La Salle Law in the Quarterfinal, and Xavier University-Ateneo de Cagayan in the Semifinal.
The winning debaters won prizes such as brand new laptop-notebooks and free subscription to online law encyclopedia and jurisprudence. Juan was given free flight and vacation package for two to Nami Beach in Boracay while Ledesma was given vacation package in One Place Tagaytay and SM gift certificates.
The Ateneo Forensic, thru the leadership of Kristine Ferrer – IV Law, expresses its appreciation to its members, alumni-barristers, alumni-lawyers, and law school professors for their very valuable support.
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Friday, August 14, 2009
U.P. School of Economics Grand Alumni Homecoming
Cory Aquino: “powerful icon of freedom and courage”
Fr. Eliseo Jun Mercado, executive director of the Institute for Autonomy and Governance (IAG) said, “she remains a powerful icon of freedom and courage.”
Mercado says President Arroyo’s legacy for Mindanao is that “she was not afraid to personally come and talk to rebels. Remember Jolo with Nur Misuari.”
Against the advice of her military and defense advisers, Ms Arroyo broke protocol and met with Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) chair Nur Misuari in Maimbung, Sulu, on September 5, 1986. The meeting resulted in an agreement to hold formal negotiations on a peaceful settlement of the conflict in Southern Philippines.
Irene Santiago, executive director of the Mindanao Commission on Women, said “here was a woman who, when country called, pulled herself out of her private space to become our public beacon of hope. Her fight was moral. It was for God and Country and People. We bless such a woman!”
Aveen Acuna-Gulo, who writes the column, “The Voice” said “I think Cory made sure she waited for August that she may rest, the same month her husband Ninoy died 26 years ago. I shed tears of joy, feeling so blessed to have had her as my President. I believe her legacy is already with us – the people she had served. It’s only a matter of time.”
For Datu Michael Mastura, historian, former Maguindanao congressman and now senior member of the peace panel of the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF), “Cory’s demise is the end of our post-colonial era.”
“Even in her old age she continued to nourish our motherland with her selfless commitment to freedom and democracy,” he said.
MILF peace panel chair Mohagher Iqbal said he is still awaiting the official statement of the MILF leadership but told MindaNews his view is “Cory is an epitome of patience and reconciliation.”
Davao City Councilor Mabel Sunga-Acosta said Ms Aquino “had strength of character and showed a lot of fortitude as the supportive wife of a prominent senator, as a devoted mother, and as the first woman president of our country that suffered long years under martial rule. She will be sorely missed and always be fondly remembered as an icon of People Power at EDSA and as a symbol of hope and democracy.”
Acosta recalls she was “there at EDSA when I was a student at UP wearing a yellow shirt with the battlecy ‘Di ka nag-iisa.’ Cory as Ninoy’s widow was practically the embodiment of an antithesis to all that is Marcos. She was like a beacon of light at the end of a dark and dreary journey, a respite for a weary nation desperate for change. She is well loved and highly admired and respected even in the international community.”
Senator Rodolfo Biazon, the first military officer President Aquino met with after People Power in 1986 and who would later be appointed superintendent of the Philippine Military Academy and later Armed Forces Chief of Staff,” said “you and I know the grief of the nation. She fought for restoration of democracy in our county and up to her last breath she maintained her vigil to protect that democracy.”
“She should serve as inspiration to us that there is one housewife who never thought of possessing the powers of the Pesidency, who fought for the restoration of democracy, the maintenance of democracy and who continues to fight even beyond her term..” Biazon said. (Carolyn O. Arguillas/MindaNews)
Thursday, August 13, 2009
GO NATURAL! SUGAR AND HONEY AS CURE
Saving Diabetics From Amputation
About five hours before he was scheduled for surgery, Jerome talked to the teacher who was substituting for him to tell him he'd probably be out for the rest of the year. The substitute had heard about the Whitaker Wellness Institute and the work we do here, so he suggested that Jerome check us out. Jerome immediately phoned his wife, who called the clinic and asked if there was anything we could do to save his leg. I said we would certainly try. Figuring he had nothing to lose, Jerome left the hospital-against strongly worded medical advice-and came to my clinic that same day.
Thursday, August 06, 2009
Davao City mourns for President Cory Aquino
Metropolitan
Sunday, August 02, 2009
Cory Aquino Passed Away
Corazon C. Aquino, the 11th President of the Republic of the Philippines, passed away due to cardio-pulmonary arrest at 3:18 a.m. Saturday, August 1, 2009, Manila time. She was 76 years old.
The Philippine democracy icon was diagnosed with colon cancer in early 2008 and was admitted at the Makati Medical Center intensive care unit in July of this year after she had difficulty eating. Maria Corazon Cojuanco Aquino was the first woman president in Asia. Her term ended in 1992 but she remained politically active, joining protest rallies demanding the resignation of current Philippine President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo for alleged corruption.
She became Time Magazine Woman of the Year in 1986 after she won the Philippine Snap Elections in that same year. During her term, she set into motion the creation of a democratic political order and the enactment of a new Philippine Constitution and many other important legal reforms, including the Philippine Agrarian Reform Law and the Philippine Local Government Code.
Our deepest condolences and sympathies to the entire Cojuangco and Aquino families especially to President Cory's children and grandchildren; and together with them we pray for the eternal repose of her soul.
May she rest in peace.
