A wonderful party

"My friends are my estate." – Emily Dickinson

Out of the goodness of her heart, lawyer Lulu Tesoro-Castañeda – a lovely and gifted belle, valedictorian and top student leader with five gold medals – recently organized an intimate fundraising party at her elegant abode in Dasmariñas Village, Makati. Lulu was in fine form as she gave a riveting performance of her favorite songs that was well received by her guests, composed of family and close friends from Santuario de San Antonio parish, her Ateneo College of Law classmates, Friends for Cultural Concern of the Philippines and the Catholic Women’s Club.

World-class artists Nena del Rosario- Villanueva and Camille Lopez-Molina also performed that evening to the delight of all those present. The recipients of Lulu’s generosity were some of her favorite people: Fr. Larry Tan, SDB, director of the Salesian Missions; Fr. James Reuter, S.J.; and Sister Anunciata Sta. Ana, SPC, dean of the Conservatory of Music and the Performing Arts of St. Paul College Manila.

A truly wonderful time was had by all!

Johnny says, ‘Check this out’

The hunt for the ultimate videoke star continues with Week Six of The Bellevue Idol. The Bellevue Hotel, the most happening hotspot south of Metro Manila packs its 20/20 entertainment bar every Monday with guests who love singing. This week’s winners are Christian Battlier and Dennis Albano, who amazed the judges with their unique singing styles. Join The Bellevue Idol by calling 771-8181 and have a chance to win a Boracay holiday and a month-long stint as Bellevue’s videoke nights host.

Johnny congratulates…

…the indefatigable and the beautiful Celia Cuasay, for receiving the Rotary’s Service Above Self Award, the highest honor given by Rotary International to individual Rotarians. Past president Celia of the Rotary Club of Makati-Urdaneta was given the award by District Governor Jimmy Cura at the recent District Conference held at the Westin Philippine Plaza. The award recognizes individual Rotarians all over the world who have demonstrated exemplary humanitarian service with an emphasis on personal volunteer efforts and active involvement in helping others through Rotary. Congratulations, Celia!

Greetings

Happy birthday to our celebrators today, ivory beauty and superb actress Helen Gamboa-Sotto and Rep. Gilberto Teodoro.

Advance birthday greetings to Rep. Mike Romero, Rafaelito Rufino and Robert Coyiuto Jr., May 8; Boling Tuason Reyes and Miguel Montenegro, May 9; Justice Edgar Cruz and Chit Salud, May 10; Berna Lomotan and Consul Helen Ong, May 11; May Neri, svelte Joyce Meer, Susie Ortigas, Carolina Cruz and Women’s Journal editor Marita Pascual Nuque, May 12.

So, how was your week?

(For comments or inquiries, please e-mail me at jjlitton@indanet.com)