Search for Miss Cebu 2014 begins

CEBU, Philippines - The Cebu City Government through the Cebu City Tourism Commission (CCTC) and Cebu City Tourism Foundation Inc. is proud to announce that the search for Miss Cebu 2014 has begun. Now on its 30th year, this prestigious pageant continues its tradition of upholding a Cebuana’s beauty, wit and character. It is one of the most awaited events in Cebu during the Sinulog festivities and continues to attract thousands of people.

Interested individuals may get their application forms at the Cebu City Tourism Commission at the 2nd floor, Rizal Memorial Library & Museum Bldg., Osmena Blvd. c/o Ms. Cinbeth E. Orellano, Office of the Mayor, G/F Executive Building c/o Ms. Juvy Montecillo, the Student Affairs Offices of the different schools and universities or downloaded through the www.facebook.com/misscebupageant site. The deadline for the submission of application forms is on October 11 (Friday) for the final screening on Oct.12. Other screenings may be held as needed.

To qualify, applicants must be female, Filipino citizen with good moral character, a minimum height of 5’3” and at least a graduating high school student with the ability to speak conversational English. She must be at least 18 years of age by Oct. 1, 2013 and has not attained 25 years of age by December 1, 2013.

She must be a resident of Cebu for not less than one year, a holder of a valid ID or passport and willing to travel and to reign for a full term of one year. She must not be an employee of the Cebu City Government, other City Government Offices and Departments. A complete list of qualifications and a downloadable application form may be found at www.cebucitytourism.com and www.facebook.com/misscebupageant.

The finalists will undergo a series of personality enhancement seminars and trainings to prepare them for the pageant and to equip them with further knowledge and awareness on the different sectors and industries of Cebu. They will also take Cebu City’s official cultural and heritage tour, Pasiyo sa Kabilin, and attend numerous activities and events to give them a better understanding and appreciation of Cebu’s rich history, culture, arts and economy.

Cebu City’s official ambassadress will be chosen during the grand coronation night of Miss Cebu 2014 on the third week of January 2014.

For inquiries, contact the Cebu City Tourism Commission at 412-4355 or log on to www.facebook.com/misscebupageant.

‘Anak ng Bayan: The Katipunan Primer’ airs Saturday

Andres Bonifacio is often pictured as a poverty-stricken, barely literate hothead who could do with a bit more refinement in and out of the battlefield.

There is much that Filipinos need to learn – and unlearn – about the Supremo of the Katipunan.

“Anak ng Bayan,” the primer for GMA News and Public Affairs’ historical docudrama series Katipunan, sheds light on the real Bonifacio: the revolutionary, the gentleman, the careful planner, the systematic leader. He also had a colorful love life.

As part of the primer, a Bonifacio look-alike visits various parts of Manila. Will people be able to identify him? Will “selfies” with “Bonifacio” be cool enough to merit posting?

The primer also features behind-the-scenes footage of actors Sid Lucero, Glaiza de Castro and their castmates, as they take on the challenging roles of Andres Bonifacio and Gregoria de Jesus in Katipunan.

“Anak ng Bayan: The Katipunan Primer” airs on Saturday, October 12 at 10:15 p.m. on GMA Channel 7. (PR)  (FREEMAN)