The Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Expo (STEM EXPO 2019)

Wazzup Pilipinas!

The Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Expo (STEM EXPO 2019) is happening this coming May 26-27, 2019, at SMX Convention Center Aura!

Proudly presented by the Philippine Society of Youth Science Clubs, SMX Convention Center Aura, Science Education Institute - Department of Science and Technology, Unilab Foundation, and STEM+PH, the event is a two-day innovations expo aiming to provide scientific solutions to problems of society in the 21st century.

Together with our official innovation partner, PCI Tech Center, in cooperation with Haraya Learning Innovations and Emerson Philippines, in special partnership with DIWA, DENR-Biodiversity Management Bureau through DENR Agos in celebration of the Month of the Ocean, QBO Philippines, Goethe-Institut Philippinen, and 3M Philippines: Science. Applied to Life.

‼️THE SCIENCE EXPO IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC‼️

Experience ideas, innovation, exhibits, robotics, talks, and film shows and get exclusive one-day access to the expo for as low as P120 ONLY! 🎟🎫🎟

Buy your tickets online today via our website www.stemexpo-psysc.com or via our Eventbrite page www.eventbrite.com/e/stem-expo-2019-tickets-59420055987. For ticket inquiries and reservations, please call (02) 332 8151.

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This cool event is also brought to us by our many partner exhibitors! See and check out their booths for cool, cool freebies and prizes!

With special thanks to Felta MultiMedia and Mogu Mogu Manila and our official media partners, SparkUp, Wazzup Pilipinas, Tomasian Media Circle and Talents, DZUP, DOSTv, and Knowledge Channel, we're going to bring the spotlight to our innate #FilipinoIngenuity!

Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/psysc.stemex for more updates! Visit our website at www.stemexpo-psysc.com for more information. :)

#STEMEX2019 #GawangPinoyTatakPinoy

Artiat Playground Stages Floy Quintos' Laro Thos Pride Month

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“LARO,” written by Floy Quintos with additional material by Miguel Castro, is an adaptation of Arthur Schnitzler’s “La Ronde” for 10 male actors. The play, consisting of 10 interlocking encounters between pairs of characters, tells the story of 10 characters from different walks of life. It explores their never-ending search for happiness and true love within Manila’s gay community.

The play was first produced by Theater Now!, the now defunct experimental arm of Bulwagang Gantimpala, in November 2004. There were six performances at the Gantimpala venue in Luneta and additional six performances at the Tanghalang Huseng Batute of the Cultural Center of the Philippines. Some cast members of the original production are Andoy Ranay, Peter Serrano, Juliene Mendoza, JoMari Jose, Miguel Castro, Neil Ryan Sese, and Roli Inocencio.

This year, it will be staged by Artist Playground and it will be directed by John Mark Yap, with movement design by Jm Cabling, set design by Io Balanon, costume design by Nicolo Perez, lighting design by Miggy Panganiban, sound design by Arvy Dimaculangan, and graphics design by Gian Nicdao.

André Miguel plays the role of the Call Boy, Paul Jake Paule plays the role of the Pulis, and Phi Palmos plays the role of the Drag Queen. Gio Gahol and Mike Liwag alternate the role of the Manggagamit, while MC Dela Cruz portrays the role of the Kalaguyo. Al Gatmaitan and Victor Sy alternate the role of the Ideal, Ross Pesigan plays the role of the Estudyante, while Jon Abella and Vincent Pajara alternate the role of the Manunulat. Jonathan Ivan Rivera and Jay Gonzaga alternate the role of the Modelo, and Vincent A. DeJesus portrays the role of the Pilantropo. The cast will also feature the Players of Artist Playground: Aaron Dioquino, Dan Sheneill Solis, Robert Macaraeg, and Christian Silang.

“LARO” will run on the first two weekends of the Pride Month for 8 shows only: June 1, 2, 8, and 9, with 3pm and 7pm on all show dates. It will be staged at Arts Above, Penthouse of West Venue Building (BIR), West Avenue, Quezon City.

Tickets can purchased at Ticket2Me.net. For more inquiries, contact Ira at 0915-832-9579.

Jr. NBA Philippines presented by Alaska Names 10 All-Stars

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Five boys and five girls were selected during the Jr. NBA Philippines 2019 presented by Alaska National Training Camp to comprise the newest batch of Jr. NBA All-Stars and represent the country at the first Jr. NBA Global Championship Asia Pacific Selection Camp in Jakarta, Indonesia in June to train with top youth players from the region.

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Collin Sexton and WNBA Champion Ticha Penicheiro joined Jr. NBA coaches Carlos Barroca and Natalia Andre and Alaska coaches Jeffrey Cariaso and Tony dela Cruz to help coach the 80 participants at the Gatorade Hoops Center and Don Bosco Technical Institute on May 18 and in the boys and girls exhibition game at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall on May 19.  The final day of the Jr. NBA National Training Camp hosted an exhibition game for former Jr. NBA All-Stars and was attended by notable alumni including collegiate players Thirdy Ravena and Janjan Jaboneta.

Jr. NBA Philippines presented by Alaska is committed to improving youth health and wellness and addressing growing inactivity by highlighting the importance of proper nutrition and an active lifestyle to participants.  Since its launch in 2007, Jr. NBA Philippines has reached more than two million players, coaches and parents in over 190 cities and municipalities nationwide, teaching the fundamentals of basketball and the program’s core values of sportsmanship, teamwork, a positive attitude, and respect (S.T.A.R.).

Jr. NBA Philippines 2019 is presented by Alaska, with AXA, Gatorade, Globe, Panasonic, Rexona and Vivo as official partners. ABS-CBN S+A, Basketball TV and NBA Premium TV are the official broadcasters of Jr. NBA Philippines.

For all things NBA, fans can follow Jr. NBA on Facebook and the NBA at www.nba.com and on Facebook and Twitter. Fans can visit www.alaskamilk.com to learn more about the Alaska Milk Corporation, and follow Alaska Milk on Facebook for more information about Alaska Sports.

The following is a complete list of Jr. NBA Philippines 2019 All-Stars:

GIRLS ROSTER:

First Name	Last Name	Age	School
Dianne Camille	Nolasco	14	Miriam College
Karylle	Sierba	13	Manuel S. Enverga University Foundation
Mikylla	Taborada	14	Corpus Christi School Cagayan de Oro
Justine Mhyrra	Vibangco	13	Saint Joseph Parish School
Princess BJ Marie	Villarin	13	De La Salle Zobel

BOYS ROSTER:

First Name	Last Name	Age	School
Henjz Gabriel	Demisana	14	Bacolod Tay Tung High School
Joshua	Minguillo	13	-
Zhan Paolo	Moreno	14	Xavier University Cagayan de Oro
Sebastian Roy	Reyes	14	Nazareth School of National University
Lionel Metthew	Rubico	14	De La Salle Lipa

List of Awards:

Gatorade Hustle Awardees: Zhan Paolo Moreno and Franchesca Isabela Buenvenida

Panasonic Rising Star Awardees: Zak Gumaya and Kaye Andrea Vivas

Coaches of the Year: Orlando Estrelles and Precious Jimenez

Alaska Ambassadors: Henjz Gabriel Demisana and Justine Mhyrra Vibangco

MVPs: Sebastian Roy Reyes and Dianne Camille Nolasco