The Paco Park on its Bicentennial Years

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Last November 27, 2022, avenues of events were held at the Paco Park as we commemorate its 200 years of existence as organized by GottaBeFamous Events Management in partnership with the National Parks Development Committee, an attached agency of the Department of Tourism.

During the first glimpse of the event, A fashion photography lecture was held as facilitated by our very own Fashion Designer, Rey Calajate with models dressed in Filipiniana bridal gowns. After which, a Photography workshop was done with our Playlight Studio owner Mark Cristobal showcasing the designs of the bridal couture as Paco Park is now a perfect mood for Photo opportunities.

 

The National Artist for Architecture Ildefonso P. Santos Jr.'s improvement of the public park in Paco became one of the symbols of contemporary Filipino landscape architecture, making it a popular location for special occasion photographs like wedding and prenuptial photoshoots even if the Paco Park itself mirrors a dark history.

Furthermore, at the second part of the event was the Paco Park Walking Tour conducted by Mr. Micbael Angelo Tabuyan, a Social Studies Teacher and the Executive Director of Project Saysay in which he discusses the “betweens and beyonds” of the Paco Park History as it has served as a sanctuary for our heroes, ancestors, and collective memories of the past during the Spanish Regime.

Overall, Several communities of photographers and groups of students took part in the said activities. In celebration of the 200 Years of Paco Park, we recognize the park as a center for Philippine arts and heritage, and as a site of history.

3 Things to Consider for Building your steel working space

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Building a steelworking space is difficult; it requires a lot of planning, and it can be tricky if you don't know what to do. These include budget, labour costs, equipment needs (including tools), insulation requirements, and ventilation requirements.

A steel workshop is where you would do a lot of production work or use them as warehouses and buildings for various purposes. So, ensure it is made keeping in mind the usages it includes.

Discussed below are things you should consider when building your own steelworking space.




What is your budget?

Budget is the most vital obstacle that you need to decide and overcome before moving forward with the planning. Understanding your budget is the first step to creating your steelworking space. It is important that you set a budget before deciding on a design and materials so that you can make sure they fit within what you can afford. Once you have decided on your budget and the money to be invested, it will be easier to choose the right size and style of building and its materials.




How big do you need to go?

The first step in determining the size of your building is knowing how much space you need, which will help you determine how big the building should be. For example, if you're starting a business that needs 100 square feet of floor space and requires only ten people on staff, you don't need much workspace or storage; a small garage with an attached office could easily handle your needs.

On the other hand, if your business requires 200 square feet and needs room for equipment storage, employee break areas, and multiple offices (along with all their associated furniture), then an industrial warehouse would work better than a standard garage or storefront location.




What kind of materials to use to build the workshop?


When it comes to constructing a steel workshop, there are a few things to consider. Some of these considerations include the type of material to be used for the construction and whether or not it can withstand harsh weather conditions. Steel is an excellent choice for making a workshop because it is durable, long-lasting, and easy to clean and maintain. Steel is also fire resistant, so if there is ever a fire in your new workshop, you won't have to worry about damage caused by high temperatures.

Another benefit of using steel in your building plans is that it is recyclable and environmentally friendly! This means that when your business grows enough that they need more space, it can just take down its old building and make another out of different materials without wasting materials and saving both time and money!




Conclusion


After you've figured out the basics of where to put your steel working space, what it should look like, and how much space it will take up, there are still many other things to consider before starting construction. The best providers will pay attention to every detail during construction, and they will keep you updated on progress and make changes as necessary. Hiring a professional to build your steel structure is the best option.

Law group to government: Make Christmas parties and food gifts healthier

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“No public funds should be used for unhealthy food”, urges ImagineLaw



[HEART ROB. ImagineLaw mascot ‘Heart Rob’ facilitates parlor games with daycare children of Quezon City for healthy diets and trans fat elimination.]


Public interest law group ImagineLaw on Monday urged national government agencies (NGAs) and local government units (LGUs) to opt for healthier alternatives in their food gifts and Christmas banquets for office parties and public gatherings this holiday season.


“No public funds should be used for unhealthy food,” said Jeline Corpuz, a registered nutritionist-dietitian and a policy consultant for ImagineLaw, during a cooking demonstration for healthier Noche Buena alternatives with homemakers and day care workers in Quezon City.


“The government should set a good example to the Filipino people by complying to nutrition, health, and sustainability standards for food items and meals, especially if they are procured using taxpayers’ money,” she added.


The law group maintained that healthy and nutritious food can be delicious. “It’s about variety with good preparation of fresh, accessible, and affordable food items, with more whole foods instead of the processed and pre-packaged kinds,” Corpuz said.


Healthy Food Procurement


ImagineLaw also lauded the Quezon City Local Government and Mayor Joy Belmonte for their Healthy Food Procurement Policy that was issued through Executive Order No. 16 in 2021. The said policy mandated that all food, including meals and snacks procured and served by the local government, should follow health, nutrition, and sustainability standards.


“We highly urge LGUs and NGAs to follow Quezon City’s example. One of the greatest gifts we can give our employees and constituents this Christmas is the gift of health,” Corpuz added.


Pinas 2023: Trans Fat Free


“Sa Christmas party, dapat rin masarap at trans fat-free (At the Christmas party, meals should also be delicious and trans fat-free),” said Atty. Ma-Anne Rosales-Sto. Domingo, ImagineLaw’s Project Manager for Healthy Diets. “High intake of trans fatty acids or trans fats leads to heart disease that kills 345 Filipinos every day,” she said, citing data from the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). “Heart disease is the top killer of Filipinos. We must do something now,” she added.


In 2021, the Department of Health (DOH) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released guidelines mandating food manufacturers to reformulate and eliminate trans fats in their products. FDA has set June 18, 2023 for food manufacturers’ compliance.


“We have a lot to look forward to in 2023, including a trans fat-free Philippines that will improve Filipinos’ heart health,” Rosales-Sto. Domingo said. “We can start the practice this holiday season by preparing delicious, healthier, and trans fat-free Christmas meals for our families,” she added.