News (past and present)

News (past and present)

What a party it was!!! Wow...full-house, standing room only!!

The last time I saw a PBAOTTAWA party with that many folks were about four to five years ago. I mean the place was 3/4 full already when I arrived at around 8 pm. Kudos goes to all the organizers/volunteers. I will not mention names 'coz I believe that other than the volunteers / organizers /officers - the folks who have attended the party have played a role in making this event a success - and since I really don't know everybody in a first name basis - it's best that I extend my congrats and appreciation to everybody who's been involved in that party.

Several things I noticed are how the format is somewhat different (not to take anything away from our previous events) - but this time, folks like me didn't have to say some speeches that will bore the attendees. Our MC's were able to manage the party pretty good.Dancing was there and everybody seems to be having fun.

That gift basket was amazing - I somewhat have some regrets for not accepting it' coz I wanna keep it as a memento on how hard our youth worked on preparing it - but it's ok - I hope the recipient will appreciate and enjoy it.

Now, it's time to work on our practices and a couple more fundraising. We're having a 'General meeting' with the rest of the Filipino-Canadian Community on April 25, 2008.

Here are the details:

Location: Les Suites Hotel, Ottawa

Address 130 Besserer Street - Ottawa (beside Novotel)

Date and time: April 25, 2008 from 6:30 to 9:00 pm

Boardroom name : Rideau Suite, Mezzanine Level

Contact : Ayesha Vega-de Castro

This meeting is also open to any potential vendors for the upcoming PIBNA2008 tournament here in Ottawa.

Last but not least - I wanted to thank you all for the 'plaque' that I have received last Saturday. I really appreciate it a lot. (yeah, I got teary-eyed but good thing it was dark) - but to tell you the truth, a lot of folks deserves that more than I do - they know who they are (right 'Kumpare'?).

Anyways, regular practices will commence soon and wanna congrats the two finalist on Friday's championship game.

PBAOTTAWA General meeting with the Filipino-Canadian Communities(OTTAWA).

Tonight (April 25, 2008)

Time: 7- 9 pm

Location:Les Suites Hotel, Ottawa

Address: 130 Besserer Street, Ottawa (beside Novotel)

Boardroom Name: Rideau suite, Mezzanine Level

April 29, 2008

WOW, that's all I can say about this general meeting - it was a successful meeting indeed. The members of several Filipino-Canadian Associations and Businesses of the City of Ottawa were present and listened sincerely to our needs and goals. They've all offered support in terms of volunteers and food donations for our banquet. These priceless folks are :

Danny Arriola - Philippine Dance Troupe of Ottawa

DonDon Mayos - BIBAK of Ottawa

Sonia Del Rosario - PCC/FCAOV

John Kelly - PCC

Sahan - Manila Hut (proprietor)

Dan Chua and Lawrence Laureta - Ilocano Society of Ottawa

Gloria and Edgar Piol - PBAOTTAWA and Pastoral Committee of Ottawa

Flavio and Mely Gomez - OVFCSCA and FCAOV

Romy Merjudo - Philippine Embassy

Tu Tran and Lou Aldos - PBAOTTAWA

Clarita Cleofas - OVFCSCA

Marly and Delfin Marquez - PBAOTTAWA

Donald Lafond - PBAOTTAWA

Vic and Rhe Rivilla - CFC and PBAOTTAWA

Madette and Rio Buentiempo - CFC and PBAOTTAWA

Dario DeCastro - PBAOTTAWA

Ayesha Vega DeCastro - PBAOTTAWA

Grace Ramos - YFC

Karen Murillo - Catering services

Lorie - Catering services

Edwin Acuna - Pinoy Eh Magazine

Cesar Calderon - G&M Construction and PBAOTTAWA

Manny and Yola Beloy - PBAOTTAWA

Willie Juane Sr. - PBAOTTAWA

Manny thanks to you all.....

Coach Erle

News Update (April 24, 2008)

Only a few months away from PIBNA 2008 (Labor day weekend). Team roster(s) will be finalized by end of April.

Teams that are now complete: (one team was changed and another one was added)

Girls team

35 yrs and older (Men's) division

5'10 and under (Men's Open Division)

20 yr old and under (Men's Open Division - formerly 19 yr old and under)

17 yr old and under boys (new team/division)

13 yr old and under boys/girls

45 yr old Men

11 yr old and under boys/girls

Coaches for some of these teams have been selected, but it is not permament.

NOTE: Please be advised that by showing up and registering for practice doesn't guarantee you being selected as a player for PIBNA. Also, since the tournament will be held here in Ottawa - a lot of folks would like to join and play - unfortunately we abide by our by-laws and some folks may not be selected and please don't be offended by this action.

House league is over....(for now)

Champions: 'You think you can dance'

Runner-up: 'Dzzzzz nuts'

League M.V.P. - Randy of 'You think you can dance...' team

June 16, 2008
50/50 draw winning ticket from Phil. Independence Day picnic (vincent Massey park)
ticket # 275288 - $286.00
The winner (Cesar Calderon) of the 50/50 draw have opted to donate his prize to PBAOTTAWA. Thank you Cesar.
Thank you to all who participated.

June 23, 2008
Bowling tournament updates:
50/50 draw winning ticket:
475813
Recipient of the early bird prize: Rudy Sabas
High Series & high game score (Male)
Nino Leda
High Series & high game schore (Female)
Lillian Cincoleon
High series (youth / boy)
Elvin Chua
High game score (youth /boy)
Daniel Counullon
High series & high game score (youth /girl)
Alea DeCastro
Congratulations to all the winners and thank you to all who have participated and specially to the Nepumoceno and Gonzales Family - and of course a special thanks to Ambassador Jose Brillantes and the staff of The Philippine Embassy.