Working Mom Magazine's All About Kids Bazaar 2014 Happening on August 9!

This August 9, Working Mom Magazine is bringing moms and kids a fun and magical shopping experience like no other as it launches the All About Kids Bazaar at the Rockwell Tent.

All About Kids Bazaar will offer that perfect dose of family fun, with big, big discounts to boot. Apart from games and demos for all kids to enjoy with their families, parents can dig into all their favorite kiddie brands as they go on sale.

Apart from all these, the All About Kids Bazaar, which will be hosted by Jackie Lou Blanco, will have an arts and crafts booth, magic shows, bubble tricks, balloon twisters, and other amazing performances. Even a mom and kid pampering booth will be set up to give moms on the go that perfect chance to slow down with their loved ones. Apart from all these, kids will get the unique chance of meeting two of their favorite cartoon characters, Spongebob Squarepants and Patrick Star!

This year’s All About Kids Bazaar will also be where Working Mom will hold an online photo promo. To join, simply visit and like Working Mom’s official Facebook page (www.facebook.com/workingmom.magazine), take a photo during the event, and tag Working Mom with the hashtags #workingmommagand #allaboutkids. Special gifts will be given to selected photos.

All this and more will be happening on August 9 at the Rockwell Tent from 11:00am to 7:00pm. To enter, each family must simply present a copy of Working Mom’s latest August issue, which is available at leading bookstores and magazine stands nationwide.

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All-Around Pinay Mama's 15 eBook Recipients

 

Thank you so much for joining my month long giveaway. I had so much fun reading and responding to your comments! Here are names of all commenters/qualified recipients of the 15 ebooks!

July 25, 2014- mamemimommy

Happy anniversary mommy SJ! :) habol ako sa last day hihihi ;) more power! :) on GIVEAWAY! Free 15 eBooks to ALL AAPM Commenters from June 25 to July 25, 2014! 

July 25, 2014- cherds

Happy anniversary mommy SJ! :) habol ako sa last day hihihi ;) more power! :) on GIVEAWAY! Free 15 eBooks to ALL AAPM Commenters from June 25 to July 25, 2014!

July 23, 2014- Jhanis V.

I remember this but haven't gotten around to trying it! Must make time for this over the weekend! on My Version of Petite Momma's 3-Ingredient Homemade Ice Cream

 

July 23, 2014- Petite Momma

Nice! Yay!!! :) Glad that you found the recipe useful. Haha! That looks so yummy!! Hubby loves avocado, we'll try your version, too! :) on My Version of Petite Momma's 3-Ingredient Homemade Ice Cream 

July 20, 2014 Hazel Ann Cuarez Asoy

Happy Anniversary Mommy SJ and to your hubby :) I would love to read the books during bonding moments with my boyfriend :) on GIVEAWAY! Free 15 eBooks to ALL AAPM Commenters from June 25 to July 25, 2014!

 

July 20, 2014- Mamanee San Luis

Wow SJ, this is what you can literally call a give away! I'm joining! Yehey! on GIVEAWAY! Free 15 eBooks to ALL AAPM Commenters from June 25 to July 25, 2014!

 

July 18, 2014-  Rackell Villareal

Hello Mommy, Happy Anniversary! I hope to win these ebooks. Very nice gift for our 2nd wedding anniversary on July 24. :) on GIVEAWAY! Free 15 eBooks to ALL AAPM Commenters from June 25 to July 25, 2014!

July 17, 2014- Anonymous

where can i buy maya products? on Chocolate Surprise Cake Using Maya Oven Toaster Cake Mix (Chocolate Cake)

 

July 14, 2014- Mary Joy Del Pilar

ang sarap naman nyan SJ! Ang tagal ko ng di kumakain nyan, years na din. I'm allergic to bagoong kasi and shrimp, kaya nakaka inggit talaga pag may kumakain ng ganyan. Kaya pag kumakain ako karekare, walang lasa kasi walang bagoong na kasama, hehe! on Hubby's Version of My Pinoy Kusina's Pork Binagoongan

July 14, 2014- Kim/ Mom On Duty

I'm heading to the grocery today and this is in my list! #supercraving Thanks for sharing. on Hubby's Version of My Pinoy Kusina's Pork Binagoongan

 

July 13, 2014- GLN

Hi Mommy SJ, I'm so excited when I read about this giveaway. Hope to win these lovely ebooks a well. Happy Anniversary to you! on GIVEAWAY! Free 15 eBooks to ALL AAPM Commenters from June 25 to July 25, 2014!

July 11, 2014- riaramirez4

Happy Anniversary! Hope to win as well! I love reading! on GIVEAWAY! Free 15 eBooks to ALL AAPM Commenters from June 25 to July 25, 2014!

July 11, 2014- Smiley Melai

Amazing! I would love to read these books during my free time especially while cooking home made foodies for my hubby. Happy anniversary to you and your husband. May you be blessed with a great life together on GIVEAWAY! Free 15 eBooks to ALL AAPM Commenters from June 25 to July 25, 2014!

July 11, 2014- Cutie Kaeli

WoW! Love to read those books! :) Sana manalo ko! hehehe Happy Anniversary po sa Inyo Mommy SJ ! More Blessings & love po sa inyong 2 Godbless :) on GIVEAWAY! Free 15 eBooks to ALL AAPM Commenters from June 25 to July 25, 2014!

July 11, 2014- Paarkum Mariano

wow !!!! nice giveway!!!! Congratz poh sa Anniversary , more power , keep up the good work and good blog .... hope isa ako sa mapili nyo Mommy SJ ... on GIVEAWAY! Free 15 eBooks to ALL AAPM Commenters from June 25 to July 25, 2014!

July 10, 2014- vanskyut

Wow..Thanks for sharing this mam SJ..Happy Anniversary & God bless! on GIVEAWAY! Free 15 eBooks to ALL AAPM Commenters from June 25 to July 25, 2014!

July 10, 2014- RANNIEM

 Hi Mommy Sj! I really love reading but was not able to buy new books to read since I gave birth to my first child 3 months ago. This would surely quench my thirst for reading again. Hope to be able to read these ebooks. Happy Anniversary and more power to your blog. Thanks. =) on GIVEAWAY! Free 15 eBooks to ALL AAPM Commenters from June 25 to July 25, 2014!

July 10, 2014- keizylyn

Happy Anniversary poh!!!! Mommy SJ Valdez !!!! hoping na sana isa ako sa makatanggap ng eBooks nyo, Napakaganda poh ng giveaway nyo , lalo na sa katulad kung busy sa gawain sa bahay , para naman may mabasa ako pag tapos na mga gawain sa bahay. Thank You poh !!!! on GIVEAWAY! Free 15 eBooks to ALL AAPM Commenters from June 25 to July 25, 2014!

July 10, 2014-  Patty / MrsC

Happy anniversary to you and your hubby, SJ! The bookworm in me is excited about this giveaway hehe! :) on GIVEAWAY! Free 15 eBooks to ALL AAPM Commenters from June 25 to July 25, 2014!

July 10, 2014- Mariel Contado

 Hi Mommy SJ. I'm very happy to get the chance to have these ebooks. It's my only way to relax every Sunday or whenever i get the time to read. Thanks and Happy Anniversary :) on GIVEAWAY! Free 15 eBooks to ALL AAPM Commenters from June 25 to July 25, 2014!

July 10, 2014- Didai Derilo-Dosal

Hi, mommy SJ, this is such an adventurous giveaway :) i am also a mom who really finds time to read and am so glad to know about this cool gift of yours. I hope to get them and be able to relax during a very hectic day by reading these gorgeous ebooks. Thanks and Happy Anniversary :) on GIVEAWAY! Free 15 eBooks to ALL AAPM Commenters from June 25 to July 25, 2014!

July 2, 2014- Felix Matt

Are you foodie? Wanna enjoy the world cup! Here are some of the best food apps that can deviler you the food that you want to have. on Food Delivery & Car Hunting/Selling Made Easy with FoodPanda & Carmudi Philippines + iPhone 5 Giveaway

June 27, 2014- Sally Yu

Hi SJ, first time to drop by your blog. What a genius idea! Happy 10th wedding anniversary to you and your hubby! Hoping to read those Dan Brown and Paulo Coelho E-books! Thanks in advance! :) on Creating A Memorable But Affordable Anniversary Present

June 26, 2014- maijan56

Hello SJ, I read some of your blogs. They're interesting. I'm also a mom and I'm glad to find your site. We have so many things in common. I also love writing and I'm learning to blog. I will also publish my posts once my blog site is ready. I'd also love to read your free e-books if I qualified. on GIVEAWAY! Free 15 eBooks to ALL AAPM Commenters from June 25 to July 25, 2014!

 

June 25, 2014- Shari Jane Jansen

Wow! Very nice! I want to win and get these books! :) Happy anniversary to you and your hubby. May you be blessed with good health and happiness always! on GIVEAWAY! Free 15 eBooks to ALL AAPM Commenters from June 25 to July 25, 2014!

June 25, 2014- The Pixie Reader

Hi, Joyce! Happy anniversary! :) Hope I'll win these books :) on GIVEAWAY! Free 15 eBooks to ALL AAPM Commenters from June 25 to July 25, 2014!

June 25, 2014- Pauline Reyes

Aside from ELF Waterproof Eyeliner Pen what else have you tried? I’m looking forward to try this one. :) xo, ~Pauline @Kallony on My First Wing Eye Make-up Using E.L.F. Waterproof Eyeliner Pen

Most of you have already sent your full names and email addresses ahead of time. Thank you so much! For those who haven't, I'll wait for your details starting today up to July 31, 2014 until 11:59 PM, Philippine Standard Time. Failure to do so will forfeit your chance to get the prize. You may VISIT MY POST about the giveaway for more information. I'll send the prize all at once on Friday, August 1, 2014 only.

I'll keep you posted! Have a nice day!

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The 5th Philippine Business & Entrepreneurs Expo Happening on July 25 to 27!

Professionals, students and non-working individuals who wanted to put up their own businesses have something to look forward to on July 25-27 in Megatrade Hall 2, SM Megamall. This is because the Philippine Business and Entrepreneurs Expo (PBEX) has come up with an exciting roster of expo participants from different industries. The best thing is that, the admission is FREE. 

Photo Credits: renz15.wordpress.com

Now on its 5^th year, PBEX will showcase more than a hundred companies from the Automotive, Franchising, Food Manufacturing, Direct Selling, Import and Distribution, Health and Beauty, Banking, Technology, industries and many more.

“The objective of this Expo is to cultivate and nurture the small and medium enterprise industry and tap the entrepreneurial spirit of every Filipino,” said Mitch Ballesteros, CEO of Ex-Link Events who are organizing PBEX this year.

Highlights  of  the  Expo  include  the  SME   technologies   on   E-Commerce Aurum Pay  Technologies , Ansi Information Systems, PLDT  and a “Transpo  Negosyo”  Exhibit  showcasing  Kia, Chevrolet  and  Nissan cars.

Aside from the Expo, PBEX has seminar activities lined up to educate, enhance and guide its visitors about how to make your dream business happen. Topics include “Marketing Your Advocacy”, “Greentrepreneurship”, “SME Technologies and E-Commerce for Better Productivity”, “Successful Entrepreneurs Best Practices”, “Dealing with Government Regulations”, and “Doing Business as a Young Entrepreneur”.

“There will also be a Social Enterprise Forum to harness the ideal characteristics of a Social Entrepreneur, a raffle and entertainment in between seminars and talks for the Expo visitors. Freebies will also be given away to our first 500 Expo visitors,” added Ballesteros.

This year’s PBEX is sponsored by ANSI Information Systems Inc, The Real Bank, Murang Generics Pharmacy, PLDT KaAsenso Cyberya, Grandtech International Enterprise Corporation and LICA Auto Nation Inc.

For    inquiries about PBEX, you may contact  Ex-Link Events  at telephone numbers 6433887, 6437760 or 09209242532 or log on to www.philippinebusinessentrepreneursexpo.com/ www.exlinkevents.com.

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Teacher Georcelle Dapat-Sy Talks About Unlocking Latent Talent in Young Kids

Georcelle Dapat-Sy is first and foremost a dancer – mention “dance” and her name is bound to crop up in the entertainment circle of the local industry. Her dedication and commitment to her craft has earned her a niche in a saturated industry that will make room for someone who has worked hard to distinguish her talent. However, Georcelle’s talent in grace in motion is not confined to the stage or the studio alone; it spills over into her personal life, in her mothering, and ultimately in her mentoring of the next generation at large.

Once again, Georcelle gets involved in Promil’s Pre-School i-Shine Talent Camp, which aims to tap the inert talents of the very young and to help them wield the potency that they hold inside.

“The Promil Pre-school program is about recognizing talent. When the potential is seen in a young person, it is categorized,” Georcelle says. Whether innate intelligence or a natural inclination for arts, the mother of three is keen on picking out kids who are naturals in dancing. And this is when the fun starts.

Georcelle knows the benefits of early intervention or starting the mentoring while they’re soft and pliant. She herself started out that way.

A strong sense of determination despite limitations

Contrary to popular notion, being well off is not necessarily a prerequisite to the proper developing of talent. Though many families are blessed to be able to send their children to the most expensive dance schools and hire top of the line instructors, Georcelle didn’t have that kind of privilege to start with. However, she was blessed with parents who were musically inclined.

Her parents quickly recognized her abilities and brought her to the dance program at the Metropolitan Theatre. She took up different styles like tap, jazz, ballet, folk, contemporary and Hawaiian. And because she didn’t come from a wealthy family, her mother was always looking to get her a scholarship while bringing her to auditions at the same time.

In the midst of diligent quests, divine intervention took place. Once, on a trip to UP Diliman to get into the dance program of Tony Fabella and Eddie Elejar, Georcelle and her mom made a mistake and ended up in Felicita Radaic’s class instead. “When we met her, akala niya (she thought) I was an aspiring ballerina, because I had the build. She then wrote a letter to Metropolitan Dance Theatre’s director to put me in the dance scholarship.” This was a heady lesson for the young dancer: Georcelle learned that where funds were lacking, a strong sense of determination would more than make up for it. And fate did the rest.

But the whole process was tedious, testing the young Georcelle’s patience. Nevertheless, Georcelle looks back now and realizes that not everyone gets a chance to study with the best. “My teachers were the best in the country (Agnes Locsin, Noordin Jumalon). They guided me. And true enough, once I started dancing, tuloy tuloy na from there.”

Georcelle was all of 10 years old when she began. At the age of 14, she had become a professional.

Nurturing her children through her passion for dance

Georcelle feels that dancing as a passion promotes closeness and love. As dancing is likewise a part of her, she used it to nurture her children, and not exclude them from an area that dominates her life.

Eventually she exposed her children to the best. “I show them performances, either in concert or ‘You Think You Can Dance’ or ‘America’s Best Dance Crew.’ Then I tell them that the performers trained hard before they reached the level of their performance. My point is that you have to train if you want to be the best. It’s achievable as long as you know the ABC’s and basics. And from there you take it to the next level.”

For Georcelle, the foundation of mentoring kids is love. “We do a lot of hugging, especially when the dancing mood strikes them. Outside of dance, it’s 24/7 parenting. I take my kids to school in the mornings. When I get home from a busy day, I hug them and kiss them even when they’re asleep.”

Does she see herself in them? “Teachers say my kids show qualities in leadership. They have a sense of command. That’s what they got from me.”

The top dance choreographer pays it forward

Not content with just being the top dance choreographer in the land, Georcelle has also had a hand in building G-Force as the leading dance company in the showbusiness today. This has been instrumental in her mentoring the next generation of dancers. Dance classes called ‘Me and My Little Force,’ are designed for the parent and child.

“I started dancing na wala akong pambili ng sapatos (when I had no money to buy shoes). I had a dream to give a chance to those who didn’t have the means.” For Georcelle, it was all about expressing her gratitude for having all those great teachers when she was young. “So now this is my way of paying it forward.”

Today, the G-Force Project is becoming more and more of a family event. It started out as morning classes for kids, until she eventually decided to put in the moms who were requesting for zumba classes with the kids.

“Me and my 4-year old son dance together, so that’s where I got the inspiration. In class the little ones would mimic their mommies and that’s a great way to develop motor skills and photographic memory. When they grow up they’ll remember the fun, the exercise and the bonding.”

It’s clear that being a mother has made Georcelle not just a better person, but a better mentor as well.

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About Wyeth Nutrition

Wyeth Nutrition, formerly Pfizer Nutrition, is part of Nestlé S.A.  Wyeth Nutrition develops premium-quality nutritional products scientifically designed to meet the needs of infants and young children, as well as pregnant and lactating mothers. As pioneers in infant nutritional science, our mission is to provide thd clinice best nutritional support for future healthy outcomes. For nearly a century, Wyeth Nutrition has leverageal rigor, scientific research, world-class manufacturing and product safety standards to drive scientifically-sound solutions that offer parents confidence, help nourish children and support their healthy futures.

About Promil Pre-School i-Shine Talent Camp

The pre-school years are a good time for parents to start nurturing the gifts of their children. This is the age where they start to develop and apply what they have learned in their earlier years - they are becoming more and more curious and their character and interests will begin to emerge at this age. Parents play a key role in nurturing their child’s potential, especially when it comes to giving them the encouragement they need and proper nutrition so they can pursue their interests. Per DOH-FDA-CFRR Permit No. 0166 s. 2014.

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