Christmas House in Dumaguete

The Christmas House of Dr. Absin

Since 25 years Dr Absin’s Christmas House opens the doors for visitors from the City, the Philippines and from all over the world. Everybody is invited to spend some hours at his property, to feel the spirit of Christmas.

Christmas House in Dumaguete

Christmas House in Dumaguete

 

Since years, the Christmas House is a “must” on our schedule. One does never get too old for a visit. The visit is not only about the decorations. Many of the figurines are antiques, which are arranged into beautiful sceneries. Each by itself is admirable.dumaguete Christmas Absint-House-080

The Christmas House is located on 143 Hibbard Avenue. In 2013 it is supposed to open on December 14.

Christmas House in Dumaguete Piapi

Christmas House in Dumaguete Piapi

The following pictures are just a few of the hundreds we took over the last years.

Dr. Absin Christmas House in Dumageuete

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Hope you enjoyed the pictures. If so, leave a comment.

Dumaguete Project Santa Thursday Club at Provincial Hospital 2012

Christmas for the Kids at Provincial Hospital

Some folks organize traditionally some special Christmas for the children, which are admitted to Negros Oriental Provincial Hospital in Dumaguete at Christmas. The guys and girls will meet on 23rd of December downtown at Casablanca Restaurant and go to the Hospital together.

Dumaguete Project Santa Thursday Club at Provincial Hospital 2012

Dumaguete Project Santa Thursday Club at Provincial Hospital 2012

As we couldn’t write it better, below the original post as a quote:

Project Santa 13

Have you noticed how quickly the time flies by ? Yep, me too. Every year seems to disappear a bit quicker than the one before. It seems like only yesterday that we were scrabbling around, ticking off lists, packing bags, and testing cuddly toys for the surprise visit of Santa to the children in the Provincial Hospital at Christmas. But the clock never stands still and here we are again almost halfway through the “ber” months. Two months from today will be Christmas Eve, so it’s time to kick-start Project Santa 13. Last year we provided gift bags for 150 children, from new born and premature babies to 11 years old, and we just about made the mark in quantity. So this year we will provide for 200 children. At just 200 pesos per child the Christmas fund will need 40,000 pesos. The largest group is the walking age to 5, so the breakdown of gift bags will possibly be as follows:-

New babies to pre-walking – 50 bags.
Walking to 5/6 ish unisex – 70 bags.
5/6 to 11 ish girls – 40 bags.
5/6 to 11 ish boys – 40 bags. Total 200 bags.

The age groups of those in there can never be accurately predicted as there are constant admissions and departures. So the increased quantity of gift bags for the 5/6/7 years old age bracket gives us a grey area where the child could get a gift bag from any of the categories other than new babies. All of the bags contain hygiene products with variations according to age and sex, plus games, books, colouring books, pens, yo-yo’s, dolls, cars, things that bounce and things that don’t, plus all new babies and unisex to 5/6 also have a safe cuddly toy.

I risk repeating myself here from last year, but I make no apologies for that. The children that are in there at Christmas are from the poorest and most marginalised sections of society. Most know what Christmas is, but none of them have experienced the indulgences that we take for granted in the western world. They’re sick, they’re in a strange environment, they’re in pain and they’re frightened. Some of them, sadly, may not have another Christmas. For them it’s just another day amongst the 365, and our object is to change that. It only takes an hour to hand out the gifts, but the look of surprise and excitement from the kids makes it a truly magical hour.

I’d like to emphasise, so that there can be no misinterpretation, that this is a notice of intent, simply an announcement of what we plan, and is in no way a solicitation for donations. Any help is gratefully received, but that is a matter for each individuals conscience and generosity. We kick-off today with 5000 in the pot. Come what may, I guarantee that the 40k will be there.

One hour. Free
One gift bag. 200 pesos.
One smile from a sick child. Priceless.

While surely everybody is busy to feast at the companies Christmas parties, family gatherings and so on, any kind of support is appreciated.

Just be a part of it to create a smile like on the picture below.

Project Santa 2012 Dumaguete

The Happy Santa’s Helper..

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The Preparation

Roger Standley Thursday Club Shopping

Roger Standley Thursday Club Shopping

The whole event does not take much longer than 1 – 2 hours. If you have any questions, want to share some of your precious time, or even have 200 Peso left to give one of those poor children a very special day, just get in touch with us via the contact form.

Check out this video with more pictures of Project Santa:

Miss Dumaguete 2012

Miss Dumaguete 2012

Miss Dumaguete 2012

Miss Dumaguete 2012

The Miss Dumaguete Beauty Pageant is without any doubts one of the highlights of each years Fiesta in Dumaguete. Like each year, the Macias Sports complex was filled with thousands of spectators, cheering for the candidates. But before it got there, they all had to go through some weeks of screening and endless presentations.

Before the lovely ladies entered the stage we were able to sneak backstage and take some snapshots during their preparation for the show.

Backstage at Miss Dumaguete 2012

The Miss Dumaguete 2012 beauty pageant started with the production number followed by casual- and beachwear.

Finally the ten stunning candidates got into beautiful gowns for the last round and the awarding of all minor and major awards.

Congratulations Miss Dumaguete 2012

Miss Dumaguete 2012

 

 

dumaguete motocross 2012 Kids

Motocross at Robinsons Place Dumaguete

Dumaguete is also dubbed as the unofficial “Motorcycle Capital of the Philippines“. It is therefore not surprising that the City has an active Motocross Scene. Several Motocross events are taking place in Dumaguete and Negros all around the year. Thousands of spectators along the racetrack cheering for their favorites and getting excited.

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dumaguete motocross 2012

Each event has different categories, from Junior Motocross on their small bikes to semi-pros on their high-tech racing machines. The smell of gasoline, the noise, the tension which can be felt everywhere puts all what a motorsport event needs can be found at the Motocross Events in Dumaguete.

Pictures of Motocross in Dumaguete

There is no admission fee to the motocross racing events in Dumaguete and the best places are taken very fast. However, if one comes a little bit late, there is always a branch in a tree.

 

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dumaguete-motocross 2012

See you at the next Dumaguete Motocross Event.

Mr & Mrs Buglasan 2012

Mr & Miss Buglasan 2012

Mr & Mrs Buglasan 2012

Last nights Mr & Mrs Buglasan 2012 competition, and what a colorful event it was. While the seats in the audience were filling up, we sneaked backstage to get some shots of the candidates.

When the candidates entered the stage, they were welcome with loud cheers from the audience. They all looked stunning and we could not decide who should win. But judge yourself who is your:

Mr & Miss Buglasan 2012

Buglasan Civic-Parade 2012

Buglasan 2012 – Civic Parade

The sun was smiling, when the Buglasan 2012 Civic Parade made its way through the hot, blistering streets of downtown Dumaguete. Check out some of our pictures of the colorful parade here: