Moncadenian 2nd annual gala

March 11—The Moncadenians 2nd Anniversary Dinner Dance. The Moncadenians of North America, Inc. will hold its 2nd anniversary dinner-dance at Dante Caterers at 75-07 31st Ave., Jackson Heights (Queens) from 7pm-12am. Attire is formal. Donation is $65. Buffet and cocktail hour:7pm-8pm. Open bar, free parking. Music by Ernie & Rey of the The DJ Express. For reservation and other information, call Pete Guzman (347) 307-3144, Ron Capitulo (718) 229-5136.

Filipino Therapists to hold immigration and investment planning forum

March 11—The Philippine Physical Therapy Association New York, Inc. will hold an immigration forum from 2:30 pm at 50-11 Queens Blvd., Woodside, NY. An experienced lawyer will discuss the latest immigration topics specific to therapists. It will be followed by a discussion on financial investment planning as well as how to save on taxes by an expert in the field. Free to all active members, a donation of $10 for non-members. Snacks will be served. For details call Rafael 718-749-6838, Marifel 718-298-6067, Ron 347-886-6661, Oliver 646-707-2646 or Glenda 516-220-0572.

Aklan Association ’06 Ati-Atihan

MARCH 11 — The Aklan Association Eastern USA, Inc., will hold its annual Ati-Atihan Festival 2006, and coronation of Master Sto. Niño, at Our Lady of Mercy Church auditorium, 40 Sullivan Ave., Jersey City, NJ. Mass will begin sharply at 6:30 pm with festival to follow. Mass will be concelebrated by Fr. Jake Beltran and Fr. Pablo Rentino. Adults: $15.00. Teens/Seniors: $10.00. Kids (7-12 yrs.): $5.00. 6 yrs. and under are free. For more info call Henry Rogan 973-736-7726; Tess Refols 718-763-3827; Terence Raz 718-761-2126; Lionel Egasan 914-793-2738; Jun Duran 845-358-9285; Virgil Malapit 201-265-2068; Belma/Ric Abello 973-325-8445; Bernie Tamayo 718-297-2732; Pete Ibadlit 917-362-4974; Don Romero 973-829-7088; Nonoy Castro 201-568-9822; Nonong Franco 908-206-1389 or Jun Teston 718-835-2209.

MEGAWORLD investment clinics

MARCH 18-26, 2006—MEGAWORLD International Investment Clinics, sponsored by inNova Terra Ventures, Inc., for FilAms interested in affordable Philippine properties. Mar 18: 6237 Spring Knoll Dr., Harrisburg, PA, 12:30 to 4:30pm; Mar 19: Subic BBQ Restaurant at Route 440, 48 Kellog St, Jersey City, 1:00 to 5:00pm; Mar 20: Perlas ng Silangan Restaurant, 69-09 Roosevelt Ave., Woodside, NY, 6:30 to 8:30pm; Mar 21: 21 Eagle Rd, Marlboro, NJ, 6:30 to 8:30pm; Mar 22: Kabalen Restaurant, 197 Mallory Ave.,Jersey City, 6:30 to 8:30pm; Mar 23: 8 Morgan Drive, Sparta, NJ, 6:30 to 8:30pm; Mar 24: Kalayaan Annex, Phil Consulate, Fifth Ave, 6:30 to 8:30pm; Mar 25: Manila Deli & Cuisine, 191 North Washington Ave, Bergenfield, NJ - 2:30 to 5:30pm; Mar 26: Barons Steak House, 168 White Horse Pike, Clementon, NJ - 11:00am to 4:00pm. For details and RSVP, call Lily Ledesma at 845-238-2595 or 917-622-2536 ; Lorna Schneider at 646-765-5957. www.megaworldinternational.com

LIAF ‘Coping and Caring’ confab

MARCH 25—The Long Island Alzheimer’s Foundation (LIAF) will host its 18th annual “Coping and Caring” conference and expo from 8am to 3:30pm at the Long Island Marriott Hotel, 101 James Doolittle Blvd, Uniondale. The conference will be addressing topics such as: The physical and emotional benefits of leisure activities, how laughter can make a difference; and legal issues dealing with medicare, among other helpful presentations and workshops. The conference is aimed at families and professional caregivers for those with Alzheimerís disease and related dementias. Admission is $40 in advance or $45 at the door, and includes continental breakfast, lunch and program materials. For more info or to register, call LIAF toll free at 866-789-5423. The keynote speaker for the conferences will be Joe Verghese, MD, MS, Associated Professor of Neurology and the Feil Faculty Scholar at the The Albert Einstein College of Medicine.

Financial strategies for today's woman

MARCH 28—Learn How To Take Control Of Your Money And Your Future. Prepare yourself for a better financial future. Attend a free educational seminar that addresses the special needs and concerns of women and money. Tuesday, March 28th from 7:00 PM ñ 8:00 PM. Primerica Financial Services, Juniper Plaza, 3499 Route 9 North, Suite 2-A, Freehold, NJ 07728. To reserve a seat or, if unable to attend, to request a personal appointment, call (732) 845-0006, Monday-Friday (9:00 AM ñ 5:00 PM), or (888) 827-6257.

Fil-Am engineers 11th anniv. dinner-dance, induction ball

APRIL 1—The Filipino-American Association of Engineers, Inc. will hold its 11th anniversary dinner-dance and induction ball at the grand ballroom of Astoria World Manor at 25-22 Astoria Boulevard, Astoria, N.Y., from 7:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Attire: strictly formal. Donation is $65. Music by The New Dynamic Band. $75 at the door. Buffet and cocktail hour: 7:30-8:30 p.m. Open bar entire evening. Free parking. For reservation, call Mario Garcia (732) 833-6484, Joann Carman (718) 318-0697, Ferdi Taruc (917) 365-7000, Nestor Hermosura (203) 357-0900, Realinda Unay (973) 919-3247, Rudy Quiambao (718) 898-7500, Pete Bonus (718) 843-1156, Jimmy Marcos (516) 248-0750, Ed Macaraeg (201) 343-7321, Antonio Pungot (201) 983-1296, Rudy Jimena (516) 805-4777.

Pops-Regine concert at Mohegan Sun

APRIL 2—Concert Queen Pops Fernandez and Asia's Songbird Regine Velasquez will be presented by Group Ole, Inc., in a spring concert at the beautiful Mohegan Sun Arena, in Uncasville, Connecticut. This is the first time FIlipino artists will perform in this huge arena. With special guest, Mr. Songwriter Jose Mari Chan. The concert is 2 p.m. It is the first day of Daylight Savings Time so everybody is asked to advance their clocks forward before going to bed on Saturday. Tickets are $108. $78, $48. and can be purchased by logging on at www.carouselpinoy.com  For venue information, visit www.mohegansun.com

‘Battlegrounds of the Braves’ in Cherry Hill

APRIL 9—Join us in remembering Bataan and Corregidor “Battlegounds of the Braves” from 11am-5pm at the American Legion Post 372, Marlboro and Martin Ave., Cherry Hill, NJ 08002. A Catholic mass will be held at 11:15am in memory of our deceased veterans and their wives. We invite your family and friends for social gathering and complimentary food. Sponsored by: American Legion Gen Alejo Santos Post #717 and the Ladies Auxiliary South Jersey Volunteers for Veterans. For details, please contact Emmanuel Goce 856-435-8632, Lambert Santos 215-923-7723 or 856-795-5576, Jimmy Soriano 215-467-7984 or Jaime Peralta 856-428-2450.

Bukas Palad Choir to launch album at St. Malachy's NYC

APRIL 12—Bukas Palad, the flagship choir of the Jesuit Music Ministry in the Philippines, is coming to St. Malachy’s Church, The Actors’ Chapel, on April 12 to launch its seventh album, “God of Silence,” in New York City. As part of the Holy Week Presentation of St. Malachy’s, Bukas Palad will present new inspirational and liturgical songs from “God of Silence,” some of which were composed by Fr. Manoling Francisco, SJ, known for composing famous inspirational songs like “Hindi Kita Malilimutan,” “Tanging Yaman,” and “Sa Yo Lamang,” to name a few. (To hear sound bytes of “God of Silence,” visit www.bukaspalad.com ) The show will also feature the Cathedral of St. Patrick Young Singers, the official children’s choir of St. Patrick Cathedral on Fifth Avenue. For advanced ticket sales or to get involved in a committee, email joy@actorschapel.org  or call (212) 489-1340 x 101. Tickets are $20 ($15 with student ID). Group discounts available for 10 or more.

Deadline for Mrs. Phil-USATM ’07 application/nomination set

APRIL 15—Deadline for submission of application/nomination for Mrs. Philippines-USATM 2007, sponsored by the Filipino Social Club of New York, Inc. Candidates must be a Filipina descent, married, divorcee r widowed in good standing. Candidates will be presented during the Mother’s Day ball at Riccardo’s Tiffany Room. Winner will receive a round trip ticket to the Philippines, crown, trophy, sash and bouquet of roses with formal coronation rites at the grand ballroom of Astoria World Manor. She will serve as the ambassadress of goodwill and will distribute the club’s charity to needy Filipinos. Contact persons are Joann Carman (718) 318-0697, Lea Segard (718) 318-0697, Tessie Tadle (212) 828-7016, Abel/Tess Baylon (718) 479-1929, Sam/Yolly Robeniol (516) 328-3281, Mimi Lipscomb (914) 963-9786, Pearl Winthal (914) 968-8703, Connie Pornillos (212) 876-7565, Minda Kennedy (718) 418-1092, Serafina Sengco (201) 876-1830, Eli/Alfie Bergancia (516) 385-9898 or e-mail mrsphil95@aol.com

Day of Prayer to mark feast of Divine Mercy in Stockbridge

APRIL 23—Join for a day of prayer at the National Shrine of the Divine Mercy in Stockbridge Massachusetts in honor of the feast of Divine Mercy. Bus pick up at 7 a.m. at 179 St. cor. Fort Washington Ave. NYC; 7:15 a.m. at St. John's Church Broad Ave. in Leonia NJ; and 7:30 a.m. at St. Joseph's Church, 40 Spring St. Lodi, NJ. Donation is $30 to benefit the Seminary of the Adorno Fathers in Ramsey, NJ and in the Philippines. Make checks payable to "The Adorno Fathers" and send to Gloria Ramos at 359 Union St. Lodi, NJ 07644. For further info., call Ramon and Gloria (973) 473-7366, The Adorno Fathers (201) 327-7375, Gerry & Naning (718) 931-4254, or St. John's Prayer Group (201)568-2967.

San Juan de Dios Hospital RN Class ’61 reunion in HI

MAY 12-13—The Hospital de San Juan de Dios, College of Nursing, Class 1961 will hold a grand reunion at the Sheraton Kauai Resort in Kauai, Hawaii. For complete information, call Perlita Senti-Cruz Mararagan at (808) 337-9588, Mila Salvador Yuson (415) 681-2250, Mercy Rodriguez Nelson (973) 989-0764, Imelda Basconcello Tecson (757) 466-0459 or Aida Arce Fusilero (925) 292-1515.

Mrs. Philippines-USATM ‘07 presentation, Mother’s Day ball

MAY 14—A Mother’s Day ball and presentation of candidates for Mrs. Philippines-USATM 2007 will be held from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Riccardo’s (Tiffany Room), 21-01 24th Avenue, Astoria, N.Y. (718-721-7777). Attire: Hawaiian (best costume will be awarded). Music by Revival Disco. Donation: $55/person ($65 at the door), unlimited wine, beer & soda. Free parking. For reservations, call Joann Carman (718) 318-0697, Tessie Tadle (212) 828-7016, Lea Segaro (718) 429-1567, Abel/Thess Baylon 718-479-1929, Pearl Winthal 914-968-8703, Sam/Yolly Robeniol 516-328-3281, Mimi Lipscomb 914-423-6685 or Connie Pornillos 212-369-8967.

St. Paul High Class ’81 gear for grand reunion

All graduates of St. Paul College of Manila, High School Class of 1981, are asked to sign up for the membership directory and join preparations for the grand alumnae homecoming and silver jubilee celebration in January 2006. A year-long series of fund raising activities are being planned in the U.S. and the Philippines. For details e-mail Cres Llorca-Logan at spcmhs81@yahoo.ca  orMica Calica-Kerkdijk at gelikerk@yahoo.com  or Loudette Torres-de Leon at EdgarLou@juno.com

Arellano High Class ’56 to mark golden jubilee

Arellano High School Class of 1956 will celebrate its golden jubilee on April 30, 2006. One celebration will be held back home for all Philippine-based alumni, and one in the United States for those who have migrated here. The locations and other data will be announced later. Ray Olmos of Southern California is the U.S. coordinator. He can be reached at (800) 883-7243 ext. 1005 or by email: rpolmos@rcmclean.com  Contact persons in the Philippines are Horacio See at 09174681875 (rexysese@yahoo.com ) and Herman Gamboa at htgamboa@dcdc.com.pha