10.29.2014

FREAKY SATURDAY AT NUVALI’S NIGHT SKY CINEMA


NUVALI and Sky Cable showcased three horror movies with Night Sky Cinema Presents: Fright Night at The Fields, NUVALI, Laguna that brought shivers to the viewers last Saturday, October 25, to herald Halloween. Aside from the big screening event, it also showcased food fair and game events. There were even Halloween characters roaming around the grounds to add to the festive atmosphere.

Photo Courtesy of: Open Diary of an Only Child

Families and friends gathered to a picnic-themed movie marathon at the NUVALI soccer ground. Everyone was thrilled to see the movies that were thoroughly selected by the organizers to make sure that the night would be filled with screams of terror. Satisfied smiles shining from the faces of the viewers after the movie marathon was proof of the success of the outdoor film activity.

The film screening started at 5:00 pm and ended at around 1:30 am. The films were shown according to the level of terror it could elicit from the audience. The screening started with Zombieland, followed by The Sixth Sense, and, lastly, The Conjuring which was categorized as Rated R for containing disturbingly violent and terrifying scenes as per IMDb.com.

Photo Courtesy of: Open Diary of an Only Child

To make the night more knee-quaking, games were held at intervals during the marathon such as Zombie Hunters where people got the chance to chase after zombies, take photos around the area and at the Photo Haunt wall. The participants also got a chance to solve the Zombie Mystery to win prizes.

Photo Courtesy of: Open Diary of an Only Child

Photo Courtesy of: Open Diary of an Only Child

Karen Vizacarra-Virey also known as “DJ Dylan” of rock alternative radio station NU 107.5 hosted the whole event. The NUVALI’s signature film activity was made possible with the joint effort of NUVALI and Sky Cable with the help of Nutrilin, La Filipina, Yellow Cab, Amaia, OLX and Pambatang Solmux.

10.28.2014

Habitat and Minka Collaborate for a Common Purpose

PRESS RELEASE:



“Minka” a South American term meaning “collaborating together for a common purpose” is now starting to be the trendy byword amongst the health-conscious market with its advocacy of being known not just as an ordinary toothbrush, but spearheading a so-called “toothbrush movement” .
In a groundbreaking partnership, Minka Toothbrushes, which are available at all Healthy Options stores nationwide, have partnered with Habitat for Humanity Philippines in its ongoing social advocacy campaign.


For every sale of a Minka Toothbrush at Healthy Options, 10% of its sales will go towards ongoing projects by Habitat, particularly its water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) program. The Minka Toothbrush packaging will also include Habitat’s logo, to further promote its advocacy and awareness to socially conscious customers.
Minka Toothbrushes, incidentally, are biodegradable bamboo toothbrushes, that are environmentally-friendly.
“At Habitat, we believe sanitation and health are improved when you provide a family with decent housing, tying hand-in-hand with Minka’s vision to raise worldwide awareness on sustainability and health,” said Charlie Ayco, CEO and Managing Director of Habitat. 



Minka also plans to produce a biodegradable soap in line the WASH program and the Toothbrush Movement.

“Partnering with an organization which aims to improve livelihood across the world, strengthens both Minka’s and Habitat’s collaborated work towards a global, unified goal,” said Ayco.