The Little Gym’s Halloween Flash Bash

For you, it’s a worry-free activity. For them, it’s two hours filled with adventure, skill-building, and fun!

A spooktacular halloween party at The Little Gym lets you enjoy a kid-free afternoon to catch up with errands or have a little bit of me-time. Meanwhile, your children get to experience quality “kid time” in a safe, fun, and familiar environment with trained instructors who lead them through games, music, and skill-building activities.

The Little Gym’s Halloween Flash Bash invitation goes out to children ages 3 to 12 years and is open to all The Little Gym members and guests (non-members). So, kids, wear your favorite costume and join The Little Gym of Pasig – Mandaluyong on Oct. 29 from (12:00 to 2:00 pm) and The Little Gym of Alabang (Oct. 28, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm) for some spooktacular fun!

Visit @thelittlegymphilippines for inquiries on ticket prices and details.

Smart Parenting’s Baby Shower

Smart Parenting is set to hold a workshop for expectant moms called Baby Shower on November 11, 2017 (Saturday), from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm at Discovery Suites, Ortigas Center, Pasig City.

Soon-to-be moms can gather helpful information and advice from experts regarding pregnancy and child birth (topics range from Breastfeeding 101 to Post-Partum Recovery) as well as enjoy relaxing activities that are perfect for mom-to-bes in this intimate gathering.

Only 100 slots will be available for this workshop. Interested participants may register here to reserve a slot.

For more information, visit @smartparenting.ph.

Metro Savvy is Looking for Interns

We’re looking for talented people who will join our growing team as:

Web Intern

– Must be a 3rd or 4th year student of Computer Science or related field
– Possesses a solid understanding of OOP language/frameworks such as Java, C#, C++, etc.
– Will report to our Ortigas Center, Pasig City office;

Content Writer Intern

– Must be fluent in written English & Filipino
– Must have excellent communication & writing skills
– Must be familiar with WordPress or similar CMS platforms
– Having an active social media presence is an advantage but not required
– May work from home.

Interested applicants may send their CV to info@metrosavvyph.com. Deadline of submission of application is June 20, 2017.

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The Lopez Museum & Library Offers 2-Day Free Admission

In celebration of International Museum Day, the Lopez Museum and Library will offer free admission on Thursday, May 18, 2017, and Saturday, May 20, 2017. There will be thematic tours on Saturday, May 20, focusing on the current exhibition “Pauses of Possibility” and showcasing selected materials from the library collection in relation to the International Museum Day theme, Museums and contested histories: Saying the unspeakable in museums. Museum hours are from 8 am to 5 pm, Monday to Saturday.

For more details, visit lopez-museum.com. For inquiries, call +63 2 631 2417 / 635 9545 or send e-mail to lmmpasig@gmail.com.

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Lopez Museum and Library is located at G/F Benpres Building, Exchange Road cor. Meralco Ave., Ortigas Center, Pasig City, Metro Manila, Philippines. 

Mother’s Day Book Sale by Adarna House

It’s Adarna House’s Mother’s Day Book Sale today, May 14, 2017 (10 am to 10 pm), and there’s plenty of books you can buy at up to 60% off. Visit the 4th pop-up sale at Lower Ground Level (in front of BPI and BDO), Estancia Mall.

To browse some of the books available at the pop-up sale, click here. All items are for sale until supplies last. Payments are on cash basis only. For more information, visit facebook.com/adarnahouseonline.

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For over 35 years, Adarna House has been responding to the need of Filipino children to have enjoyable literary experiences. The company’s books now serve Filipino kids of every age across the world—from birth through teenage years.

Estancia Mall is located in Capitol Commons, Meralco Ave., Pasig City, Metro Manila, Philippines.

The Birth Basics Workshop

Expecting? Be empowered. Join the next Birth Basics Workshop by Birthing is a Blessing Childbirth Mentoring and Doula Support Service on June 3, 2017 (from 8 am to 6 pm) at co.lab in Pasig City.

Facilitated by husband-and-wife mentors Manny and doula Betty San Luis, this workshop is designed to empower expectant couples to have a positive and gentle birth.

Workshop rates (inclusive of one (1) workbook, certificate of attendance, and light refreshments):

– Early Bird Rate (book on or before May 15, 2017): Php4,900 per couple
– Regular Rate: Php5,300 per couple
– Walk-in Rate: Php5,500 per couple

To register and secure a slot, click here. To know more about the workshop, visit facebook.com/birthingisablessing. For inquiries, send e-mail to birthingisablessing@gmail.com.

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co.lab is located at 3/F Unit 301, No. 3 Brixton Street, Kapitolyo, Pasig City, 1603 Philippines.

Additional Discounts at Pottery Barn and West Elm via HSBC

Shop at Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids and West Elm on May 13, 2017 at Estancia and get up to 30% off on sale items. HSBC credit cardholders get an exclusive 20% discount on regular-priced items and additional 10% off on sale items. Terms and conditions apply.

For more information, visit hsbc.com.ph.

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Estancia is located in Capitol Commons, Meralco Avenue, Pasig City 1605 Metro Manila, Philippines.

Source: promotional email from HSBC Philippines

Water Service Interruption Advisory From Manila Water

Manila Water Company, Inc. releases water service interruption advisory for Pateros, parts of Pasig, and parts of Taguig due to a pipe relocation activity in Parian Creek, Pasig City. Around 53,000 households will be affected by the water service interruption from Monday, May 15, 2017 at 8 pm to Tuesday, May 16, 2017 at 6 am. Residents in these areas are advised to store water for their needs during the said period.

Affected areas are the following:

All barangays in Pateros

Parts of Pasig

– Kapasigan
– Bagong Katipunan
– Sta. Cruz
– Kalawaan
– San Jose
– Malinao
– Sto. Tomas
– Buting
– Sta. Rosa
– Palatiw
– Bambang
– Sumilang
– San Nicolas
– San Joaquin

Parts of Taguig

– Ususan
– Napindan
– Hagonoy
– Tuktukan
– Palingon
– Bambang
– Sta. Ana
– Calzada
– Ibayo Tipas
– Wawa
– Ligid Tipas
– San Miguel
– Parts of New Lower Bicutan

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Source: twitter.com/ManilaWaterPH, news.abs-cbn.com

Summer Sale at Tiendesitas

Summer Sale is on at Tiendesitas from May 5 to 7, 2017. Get awesome deals and summer-perfect finds on fashion, accessories, food and more from today until Sunday.

For more information, visit tiendesitas.com.ph or @tiendesitas on Facebook.

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Tiendesitas is a shopping and family entertainment destination in Pasig City that caters to foreign and domestic shoppers looking for the best Philippine products. It showcases local goods and services such as native food, Philippine fashion wear and accessories, furniture, antiques, handicrafts, personal care and novelty items, pets, plants, and other locally made products. More than 450 traders, mostly entrepreneurs from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao offer specialty merchandise at this mall and lifestyle complex.

It’s located in Ortigas Avenue cor. E. Rodriguez Ave. (C-5), Metro Manila, Philippines.

Scratch Workshop by JACK

Let your child delve into the world of coding through the Junior Academy for Coding Knowledge, Inc.’s (JACK) second run of its Scratch for kids workshop from May 1 to 5, 2017, 8 am to 12 nn. Fee is Php8,500 per module.

Young developers will learn the basics of programming through Scratch, a programming platform and educational tool that will let them create their own stories, animations and games by dragging blocks of code.

For more information, visit jack.com.ph or JackSchoolPH. For inquiries, call +63 2 0977 8410482 or email learncoding@jack.com.ph.

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JACK is located at Penthouse, East Tower, Philippine Stock Exchange Centre, Ortigas Center, 1605 Pasig City, Metro Manila, Philippines.