The Filipino Association of Nova Scotia: An Eyewitnessed History, by Dr. Jacobo R. Asuncion, Jr.
This is a historical account of the author, founder and founding President of the Filipino Association of Nova Scotia who initiated, participated and eyewitnessed the metamorphosis/development of the Society. Its scope depicted and highlighted the main events and achievements of the Presidents and of the Board of Directors with the support of their members. We all worked hard together through the years and built this association into the kind of Society that we are all proud of today.
Monday 4 February 2013
The FANS LIVING HISTORY Part 5 by Dr. J.R.Asuncion Jr.
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*** The FANS LIVING HISTORY ***
Part 5
by
Dr. Jacobo R. Asuncion, Jr.,
A.A., M.D., C.M.
" Where we led in the past,&
now we lead forward !!!"
" I do firmly beleive that it would
be wise for us to record our
accomplishments in our...
FANS LIVING HISTORY.
"To do otherwise, would be unwise
because all these historical facts
will be lost forever !!! "
Dr. Jacobo R. Asuncion Jr.,
A.A., M.D., C.M.
Founder, 1st President &
Founding President &
Chair of the B.O.D.
The Filipino Association
of Nova Scotia
Halifax, N.S., CANADA.
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2013.February.03
Sunday @ 8:00 AM to 12:00 Noon +
WELCOME TO:
The 2013 PILIPINOS in HALIFAX
BASKETBALL LEAGUE ( P H B L )
SECOND SEASON
CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
@
ST. Andrews Community Center's
Basketball Court
GRAND OPENING CEREMONIES :
1. Basketball Commisioner's Remarks.
Charles Quintanilla, PHBL Commisioner
2. Singing of the National Anthems
by
" O CANADA "
" BAYANG MAGILIW "
3. Welcome Address
by : Leni van der Jagt,
President , F A N S
4. Dance by Young Adult's Group
" Gam Nam Style"
5. Dance by Chilidren's Group
" Gam Nam Style"
6. Introduction of the
2013 P H B L TEAMS
SEASON 2
(1) JD Dartmouth
(2) Janiking
(3) Spartans
(4) Halifax Gilas
(5) Green Blades
(6) Filcan
(7) Crusaders
(8) Warriors
(9) JMP
7. Let the games begin !
1st Game :
" Green Blades " ***
vs
" Warriors "
Winner:
2nd Game :
" JD Dartmouth "
vs
" JMP "
Winner:
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2013.February.10
Sunday
2013 P H B L
Season 2
Championship Game
@
St. Andrew's Community Center
Basketball Court
1st Game
2nd Game
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2013.February.16
Saturday
FANS VALENTINES
DINNER & DANCE
@
PACIFICO
Saturday 1 December 2012
FANS LIVING HISTORY Part 4 by Dr. J.R.Asuncion Jr.,M.D.
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*** FANS LIVING HISTORY Part 4 ***
by
Dr. Jacobo R. Asuncion, Jr.,
A.A.,M.D.,C.M.
" Where we led in the past, and
now we lead forward !!!"
" I do firmly believe that it would
be wise for us to record our
accomplishments and events
in our...
FANS LIVING HISTORY !!!
"To do otherwise, would be unwise
because these historical facts shall
be lost forever !!! "
Dr. Jacobo R. Asuncion.Jr.,
A.A., M.D., C.M.
Founder, 1st President,
Founding President & Chair of
the Board of Directors,
The FILIPINO ASSOCIATION
OF NOVA SCOTIA, Halifax,N.S.,
C A N A D A.
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2012.DECEMBER.09
ST.AGNES PARISH HALL
@ 1 pm to 6 pm
FANS CHRISTMAS PARTY
There was Buffet Dinner Gallor consisting
of Prepared food entrees for the Society
and Potluck food entrees. The totality of
the varieties of food as far as the eyes can
see---was undoubtedly A GASTRONOMIC
DELIGHT FILIPINO STYLE !!! The audi-
torium was decorated Filipino Style complete
with multicolored Parols !
*** FANS LIVING HISTORY Part 4 ***
by
Dr. Jacobo R. Asuncion, Jr.,
A.A.,M.D.,C.M.
" Where we led in the past, and
now we lead forward !!!"
" I do firmly believe that it would
be wise for us to record our
accomplishments and events
in our...
FANS LIVING HISTORY !!!
"To do otherwise, would be unwise
because these historical facts shall
be lost forever !!! "
Dr. Jacobo R. Asuncion.Jr.,
A.A., M.D., C.M.
Founder, 1st President,
Founding President & Chair of
the Board of Directors,
The FILIPINO ASSOCIATION
OF NOVA SCOTIA, Halifax,N.S.,
C A N A D A.
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2012.DECEMBER.09
ST.AGNES PARISH HALL
@ 1 pm to 6 pm
FANS CHRISTMAS PARTY
There was Buffet Dinner Gallor consisting
of Prepared food entrees for the Society
and Potluck food entrees. The totality of
the varieties of food as far as the eyes can
see---was undoubtedly A GASTRONOMIC
DELIGHT FILIPINO STYLE !!! The audi-
torium was decorated Filipino Style complete
with multicolored Parols !
THE PROGRAM
EMCEE: Leni & Alona
PART I
1. Opening Remarks:
Leni Remolano-van der Jagt,
FANS President
Maligayang Pasko,Kababayan!
Merry Christmas, Fellow Countrymen!
2. The First Christmas Story :
The First Christmas Story was relived
by live children participating!
3. Pinoy Christmas Carols Medley
with Mr. Emerson Regala
and group.
4. Dance on the floor " Gam Nam Style"
by the " Macho Boys ".
5. Musical No. "Sa Araw ng Pasko"
by Crisha Jabagat.
6. Dance " California Girls".
7. Games Musical Chairs (Kids & Adult
version).
PART II
8. Prayer
9. Community Potluck Dinner.
10. Arrival of Santa Claus !
PART III
11. Side Presentation
12. Ballroom Dance
13. Surprise Dance
14. Misical No. Dyan Herrera
15. Boys Group Dance
"Gam Nam Style "
16. Surprise Dance
17. Games
18. Closing Remarks
A BIG THANK YOU !!!
"MARAMING SALAMAT SA INYONG
LAHAT !!! Leni van der Jagt
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2012.DECEMBER.31st
6:00 PM to 1:00 AM
WTCC HALIFAX, N.S.
The FILIPINO ASSOCIATION
OF NOVA SCOTIA
NEW YEAR'S EVE
DINNER & DANCE
December 31,2012 @
WORLD TRADE and
CONVENTION CENTER
8th Floor, Summit Room
Reception @ 6 PM & Dinner @ 7 PM
4. Dance on the floor " Gam Nam Style"
by the " Macho Boys ".
5. Musical No. "Sa Araw ng Pasko"
by Crisha Jabagat.
6. Dance " California Girls".
7. Games Musical Chairs (Kids & Adult
version).
PART II
8. Prayer
9. Community Potluck Dinner.
10. Arrival of Santa Claus !
PART III
11. Side Presentation
12. Ballroom Dance
13. Surprise Dance
14. Misical No. Dyan Herrera
15. Boys Group Dance
"Gam Nam Style "
16. Surprise Dance
17. Games
18. Closing Remarks
A BIG THANK YOU !!!
"MARAMING SALAMAT SA INYONG
LAHAT !!! Leni van der Jagt
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2012.DECEMBER.31st
6:00 PM to 1:00 AM
WTCC HALIFAX, N.S.
The FILIPINO ASSOCIATION
OF NOVA SCOTIA
NEW YEAR'S EVE
DINNER & DANCE
December 31,2012 @
WORLD TRADE and
CONVENTION CENTER
8th Floor, Summit Room
Reception @ 6 PM & Dinner @ 7 PM
2012.DECEMBER.15
STAYNER'S WHARF PUB & GRILL
@ 9 pm-12:01 am
A CHRISTMAS EVENING WITH
NADIA MOORE & LEANDER MENDOZA
The Stayner's Wharf was filled to capacity
by FANS MEMBERS and some Caadians.
For opener,we had Budweiser Beer. Linda
ordered Mini Almond Crusted Cranberry
Chicken. While Remy and I ( Jake ) ordered
Mini Pan Fried Haddock. For dessert Linda
had Homemade Gingerbread, while Remy
and I had Homemade Banana Bread. Our
dinner was excellent ! The Chef was excel-
lent too !
Leander and Nadia, the DYNAMIC DUO
delivered a memorable evening of Christ-
mas entertainment. This was interrupted
only by an inpromptu number.
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Wednesday 14 November 2012
FANS OATH OF OFFICE-FOR EXECUTIVE OFFICERS by Dr.J. R. Asuncion Jr.
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F.A.N.S. OATH OF OFFICE
FOR
EXECUTIVE OFFICERS
( Please raise your RIGHT HAND
and repeat after ME ).
I,------- ----------( State YOUR
NAME and OFFICE ), DO SOLEMNLY
SWEAR / THAT I SHALL PROTECT,
DEFEND, and ABIDE / BY ALL THE
PROVISIONS OF THE CONSTITUTION
AND BY-LAWS / OF THE FILIPINO
ASSOCIATION OF NOVA SCOTIA, /
SHALL PERFORM THE DUTIES OF MY
OFFICE / TO THE BEST OF MY ABILITIES;/
AND SHALL FURTHER DEVELOP MY
LEADERSHIP ABILITIES AND SKILLS. /
SO HELP ME GOD ! THANK YOU !
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For more information-
Please visit FANS WEB-SITES & BLOGS:
http://www.eyewitnessedhistory.blogspot.ca/
http://www.filipinonovascotia.org
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F.A.N.S. OATH OF OFFICE
FOR
EXECUTIVE OFFICERS
( Please raise your RIGHT HAND
and repeat after ME ).
I,------- ----------( State YOUR
NAME and OFFICE ), DO SOLEMNLY
SWEAR / THAT I SHALL PROTECT,
DEFEND, and ABIDE / BY ALL THE
PROVISIONS OF THE CONSTITUTION
AND BY-LAWS / OF THE FILIPINO
ASSOCIATION OF NOVA SCOTIA, /
SHALL PERFORM THE DUTIES OF MY
OFFICE / TO THE BEST OF MY ABILITIES;/
AND SHALL FURTHER DEVELOP MY
LEADERSHIP ABILITIES AND SKILLS. /
SO HELP ME GOD ! THANK YOU !
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For more information-
Please visit FANS WEB-SITES & BLOGS:
http://www.eyewitnessedhistory.blogspot.ca/
http://www.filipinonovascotia.org
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Sunday 23 September 2012
FANS LIVING HISTORY Part 3 by Dr. J.R.AsuncionJr.
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*** "FANS LIVING HISTORY ***
PART 3
" Where we led in the past,
and now we lead forward !!! "
by: Dr. Jacobo R. Asuncion,Jr.,
A.A.,M.D.,C.M.
" I do firmly believe that we shall
be acting wisely should we record
our significant achievements &
events through the years in our...
FANS LIVING HISTORY !!!
" To do otherwise,shall be unwise
because these historical facts
shall be lost forever !!! "
Dr. Jacobo R. Asuncion, Jr.,
A.A., M.D., C.M.
Founder & Founding President
The Filipino Association of
Nova Scotia, Halifax, N.S.
C A N A D A.
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2012.SEPTEMBER.29th
Saturday, 12:00 PM- 8:00PM
FIESTA FILIPINO
The Filipino Association of Nova Scotia
2012.SEPTEMBER.29th
Saturday, 12:00 PM- 8:00PM
FIESTA FILIPINO
The Filipino Association of Nova Scotia
(FANS),was proud to present The Fiesta
Filipino held at the beautiful Bella Rose
Art Center -of Halifax West High School
Halifax, Nova Scotia,CANADA.
Halifax, Nova Scotia,CANADA.
The Fiesta Filipino which was open to the
general public was VERY SUCCESSFUL,
and so IT WAS A BIG HIT !!! Congratula-
tion to the administration of Mrs. Leni
Van der Jagt, R.N. This event show-
and so IT WAS A BIG HIT !!! Congratula-
tion to the administration of Mrs. Leni
Van der Jagt, R.N. This event show-
our Filipino culture and tradition with
dance,music,a fashion show, songs and
food.
The following was the schedule of the
Program.
Program 1 2:00 PM- 3:30 PM
Masters of Ceremony:
Mrs. Leni Van der Jagt
Dr.Elizabeth R. Eustaquio-Domondon
. National Anthem-"Lupang Hinirang"
. National Anthem-"O, Canada"
. The Welcome Address:
2012.DECEMBER.9th
The following was the schedule of the
Program.
Program 1 2:00 PM- 3:30 PM
Masters of Ceremony:
Mrs. Leni Van der Jagt
Dr.Elizabeth R. Eustaquio-Domondon
. National Anthem-"Lupang Hinirang"
. National Anthem-"O, Canada"
. The Welcome Address:
Mrs. Leni Van der Jagt,
President & Chair of BOD, FANS.
. Song:"Isang Lahi" by Dianne
. Igorot Dance
. Ballroom Dance
. Song: "Magkaisa (Unite) "
by Nadia Moore
. Bakya Dance
. Tinikling Dance
. Finale: "Ako ay Pilipino
( I am a Filipino ) "
by Nadia Moore
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Program 2 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Masters of Ceremony:
Mr. Fred Gaspar
Ms. Cecil Sepidoza
. Malong Dance
. OPM Songs by Nadia Moore
. Pilipino Song by Rowena Navarro
. Binasuan Dance
. Visayan Love Song by Surlita Canoy
. Ballroom Dance
. Manobo Tribal Dance
. Tinikling Dance
. Parade of Philippine Costumes
. Finale: " Ang Bayan Ko"
Prior to and immediately after the
presentations of PROGRAMS I and
II, FOOD KIOSKS with delicious, and
exotic foods from different regions of
the Philippines were available for sale.
The sale was brisk!
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2012.OCTOBER.27th
Saturday @ 2:00 PM
HALLOWEEN BOO PARTY
The SOCIETY celebrated the
Halloween Boo Party on October
27th,2012 at the St. John the
Baptist Parish Hall.
A variety of Specialty Foods were
served. Attendance was great.
A special thanks for those who
came dressed up for the party.
Among the custumes were:
. Big & little witches,
. Dark vader & vampire,
. Little princess & ladybug,
. Captain America & pirate,
. Little nerd & bumblebee,
. Skunk & cat,
. Pumpkin & little angel,
. Cheerleader & little pig.
A trip to Jerusalem ( Musical
chairs) was played by the
children. Music : improvised
by members.
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2012. OCTOBER.20th
Saturday.
PACIFICO FUNDRAISER NIGHT
" Let Loose on Saturday
Night at the Pacifico "
The event was specifically
planned as a benefit to The
PILIPINO in HALIFAX BASKET-
BALL LEAGUE ( PHBL ). Tickets
were purchased in advance
from Nimfa Pensona, and
Nimfa Tolentino.
President Leni Remolano van
der Jagt reported: " I am ecstatic
to report to you that we had
a very successful fundraising
event at the Pacifico on Oct. 20,
2012. It was well attended
indeed by all the basketball
players and their supporters,
FANS members, and the visit-
ing Filipino crew members
of the I/T Interceptor,and
lots of beautiful and happy
Pinoy faces that night !
It was a huge PINOY INVA-
SION at the Pacifico that
night! Very impressive
indeed !!! Thank you to all
those who came."
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2012.OCTOBER.29th
Monday.
PHBL SEMI-FINAL GAME
The Pinoy in Halifax Basket-
ball Leaue had its Semi-Final
Game on October 29th at the
St. Andrews Community Center's
Basketball Court.
It was a great match between the
Makabagong Mandirigma vs the
Mandirigma ng Lacewood.
Prior to and immediately after the
presentations of PROGRAMS I and
II, FOOD KIOSKS with delicious, and
exotic foods from different regions of
the Philippines were available for sale.
The sale was brisk!
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2012.OCTOBER.27th
Saturday @ 2:00 PM
HALLOWEEN BOO PARTY
The SOCIETY celebrated the
Halloween Boo Party on October
27th,2012 at the St. John the
Baptist Parish Hall.
A variety of Specialty Foods were
served. Attendance was great.
A special thanks for those who
came dressed up for the party.
Among the custumes were:
. Big & little witches,
. Dark vader & vampire,
. Little princess & ladybug,
. Captain America & pirate,
. Little nerd & bumblebee,
. Skunk & cat,
. Pumpkin & little angel,
. Cheerleader & little pig.
A trip to Jerusalem ( Musical
chairs) was played by the
children. Music : improvised
by members.
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2012. OCTOBER.20th
Saturday.
PACIFICO FUNDRAISER NIGHT
" Let Loose on Saturday
Night at the Pacifico "
The event was specifically
planned as a benefit to The
PILIPINO in HALIFAX BASKET-
BALL LEAGUE ( PHBL ). Tickets
were purchased in advance
from Nimfa Pensona, and
Nimfa Tolentino.
President Leni Remolano van
der Jagt reported: " I am ecstatic
to report to you that we had
a very successful fundraising
event at the Pacifico on Oct. 20,
2012. It was well attended
indeed by all the basketball
players and their supporters,
FANS members, and the visit-
ing Filipino crew members
of the I/T Interceptor,and
lots of beautiful and happy
Pinoy faces that night !
It was a huge PINOY INVA-
SION at the Pacifico that
night! Very impressive
indeed !!! Thank you to all
those who came."
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2012.OCTOBER.29th
Monday.
PHBL SEMI-FINAL GAME
The Pinoy in Halifax Basket-
ball Leaue had its Semi-Final
Game on October 29th at the
St. Andrews Community Center's
Basketball Court.
It was a great match between the
Makabagong Mandirigma vs the
Mandirigma ng Lacewood.
MAKABAGONG MANDIRIGMA
WON !!! ( " The YOUNG GUNZ " ).
Yes, mga Kababayan:
The 2012 PHBL CHAMPIONSHIP
is on !!!
This Sunday, November 4th,2012
from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the
St. Andrews Community Center's
Basketball Court:
THE MANDIRIGMA NG
HERRING COVE
VS
MAKABAGONG MANDIRIGMA
will vie for the most coveted
trophy !!!
Let's all come and attend this
MOMENTOUS and HISTORICAL
EVENT, and watch the exciting
saga unfold !!!
By attending, we are indeed
honoring and thanking all those
who brought the GREAT PINOY
SPORTMANSHIP IN NOVA SCOTIA
FOR THE VERY FIRST TIME !!!
This includes the PHBL PLAYERS
principally, the ORGANIZERS,
commisioners, coaches,referies,
and their families( wife, kids,
parents,and girl friends ). In the
final analysis, we are also thank-
ing and honoring the FANS AS
A PARTNER !!!
I only have one regret: As the
FANS FOUNDER and as an
AFFICIONADO...spiritually,
I am so charged-up & eager to
attend, and yet physically unable.
I am sick! Enjoy the game for me.
And, MAY THE BEST TEAM WIN !!!
After the game, there will be a
Closing Program, presentation of
THE TROPHY, and MEDALS. A
Potluck reception will follow.
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2012.November.4th
Sunday @ 9:00 AM to 1:00PM
THE 2012 P H B L
CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
The Mandirigma ng Herring Cove
played against The Makabagong
Mandirigma at the St. Andrews
community Center's Basketball
Court.
The winning Team was :
Potluck reception will follow.
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2012.November.4th
Sunday @ 9:00 AM to 1:00PM
THE 2012 P H B L
CHAMPIONSHIP GAME
The Mandirigma ng Herring Cove
played against The Makabagong
Mandirigma at the St. Andrews
community Center's Basketball
Court.
The winning Team was :
THE MANDIRIGMA
NG HERRING COVE
WON
THE 2012 P H B L
CHAMPIONSHIP
TROPHY ;
THE MAKABAGONG
MANDIRIGMA
RECEIVED THE SECOND
RUNNER-UP MEDALS
RUNNER-UP MEDALS
The Championship Game
was extraordinarily well
attended. Following the
game, the CLOSING
CEREMONY was highlight-
ed by the granting of:
THE 2012 PHBL
CHAMPIONSHIP TROPHY
AND
SECOND RUNNER-UP
MEDALS
MEDALS
A RECEPTION FOLLOWED.
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2012.NOVEMBER.18th
Sunday @ 3:00 to 5:00 PM
F A N S
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
The FANS AGM will be held at
the St. Andrews Community
center's Craft Room.
This meeting will serve as an
open forum for discussion &
actions to be taken on items
of importance in the operation
of the affaires of FANS., as to
where the SOCIETY stands
re: Social events, financial,etc.
We want to hear from our
FANS members, their sugges-
tions & recommendations for
better ways to improve the
operations of the SOCIETY.
Ambassador Leslie Gatan, Philippine
Ambassador to Canada visited our
SOCIETY. Updates were given in
many topics:
. Ambassador Leslie Gatan accomp-
nied Prime Minister Steven Harper
during his Philippine Visit.
. The current progress in the Philip-
pines inspite of typhoons & earth-
quakes.
. The Philippines is now exporting
rice.
. The Philippines gave a One-Billion
Dollar Loan to the IMF recently.
. Advantages of Dual-Citizenship
such as purchasing real estate
properties , voting in National
Elections, etc.
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Ambassador Leslie Gatan, Philippine
Ambassador to Canada visited our
SOCIETY. Updates were given in
many topics:
. Ambassador Leslie Gatan accomp-
nied Prime Minister Steven Harper
during his Philippine Visit.
. The current progress in the Philip-
pines inspite of typhoons & earth-
quakes.
. The Philippines is now exporting
rice.
. The Philippines gave a One-Billion
Dollar Loan to the IMF recently.
. Advantages of Dual-Citizenship
such as purchasing real estate
properties , voting in National
Elections, etc.
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1996.NOVEMBER.18th
Saturday @ 6 PM to 8 PM
BOD MEETING FANS.
Board Room, TECHNICAL
UNIVERSITY OF NOVA SCOTIA/
DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY.
UNIVERSITY OF NOVA SCOTIA/
DALHOUSIE UNIVERSITY.
*** FANS DONATION ***
Dr. & Mrs. Jacobo Rosales Asuncion Jr.
& Erlinda Obellos Asuncion ,& Family
have donated to the FANS, the sum
of ONE THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED
TWENTY DOLLARS AND NO CENT
( Canadian ) in one Cheque
( $ 1,720.00 ) as a "Seed Money" to the
FCCC LAND and BUILDING PROJECT.
FCCC LAND and BUILDING PROJECT.
The Cheque was handed in person to
Miss Tessie Beren , FANS TREASURER &
witnessed by Mr. Armando A.B. Regala,
FANS PRESIDENT & Chair BOD,and the
Board of Directors (1992-1996 ).
Unfortunately, the PROJECT became
DEFUNCT, and so the DONORS will
re-direct the above CASH DONATION to
a FANS FUTURE PROJECT of their
choice.
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2012.DECEMBER.9th
Sunday @1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
FANS CHRISTMAS PARTY
The Christmas Party will be
on December 9th from 1-5 PM
at the St.Agnes Parish Hall.
This is a Potluck Celebration
with Santa Clause and gifts
for the kiddies.
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2012.DECEMBER.15th
Saturday @ 9:00 PM-12 AM
NADIA MOORE &
LEANDER MENDOZA
Will be entertaining at the
STAYNER'S WHARF PUB &
GRILL ( 5075 George ST.,
Halifax,NS. B3J 1S5
$25.00 with a choice of set
menu or $ 10.00 towards a la cart.
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2012.DECEMBER.31st
Monday @ 6:00 PM to 1:00 AM
FANS NEW YEAR'S EVE
DINNER & DANCE
The SOCIETY'S NEW YEAR'S EVE
DINNER & DANCE will be held
Monday,31st,2012 at the world
renound WORLD TRADE &
CONVENTION CENTER, 8th Floor.
This floor will be exclusively for
the FANS for that night.
TICKETS:
FANS Members: $ 70.00
FANS Guests : $ 85.00
There will be a designated room,
right next door from our party for
children. Parents are responsible
for their children at this event.
ENJOY !!!
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