THE CONSULAR CORPS of the Philippines-Cebu chapter held an induction of officers and appreciation night at Salon Barcelona of the Casino Español de Cebu. Inducting officer and guest speaker was Ambassador Francisco Benedicto.
Amigos de España recently held a most lively meeting at Salon Barcelona of Casino Español de Cebu. La presidenta Amparito Llamas Lhuillier, ever the fashion plate, gave the opening remarks.
The Cebu chapter of the Consular Corps of the Philippines held a lively meeting over lunch at Salon Andalucia of the Casino Español de Cebu. Presiding was its chair Emily Benedicto Chioson, honorary consul of Israel.
Isabel Echevarria has been painting portraits since 1983, when she was very young. She now lives in the Canary Islands (an integral part of Spain) where she draws inspiration from its climate and clear skies.
Una Noche Española” marked the formal launch of July as Spanish Month at the Casino Español de Cebu’s Salon Madrid.
Casino Español de Cebu presented “An Evening of Fun with Pinky Marquez” at its ballroom, Salon de España. It was more, much more, than fun. A “compleat” show one might say, using the Shakespeare spelling. Pinky had some take-offs on the Queen’s language that were absolutely hilarious.
Casino Español de Cebu held its traditional costume ball on New Year’s Eve with the usual merrymaking. Many guests came early to hear the anticipated Mass celebrated by Msgr. Achilles Dakay, media liaison officer of the Cebu Archdiocese.
Dia de la Hispanidad was celebrated amid the usual fanfare by Casino Español de Cebu, with a grandiose reception and ball.
The traditional “Baile de Disfraces” at Casino Español de Cebu on New Year’s eve was one of the best in years. There was a good attendance, and the music had a special beat that urged many to take to the dance floor, with or without a partner.
Granted the success of its Talents Night a year ago, the Casino Español de Cebu had a second exposure of members and their dependents in a variety show which generated much anticipation.