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            Kannawidan Festival is a celebration of traditions, culture, and history in Ilocos Sur. It is celebrated in a yearly basis to commemorate the separation of Ilocos Sur as a province. The term "kannawidan" refers to "tradition" in the Ilocano dialect, thus making this festival a significant event for the preservation of customs as well as heritage of the Ilocano people. The festival indeed serves as the venue for locals and guests to enjoy the beauty of the Ilocano culture.        One of the main reasons why Kannawidan Festival is important is that it contributes to the preservation of Ilocano traditions. Throughout the celebration, various cultural performances, traditional dances, and music are performed to portray the province's heritage. Various trade fairs feature farmers and local businesses selling their fine products, such as handcrafted items, woven fabrics, and Ilocano delicacies such as longganisa and bagnet. Su...

     Valentine’s Day is a special occasion celebrated every February 14, in the calendar dedicated to love and affection. On this day, people express their love for someone special-who may be a partner, a family member, or a friend. The origin of the observance stretches back to ancient times but has developed into a contemporary celebration laden with gifts, cards, and little acts of kind-heartedness.      We celebrate Valentine's Day as a day of thanking people and as an act of love towards those significant persons in our lives. It has nothing to do solely with love relationships but also the connection between family and friends. A lot of people give chocolates, flowers, and heartfelt messages to show how much they care and are grateful. This is to remind one to cherish and value people who bring happiness into his or her life.      One might express love during Valentine's Day in so many ways: writing love letters, spending time tog...

       This quarter has been a journey of growth and new experiences, much like setting off on an adventure full of discoveries. One of the most significant things I learned was HTML coding, especially in creating different types of lists such as ordered, unordered, and nested lists. At first, it was quite confusing, as the codes seemed like a mix of unfamiliar symbols. But with continuous practice, everything started making sense, and I realized how important proper organization is in building a website. Aside from this, we also worked on Community-Based Research (CBR), where we conducted a study in Tamorong, Sta. Catalina.      Of course, the learning process was not always easy. HTML coding required patience because even a small mistake could affect the entire structure. Meanwhile, our CBR research was also challenging since we had to gather data, interact with people, and ensure the reliability of their responses. There were moments when it felt o...

     Chinese New Year is one of the most festive and widely celebrated events in the Philippines. Even though it is a Chinese tradition, many Filipinos actively participate in the celebration every year. Streets are decorated with red lanterns, families share special dishes like tikoy and dumplings, and businesses offer discounts to attract customers. But why is this foreign tradition so important in the Philippines?      One of the main reasons Filipinos celebrate Chinese New Year is because of the strong influence of Chinese culture in the country. For centuries, Chinese traders and migrants have lived in the Philippines, bringing their customs, traditions, and beliefs. Over time, they became part of Filipino society, and their traditions blended with local customs. Today, many Filipino-Chinese families continue to celebrate their heritage, and even non-Chinese Filipinos join in the festivities.        Filipinos love celebrations tha...

"Doon Po Sa Amin, Maraming Aanihin at Masaganang Lupain!" Sta. Catalina's Agriculture: The Source of Community's Pride and Livelihood      Conducting this community-based research was an eye-opening experience for us. Through interviews, and direct interactions with farmers and entrepreneurs, we gained a deeper understanding of the agricultural sector in Sta. Catalina, Ilocos Sur. This photoblog captures our journey from planning to completion, highlighting the key moments that shaped our research.      Our team gathered for our first research meeting, where we set our goals, assigned tasks, and created a research framework. We discussed the best ways to approach our study, ensuring that our findings would be valuable for the community. This was an important step because it laid the foundation for our research.      With a clear research direction in mind, we started working on our assigned sections. Jayzen Aldridge Eugenio focused on wri...