Despite the ongoing hottest issues surrounding its ever-controversial host, Willie Revillame, ‘Wowowee In Lake Tahoe’ on Sunday, September 6th, 2009, is a definite GO, according to the show’s Bay area-based Line Producer, Ms. Pia Pena, when we spoke to her over the phone very recently.
Young International Singing Sensation, Charice was also added in the already star-studded line up of performers.
The show’s venue is the famed Harrah and Harvey ’s Casino Outdoor Arena and will start at 5pm .
For tickets and more information, please contact PRIME MEDIA UNLIMITED at these numbers: 510/329-1406 408/550-5352 408/306-4281 and 408/250-6481.
SEEN IN THE CITY
The HitMakers- a Big Hit In The Bay Area
The Hitmakers, Rey Valera, Marco Sison, Hajji Alejandro, Rico Puno and Nonoy Zunia) had a very successful concert last weekend in the Bay Area. Next to follow are their shows in JERSEY CITY , NJ SATURDAY, AUG. 29, 2009, 7PM, followed by the one in PALA CASINO, PALA , CA SATURDAY, SEPT. 5, 2009, 7PM and their LOS ANGELES SHOW SATURDAY, SEPT. 19, 2009, 7PM at Heritage Forum, Anaheim , CA. For tickets, please call 702.873.6828 / 702.358.8647 / 323.551.6747 / 323.590.3512
The Hitmakers, (L-R) Rey Valera, Marco Sison, Hadji Alejandro, Rico Puno and Nonoy Zunia) now touring the major cities of the US for the nth time, had a very successful concert last weekend in the Bay Area. 
The Hitmakers with Fr. Geoffrey Baraan. Beauty Impresario Ferdie Villar and Angela San Felipe during the Meet and Greet at St. Anne’s Church, Union City CA.TO-BE-SEEN IN THE CITY
Charice In Success Magazine
The September, 2009 issue of the SUCCESS Magazine shows 15-time Grammy Winnder, David Foster, solo in its cover. The man is best remembered by Filipino-blooded ones as the one responsible for giving our Charice the giant exposures (next to super talk show talkers, Oprah and Ellen de Generes) in her young singing career. Flipping through the pages of the magazine though and prominently printed on the right side, specifically page 49 – is Charice’s photo with dedicated article about her, that occupied almost 90% of the page. In contrast, at the top (the remaining 10% of the space) of Charice’s page is a banner line up of photos shared by Whitney Houston, Barbra Streisand, Celine Dion, Paul Anka and Merv Grifin.
Charice’s article is sub-titled ‘Voice Heard Round The World’ which quoted her saying, in part, that she considers David Foster as her mentor. “He has helped me with my singing and English, helping me with my voice, always teaching me…He is really nice.”
Among other things, the article also mentioned that David is producing an album with her, due out this year.
The article closed with a line that says like this – “If the past is any indication, the hit man (David Foster) will deliver – and a star will be born (our Charice).
Get a copy at your nearest newsstand before they ran out!
PERSONAL NOTES
Congratulations to owners, Mrs. Jolly Salonga-Rodriguez, her daughter Christine and granddaughter Krystelle for the very successful grand opening of their salon, located at 53-B Wright Brothers Ave , Livermore , CA 94551 , with the members of the Livermore Chamber of Commerce in attendance. This Filipino-owned beauty mecca has 2,300 square foot of peaceful sanctuary, as you enjoy a massage or a hair design, coloring, the latest in skin care treatment, etc. Check out their website at www.krystelleSpaSalon.com or call (925) 606-1142 to make a reservation.
Livermore's Krystelle Spa and Salon Owners, Jolly Salonga-Rodriguez, shown here with daughter Christine, and Jolly's 4-year old granddaugther, Krystelle (the inspiration of the business), cut the ceremonial grand opening ribbon Wednesday last week.
Mrs. Susan Pacifico's (2nd left) 71st birthday was celebrated (again!) at Eastridge Seniors' Center in San Jose last month with no less than the ever-cordial State Senator Leland Yee (2nd right) in attendance with Richard Lao (leftmost). Quote of the Week – “I believed that women today have overcome obstacles such as passing the proverbial glass ceiling. I feel we have reached the level that men are at We are equal with men” – 2009 Miss Venezuela Stefania Hernandez’s answer to last Sunday’s Miss Universe final Q&A that secured her the crown, making her country the only one in the whole world that won the highly-coveted beauty title back-to-back.
Philippine Airlines' Mrs. Herminia Lavarias (center, in avocado green and glasses) celebrated her 65th birthday at the 5th floor of the Philippine Consulate Building in San Francisco last month, attended by her husband Rollie Lavarias (2nd right), City Councilman David J. Canepa (directly behind her), Miss RP-USA 2009 Rina Dimaranan (to Canepa's right) and Club Royale International's First Lady, Mrs. Jett Viray-Navarro (2nd left) with her sister Ms. Clara Viray (extreme left) and other family and friends.Do you have any personal or community events you want announced or published? Just email them to bradford_adkins@yahoo.com
DALY CITYA Councilman David Canepa, the special guest during the Welcome Diner Party hosted by Ric and Gwen Diaz of Roberto’s Restaurant in honor of PBA Legends and Heroes held last Thursday at Robertos in Saint Francis Square Daly City CA. In photo are basketball stars of PBA Heroes and Legends with Daly City Councilman Canepa and Ric Diaz of Roberto’s.
PBA HEROES AND LEGENDS Bogs Adornado, Bong Hawkins and Jerry Codinera with Maui Leyson and Jeff Alipio at Roberto’s Restaurant.
'WOWOWEE' Goes To Lake
The Hitmakers, (L-R) Rey Valera, Marco Sison, Hadji Alejandro, Rico Puno and Nonoy Zunia) now touring the major cities of the US for the nth time, had a very successful concert last weekend in the Bay Area. 
The Hitmakers with Fr. Geoffrey Baraan. Beauty Impresario Ferdie Villar and Angela San Felipe during the Meet and Greet at St. Anne’s Church, Union City CA.
Livermore's Krystelle Spa and Salon Owners, Jolly Salonga-Rodriguez, shown here with daughter Christine, and Jolly's 4-year old granddaugther, Krystelle (the inspiration of the business), cut the ceremonial grand opening ribbon Wednesday last week.
Mrs. Susan Pacifico's (2nd left) 71st birthday was celebrated (again!) at Eastridge Seniors' Center in San Jose last month with no less than the ever-cordial State Senator Leland Yee (2nd right) in attendance with Richard Lao (leftmost). 
Philippine Airlines' Mrs. Herminia Lavarias (center, in avocado green and glasses) celebrated her 65th birthday at the 5th floor of the Philippine Consulate Building in San Francisco last month, attended by her husband Rollie Lavarias (2nd right), City Councilman David J. Canepa (directly behind her), Miss RP-USA 2009 Rina Dimaranan (to Canepa's right) and Club Royale International's First Lady, Mrs. Jett Viray-Navarro (2nd left) with her sister Ms. Clara Viray (extreme left) and other family and friends.
BERNIE ZABALA, 2nd Vice President of LuzViMin Association of Northern California celebrated his birthday with a Merienda party held last Thursday, at Max Restaurant in South Francisco. The party hosted by Romy Madayag, an active member of the club. Shown at photo Seated infront from L-R: Gloria Nielsen, the honoree and Alice Bioley. Standing at the back: from L-R: Pepe Roxas, Romy Masayang, the host, Diva Tirol, Zeny Yolangco and Josie Heris.
FR. GEOFFREY BARAAN and Beauty Impresario Ferdie Villar are shown with John & Imelda Kelsey and kids.
Katherine Jennifer "Karen" Feril graduated the RN Masters Degree from Stanford University last Saturday, Aug 22, 2009. She works as an RN at Stanford Hospital. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing at the University of the Philippines with "Cum Laude". She's married to Feliciano Feril who is also a Registered Nurse at the same hospital.
PHOTO BY VINCE MONASTERIO
The Hitmakers with Fr. Geoffrey Baraan, John & Imelda Kelsey and kids at Gerry's Grill in Daly City.
SENATOR Leland Yee, was the guest of honor during the 12th anniversary of Buri Buri Filipino American Senior Association held recently at Buri Buri Social hall in Arroyo Drive. Shown at photo from L-R: Victor Barba of LuzViMin Club of Northern California, Lydia Humprey, Mrs. R.P.-World 2009, Senator Yee, Anita Dungca, Mrs. R.P. Universe 2009, Moring Macalinao, President of the club and Fe Hernandez Vice President.
VIETNAMESE beauty queen Linda Dinh, become the bride of Filipino movie producer Cris Tugado in an elegant morning wedding held last Saturday, August 22 at the historical Shakespeares Garden at Golden Gate Park. Followed with Evening lauriat dinner and dance held at Hongkong Flower Lodge in Milbrae. Shown at photo with the newlyweds from L-R: Daly City Councilman David Canepa, Beauty Impresario Ferdie Villar, Parela and Rufino Valencia executive movie producers of San Francisco bases of Golden Touch Movie Production.
DON ERNESTO PACIFICO, president of Pan Asian Pacific Money Remittance and Travel Agency in San Jose, was honored with surprise picnic at the park organized by his wife Susan Pacifico on the occasion of Ernesto’s 80th birthday anniversary last Saturday, August 22 at Cupertino Country Park. Shown at photo from L-R: Mrs. Pacifico, the hostess, Myrna Sigue, Christine Pacifico, Emy Cui, Tessie Lavitoria, the celebrant and Tony Chui, co-owner of Jollibee International.
