Capiz, Roxas prepare activities for Sinadya sa Halaran
ROXAS CITY -- The provincial and city governments are readying activities for the joint celebration of Sinadya sa Halaran come Dec. 5-8.
Gov. Victor Tanco, Sr. and city mayor Vicente Bermejo have activated the committees that are in charge of various activities to make this year's celebration a success.
Based on the initial schedule of activities, the festival will be a mix of cultural festivities, religious ceremonies and showcase of an assortment of major local products and development projects designed to give the festival more spirit, color and excitement.
The province's participation in the ongoing Western Visayas Regional Tourism Assembly, Nov. 12-18, in Bacolod is an apt glimpse of what's in store especially for visitors during the celebration.
Sinadya sa Halaran depicts the Capiceños' rich cultural heritage and way of life anchored on their time-honored values of sharing and thanksgiving. The theme of this year's celebration is "Sulong kita sa Progreso, kay labi sa tanan ang tawo ang maka benepisyo." (PIA)