The local government of Binangonan, Rizal recognized several individuals who contributed to the progress of arts and culture during a ceremony in celebration of the town’s 124th foundation anniversary.
Mayor Cesar Ynares said the following 10 individuals were recognized as achievers in arts and culture:
Arnold Cequena- music ; Marcelo "Mar" Ramento- men's fashion; Her Gonzaga Galang - panitikan; Pablito "Bobbit" Patag- event organizing; Gigi Lagarejos - fashion; Daniel Cado – event organizing; Claudio Aramil Jr. – visual arts; Melvin Anore- photography; Ferdinand "Bong" Anore- painting; and Alan James Lagasca - music.
During the event, the municipal government also announced the winners of various contests recently held as part of the month-long celebration of the town’s foundation anniversary.
Municipal Administrator Russel Guiller C. Ynares said the winners in the painting contest were:
Student Category :
Grand Winner - Allysa Giana Antiporda
2nd- Xyl Cid Paran
3rd- Jannel Pareja
Honorable Mentions
1. Jossa Ann Pariñas
2. Zayven Lei Banaag
3. Justin Ross Raymundo
4. Jhon Ariel Meñable
5. Trisha Brillantes
Open Category
Grand Winner - Sarah Marie Dino
2nd - Joselito Tamondong
3rd - Raymond Loyola
Honorable Mentions
1. Alvin Banaag
2. Jonalyn Lirio
3. John Prince Sison
4. Gener Blanco
5. Mark Anthony Dimaano
The winners in the Miniature Bamboo Art Making Contest were:
Grand Winner - Marcelino M. Cerda Jr.
2nd Place - Jonalyn E. Lirio
3rd Place - Raul G. Funilas
Honorable Mentions:
1. Edison John V. Lirio
2. Norilyn E. Bernabe
3. Allen James C. Cenir
4. Gener G. Blanco
5. Robin D. De Guzman
6. Christian Andrei C. Villaflores
7. Amanda A. Santos
8. Edwille Joseph Lirio
9. Renabelle Apiado
10. Justin Jay Colorico