ILOILO CITY – Around 1,000 colorful "parol" (Christmas lanterns) illuminated major streets of this highly urbanized city following the official lighting ceremony for the "Iloilo Rising Parol" on Monday evening. The public-private initiative of the Iloilo City government and the Philippine Chamber...
Manila Mayor Francisco "Isko Moreno" Domagoso apologized to Manileños over the lack of Christmas decors, particularly Christmas lanterns (parol) adorned across the streets in Manila on Monday, Nov. 24, as he explained he had to prioritize the allocation of funds for social aid and the payment of...
Unraveling the history of the parol and how this beloved Christmas ornament became a Filipino staple Parols serve as the vivid reminders of the joyous holiday celebrations during the ’ber months. Everywhere we look, they shine brightly, strung up along lamp posts, storefronts, and houses. As we...
The Department of Education (DepEd) announced on Tuesday, Dec. 3, that three public schools were recognized for their outstanding craftsmanship and creativity in parol-making. (Photo from DepEd) Pedro V. Panaligan Memorial National High School (DepEd-MIMAROPA), Panabo City National High...
CEBU CITY – Be it in malls, hotels, or public parks, it is the time of the year when Christmas trees pop up and tree-lighting ceremonies are everywhere. But a hotel here provided a deeper meaning for such ceremonies as instead of a Christmas tree, it lighted lanterns or “parols” handcrafted...
A P1 million top prize is up for grabs for students from State Universities and Colleges (SUCs) that create the best parol or Christmas lantern out of recyclable materials in this year's "Isang Bituin, Isang Mithiin" parol-making contest. Courtesy of Disney (File photo) The Office of the President...
It’s definitely the most wonderful time of the year! Christmas Day is only a few days away, and most people are already prepared for their own way of celebrating. Expect a merrier Christmas celebration after two years of avoiding public and crowded areas. Here’s how Filipinos...
The parol, or Christmas lantern, shines brighter today as a symbol of faith and hope. After two Christmases of restricted movement due to the pandemic, people are carefully feeling their way back to normal socialization, businesses are open, and the commercial centers are alive with the spirit of...
The Bureau of Product Standards (BPS), the national standards body authorized to enforce and promote Philippine National Standards (PNS) attached with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), is looking at the adoption of standards for Christmas lanterns or the famous Filipino “parol” to...
Residents of San Mateo, Rizal are being encouraged to use recyclable materials in making their "parol" or Christmas lanterns. The office of Mayor Bartolome Rivera, through the San Mateo Public Information Office (PIO), announced in its social media page that residents are being enjoined to make...
Citing the economic and cultural significance of Pampanga's lantern-making industry, Deputy Speaker and Pampanga 3rd district Rep. Aurelio “Dong” Gonzales Jr. is seeking the declaration of the province as "Christmas capital" of the Philippines. 2012’s Ligligan Parul, photo by Ramon F...
Christmas back then was one full of effort, creativity, and meaning, and this generation should learn from it A flood of memories swept through me when a package sent by childhood friend Letty arrived from Chicago where she’s happily retired with her children and grandchildren. The FedEx envelope...
