Latest Events in Iloilo Province(May Updated)

Bowling Come join us for a fun-filled day of bowling at the John B. Lacson Foundation Maritime University (Arevalo)! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a newbie, this event is perfect for everyone. Show off your skills, enjoy some friendly competition, and maybe even score a strike or two. Don't miss out on this opportunity to have a blast with friends and family. See you there! Information Source: eventbrite

WHAT IS KIRTAN? Kirtan is the sacred practice of singing mantras, which comes from the Indian tradition of bhakti yoga - the yoga of love and devotion. Singing these mantras can really help us to open up our hearts and enter deep states of bliss and transcendence, helping to shift any emotional or energetic blocks that we may be carrying. Everything in this world - whether it be solid, liquid or gas - is simply vibrating energy. And we can use the resonant power of mantras as a form of sacred sound healing to realign our personal energy and connect to something larger than ourselves. By immersing ourselves in these sacred sound vibrations, great energetic shifts can occur. The Sanskrit language, which these mantras are sung in, is particularly powerful because each word is imbued with sacred healing vibrations that were channelled down by the Brahmins of India thousands of years ago. When we sing these mantras, we are connecting to the different energies of the universe, which are symbolised by the Gods and Goddesses of the Hindu pantheon. By calling upon these archetypal figures - these different aspects of the divine - we help to awaken these powerful energies within ourselves. Singing is such a great way to release feel-good endorphins in the body and express the truth of who you really are. And when we focus upon the words of these sacred mantras, there is little room for your mind to wander, so you can very quickly drop down into your heartspace and enter an altered state of awareness. Contrary to what you might think, you don't have to be good at singing in order to do this practice. It is singing from the heart that's the most important thing - and when you find that deeper place of devotion and love within yourself, you may well be amazed at the beauty of the sounds that your voice carries. And so it is that you can heal yourself through the power of your own voice. The throat, they say, is a bridge between the mind and the heart. And when you sing these mantras, you can bring yourself back into alignment and experience a sense of peace and blissful oneness. Nick leads kirtan on his ukulele and many of the arrangements and melodies shared are his own. However, he also plays mantra melodies that are well-known to the kirtan community. He can often be found singing these sacred songs in his local park and it brings him much joy to share them with others. ABOUT THE EVENT This event will take place at the "Let It Be" Wellbeing Centre, 191-199 Park road - close to the big Tesco. The door to access the building is next to the William Hill betting shop - there is a phone box opposite the entrance, along with a sign above the door that says "EDUK". If you have any issues with finding the venue, then please contact Nick on 07584906623. SOME OTHER CONSIDERATIONS While singing, we tend to sit on the floor, so please bring whatever you need to be comfortable. There are yoga mats, cushions and meditation chairs available in the space. You are very welcome to bring along your instruments, such as drums or shakers, if you wish to join in with the music! Bringing some water can be a good idea too, as you might need it after singing for a while. There is a kitchen if you want to refill your water bottles, along with a tea-making station. Also, there is a toilet in the building, should you need to use one during the event. FURTHER CONTACT If you have any further questions about the event, then you can contact Nick via email: nick.carnelian@outlook.com To stay updated about these events, you can join the Kirtan With Nick WhatsApp group. Contact Nick if you want to be added to this group. Information Source: Nick Carnelian | eventbrite

In addition to the Behind the Curtain guided tour, Turner Home will host an Open Day on Saturday, 20th September, On this rarest of occasions, The Turner Home will open its doors to welcome to the site to walk the grounds, access the exceptional chapel. Visitors will have a rare opportunity to explore our beautiful chapel, atmospheric former morgue, and a special exhibition gallery that reveals hidden aspects of Turner’s long-standing story and impact. Turner Memorial Home was designed by renowned (and Liverpool‐born) architect Alfred Waterhouse, one of the most prominent exponents of the C19 Gothic Revival. A prolific and high profile practitioner, notable commissions include Manchester Town Hall (1868‐78) and the Natural History Museum, London (1873‐81). The Turner Memorial Home was constructed 1881‐84 in Waterhouse’s signature Gothic Revival style. It has been in continuous use supporting its residents since the building was completed, a remarkable feat and testament not only to the durability of Waterhouse’s building, but also to the generations of dedicated care providers. Information Source: Liverpool Architecture Foundation | eventbrite

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The 2026 Dinayan Carnival will be held again from January 23rd to 25th, 2026, attracting a wide audience with its world-renowned faith, culture, and the indomitable spirit of the Iloilo people. This year's festival theme is "Bugay sang Ginoo, Bugal sang mga Ilonggo" (God's Blessing, Iloilo Pride), and the design will be inspired by the unique flora and fauna of the Visayas Islands. The core event of the festival is the Ati Tribal Competition, where seven outstanding school tribes will compete in the open category, while six village-level teams will perform at the "Sadsad sa Calle Real" community showcase.

Information Source: Nick Carnelian | eventbrite

Kirtan mantra singing is a form of meditation and sound healing, which can help us to relax and open up our hearts to transcendent bliss. WHAT IS KIRTAN? Kirtan is the sacred practice of singing mantras, which comes from the Indian tradition of bhakti yoga - the yoga of love and devotion. Singing these mantras can really help us to open up our hearts and enter deep states of bliss and transcendence, helping to shift any emotional or energetic blocks that we may be carrying. Everything in this world - whether it be solid, liquid or gas - is simply vibrating energy. And we can use the resonant power of mantras as a form of sacred sound healing to realign our personal energy and connect to something larger than ourselves. By immersing ourselves in these sacred sound vibrations, great energetic shifts can occur. The Sanskrit language, which these mantras are sung in, is particularly powerful because each word is imbued with sacred healing vibrations that were channelled down by the Brahmins of India thousands of years ago. When we sing these mantras, we are connecting to the different energies of the universe, which are symbolised by the Gods and Goddesses of the Hindu pantheon. By calling upon these archetypal figures - these different aspects of the divine - we help to awaken these powerful energies within ourselves. Singing is such a great way to release feel-good endorphins in the body and express the truth of who you really are. And when we focus upon the words of these sacred mantras, there is little room for your mind to wander, so you can very quickly drop down into your heartspace and enter an altered state of awareness. Contrary to what you might think, you don't have to be good at singing in order to do this practice. It is singing from the heart that's the most important thing - and when you find that deeper place of devotion and love within yourself, you may well be amazed at the beauty of the sounds that your voice carries. And so it is that you can heal yourself through the power of your own voice. The throat, they say, is a bridge between the mind and the heart. And when you sing these mantras, you can bring yourself back into alignment and experience a sense of peace and blissful oneness. Nick leads kirtan on his ukulele and many of the arrangements and melodies shared are his own. However, he also plays mantra melodies that are well-known to the kirtan community. He can often be found singing these sacred songs in his local park and it brings him much joy to share them with others. ABOUT THE EVENT This event will take place at the "Let It Be" Wellbeing Centre, 191-199 Park road - close to the big Tesco. The door to access the building is next to the William Hill betting shop - there is a phone box opposite the entrance, along with a sign above the door that says "EDUK". If you have any issues with finding the venue, then please contact Nick on 07584906623. SOME OTHER CONSIDERATIONS While singing, we tend to sit on the floor, so please bring whatever you need to be comfortable. There are yoga mats, cushions and meditation chairs available in the space. You are very welcome to bring along your instruments, such as drums or shakers, if you wish to join in with the music! Bringing some water can be a good idea too, as you might need it after singing for a while. There is a kitchen if you want to refill your water bottles, along with a tea-making station. Also, there is a toilet in the building, should you need to use one during the event. FURTHER CONTACT If you have any further questions about the event, then you can contact Nick via email: nick.carnelian@outlook.com To stay updated about these events, you can join the Kirtan With Nick WhatsApp group. Contact Nick if you want to be added to this group. Information Source: Nick Carnelian | eventbrite