In line with the National Arts Month celebration themed: “Malikhain. Mapagbago. Filipino”, the city government of Panabo through the Tourism Promotions Section (TPS) facilitated a Paper Flower Workshop held last February 8 at the function room of the City Hall Building.
The event was joined by 30 high school students from various schools in Panabo.
Mary Joy Gesta of San Vicente National High School expressed her gratitude for the opportunity she had through the workshop.
“I am so grateful to be a part of this art workshop, this can showcase skills and creativity”, Gesta said.
Mayor James Gamao, who was represented by Engr. Judith Lee, the city’s executive secretary stressed the importance of the workshop for the students.
“This is your opportunity to earn extra money and to showcase your work”, Lee said.
TPS head Cher Bastida said the training was aimed to provide high school students the avenue to boost their creative minds.
Their outputs will be exhibited at the Panabo Museum and will also be utilized during the important events in the city, Bastida added.
Pababo commemorates National Arts Month every February pursuant to presidential proclamation No. 683 series of 1991. (Jasmine Paras/CIO Panabo)
