Ivy Rose is an exceptionally unique band formed of four free spirited young women from Washington, D.C., three of which are the De Leon sisters. With Martina San Diego (lead vocals and rhythm guitar), Kristine De Leon (bass), Isabelle De Leon (drums and vocals), and Sarah De Leon (lead guitar). Ivy Rose is embarking upon a great journey to share their music with the world, one day at a time.
400 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens and white-sand beaches are calling your name. At Half Moon Jamaica, a blend of natural beauty, five-star amenities, and sprawling grounds right on the Caribbean Sea make this can’t-miss destination into the tropical escape of a lifetime.
As if the private beach, stunning white-washed cottages, and gourmet on-site restaurants weren’t enough, Half Moon also houses the 68,000-square-foot Fern Tree Spa. We recommend reserving one of the open-air bungalows. Perched over the Caribbean, bask in the sea breezes that waft over you and your special someone during a couple’s massage.
Plus, nightly entertainment, eight bars, and a Friday-night beach barbecue mean you don’t have to turn in when the sun goes down.
The head dolphin trainer profiles the two dolphins at Half Moon at Rose Hall Jamaica, A RockResort. A dolphin experience is a totally different way to see Jamaica.
Pual Robeson “Here I Stand” award gala, Saturday June 9, 2012 at historic Lincoln Theatre in Washington, DC. This years honoree is hip hop legend Lonnie Rashid Lynn, Jr. aka “Common” Performing live on stage: Malcom X Drummers and Dancers, Whratnala USA, Ivy Rose Band, Ur…See More
Paul Robeson “Here I Stand” award gala, Saturday June 9, 2012 at historic Lincoln Theatre in Washington, DC. This years honoree is hip hop legend Lonnie Rashid Lynn, Jr. aka “Common” Performing live on stage: Malcom X Drummers and Dancers, Whratnala USA, Ivy Rose Band, Urban Artistry, ISA Miss Teen Philippines Chessa Toboada, Dragon Princess Olivia Zhang, Special invited guest interviewer “Big Tigger” from WPGC 95.5., and Hung Tao Choy Mei “Lucky Lions” and Thunder Drummers.
Please join us on Saturday June 30th at 9:00 AM For Fil-Am Friendship Day 2012 at Redwing Park, Virginia Beach
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-Philippine Independence Day History-
On the Fourth of July, we celebrate American Independence. July 4th is, however, also a day to celebrate the beginning of the modern Philippines. July 4th has become known as “Filipino American Friendship Day”, the day the Philippines celebrate independence from Japanese occupation and American colonization. Since the Philippine Islands are also one of the partners in the effort to bring terrorists to justice, it is even more important this year to remember our friendship and alliance with the people of the Philippines.
Ferdinand Magellan landed on an island called Homonhon in 1521 and found a land filled with white beaches, unexplored isles, untouched forests, rich lands, and a spectacular climate. Magellan claimed it and named it “Felipinas”, after the King Philip of Spain.
When the Spanish conquistadors arrived, they began converting and colonizing the people of the islands. They found the islands were a cultural melting pot, with well-developed business settlements with Chinese, Arabs, Japanese, and other Islamic seafaring merchants. In 1571, the Spaniards established a colonial government in Manila and ruled the country for over 300 years.
In 1896, Filipinos rose up in rebellion and successfully led Asia’s first nationalistic revolution. After several attempts, they freed themselves from the yoke of the Spanish rule. On June 12, 1896, the people of the Philippines enjoyed their first Independence Day. For many, that date remains the actual Independence Day for the Philippines.
While they were freed from Spanish rule, after the Spanish-American War, the Philippines fell under the colonial rule of the United States. The Americans did, however, introduce democratic processes and public education, and they developed infrastructure throughout the islands as well.
Japanese rule until 1945, when American and Filipino-American forces liberated them. Only July 4, 1946, they were declared an independent nation for the first time since 1571.
Reformist President, Diosdado Macapagal, returned Philippine Freedom Day to the June 12th date. He felt that the Fourth of July activities in the United States overshadowed the Philippine independence celebration, so he declared July 4th Filipino American Friendship Day” in the islands.
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