TACLOBAN CITY-This year’s town fiesta celebration of Palo, Leyte are in full swing with the opening of a grand carnival featuring thrilling rides, games, and treats. The festivities honor its patron saint, Señor San Salvador and include a range of cultural activities.
This was disclosed by Mayor Remedios ‘Matin’ Petilla who said that novena masses will begin on Sunday, July 27, with schedules at 6 a.m., 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. or novena mayor). The Fiesta Mass, on August 6, will be officiated by Papal Nuncio Archbishop Charles John Brown at the Our Lord’s Transfiguration Parish Church.
A series of cultural activities are slated as part of the town’s 429th fiesta celebration. One of the highlights is the holding of the Miss Enchanting Palo, a beauty pageant featuring 20 candidates from different barangays.
Other activities include ‘Kurukaranta Binisaya’, a choral singing competition, and ‘siday’ competition, showcasing traditional singing.
The Harvest Festival will celebrate local produce and farming, while ‘Pagluto’, a traditional cooking competition, will feature senior citizens with younger assistants. A pet show will also be held, where pet owners can showcase their pets’ special talents.
As an opening salvo, medical and dental services was conducted on Friday for all residents of Palo at the town gymnasium.
(LIZBETH ANN A. ABELLA)
