Four presidential aspirants faced off with 100 local government officials from all over the country Wednesday in ABS-CBN News Channel’s (ANC SKYCABLE 27) forum.

Senators Noynoy Aquino, Chiz Escudero, Manny Villar and Defense Secretary Gilbert Teodoro answered questions on national issues, local governance, and autonomy from 100 of the country’s local government officials, most of them Galing Pook awardees.

The forum was organized by the Galing Pook Foundation, Institute for Popular Democracy, Synergeia Foundation Inc., Ateneo School of Government, and the Local Governance Support Program in ARMM.

The forum highlights Thursday at 8 on ANC.

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Rotary Club Salcedo Makati helps CHILDHAUS

CHILDHAUS (Childrens’ Health Improvement and Life Development) was founded on Oct. 28, 2003 sponsored by the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office, Metropolitan Manila Development Authority, Quezon City and the Ricky Reyes Foundation.

It was a project conceived by Mother Ricky to provide temporary shelter to young patients who undergo treatment for serious ailments and whose parents can not afford transporting them from faraway provinces; more so comfortable dwelling.

On its 6th year CHILDHAUS located at the PCSO Compound in E. Rodriguez Avenue, Quezon City has survived through the help of golden-hearted benefactors. The latest is the installation of a water-purifying system donated by the Rotary Club of Salcedo Makati for safe potable drinking water for the patients, guardians and staff.

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Reliving the ’60s

The ’60s is greatly remembered for its revolution in fashion and sociopolitical vision. Mostly, though, that era became popular for its music. Different genres spiced up the industry with legendaries like The Beatles, Rolling Stones, and Abba among others.

To date, the influence of this generation still lives on: Mod-inspired clothing, haircut, and, of course, retro music. Amidst remakes and revivals, one music group sticks to ’60s music in its purest form: Spirit of ’67.

Although the band went on hiatus in the past five years, Spirit of ’67 is reuniting in an upcoming charity concert. Dubbed “Celebrations of the Spirit: Love, Music, and Dance,” the one-night affair is slated on Oct. 16, at the posh Shaw Pavilion, Wack Wack Golf and Country Club.

With the help of Unilab Philippines, event organizers will give proceeds of the event to their chosen beneficiary, Sagip Buhay Foundation.

“We are looking forward to this event because we get to help Sagip Buhay through our music,” says Spirit of ’67s Bimbo Santiago.

“We want this to become an unforgettable night for us and for our audience,” adds Bimbo. “It’s going to be a fun mix of music, dancing, and charity work.”

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South Border, DJ Karl Ty & DJ Marie Garcia at Diamond Hotel’s Oktoberfest

Celebrate, chill and indulge as the San Miguel Beer Oktoberfest revelry makes its way to Diamond Hotel. Join the excitement as Diamond Hotel presents dynamic entertainment, the most appetizing dishes and of course, unlimited San Miguel Beer along with exciting October offerings.

Party every Friday night and catch the featured bands for some serious groovin’ at the Sky Lounge Music Bar. Let the Yfy Band delight you with their music this Oct. 9, while South Border performs R&B tunes and their popular hits on Oct. 16. Alleycats will rev it up on Oct. 23 and Rewind Band will entertain you on Oct. 30.

Chill at the poolside as DJ Karl Ty and DJ Marie Garcia spice up your Halloween afternoon on Oct. 31. Party starts at 2 p.m. onwards.

Friday nights are Seafood Nights at the Palm Court Café buffet with a mouth-watering array of seafood dishes complemented by free-flowing ice cold San Miguel Beer.

If you just want to cool off and relax with that icy mug on your hand, the San Miguel Beer Buffet will quench your thirst for the whole month of October.

For inquiries and reservations, e-mail bizcenter@diamondhotel.com.