Lucena City Radio DJs: Papa Carlo of Campus Radio Lucena
When asked what’s the most challenging part of being a DJ, Papa Carlo jokingly answered, “Bilang DJ na macho at gwapo, mahirap tanggihan ang mga chicks na nagkakandarapa sayo. Joooooke! Kidding aside. We cannot please everybody so bilang DJ, challenge kung paano mo tatanggapin ang ‘pangha-harass’ ng mga listeners na ayaw sayo.” Air Name: Papa Carlo Station: 91.1 Campus Radio Programs: Sirit Tanong...
How to Get a Postal ID in Lucena City
Valid identification cards are always a must. Whether you’re applying for a job; claiming a package; paying your bills; or applying for a loan; chances are, you’re going to be asked to present a valid identification card. The only problem is obtaining an identification card can take quite some time. Luckily, there’s a government-issued ID that you can get within hours without much fuss. We’re talking about the...
Lucena City Events for August
Agosto na! At kapag ganitong buwan, ating ginugunita ang kapanganakan ng ating minamahal na “Ama ng Wikang Pambansa” na si Pres. Manuel L. Quezon. Heto ang mga pagdiriwang na dapat nating abangan sa buwan na ito: Niyogyugan Festival 2013 Agri-Tourism Exposition August 12 – 19, 2013 Schedule of Events August 12 9:00am State of the Province Address Quezon Convention Center 2:00pm Ribbon Cutting and Opening of the...
Featured Lucenahin: Ama ng Lucena Father Mariano Granja
As Lucenahins, we’re all quite familiar with Granja St., and even with the panciteria that is situated along that street. But did you know that the name behind Granja St. was also the same person behind the name Lucena? According to some historians, Lucena City got its name from Lucena, a town of the province of Andalucia in Spain, in honor of Father Mariano Granja who is believed to have been born there. But who is Father...
Lucena City Radio DJs: Mama Bea of Campus Radio Lucena
“In the radio industry, nothing is permanent so PREPARE FOR THE WORST. You are only as good as your last performance so give your best shot everyday. BE HUMBLE always and most of all, BE ETHICAL – never ever use your popularity for personal gain.” Air Name: Mama Bea (Ang DJ Na Kengkay… Taaaraaaay) Station: 91.1 Campus Radio Program: Kwentong Barangay (M-W-F) 8am – 11am (T-TH) 9am – 11am & 3pm – 6pm...
The Largest Human Peace Sign in the World
Lucena City may not be the official world record holder of the Largest Human Peace Sign, but we’re sure to take pride by being a part of the history in having the most number of participants that have joined in this category. The largest human peace sign that was recorded so far was set by the people of Ithaca, New York during the Ithaca Festival on June 23, 2008 with 5, 814 people participating in the said event. ...
Lucena City Radio DJs: Princess Sam of BigSound FM
Being a princess on the radio, she told us that the worst thing in being a DJ is that, “Hindi ka pwedeng lumabas (ng bahay) nang hindi man lang nakabihis or nagsusuklay ng buhok!” 😀 Air Name: Princess Sam Station: 97.5 BigSound FM Program/Time Slot: The Big Morning Show (Monday to Friday) 9am – 11 am BigSound Pag-ibig (Monday to Friday) 1pm – 3pm Personal Profile Real Name: Michelle Remo Cadiz...
Featured Lucenahin: Costume Designer Gilbert Edjan
Blankets, buckets, cords, and wooden sticks — if this combination means anything to you, it’s probably because, like us, you once donned this costume in your life and imagined yourself to be some caped hero of justice who has finally arrived to save the day. Looking back, we might have looked a little silly wearing that improvised costume, but hey, we did what we could with the limited skills we had, right? It’s not...
Lucena City Radio DJs: CK of BigSound FM
“The best thing of being a DJ is that you’re popular… You get the chance to air what’s in your mind. There is this radio illusion that your opinion really does matter but the truth is, it doesn’t.” Air Name: Superman or CK (CK means Clark Kent) Station: 97.5 BigSound FM Program/Time Slot: The Big Show Mondays to Fridays 6:00pm – 9:00pm and Sundays @ 6:00am to 9:00am Personal Profile Real Name:...
Neighboring Towns of Lucena City: Tayabas
Tayabas City, approximately 10km away from Lucena City, is known to its colorful festivals, spring resorts, heritage houses, and historical landmarks. Brief History In 1578, the Province of Tayabas was founded by two Franciscan missionaries from Spain, namely Fray Juan de Plasencia and Fray Diego de Oropesa. The town of Tayabas was the capital of the Province of Tayabas (now Quezon Province) from 1749 to 1901. It was one...
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