Christmas came early as 165 senior citizens from selected barangays in Baliwag, Bulacan united for a Christmas Carol singing contest at the Event Center of SM City Baliwag.
Dubbed as “Paskong Walang Kupas” the event highlighted the seniors’ unique talents in singing classic Christmas songs such as “Noche Buena,” “Pasko na Naman,” “Ang Pasko ay Sumapit” and others.
Wearing colorful costumes and bright smiles, several groups competed in the challenge. Hailed as winners were Group 1 led by Natividad Cruz in 1st place, Group 4 led by Rizalina Antonio at 2nd, Group 2 led by Norma Ignacio in 3rd, and Group 3 led by Narciso Santa Juana, 4th placer.
“We are almost near to the most wonderful time of the year. As such, we would like to share the joy to the community by giving the stage to our beloved elderlies for them to express their talents in singing wonderful Christmas carols that we’ve grown up with,” shared SM City Baliwag Assistant Mall Manager Rodora Tolentino.
The event coincided with Grandparents Day, previously celebrated at SM City Baliwag with “Lolo, Lola and Me” Dance Challenge, featuring grandparents and their grandkids dancing together. The National Grand Fit Fest—the biggest gathering of senior citizens in Baliwag for a Zumba session—followed it.
With less than 100 days to go until Christmas, “Paskong Walang Kupas” is among the many treats SM has in store for shoppers. It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas as SM Supermalls in Marilao, Baliwag, Pulilan and San Jose Del Monte recently began their countdown with dazzling entertainment and the launch of newest Christmas jingle “SM Mallidays.”
Apart from the parade and carols, the Christmas kick-off event was made even more special with gift giving. At least 100 lucky kids were feted to fun activities and surprises during the SM Mallidays kickoff.