Brgy. Malainin Soars High To Win Papagayujuan 2011

First Prize. Brgy. Malainin.

Sporting simple basic butterfly design yet able to fly and stay longer than others in the sky, Brgy. Malainin's kite entry snatched the laurel to walk away with first prize award as they dominated the recently concluded PAPAGAYUJUAN 2011 Kite Demonstration Competition held at the northern side of Ibaan Public Market, April 15.

Blessed with clear blue sky and beaming sun light, the competition was able to attract eight (8) entries from different barangays. The entries were judged based on their structural design, craftsmanship, and two more criteria.

Second Price. Brgy. Salaban I

Brgy. Salaban I on the other hand capped second place, followed by Pangao/St. James Village on third, receiving P2,000.00 and P1,000.00 respectively. Brgy. Malainin took home P3,000.00.

Kites were crafted creatively reflecting Ibaeno's ingenuity with designs ranging from traditional to modern ones. Popular and eye-catching designs that amazed the audience include giant 'balde-balde", "eroplano" (airplane), and "tutubi" (dragonfly).

Third Price. St. James Village

To put more excitement and warm to the competition, some Mutya Ng Ibaan 2011 candidates graciously graced the said event. Each one of them assisted the trickster in tossing their kites on their flight.

PAPAGAYUJUAN 2011, early in the morning started with entry registration which was handled by MPDC/OM staff. Municipal Administrator Federio Caringal welcomed everyone on his speech followed by Mun. Coun. Sixto Yabyabin who acknowledged the barangays for their entries. Engr. Mario then explained the mechanics of the game to avoid confusion among the participants. Finally, Mayor Danny Toreja officially declared the opening of the game.

Mayor Toreja, together with Vice-Mayor Yabyabin
watches in amazement of the kite's creative designs.

In his speech, Mayor Toreja thanked everyone for their continued support to his administration's programs no matter how simple they are, just like that of PAPAGAYUJUAN 2011. He said the said kite demonstration competition was made to bring out the Ibaenos' creativity even in simple things and to give honor and recognition to Ibaan's kite makers for their skills and talents.

Panel of judges include Mun.Coun. Juvy Mendoza, the Mutya Ng Ibaan candidates and Von Chester Calabia (SJA Choreographer).