THIS WEEK’S FESTIVALS: June 2-8, 2019

June 2 to 30: Sangyaw Festival

Monthlong celebration of the cultural and religious heritage of Tacloban City in Leyte province.

The city also pays tribute to its patron Santo Niño.

Sangyaw means to announce or herald a news in Waray, the local dialect.

Activities include a sports clinic, cultural night, performing arts night, antibullying show and festival of lights.

June 2 to 6: Saulog Festival

The province of Zamboanga del Norte celebrates its 67th founding anniversary in Dipolog City.

“Saulog” means thanksgiving in Cebuano.

There will be a job fair, agritourism trade fair, folk dance competition and thanksgiving Mass.

Compiled by Kathleen de Villa, Inquirer Research