Bulawanong Pagtuo- A Sto. Nino Art Exhibit

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Catch the One Man Show Exhibit of Cesar Cabase Castillo, Bulawanong Pagtuo, (Golden Faith), his  humble way of offering, honoring and thanking the Child Jesus during the Sinulog festival in Cebu.  Opening and blessing on Jan 7 at 3pm at the Golden Prince Hotel and Suites lobby. The exhibit runs from January 7-15, 2023.














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