HOOQ, the largest Video on Demand service in South East Asia, has partnerships with the biggest names with kids’ entertainment—Nickelodeon, Nick. Jr., Kids Like Us, Hasbro, Turner and MoMedia—to bring some of the most popular kids titles into is catalog.

“HOOQ continues to deliver premium content for everyone in the Filipino family, and this includes entertainment for kids. This is why we continue to expand our catalog for kids,” said HOOQ Philippines Content and Programming head Jeffrey Remigio.

So while moms watch their favorite shows like “Grey’s Anatomy” and “Once Upon A Time” and dads go for “Arrow” and other action shows and movies, the kids can also enjoy HOOQ’s personalized content.

Now available on HOOQ are “Adventure Time,” “The Powerpuff Girls” and “Ben 10.”

On June 7, HOOQ will air the Emmy-nominated show “Ben 10 Alien Force,” the second iteration of the Ben 10 franchise and the sequel of the original Ben 10 series.

“Regular Show,” a fantasy cartoon for older kids, will air on June 7.

HOW TO GET HOOQ

It’s easy to get HOOQ’d. Customers can simply download the HOOQ app from Apple Store or Google Play, sign up or log in, to access HOOQ’s extensive library of Hollywood and Asian hits.  Smart users can enjoy a 30-day free trial. Globe mobile users can enjoy a 45-day free trial. Globe customers can get to try HOOQ for up to 60 days on selected mobile and broadband plans. Find out more and sign up today for a complimentary trial at www.hooq.tv.

Instead of the stressful long drive for an out-of-town family vacation, why not enjoy a Wonderful Weekend at Makati Shangri-La, Manila.

Makati Shangri-La’s Wonderful Weekends package is the perfect family staycation packed with activities and treats not just for the kids but also the parents where families can enjoy more room time with an early check-in at 10 a.m. and late check-out at 4 p.m. Transform the hotel room into a little playground with a tipi tent and complimentary kids mini bar filled with treats and goodies. Also, enjoy more room space and receive a 50% discount on the prevailing Best Available Rate by booking a second room just for the kids.

Set of activities are in store for the little ones as they can explore their creativity with pastry decorating classes, and arts and crafts sessions in the afternoon.

The fun doesn’t stop there as kids can grab away a special prize when they complete ten (10) exciting Wonderful Weekends Challenges!

While the kids are splashing away in the swimming pool, parents can enjoy complimentary use of our Health Club facilities, including the gym, tennis court, sauna, and hot and cold Jacuzzi.

In the evening, cozy up while watching movies, reading story books or maybe spice things up with a fun board game from our entertainment library. No need to worry about dinner plans with a Php 1,200 dining credit that can be used in all dining outlets including in-room dining.The next day, indulge in the extensive breakfast selection at Circles Event Café good for two adults and two kids below 12 years old.

Create new family memories with us. Our Wonderful Weekends offer is priced at Php 8,800++ per night.

Learn more about the package here: bit.ly/wonderfulweekends. For reservations, call (63 2) 813 8888 or email to reservations.slm@shangri-la.com.

Ever Malls ushers 15th year milestone with ‘bigger’ Kiddie Stars talent search and grand ‘Homecoming’

For parents, nurturing their child’s creative gift —whether it be a talent in singing, dancing, acting, or ramp modelling – and witnessing it bloom to its fullest potential is both an aspiration and a shining moment. Over the past 15 years, Ever Malls, through its Ever Kiddie Stars (EKS) talent search, proudly celebrated the fulfillment of young dreams, to be part of the memorable life experiences and successful career milestones of generations of Filipino kids who wish to follow the footsteps of famous movie and TV celebrity idols. This summer, as the metro’s much awaited search for the brightest and most talented fresh faces returns on stage, it is also eagerly welcoming back former Kiddie Stars winners with a grand “Homecoming” anniversary celebration.

While Ever Malls’ talent search has become one of the industry’s longest-running and prestigious pageant competitions, what makes this year’s EKS edition even more exciting, according to Corporate Marketing Manager Ms. Chie Arao-Santos, is the “Homecoming” which will feature former Kiddie Star grandwinners as “mentors” who will inspire and guide their younger counterparts all the way in their journey, from promotions until the Grand Finals of the search.

“This way, the new batch of kids who will be joining the competition will be continually inspired by our past winners, and what Kiddie Stars has done for them,” Ms. Arao-Santos said.

Among the past grandwinners who have began their exciting journey to stardom through Ever Kiddie Stars are Joshua Cadelina, first EKS grandwinner 2004, who became an ABS-CBN talent and starred in many top-rating shows; Nicole Jeremiah Dulalia (2005), who played numerous roles in various TV dramas; Timothy Lambert Chan (2007), who made strides in showbiz doing TV commercials and shows; Ma. Jacie Gwyne Odiver (2007), who became a commercial model and former ambassadress of goodwill for the Mother Earth Foundation where she represented the Philippines in a pageant held in Singapore; Byron Spark Ortile (2008), who pursued his passion for acting as he starred on various TV programs and commercials; and Xyriel Ann Manabat (2008 Grand Winner) who is making huge strides in showbiz today, acting in various movies and top-rating TV programs, the most recent of which is ‘Wildflower’. She also won the Best Single Performance by an Actress award in the 13th Gawad Tanglaw for Television in 2014 and Best Child Actress in the 60th FAMAS Awards in 2013, among many acting accolades.

Apart from enjoying the limelight and the bright prospects of future fame in the entertainment industry, this year’s Ever Kiddie Stars grandwinner will receive Php 350,000 worth of prizes. On top of the enticing prizes and ultimate title of becoming the best, kids entering the EKS are bound to develop essential life skills as the talent search serves as a platform for engaging fun activities that boost their mental, leadership, and artistic abilities as well as social skills and confidence. The 2018 Ever Kiddie Star grandwinners will also be treated to an all-expenses paid trip to Hong Kong as part of the prize.

“Ever Kiddie Stars’ main goal is not just fixated on finding talents and abilities. It aims to lead the way towards astonishing discoveries and experiences; it yearns to help mold and inspire young Filipino children to dream big, to become life-long achievers and accomplished individuals,” said Ms. Arao-Santos.

Ever Kiddie Stars Talent Search Year 15 is open to smart and talented kids aged 4 to 8 years old. Interested participants may still join the remaining screening/audition date on May 5, 2018, 3 PM at the Ever Malls at Commonwealth in Quezon City and Manila Plaza. The Top 7 in the Semifinals will join the Grand Finals set on June 3, 2018 at Ever Commonwealth. Applications forms are available at Ever Malls admin offices or visit Ever Malls’ official FB page for more details. For more information about #EKSYear15 #EKSGrandHomecoming, click the link http://bit.ly/2ozHJww or call 243.2922 or 411-6773. Per DTI FTEB Permit No. 3359 Series of 2018.