Summer Inspirations to Nourish the Soul

CEBU, Philippines - Summer promises an abundance of sunshine, lasting memories and exciting travels. But there is more to the sunny season than pristine beaches and exciting adventures. It is also the time for new discoveries, a chance to try something different and find new inspirations to nourish the soul. This month, Ayala Center Cebu offers experiences that inspire.

1. Soothing music for the soul. Fill your nights with captivating tunes and lyrics that hit close to home with a musical spectacle. Last night, students of the Brown Academy of Music gave a concert titled “Turn Up the Music!” featuring Anna Fegi-Brown and other special guests, at The Terraces. On Sunday, April 24, at 5 p.m., mall-goers are treated to a musical recital by the students of Virtuoso School of Music, at the Activity Center.

The enticing mixes by Cebu’s hippest DJs and favorite acoustic sounds are dished out in “Summer Soundtrack,” featuring Cebu’s best local artists at the 4th Level Garden and The Terraces, from April 1 to May 28.

2. Vibrant colors of art. From April 13 to 17, an interactive exhibit about the coral triangle and life under the sea stimulate the senses at the “The Mind Museum: A Glass of the Sea Travelling Exhibition,” at the Activity Center.

3. A masterful play of words. The language of wordsmiths takes everyone on an emotional rollercoaster. On Monday, April 25, at 5 p.m., students of University of San Jose Recoletos showcase their confidence and English proficiency at the culminating program of Speechcom International Inc.

4. New ventures and hobbies. It’s time to start something new on April 8 to 10, by learning the ins and outs of franchising opportunities in the food, retail and service sector during the Philippine Franchise Association Expo, at the Activity Center.

It’s also time to jumpstart a healthy lifestyle and get ready to discover the steps of living well at the FWD Life’s Live to Move Health & Wellness Campaign, “Move for a healthier Lifestyle!” on Saturday, April 23, at The Terraces.

For the months of April and May, there are activities to nurture children’s creativity and interests, with Ayala’s summer workshops in taekwondo, ballet, fashion modelling for teens and kids, cooking, hosting, drawing and painting, voice workshop, guitar and violin lessons, and Vanguard card game. 

5. All-time favorite entertainment. Nothing beats the familiar rush of joy that usual favorites give, such as movie marathons, shopping and fashion. The stars of the movie, “My Candidate” come by on Saturday, April 9, 4:00 p.m. at The Terraces. Everyone may the chance to meet Derek Ramsay, Iza Calzado and Shaina Magdayao up close for a meet and greet session.

On April 9 and 23 at 7 p.m., the whole family may watch their favorite movies under the stars at the Family Outdoor Movie Nights, at the Belo Garden. 

At the Gallery, best deals on summer essentials and other travel needs from participating merchants at available during the Summer Souk from April 22 to 24. On April 30 at 6 p.m., #SartorialSummer, a midsummer party featuring the latest summer trends in hippie style, takes place. Shoppers can enjoy great finds from the Felici Pop -Up, a line of premium ladies wear that is proudly Cebuano from April 1 to May 31 at the Level 2 of The Gallery.

For the latest updates, the Ayala Center Cebu social media accounts are at www.facebook.com/AyalaCebu and @AyalaCenterCebu on Twitter and Instagram. The Ayala Concierge hotline are 231-5342 to 44 local 324 and 266-2535. (FREEMAN)