Zulu Creative Chiefs Josh & Tina Zulu Assist with H-Town Adobo Hoedown to Raise funds for Flood Victims in the Philippines

10-02-2009 | News,Sponsorships & Community Support

**Updated 10/14/09 – CHANGE OF VENUE**


NEW LOCATION for the Adobo Hoedown is
DiverseWorks Art Space (Downtown Houston)
1117 East Freeway
Houston, TX 77002
Directions/Map: http://bit.ly/dwmap

When we heard about the recent Philippine floods leaving over 300,000+ people homeless we wanted do something locally to help. We’ve joined forces with a group of young Filipino Americans to form the BAHAla na Tribe and created an exciting and fun event to raise money and clothing to send to the American Red Cross for Philippines Typhoon Ketsana Relief Effort. We hope you can join us on this special day to enjoy the Filipino culture and help those less fortunate. We introduce, the H-Town Adobo Hoedown!

Be a part of a fun, cultural celebration in honor of Filipino American History Month while helping others in need. The H-Town Sneaker Summit will also be at the event accepting clothing and shoe donations.

Event Highlights:

ADOBO COOK-OFF -YOU be the judge! Sample each of the Filipino Adobo dishes and vote for your favorite!! YUM! And for those ready for a culinary adventure, taste ADOBO ICE CREAM courtesy of award-winning pastry chef, Plinio Sandalio.

Pick-your-Prize Raffle -Win a great prize, pick what you want to win!! Check out the growing list of prizes:

T-Mac signed authentic Jersey valued at $1,000 donated by vitaminwater
Signed shoe from Dwight Howard valued at $399 donated by Adidas
Authentic Tony Parker Jersey valued at $570 donated by vitaminwater
REI Transit Bag (black) and an REI $25 Gift Card valued at $100 donated by REI
Chris Paul signed Jersey valued at $594 donated by vitaminwater
Free Beginner Tango Class Cycle for 2 valued at $120 donated by Tangohous
Mally Beauty “To the Max” Travel Bag and assorted makeup donated by Mally Beauty

More to be added soon!

Karaoke – The Karaoke King will bring his professional system. He’s got your song! Make a donation, sing your heart out! Choose from over 10,000 songs!

Shoes and Clothing Donation Station by the H-Town Sneaker Summit – http://bit.ly/snkrsummit

Entertainment by Houston’s own Filipino-American talents:

Filipino Martial Arts demonstration by Leo

Live Bands:

Ira Perez – http://www.myspace.com/iraperez
The Presidents – legendary roots/reggae/eclectic awesomeness!! (The Presidents are also reuniting to headline the Celebrate Houston! Festival on Sunday November 1 at Tlaquepaque Plaza on Telephone Road and Lockwood. For more information: www.celebrateHouston.org, www.hmoc.org.)
 Windbreakers feat. Dea from Phuz
Sole Resonance

DJ’s:

Kracker Nuttz DJ Crew of 97.9 “the Box”- http://www.krackernuttz.com
Booth Pimps: DJ Ebonix, DJ Johnny J – http://boothpimps.wordpress.com
DJ Seduction of World Entertainment
DJ Riddler of Hot 95.7-Sirius/XM – http://www.djriddler.com

Entry: $10 adults / $5 for children 12 and under

Raffle Tickets: $5 each or 5 for $20

CHANGE OF PLANS: We outgrew our orig venue. NEW LOCATION for @AdoboHoedown is@DiverseWorks http://bit.ly/dwmap

If you are unable to attend the Adobo Hoedown and would like to make a donation, please follow this link: http://adobohoedown.chipin.com

WANT TO GET INVOLVED?

Volunteer Sign-up: http://bit.ly/adoboV
Donate a Raffle Prize: http://bit.ly/adobo
Donate shoes and clothing: http://bit.ly/snkrsummit

Follow the AdoboHoedown on Twitter for updates: http://www.twitter.com/AdoboHoedown