Of course, what’s the best way to usher in 2010 than to paint the town red. We’ve gathered the hippiest dance spots to welcome the New Year with a bang!

Big Shebang at The Establishment

Featuring renowned masters of the deck–Manolet Dario and Nicky Jurado. For reservations, please call 502-7000 and 0917-8953332, email eventsandlifestylemanila@gmail.com or log on to www.establishment.com.ph.

Lokallooper.com’s Sunrise Annual 2010

Greet the first Sunrise of the New Year this Thursday, December 31, 11PM at TGIF, Bonifacio High Street. Featuring Electronic Mix Maestros–Manolet “Papi” Santos, Gutsy Au, Marie Garcia,Mark Nicosia,Jerome Cura,Yoshi Uy, Bing Reyes,Luke Orbos and Inkee Hidalgo.

The New Year Experience

With music by Funk Avy, Emil Angeles, and Martin Atayde. On Thursday, December 31, 9PM at Suite (Formerly Cuisine). For reservations, please call 0917-8807827 or 0917-7707326.

New Years Party @ Ascend

Join the Big Countdown at the main room with Hype Manila & DJ Shorty;at the International VIP Lounge with Jamir Brothers and at the Skye Affair with Vibe Entertainment and Kevin Cabanban.
For more inquiries, please text 0917-7775476 or email reserve@clubascend.com.

Happy Nu Vo Year

Celebrate New Year’s Eve 2010 with…

Every time I order from a fast food chain, the counter person would always ask me ” Sir, would you like to upsize your order?” This December, the Circuit team asks you ” Would you like to upsize your celebrations?”

We encourage you this holiday season to have an extra-large blast and upgrade your giving this month. Let’s make it more memorable than previous years. Do something different or unusual this season. You can lend a helping hand and allot some time to charity. Start now by being the “bigger person” who is more understanding and compassionate. Eventually, this exciting perspective will pave the way for bigger and brighter things to come.

But of course, you have to reward yourself too for all that effort. Be the person to jumpstart the merry activities amongst your friends and family. Be the first to give the presents or organize the Christmas parties or plan the long weekend holiday.

This issue, Circuit Breaker suggests gifts that would unleash the uniqueness for your dear loved ones. Flip out the Grid for a…

All big things and the realization of dreams start with imagination. It never fails to awaken our passions in achieving our goals. It lives with every endeavor, however big or small. Today, Samsung reinforces that unique link to every success.

As the much-loved brand circles-in on the Filipino youth, Samsung invites everyone to take a look back at the inspirations behind each passion. Brimming with energy, full of fresh ideas and outpouring with spirited courage, the youth of today is the epitome of a bright and promising future—a shared vision that Samsung wants to help realize.

With its “I Imagine” campaign, Samsung focuses on the young generation’s passions, concerns and outlooks. Encouraging the Filipino youth to speak-up and voice-out their opinions, thoughts, feelings and ideas, the leading innovator in digital electronics media creates a dynamic force that just brims with sheer ingenuity. Logging in on www.samsung.com/ph directs you to a world filled with bright promises!

Metro Manila college students, currently enrolled this school year, can register and create their own I Imagine slogan by completing the statement: “I…

November of last year we first presented our techie issue and since we got favorable responses from you, we decided to do it again this month.

We collected upcoming gadgets that are soon to be the “got-to-have-this” lists for the season. Circuit will jump-start your techie-essentials or should we say a revamp on your bag contents. I am very sure your fingers will be delighted on tapping new keypads or sliding new screen. The scent of freshly opened box and the crackling sound of plastic are sensory delight. Flip on to our Circuit breaker to know more about it.

Circuit is excited with the newly launched PLDT DSL Watch Pad, a new level of entertainment that will make us glued on our e-notebook. Check out the different channels that you can watch anytime and anywhere. It won’t be a surprise if this is added in your bookmarks.

November shows early sign of cool temperature, making it more conducive for catching up. Circadian visited two bars that gave a warm and homey-feel within the heart of the metropolis. If…

Our October cover girl needs no further introduction since she has become such a familiar face in the fashion and beauty scene. Undoubtedly, Mikaela Lagdameo has probably grown up right before our eyes.  From becoming a favorite teen magazine cover girl to a sophisticated lady gracing numerous campaigns here and abroad, she has definitely bagged it all.

At 24, she has reached the top peak of her career and a fulfilling personal life.  What more can a girl ask for?  Definitely, she isn’t the type who would be content on whatever she has already achieved. Instead, she’s an eager beaver soul setting her sights on conquering new heights and improving her craft.

The Circuit Team got to know Mika and her top Six-crets during our cover shoot.  We’re amazed with what we have discovered about her.

1. How did you start into modeling? “I started at 15, which was really by accident. It was never something I thought I would do. I was spotted at a teen magazine anniversary party, they asked to do an editorial. At the…

The start of our sixth edition dawns with this October issue. Six years of mapping and coordinating your city life has given so much pride for us.  Your continuing trust is the electricity behind this eventzine.

I always believe that one has to look to the past in order to move forward. History is instrumental to creating the future. More importantly, we appreciate what we have learned. Regardless of any situation, it is good to remember previous experiences because it paves and shapes how we are now. It is your fuel to move forward and to reinvent one self. You need to take two steps back to leap higher.

In this issue, the team shares our favorite events that have remained as good memories. Circuit Breaker takes you to a reminiscing path. We personally picked our own favorites past events which have resulted to a dynamic recollection. The different selections of the team mirrored the various characters of Circuit and our craving for assortment. We also featured some essentials that armed us through the experiences.

Circadian boldly takes…

Rescue Operations

1. National Disaster Coordinating Council (NDCC) (+632-9125668, +632-9111406, +632-9115061, +632-9122665) Help hotlines: (+65 734-2118, 734-2120) ndcchelpdesk@gmail.com
2. Philippine Coast Guard (+632-5276136)
3. Air Force (+63908-1126976, +632-8535023)
4. Metro Manila Development Authority (136)
5. Marikina City Rescue (+632-6462436, +632-6462423, +632920-9072902)
6. Pasig Rescue Emergency Number (+632-6310099)
7. Quezon City Rescue (161)
8. San Juan City Hall Command Post (+632-4681697)
9. Bureau of Fire Protection Region III (Central Luzon) Hotline: (+63245-9634376)
10. Senator Dick Gordon (+639178997898, +63938-444BOYS, +632-9342118, +632-4338528)
11. Senator Manny Villar (+639174226800. +639172414864, +639276751981)

Civil Society/ Media

1. Philippine National Red Cross (143, +632-5270000)
2. Philippine National Red Cross Rizal Chapter operations center hotline: (+632-6350922, +632-6347824)
3. Go to GMA Facebook page & post complete addresses and names of people in need of immediate help.
4. ABS-CBN Typhoon Ondoy Hotline: (+632-4163641)
5. Jam 88.3: (+632- 6318803) or SMS at JAM (space) 883 (space) your message to 2968
6. GMA Kapuso Helpline: (+632-9811950-59)

Sahana Disaster Management System needs IT volunteers (http://www.facebook.com/l/19ffc;sahana.kahelos.org. Email sahana@kahelos.org.)

Rubber Boat, 4×4 Trucks, Chopper Requests

1. NCRPO (+632-8383203, +632-8383354)
2. Private citizens who would like to lend their motor boats for rescue please call emergency nos: +632-9125668, +632-9111406, +632-9122665, +632-9115061)
3. You can…

It’s been three days since the big typhoon Ondoy has struck our country leaving a huge loss in our midst.  Now, it’s our turn to help our countrymen in these times of need. Wherever and whoever you are, you can help touch people’s lives through your donation or even your volunteer acts.  We’ve gathered places/groups where you can give out your help.

Makati
-    San Antonio Parish - Look for JJ YULO or Mike Yuson
-    WhiteSpace, 2314 Pasong Tamo Ext., beside Makati Faith Christian School
-     Myron’s Rockwell or Myron’s Place Greenbelt 5
-    Dasmarinas Village Park Pavillion

Greenhills

-    A Relief Operations Drop-Off Center has been set-up at La Salle Greenhills ongoing today. Please bring donations to Gate 2 of La Salle Greenhills, along Ortigas Ave., Mandaluyong

Alabang

-    Please send your food, clothing, & blanket donations to G/F, South Center Tower Bldg, Market St., Madrigal Business Park, Alabang, Muntinlupa City (809-3132) and at 434 Taal St., Ayala Alabang Village (468-7991).

Quezon City

-    Drop off area for relief goods at Balay -Expo Centro, Edsa cor, Gen. Mac Arthur (near Farmersmarket ) Araneta Center,…

This month, the Circuit team decided to do our homework ahead of time. As early as September, we have gathered new items that will storm the shelves of your favorite stores; items that you wish will also end up in your racks as well.  Check out our Circuit Breaker section where we give you a guide to your ‘must-haves’. Hopefully, this will be a time-worthy wait for the much-anticipated Christmas season or if you really can’t resist, go ahead and grab these hot items as the holiday spirit jumpstarts.

Our September issue also updates you on what’s the buzz at The Fort area. These two new hot spots will surely make a big impact in the area by adding more electricity to the district. We just hope that traffic in the parking area is managed properly especially during the 2AM curfew limit unless they extend the party hours to spare everyone from the parking exodus.

Unfold The Grid and check out what and who is rocking in your neighborhood. We want to hear more from you, shout…

Keep It Pop and Coming!

Our issue reveres a movement that incorporates elements of modern popular culture and the mass media. Pop art has always been our inspiration. In fact, it keeps us on a constant search on what will be the current buzz in the metro.

We have observed a trend when it comes to shopping and dining. Perhaps this is a result of those weekend markets that have slowly evolved into an everyday experience. The laid back atmosphere where you can order a familiar dish and shop for highly coveted items that are usually not found in the malls.

Our Circadian section offers you two destinations that will provide you the relaxed weekend feel anytime of the week. Interestingly, this experience will not only satisfy your appetite but will also enrich your creativity and fashion sensibility.

At our Circuit Breaker section, the team has spotted hot items that will fit your appetite for the good life. The seamless combination of this season’s coolest gadgets for the modern movements is definitely going to rock the city.

Speaking of gadgets,…