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‘Liberation Fest activities resume tonight—hopefully’
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Posted on Jun 30 2004
“As I mentioned yesterday, more than 12 booths were damaged, but if we are given the ‘OK’ from CUC then we will start, but the damaged booths might not be all ready. We still have booths that are in good shape,” he said.
Cepeda said he is pushing for full operation by tomorrow night. “That’s the coronation night for our eight candidates, and I am still pushing that everything be ready by that time.”
Vying for the coveted queen title are Lady Leiana K. Ogumoro, who represents the Refaluwasch Foundation and community; Lady Nadia B. Manglona, who represents the island of Rota and the Rota High School JROTC program; Lady Myla Capilitan, who represents Filipino community; Lady Sarah T. Igisaiar, who represents the Chuukese community; Lady Sweeda N. Glad, who represents the Indian community; Lady Heather O. Woodruff, who represents the Palauan community; Lady Monarie R. Cabrera, who represents the Kagman High School JROTC; and Lady Sheyvonne A. Maratita, who represents the Chamorro community.
The 2004 queen will receive a $1,000 in scholarship, while the first and second runners-up will get $700 and $500. Also, the candidates will each receive a crown, a scepter, a royal robe, and a necklace or bracelet, and two gowns.
Immediately following the coronation will be the Queen’s Ball at the Hafa Adai Beach Hotel.
Already in construction is the review stand for the Liberation parade set for Sunday, July 4, while the parking area for all dignitaries is currently being addressed.
Cepeda is also urging all ethnic organizations to take part in the Liberation parade. As of press time, the meeting concerning the parade was still in progress.
The parade begins at 9am at the National Office Supply and will conclude at the Kristo Rai Church across the carnival site.
