More Updates - Cosmeet and Planned Election of Officers

Hello, minna-san. This is Seishi once again. 13 still has no Internet connection at her home, so no updates from her yet. Anyway, here I am with some more updates on the society.

Last Saturday, 13, X and I attended the 2nd 2009 cosmeet for the Cebu Cosplayers Club. It was held in Handuraw, in Gorordo, just a few steps ahead of Philhealth and Turtle's Nest. Personally, it was fun. 13 was not able to attend the entire event because of some obligations at school, so I stayed behind with X for the duration of the cosmeet.

I met Sasuke/Hidan, founder of the CCC, with who I am said to be a twin. Lol. I don't mind that, although we do have some minor resemblances. I also used the event as an opportunity to meet with potential band members for the Otaku gig we will be having in December. Of course, I recruited Sasuke as well, and I have a Gackt/Hyde duet in mind.

Alright, more updates. Mikare and Gem Shinosuke visited the event as well, wherein we talked about the plans for Japanese lessons. Right now, I think it's a "go" and all we need is the venue where the classes will be held. So, minnasan, I need your suggestions. Please PM me as soon as you can about your venue suggestions, since it will be you who'll be spending on expenses related to the venue. Lessons are free, but we have to pay for the reference materials and the venue.

Perhaps I'll hold a conference this Friday to address that.

Minnasan, we are requesting everybody to post their member profiles. We need you to send your name, the club in which you are affiliated with, your email address, and a small picture. This is a preparation for the election of officers. We need you to do this so that you can have ideas on who you will nominate and vote for as leaders of CIO-AMAGE. Take note, we founders are not supposed to hold any other position as officers, but we will of course oversee the management of the organization. Member profiles will be posted in our Multiply account. Please send them to cebu_animemanga_society@ymail.com and also CC me at mayapching@gmail.com.

I would like to remind everyone also of one crucial requirement in this organization: respect. Although we don't have any strict by-laws as of the moment, there is still a default rule in place. We will not tolerate any harassment or any other form of personal assault done by members towards both other members and non-members of CIO-AMAGE.

CIO-AMAGE Meet-and-Greet

Konnichiwa, minna-san! This is Seishi, speaking on behalf of 13 who is still unavailable due to absence of Internet connection at her place. Here are some updates for the Society.

Good news! The first CIO-AMAGE gathering was a success. More than 20 members showed up for the meet-and-greet in Ayala Center, Cebu City. Meeting place was varied, but since majority of the members who showed up (members of the Cosplay Arts forum) were gathered at Seattle's Best, I took the initiative to tell all other members to head there.

There were three different groups that showed up:

* CIO-AMAGE external members (those that do not belong to any other existing clubs)
* Cosplay Arts
* Cebu Cosplaying Club (four members)

Pictures are available at the Society's Multiply account. Link here.

What happened that day was: after 3 hours of waiting for 13, I decided to just push through with the introductions. The members were quite creative with that. It was as if I ony had to give them a prod and they went through with it. Congratulations, CIO-AMAGE members. We also shared YM ID's although I wasn't able to get them from Jackie who has them. Stupid of me.

When 13 did arrive, we introduced the club to the members who remained. Most of them had to leave because their parents had picked them, or they had a curfew, etc. We took some suggestions, and those are:

* Election of officers (to be held after the CCC cosmeet). Suggestions, everyone?
* Nihonggo Lessons. I'm currently negotiating with Mikare, who said his girlfriend Gem Shinosuke can teach us for free.
* Weekly meet so that everyone can know each other.

During the meeting, 13 and I agreed that we will attend the CCC's Cosmeet this Saturday as a show of support, and a chance to talk with Hidan of the CCC. As for myself, it's a good photo op for my Sony DSC-W120.

Well, that's about it. That's what happened at the first CIO-AMAGE gathering, and I'm optimistic that we can pull this through.

OFFICIAL NAME OF THE ORGANIZATION

Suggestions were submitted. The members had voted. And now, we have the winner for the CLUB NAME CHALLENGE.


*drumroll*



It is hereby declared that this organization shall henceforth be named as





Cebu Integrated Organization of Anime Manga Arts & Games Enthusiasts





Congratulations to Mr. Kakashidale for winning the challenge! ;p




To all the members who participated, i.e. submitted their suggestions and voted, thank you so much! We really appreciate your involvement in the organization.


Next agenda, ORGANIZATION LOGO and the upcoming GATHERING!!!!

Minna, slow but steady development ^_^v Let's keep it up and LET'S KICK ASS..LOL ;p







Mail us for questions and suggestions ^_^v

THE TOP FIVE

To all members who submitted their suggestion/s (o ha! dli na entry! ^_^v), thank you for your participation ;p

The top five entries are: *drumoll*

1) IMAGE - Integrated Manga and Anime Group of Enthusiasts

2) CIO-AVAE - (pron. sho-a-vey) Cebu Integrated Organization of Audio-Visual Arts Enthusiasts
OR
CIO-AMAGE- (pron. sho-a-meyj/sho-a-ma-geh) Cebu Integrated Organization of Anime Manga Arts & Games Enthusiasts

3) Anime Rengou (alliance)

4) Cebu Genshiken

5) JAMMERS - Japanese Anime Manga Music & Enthusiastic Roleplayers Society

Please pick your desired name for the organization and then send your vote to cebu_animemanga_society@ymail.com Thanks ;p by the way, please vote wisely since the name will be very important! ^^v

NOTE: Voting time will be from March 8, 2009 to March 9, 2009 (11:00 PM) ONLY. ^_^v

Cebu Anime and Manga Organization’s Meeting via Yahoo! Messenger

March 2, 2009, 8:00-9:00 P.M.

1. Members were reminded of the submission of the organization’s name. Deadline will be on March 6, 2009.
2. Proposal of the meeting was brought up and approved. The date and time was decided.
3. The members gave suggestions for the venue. The choices were narrowed to two; ayala business park and ayala terraces. Members weighed the pros and cons. To settle the issue, a votation took place.
4. The activity during the gathering will be introductions with a twist.
5. The meeting was then adjourned.

Congrats everyone! We are slow but steadily making progress ;) So far, these were the proposals and decisions made by the members during the Yahoo! Messenger conference. Again, thanks sa nang-attend. We really appreciate your involvement. Sa wala, ok ra pero attend mo next time ha.

ANNOUNCEMENT

What: Cebu Anime and Manga Society Gathering
When: April 18, 2009, 1:00 P.M.
Where: Ayala Terraces (grounds)
Who: All members of the organization
Why: It’s more like a grand eyeball event wherein members will be able to meet and interact with fellow anime enthusiasts. Introductions will be made by each member however there would be a twist. Each of you will present or bring something that shows your interest or hobby relating but not limited to anime, manga, cosplay, jmusic, jdrama, fanarts, and fanfics. For example, if you love cosplaying, you can attend the gathering wearing a costume. If you love Japanese music, you can dress up like the singer/artist you chose and perform a small presentation. It’s up to you! ;) Let your imagination and interests weave a performance that shows your uniqueness. ^_^

Note:
1) BYOF – pangshare mo ha...hehe! ^^ cmang...
2) No alcoholic drinks allowed. (Ig human na sa event. Libre mo ha! Wahehehe! Ok ra ko ug RH—spank 13!)
3) Forward your questions and suggestions to: cebu_animemanga_society@ymail.com

Research ;p

Minna, we need your help. We are currently making the organization’s constitution and we need someone who would volunteer to research the following:

1. Japanese term for the positions:

a) Internal President
b) External President
c) Founder
d) Vice-president
e) Secretary
f) Treasurer
g) Research Committee and Head
h) Promotion Committee and Head
i) Recruiting and Membership Committee and Head
j) Members’ Affair Representative
k) Program and Activities Committee
l) probation

2. Philippine Film Rating System (needed for film showing)

Thanks ;p

CLUB NAME CHALLENGE

Guys, we really need your help. We need a new name for the club. Some members weren't able to vote last time so we'll consider AMBU winning as null and void. I know this is confusing and a hassle but please bear with us.

CLUB NAME CHALLENGE

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QUALIFICATIONS:

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1. All members are required to submit a name of the club.

2. For non-members, please join the club first before submitting your entry.

Note: sorry guys and gals, we need it jud. ;p

RULES:

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1. The name must be original.

2. It must not be related to any anime series or club in an anime series.

SUBMISSION:

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1. You can submit more than one entry.

2. Entries will be submitted to: cebu_animemanga_society@ymail.com

3. Entries should include the name of the member.

TIMETABLE:

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1. Ready-Set-Go! The challenge will officially begin on February 27, 2009

2. Hourglass: Members will be given eight days.

3. Deadliest Deadline: March 6, 2009

NOTE:

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1. Five entries will be chosen.

2.The five entries will be posted in this blog on March 7, 2009

3. After choosing, the votation process will ensue.

4. All members will cast their vote on March 7, 2009

5. No proxy voting is allowed.

6. Votes will be submitted to: cebu_animemanga_society@ymail.com

WINNER:

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1. The winning entry will be decided by all members through votation.

2. It will be announced on March 9, 2009 in the org's blog.

3. The winner will receive a very small freebie (suhol ni ha para sure jud na mu-submit mo...hehe)

4. The winner will be given due recognition for his great contribution to the club.

5. Finally, the winning entry will become the official name of the club.

QUESTIONS:

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cebu_animemanga_society@ymail.com

EDITED:

Thanks to c-chan for pointing out the loophole ;p