Category Archives: Event

Philippines, Vietnam, and the Universe

Posted on December 18, 2018 by Saigonese

It’s been a while since I last posted (obviously) and even missed my blog anniversary! Hello Saigon turned 8 in November and yup, this blog is still alive. It’s just that there are things I want to write about but … Continue reading →

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Chúc mừng năm mới!

Posted on February 16, 2018 by Saigonese

While our neighborhood was practically a ghost town on Tet Eve, people were flocking to District 1 to visit the Flower Street along Nguyen Hue and wait for the fireworks display. Last year, there were no fireworks display so people … Continue reading →

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Vietnam wins over Qatar at AFC U-23 Championship

Posted on January 25, 2018 by Saigonese

It was just your typical Tuesday afternoon at the office — everyone was busy working on deadlines — when a colleague on my left suddenly clapped loudly! Vietnam just made a goal, tying the match with Qatar to 1-1 in … Continue reading →

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Wishing you a happy Christmas!

Posted on December 26, 2017 by Saigonese
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Dragonfly Theatre & Soul Academy to mount the broadway sensation “Lend Me A Tenor” in November & December 2017

Posted on November 6, 2017 by Saigonese

Dragonfly Theatre is kick-starting its 7th season with Ken Ludwig’s award-winning play “Lend Me A Tenor”, performed on the stage of Soul Music & Performing Arts Academy (SMPAA) in November & December 2017, marking the first milestones in its endeavor … Continue reading →

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Movie: Finally Find Someone

Posted on August 19, 2017 by Saigonese

Last night, I found myself amidst the throng of people queuing to watch the tandem of John Lloyd Cruz and Sarah Geronimo at Bitexco. It’s not usual to watch a Filipino film on the big screen here in Vietnam, so … Continue reading →

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Mừng Chúa Giáng Sinh

Posted on December 25, 2016 by Saigonese
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Supermoon 2016

Posted on November 15, 2016 by Saigonese

So last night there was much ado about the Supermoon — with the moon being the closest to Earth since January 1948. I saw it on my way home from work and couldn’t wait to get home to the kids … Continue reading →

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Terry Fox Run 2016

Posted on November 14, 2016 by Saigonese

Since moving to Vietnam, joining the Terry Fox Run has become a yearly tradition for our family. This year, it’s happening on November 27 (Sunday) at 8 AM in Phu My Hung. If you joined for the last 2 years, it’s … Continue reading →

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6 in 11.11.16

Posted on November 11, 2016 by Saigonese

And now Hello Saigon turns 6 years. It’s been a wonderful journey and I really am surprised I’ve kept this blog for this long. As I quietly celebrate Hello Saigon’s 6th year, I’d like to thank all that have dropped … Continue reading →

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