THE PHILIPPINE LEADER
40TH KARAKOL NG IMUS:
JAYCEES STYLE THE NEW NORMAL Written by: JCI Imus Haligue
Karakol is a thanksgiving parade accompanied with various dance steps honoring the feast day of a certain patron saint, commonly observed all throughout the Province of Cavite. It’s a yearly devotion since it was f irst celebrated more than four hundred years ago. It was introduced by Dominican Friars to the locals of Cavite as the absolute medium of showcasing undying commitment towards their patron saints. During that time, the Philippines was still a colony of Spain. Considering particularly Cavite, and more specif ically Imus, was one of the main strongholds of
This caused the Jaycees of Imus Haligue to take the challenge of annually organizing the said event. In 1980, the f irst Grand Karakol ng Bayan Jaycees style was born. JCI Imus Haligue invited various civic organizations in and outside Cavite to experience and witness the festive tradition that Imuseños are known for. Thousands of people joined the procession to the point that main thoroughfares were f illed with people cheering and dancing to the tune of the Karakol played by marching and lyre bands.
the Spaniards.
Last October 11, 2020, the legacy of JCI Imus Haligue
For the City of Imus, Karakol is held to honor the Patroness
to its 40th year. Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and
of the Diocese of Imus, Nuestra Señora del Pilar de Imus, mostly known by many as “Nana Pilar”. Since 1980, JCI Imus Haligue has brought its trademark by spearheading the preserved culture and tradition of celebrating the Town Fiesta, through its annual initiative of conducting the “Karakol ng Imus” as a continuous practice and service to the community. In its early years, Karakol ng Bayan of Imus was participated and organized by Parishioners of the Imus Cathedral. The devotees eventually grew f rom mere members of the neighborhood to citizens f rom other nearby municipalities.
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continues as we bring the preserved culture and tradition challenges we are facing, our faith and tradition remains as hope still arises. Due to nationwide community quarantine and lockdown protocols, the said event was done through motorcade and was broadcasted live via the Facebook pages of JCI Imus Haligue and Our Lady of the Pillar Parish. It was hosted by Cheska Geron and Roy Tingco, both JCI Imus Haligue members. We brought the 40th Edition of Karakol ng Imus: Jaycees Style, the New Normal way.
