This is the first issue of a magazine dedicated to the town of Paoay in Ilocos Norte, Philippines. It features articles on local heritage, including the Tumba Festival, Kusina Valentin restaurant, Paoay Lake, Panag-abel weaving, St. Agustin Church, and the Paseo de Paoay complex. The issue also includes a song tribute to Paoay, a poem, and a section on local crafts and trade.
Fragment of History, Heritage of Tomorrow is a community magazine from Paoay, Ilocos Norte. This first issue is for residents and visitors interested in the town's culture, history, and traditions.
The issue opens with an ode to Paoay, a song by Angel Gabriel C. Lerios celebrating the town's beauty and heritage. It includes lyrics in Ilocano and English, expressing local pride.
A feature on the Tumba Festival describes the tradition of building bamboo huts with food offerings for All Saints' Day, a practice over 200 years old that honors departed loved ones.
Kusina Valentin restaurant is profiled, named after revolutionary Valentin Diaz. It serves local dishes like pinakbet pizza, bagnet, and longganisa, blending history with cuisine.
A folk tale explains the origin of Paoay Lake, telling of a prosperous town that became arrogant and was submerged. The story contrasts humility with greed.
The magazine also covers local crafts, including Ilocano abel weaving, and the Paseo de Paoay commercial complex. It includes an editorial board, table of contents, and illustrations.