We're way past half the year of 2017 but it’s been such an amazing one especially with events following one after another. For example, last August 12th in Carlsbad, in a gorgeous mansion an event was put together for a good cause by Founder Al Harris and Co-Founder Raquel Sanchez of the organization called Kiss the Monkeys (KTM). It’s always a joy and a pleasure that we get to participate & Manila Up! International Magazine was present to partake in the exciting event. Prior to it, Kiss the Mermaids was officially launched at a gala. Kiss the Mermaids had a magnificent underwater photoshoot taken by the talented Alex Sher. Lisseth Corrao from Couture USA hosted the Aqua Gala Event, a charity event benefitting the Magdalene-Ecke Family YMCA to launch KTM’s Women Empowerment Organization. Every lady guest that evening looked lovely. As the guests arrived, there were a few photographers present to take pictures at the red carpet. They walked into the mansion greeting the organizers, Al and Raquel as music which was provided by DJ Aljess Bernardo of A8 Creatives filled the air. Emcees that evening were Sonya Berg and JP West who did a good job keeping the guests entertained, introducing amazing musicians such as Tiffany Nicole Brevard and Ryan Brahms. Guests were entertained with two fashion shows. One was with designer Annette Higgins wearing & showcasing her designer hats with her beautiful models on stage by the pool area of the mansion. The second fashion show was by fashion designer Lisseth Corrao with her designer dresses. A stage by pool area was nicely decorated with a masterpiece backdrop of flowers designed by florist and event planner Norayma Weaver of Sol Luna Events. Tiffany Nicole Brevard and her Mom were awarded the Kiss the...... Read more on Full Issue!