Paul Bettany directs ‘Shelter’

MANIKAN. Featured soloist in Paco Park Presents.

KNOWN to filmgoers as Jarvis/Vision in the Marvel movies, including the upcoming “Captain America: Civil War,” Paul Bettany makes his directorial debut in the film, “Shelter,” which he also scripted.

It’s about two homeless people, played by Jennifer Connelly (Bettany’s wife) and Anthony Mackie, and their harrowing struggle to survive.

Focolare at 50

The Focolare Movement celebrates its 50th year in Asia at 3:30 p.m. on March 14 at the Yuchengco Auditorium, De La Salle University, Taft ave., Manila.

Focolare promotes the ideals of unity and universal brotherhood and operates in 182 coutnries. “Focolare” in Italian means hearth or “family fireside.”

Krissan Manikan

Krissan Manikan, a Filipino mezzo-soprano based in France, will be the featured soloist in Paco Park Presents on Friday, March 18.

She was a scholar of the French Embassy in Manila and George Yang’s Klassikal Music Foundation.

Batibot mobile app

Smart Communications recently brought well-loved “Batibot” characters to spread cheer at the Panagbenga Festival in Baguio City, and to promote the use of the educational Batibot mobile application. For details about Smart’s education activities, visit www.smart.com.ph/learnsmart.

One week ahead

“The Divergent Series: Allegiant” is playing in local cinemas one week ahead of its US release. It follows Tris, Four and their comrades as they escape from the walled city of Chicago and embark on their most dangerous and astonishing adventure yet.

Trumpets Playshop

This summer’s Trumpets Playshop workshops include children’s theater and children’s musical theater classes, special classes on public speaking and hosting, and “spoken word” performance, among others. Call 901-4364.

At Vivere

From March 18 to April 2, Vivere Hotel and Resorts offers a special Lenten package, and a “Happy Family” Easter getaway for March 26-27. Call 771-7777 for details.

The Turf Company

The Turf Company participated in the recent Philippine Boat Show and Premiere Nautical Lifestyle Expo at the SMX Convention Center.

It showcased its flagship products, like Club Car Precedent i2 model golf carts, Texas Eagle two-seater and four-seater golf carts, and Trojan battery, US battery and Duro tires for golf carts, and Orec mowers. Visit www.theturfcompany.com.ph.

‘Miracle From Heaven’ website

Sony Pictures’ inspiring film, “Miracles From Heaven,” has launched a website, www.shareyourmiracle.com, for viewers who want to share the miracles in their own lives.

Users can upload a photo, personalize it and share it on the website’s gallery. The film opens as a pre-Lenten season presentation on March 16.

At Krazy Garlik

Krazy Garlik now serves its newest guilty pleasure, Rib Rave, made up of juicy cuts of meat, fire-roasted to perfection. The Rib seasoned with BBQ is served on a hefty plate with garlic rice and onion rings. Visit www.krazygarlik.com.ph.