Covering the week’s most noteworthy events in the Filipino-American and Global Filipino community.
Smokefree Innotec, Inc. (SFIO), a New Zealand-based Filipino company, is starting its educational road tour in the United States. The company’s chairman, Jeths De Jesus Lacson, announced that SFIO has successfully acquired Agrokings, Inc. and its subsidiaries in August 2021. This roadshow is focused on digital entrepreneurial education, giving people a first-hand education in adapting…
Return to in-person programming in Historic Filipinotown LOS ANGELES — FilAm ARTS (The Association for the Advancement of Filipino American Arts and Culture) announced its return to live in-person programming with “A Love Letter to HiFi” on Saturday, September 25 at 2220 Arts and Archives (formerly the Bootleg Theatre) in the Historic Filipinotown district of…
THE San Francisco Filipino American Chamber of Commerce is inviting kababayans to join them on October 5-6 for the San Francisco City Administrator’s Small Business Summit, a virtual event that aims to demystify doing business with the City & County of San Francisco for local small businesses and suppliers. The SFFACC recognizes that successfully securing opportunities with…
MEMPHIS – During Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in September, witness how the sky is no limit for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital®. St. Jude physician assistant and pediatric cancer survivor Hayley Arceneaux will launch into space on the world’s first all-civilian mission to orbit called Inspiration4 on Wednesday, Sept. 15. Communities, celebrities and influencers everywhere…
Come win a share of $100,000 in cash & EasyPlay giveaways WIN a share of $100,000 in cash and EasyPlay Join Pechanga Resort Casino in celebration of the Mid-Autumn Festival with the exciting $100,000 Harvest Moon Drawing on Friday, September 10 & 24. There will be a total of 105 winners of EasyPlay and cash prizes each drawing…
WITH a little over a month to go, a global community of Iskos and Iskas will gather the 21st Grand Reunion and Convention (GRC). Hosted by the University of the Philippines Alumni Association in America (UPAAA) and co-hosted with the UP Alumni Association of Nevada (UPAAN), the GRC will be the first-ever virtual and global event from October 22-24,…
LAUGHTER is the best medicine! That is why Pechanga Resort Casino welcomes the comeback of multi-faceted Filipino actor, comedian, TV host and stage performer Vice Ganda for the upcoming live performance dubbed “Vax Ganda, A Dose of Laughter” on October 15 (9 p.m.) and 16 (6 p.m.) at the halls of the Pechanga Summit, in Temecula,…
Global event promoted Stop Asian Hate efforts, gave tributes to Filipino frontline workers SAN FRANCISCO – The 28th annual Pistahan Parade and Festival hosted by the Filipino American Arts Exposition (FAAE) drew thousands of viewers worldwide with its virtual showcase of Filipino history, culture and art. Livestreamed on Facebook, YouTube and Kumu — the Philippines’…
LXV Enterprises, LLC in association with the Los Angeles Philharmonic Association presents ‘“Pinoy”tainment,’ an evening of music, dance and comedy featuring seasoned performers and up-and-coming artists from the Filipino-American community, at The Ford. The one-night-only concert will be hosted by YouTube sensation and singer/songwriter AJ Rafael. “An opportunity like this does not come around often,”…
SAN FRANCISCO – The Filipino American Arts Exposition (FAAE) will be holding the 28th annual Pistahan Virtual Parade and Festival to celebrate Filipino heritage and culture. There will be live online programming on Saturday, August 14, and Sunday, August 15, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. PDT each day. Al Perez, president of FAAE, said:…
PHILIPPINE Consul General Edgar Badajos, a proud University of the Philippines alumni himself, recently inducted the 2021 to 2023 officers and directors of the University of the Philippine Alumni Association of Greater Los Angeles or UPAAGLA in an intimate, hybrid (in-person and Zoom) affair. Attended by around 50 in-person guests, newly-inducted President Evelyn Adamo expressed…
KALAYAAN Incorporated participated in the celebration of Dr. Jose Rizal’s 160th birth anniversary on Saturday, June 19 at the City of Carson’s International Sculpture Garden with a ceremonial wreath laying. Among the esteemed guests were Philippine Consul General Edgar B Badajos, Carson Mayor Lula-Davis Holmes, Mayor Pro-Tem Jim Dear, Assemblymember Mike Gipson of the 64th…
The inaugural donation to the new fund takes place during the 15th Annual “Giving for All Seasons” Fundraising Gala hosted by APCF On Thursday, June 17, Asian Pacific Community Fund (APCF) celebrates the 15th Annual “Giving for All Seasons” Fundraising Gala with the announcement of the Women Leadership in Philanthropy Fund. In a study conducted by…
This week, Disney Animation Studios will celebrate the release of its movie “Raya and the Last Dragon” by working with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® to spread joy through a series of virtual events for St. Jude patient families and its generous supporters. “Raya and the Last Dragon” is an epic journey to the fantasy…
Friends of the Philippines Society USA will celebrate Pride with a Benefit Cocktail Party on Saturday, June 26, from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. at Friedman’s at the Edison in New York City. The celebration will feature drag queen Andy Starling, and will include open bar, hors d’oeuvres and music. The fundraiser is to support Friends of the Philippines Society USA’s programs. Friedman’s is located…
By Gloria Caoile AFTER a difficult year for the arts and art lovers, Las Vegas was treated to a performance of BROADWAY STRIPPED by Broadway Barkada on Friday, June 11. The group — which is composed primarily of Filipino American performers who have starred in productions such as “Miss Saigon,” “CATS,” “Here Lies Love,” “Hamilton,”…
ANGELES CITY, Pampanga — The Department of Tourism (DOT) has heated up its efforts to stir the local food tourism scene with the 2021 edition of the KAIN NA! Food and Travel Festival in partnership with Ayala Malls. “Each year, the Kain Na Food and Travel Festival continues to evolve in response to the needs…
A free virtual celebration in Carson featuring non-stop cultural and patriotic performances and various entertainments for the entire family will mark the 123rd anniversary of Philippine Independence Day. Non-stop entertainment will begin on Friday, June 11th at 5:30 p.m. on Channel 18 or YouTube and replay on Saturday, June 11th at 11 a.m. on https://carsonca.gov/PID123,…
PECHANGA Resort Casino joins in celebration of the 123rd Philippine Independence Day on June 12. “Pechanga Resort Casino join you in celebrating the Philippine Independence Day. We wish you safety and good health on this special day. Long Live!,” said Marylou Bean, Senior Executive Casino Host. At the same time, Vhergie DeJesus, Executive Casino Host,…
The Filipino Young Leaders Program (FYLPRO) and its virtual COVID19 help desk Tayo is partnering with the Council of Young Filipinx Americans in Medicine (CYFAM), Mabuhay Credit Union, Filipinx/a/o Community Health Association (FILCHA), Clinica Romero and the City of Carson to offer a free vaccine pop-up clinic in June. Pfizer, Moderna and Johnson and Johnson…
AS CDC guidelines ease, Holy Name of Mary Parish in San Dimas, California re-opened its door to parishioners last Sunday, May 23 at masses held in various times. It was held at the Feast of Pentecost, commemorating the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and other followers of Jesus. This represents the birth…
Help end childhood cancer by supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital on June 7 on Twitch ON Monday, June 7, from 7-9 p.m. PDT, leading musician and artist AJ Rafael will host a special benefit concert on Twitch to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of his “Red Roses” album and to raise awareness and support the…
The Philippine Consulate General in Los Angeles is inviting the public to the airing of the fifth installment of “Fiesta Filipinas: An Online Celebration of Philippine Festivals.” This episode of Fiesta Filipinas will showcase the annual Flores de Mayo festival held all over the Philippines every month of May. The episode also includes a virtual…
Kollaboration will once again hold its conference, where aspiring Asian Americans in arts, entertainment and new media can learn from the community’s inspiring professionals. Taking place on May 22, “EMPOWERD 2021” will be a free virtual event consisting of notable artists, actors, writers, directors, community leaders and more gathering virtually to educate Asian American creative…
“Salo-Salo” is an event that seeks to honor Philippine Independence Day on June 12 in San Bruno, California. Entrepreneurs Connie Villeta of Wicked! Photobooth and Edylyn Lagapa with NYL & San Bruno Chamber are spearheading the event. Both women are Board of Directors for Project Pearls and will be the beneficiary for this first-time event….
IN the wake of violence against Asian Americans, local Filipino American groups in Carson, California are coming together to host a workshop teaching vulnerable community members how to protect themselves from physical harm. Billed as “Defend Our Elders: Self-Defense Training,” the 90-minute event at Carson Park on Saturday, May 8 will feature a demonstration from…
JOURNEY at Pechanga hosted Character Media’s 14th Annual Pro-am Golf Tournament last April 5 and 6, 2021. This marks the 8th year the championship course set amid the Temecula rolling hills hosted the tournament as the official sponsor. The event skipped the 2020 event due to COVID-19. This year, the tournament teed off with more…
By Camille Maben / First 5 California Executive Director Asian Pacific Islander American Heritage Month celebrates the rich and diverse Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander heritages that span the world and the depths of American history. Generations after generations of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) have continued to make America their home…
FOUR University of the Philippines alumni were honored at a recent virtual ceremony hosted by the UP Alumni Association of Greater Los Angeles (UPAAGLA). Mario C. Ignacio, retired chief accounting employee of the L.A. Department of Water & Power; Marlon Saria, nurse specialist & nurse scientist; Elsa Matteo Gillham, past Rotary Club District Governor; and…
