Author: Ginger Leopoldo
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Niles West High School Students Engage with Community Leaders at the Rizal Center
On December 4, 2025, we were thrilled to welcome students and chaperones from Niles West High School to our Rizal Center! This visit provided a wonderful opportunity to engage with youth and share the rich history of our Filipino American community, all while preparing for our annual Paskuhan celebration. Welcoming Youth to the Rizal Center…
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Celebrating Community and Culture in September
On September 14th, the Rizal Center proudly hosted a workshop performance of Krossroads the Musical by Foline Roos, presented by CIRCA Pintig. The event attracted a packed house of approximately 75 attendees who enjoyed a captivating 2.5-hour performance. Following the show, there was a talkback session with the playwright and artists, allowing the audience to…
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Celebrating Community and Culture in August
August was a month filled with meaningful connections and vibrant celebrations at the Rizal Center. Each gathering highlighted the strength of our community and the richness of our culture. Welcoming the MOSAAIC Study We were thrilled to host the MOSAAIC Study right here at the Rizal Center. This initiative allowed participants to take part while…
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My MOSAAIC Experience: Changing How Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Voices Are Heard in Health Research
For too long, Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities have been grouped as one, and the health guidance we received has not included our voices. It’s time to change that. I recently had the opportunity to take part in the MOSAAIC Study—and it was such a rewarding experience! The surveys were simple to complete,…
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A Memorable July at Rizal Center: Celebrating Community, Culture, and Connection
July was a vibrant and meaningful month at the Rizal Center, filled with opportunities to connect, learn, and celebrate as a community. From creative workshops to cultural celebrations, each event brought us closer together. Here’s a look back at the seven standout moments that made this month so special: 1. Improv Workshop with Essential Invisible …
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Celebrating Student Contributions at the UMSI Project Exposition
On April 21, 2025, Rizal Center staff members Angela Mascarenas (Fund Development Officer) and Ginger Leopoldo (Volunteer & Outreach Coordintator), had the wonderful opportunity to attend the UMSI Project Exposition, where they were excited to meet the dedicated student team from the University of Michigan School of Information (USMI) in person in Ann Arbor, Michigan.…
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Every Brilliant Thing at the Rizal Center
CIRCA Pintig’s Every Brilliant Thing recently took the stage at the Rizal Center, offering a heartfelt and powerful take on mental health through a Filipina perspective. Featuring Mari Joy and directed by RJ Silva and Annemarie Andaleon, the one-woman show invited the audience into an intimate and interactive experience that resonated deeply with Chicago’s Filipino…
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Memorial Day Sing-Along: Fostering Love, Joy, and Unity
Ester Hana leads the community singing of the song “Magellan” to honor Yoyoy Villame’s contribution to the Visayan musical gems. Our Memorial Day Sing-Along was not just a celebration of music; it was a testament to the power of community and the impact of shared experiences. Through our Asian Giving Circle’s funded Lots of Love program,…